President Trump’s 2026 State of the Union focused on economic gains and national strength ahead of the midterms. Amidst partisan protests and civilian honors, the address highlighted falling inflation and the 250th anniversary of American independence, as described by Robert Rojas.
On January 24, 2026 Alex Pretti was killed by ICE agents marking the second ICE fatality that month. The agents claiming that Pretti was armed and resisting arrest. However contradicting stories from the agents and the Department of Homeland Security leads some to speculate what the correct way to handle the situation was. Learn more as told by Rebeca Funes.
The U.S. Supreme Court is reviewing a case that could have a lasting impact on school sports nationwide, deciding whether states can ban transgender from competing on girls’ teams. There has been debate over this topic due to physical advantages and fairness to cisgender girls. Learn more as told by Leila Gardner.
In December of 2025, the U.S. Department of Justice released thousands of pages of documents related to sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, dubbed the Epstein Files. However, with its release, instead of bringing clarity to the situation has brought frustration and criticism due to it’s heavily censored state. As told by Isabella Chavez.
With U.S. President Donald Trump showing renewed interest in the United States acquiring Greenland, Greenland’s prime minster made a blunt response, that if they were forced to choose they would choose Denmark over the U.S. The United States’ ambition for resources and Greenland’s denial has brought up tensions between the countries. Learn more as told by Belinda Bermudez.
This week, Miami and Indiana will face off in a highly anticipated football game. Victory for either team would mean taking home a national champion title, making the match highly anticipated. Read more as told by Leila Gardner.
The winter solstice marks the start of a brand new season, but the 2025 solstice was especially significant. On December 21st, the Ursid meteor shower marked the start of the winter season in a way many will remember for years to come. Learn more as told by Isabella Chavez.
Hanukkah, an eight day celebration in December is mainly known for it’s games, food, gifts, and candles but it’s purpose is to share the story about the Jewish people’s struggle for freedom. Learn about the rich history and culture of the Festival of Lights as told by Leila Gardner.
As the year is ending, Oxford, Cambridge, and Dictionary.com selected what they believe to be the word of the year. Cambridge chose parasocial, Dictoionary.com chose 6-7 and Oxford chose rage bait. Learn how these choices reflect where the world is at today and how people are reacting to it, as told by Andrinika Aimable.
Algae is often associated with algae blooms however algae is actually one of most important organisms on the planet, accounting for half of the worlds total oxygen production. With it absorbing carbon dioxide from the air, algae is one of the most effective solutions. Learn more as told by Marlon Bojorge.