Capital punishment is once again atop the news. On January 25, Kenneth Eugene Smith, 58, was executed in Alabama by nitrogen hypoxia. Smith was convicted for a 1988 murder-for-hire. His death marked the first…
How much you will get with your Social Security varies depending on many factors, of which age is the most significant. The current retirement age is 67 and should you retire early, there are…
The wealthiest country in the world by gross domestic product, the United States has a relatively high standard of living. After climbing steadily for decades, the median household income in the U.S. is now…
Violent crime has been trending downward in the United States for decades. According to the FBI, the U.S. violent crime rate — a population-adjusted measure that includes incidents of robbery, homicide, and aggravated assault…
The North Atlantic Treaty Organization was formed in 1949 by 12 countries, including Canada, France, the United Kingdom, and the United States, to deter Soviet aggression in Europe. According to NATO, the alliance was…
The U.S. Congress is the least trusted government instituion by the American people. According to a recent poll by public opinion research company Morning Consult, a public opinion research company, only 39% of adults…
Tires are a bit like the water heater in your home. You use both every day, but you rarely think about either unless there is a problem. Your water heater doesn’t even receive a…
Covert air operations began in World War I with militaries attempting to reduce the visibility or sound of their aircraft. Technology in this regard has made leaps and bounds since the First World War.…
Violent crime has been trending downward in the United States for decades. According to the FBI, the U.S. violent crime rate — a population-adjusted measure that includes incidents of robbery, homicide, and aggravated assault…
There are several conflicts taking place today that capture the majority of media attention – the current war between Russia and Ukraine the Israel-Hamas conflict, and the attacks by Houthi Rebels in the Red…
Hot Topic is a great store to look for alternative clothing. You can find them at any mall or outlet center. They are very popular with anyone trying to stand out. In other words,…
For much of his first term in office, President Joe Biden has not fared well in public opinion surveys. During his first three years as president, Biden had an average job approval rating of…
The United States is one of only 17 megadiverse countries in the world. A megadiverse country features a broad array of plant and animal species. To be classified as a megadiverse country, a nation…
Violent crime has been trending downward in the United States for decades. According to the FBI, the U.S. violent crime rate — a population-adjusted measure that includes incidents of robbery, homicide, and aggravated assault…
One of only three countries where gun ownership is a constitutional right, the United States has some of the most permissive firearm laws in the world. With the exception of some modest revisions to…
