The U. S. National Parks have recently updated their list of fee-free days, causing quite a stir. Martin Luther King Jr. Day and Juneteenth are no longer on the list, but President Trump's birthday, which also happens to be Flag Day, has been added. This change comes right after the Trump administra
Michigan recently experienced a storm with winds that were quite strong. Some places saw gusts over 60 mph. This happened on November 26th and 27th. The winds were strongest near the Great Lakes. Roosevelt Park in west Michigan had the highest gust at 62 mph. The winds were not just strong; they we
Big changes are coming to U. S. national parks. Starting next year, international visitors will pay a lot more to enter. The idea is to make sure they help take care of these special places. For Americans, there's a new annual pass with a familiar price tag. It's still $80, same as before. But ther
New York City's incoming mayor, Zohran Mamdani, had a chat with former President Donald Trump. They talked about New York City's future, like building homes, keeping streets safe, and even electricity prices. Mamdani went to the White House with his team, but only his chief of staff got to join the
Chicago has seen a big drop in crime lately. Shootings are down by 35%, and carjackings have nearly halved. These numbers are a big deal, but not everyone is happy to talk about them. Some people say President Donald Trump's policies are behind this change. They argue that his crime-fighting effort
The idea of 50-year mortgages has sparked a heated debate online. This proposal comes from the Trump administration, aiming to make home buying easier. Critics argue it could lead to more debt, while supporters see it as a way to lower monthly payments. Home ownership is a big deal in the U. S. Man
Franklin D. Roosevelt once spoke about "new frontiers of the mind. " He believed that exploring these frontiers could lead to a better life for everyone. This idea was part of a report called "Science, the Endless Frontier. " It was written by Vannevar Bush and sent to President Truman. But guess wh
Donald Trump, the current U. S. president, has hinted at running for a third term in 2028, despite the constitutional limit of two terms. At 79, he is the oldest president ever, but he claims to have the best health reports for his age. He even has "Trump 2028" merchandise on sale, showing his inter
October 27 is a special day for many famous faces. It's the day when stars like Kelly Osbourne and Robert Picardo add another candle to their birthday cakes. But did you know that today also marks the birthdays of other notable figures, both in the entertainment world and beyond? Let's start with t
The White House movie theater, a cozy spot for presidents and their guests, is now gone. For over 80 years, this small theater was a place for relaxation and entertainment. It was used by many presidents, not just for watching movies but also for rehearsing important speeches. The theater was tucked
