24 Dead as Firefighters Race to Contain Los Angeles Wildfires; High Winds Expected to Return
Firefighters have made progress in containing fires as authorities report 24 dead, 16 missing, and 12,000 structures burned.
Americans Are Not Eating ‘Real Food’—Here’s What You Need to Know: Vani Hari
“Our bodies are not meant to handle these man-made chemicals that have been invented in the last 50 years,” says Vani Hari.
How the Legacy Media Helped Conceal Mass Killing in China: Levi Browde
The persecution of 70 million to 100 million people has largely been hidden from the public.
A Look at Life When Philosophy Holds No Answers
Thomas Ward’s ‘After Stoicism’ presents philosophy’s fullness and shortcomings, and the consolation that faith offers.
Daniel in the Lion’s Den: Daniel Webster, the Senate, and Two Speeches
The great political orator stirred emotions through his vivid, patriotic speeches that drew mixed reactions from his U.S. Senate colleagues.
Science, Exploration, and the Start of National Geographic Society
In ‘This Week in History,’ 19th-century Europe erupted with geographic societies, leading America to form its own and history’s most influential one.
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13 Trump Appointees Face Confirmation Hearings This Week
The back-to-back hearings are likely to prove the first major test of Trump’s second term in office as Republicans grapple with a slim majority in the Senate.
With Trump Presidency Approaching, Israel and Hamas Maneuver Toward Deal
Israel’s prime minister met with the U.S. president-elect’s envoy, then dispatched a high-level team to negotiate as reports circulated a deal was close.
Trudeau Broaches His Dinner With Trump, Retaliatory Tariffs, Anti-Incumbency Trend in MSNBC Interview
“[Annexation] actually sort of came up at one point, and then we started musing back and forth about this,” Trudeau told Jen Psaki.
Israel Seeks Economic Rebound as War Takes Toll
The longest war in Israel’s history has hit its economy hard, but analysts find cause for optimism as foreign investment bounces back and high tech hangs on.
Canada Sending 60 Firefighters to Help Quell California’s Wildfires
Forecasters warn that strong winds will return this week, which could push the fires further through Los Angeles county.
Americans Are Not Eating ‘Real Food’—Here’s What You Need to Know: Vani Hari
“Our bodies are not meant to handle these man-made chemicals that have been invented in the last 50 years,” says Vani Hari.
Day in Photos: Inauguration Rehearsal, Fire in Czech Republic, and Brazil Festival
A look into the world through the lens of photography.
Shen Yun ‘An Amazing Portrayal of Excellence,’ Says Investor
M.J. Bixby, an investor and a business owner, brought his family of six to watch Shen Yun Performing Arts.
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Behind Trump’s Greenland Comment, Years of Concern Over Growing China, Russia Influence
Both the Trump and Biden administrations have warned about rising risks in the Arctic over the last 8 years.
CCP Fears Its Crimes Against Persecuted Spiritual Group May Spell Party’s Doom, Source Says
CCP officials worry the United States will investigate the regime’s crimes of killing for organs in China, primarily using Falun Gong practitioners.
US to Support Foreign Minerals Projects to Reduce Reliance on China
China banned the export of certain critical minerals with military usages like gallium, germanium, and antimony to the United States.
Doctors Ask Supreme Court to Block California Board From Penalizing Certain COVID-19 Views
The physicians say California cannot take away their free speech rights on public health grounds.
The Lawsuits Targeting President-elect Trump
An overview of the status of the main lawsuits that have been lodged against the president-elect in recent years.
These US Companies Are Rolling Back Some DEI Policies
Public momentum has turned against diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in recent years.
FEMA Warns High Winds Will Add More Danger to LA Wildfires This Week
‘What I’m hearing right now is that the winds are potentially getting dangerous and strong again,’ FEMA administrator said.
Food Prices Predicted to Increase 1.9 Percent in 2025: USDA
In 2021, prices rose by 3.9 percent, in 2022 by 9.9 percent, and in 2023 by 5.8 percent.
Russia Unlikely to Help China in Event of Protracted War in Indo-Pacific: Expert
“I think in the near term, it’s extraordinarily unlikely that Russia would participate,” David Stone said.
Newsom Signs Executive Order to Clear Path for Rebuilding After Los Angeles Fires
The executive order will target price gouging and halt some environmental regulations to speed up rebuilding, the governor said.
More Interest Rate Cuts Possible Even Under Trump Tariffs, Fed Governor Says
The Federal Reserve had last month predicted fewer rate cuts in 2025.
What ‘Nourishing Traditions’ Author Sally Fallon Morell Really Eats in a Day
The president of the Weston A. Price Foundation shares ancestral advice for the modern kitchen, for real, whole nourishment.
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The Untold Stories of the Tiananmen Massacre
We will never know how many people were massacred the night of June 3‒4, 1989
A History of the American Nation
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How the ‘Bridge That Couldn’t Be Built’ Was Built
In ‘This Week in History,’ the citizens of San Francisco chose to build the impossible bridge and rely on a brilliant designer to lead the way.
Gillick’s Unforgettable Phone Call From Baseball Hall of Fame
In December 2010, former MLB general manager Pat Gillick was elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame by the Expansion Era Committee.
Gillick’s Unforgettable Phone Call From Baseball Hall of Fame
In December 2010, former MLB general manager Pat Gillick was elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame by the Expansion Era Committee.
Dysautonomia: Main Causes and Common Signs to Watch For
At least 70 million people globally live with dysautonomia, an umbrella term for medical conditions affecting the autonomic nervous system.
Dysautonomia: Main Causes and Common Signs to Watch For
At least 70 million people globally live with dysautonomia, an umbrella term for medical conditions affecting the autonomic nervous system.
‘Landman: Season One’: ‘Yellowstone’ Set in West Texas With Oil and Gas
Taylor Sheridan and Billy Bob Thornton team up for a mostly engaging dramatic thriller.
When Tea-Drinking Prompted a Military Innovation
The British equipped their tanks with boiling vessels to brew their daily cuppa.
A Perennial Garden of Glass
The magnificent three-part Garden Landscape window for Linden Hall was acquired by The Met in December 2023 and put on view in November 2024.
‘Landman: Season One’: ‘Yellowstone’ Set in West Texas With Oil and Gas
Taylor Sheridan and Billy Bob Thornton team up for a mostly engaging dramatic thriller.
Coffee Lover? Review These Ways to Keep It Balanced
Drinking too many cups a day could lead to excess intake of saturated fat, sugar, and calories.
Afar Magazine’s 25 Amazing Travel Destinations for 2025
These places serve as fantastic alternatives to the typical overcrowded spots.
What’s Coming to Florida in 2025: A New Theme Park, Huge Planetarium, and Free Disney Water Parks
There are some promising new attractions and deals coming to Central Florida.
It’s a Jubilee Year in Rome: Here’s What That Means
Jubilee Year will bring in even more tourists than usual so if you want to take part, book everything well in advance.
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A Memoir of Growing Up in Communist Romania
Maria-Cristina Necula chronicles how she found her voice in more than one artistic endeavor.
‘This Is What It Means to Be a Man’: Wisdom From Hunter Donnie Vincent
For Donnie Vincent, a lifetime of exploring and hunting has imparted precious lessons about our relationship with nature and each other.
The Movie Studios That Dominated Hollywood During Its Golden Age
The “Big 5” made most of the movies and won most of awards during the early days of cinema.
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