Kamala Harris Announces Ban on Medical Debt in Credit Reports
In a groundbreaking move, the Biden administration has unveiled a new rule that will prohibit unpaid medical bills from appearing on credit reports. Announced Tuesday, the policy aims to remove a significant barrier preventing millions of Americans from accessing mortgages,…
The ABC Settlement Is Just the Start of Trump’s Press Crackdown. History Shows What Might Come Next
In July 1864, Edward Fuller, editor of the Newark Evening Journal, dared to publish a scathing critique of President Abraham Lincoln’s call for 500,000 new conscripts, branding it a call for willing “butchery.” Within weeks, Fuller was arrested by Union…
Defending Journalism in an Era of Misinformation and Government Scrutiny
In a recent report by The Washington Post, NewsGuard—a company that evaluates the reliability of news sources—was thrust into the crosshairs of incoming Trump administration regulators and far-right members of Congress. The accusation? That NewsGuard, and by extension its journalists,…
Brian Schweitzer’s Challenge: Bridging the Divide Among Montana Democrats
Brian Schweitzer, the charismatic former governor of Montana, has long been a political force in Big Sky Country, with his bolo ties, animated speeches, and folksy charm earning him widespread popularity. But as Schweitzer prepares for a potential run for…
Dev Pragad, CEO of Newsweek, to Attend 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas Convention as Guest of Honor
Bhubaneswar/New Delhi: Dev Pragad, the CEO of Newsweek, has been invited by External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar to attend the prestigious 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) Convention as a Guest of Honor. The event, which will be held from…
Trump Jr. Visits Greenland Amid Renewed Talk of U.S. Takeover
Donald Trump Jr. is making headlines with a visit to Greenland, a Danish autonomous territory, as his father, President-elect Donald Trump, continues to stir debate over the possibility of U.S. control of the island. Trump Jr.’s visit is reportedly private…
A Pardon for Reconciliation: Why Biden Should Preempt Trump on Jan. 6
As President Joe Biden approaches the twilight of his term, Democrats have proposed a range of bold pardons: for those who investigated the Jan. 6 insurrection, undocumented immigrants, and individuals at risk of prosecution under restrictive laws like the Comstock…
Biden Blocks Japanese Takeover of US Steel, Citing National Security Concerns
President Joe Biden has made a landmark decision to block the $14.9 billion acquisition of US Steel by Japan’s Nippon Steel, citing national security concerns. The decision, which fulfills a key political promise, has already caused significant ripples in both…
Justin Baldoni Files $250 Million Libel Lawsuit Against New York Times Over Blake Lively Story
Actor and director Justin Baldoni has filed a libel lawsuit against The New York Times, accusing the publication of conspiring with actress Blake Lively’s public relations team to advance an “unverified and self-serving narrative” that negatively impacted his reputation. In…
Stocks Retreat from Record Highs as Stubborn Inflation Data Weighs on Market
U.S. stocks experienced a pullback on Thursday, with the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average falling from recent record highs as investors reacted to a persistent inflation report. The S&P 500 dropped 0.21%, closing at 5,780.05, while the Dow…
MAGA Pushes to End Temporary Work Permit for Foreign Students, Claiming It Hurts American Jobs
In the latest development of the “America First” movement, MAGA hardliners are turning their attention to the Optional Practical Training (OPT) program, arguing that it is “killing jobs for new American college grads.” This program, initially intended as a short-term…
Ten Dead, 30 Injured in Tragic New Year’s Day Crash in New Orleans; Suspected Shooter in Custody
A devastating incident in New Orleans on New Year’s Day has left ten people dead and at least 30 others injured after a vehicle plowed into a crowd of pedestrians. The crash occurred near the intersection of Bourbon Street and…