Strong Earthquake Strikes China–Myanmar Border A massive 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck the China–Myanmar border early Monday, shaking homes and cities across Southeast Asia. Seismologists called it “one of the most forceful quakes the region has endured in recent decades.” Widespread Destruction According to the USGS, the quake’s shallow depth of about 10 kilometers intensified its impact. Buildings swayed from southern…
A Frightened Child Just after midnight, biker Big Mike stopped at a roadside diner and found six-year-old Emma hiding in the restroom. Her whisper chilled him: “He’s smart. Everyone thinks he’s nice.” Her bruises confirmed her silent plea for help. Swift Action Mike alerted his motorcycle club: “Church. Right now. Emergency.” Members of the Savage…
A New Chapter Robin Wright, 59, known for The Princess Bride, Forrest Gump, and House of Cards, is starting a new chapter with architect Henry Smith. The couple recently rented a home by the English seaside. “It’s liberating to be done. Be done with searching, looking and getting 60 percent of what you wanted,” Wright said. Life in…
The First Strike’ At a family dinner, she served everyone lasagna—except me. I got “a single bowl of lettuce.” Then she smiled and said, “You have such a pretty face. It’s a shame you let your body ruin it.” Choosing Clarity I responded not with fury, but clarity. At the next dinner, I gave her…
In an assertive effort to bring absent lawmakers back to the Capitol, the Texas House has decided to cut off direct deposit payments for the Democratic members who left the state. They will not receive their salaries until they return to Texas in person. On top of that, each absent lawmaker is being fined $500…
Why Towels Turn Bright Orange (and How to Prevent It) It began when I noticed a strange, bright orange blotch on my gray towel. At first, I assumed it was rust or a spill, but washes didn’t remove it. Soon, more towels, pillowcases, and even shirts showed similar marks. The culprit? Benzoyl peroxide, a common…
Understanding Eye Floaters: Causes and When to Seek Help If you notice small dots, threads, or cobweb-like shapes drifting across your vision, you may be seeing eye floaters. These moving shadows are usually harmless but can be distracting, especially against bright backgrounds. Floaters are caused by tiny clumps in the vitreous humor—the clear, gel-like fluid…
Trump Brokered Israel-Hamas Peace Deal Wins Bipartisan Recognition Former President Donald Trump received rare praise from Democrats and opponents after helping broker a peace deal between Israel and Hamas, ending two years of conflict that began with the October 2023 Hamas attack. That assault killed 1,300 Israelis and took over 250 hostages, prompting Israel’s massive…
Snoop Dogg Turns Grief Into Strength After His Mother’s Passing The world knows Snoop Dogg as a hip-hop legend, but behind the fame, he has faced deep personal loss—the passing of his beloved mother. Through emotional posts and reflections, Snoop shared his grief and gratitude, saying her wisdom continues to guide him. He called his…
U.S. Strike Destroys Drug Submarine in Caribbean, Trump Says President Donald Trump announced that U.S. forces destroyed a “very large drug-carrying submarine” in the Caribbean, killing two suspected narco-terrorists and capturing two others. He said the vessel carried “fentanyl and other narcotics” toward the U.S. and claimed the strike “prevented as many as 25,000 American…