The NFL’s free agent frenzy officially begins Wednesday, March 12, but fans have already seen an incredible few days with blockbuster trades and record setting signings as marquee players reshape the balance of power. The two most active teams, at least initially, were the Seattle Seahawks and the Pittsburgh Steelers. On Friday, March 7, Seattle…

The House of Representatives approved a government funding package on a near-party-line vote Tuesday evening, March 11. The measure now heads to the Senate, where it needs to be approved before Friday, March 14. Otherwise, the federal government will shut down.  Who voted for the bill? All but one Republican voted in favor of the…

The Trump Administration laid off about half of the Department of Education’s 4,100 employees Tuesday evening, March 11. The move is a major step toward President Trump’s stated goal of eliminating the department.  “Today’s reduction in force reflects the Department of Education’s commitment to efficiency, accountability, and ensuring that resources are directed where they matter…

A recent study suggests that microplastic pollution may significantly affect global food production by reducing plants’ ability to photosynthesize. Researchers warn that if pollution levels continue to rise, food security challenges could intensify. “These findings underscore the urgency for effective plastic mitigation strategies and provide insights for international researchers and policymakers to safeguard global food…

The New York Times published a report detailing an alleged heated exchange behind closed doors at a cabinet meeting Thursday, March 6. The report claims that tensions ran high between billionaire Elon Musk and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, with President Donald Trump present during the conflict. President Trump and others in the administration called…

A political columnist and associate editor who worked at The Washington Post for four decades resigned following the paper’s decision to reportedly not run her opinion article criticizing owner Jeff Bezos’s latest changes to the news outlet. In a resignation letter from Ruth Marcus, obtained by The New York Times, she stated, “It breaks my…

Some of America’s largest airlines cut growth expectations on Tuesday, March 11, due to economic uncertainty. Meanwhile, another ended a longstanding policy, which was a favorite with customers. Delta Air Lines and American Airlines are among those pulling back on forecasts as talks of a recession heat up. Why airlines think they’ll make less than…

Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., is fundraising off of President Donald Trump’s threat to “lead the charge” against him in the 2026 Republican primary. President Trump publicly stated his intentions after Massie said he would vote against the federal funding package Congress needs to approve by Friday, March 14, to avoid a government shutdown. “Why don’t…

Baloch separatists hijacked a passenger train Tuesday, March 11, in Balochistan, Pakistan’s largest and most volatile province, taking more than 180 hostages, including security personnel. The Balochistan Liberation Army (BLA) claimed responsibility, warning hostages would be executed if military forces continued operations in the area. The group, which seeks independence for Balochistan, described the attack…

The Department of Justice (DOJ) is taking action against Google’s dominant influence over the tech industry. Court documents reveal that the government is pushing for an overhaul of the company, aiming to weaken its control by breaking it up. It’s a move that signals bipartisan consensus, as both the Trump and Biden administrations agree on…