The smoke above the Vatican is white. On Thursday evening local time, Robert Francis Prevost, 69, was elected as the new Pope. He took the name Leo XIV, the first Leo in over a hundred years. While Catholics worldwide celebrated him, some were less than happy. On social media, MAGA supporters are now criticizing Leo. […]
Julie Chrisley’s surprise release from prison drew attention—not just for the pardon that set her free, but for her dramatically different look. Spotted in Nashville after receiving a last-minute pardon from Donald Trump, the reality star appeared with natural hair, a softer smile, and a toned-down style. Julie had been serving time for fraud before […]
I just got married to my wonderful 28-year-old husband, and I’m 25 years old. I brought a dish from my late mom’s recipes to my in-laws’ family dinner last weekend My MIL gave me a mean look and told me, “Get your mom’s food out of my house!” as I put it on the table. […]
In a major national security move, President Donald Trump signed a proclamation on June 4, 2025, banning entry from 12 countries and placing partial restrictions on 7 others. The order cites terrorism, overstay rates, and lack of cooperation from foreign governments. Affected nations include Afghanistan, Iran, Myanmar, and Somalia. Exceptions are made for lawful residents […]
A Wedding Seat—and a Shattered Heart I never expected to cry at my stepson Nathan’s wedding—especially not from the back row. His fiancée looked me in the eye and said coldly, “Only real moms get a seat in the front.” Too stunned to respond, I simply nodded, smiled, and walked away, hiding the tears that […]
Strawberry Moon 2025: When and How to Watch the Golden Lunar Display Skywatchers are in for a treat with the upcoming Strawberry Moon, set to appear in June. As either the last full moon of spring or the first of summer, this lunar event is known for its warm amber glow and occasional rosy tint. […]
A controlling partner is likely to use manipulation tactics that may affect your self-perception and invalidate how you feel. avoid accountability by focusing the blame on you. For example, controlling behaviors may be subtle or crop up gradually, which may impact your ability to identify how they subtly integrate into your relationship.
A tragic shooting at a house party in Mountain View, a peaceful area near Hickory, North Carolina, left one person dead and eleven others injured early Sunday morning, June 1. Authorities responded to the scene on Walnut Acres Drive around 12:45 a.m., according to the Catawba County Sheriff’s Office.Roughly 100 people, including children, were attending […]
Pope Leo XIV commenced his pontificate with a grand mass in St. Peter’s Square, where he received the Palio and the Fisherman’s Ring—symbols of papal authority and the mission to be a “fisher of men.” His leadership begins with widespread anticipation, as many hope he will continue the inclusive, youth-oriented vision of his predecessor, Pope […]
Veteran conservative pundit and former Treasury official Monica Crowley has been confirmed as the Assistant Secretary of State and Chief of Protocol, holding the rank of ambassador. Her nomination was approved by the Senate 52–45, signaling a high-profile comeback to government service during President Donald Trump’s second term. Crowley previously held the position of Assistant […]
