Washington lawmakers vote to pass a budget proposal after an all-night “vote-a-rama.” And the cease-fire between Israel and Hamas hangs on by a thread after bus explosions in Tel Aviv and a hostage hoax. These stories and more highlight your Unbiased Updates for Friday, Feb. 21, 2025. Senate passes budget resolution after overnight ‘vote-a-rama’ It was a long…

No one was injured after several buses exploded near Tel Aviv Thursday night, Feb. 20. Authorities believe it to be a terror attack. Three empty buses exploded in parking lots in Bat Yam and Holon. Two other devices were found on two other buses but did not detonate, The Times of Israel reports. Police say…

U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Secretary Sean Duffy, on Thursday, Feb. 20, announced an investigation into California’s high-speed rail program.  “For too long, taxpayers have subsidized the massively over-budget and delayed California High-Speed Rail project,” said Duffy in a statement. “President Trump is right that this project is in dire need of an investigation.” Duffy…

George Clooney is trading red carpets for green pastures. The actor is the latest celebrity to embrace farm life. In an interview with The New York Times, Clooney revealed he spends most of his time on a farm in France. While he, his wife Amal, and their twin children have homes in England and Kentucky,…

As spring training games begin across Major League Baseball, the AL Central division is focused on another great showing. It’s been a decade since a team from this division has won a World Series. However, three teams won a playoff series in 2024. Can the Guardians repeat as division champs? The Cleveland Guardians made it…

Billionaire businessman and President Donald Trump’s confidant Elon Musk put on a show for a friendly crowd at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) on Thursday, Feb. 20. Argentinian President Javier Milei handed an ornate chainsaw to Musk shortly after taking the stage, telling the crowd to “legalize comedy again.”  Newsmax host Rob Schmitt led…

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum is warning the United States not to invade Mexico’s sovereignty. The announcement comes one day after the Trump administration designated eight organized crime groups — six of them from Mexico — as foreign terrorist organizations. After the State Department made the designations, Elon Musk, who has become a prominent member of…

Meghan Markle is rebranding her lifestyle company. The Duchess of Sussex announced that her new brand, As Ever, will replace American Riviera Orchard. The transition was revealed Monday, Feb. 17, in an Instagram video. Markle said she was excited to share her passions for gardening and cooking on the new platform. Small NYC clothing brand…

The Dominican Republic has long struggled with overcrowded prisons. Despite promises from government officials to reform the system, issues persist. The country currently operates 19 traditional prisons and 22 correctional rehabilitation centers. However, overcrowding and unsanitary conditions continue to plague older facilities. Dominican Republic prisons remain overcrowded La Victoria, the oldest and largest prison in…

Aurora, Colorado’s top cop revealed unlivable conditions at a now-closed apartment complex that made national headlines after alleged members of the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua were caught on video entering a unit last summer. The City of Aurora had officially shut down the Edge of Lowry Apartment Complex. Aurora Police Chief Todd Chamberlain spoke…