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Armed Man Charged Toward Ohio Governor Candidate Amy Acton at Campaign Event
CANFIELD, Ohio — An armed man was arrested Sunday after authorities said he forced his way through a crowd and moved toward Democratic Ohio gubernatorial candidate Amy Acton during a campaign stop at the Canfield Fair, injuring several people in the process. Acton, a former Ohio public health director and the Democratic nominee for governor, was not injured, according to her campaign and law enforcement accounts. The incident occurred while Acton was campaigning at the Mahoni

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Trump Signs Executive Orders Targeting Beef Prices, Ranching Regulations and Meat Processing
The new measures address livestock protection, meat-processing access and country-of-origin labeling as the U.S. cattle industry faces historically low herd numbers and elevated beef prices. WASHINGTON, D.C. — September 4, 2026 — President Donald Trump signed two executive orders Friday aimed at addressing challenges facing U.S. cattle ranchers and the broader beef supply chain. The orders focus on several issues affecting ranchers, including livestock losses from predators,

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4 days ago5 min read


A Love Letter to Texas: Markets, Vintage Malts & Little Discoveries
Some of the best travel memories are not found on the itinerary. They happen somewhere between the places you intended to visit: a beautiful market you wander into, a sandwich you didn't plan to try, a tiny flower display that catches your eye, or an old-fashioned malt enjoyed in a candy shop that feels like stepping into another era. My trip to Texas was one of those journeys. I traveled with a family member who loves BTS, which brought us to Dallas, Texas, for the concert.

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4 days ago4 min read


Nicki Minaj Speaks Publicly About Faith, Spiritual Battles and God
The rapper has spent much of her career in the spotlight. Now, she is speaking more openly about God, prayer, church and what it means to return to faith. For years, Nicki Minaj was known primarily for her music, elaborate performances and larger-than-life public persona. But in recent months, another part of her story has increasingly come into view: her relationship with God. In 2026, Minaj has spoken publicly about Christianity, prayer and returning to a faith that was par

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Dolly Parton’s Faith, Hope and Legacy: A Life Built to Bring Joy
As Dollywood prepares to honor its founder, Parton’s lifelong Christian faith offers another way to understand the woman behind the music, philanthropy and mountain legacy. Dolly Parton was known around the world for her music, unmistakable personality and extraordinary career. But behind the rhinestones and the success was something she spoke about throughout her life: faith. Following Parton’s death at age 80 on August 25, 2026, Dollywood announced plans to honor her legacy

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Pastor Adam Hamilton Takes Faith and Politics to the Senate Race in Kansas
The Democratic Senate nominee and longtime United Methodist pastor faces Republican Sen. Roger Marshall in a state where no Democrat has won a U.S. Senate race in nearly a century. KANSAS — Rev. Adam Hamilton has spent more than three decades leading one of the largest United Methodist congregations in the United States. Now, the Kansas pastor is taking a very different role: running for the U.S. Senate. Hamilton, 61, is the Democratic nominee challenging Republican Sen. Roge

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5 days ago4 min read


Cardinal Joseph Zen Loses Appeal as Hong Kong Court Upholds Protest Fund Conviction
The 94-year-old Catholic cardinal and four other former trustees were convicted over the registration of a fund that supported people arrested during Hong Kong's 2019 protests. HONG KONG — Hong Kong's Court of Appeal has upheld the convictions of Cardinal Joseph Zen and four other former trustees of the 612 Humanitarian Relief Fund, rejecting their challenge over the fund's failure to register under the city's Societies Ordinance. (AP News) Zen, 94, is the retired bishop of H
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Lawmakers Demand Answers After Army Moves to End Specialized Drone Unit
Bipartisan lawmakers question the decision to refocus the 173rd Airborne Brigade's drone unit as the military weighs how quickly to adapt to modern warfare. WASHINGTON — A bipartisan group of lawmakers is asking the U.S. Army to explain why it is moving to end a specialized drone unit within the 173rd Airborne Brigade, arguing that the decision could limit the military's ability to learn from rapidly changing battlefield technology. The lawmakers' concerns come as drones have

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5 days ago4 min read


Newly Unsealed Court Transcripts Reveal Behind-the-Scenes Plea Talks in Luigi Mangione Case
Court records show Mangione’s defense was discussing a possible federal guilty plea weeks before he formally pleaded guilty, while his separate New York murder case moved toward trial. NEW YORK — Newly unsealed federal court transcripts are providing a closer look at the private discussions that took place between Luigi Mangione’s defense attorneys, federal prosecutors and the judge overseeing his case before he ultimately pleaded guilty to federal charges. The transcripts fr

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DOJ Disputes Retaliation Claims in Stars and Stripes Proposed Firings, Citing Timeline of Pentagon Actions
WASHINGTON — The Justice Department is pushing back against claims that the Pentagon moved to fire three Stars and Stripes employees in retaliation for reporting about conditions aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, arguing that the timeline of events shows the disciplinary process began before the report was published. (Law & Crime) The dispute is part of a federal lawsuit brought by Stars and Stripes editor-in-chief Erik Slavin, publisher Max Lederer and reporter Lara Korte agai

