The recent Champion of Liberty Dinner and Celebration, organized by the Adam Smith Center for Economic Freedom, was a great success, bringing together prominent members of the community at the Phillip & Patricia Frost Museum of Science. Carlos Diaz-Rosillo, Founding Director of the center, extended his sincere thanks to all
A federal judge has ordered changes to a key component of a proposed settlement in a class-action lawsuit against the NCAA, potentially delaying or altering the planned July 1 implementation. The $2.8 billion agreement aims to replace scholarship limits with roster-size restrictions, allowing more athletes to be eligible for financial
In March, existing home sales in the United States fell by 5.9% compared to February, marking the steepest monthly decline since November 2022, based on seasonally adjusted data. Compared to the same month last year, sales were down 2.4%. This drop came as a surprise to some analysts following February’s
The U.S. Department of Education has announced that it will resume collections on defaulted federal student loans beginning May 5, ending a pause that began at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic. This resumption allows the government to once again withhold tax refunds, Social Security benefits, and potentially wages from
Florida Senator Rick Scott met with Javier Cárdenas, President and CEO of Rhino Equipment, in a meeting that highlighted the important role of Florida businesses in the US and Ibero-American economies. During the meeting, Senator Scott expressed his support and gratitude to Javier Cárdenas and all Florida businesses for their
A recent survey of over 500 political scientists suggests growing concern that democracy in the United States may be facing a decline. The study, conducted by Bright Line Watch, asked experts to rate the current state of American democracy on a scale from 0 (complete dictatorship) to 100 (perfect democracy).
The man who killed 23 people in a racist attack targeting “Mexican” shoppers at a Walmart in El Paso, Texas, in 2019, was sentenced to 23 consecutive life sentences after pleading guilty in state court on Monday morning. Patrick Crusius accepted a plea deal offered by the El Paso District
On Tuesday, Ron DeSantis was elected governor of Florida, securing a victory fueled by the strong support of President Donald Trump and his supporters. This political backing, along with a focus on the state’s economy and community well-being, was key to his success. DeSantis, a staunch advocate of Trump’s policies,
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of former President Donald Trump’s administration on Monday, permitting the continuation of deportations based on claims that the individuals involved are Venezuelan gang members. The 5-4 decision saw conservative Justice Amy Coney Barrett joining the three liberal justices in dissent. The case focused
A federal judge has ordered the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to reinstate federal funds previously allocated to the state of Maine, after they were suspended following a dispute between former President Donald Trump and Maine Governor Janet Mills regarding the participation of transgender athletes in school sports. U.S. District
Washington urges restraint while making clear that new attacks could follow if Tehran rejects nuclear diplomacy Following a large-scale military operation by Israel targeting Iranian infrastructure, the U.S. government has publicly stated it was not involved. Officials emphasized that while American troops in the region remain a priority, the strikes
Sweeping changes to immunization advisory body raise questions about future access and national vaccine policy This week, a little-known but highly influential panel within the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention entered the spotlight. The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP)—responsible for recommending vaccines and guiding what’s covered by insurance
BNPL services blur the line between innovation and financial risk, especially as regulations shift and affordability pressures rise Brittany Luse, like many consumers today, finds herself caught between financial constraints and the increasing ease of instant purchasing. The search for a decent couch has become less about style and more