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June 3, 1989 – BEIJING, CHINA - The government of China sent in troops to force pro-democracy protesters out of Tiananmen Square after seven weeks of occupation. The peaceful protestors had believed that the rapidly modernizing country was ripe for much overdue political and economic reform and were protesting in Tiananmen Square demanding elections. The extremely brutal Chinese Communist Party has never shared power and has never been shy about using deadly force against its own people. Instead...
The economic impact of tariffs: How local businesses can plan ahead Economic uncertainty affects everyone, but how do tariffs impact small businesses in particular? Recent news about import duties, interest rates, and taxes can feel like a roller coaster. Still, with preparation and agility, savvy business owners can make the most of whatever the economy brings. Square takes a closer look at how local businesses can continue to build customer loyalty and work to maintain profitability in the fac...
June 3, 2025 - TUSCALOOSA, AL - "Look to Girls State, And you'll find, Tomorrow's leaders of mankind", so goes one of the verses of the Girls Nation Song that over 400 delegates from high schools across Alabama were learning today at the annual convention of Girls State. A week long "God and Country" immersion into government and civics aimed at seniors in high school that is currently taking place at The University of Alabama. Indeed, the words of the Girls Nation Song ring true as Girls State...
June 5, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – Yesterday, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) spoke with Cheryl Mason, President Trump's nominee to be Veterans' Affairs Inspector General during her nomination hearing at the Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs. They discussed the role the Inspector General's office will have in combatting veteran suicide. Read Sen. Tuberville's remarks below or on YouTube or Rumble. TUBERVILLE: "Thank you, Mr. Chairman. Ms. Mason, thank you for being here. The Office of I...
June 6, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - In a unanimous decision, the U.S. Supreme Court has dismissed Mexico's multibillion-dollar lawsuit against the American firearms industry, dealing a blow to efforts to hold gun manufacturers accountable for cartel violence. The ruling, penned by Justice Elena Kagan, found that Mexico's legal challenge was barred by the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA), a 2005 law that shields gun makers from most liability. Mexico had argued that its lawsuit...
On June 6, 1944, the shores of Normandy bore witness to an unparalleled display of courage and sacrifice. The Greatest Generation, forged in the crucible of the Great Depression and steeled by the fires of World War II, embarked on an endeavor that would alter the course of history. These brave souls, hailing from towns and cities across the globe, stormed the beaches of D-Day with unwavering resolve and a fierce determination to defend the ideals of freedom and democracy. In the face of...
Small business AI adoption declines to just 28% Is artificial intelligence (AI) living up to the hype for small business owners? NEXT’s recent survey of AI tool adoption for small businesses shows that many are dialing back. Independent operators rely on AI tools to be more efficient, and they’re optimistic about its impact. But many more seem to have stopped incorporating AI into their business operations since they were last surveyed in 2024. And cost and complexity seem to be the bar...
Canva Movies and TV shows casting in Huntsville The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey. Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which movies and TV shows ar...
People participate in a Juneteenth celebration in Fort Greene park. Stephanie Keith // Getty Images The history and significance of Juneteenth Juneteenth—also known as Emancipation Day, Freedom Day, or the country's second Independence Day—stands as an enduring symbol of Black American freedom. When Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger and fellow federal soldiers arrived in Galveston, a coastal town on Texas' Galveston Island, on June 19, 1865, it was to issue orders for the emancipation of enslaved peo...
On June 4, 1942, one of the most decisive battles of World War II was fought. One of the largest naval battles of all time saw pilots from the United States battle pilots of the Navy of the Empire of Japan. On December 7, 1941 the Japanese Navy launched a carrier-based attack on the U.S. Navy base at Pearl Harbor. The United States was taken completely by surprise and much of the U.S. Pacific fleet was sunk. While the U.S. battleships were destroyed, by sheer luck there were no U.S. aircraft car...
May 30, 2025 – MONTGOMERY, AL – Alabama Supreme Court Justice Will Sellers (R) joined the Brandon and Christopher Show (BCS) Podcast to explain how the Alabama appellate courts works and the daily duties of a justice on the Alabama Supreme Court. Among the many topics discussed were new rules regulating commercials that lawyers make promoting their law practice. The Alabama Gazette asked about what made the new rules come about. "The Bar, like other professional groups, is self-policing and mem...
