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Clarence Thomas’s image takes a hit
While favorable ratings of other justices have declined amid a rough stretch for the Supreme Court, none has done so as much as Clarence Thomas’s.
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Potential Debt Ceiling Deal Would Barely Change Federal Spending Path
Negotiators have focused on a relatively small corner of the budget, shunning new revenues or cuts to the fastest-growing programs
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Chinese Malware Hits Systems on Guam. Is Taiwan the Real Target?
The code, which Microsoft said was installed by a Chinese government hacking group, set off alarms because Guam would be a centerpiece of any U.S. military response to a move against Taiwan.
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McCarthy Renews Call for Spending Cuts as Debt Talks Grind On
With a potential default just over a week away, a resolution remained elusive and Republican leaders told lawmakers they could return home for the holiday break.
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Ukrainians Were Likely Behind Kremlin Drone Attack, U.S. Officials Say
American spy agencies do not know exactly who carried out the attack this month, but suggest it was part of a series of covert operations orchestrated by Ukraine’s security services.
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Will DeSantis Need to Resign as Florida Governor to Run for President?
Florida has a statute that could have compelled Ron DeSantis to resign as governor to run for president, but state lawmakers adjusted the rules.
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A Flight Attendant’s 12 Etiquette Rules for Summer Travel
Air travel is going to be busy this summer. With some common sense and courtesy, could flying be … pleasant?
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How to be happier in your day-to-day life
We all want to be happy. But sometimes it can be hard to feel that way day-to-day. Life gets in the way and before you know it, you’re feeling stressed, anxious or just plain unhappy. But there are ways to change that. With a few small tweaks to your daily routine, you can start to…
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You may be cleaning your counters wrong. Here’s how to tackle 7 types.
From marble to butcher block, experts recommend the best ways to keep your kitchen countertop sparkling.
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Toads are the garden’s heroes. Here’s how to help them thrive.
Though other garden wildlife – hello bees and butterflies – tends to get more press, the often-overlooked toad can transform a vegetable plot.