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 Getty Images A federal judge’s ruling to block President Donald Trump’s deportation order targeting Venezuelan gang members in the country illegally has ignited fury among conservatives, with legal experts warning it marks an alarming expansion of judicial power. The criticism comes following U.S. District Judge James Boasberg’s ruling last week in which he issued a…

Dreams are often seen as messages from unseen forces, but some scientists argue they are just the result of brain processes during sleep. Dreams can reflect our day or our fears, and when we dream of a deceased person, it may relate to changes in our life, such as a new job or a move,…

Donald Trump recently commented on the budding romance between his former daughter-in-law, Vanessa Trump, and golf legend Tiger Woods. Speaking from the White House, Trump expressed his support for the couple, noting that he admires both Tiger and Vanessa. He also reflected on Vanessa’s past marriage to his son, Donald Jr., mentioning that external pressures,…

A simple park bench holds a certain kind of magic. It’s a place where time slows down, where conversations meander without purpose, and where two old friends can sit side by side, enjoying the quiet beauty of life. On this particular day, two elderly gentlemen found themselves in the perfect spot—not to solve the world’s…

Note: we are republishing this story which originally made the news in July 2017. Prom night took an unexpected turn when Eleanor Clarke, a high school student in the United Kingdom, stunned onlookers by flaunting a unique accessory – a chic silver clutch that turned out to be more than just a fashion statement. The…