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Assumable Mortgages Surge in 2026 as Buyers Hunt Sub-3% Home Loans

SMGN Publishing February 15, 2026

Assumable mortgages gain attention amid high interest rates As mortgage rates remain elevated in 2026, a growing number of homebuyers are exploring a lesser-known financing strategy that could dramatically reduce borrowing costs: assumable mortgages. These loans allow buyers to take over an existing mortgage from a seller, including the original interest rate — often well below current market averages. For homeowners who purchased properties during the pandemic-era housing boom, mortgage

The Dark Origins of Valentine’s Day: From Pagan Rituals to a Billion-Dollar Holiday

SMGN Publishing February 14, 2026

Valentine’s Day is widely associated with romance, flowers, and declarations of love, but the holiday’s origins are far more complex — and far darker —

Federal Judge Blocks Pentagon Review of Mark Kelly Over “Illegal Orders” Video

SMGN Publishing February 13, 2026

A federal judge in Washington, D.C., has temporarily halted Pentagon efforts to discipline Senator Mark Kelly after the Arizona Democrat filed a lawsuit alleging retaliation

U.S. Coffee Prices Surge as Tariffs Hit Brazilian Imports

SMGN Publishing July 21, 2025

Inside the D.C.-based Lost Sock Roasters, the usual rich aroma of fresh beans now carries a bitter note—uncertainty. President Trump’s recent announcement of a proposed

Mineral or Chemical Sunscreen: What’s Safer?

SMGN Publishing July 21, 2025

The common division between “chemical” and “mineral” sunscreens often creates confusion among consumers, especially because both types involve chemicals in their formulation. The difference lies

Simple Lifestyle Changes Cut Risk of Chronic Disease

SMGN Publishing July 20, 2025

Heart Health Strategies Offer Full-Body Benefits Adopting small but meaningful changes in everyday habits can dramatically enhance overall health—even for those with genetic predispositions to

A Historic Week for Cryptocurrencies in the U.S.

SMGN Publishing July 19, 2025

The United States has long been cautious about cryptocurrencies, viewing them as too dangerous for the average citizen and risky for the financial system. However,

US Tariff on Chinese Graphite Disrupts EV Supply Chain

SMGN Publishing July 18, 2025

Key Mineral Faces Major Import Duty The U.S. government has enacted a new tariff that targets a core component of electric vehicle battery production. The

New Federal Law Reshapes the U.S. Education Landscape

SMGN Publishing July 18, 2025

Key Changes for Students, Schools, and Higher Education A sweeping new law, referred to as the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” recently signed by the President,

Congress Approves $9 Billion in Cuts to Public Media and Foreign Aid

SMGN Publishing July 18, 2025

Funding reductions impact public broadcasting and international assistance programs The U.S. Congress has approved a rescission package that eliminates $9 billion in previously allocated federal

UN Reports Summary Executions Amid Syria’s Suweida Conflict

SMGN Publishing July 18, 2025

UN Warns of Grave Human Rights Violations in Suweida The UN human rights chief stated that his office has received credible reports of widespread abuses,

Is Your Child’s Summer Camp Climate-Ready? Key Safety Questions for Parents

SMGN Publishing July 18, 2025

Rising Weather Risks Demand Closer Attention at Camps As extreme weather events become more frequent, many families are reevaluating the safety of sending their children