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Police Arrest of Guest at State of the Union Raises Questions

February 26, 2026

A woman from Minneapolis named Aliyah Rahman, who had been invited by Representative Ilhan Omar to attend the President’s State of the Union address, was taken into custody after she stood up during a speech by former President Donald Trump. Rahman had been using a crutch to walk and claimed she had

politics

Military Ties to Scouting: A Shift in Strategy

February 26, 2026

The Pentagon is reconsidering a long‑standing partnership with Scouting America after a series of controversial proposals. For years, the U. S. military has supported Scout troops on bases and offered special ranks to young Eagle Scouts who join the armed forces. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth

politics

Hidden Lures: How Spy Tactics Use Charm to Steal Secrets

February 26, 2026

Foreign powers often use subtle tricks to gain U. S. information, and one of the oldest methods is the “honeypot. ” In this approach an attractive person—sometimes a woman, sometimes a man—creates a friendly or romantic connection with a target who has access to sensitive data. The goal is not love

sports

Ohio State Loses Big Game to Iowa in Clear Defeat

February 26, 2026

The Buckeyes entered the matchup hoping for a strong showing that could keep their NCAA hopes alive. Instead, they were outplayed by the Hawkeyes in a game that ended 74‑57. Iowa’s defense was dominant, limiting Ohio State to just 41. 9 percent from the floor and shutting down star guard Bruce Th

politics

Rubio’s Caribbean Stop Highlights U. S. Focus Amid Middle East Tensions

February 26, 2026

Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived on St. Kitts and Nevis early Wednesday, aiming to showcase the United States’ commitment to the Western Hemisphere. The visit follows a recent U. S. military action that removed Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro from power, signaling a shift in regional prior

opinion

Jackson’s 1984 Run: Alabama’s Political Shake‑Up

February 26, 2026

In the spring of 1984, a bold African American candidate stepped onto the national stage again. Rev. Jesse Jackson, known for his activism in civil and economic justice, sought the Democratic presidential nomination. His campaign hit Alabama hard, stirring a long‑standing Black political group calle

politics

Trump’s State of the Union: Voters Split in Swing States

February 26, 2026

The President delivered his annual speech while the country watched. He highlighted many achievements and promised a dramatic shift in leadership. In a year of midterm elections, his approval ratings were falling. He tried to convince listeners that his second term would bring a historic tu

crime

Family Calls for Mother’s Return Amid Kidnap Rumors

February 26, 2026

Savannah Guthrie shared a short video on social media, standing beside her brother and sister. She said the family had received a mysterious message from the person who allegedly took their mother, Nancy Guthrie. “We got your note, ” she told viewers. “Please bring her back so we can be together aga

politics

Spain Opens Long‑Hidden Documents on 1981 Coup Attempt

February 26, 2026

In Spain, officials have finally made public a set of 153 documents that were kept secret for almost half a century. These files relate to the day in February 1981 when armed soldiers stormed the national parliament with guns, trying to end democracy and restore a dictatorship that had ended six yea

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Iceland Plans a Vote on EU Talks in the Coming Months

February 26, 2026

The Icelandic government has announced that it will hold a public vote to decide whether the country should begin talks about joining the European Union. The decision, said by Prime Minister Kristrún Frostadóttir during a press conference in Warsaw, will take place sometime within the next few month