Language serves as a vital link to our ancestral heritage, personal identity, and our understanding of the world around us. For the Cherokee Nation, the effort to preserve and revitalize our unique Cherokee language is not merely a cultural endeavor but a sacred responsibility. Each spoken or written Cherokee word…

On June 18, 2015, a tragic friendly fire incident occurred when a U.S. Navy guided-missile cruiser, the USS Gettysburg, mistakenly shot down an F/A-18F Super Hornet fighter jet over the Red Sea. The fighter jet, part of the “Red Rippers” of Strike Fighter Squadron 11 based at Naval Air Station…

In his article for RealClearPolitics, Bradley Smith argues that the potential reelection of President Donald Trump could drastically alter the landscape of free speech in America. Trump has pledged to address issues related to censorship, particularly those emanating from the federal government, on college campuses, and from big tech companies…

The contentious issue of congestion pricing, often labeled a “lump of coal,” resurfaces amid financial strains faced by commuters already burdened by post-holiday debt. This taxation strategy, likened to an undead horror movie antagonist, refuses to be firmly defeated despite enduring public backlash and political challenges. Critics, such as former…

The post outlines a strategy proposed by former President Donald Trump concerning the ongoing crisis of fentanyl-related deaths in the United States. Trump’s approach emphasizes holding Mexico accountable for the influx of fentanyl and other drugs into the U.S., advocating for a more aggressive stance against Mexican drug cartels. This…

On December 20, 2024, an unprecedented meeting took place in Damascus, revealing the complex and often contradictory dynamics of international diplomacy in the context of the Syrian conflict. Barbara Leaf, the U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Near Eastern Affairs, led a delegation to meet with Abu Mohammed al-Jolani, the…

The landscape of popular religion in America has experienced a significant transformation in recent years, moving away from its traditional roots in Christianity toward an increased focus on social and political issues. Historically, religion has served as a bastion of community values and personal spirituality, with a predominant Christian identity…

Democrat National Committee official Lindy Li has stirred speculation surrounding President Joe Biden’s recent push for an insider trading ban, drawing connections to former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and their complicated political history. Li suggested that Biden may have a personal grievance against Pelosi, who has been associated with insider…

On December 16, the University of Delaware reached a settlement with NASA concerning allegations of failing to adequately disclose ties between a university professor and the Chinese government. The issue arose from a NASA grant awarded to the university in 2020 aimed at establishing a research center focused on harnessing…

Dr. Anthony Fauci, who joined Georgetown University as a “distinguished university professor” in the summer of 2023, has recently faced increased scrutiny over his apparent lack of involvement in academic teaching. Fauci’s title, which is regarded as the university’s highest honor, was expected to leverage his extensive experience in infectious…

Bitcoin’s relentless ascent, particularly following the 2022 crypto-winter, has led to a resounding reduction in “FUD” (Fear, Uncertainty, Doubt) narratives that have historically plagued the cryptocurrency. Mark Jeftovic asserts that most of these narratives are repetitive, centered around a few familiar themes that have already been robustly contested in Bitcoin’s…