Higher Costs for International Travelers Visiting Top U.S. Parks International visitors planning trips to iconic U.S. national parks will soon face a new financial hurdle as the National Park Service implements a $100 increase in entry fees for tourists from abroad. The updated policy — described as part of an
The Pentagon Reassesses Its Longstanding Relationship With Scouting America U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is preparing a policy shift that could end more than a century of cooperation between the U.S. military and Scouting America, marking a significant change in how the government engages with youth leadership programs. Internal documents
Across major retail chains, the THC beverage market in the United States is experiencing unprecedented momentum. Brightly packaged cans of low-dose THC seltzers and cocktail-inspired drinks are becoming common on store shelves, attracting consumers who want a relaxing experience without alcohol. Many first-time buyers describe these beverages as an accessible
Rare-earth elements such as neodymium, dysprosium, and terbium have become foundational to the technologies that support modern life. They power electric-vehicle motors, wind-turbine generators, medical imaging equipment, and advanced defense systems. Despite their name, these minerals are not particularly scarce. However, the real challenge lies in the complex and environmentally
Federal health authorities report that recalled infant formula associated with a growing botulism outbreak continues to appear on shelves in several states, raising concerns about recall compliance and safety monitoring. Dozens of infants across the country have been hospitalized after consuming ByHeart Whole Nutrition formula, prompting an escalating investigation and
Growing International Pressure as the US Moves Forward With F-35 Sales The United States has formally moved ahead with approving the sale of the F-35, the nation’s most advanced fifth-generation fighter jet, to Saudi Arabia. The decision comes at a time when concerns continue over potential exposure of sensitive technology,
National Guard Operations Face Legal Uncertainty in Tennessee A recent judicial decision in Tennessee has introduced a significant pause in the federal crime-reduction efforts underway in Memphis. On Monday night, a state chancellor issued an order temporarily blocking the deployment of the Tennessee National Guard. This was under the public
Funding Restored Following Contract Withdrawal The Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB) has decided to reinstate a multi-year, $36 million contract with NPR. This was previously canceled. The decision resolves a lawsuit filed by NPR, which argued that the corporation withdrew the funding under political pressure. The contract supported NPR’s management
Federal workers responsible for overseeing national special education programs have been ordered back to their positions following the new government funding agreement. However, their long-term status remains unclear. The U.S. Department of Education must reinstate employees who were removed during the October workforce reductions. These include essential specialists. Their responsibilities
State Audit Targets Commercial Driver’s Licenses in California California officials announced plans to revoke approximately 17,000 commercial driver’s licenses issued to immigrants after discovering that some of them were valid beyond the holders’ authorized stay in the United States. The review, conducted by the state’s Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV),
The U.S. Department of Justice released an additional batch of documents related to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, adding new material that includes hundreds of references to President Donald Trump. The disclosure forms part of a broader, congressionally mandated effort to make public all federal records connected to Epstein’s activities,
The historical drama The Choral is set in 1916, at a moment when World War I was reshaping communities across Europe. Against the backdrop of global conflict, the film focuses on Ramsden, a fictional town in northern England whose peaceful appearance contrasts sharply with the reality of conscription, loss, and
The U.S. federal government is preparing to reinstate wage garnishment for student loan borrowers who remain in default, marking a major shift in federal student debt enforcement after several years of suspended collections. The policy change is expected to take effect in early 2026 and will gradually expand throughout the