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Most Americans still see immigration as a net positive, though support has dipped slightly from last year. Democrats are overwhelmingly supportive, while Republicans are split and often divided by whether immigration is legal or undocumented. A majority favor a path to citizenship for undocumented immigrants, but are divided on policies like sanctuary cities or border agents. Most want immigration...

The president just gutted the bipartisan Election Assistance Commission — removing two key members — in a move critics say is a dangerous step toward politicizing elections. This commission oversees federal voting grants, system testing, and the national voter registration form. The White House claims it’s about election security, citing a Supreme Court ruling that lets the president fire agency b...

The U.S. is demanding Iran publicly guarantee the Strait of Hormuz remains open and free from attacks, amid renewed strikes blamed on Iran’s hard-liners seeking to sabotage a fragile ceasefire. President Trump has scrapped the interim deal but insists talks for a permanent resolution continue under pressure. Iran, fractured by internal power struggles and the deaths of key figures in U.S.-Israeli...

In South Korea, AI is resurrecting the voices and faces of the deceased—creating lifelike digital messages that offer comfort, reconciliation, and closure. Families use these “griefbots” to hear loved ones say things left unsaid, sparking both emotional healing and deep ethical debates. Experts warn that these simulations could hinder natural grieving by trapping people in digital echoes of the pa...

A brutal heat wave is barreling in this weekend, with temperatures soaring 15 to 25 degrees above normal—even at night. A massive high-pressure system is trapping scorching air across up to two-thirds of the U.S., threatening record-breaking triple-digit heat in Nevada, Utah, Colorado, and the Dakotas. With no nighttime relief, this heat is just as deadly as extreme storms. It’s also worsening wil...

A Houston van shooting has ignited national outrage as three men claim an ICE officer fired through a passenger window—while never being in danger—killing 52-year-old homebuilder Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, a longtime U.S. resident nearing legal status. With no body camera footage, no released photos showing vehicle damage, and no evidence supporting the officer’s self-defense claim, critics accuse DH...

Two devastating earthquakes struck Venezuela last month, sparking an urgent humanitarian response as NGOs flood the hardest-hit areas with mobile clinics, kitchens, and field hospitals. With the UN pleading for $300 million to aid 1.3 million people, survivors in La Guaira and Catia La Mar are grappling with both immediate injuries and worsening health crises—including skin infections, diarrhea, a...

A deadly wildfire tore through a remote Spanish expat enclave in Almeria, killing at least 12 people and leaving 23 missing as temperatures soared and evacuation orders were ignored. Dozens were injured, some trapped in a dry riverbed, while firefighters and soldiers battled flames across 7,900 acres of rugged, fuel-rich terrain. With many victims believed to be foreign nationals—including at leas...

Former MP and TV personality Ann Widdecombe, 78, was found dead in her home with serious injuries, prompting police to classify the death as murder and arrest a 26-year-old man. Authorities confirm the killing is not politically or terror-related, but the motive remains unknown. Widdecombe, known for her socially conservative stance and later for her role in Reform UK, was a prominent figure in Br...

Three ex-sailors from a Thai cargo ship are suing their employer and captain after being forced to sail through the dangerous Strait of Hormuz — a move their lawyer says endangered their lives. Fired early and paid only two months’ wages, they now suffer from PTSD, can’t work, and need ongoing treatment. Talks with the company failed; they’re seeking over $30,000 each in damages. One sailor, with...

An 18-year-old Mississippi athlete vanished after a Fourth of July boat trip—and his family is demanding answers. Found dead days later on a remote island, his death defies logic, especially since he was an accomplished swimmer. Friends allegedly took his phone and keys before abandoning him, and his family suspects crucial text messages were erased. With help from Reverend Al Sharpton and legal e...

The preliminary hearing for the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk ended this week, with prosecutors laying out damning evidence including surveillance footage, a former roommate’s recorded confession of remorse, and DNA linking the suspect to the murder weapon. The suspect, 23, faces aggravated murder charges and possible death penalty. Kirk’s grieving family, visibly emotional in court, has lea...

