The Supreme Court on Tuesday ruled that Colorado’s ban on conversion therapy for minors violates the First Amendment rights of a therapist who challenged the law. In an 8–1 decision, the court sided with Kaley Chiles, a conservative Christian therapist, finding that the restriction on counseling practices amounted to a violation of free speech protections. … Read more

President Donald Trump signed an executive order March 26 barring federal contractors and subcontractors from engaging in diversity, equity, and inclusion practices, according to a White House fact sheet. The order directs the Office of Management and Budget to issue compliance guidance and identify economic sectors where DEI practices are being used. The directive instructs … Read more

In the remote deserts of northern Namibia, there is a community whose daily hygiene routine challenges everything most people think they know. And no, it has nothing to do with superstition. The Himba tribe, one of the last semi-nomadic communities in the region, has developed a unique way of maintaining personal hygiene without using water … Read more

In one of the most disturbing medical cases in recent years, a Georgia doctor didn’t just operate on her patients — she performed for the camera while doing it. And even after losing her license, she didn’t stop. Dr. Windell Davis-Boutte, a dermatologist running a cosmetic practice in Lilburn, Georgia, became infamous after posting videos … Read more

Sen. Lindsey Graham is facing criticism after being spotted at Walt Disney World over the weekend as the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) shutdown stretches into its sixth week and U.S. military operations against Iran continue abroad. Photos and eyewitness accounts placed Graham at the Orlando theme park, including at Chef Mickey’s restaurant inside Disney’s … Read more

The U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear oral arguments this week in a closely watched case that could redefine the scope of birthright citizenship in the United States, placing a long-standing constitutional question squarely before the nation’s highest court. At issue is the interpretation of the Fourteenth Amendment’s Citizenship Clause, which states that “[a]ll … Read more

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is facing a new ethics and campaign finance complaint alleging misuse of campaign funds, after a watchdog group accused her of spending nearly $19,000 on services that may have been personal rather than political in nature. The complaint, filed by the National Legal and Policy Center (NLPC) with both the Federal Election … Read more

Tens of thousands of residents are leaving Los Angeles County, highlighting ongoing concerns about the region’s economic outlook and population trends under the leadership of Gov. Gavin Newsom and a supermajority of Democrats in the state legislature and LA County. The county experienced the largest population decline in the nation between July 2024 and July … Read more

The U.S. Senate briefly convened and adjourned within seconds, postponing action on a House-passed bill to fully fund the Department of Homeland Security, reports noted on Monday. The House had approved the Republican-led measure on Friday in a 213–203 vote, with all Republicans and three Democrats supporting the legislation. The bill would fund DHS operations … Read more

Family bonds are among the most powerful and emotional connections we form, yet they’re not always easy to maintain. In many families, parents find themselves hurt or confused when their adult children rarely call, visit, or show interest in their lives. While this distance can feel cold or painful, it often has deep roots. Some … Read more