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A Pakistani Man Convicted for a Plot Against U. S. Leaders

March 7, 2026

A man from Pakistan was found guilty last Friday of planning to kill former U. S. President Donald Trump and other political figures in 2022, according to a U. S. justice department statement. The alleged scheme was supposedly ordered by Iran after Washington shot down an Iranian military commander

politics

A Spy Plot in the U. S. : How a Pakistani Businessman Tried to Target American Leaders

March 5, 2026

The story begins with a man named Asif Merchant, who lived in Pakistan and ran several businesses. He was approached by an Iranian Revolutionary Guard officer in late 2022, who offered him a dangerous job. The plan was to hire hit men and use the money to try to kill high‑profile U. S. figures, incl

politics

Trump Prepares for a Lengthy State of the Union Speech

February 24, 2026

The president announced that his upcoming address would be “long” because he has a lot to cover. He spent the weekend rehearsing with a small circle of advisers, focusing on the logistics of the House chamber rather than reading the text aloud. This speech comes at a tense time: his approval r

sports

Frank Del Duca: Soldier, Bobsled Star and Flag‑Bearer Extraordinaire

February 7, 2026

Frank Del Duca is a U. S. Army sergeant who also races on the world’s icy tracks as a top‑ranked bobsled pilot. In February 2026 he carried the American flag at the opening ceremony in Milan, becoming the first bobsledder to do so in seventy years. He began his sporting life as a state champion s

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A Republican's Stand: Fitzpatrick's Balancing Act

January 19, 2026

In a political landscape often divided by party lines, U. S. Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick stands out. He didn't vote for Donald Trump in 2024, choosing former Ambassador Nikki Haley instead. This wasn't his first time breaking from the party. In 2020, he voted for Trump, but in 2016, he wrote in Mike Penc

crime

Hollywood's Fallen Star: Harvey Weinstein's Legal Struggles Continue

January 9, 2026

Harvey Weinstein, once a titan of Hollywood, now sits in a Rikers Island jail cell. His life has taken a dramatic turn since the MeToo movement shook the entertainment industry. Weinstein's legal troubles are far from over, as he faces the possibility of another trial. Recently, Weinstein appeared

entertainment

A Trip That Never Takes Off: Netflix's Latest Romcom Falls Flat

January 9, 2026

Netflix's new romcom, People We Meet on Vacation, arrives just in time for the cold weather, promising a warm escape. The film, based on Emily Henry's popular novel, has all the right ingredients on the surface. It's got a glossy production, a catchy soundtrack, and a premise that could have been ex

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The Fall of a Hollywood Titan: Harvey Weinstein's Legal Struggles

January 9, 2026

Harvey Weinstein, once a powerful figure in Hollywood, is now facing serious legal troubles. He is considering a guilty plea to avoid a third trial in New York. This trial is connected to a third-degree rape charge that has not yet been decided. Weinstein appeared in court recently, looking much pa

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Money Matters: The Ups and Downs of Republican and Democrat Campaigns

December 21, 2025

House Republicans are in a tough spot. They have more seats to defend, and their main fundraising group is behind in cash compared to the Democrats. At the end of October, the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee had more money saved up than the National Republican Congressional Committee. I

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DC's New Monument: A Priority Amidst Rising Costs?

December 15, 2025

In a surprising move, the president recently highlighted a new project that has caught the attention of many. During a holiday gathering at the White House, Donald Trump singled out Vince Haley, his domestic policy chief, for praise. Trump described Haley as exceptional in policy matters and hinted