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Cardinal Pietro Parolin Emerges as Leading Contender in Upcoming Papal Election

As the Vatican prepares for the next papal conclave, Cardinal Pietro Parolin, the current secretary of state, is gaining recognition as a steady and experienced candidate poised to guide the Church’s future.

Par Eleanor Vance • 03 May 2025 • 3 MIN

Cardinal Pietro Parolin, center, on Friday. Over the past decade, he has been instrumental in implementing Pope Francis’ vision within the Vatican.

Republican leaders are capitalizing on their control of Congress and the White House to bypass opposition and roll back federal regulations.

Congressional Republicans Leverage Rare Legislative Tool to Undo Biden-Era Regulations

Republicans in Congress are increasingly using a little-known 1996 law to dismantle federal rules established during the Biden administration, circumventing Senate filibusters and advancing a broad deregulation agenda.

Par Eleanor Vance • 3 MIN

Richard Lemm in 2023 alongside a 1975 photograph. He currently resides in Charlottetown, Prince Edward Island.

Reflecting on the Americans Who Sought Refuge in Canada During the Vietnam War

Fifty years after the Vietnam War ended, former American draft resisters living in Canada share their experiences and perspectives amid renewed tensions between the two nations.

Par Eleanor Vance • 3 MIN

President Trump greets Nick Saban, former Alabama Crimson Tide football coach, before delivering a commencement address at the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa.

Trump Mulls Executive Action on College Athlete Compensation

Following recent changes in college sports, President Trump is considering an executive order to review the fairness of payments made to student-athletes.

Par David Lee • 3 MIN

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Firefighters combatting the wildfire in California’s Pacific Palisades neighborhood in January.

L.A.'s Efforts to Reactivate Reservoir Fell Short Ahead of Pacific Palisades Fire

The Pacific Palisades fire exposed water shortages linked to the shutdown of a key reservoir, as city attempts to bring an alternative reservoir back online were ultimately unsuccessful.

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George H. Ryan, Illinois governor in 2001, known for suspending the state's death penalty as a moral stand despite his prior support for capital punishment.

George Ryan, Former Illinois Governor Who Suspended Death Penalty, Dies at 91

George Ryan, a moderate Republican who halted executions in Illinois due to concerns over wrongful convictions, has died at 91, leaving a complex legacy marked by both reform and scandal.

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Student Activist Freed After Detention During Citizenship Interview Amid Political Repression

A student activist was detained during a citizenship interview but secured release after weeks in custody, highlighting ongoing challenges to free speech and political dissent amid harsh government actions.

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The headquarters of NPR located in Washington, D.C.

Public Media Giants NPR and PBS Resist Trump’s Funding Cut Directive

NPR and PBS have vowed to legally oppose an executive order aiming to slash their federal funding, warning it threatens public access to essential news and educational content.

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Members of armed gangs patrolling the streets of Port-au-Prince last year.

US Government Declares Haiti's Dominant Gangs as Terrorist Organizations

The US government’s designation targets Haiti’s influential gangs, enabling severe sanctions on them and those who engage in business with these groups controlling key economic sectors.

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Marco Rubio now plays a central role in shaping the Trump administration’s foreign policy from both the White House and the State Department.

Marco Rubio Emerges as a Key Architect of Trump’s Foreign Policy Strategy

Marco Rubio has become a steadfast advocate for President Trump’s foreign policy positions on Iran, Ukraine, and Gaza, operating from both the White House and the State Department, while the president’s close ally continues high-level negotiations.

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The current lack of communication between the United States and China poses significant risks to the global economic landscape.

U.S.-China Dialogue Stalls Amid Uncertainty Over Trade Talks

A deadlock over negotiation terms and confusion about whether discussions are underway highlight the likelihood of a prolonged economic dispute between the U.S. and China.

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The Bluebonnet Detention Facility in Anson, Texas, where Venezuelan detainees central to a recent Supreme Court ruling are being held.

Federal Judge Deals Major Setback to Trump’s Immigration Enforcement in Texas Border Region

A federal judge appointed by Trump ruled against the administration’s claim that Venezuelan gang activity constituted an invasion, challenging the legal basis for aggressive immigration measures.

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Cardinal Pietro Parolin Emerges as Leading Contender in Upcoming Papal Election

Congressional Republicans Leverage Rare Legislative Tool to Undo Biden-Era Regulations

Reflecting on the Americans Who Sought Refuge in Canada During the Vietnam War

Trump Mulls Executive Action on College Athlete Compensation

More in This Category

L.A.'s Efforts to Reactivate Reservoir Fell Short Ahead of Pacific Palisades Fire

George Ryan, Former Illinois Governor Who Suspended Death Penalty, Dies at 91

Student Activist Freed After Detention During Citizenship Interview Amid Political Repression

Public Media Giants NPR and PBS Resist Trump’s Funding Cut Directive

US Government Declares Haiti's Dominant Gangs as Terrorist Organizations

Marco Rubio Emerges as a Key Architect of Trump’s Foreign Policy Strategy

U.S.-China Dialogue Stalls Amid Uncertainty Over Trade Talks

Federal Judge Deals Major Setback to Trump’s Immigration Enforcement in Texas Border Region

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