Stories from Washington DC · United States

Representative to Congress is retiring after this term. She previously confronted university presidents about anti-Semitism on campuses. Her book, 'Poisoned Ivies,' details these events. She will also appear at the Gold Coast Book Festival.

Authoritarian states employ statements that have a speech-suppressive effect due to their chilling impact. The United States appears to take steps forward and backward regarding free speech, citing examples like the assassination of an advocate and events at Cornell University.

Before 1910, less than 10% of U.S. homes had electricity. By 1955, nearly 100% of homes had electricity access. The Rural Electrification Act of 1936 contributed to this expansion.

The number of abortions has not decreased nationally, even with state-level bans in effect. National abortion rates have remained unchanged despite the implementation of state-level bans.

President Trump sharply condemned claims that the U.S. is not winning the war in Iran. He described such statements as treasonous, questioning the motives of those making them. The president stated that the radical left has no military left.

As of March 31, 2026, Treasury Bonds had an average interest rate of 3.392%. This data pertains to the average interest rates for the specified security description. This figure represents the current yield on these government securities. No further context on market conditions or implications was provided. The broadcast did not specify which country's treasury bonds or the timeframe for this average. The rate provides insight into the cost of borrowing for the government and broader market conditions.

The Biden administration, including President Joe Biden and Pete Buttigieg, has blocked the JetBlue-Spirit merger. The Biden Administration has blocked the proposed merger between JetBlue and Spirit Airlines.

A suggestion has been made to rethink the work week, referencing a shift that occurred in 1926.

Dozens of nations are opening their embassy doors on the first Saturday of May for an annual cultural showcase. Visitors can experience food, music, and traditional ceremonies. Events include Muay Thai fighting at the Royal Thai Embassy and a tea ceremony at the Japanese Embassy. Much of the activity will be concentrated along Massachusetts Avenue Northwest, known as D.C.'s Embassy Row. Foreign missions in Washington, D.C. The event features cultural demonstrations and food festivals, such as a Tobagonian food festival hosted by the Embassy of Trinidad and Tobago. Many of the participating embassies are located along Massachusetts Avenue Northwest.

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued a warning regarding toys that pose a potential choking hazard.