Policy & Law

Niger Junta Survives 24-Hour Mutiny Backed by Russian Forces

The unrest, which saw soldiers arrested and paraded on state television, was quelled with help from Russia's Africa Corps after a day of fighting at the capital's main airport.

By Eleanor Cross · Sunday, August 30, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Experts Highlight Economic, Health, Stability and Environmental Benefits of Housing Affordability Efforts

The Hill opinion piece argues that expanding affordable housing access yields broad gains across multiple sectors, though federal legislative solutions remain contested.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, August 30, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Massive AI Boom Puts One of America's Oldest Manufacturers on Path to Double in Size, CEO Says

Corning's partnership with NVIDIA will create more than 3,000 jobs across North Carolina and Texas as optical fiber demand for data centers surges.

By James Callahan · Sunday, August 30, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

An Incentive for Investment: How the US Tax Code Can Help America Rebuild

Op-ed from Gary, Indiana examines how federal tax policy could be leveraged to stimulate investment in older American communities facing economic challenges.

By Eleanor Cross · Sunday, August 30, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

Five Years After Afghanistan Withdrawal, Afghan Nationals Face Shrinking Pathways to Stay in US

The Trump administration has accelerated deportations and curtailed refugee resettlement programs since returning to office, marking a stark shift from the evacuation efforts of 2021.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, August 30, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Dutch TikToker Who Recently Converted to Islam Livestreams Stabbing Three People in Amsterdam

The attacker was arrested by Dutch police following the incident, which occurred near a busy tourist area and was broadcast live on social media.

By Eleanor Cross · Sunday, August 30, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

NASA Launches Powerful New Space Telescope to Explore Mysteries of the Universe

The advanced observatory, years in development, is designed to observe distant galaxies and search for signs of habitable exoplanets.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, August 30, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Clyburn Calls for Expanding Supreme Court, Says '13 Is a Pretty Good Number'

The South Carolina Democrat voiced support for increasing the court's justices from 9 to 13 during a Sunday television appearance.

By James Callahan · Sunday, August 30, 2026 · 4 min read
Policy & Law

Homan Pushes Back on Alleged ICE Arrests of Parents at Connecticut Bus Stops

White House border czar says no documented incidents in last two years of parents arrested near schools or bus stops, challenging Democratic senator's claims.

By Eleanor Cross · Sunday, August 30, 2026 · 3 min read
Policy & Law

College Sports Kicks Off Season Amid Ongoing Court Battles over Athlete Eligibility

Legal disputes over name, image and likeness rights, revenue sharing and scholarship rules are shaping the landscape for universities and student athletes alike.

By Marcus Webb · Sunday, August 30, 2026 · 4 min read