Evidence Shows Syrian Rebels Behind Chemical Attack
Reports of a chemical weapon attack in Syria’s Aleppo Province last week provoked leaders and politicians to advocate more fiercely for the overthrow of the Assad regime, despite the...
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U.S. Involvement in Syrian War Becoming More Apparent
America's involvement in covert warfare in Syria is becoming more apparent as the Associated Press, among other mainstream media, has begun reporting about U.S. training and arming of Syrian...
School Cancels Honors Night to Avoid Hurt Feelings
A Massachusetts school principal has cancelled his school’s Honors Night in the belief that it would cause students who are not receiving an award to feel self-conscious and disappointed...
Man’s Home Raided After Son’s Facebook Picture Shows Gun
After seeing a photo of an 11-year-old boy holding a rifle on Facebook, New Jersey police and Department of Children and Families officials raided the home of the boy’s...
Democratic Budget Proposal Faces Further Criticism
After four years of operating without a federal budget, Senate Democrats unveiled a budget last week that ultimately calls for a $1 trillion increase in new taxes over the...
Texas Law Causes Decrease in Abortions
Since the implementation of sonogram laws in the state of Texas two years ago, Texas clinics have performed 10 percent to 15 percent fewer abortions. Researchers at Ibis Reproductive...
Oz the Great and Powerful: Not so Great
Oz the Great and Powerful is a fantastical prequel to The Wizard of Oz that delves into the story of the man behind the curtain. With strong elements of...
NYC Initiative Targets Earbud Headphones and Hearing Loss
There apparently is no limit to New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s Nanny State. In his latest public health initiative, Bloomberg is targeting earbud headphones. Bloomberg and NYC public...
Leaked E-mail Reveals White House Efforts to Make Sequestration Hurt
A leaked e-mail from the Agriculture Department has added substance to claims that President Obama’s political strategy is to make the sequestration as painful as possible to win public...
Costly School Lunch Regulations Continue
More federal regulations focused on school foods and drinks are expected to cost taxpayers millions of dollars. According to the American Action Forum, the regulations, which include caps on...
Push for Involuntary Detention of Mentally Ill Continues
The New York Times reports that advocates are seeking to make changes to mental health laws that would give agencies the power to detain those believed to be mentally...
More of the Same in Sequester Debate
As scheduled spending cuts are set to hit on Friday, congressional Republicans are continuing to clash with the White House on how to address impending cuts. Republicans are accusing...
85th Annual Academy Awards Celebrates Music in Film
Last night’s 85th Annual Academy Awards proved to be rather entertaining, particularly since there were a number of surprises and winning performances. ...
NYC to Round Up Mentally Ill Before They Commit Crimes
In its latest Big Brother endeavor, New York City has begun a program to round up the city’s mentally ill and ensure they are taking their court-ordered medications. The...
Texas Teen Wins Battle to Keep Her Unborn Baby
A pregnant Texas teen known only as R.E.K. has won the right to have her baby against her parents’ wishes after suing her parents, who were attempting to force...