New Fee Increase for Foreign VisitorsDonald Trump signed an executive order to raise entrance fees for foreign tourists at U.S. national parks. This change affects only parks that already charge fees and aims to prioritize American visitors. “America First” PolicyAt a July 4th rally, Trump said, “The national parks will be about America first,” and…
Tragedy Strikes Harber Family in Texas FloodsBlair (13) and Brooke Harber (11) tragically lost their lives during the devastating Hill Country floods on July 4, 2025. Their bodies were found 15 miles away, still holding hands. Their grandparents, Mike and Charlene Harber, remain missing. Parents’ Desperate EffortsStaying at a riverfront home in Hunt, Texas, the…
Gut Microbiota and HealthRecent studies show that gut microbiota can impact everything from mood to autoimmune diseases. Now, researchers are exploring its role in autism. Link Between Autism and Maternal MicrobiotaA study in The Journal of Immunology suggests a mother’s gut microbiota may influence a child’s risk of autism more than the child’s own microbiome. “The microbiome…
1. A Shared DreamAt sunrise, I watched Jake sleep, unaware of our financial stress. “I’m depositing the money today,” I told him. He smiled and dreamed of “a farm, fame, and a better school for our son.” I had just sold my parents’ lake house to fund our future. 2. The DiscoveryWe accidentally swapped phones….
Monica Lewinsky: Reclaiming Her Voice More than 30 years ago, 22-year-old White House intern Monica Lewinsky became the focus of a national scandal that derailed her life. Instead of beginning her career, she became “a figure of ridicule and public humiliation,” mocked endlessly by the media. At the time, Lewinsky didn’t fully understand the “abuse…
Texas Declares Disaster After Deadly Floods Catastrophic flooding across 15 Texas counties has killed at least 82 people, including 28 children. Among the victims was Richard “Dick” Eastland, 74, a beloved leader at Camp Mystic in Kerr County. He died on July 4 while trying to rescue campers from flash floods that hit the camp,…
Let’s be honest—most of us never give that tiny square or rectangular flap on our car’s front bumper a second thought. It’s just there, quietly blending in like a forgotten design feature. But surprise—this little flap isn’t just for looks. It serves a real and important purpose, and once you learn what it actually does,…
Eggs and Expiration Dates: A Common Dilemma Many people, especially older Americans, face the everyday question: “Are these eggs still safe to eat?” This small moment often brings up memories and debates. Some recall “the way your mother used to test eggs by smell,” while others find themselves in playful arguments with family members about…
At the MonumentPeople took selfies and smiled by the statue, but one man caught my attention. He sat in a wheelchair, hunched as if the monument’s weight pressed on him. His cap simply said “VETERAN.” Next to him, a weathered dog drank gently from a paper cup—no leash, no commands, just trust. He never looked…
Amid the devastating floods that swept through the Guadalupe River region in Texas, stories of remarkable courage have surfaced. One of the most powerful is that of 27-year-old Julian Ryan, a father of three. When flash floods overwhelmed his riverside home on July 4, he acted without hesitation. Julian helped his fiancée, Christinia Wilson, their…