Franklin the Turtle, a beloved character from children's books, has become an unexpected figure in government communications. Recently, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) used an image of Franklin to promote a crime hotline. The image showed Franklin on the phone, with police arre
A federal judge in California has put a stop to the Trump administration's plans to keep California National Guard troops under federal control. Judge Charles Breyer ruled that the administration had no valid reason to keep these troops, especially in Los Angeles. This is not the first time the judg
In the bustling city of Philadelphia, a reader expressed relief after learning about a federal law designed to protect religious institutions. The law, known as the Freedom of Access to Clinic Entrances Act, was amended to include religious sites. The reader questioned why the Department of Justice
In Washington, a heated debate is unfolding. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is considering whether to release the full video of a controversial military strike. This strike targeted a suspected drug boat and resulted in the deaths of two survivors. Lawmakers from both sides of the aisle are pushing
Miami is at a crossroads tonight as voters decide who will lead the city. The mayoral race is heating up, with Democrats hoping to break a long-standing Republican stronghold. For decades, Miami has been under Republican mayors, but things might change now. Eileen Higgins, a former county commissio
The odd and awkward gatherings of Donald Trump's cabinet members are something people talk about less but should pay more attention to. These meetings are not about real work or serious discussions. Instead, they are like a show where everyone takes turns telling Trump how great he is. This might se
This week, a bunch of famous faces are celebrating their birthdays. From legendary actors to chart-topping musicians, there's a mix of old and new stars to talk about. Let's start with some of the older crowd. On December 14th, we have Abbe Lane, who's turning 94. She's a singer and actor who's bee
Atlanta is gearing up for a surge in visitors during the 2026 World Cup. Many locals are planning to rent out their homes through Airbnb. Nadia Giordani, a Cabbagetown resident, is one of them. She helps others get ready to host guests. Giordani expects a lot of interest in the coming months. Airbn
Lawmakers in the U. S. are taking a stand. They want more details about military actions in Venezuela. They might cut travel funds for Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth if he doesn't share unedited videos of strikes on boats. This is all part of a big defense bill. It's likely to pass soon. The bill i
December 8, 2025, marks the birthdays of several notable figures from the entertainment world. Among them are Kim Basinger, who will be celebrating her 72nd birthday. Did you know her name Kim is a nickname for Kimila? Also turning a year older is Dominic Monaghan, who will be 49. He might have been
