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Megan Stalter poses for a magazine-style portrait, celebrating her starring role in Lena Dunham’s Netflix rom-com Too Much.

Megan Stalter: Comedy’s Rom-Com Darling and Fashion’s Next Muse

Megan Stalter speaks about her latest project, Too Much—a Netflix romantic comedy series from Lena Dunham—with the giddy glow of someone describing a love story of her own. And in a way, it is. The partnership began with a digital…

The timeless elegance of a Kanjivaram saree, weaving tradition into every fold.

Silk & Forever: Why Kanjivaram Rules the Bridal Realm

For centuries, the Kanjivaram saree has held court as the ultimate symbol of bridal elegance in South India, its lustrous silk threads weaving a timeless tale of tradition, craftsmanship, and cultural pride. Born in the temple town of Kanchipuram in…

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Smoke rises from the Nasser hospital in Khan Younis after an Israeli airstrike in Gaza.

President Trump Reacts to Deadly Israeli Hospital Strike in Gaza

On Monday, Israeli airstrikes hit the Nasser hospital in Khan Younis, killing at least 20 people, including five journalists and several medical workers. The incident has drawn international condemnation and a direct response from former U.S. President Donald Trump. The…

Oil tankers at an Indian port unloading crude, symbolizing India's global energy imports.

Between Markets and Mandates: India’s Russian Oil Balancing Act Faces American Pressure

Washington DC/New Delhi – A familiar script is playing out once again in global geopolitics: oil, diplomacy, and the shadow of war. Former U.S. President Donald Trump, now a central figure in the 2025 Republican campaign, made headlines on Saturday…

Immigrants boarding ICE deportation flight in Seattle during April 2025 operation.

Judge Halts Trump-Era Deportations to South Sudan Over Legal Violations

In a significant immigration ruling, U.S. District Judge Brian Murphy has ordered the Trump administration to retain custody of a group of immigrants who were recently deported to South Sudan. The decision follows claims that the Department of Homeland Security…

Donald Trump arrives in Saudi Arabia for a diplomatic visit with Gulf leaders during his second term.

Trump’s Gulf Visit Blurs Lines Between Diplomacy and Business

Former President Donald Trump has embarked on a high-stakes tour of the Middle East from May 13 to 16, visiting Saudi Arabia, the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and Qatar—three economic powerhouses in the Gulf. This marks his first foreign tour…

President Donald Trump speaking during a cabinet meeting at the White House.

Judge Halts Trump’s Federal Downsizing Plan, Citing Legal Overreach

A California federal judge has issued a temporary restraining order blocking former President Donald Trump’s sweeping effort to reduce the size of the federal workforce and reorganize 21 government agencies—a move seen as a major setback for the administration’s second-term…

Pope Leo XIV (Robert Francis Prevost) addresses the crowd from the balcony of St. Peter's Basilica, delivering his first message as the first American pope.

How White Sox Fan ‘Bob’ Defied the Odds to Become the First U.S. Pope

In a stunning turn of events, Robert Francis Prevost, known simply as “Bob” to his friends, has made history as the first American pope, adopting the papal name Leo XIV. A mild-mannered cardinal from Chicago, Prevost’s rise to the papacy…

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Bill Clinton Rallies for Caprio Amid Obama Snub

In a striking turn of events, former President Bill Clinton is set to campaign for Rhode Island Democratic gubernatorial nominee Frank Caprio, just days after President Barack Obama declined to endorse him. Clinton’s support could offer a timely boost to…

The Business Behind Education Reform: A New Film Sparks Change

Education reform advocates are hoping that the upcoming film Waiting for ‘Superman’ will inspire the same kind of public interest that An Inconvenient Truth generated for climate change – but with a more impactful outcome. Directed by Davis Guggenheim, the…

Reid vs. Angle: High Stakes in Nevada’s Desert Duel

In a political contest fraught with tension and unpredictability, Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid and Republican challenger Sharron Angle are set to clash in a single debate that could shape the trajectory of one of the most hotly contested Senate…

Nevada and Montana: Swing States in Focus

Winning Nevada seems straightforward on paper, but the reality is fraught with complexities. For Democrats, the goal is clear: leverage their registration advantage and dominate Clark County, home to Las Vegas and 65% of the state’s voters. For Republicans, it’s…