Year: 2024

North Korea’s regime vowed to take up its “toughest” policies against the U.S. at a meeting of the country’s ruling party last week. The Dec. 23-27 meeting featured top members of the Workers’ Party of Korea, including dictator Kim Jong Un. State media outlet KCNA said leaders condemned ongoing partnerships between the U.S., Japan and…

2024 was a big year for the music industry, with many new stars breaking onto the scene. Singers including Taylor Swift’s protégé Gracie Abrams and “Espresso” songstress Sabrina Carpenter had wildly successful debuts. Abrams scored her first No. 1 hit, while Carpenter had multiple hits which were labeled the songs of the summer, not to…

On Dec. 21, 1964, The Temptations released what is now considered to be one of the greatest love songs ever recorded. Smokey Robinson and Ronald White wrote and produced the classic Motown melody “My Girl.” It went on to become the group’s first No.1 single. It’s now part of the National Recording Registry. “I remember…

Smart home cameras have become a necessity. You already know they help keep an eye on what’s happening indoors and outdoors, even when you’re not home.  But while these cameras are undeniably useful, they also pose a privacy risk. A new study highlights outdoor security camera apps as some of the biggest collectors of user…

Choose your Most Memorable Election Moment of 2024.  Choose between President Joe Biden dropping out of the 2024 race for the White House, Vice President Kamala Harris on Special Report with Bret Baier, and Donald Trump surprising McDonald’s customers at a drive-through. Then see how your choice ranks and share the results with your friends….

Apple’s new Mail Categories in iOS 18.2 and later are here to help you take control and make managing your email a lot easier.  Let’s dive into how you can make the most of these new inbox features on your iPhone. First things first, let’s update your software to iOS 18.2 or later: GET SECURITY…

Witnesses to a deadly plane crash in South Korea on Sunday said they observed flames in the engine of the aircraft and heard explosions, according to a report. A Jeju Air flight skidded off a runway at Muan International Airport in the town of Muan, roughly 190 miles south of Seoul, and collided with a…

Years-long contract fights at media companies came to a head in 2024. Unions from the New York Times, NBC and Forbes issued warnings to leadership about their intentions during critical events for the company in recent months.  Here is a breakdown of some of the biggest moments:  The New York Times‘ ability to provide Election…

In addition to the trinkets or souvenirs you might buy when you travel this holiday season, consider that non-perishable food items are a great way to capture memories of your trips and also re-create the experiences you enjoyed.  Shelf-staple food items such as spices, nuts, coffee and spice blends can be packed in carry-on luggage,…