Trump’s Cordial Handshakes with Tariff-Ruling Justices Mark Tense State of the Union

Supreme Court Delivers Major Blow on Trade Powers (Image Credits: Unsplash) Washington – President Donald Trump exchanged handshakes and brief words with several Supreme Court justices during his State of the Union address on Tuesday, days after he publicly condemned their ruling against his sweeping tariffs.[1][2] Supreme Court Delivers Major Blow on Trade Powers The Supreme Court issued its decision on February 20 in a 6-3 ruling that struck down most of Trump’s tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.[3] Chief Justice John Roberts wrote the majority opinion, joined by Justices Neil Gorsuch, Amy Coney Barrett, Elena Kagan, … Read more

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Texas Rep. Al Green Removed from Trump’s State of the Union Over Anti-Racism Sign Protest

A Silent Stand Against Recent Controversy (Image Credits: Upload.wikimedia.org) Washington – Rep. Al Green faced ejection from President Donald Trump’s State of the Union address on Tuesday night, marking the second consecutive year the Texas Democrat disrupted the high-profile event with a pointed protest.[1][2] A Silent Stand Against Recent Controversy Minutes into the speech, Green stood silently on the House floor holding a sign that declared “Black People Aren’t Apes.”[1] The message directly referenced a video Trump shared on his Truth Social account earlier this month.[3] The clip, which focused on election conspiracy theories, concluded with images depicting former President … Read more

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Partisan Divide Erupts at State of the Union Over Immigration Enforcement

A Bold Call Sparks Standing Ovation – and Silence (Image Credits: Pixabay) Washington, DC – President Donald Trump highlighted deep congressional rifts on immigration during his February 24 State of the Union address by urging lawmakers to stand in support of prioritizing American citizens amid his administration’s border crackdown.[1][2] A Bold Call Sparks Standing Ovation – and Silence Republicans rose quickly to applaud when Trump challenged the chamber: stand if you support Americans over illegal aliens.[3] The gesture underscored his renewed focus on border security following his 2024 election victory.[4] Democrats stayed seated, refusing to endorse the framing. Trump pressed … Read more

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4 Key Highlights from Trump’s 2026 State of the Union Address

America Gears Up for Its 250th Anniversary (Image Credits: Pixabay) Washington, D.C. – President Donald Trump presented his 2026 State of the Union address, focusing on pivotal national milestones and challenges facing the country. America Gears Up for Its 250th Anniversary The speech opened with a powerful nod to the United States’ approaching 250th anniversary, a landmark that underscores the endurance of the nation’s founding principles. Trump emphasized the historic significance of this milestone, set for 2026, as a moment for reflection and renewed patriotism. Lawmakers from both parties listened intently as he painted a picture of celebrations that would … Read more

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3 Pivotal Takeaways from Trump’s Record-Shattering State of the Union Address

Unwavering Confidence in Economic Revival (Image Credits: Media-cldnry.s-nbcnews.com) Washington, D.C. – President Donald Trump delivered a triumphant State of the Union speech on February 24, proclaiming the dawn of a “golden age of America” while engaging in sharp exchanges with Democrats.[1][2] Unwavering Confidence in Economic Revival Trump launched into his address with bold claims about the economy, setting a tone of unyielding optimism that dominated the first hour. He highlighted stock market records and falling prices, including a 60 percent drop in egg costs, as evidence of a historic turnaround.[3] The president credited his policies for more Americans working than … Read more

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Tariff Backlash Hits US Winemakers Hard One Year Later

Exports Plunge Amid Trade Tensions (Image Credits: Unsplash) One year after President Donald Trump imposed broad tariffs on imports, American wine producers continue to grapple with retaliatory measures that have eroded their overseas markets. Exports Plunge Amid Trade Tensions United States wine exports dropped sharply in 2025, falling 33.5 percent from $1.3 billion in 2024 to $850 million.[1] The steep decline marked a $428 million loss for the industry, with producers pointing to global trade disputes as a primary factor. Canada, once the largest market for American wine, saw exports collapse by 76.8 percent.[1] Monthly shipments that averaged tens of … Read more

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Beef Packers’ Dominance Fuels Outrage as Prices Climb and Jobs Vanish

3200 Jobs Lost in a Single Shift (Image Credits: Unsplash) Lexington, Nebraska – A Tyson Foods beef plant shuttered its doors last November, thrusting 3,200 workers into uncertainty while grocery store beef prices continued their steep ascent. 3200 Jobs Lost in a Single Shift Workers gathered in the lunchroom at the end of their shift on November 21, 2025, only to learn their positions had vanished. Constancio Perales, a 64-year-old employee with nearly three decades at the facility, expressed deep dismay. He had spent 25 years trimming bones from chuck steaks. The sudden announcement left many in tears amid the … Read more

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Salmonella Risk Triggers Tahini Recall in Alberta and Saskatchewan

CFIA Acts Swiftly on Test Results (Image Credits: Foodsafetynews.com) Alberta and Saskatchewan residents who enjoy tahini in their kitchens now face a health alert after Canadian authorities recalled a specific brand over possible bacterial contamination. CFIA Acts Swiftly on Test Results The Canadian Food Inspection Agency initiated the recall on February 18, 2026, following its own laboratory tests that detected potential Salmonella in the product.[1] Jabbour Export/Import Ltd. issued the recall as a Class 2 action, targeting products already in the marketplace. Officials updated the notice on February 24 to reflect expanded distribution details uncovered during their investigation.[1] No illnesses … Read more

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Australia’s Overlooked Gastro Pathogen: Researchers Push for Aeromonas Source Probe

Aeromonas Claims Second Spot Among Bacterial Culprits (Image Credits: Unsplash) Sydney, Australia – Researchers have identified Aeromonas bacteria as a major yet underrecognized driver of gastrointestinal illnesses, calling for targeted efforts to trace its origins in local environments and food supplies. Aeromonas Claims Second Spot Among Bacterial Culprits A recent study analyzed over 90,000 fecal samples from patients with gastrointestinal symptoms, revealing Aeromonas in 3.5 percent of cases.[1][2] This positioned the bacterium as the second most common after Campylobacter, surpassing Salmonella detections. Scientists employed both PCR testing and bacterial culture, detecting Aeromonas in 3,125 instances overall. The findings, published in … Read more

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Three States Advance Bills to Ease Raw Milk Sales Restrictions

Iowa Leads with Expanded Farm Sales (Image Credits: Foodsafetynews.com) Lawmakers in Iowa, Michigan, and Oklahoma recently moved forward with legislation designed to broaden consumer access to unpasteurized milk products. Iowa Leads with Expanded Farm Sales A House subcommittee in Iowa advanced House File 2444, introduced by Republican Rep. Chad Ingels.[1][2] The measure would permit sales of raw milk at farm stores for direct customer purchases. It also allows raw milk products to be sold at home processing or food establishments on the producing farm. Currently, sales remain limited to direct transactions from the farm to consumers.[1] Ingels described the bill … Read more

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