Arts commission approves Trump’s White House ballroom, clearing key hurdle

Washington — A commission that advises the federal government on architecture and the arts voted Thursday to approve President Trump’s overhaul of the White House East Wing, clearing a key hurdle before above-ground construction can begin on a new ballroom. Six members of the Commission of Fine Arts voted to give final approval of the

Here’s what’s in the Epstein files about former Prince Andrew

Years of accusations stemming from former Prince Andrew’s close friendship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein culminated Thursday in a moment long sought by survivors of Epstein’s abuse, when King Charles III’s brother was arrested. Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s arrest is related to suspected misconduct in public office, not his actions with young women linked to Epstein.

Puerto Vallarta-area timeshare was a cartel-run fraud engine, officials say

Kovay Gardens sells itself as a secluded retreat on Mexico’s Pacific coast: a private beach along the Bahía de Banderas, four pools spilling toward the ocean and beds dressed in Egyptian cotton. Guests are promised room service, buffet breakfasts and airport shuttles to the boutique resort outside Puerto Vallarta.  But U.S. officials say that behind

Trump Announces $10 Billion US Commitment to Board of Peace

President Donald Trump delivers remarks during the inaugural meeting of the “Board of Peace” at the US Institute of Peace in Washington, on Feb. 19, 2026. Saul Loeb/AFP via Getty Images WASHINGTON—President Donald Trump is hosting the first Board of Peace meeting on Feb. 19 in Washington, bringing together heads of state and representatives from

LIVE NOW: State Election Board Resumes Meeting Following FBI Raid on Fulton County Elections Office

The State Election Board resumes its meeting at 9:30 a.m. ET on Feb. 19 following the FBI raid on the Fulton County Elections Office. The board reconvenes after adjourning the previous day, continuing its first session since the federal investigation became public. Original News Source Link – Epoch Times