Rising Global TensionsAmid conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East, fears of World War III are growing. Russia has warned the U.S. that support for Ukraine marks “direct involvement” and “continues to provoke tension,” said Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov. U.S. as a TargetA Russian state TV segment listed seven possible U.S. nuclear targets, including the…
Cast Iron Skillet: What Not to Cook Cast iron skillets are long-lasting and versatile, but some foods can damage them. Avoid Acidic & Sticky FoodsTomatoes, vinegar, and citrus “can strip your skillet’s seasoning and leave a metallic taste.” Sugary sauces like teriyaki may burn and ruin the surface—stick to nonstick pans for these. Watch Out…
From Farm to Fundraiser: Finding Pride in My Roots I grew up on a sweet potato farm, where “vacation” means a county fair and work starts before sunrise. My parents have “dirt under their nails and more grit than anyone I know.” When I got a scholarship to a private city school, I thought it…
Why “SSSS” on Your Boarding Pass Matters Flying can be stressful, and seeing “SSSS” on your boarding pass adds another layer. It stands for Secondary Security Screening Selection—a TSA flag for extra security checks. According to a TSA spokesperson, the Secure Flight program uses “basic info like your name and birth date” to compare against watchlists….
B-2 Spirit Crash History The B-2 Spirit has never been confirmed to be shot down, according to credible sources. While rumors exist, particularly involving Serbia, they are “unfounded and lack support from any credible military or intelligence sources.” Known Incidents 2008 – Guam: A B-2 crashed due to “moisture entering the aircraft’s air data sensors,”…
It was a calm afternoon, the lawn glowing gold, when something odd caught my eye in the grass. What looked like a tattered rope lay coiled on the ground. Curious, I moved closer, mind racing with possibilities. At first, I assumed it was leftover yard equipment. But then I noticed a subtle movement. A snake?…
U.S. Bombs Iran’s Fordow Nuclear SiteFormer President Donald Trump authorized the use of twelve 30,000-pound “bunker buster” bombs to destroy Iran’s Fordow nuclear facility. “Fordow was ‘gone,’” said Fox News host Sean Hannity, quoting Trump officials. Two other sites were hit with 30 Tomahawk missiles from U.S. submarines. Israel’s Role and U.S. SupportAfter Israel weakened…
A Step Toward IndependenceAt 22, getting my first credit card felt like “one quiet step toward independence.” I used it only for essentials, keeping it private except for my dad. Family Pressure and GuiltThen my brother Mark texted, “It’s like free money!” asking to borrow it because his card was maxed. I said no, explaining,…
This week, senior officials in President Donald Trump’s administration identified what they consider to be the greatest national security threat. In a report, top Trump administration officials told Senate Intelligence Committee members that fentanyl and the foreign drug gangs that import the deadly street drug into the United States pose one of the greatest threats…
Obama voiced his growing concerns about where the country might be headed if current trends continue.