Forget the magic number—retirement isn’t about hitting a savings target, it’s about securing a steady income stream. Experts warn that chasing a specific dollar amount ignores the real challenge: turning your nest egg into reliable monthly cash flow. Market volatility, poor returns, and human anxiety around “enough” make this shift essential. Start early, invest for income, not just growth—conside...

Migrants deported from the U.S. and held in a luxury Equatorial Guinea hotel—owned by the president—are now trapped in a deadly limbo, as the same facility is being used to quarantine suspected Ebola patients, raising alarms over safety, transparency, and basic human rights. With over 600 Ebola deaths already in neighboring Congo, the risk is dire. Detainees report being warned by medical staff ab...

Love is in the air—and in the courts—across the state as couples from Benton to Little Rock, Carlisle to Bryant, tie the knot in whirlwind weddings, while others face the legal end of their unions, with divorces granted and filings piling up, reflecting the messy, beautiful reality of relationships in motion. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. A...

A Nigerian dwarf goat named Goldie became an unexpected hero, bringing laughter to wildfire-fighting crews near Colorado Springs. Meanwhile, Ruthia He faces six years in prison and a $1 million fine for illegally distributing 37 million Adderall pills, while The Epoch Times’ CFO Weidong Guan admits guilt in a $67 million money laundering scheme. Ghanaian influencer Frederick Kumi is being extradit...

Africa just secured another $900 million to expand clean cooking access, bringing total funding to over $3.1 billion — a critical step toward reaching nearly a billion people still reliant on harmful wood and charcoal. With health impacts devastating — 850,000 deaths annually, mostly women and children — leaders from the U.S. and Kenya stress that ambition must meet investment. The IEA and African...

A heartbreaking tragedy has rocked Arkansas: an infant died after being left in a daycare operator’s car for eight hours, prompting the immediate suspension of Hope Academy daycare in Little Rock. The 62-year-old operator, Hope Jones, was arrested and admitted to forgetting the child during a headcount—she’s now facing second-degree murder charges and is set to appear in court in September. Author...

Congress is sounding the alarm over Caitlin Clark’s treatment in the WNBA, with Rep. Mark Alford calling for a federal investigation into potential civil rights violations. Eleven House Republicans have backed a letter demanding action, citing a pattern of physical attacks on Clark—including an incident involving Alyssa Thomas—and urging the league to protect her. Lawmakers are watching closely as...

A heartbreaking tragedy has rocked Little Rock: an infant died after being left in a car for eight hours at Hope Academy daycare. The Arkansas Department of Education has immediately suspended the facility’s license, citing preliminary investigation findings, while operator Hope Jones, 62, was arrested and charged with second-degree murder. Jones reportedly admitted she became distracted during a...

It’s wild how a Women’s World Cup graphic exposed a glaring U.S. policy gap: we’re the only country among competitors that doesn’t guarantee paid maternity leave. While every other nation supports new moms with paid time off, American families face real consequences—mothers rushing back to work, small businesses struggling to support employees, and communities paying the economic price. In Arkansa...

Maine’s political storm erupted when Graham Platner’s campaign, built on progressive energy and a working-class image, imploded amid allegations he victimized someone and then pressured her to speak out. Supporters were swept up by his oysterman persona and left-leaning ideals, overlooking troubling past behavior. But the real fallout? His team, especially top strategists, cut corners—skipping a $...

Summer’s back, and while it’s all about bikes, freedom, and chill vibes for many, parents juggling work and schedules are finding it harder to recreate that classic 90s kid summer. The trend? Intentional unstructured time—less screens, more outdoor play and boredom. It’s not about chaos, but about letting kids explore, create, and discover on their own. With a little safety net, older kids can thr...

Christian missionaries are stepping into virtual reality—specifically VRChat—to reach people who might otherwise ignore traditional evangelism. Dressed as cats or stormtroopers, they chat casually, compliment avatars, and gently steer conversations toward faith. Cru, the organization behind this effort, has been adapting to digital spaces since the 90s, and now sees VR as a powerful tool to connec...

Christians in the Holy Land are facing a surge of violence and hostility, from physical assaults and property destruction to daily harassment—threatening their safety and future in the region. In Jerusalem and West Bank towns like Taybeh, minority Christians feel increasingly targeted, with some fleeing amid settler pressure. Social media footage of soldiers defacing religious sites has intensifie...