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Trump Administration Proposes Ending Tax-Exempt Status for Private Schools Over Race-Based Policies
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration is proposing a new federal rule that could put the tax-exempt status of private schools and colleges at risk if they maintain policies or programs that discriminate on the basis of race, color, or national or ethnic origin. The proposal, announced Thursday by the U.S. Department of the Treasury and Internal Revenue Service, would affect private educational institutions that qualify for federal tax-exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of

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Flock Cameras: Public Safety Tool or Expanding Surveillance Network?
By The First Lady of Journalism Across the United States, a growing debate is emerging over a technology that many drivers may pass without noticing: automated license plate reader cameras made by Flock Safety. Flock Safety cameras are designed to help law enforcement identify and locate vehicles connected to crimes. At the same time, the rapid expansion of the technology has raised questions about privacy, government surveillance, data sharing and how much information police

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Aug 285 min read


Is the Drying Euphrates River a Sign of the End Times? Scientists Point to Climate Crisis While Biblical Debate Grows
By The First Lady of Journalism The shrinking of the Euphrates River—one of the world's oldest and most historically significant waterways—is drawing renewed global attention. While scientists warn the river is facing an escalating environmental crisis, some Christians believe its decline echoes a prophecy described in the Book of Revelation. The Euphrates River stretches nearly 1,800 miles (2,900 kilometers) through Turkey, Syria, and Iraq before joining the Tigris River and

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Jul 163 min read


America's Family Farms Face a Season of Opportunity and Uncertainty
From weather challenges to federal policy, farmers across the country continue adapting while feeding the nation. America's farms are entering the heart of the growing season with a mix of optimism and uncertainty. Across the country, producers are monitoring changing weather patterns, shifting federal policies, crop conditions, and evolving market demands while preparing for harvest. From Nebraska's recovery after destructive wildfires to Midwest corn and soybean fields resp

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Jul 73 min read


FIFA Lifts Folarin Balogun's World Cup Suspension After Trump Intervention, Sparking Global Debate
The 2026 FIFA World Cup has been thrust into controversy after FIFA reversed the automatic suspension of United States striker Folarin Balogun, allowing him to play in the Americans' Round of 16 match against Belgium. The decision came after President Donald Trump personally contacted FIFA President Gianni Infantino and requested a review of the disciplinary ruling. Balogun, one of the United States' most dangerous attacking players, had received a straight red card during th

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Jul 63 min read


U.S., Iran Set to Resume Peace Talks After Weekend Clashes Test Fragile Ceasefire
The United States and Iran are preparing to resume high-level diplomatic talks this week after a tense weekend of military exchanges threatened to derail a fragile ceasefire and reignite broader conflict in the Middle East. President Donald Trump announced Monday that American and Iranian officials are expected to meet Tuesday in Doha, Qatar, following what he described as a request from Tehran. While few details about the negotiations have been released, the discussions are

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Jun 293 min read


Twin Earthquakes Devastate Venezuela as Powerful Quakes Shake the Globe: What We Know
A pair of powerful earthquakes struck northern Venezuela on June 24, triggering one of the country's deadliest natural disasters in more than a century and sparking renewed attention after several major earthquakes occurred around the world within hours. The twin earthquakes—a magnitude 7.2 foreshock followed just 39 seconds later by a magnitude 7.5 mainshock—hit near Yaracuy State, sending violent shaking across much of northern Venezuela, including the capital, Caracas. The

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Jun 263 min read


Justice Barrett Questions Hawaii's Reliance on Historical Gun Restrictions as Supreme Court Strikes Down Carry Law
WASHINGTON, D.C.— The U.S. Supreme Court on Thursday struck down a Hawaii law that required gun owners to obtain explicit permission before carrying firearms onto private property open to the public, ruling that the measure violated the Second Amendment in a 6-3 decision. The case, *Wolford v. Lopez*, centered on a 2023 Hawaii statute that made it unlawful for licensed firearm carriers to enter businesses, hotels, gas stations, and other publicly accessible private properties

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Jun 253 min read


Trump White House Seeks Additional Funding as Policy Agenda Advances
WASHINGTON, D.C. — The Trump administration is pursuing several major policy initiatives this week, including a request for additional federal funding related to national security and agricultural assistance, while also facing legal and political challenges surrounding election-related policies. On Tuesday, the White House submitted a supplemental funding request to Congress totaling approximately $87.6 billion. According to administration officials, much of the proposal woul

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Jun 252 min read


Mel Gibson's 'The Resurrection of the Christ' Wraps Filming After Two Decades of Anticipation
More than 20 years after the release of The Passion of the Christ, filmmaker Mel Gibson has officially completed production on The Resurrection of the Christ, a highly anticipated biblical epic that will continue the story of Jesus Christ following the crucifixion and resurrection. Lionsgate and Icon Productions announced that filming has wrapped on the ambitious project, which has been expanded into a two-part film series. According to the studio, The Resurrection of the Chr

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Jun 152 min read
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