Columbian President Vows to Take Up Arms Against Trump

A former guerrilla leader turned president vows to grab his rifle again, staring down the world's mightiest military power over sovereignty and survival. Story Snapshot Colombian President Gustavo Petro, ex-M-19 guerrilla, declares he'll "take up...

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US Allies Applaud Trump’s Action Against Maduro

When American warships suddenly appeared in Venezuelan waters with over 4,500 Marines aboard, the world held its breath—but not everyone was alarmed by Trump's...

Deadly Superbug Invades 27 States – Medical Crisis

A new health threat emerges as a deadly superbug spreads across 27 states, challenging medical facilities nationwide. Story Snapshot Deadly fungus infects over 7,000 people in 2025. Hospitals and nursing homes grapple with drug-resistant infections. Superbug presence confirmed in 27 states. CDC monitors and tracks the outbreak's progression. Superbug's Alarming Spread Across the U.S. In 2025, a concerning health crisis unfolds as a drug-resistant and deadly fungus has infected over 7,000 individuals across the United States. This superbug's spread has been confirmed in 27 states, presenting a significant challenge for hospitals, nursing homes, and other medical facilities. The Centers for Disease Control...

CIA Drone Carries Out First Known Land Strike On Venezuela

The CIA just crossed a line that transforms America's shadow war on drugs into open military action on foreign soil. Story Snapshot CIA conducted first known drone strike on Venezuelan territory targeting suspected drug facility President Trump publicly confirmed the operation, breaking typical intelligence secrecy protocols Strike hit unoccupied coastal dock, causing major explosion but no casualties reported Operation represents significant escalation in US-Venezuela confrontations beyond economic sanctions Neither US agencies nor Venezuelan government has officially confirmed the incident Breaking Presidential Silence on Covert Operations President Trump shattered decades of intelligence protocol by publicly discussing what sources describe as a CIA drone...

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Iran President DECLARES War Against America

Iran's President has publicly declared his nation locked in "full-fledged war" with the United States and its allies, marking a dramatic escalation in rhetoric...

DOJ Sues D.C. Over CONTROVERSIAL AR-15 Ban

The Department of Justice's recent lawsuit against Washington, D.C., could redefine the Second Amendment rights in urban America. Story Snapshot The DOJ challenges Washington, D.C.'s ban on AR-15s as unconstitutional. Geography should not dictate constitutional rights, argues Attorney General Pam Bondi. The lawsuit relies on landmark Supreme Court cases Heller and Bruen. A new DOJ section focuses on gun rights as a civil rights issue. The Legal Battle Unfolds The Department of Justice filed a groundbreaking lawsuit against Washington, D.C., on December 23, 2025, challenging the city's stringent ban on AR-15s and other semi-automatic firearms. This legal move is rooted in the...

Vance Bodyguard BUSTED in Massive Scheme

A Secret Service agent tasked with protecting the nation's second-highest official allegedly orchestrated a charity fraud scheme so brazen it has investigators comparing it to the worst scandals in the agency's modern history. Story Snapshot FBI raided home of Secret Service agent on JD Vance's protective detail in early December Agent accused of misusing millions in charity donations meant for inner-city youth and domestic violence victims Investigation expanded to include interviews with more than a dozen Secret Service agents who donated to the charity Sources compare scandal to 2012 Cartagena prostitution incident, calling this potentially larger in scope Agent currently...

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Trump Axes 48 Ambassadors – Diplomatic Earthquake!

Trump's recall of 48 ambassadors is reshaping U.S. diplomacy and sparking intense debate over foreign policy direction. Story Snapshot The Trump administration recalls 48 ambassadors...

Popular U.S Distillery SHUTS DOWN 2026

Jim Beam's historic Clermont distillery falls silent for all of 2026, sparking fears of bourbon doom while hiding a bold upgrade strategy that could redefine Kentucky's whiskey empire.Story SnapshotJim Beam pauses distillation at flagship Clermont site for entire 2026 year to execute major upgrades.Production shifts to larger Booker Noe plant in Boston, Kentucky, maintaining output amid record 16.1 million barrels aging statewide.Bottling, warehousing, visitor center, and restaurant stay open at Clermont, with no layoffs announced.Fred B. Noe Craft Distillery on Clermont campus continues distilling, preserving some local production.Move reflects industry trend of modernization during bourbon boom, not decline.Clermont Distillery...

Trump ANNOUNCES Discount Drug Program – TrumpRX?

President Trump wields 100% tariffs like a sledgehammer to slash U.S. drug prices to match the world's lowest, forcing Big Pharma to cough up 80% discounts or face import Armageddon. Story Snapshot TrumpRx.gov launches as federal direct-to-consumer platform offering up to 85% off select drugs, bypassing insurers and PBMs. Executive Order mandates Most Favored Nation pricing, tying U.S. costs to cheapest developed nations. 100% tariffs hit imported branded drugs unless manufacturers agree to price cuts and U.S. investments. GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic drop from $1,350 to $350 monthly via TrumpRx, with more cuts coming. Deals with Pfizer, Eli Lilly, Novo...

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