Democrats in the U.S. Senate utilized the filibuster to block a Republican bill that, if enacted, would have limited participation in school sports to a participant’s biological sex assigned at birth. The Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act needed 60 senators to support breaking a filibuster with all members present and voting. The…

The Justice Department announced the arrests of two Guatemalan nationals. They are accused of leading “one of the largest human smuggling organizations in the United States.” A third Guatemalan national, working on behalf of the two alleged ring leaders, was also arrested in connection to a deadly November 2023 car crash in Oklahoma. It resulted…

Those who play golf know it can be a game of second chances. Miss a shot, and there’s always the next one. Play poorly one day, and the next day could be better. But for two professional golfers, Angel Cabrera and Ryan Peake, 2025 is about redemption of a different kind. How did Angel Cabrera…

James Harrison, known as the “Man with the Golden Arm,” has died at 88. The Australian blood donor saved more than 2.4 million babies by donating plasma over 1,100 times. According to the Australian Red Cross, Harrison’s journey as a donor began after undergoing major surgery at age 14. Doctors removed one of his lungs,…

A recent investigation found toxic chemicals in popular synthetic braiding hair brands. The findings have sparked concern among consumers, especially those who wear protective styles regularly. Consumer Reports tested 10 popular synthetic braiding hair brands, all containing chemicals linked to cancer. Chrystal Thomas, a medical student, initiated the research after she experienced an allergic reaction…

As wildfires burn across North and South Carolina, U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem has warned of potential looters who may take advantage of the situation. As of Monday evening, March 3, there have been no reports of looting in the affected areas. In a post on X, Noem said she has reached out…

The projected list of the top prospects in the NFL draft remains largely the same as it was before the workouts at the scouting combine in Indianapolis. That’s because none of the top four players expected to be the top overall pick participated in those workouts. Who is expected to be the number one overall…

A former director of the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) claims that reduction efforts by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) will lead to an interruption of benefits. The administration has reportedly never missed a payment, but the former agency head predicted it could happen in the near future. Martin O’Malley, the former Democratic Maryland governor…

President Donald Trump’s approval rating among Gen Z has significantly fluctuated, according to recent polls. A February survey by AtlasIntel shows a net approval rating of 5.4% for Trump among Gen Z, with 52.7% approving and 47.3% disapproving. This marks a sharp shift from January. 58.7% of Gen Z disapproved of Trump then and only…

Online actors have been arrested and arraigned for allegedly stealing tickets to Taylor Swift’s “Eras” tour in New York. The Queens District Attorney’s office revealed a cybercrime ring was responsible for the theft of over 900 tickets. Ticket theft scheme targeted popular events District Attorney Melinda Katz said two people worked through a Jamaica-based contractor…