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Trump Issues New Pardons for Former Officials and Political Allies

SMGN November 10, 2025

President Donald Trump has granted a new round of pardons and commutations that have sparked discussion across Washington. Among those pardoned are former New York mayor Rudy Giuliani, former White House Chief of Staff Mark Meadows, and several officials accused of attempting to overturn the 2020 presidential election results. Political and Personal Dimensions of the Pardons These recent clemency actions add to a growing list of high-profile pardons during Trump’s

U.S. Reassesses Its Role Ahead of COP30 Climate Summit

SMGN November 10, 2025

Limited participation in global climate negotiations The United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) is taking place in Belém, Brazil, bringing together most of the world’s

Visa and Mastercard Settlement Could Reshape U.S. Retail Fees and Consumer Rewards

SMGN November 10, 2025

In a move that could reshape how businesses and consumers interact with credit card payments, Visa and Mastercard have finalized a landmark agreement with U.S.

Judges in Washington D.C. challenge federal searches and charges

SMGN August 26, 2025

Weapons case highlights disputes between judiciary and prosecutors A federal judge in Washington D.C. dismissed a weapons charge after ruling that the defendant had been

Storms, Dust and Hail Possible for Burning Man 2025 Attendees

SMGN August 26, 2025

Weather conditions in the Nevada desert This year’s Burning Man, held in Nevada’s Black Rock Desert, is facing weather challenges that could affect thousands of

Australia Cuts Ties with Iran Over Antisemitic Attacks

SMGN August 26, 2025

Australia Blames Iran for Coordinated Attacks The Australian government has officially accused Iran of orchestrating arson attacks on a kosher food company in Sydney. Additionally,

Improve Your Posture: Top Tips for a Healthy Back

SMGN August 26, 2025

Dynamic Movement is Key to Good Posture Maintaining good posture is not just about sitting up straight. Experts emphasize that posture is dynamic, not static.

Discussion on Possible National Guard Deployment in Chicago

SMGN August 25, 2025

Former President Donald Trump stated that federal authorities are prepared to deploy National Guard units to U.S. cities to assist in addressing crime and unrest.

Chicago Officials Push Back on Possible National Guard Deployment

SMGN August 25, 2025

The prospect of National Guard troops being sent to Chicago has sparked strong reactions from local and state leaders. Federal plans and presidential statements The

Apple and OpenAI Deal Sparks Antitrust Debate

SMGN August 25, 2025

The Controversy Over Exclusivity in AI Partnerships The growing collaboration between Apple and OpenAI has triggered sharp debate about competition in the artificial intelligence sector.

Stephen Nakagawa appointed as new dance programming director at the Kennedy Center

SMGN August 25, 2025

Leadership change in the dance department The Kennedy Center has appointed Stephen Nakagawa as its new director of dance programming, shortly after the dismissal of

Reform UK Pushes Fracking Comeback Amid Energy Debate

SMGN August 25, 2025

A New Push for Shale Gas in the UK Reform UK has announced its intention to revive shale gas exploration, promoting fracking as a potential