Mike Johnson gets public GOP Senate support ahead of tight House speaker vote

House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., received public support from Republicans in the Senate as he faces an uncertain vote Friday to determine whether he will maintain the role in the new Congress. "My friend [Johnson] has done an incredible job in the House, and I’m glad he’s at the helm …...Read More

Suspect behind Cybertruck that exploded at Trump hotel identified as active-duty U.S. Army soldier

The driver of the Tesla Cybertruck that blew up outside Trump International Hotel Las Vegas on New Year's Day has been identified as active-duty U.S. Army soldier Matthew Livelsberger, The Associated Press is reporting, citing law enforcement officials. The officials spoke to The Associated Press on the condition of anonymity …...Read More

Rare religious cross discovered by child while exploring on school field trip in Jerusalem

While on a class trip to the historic Ein Karem village in Jerusalem, Israel, a 10-year-old discovered an unexpected surprise. Nehorai Nir was picking edible plants with his class and believed he saw a red pomegranate on the ground. "I ran to pick it up and discovered a worm inside, …...Read More

Trump says he's not changed his mind on H-1B visas as debate rages within MAGA coalition

President-elect Donald Trump claimed this week that he has not changed his mind about the controversial H-1B visa program and that the U.S. needs "smart people" coming into the country, amid a furious intra-Republican debate on the visa program. "I didn't change my mind. I've always felt we have to …...Read More

New Orleans suspected terrorist's brother says 'radicalization' prompted attack

The brother of the suspected terrorist accused of ramming a truck through crowded Bourbon Street in New Orleans discussed his brother's religious background in a recent interview and said the attack was an example of "radicalization." Abdur Jabbar, 24, spoke to The New York Times in Beaumont, Texas, where he …...Read More

Ex-NFL star Antonio Brown launches fundraiser for New Orleans terror attack victims' families

Former NFL star Antonio Brown launched a fund for the victims and their families of the terror attack that took place in New Orleans in the wee hours of New Year’s Day. More than a dozen people were killed and several more were injured when the suspect, identified as Shamsud-Din …...Read More

January is National Hobby Month – here are three easy ones to start

January is National Hobby Month, which means it's a great time to try new hobbies or get back into an old one. Finding a hobby you love can be a rewarding experience. It's not only a great way to build new skills, but also a way to gain community, reduce …...Read More

Chiefs' Patrick Mahomes left off Pro Bowl roster for 1st time as starter

Kansas City Chiefs star Patrick Mahomes has the team poised and ready for a shot at a third consecutive Super Bowl title, but one of his streaks came to an end on Thursday. Mahomes was left off of the initial AFC Pro Bowl roster when it was announced. The three …...Read More

San Francisco mayor-elect promises worried resident that he'll clean up city

San Francisco Mayor-elect Daniel Lurie promised a worried resident that he would clean up the streets ahead of his tenure, after a mayoral election centered around the city's homelessness, crime and drug overdose problems. "Clean up the streets and the homeless, please," a woman told Lurie during a walking tour …...Read More

Honolulu fireworks accident kills 3, injures over 20: 'worst possible, war-zone injuries'

An accident involving fireworks killed three people and injured more than 20 in Honolulu on New Year's Eve. Gov. Josh Green said he was looking into whether new penalties like a felony charge for possessing large fireworks are needed to curtail fireworks in Hawaii. A fourth person was killed in …...Read More