Trump Plans Executive Order to Shut Down Department of Education WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive order on Thursday directing the closure of the U.S. Department of Education, according to a White House official. The move follows through on a long-standing campaign pledge and targets an agency that has been a frequent focus of conservative criticism. The official, who requested anonymity ahead of the formal announcement, said the order will begin the process of dismantling the department. However, fully eliminating it would require congressional approval, since the department was established by Congress in 1979.…
Author: Kelly Whitewood
My Ex-Husband’s Fiancée Was the Last Person I Ever Expected Aaron and I had drifted apart over the years, but we stayed polite for the sake of our son, David. That evening, when Aaron came by to drop David off, my son was practically bursting with excitement. He went on and on about roller coasters and cotton candy, barely stopping to catch his breath. But Aaron? He looked off. He stood there, stiff and unreadable—his usual relaxed smile was nowhere to be found. I could tell something was wrong. “I’m getting married again.” We sat in the kitchen, and I…
One of the world’s busiest airports comes to a standstill. Heathrow Airport in London has been completely shut down following a major electrical fire that triggered widespread power outages—sending shockwaves through the global travel industry. With hundreds of thousands of travelers affected, experts warn the chaos could stretch on for days, with worldwide consequences. Explosion at a key electrical hub In the early hours of Friday, Heathrow’s official X account posted a grim update: “Due to a fire at an electrical substation supplying the airport, Heathrow is experiencing a significant power outage. To ensure the safety of our passengers and…
Carrie Underwood delivered a deeply emotional tribute to country music legend Randy Travis during the Grand Ole Opry’s 100th-anniversary celebration on March 19. Her heartfelt performance moved online fans and left many visibly emotional. Underwood honored Travis with beautiful renditions of his classic songs, “Three Wooden Crosses” and “Forever and Ever, Amen,” at the “Opry 100: A Live Celebration” event. The most touching moment came at the end of “Forever and Ever, Amen” when Underwood approached Travis in the audience. With a warm smile, she handed him the microphone, inviting him to sing the final “Amen.” Despite facing health challenges,…
After spending an extraordinary nine months in space, astronauts Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams were finally brought back to Earth on Tuesday, March 18. Originally arriving at the International Space Station (ISS) in June 2024 for what was supposed to be an eight-day mission, the duo faced a series of complications that kept them in space much longer than anticipated. In total, Wilmore and Williams spent nine months aboard the ISS. When they were eventually rescued and ferried back to Earth aboard the SpaceX Dragon spacecraft, they were immediately taken away on stretchers before stepping onto solid ground. Returning from…
After nearly nine months aboard the International Space Station (ISS), NASA astronauts Suni Williams and Butch Wilmore have safely returned to Earth. However, a detail from their post-arrival photos has raised concerns. An IV drip on her left arm The astronauts’ return, originally planned as an eight-day mission, was extended to an unprecedented 286 days due to technical issues. While their return aboard the SpaceX Crew-9 spacecraft was met with celebration, the photos taken during their medical evaluations have sparked worry among space enthusiasts. The astronauts, including Russian cosmonaut Aleksandr Gorbunov, 34, were immediately taken to a medical facility for…
Donald Trump stirred up attention by releasing thousands of classified documents related to the 1963 assassination of President John F. Kennedy. Many had expected explosive revelations, but the release has left people still searching for the truth that the president had previously promised. For decades, the public has sought the truth about what happened on November 22, 1963—the day 46-year-old John F. Kennedy (JFK) was assassinated. On March 18, the Trump administration declassified 80,000 documents related to JFK’s death, complying with the 1992 Kennedy Assassination Records Collection Act, which initially set a deadline for full disclosure in 2017. “We have…
Carrie Underwood recently appeared in a video for American Idol, showcasing her outfit for an episode. However, instead of focusing on her style, many online users speculated that she had altered her appearance. Over the weekend, American Idol shared a clip on Instagram featuring Underwood as she twirled to give viewers a full look at her ensemble. Dressed in a blue denim jacket with a zippered back and a large matching bow at the neck, she paired it with a ruffled black-and-white distressed denim skirt adorned with gold buttons. Completing the look, she wore stylish blue denim heels. View this…
Discussions online have sparked interest in Donald Trump Jr. and his girlfriend, Bettina Anderson, after their appearance at a recent event. Many have noted that Bettina bears a resemblance to Donald Jr.’s sister, Ivanka Trump. Donald Trump Jr. and Bettina made a stylish entrance at the amfAR Palm Beach Gala in Florida on March 15, 2025. While their elegant attire caught some attention, much of the online chatter shifted toward Bettina’s appearance and her similarities to Ivanka. Donald Jr. was dressed in a classic navy blue suit, paired with a crisp white shirt left slightly unbuttoned for a relaxed yet…
News anchors and TV presenters are bound to make mistakes from time to time—they’re only human, after all. But when newsreader Natasha Exelby was caught off guard during a live broadcast, the fallout was far more severe than anyone anticipated. An Unexpected On-Air Slip-Up Natasha Exelby never imagined she would become an overnight viral sensation—but one moment of distraction during a live news broadcast changed everything for the Australian journalist. It happened on a late Saturday night in 2017, during ABC’s 11:30 p.m. bulletin. As the cameras unexpectedly cut back to her, Natasha was completely caught off guard, engaged in…