Donald Trump and Barack Obama continue to trade jabs, with Trump recently mocking delays and cost overruns in Obama’s long-awaited presidential library during a May 6 meeting with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney. “He’s building his library in Chicago, and it’s a disaster,” Trump said, offering to help as a “really good builder.” The Obama…
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For my first Mother’s Day, I gently suggested brunch. My husband scoffed. My MIL sneered. “It’s for real moms,” they said. I was stunned. I’d carried Lily for nine months, endured 20 hours of labor, and spent sleepless nights nursing while they slept. But apparently, that didn’t count. Mother’s Day came. No flowers, no card,…
When Dad showed up at my door at 11 p.m. with a packed bag, saying he was divorcing my mom, I was shocked. But as the night went on, I realized something deeper was wrong. I was seven months pregnant and feeling blessed. Peter, my husband, and I were excitedly preparing for our baby. Mom…
Pope Leo XIV, 69, became the first American pope last week, continuing Pope Francis’s pursuit of peace. Leo, a lifelong member of the Church, also holds an unexpected academic background—he graduated with a degree in Mathematics from Villanova University, which has sparked widespread online interest. Born Robert Prevost in Chicago, Leo entered the priesthood at…
One year after 10-year-old Sammy Teusch died by suicide following relentless bullying, his father says it’s “disgusting” and “devastating” that no school officials have been held accountable. On May 4, 2024, after pointing out one of his bullies at his brother’s soccer game, Sammy took his own life the next morning. His father found him…
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When my husband Mark died suddenly, I expected grief—but not for our son, Tyler, to turn against me. At just thirteen, he shut down emotionally, lashed out, and blamed me for everything. Our once warm relationship became strained beyond recognition. As I juggled two jobs to keep us afloat, Tyler spiraled—failing school, fighting, and finally…
Trump’s Approval Ratings Remain Low in Early May As the first week of May ends, President Donald Trump continues to face low approval ratings. Recent polls tied to his second-term performance show little improvement. Polls marking Trump’s first 100 days of his new term on April 29 revealed growing disapproval, with approval numbers reaching historic…
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Trump’s Approval Ratings Remain Low in Early May As the first week of May ends, President Donald Trump continues to face low approval ratings. Recent polls tied to his second-term performance show little improvement. Polls marking Trump’s first 100 days of his new term on April 29 revealed growing disapproval, with approval numbers reaching historic…
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Our thoughts and prayers are with Willie Nelson during this difficult times… Willie Nelson is widely regarded as one of the most acclaimed living performers in the genre of country music Nelson has acted in over 30 films, co-authored several books, and has been involved in activism for the use of biofuels Nelson has been…
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Just weeks ago, Robert Francis Prevost was a little-known cardinal from Chicago. But on May 8, the 69-year-old emerged from the papal conclave as the new leader of the Catholic Church — Pope Leo XIV. Though his name had been floated, few expected his election. His chosen name drew attention too, evoking Pope Leo XIII,…
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