Policy & Law

Trump's 'Fertilization President' Agenda Shows Limited Results as Birth Rates Continue Declining

More than one year into his second term, the administration's pronatalist policies have yet to reverse a record-low fertility rate that fell to 53.1 births per 1,000 women in 2025.

By Eleanor Cross · Saturday, May 30, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Trump's Push to Expand Abraham Accords as Part of Iran Talks Faces Regional Resistance

Pakistan has rejected joining the accords outright, while Saudi Arabia and Qatar have shown no willingness to normalize ties with Israel amid ongoing Gaza conflict.

By Marcus Webb · Saturday, May 30, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Hawaiian Airlines Ends Free In-Flight Meals in Main Cabin, Shifts to Preorder Menu

The change, launching July 1, will offer Hawaii-inspired dishes priced between $11 and $17; free snacks on board will continue.

By James Callahan · Saturday, May 30, 2026 · 3 min read
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Louisiana Republicans Pass Gerrymandered Map That Eliminates Majority-Black District

The new congressional map erases Rep. Cleo Fields' district entirely while Gov. Jeff Landry used emergency powers to cancel May primaries.

By Eleanor Cross · Saturday, May 30, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

One Birthday, Two Party Planners: Freedom 250 vs. America250 Explained

As artists back out of the Trump administration's celebration citing political involvement, questions about funding transparency and congressional oversight are intensifying.

By James Callahan · Friday, May 29, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Kenyan Court Blocks Trump Administration's Plan for Ebola Quarantine Center

The facility was intended to treat Americans exposed to the virus, but local opposition and legal challenges have temporarily halted the project as Central Africa's outbreak surpasses 900 suspected cases.

By Diane Park · Friday, May 29, 2026 · 4 min read
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Kenneth Law Pleads Guilty in Canada to Aiding Suicides After Selling Toxic Chemicals Online

UK prosecutors declined to pursue charges against the former chef, citing legal complications with extradition and double jeopardy principles.

By Eleanor Cross · Friday, May 29, 2026 · 3 min read
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RNC and NRCC File Lawsuit Defending Missouri's New Congressional Map Against Democratic Challenges

The legal action comes as referendum organizers and other opponents seek court intervention to restore the state's previous congressional district boundaries.

By Diane Park · Friday, May 29, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Alaska's Deteriorating Schools Could Receive More Than $148 Million for Repairs. It's a Fraction of What They Need.

The proposed funding would more than triple last year's allocation but covers only about 13% of the $1.12 billion in requests from school districts statewide.

By James Callahan · Friday, May 29, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Conservative Commentator Attacked With Black Liquid at UC Santa Cruz During Debate on Trans Violence

Ryley Niemi, 21, says he was temporarily blinded for three hours and suffered corneal damage; police are investigating the incident.

By James Callahan · Friday, May 29, 2026 · 4 min read