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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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Federal Agencies Begin Dismantling DEI Programs Amid Trump Administration Crackdown

In a significant shift, several federal agencies are removing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) guidance from their websites following an executive order issued by former President Donald Trump. This directive, part of Trump’s broader campaign to eliminate DEI initiatives across…

War

North Korean Official Issues Strong Warning to U.S. Over Increasing Tensions

North Korea’s First Vice Foreign Minister, Choe Son Hui, has issued a stern warning to the United States, condemning what she describes as provocative actions and pressure tactics against Pyongyang. Her remarks come amid increasingly strained relations between the two…

War

Iran Simulates Air Defense Against Major Attack on Key Nuclear Facility During ‘Eqtedar 1403’

Iranian Armed Forces showcased their advanced air defense capabilities during the Eqtedar 1403 exercises in Isfahan province, simulating large-scale kinetic and electronic attacks. Designed to test the country’s readiness against real-world threats, the drills focused on defending critical infrastructure, including…

Biden’s Third-Party Threat: The Left’s Growing Discontent

As President Joe Biden prepares for his 2024 re-election bid, much attention has been focused on the potential risks posed by No Labels, the centrist group aiming to run a bipartisan third-party candidate. However, Democrats may be overlooking a far…

Suspect Detained Near Kenneth Fire in Los Angeles: What We Know

A man was detained and later arrested on Thursday in connection with the Kenneth Fire, which erupted in Woodland Hills earlier that day. Initially suspected of arson, the case has since taken a different turn, leaving more questions than answers…

Trump’s Raised Fist: A Defining Moment in a Pivotal Campaign

The near-assassination of former President Donald Trump during a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, last Saturday has sent shockwaves through the political landscape, electrifying Republicans and rattling Democrats. As gunfire rang out, leaving Trump bloodied but defiant, his raised fist became…

What Japan’s New Prime Minister Means for the U.S.

In a year defined by global political shifts, Japan has added its own surprising twist to the political narrative. The country’s ruling party had the opportunity to choose between groundbreaking candidates: the youngest prime minister in history and the first…

The First Debate of 2028: JD Vance’s Dual Nature on Display

Since launching his vice presidential campaign this summer, JD Vance has been an enigma to many within the conservative elite. His supporters have long awaited the other side of Vance — the side that appeals not only to the MAGA…

Why Trump Likely Won’t Try to Remove Fed Chair Jay Powell

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s confident response to a question about whether he’d step down if President-elect Donald Trump asked him to went viral last week. Powell’s firm stance in such a volatile political moment raised eyebrows. But the reasons…

Biden White House Weighs Preemptive Pardons Amid Rising Fears of Trump’s Return

As Donald Trump’s potential return to the White House looms, President Joe Biden’s senior aides are reportedly engaged in intense deliberations over whether to issue preemptive pardons to a range of current and former public officials who could face political…

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…