Check out this daily round-up of happenings in politics, government, foreign affairs, entertainment, culture, and more. It's a fresh take on the news with the signature witty edge of the "intellectually irreverent" New York Times #1 bestselling author, historian, and political pundit Dr. Larry Schweikart. The News of Today is the History of Tomorrow.
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Oil tankers are being redirected toward the U.S. Gulf, signaling a reshaping of global energy trade routes.
Iran reportedly halted petrochemical exports before later signaling the Strait of Hormuz reopening.
Potential diplomatic movement involving a U.S.-Iran agreement, possibly via Pakistan.
Legal and political controversies continue, including settlements tied to prior federal enforcement actions.
Local governance debates intensify over public spending priorities in major cities.
Millions of children enrolled in new tax-advantaged investment account programs.
Reports of multiple scientists linked to sensitive sectors going missing remain unverified but noted.
IN CULTURAL NEWS
New ID-related legislation restricts public funding for teachers’ unions.
Surveys and observations suggest renewed religious engagement among Gen Z.
IN TRANSOID NEWS
Reports of expanded access to gender-related medical services in certain jurisdictions, including for marginalized populations, remain politically contentious.
Learn more about Wild World of History, the premier site for the nation's top homeschool history curriculum based on the New York Times #1 bestseller, A Patriot's History of the United States, by Larry Schweikart and Michael Allen.
Partial ICE funding passes; TSA disruptions ease with ICE involvement and executive action
U.S. leverages control over Strait of Hormuz indirectly through insurance and naval authority
Iran strategy described as “coercive negotiation,” combining pressure with diplomacy
Europe pressured into alignment due to energy dependence and AI-driven demand
Concerns over emerging threats: 3D-printed weapons, security incidents, and violent crimes
Election integrity debates continue with recounts and ballot law changes
DOJ settlements, FBI actions, and fraud investigations ongoing across multiple fronts
Claims of institutional decline in Congress and continued strength of conservative movement
IN ILLEGAL CRIMINAL ALIEN NEWS
Courts continue to uphold detention of undocumented immigrants without bond
Public controversies over media and institutional responses to crimes involving undocumented individuals
Birthright citizenship debate remains unresolved but active in legal discourse
IN CULTURAL NEWS
Religious affiliation stabilizing or slightly increasing in the U.S.
DOJ investigating alleged discrimination in medical school admissions
AI increasingly seen as reshaping how humans think and process information
IN TRANSOID NEWS
IOC plans to introduce sex testing policies for upcoming Los Angeles Olympics
IN ECONOMIC NEWS
Rising costs concentrated in healthcare and higher education
Energy markets forecast potential price declines despite current volatility
AI boom driving massive infrastructure and energy demand
Mixed labor market with tech layoffs and AI hiring growth
Infrastructure concerns growing, especially in aging systems like sewage
IN INTERNATIONAL NEWS
Today's News, March 24-25, 2026
Episode 220
Thursday, March 26, 2026 • Duration 14:57
IN POLITICAL NEWS
• Pentagon complied with a court order on media access by relocating certain journalists to a separate media annex.
• The U.S. Supreme Court is hearing a case on whether late mail-in ballots should be counted.
• Reports indicate a former president advised another political figure not to run in the 2016 election.
• Over 400 TSA agents reportedly quit during a shutdown period, with ICE agents temporarily assisting at airports.
• Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signalled openness to a future presidential run despite mixed national support.
• Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard plans to redirect some CIA funding authority to her office.
• A historical analysis suggests Calvin Coolidge strategically navigated political divisions during his presidency.
• Speculation emerged linking Joe Kent to leaked communications involving activist figures.
• Investigations into hospice fraud in California continue with multiple arrests but few high-profile prosecutions.
• Election analyst Seth Keshel predicts the Supreme Court may support stricter ballot-counting timelines.
• Representative Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick faces scrutiny and potential disciplinary action over alleged fraud.
• Research claims coordinated advocacy networks influenced narratives following a high-profile political incident.
• NASA has revived plans related to establishing a long-term base on the Moon.
• Los Angeles approved roughly $2.6 billion in housing projects in high-cost neighbourhoods.
IN ILLEGAL CRIMINAL ALIEN NEWS
• The Eighth Circuit Court sided with the Department of Justice on federal authority to detain certain undocumented immigrants.
IN CULTURE NEWS
• Rapper Afroman won a legal case tied to a protest song after police attempted defamation claims.
• Retailers including CVS and Walmart reportedly use selective anti-theft display measures for certain cosmetics.
• The U.S. Department of Education has taken further steps toward downsizing or structural change.
TODAY'S NEWS, March 21-23, 2026 (Stacked!!!)
Episode 219
Monday, March 23, 2026 • Duration 21:50
IN POLITICAL NEWS
Strategic pressure by President Donald Trump reportedly prompts increased European willingness to support security operations tied to the Strait of Hormuz.
Rising inflation in Iran fuels speculation about internal dissent and potential negotiations.
Analysts including Victor Davis Hanson interpret geopolitical maneuvers as advantageous for U.S. policy objectives.
A United States Secret Service agent faces renewed suspension following security-review concerns tied to a prior incident in Pennsylvania.
Political controversies continue in local U.S. elections involving candidate scrutiny and immigration enforcement developments.
Representative Eric Swalwell withdraws legal action regarding alleged privacy violations.
Federal fraud cases tied to pandemic relief and corruption probes draw renewed attention.
Legislative deadlock in the United States Senate delays homeland-security funding, raising operational concerns.
Polling trends shift in several states as voter-registration numbers fluctuate nationally.
Communities link rising electricity prices to expanding AI data-center infrastructure.
Electoral outlook indicators present challenges for Democratic candidates in certain regions.
