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The fires in Los Angeles are not just a natural disaster.
‘Every Little Thing’: A Profile of a Woman Who Rescues Hummingbirds
This movie about the saving of tiny birds is much more than the sum total of its parts.
Liberation Through Winter Weather: Emily Brontë’s Poem
In ‘To a Wreath of Snow,’ the sight of snow outside a heroine’s prison window sets her soul free.
‘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.
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Supreme Court Seems Skeptical of TikTok’s Bid to Overturn Forced Divestiture Law
The high court considered the social media platform’s emergency request to pause a law requiring it to sever Chinese ties.
Trump Sentenced to Unconditional Release in New York Case: 5 Things to Know
The president-elect declared his innocence and decried the case as a political ‘witch-hunt.’
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.
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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.
Los Angeles Firestorm 2025: By the Numbers
Emergency officials continued to battle raging fires across Los Angeles County on Jan. 10.
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.
Supreme Court Considers TikTok Ban: What to Know
On Jan. 10, the court will consider TikTok’s emergency request to pause a law requiring it to sever Chinese ties or be banned from the United States.
DHS Extends Deportation Protections to Nationals From 4 Countries
Those countries include Ukraine, Sudan, El Salvador, and Venezuela, according to the Department of Homeland Security.
California Fires Could Worsen State’s Insurance Crisis
Thousands of high-end homes burned in recent fires could lead to losses topping $150 billion, putting further pressure on California’s insurance market.
Shen Yun’s Music ‘Perfect, Marvelous’ and Meditative After a Long Day, Says Music Teacher
Music teachers Anusha and Weerasiri Malwatta found much resonated with them in Shen Yun Performing Arts.
Meta Scraps DEI Amid Broader Corporate Retreat From Diversity Policies
Meta is overhauling its DEI initiatives, ending diversity-focused hiring and supplier programs, citing shifting legal and policy landscapes.
As Wildfires Tear Through Los Angeles County, One Couple Steps up to Shelter Evacuees
‘I had my staff drop everything, call local hotels and start reserving room blocks,’ said attorney Gina Zapanta.
Consumer Confidence Slips as Inflation Expectations Surge to 16-Year High
U.S. consumer confidence slipped in January as inflation concerns surged, with long-run inflation expectations reaching their highest level since 2008.
Next Republican Texas Speaker May Be Elected With the Help of Democrats
The race represents a battle between the Texas GOP’s more conservative wing and moderates who want to work with Democrats.
5 Easy Exercises to Stave Off Office Chair Posture
Don’t let office chair posture follow you home. Workplace exercises can help get you stronger and stand taller.
Day in Photos: Extreme Cold in England, Trump’s Sentence, and Maduro’s Inauguration Reactions
A look into the world through the lens of photography.
The New York Times Has Become a CCP ‘Mouthpiece’ in Attempts to Discredit Falun Gong: Expert
The China expert warned about the gravity of the situation, saying that the CCP’s influence has deeply infiltrated democratic countries.
New Orleans Attacker Shot at Responding Police Officers, Bodycam Video Shows
Body camera footage shows the confrontation between police and the allegedly ISIS-inspired attacker who killed 14 people on New Year’s Day.
US and UK Issue Sweeping Sanctions on Russian Oil, LNG
Sanctions aim to erode Russia’s ability to bring in revenues from its energy sector and to give the incoming U.S. administration leverage for a cease-fire deal.
Infographic: A Who’s Who of All Trump’s Cabinet Level Nominees
Coming from diverse backgrounds, the president-elect’s Cabinet selections bring a variety of skills to the new government.
US Insurance, Utility Stocks Tank as Wildfires Continue to Rage
Mercury General plummeted by more than 20 percent on Jan.10.
A Memoir of Growing Up in Communist Romania
Opera singer Maria-Cristina Necula found her voice in more than one artistic endeavor.
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Cutting the Budget
In an effort to change the objective of a bureaucracy, you need to establish goals and rewards for success in achieving those goals.
There Was a Time
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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
A patriotic poem by Ted Schneider
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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.
Lamar Jackson Beats Out Josh Allen for NFL All-Pro First Team
This is Jackson’s third First-Team selection, and he won the NFL MVP award in the previous two seasons.
Lamar Jackson Beats Out Josh Allen for NFL All-Pro First Team
This is Jackson’s third First-Team selection, and he won the NFL MVP award in the previous two seasons.
Reality Star Lala Kent Flees Los Angeles as Fires Leave 4-Month-Old Daughter ‘Struggling to Breathe’
Multiple brush fires broke out across Los Angeles County this week.
Reality Star Lala Kent Flees Los Angeles as Fires Leave 4-Month-Old Daughter ‘Struggling to Breathe’
Multiple brush fires broke out across Los Angeles County this week.
Essential Oils for Warmth, Better Sleep, and Easing Digestion in Winter
As winter allies, essential oils are easy to use and offer a variety of benefits to body and mind.
Essential Oils for Warmth, Better Sleep, and Easing Digestion in Winter
As winter allies, essential oils are easy to use and offer a variety of benefits to body and mind.
‘A Child of the King’: Healing Hearts and Souls, One Child at a Time
This biographical faith-based drama tells how one man saved trafficked children in the Amazon. The film is now streaming on GJW+.
‘On Call’: an Engaging Police Procedural Series
Two young police officers try to maintain law and order in gang-riddled neighborhoods.
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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These places serve as fantastic alternatives to the typical overcrowded spots.
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.
Theodore Maiman: Creator of the Laser
In this installment of ‘Profiles in History,’ we meet a brilliant scientist who refuted the accepted science to discover the long-pursued laser.
When It Comes to Arriving on Time, These Are the Best (And Worst) Airlines
When choosing a airline to fly with, timeliness should be put into consideration.
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