Author: Andrew Rogers

The Trump administration is advancing plans for a Department of Education closure, announcing partnerships with other federal agencies to handle key programs. On Tuesday, the department revealed six agreements to transfer programs. The Department of Labor will take over elementary and secondary education programs and higher education grants. The Department of Interior will manage Indian education programs, while the Department of Health and Human Services will handle childcare and foreign medical accreditation programs. International education programs will be overseen by the State Department. A senior department official said oversight will remain with the Department of Education. Employees working on these…

Herefordshire has become the perfect stand-in for Stratford-upon-Avon in the new film adaptation of Hamnet. Scouts for the movie found the region’s half-timbered towns, crooked buildings, and welcoming inns ideal for recreating Elizabethan England. The film, based on Maggie O’Farrell’s bestselling 2020 novel, stars Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal and explores Shakespeare’s life during the plague and the death of his 11-year-old son, Hamnet, in 1596. Visiting Weobley, the charm of old England is immediate. Ancient churches, stone carvings, and historic tombs create an atmosphere that feels frozen in time. Walking through narrow streets, the timbered buildings seem unchanged for…

Dak Prescott threw for 268 yards and four touchdowns as the Dallas Cowboys defeated the Las Vegas Raiders 33-16 on Monday night. This was Dallas’ first game since the death of defensive end Marshawn Kneeland, who passed away earlier this month at age 24. Kneeland died on November 6. Before kickoff, Cowboys players and coach Brian Schottenheimer honored him with shirts and a moment of silence. Prescott, whose brother Jace died in 2020, said, “It was a blessing to be on the field. This is where healing happens for me. We love Marshawn and will continue to shine a light…

Teyana Taylor turned heads at ELLE’s 2025 Women in Hollywood event in a bold gold Balmain gown. The hooded dress featured a plunging neckline and a striking gold belt that emphasized her waist. She paired the look with gold strappy heels, leaving a lasting impression on the red carpet. The outfit marked a shift from her role as Perfidia Beverly Hills in Paul Thomas Anderson’s film One Battle After Another, where she sported baggy cargo pants and a flannel sweater. At the event, Taylor showcased a glamorous, confident side, proving her versatile style and red carpet appeal. In an accompanying…

The cost to rebuild Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge has more than doubled, and the project is expected to finish later than originally planned, Maryland authorities said Monday. The Maryland Transportation Authority now estimates the rebuild will cost between $4.3 billion and $5.2 billion, with an expected opening in late 2030. This is a two-year delay from earlier projections and more than double the previous $1.7 billion to $1.9 billion estimate. The bridge, a key route for traffic to the Port of Baltimore, collapsed after a cargo ship, the Dali, hit one of its pillars on March 26, 2024. Six…

Two human smugglers have been charged after a panga boat carrying migrants capsized off Imperial Beach, San Diego, killing four passengers, federal prosecutors announced Monday. The incident occurred amid rough surf on Nov. 14, when an argument reportedly broke out between the boat’s captain and several passengers. Customs and Border Protection agents were alerted to the vessel crossing the international maritime boundary and responded within an hour. David Alfonso Barrera Nunes, a Mexican national believed to be the captain, was arrested Saturday and charged in connection with the deaths of the four migrants. A second man, Luis Enrique Barreto Goitia,…

Dearborn, Michigan, Mayor Abdullah Hammoud addressed recent complaints from residents about a local mosque’s call to prayer, saying the issue is legally permissible and not a problem. Speaking on the Nov. 3 episode of the “Not From Here” podcast, Hammoud said the mosque’s calls, even as early as 5:30 a.m., comply with city ordinances regarding noise levels. He noted that calls to prayer have been part of Dearborn life for decades. “I would tell you is, you know, those complaining about the call to prayer, I mean it’s a very, very few,” Hammoud said. “We’ve done decibel readings at these…

President Donald Trump suggested Monday that a diplomatic path may be opening with Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, though he has yet to decide on direct military action. The comments come as U.S. forces continue to build a presence near Venezuela. Trump indicated he could speak directly with Maduro at a “certain time,” hinting at a potential resolution without resorting to bombs or ground troops. At the same time, he made clear his willingness to strike drug operations in other countries, including Mexico and Colombia. “We know their address. We know everything about every one of them,” Trump said of drug…

New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani announced Monday that he has reached out to the White House to arrange a meeting with President Donald Trump. The move signals a potential thaw in relations after months of sharp rhetoric between the two leaders. Mamdani, speaking at a Bronx food pantry, said the proposed meeting is part of a promise to New Yorkers. “My team reached out to the White House to fulfill a commitment I made to New Yorkers over the course of this campaign,” he said. The meeting is intended to address the city’s affordability crisis affecting housing, groceries, child…

President Donald Trump is set to welcome Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman to the White House on Tuesday in a highly orchestrated visit. Sources say the plans include a morning welcome ceremony and an evening formal dinner, highlighting the significance of the meeting. While the visit will have all the ceremonial trappings of a state visit, it is technically a working visit because King Salman remains Saudi Arabia’s head of state. The crown prince, however, manages most day-to-day affairs and attends diplomatic events as the kingdom’s de facto ruler. Trump has announced that the United States will sell…