Frank Bisignano, a former Wall Street executive, has been appointed as the new head of the Social Security Administration (SSA), which oversees benefits for more than 70 million Americans. At a town hall with SSA managers on May 21, Bisignano revealed his surprise at the appointment, admitting he wasn’t looking for the job and had…
Republicans in the House passed Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” — a sweeping legislative package that extends the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, introduces tax cuts on tips and overtime, and redirects funds to military and border security. It also creates tax deductions for interest on U.S.-made auto loans, a \$200 tax on gun silencers,…
Melania Trump, born Melanija Knavs in Slovenia in 1970, began her journey in a small town but had dreams far beyond it. A chance encounter with a photographer at age 16 launched her modeling career, leading her to Milan, Paris, and eventually New York City. Known for her discipline and quiet nature, Melania worked under…
Prince Harry’s memoir, Spare, released in January 2023, offered revealing insights about his life and relationships within the Royal Family. One notable moment was when Meghan Markle was asked to apologise to Kate Middleton for a comment made in 2018 ahead of their wedding. Meghan had allegedly said Kate must be experiencing “baby brain” after…
Donald Trump has threatened Apple with a 25% tariff if the company continues manufacturing iPhones outside the U.S., particularly in India. Posting on Truth Social, Trump reiterated his demand that iPhones sold in the U.S. be made domestically, not abroad. This warning comes amid his administration’s ongoing trade war and increased tariffs, which have already…
The Gospel of Thomas, an ancient text containing 114 sayings attributed to Jesus, has sparked debate due to its exclusion from the Bible. Unlike traditional Biblical Gospels, it lacks a narrative of Jesus’ life and instead presents spiritual teachings allegedly passed to his disciples. Scholars believe it was written in the second century, long after…
Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) has become more widely recognized in recent decades, with diagnoses reportedly increasing since the 1990s. Once a misunderstood and stigmatized condition, autism is now better understood as a complex neurological difference that affects communication, cognition, behavior, and social interactions. Symptoms and traits vary significantly between individuals, making diagnosis and treatment highly…
A new book by royal biographer Ingrid Seward, My Mother And I, reveals Prince Philip’s reported nickname for Meghan Markle, calling her the “Duchess of Windsor.” The name draws a deliberate comparison to Wallis Simpson, the American divorcee whose relationship with Edward VIII led to his abdication. Like Simpson, Markle is an American divorcee who…
On May 16, 2025, a powerful EF-3 tornado struck St. Louis, dramatically impacting the life of 20-year-old Mya Grimes, a Jackson State University student. While driving home on Pershing Avenue, she found herself directly in the storm’s path. Despite worsening conditions, Mya continued her drive, urged by her father’s call to get home quickly. As…
As the two-year anniversary of the Titan sub disaster approaches, new details have emerged about the final moments before the submersible imploded, killing all five passengers. The Titan, operated by OceanGate Expeditions, lost contact on 18 June 2023 during a dive to the Titanic wreck site. The last known message from the sub, “all good…