Juniper (Juniperus) is a remarkable and ancient coniferous plant, valued across cultures and centuries for its wide array of medicinal, culinary, and spiritual benefits. This evergreen shrub or tree, characterized by its sharp, needle-like leaves and small, aromatic berries, has woven itself into the history of natural remedies and holistic practices. Beyond its striking appearance…
One of the most well-known figures in progressive politics, Congresswoman Maxine Waters (D-CA), is once again under public scrutiny, this time for serious infractions related to her campaign funding. After being found in violation of several federal campaign finance laws during the 2020 election cycle, Waters’ campaign committee, Citizens for Waters, has agreed to pay…
CC Chair to Brief Lawmakers on Media Ownership and Regulatory Concerns Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairman Brendan Carr is set to meet with members of the Republican Study Committee this week to discuss regulatory concerns involving a major investment in local radio stations. The closed-door session is expected to focus on media consolidation and the…
When I got home from work that Tuesday evening, all I wanted was five minutes of quiet and a sip of something cold. The kind of exhaustion I felt wasn’t just from deadlines and phone calls—it was the kind that settles deep in your bones when you’re trying to be everything for everyone. I had…
The Timeless Legacy of The Brady Bunch: Behind the Scenes of America’s Favorite Blended Family When The Brady Bunch first aired in 1969, few could have predicted the lasting impact it would have on American television and pop culture. The beloved sitcom, which chronicled the adventures and everyday challenges of a blended family with six…
John has visited my office for years. Same order, quiet nod. One of those guys you don’t think twice about until you do.Last week, I told him my girlfriend and I were going to Vietnam. Just talking. His face transformed completely. “I was there,” he said. Fall of Saigon. Orphaned kids were loaded aboard flights…
Country Star Hardy’s Fiery On-Stage Message: A Defense of American Pride During a recent concert, country music singer-songwriter Hardy took a bold stand that left fans cheering and the internet buzzing. Known for his down-to-earth lyrics and unapologetic patriotism, Hardy went beyond his usual setlist to deliver a passionate, unscripted monologue that captured the attention…
An Unwanted Guest I never thought I’d spend my twilight years under the roof of someone who barely concealed their disdain for me. Yet there I was—two weeks into living with my son Andrew and his wife Kate, in a house that never quite felt like home. My so-called injury had forced the issue, though…
Most of us can relate to being on the receiving end of other people’s opinions and questions when it comes to having children. Today, society has this silent pressure that you should have a good job, meet a partner, get married, and have children. Therefore, spouses who decide not to have kids must often have…
Three men have been confirmed dead and one remains missing following a devastating mudslide near Lillooet, B.C., according to RCMP. The slide, which occurred on November 15 on Highway 99 (Duffey Lake Road), was triggered by extreme rainfall and severe weather. B.C. Chief Coroner Lisa Lapointe reported that one body was recovered Wednesday, followed by…