Former Special Counsel Robert Mueller is reported to have died at age 81.
A wedding-floor collapse in New Hampshire injures dozens in a mass-casualty incident.
Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez faces scrutiny over campaign expenditures.
A federal court orders California to pay legal fees to a gun-rights group following a Second Amendment ruling.
Immigration-enforcement officers assist airport operations during ongoing funding disruptions.
IN ILLEGAL CRIMINAL ALIEN NEWS
The Supreme Court of the United States is expected to address disputes over Temporary Protected Status policies.
Fiscal management controversies affect school districts in Santa Rosa.
IN ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
Disney announced layoffs as part of a broader shift toward tech-focused workforce restructuring.
IN MEDICAL NEWS
Public skepticism toward vaccines has increased, approaching roughly half of surveyed Americans.
AND FINALLY
Reports highlight reappearances of previously rare or missing animal species, alongside a long-lost pet being reunited with its owners.
Larry Schweikart
Rock drummer, Film maker, NYTimes #1 bestselling author
Learn more about Wild World of History, the premier site for the nation's top homeschool history curriculum based on the New York Times #1 bestseller, A Patriot's History of the United States, by Larry Schweikart and Michael Allen.
Learn more about Wild World of History, the premier site for the nation's top homeschool history curriculum based on the New York Times #1 bestseller, A Patriot's History of the United States, by Larry Schweikart and Michael Allen.
Learn more about Wild World of History, the premier site for the nation's top homeschool history curriculum based on the New York Times #1 bestseller, A Patriot's History of the United States, by Larry Schweikart and Michael Allen.
Learn more about Wild World of History, the premier site for the nation's top homeschool history curriculum based on the New York Times #1 bestseller, A Patriot's History of the United States, by Larry Schweikart and Michael Allen.
Learn more about Wild World of History, the premier site for the nation's top homeschool history curriculum based on the New York Times #1 bestseller, A Patriot's History of the United States, by Larry Schweikart and Michael Allen.
Learn more about Wild World of History, the premier site for the nation's top homeschool history curriculum based on the New York Times #1 bestseller, A Patriot's History of the United States, by Larry Schweikart and Michael Allen.
Learn more about Wild World of History, the premier site for the nation's top homeschool history curriculum based on the New York Times #1 bestseller, A Patriot's History of the United States, by Larry Schweikart and Michael Allen.
• Investment in data centers has surpassed spending on traditional office buildings.
• Mortgage rates rose amid Middle East uncertainty, leading to fewer loan applications.
• Juries in separate cases ruled against Meta over alleged harms linked to social media use and safety compliance.
• Chevron expanded offshore oil activity tied to refinery operations, while U.S. LNG exports are projected to grow.
• The federal government agreed to compensate an energy firm to exit planned East Coast wind projects.
IN INTERNATIONAL NEWS
• European policymakers are debating restrictions on natural gas usage amid health concerns.
• South Korea is preparing for potential oil market shocks.
IN MEDICAL NEWS
• Allegations surfaced that vaccine safety findings were edited during a previous administration.
• Scientist Robert Malone stepped down from an advisory committee following delays and authority concerns.
• A major legal case on government influence over social media moderation resulted in a victory for challengers.
AND FINALLY . . .
• A highly unusual homicide case involving competitive cornhole players drew attention due to extraordinary circumstances surrounding the alleged crime.
Larry Schweikart
Rock drummer, Film maker, NYTimes #1 bestselling author
Learn more about Wild World of History, the premier site for the nation's top homeschool history curriculum based on the New York Times #1 bestseller, A Patriot's History of the United States, by Larry Schweikart and Michael Allen.
Welfare-use statistics among immigrant households fuel political debate over immigration policy.
Plans emerge to commemorate explorer Christopher Columbus with new public statuary.
IN CULTURAL NEWS
The Supreme Court of the United States rules in favor of a preacher’s public-speech rights in Mississippi.
Continued population migration reshapes demographics across multiple U.S. states.
IN TRANSOID NEWS
A transgender athlete files suit against the Ladies Professional Golf Association over eligibility rules.
IN ECONOMIC NEWS
New York Governor Kathy Hochul acknowledges economic pressures linked to climate legislation.
Currency analysts forecast a potential rally for the U.S. dollar.
IN INTERNATIONAL NEWS
Australia’s Prime Minister faces public criticism during a visit to a mosque amid broader cultural tensions.
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy rules out holding elections during wartime.
Gulf states’ heavy reliance on desalination highlights regional water-security vulnerabilities.
Supply-chain risks emerge as Qatar restricts helium exports.
Controversial research on intelligence testing in Sub-Saharan Africa sparks global debate.
U.S. envoys reportedly engage in discussions with Hamas regarding demilitarization proposals.
Some NATO countries reconsider arms shipments to Ukraine amid shifting priorities.
Right-leaning candidates perform strongly in recent French local elections.
IN ENTERTAINMENT NEWS
Commentator Ben Shapiro reportedly sees declining audience metrics.
Cultural commentary reflects on declining Oscars viewership and the resilience of televised sports.
Documentary coverage of First Lady Melania Trump draws mixed critical reception, while actor Ryan Gosling’s film Project Hail Mary posts strong box-office results.
IN MEDICAL NEWS
Technology-platform support concerns arise following high-profile social-media account security incidents.
AND FINALLY
A malfunction involving a dancing robot in Japan goes viral, raising safety questions about public robotics demonstrations. 🤖
Larry Schweikart
Rock drummer, Film maker, NYTimes #1 bestselling author
Learn more about Wild World of History, the premier site for the nation's top homeschool history curriculum based on the New York Times #1 bestseller, A Patriot's History of the United States, by Larry Schweikart and Michael Allen.
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