The Republican-controlled House passed the “Protecting American Energy Production Act” with a 226-188 vote to prevent future administrations from banning oil and gas drilling without Congress’s approval. The bill prohibits the president from imposing a moratorium on hydraulic fracturing (fracking) unless authorized by Congress. It was introduced by Rep. August Pfluger of Texas, who expressed…
The father-son bond inThe Riflemanremains one of the greatest in TV history, even 60 years later. For those who grew up in the late 1950s, this Western classic was a must-watch in many homes, teaching timeless values like respect and honesty. But beyond its powerful moments,The Riflemanalso had its share of little-known mistakes, bloopers, and…
Being a single mom of two, after my husband found someone else and vanished from our lives just like that, felt like a real struggle. Keeping up with my job, everything around the house, and my kids’ needs, I sometimes felt I was failing both as a human and as a mom. I was praying…
The family of a boy named Bailey Cooper received the most devastating news a parent can ever hear. Their son had cancer. The sweet boy was diagnosed with Stage 3 Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma in 2016. All of a sudden, his entire life was all about treatments and doctor visits. Everyone hoped for the best outcome, and…
The USDA admitted to accidentally firing several employees working on the federal bird flu response, including three from the National Animal Health Laboratory Network. The H5N1 outbreak has devastated poultry flocks, driven egg prices to $10 per dozen, and led to 68 human cases, including one hospitalization. The USDA is working to rehire affected staff,…
Mandarins are a nutrient-packed citrus fruit that offer various health benefits. High in vitamin C, they strengthen the immune system, support collagen production for youthful skin, and promote digestive health through fiber. Rich in antioxidants like flavonoids and carotenoids, they protect against oxidative stress and may lower the risk of heart disease and cancer. Mandarins…
The man Mom and I loved to the core tore our hearts apart and abandoned us when I was 13. Ten years later, I pulled over for a hitchhiker, only to see my dad with a little girl by his side. The scars never faded. Will this new encounter heal them or deepen the wound?The…
Generally, we tell our kids to call 911 if they ever need help. But one child took the lesson to a completely new level! The child was experiencing problems with his homework, so he made the decision to call for help. Since 911 was the only number he knew, he took up the phone and…
You have undoubtedly noticed a sleek little fin perched up there if you have ever looked at the roof of a modern car. The shark fin is more than simply a visual element that gives your car the appearance of an apex predator on the road, as you may be startled to discover. Rather, it…
Have you ever taken one of those colorvisiontests? They’re used to determine if you have color vision deficiency, a condition that’s usuallyinherited. If you have poor color vision, your ability to see the difference between specific colors is lessened. You may have one of the four types of color blindness! People with color vision deficiency do…