Delve into the rich tapestry of arts, entertainment, and societal trends. From film reviews to cultural commentary, this category celebrates the diverse expressions of human creativity.
The remains of Carlo Acutis have rested since April 6, 2019, in the Sanctuary of the Spoliation in St. Mary Major Church in Assisi, inside a sepulchral monument in the right nave. The body, after being transferred from its previous burial in a cemetery, was prepared through preservation techniques to be displayed to the faithful, … Read more
As the Department of Defense removes trans troops as part of the new ban, the Air Force is enacting some new rules that leaves them with no due process…and in some cases, no benefits. Source link
Congress returns to Capitol Hill after August recess, Brazil’s ex-president faces coup trial, the latest on the devastating earthquake in eastern Afghanistan. Source link
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and Guatemalan Minister of Governance Francisco Jimenez shake hands after signing a memorandum of understanding on a joint security program agreement at the Palacio Nacional de la Cultura on June 26 in Guatemala City, Guatemala. Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Anna Moneymaker/Getty Images After planes with Guatemalan children … Read more
President Trump announces his global tariffs at a Rose Garden event at the White House on April 2. Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images hide caption toggle caption Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images An appeals court ruled that most of President Trump’s tariffs are illegal — but held off on enforcing the decision until mid-October, given expectations that it will … Read more
Good morning. You’re reading the Up First newsletter. Subscribe here to get it delivered to your inbox, and listen to the Up First podcast for all the news you need to start your day. Today’s top stories The names of the two children who were shot and killed on Wednesday at Annunciation Church and School in Minneapolis have been … Read more
Denmark’s foreign minister summoned the top U.S. diplomat in the country after it was reported that at least three people with connections to President Trump have been carrying out covert operations. Source link
A new study shows how African elephant poop helps make American-made guitars — and how poaching of elephants is contributing to a decrease in ebony trees. Source link
Eileen and Doug Flockhart look at a chalkboard announcing the birth of their seventh grandchild on the porch of their home in Exeter, N.H., Wednesday, Aug. 24, 2011. Elise Amendola/AP hide caption toggle caption Elise Amendola/AP Mothers and fathers have had their days. On Sep. 7, it’s the grandma and grandpa’s turn. In 1978, President … Read more
“El Mayo” Zambada speaks to Judge Brian Cogan (not pictured) in Brooklyn federal court, as his defense attorney Frank Perez looks on, Monday, Aug. 25, 2025, in New York. Jane Rosenberg/AP hide caption toggle caption Jane Rosenberg/AP NEW YORK — Former Mexican cartel kingpin Ismael “El Mayo” Zambada will spend the rest of his life … Read more