May 30, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) announced 21 Alabamians have accepted their appointment to a U.S. service academy. Senator Tuberville nominated these students to represent Alabama in the class of 2029 at one of the four service academies: the United States Air Force Academy, Military Academy, Merchant Marine Academy, and Naval Academy. This is Senator Tuberville's fourth round of appointments since assuming office and first group of appointments sinc...
June 5, 2025 - WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Robert Aderholt (R-AL-04) today issued the following statement in support of the Trump administration's decision to rescind Biden-era guidance that required emergency room doctors to perform abortions under the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA), undermining state pro-life laws: "I strongly commend President Trump and his administration for restoring clarity and integrity to federal law by rescinding the Biden administration's...
Canva Movies and TV shows casting in Birmingham The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities' Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of that journey. Whether you're a working actor or an aspiring one, you might be curious to know which movies and TV shows...
Libertarian political candidate and retired Auburn University economic professor John Sophocleus recently joined the Brandon and Christopher Show podcast. Sophocleus said that it is far too early to draw any conclusions about the effectiveness of President Donald J. Trump's (R) economic policies. Sopholcleus warned that high tariffs could lead to inflation; but that this is too early in the process to be making judgements about the effectiveness (or not) of President Trump's tariff hikes....
So all of the speculation is now over and he made it official this past week. United States Senator Tommy Tuberville announced that he is running to be the next Governor of the state of Alabama. It started off as a rumor and then a lot of talk and now he is for certain a candidate for the state’s top office. There may be some token opposition in the Republican Primary but with Lieutenant Governor Will Ainsworth taking his name out of contention, Senator Tuberville will undoubtedly be the GOP nom...
Is this why Americans have hit the brakes on the #vanlife dream? After a boom during the pandemic, Americans are no longer embracing vanlife with as much enthusiasm as they did during lockdown. Plenty of pandemic-era habits have stuck around — Zoom calls, grocery delivery, comfy pants — but living out of a van freely on the open road, it seems, has not had the same staying power. Vanlife represents the outdoorsy lifestyle centered around mobile shelters like camping trailers, recreational veh...
One key benefit that many people overlook when trying to maximize their Social Security benefits is the spousal benefit. Under Social Security regulations, an individual may apply for Social Security benefits based on the work history of their spouse. Social Security spousal benefits are granted to individuals who performed the important work of raising families and maintaining the family home, by allowing them to claim benefits based on their spouse's work history, Ryan Bisher Ryan & Simons...
May 29, 2025 - MONTGOMERY, AL – Governor Kay Ivey and the Alabama Department of Early Childhood Education (ADECE) on Thursday announced that 55 new classrooms will be funded through the Pre-K through 3rd Grade Integrated Approach to Early Learning (P-3) for the 2025-2026 school year. This expansion will increase the number of classrooms implementing the P-3 approach to 454 across 29 counties. The ADECE, in partnership with the Alabama State Department of Education, is working to align i...
6 money tips for recent grads When you graduate from college, you have an amazing opportunity to set yourself up for financial success. You'll hopefully be joining the ranks of the working world for the first time with a job that pays you a reasonable salary and makes full use of the degree you earned. And, while you may have student loans to pay back, options like debt consolidation and income-driven payment plans could give you the freedom and flexibility to pay them back on your own terms....
The stakes couldn't be higher! President Donald Trump's "big, beautiful" bill is the lifeline America needs, and Senator Tommy Tuberville is sounding the alarm: pass this bill, or the GOP will be obliterated in the 2026 midterms. Representative Ronnie Jackson is equally clear, roaring, "ALL Republicans MUST stand with PRESIDENT TRUMP and get this DONE for the American people!!" This isn't just a policy fight-it's a do-or-die moment for the Trump Agenda and the soul of our nation. Republicans,...
How to make meal prep easier and faster like Sarah Michelle Gellar For actress and entrepreneur Sarah Michelle Gellar, eating well has long been a priority. But, like many of us, she’s struggled to balance her health goals with the demands of a fast-paced career and a packed family schedule. “As a busy mom who's always working toward health goals, I was looking for a way to streamline my weekly meal preparation,” she says. That’s when she started using a meal planning tool to transform how she...
How AI is transforming manufacturing industries Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a future-facing concept in manufacturing. It is a present-day force accelerating productivity, precision, and decision-making across the industrial sector. As manufacturers adopt AI-driven systems to optimize operations and reduce downtime, these technologies are becoming central to the evolution of Industry 4.0, where data and automation reshape how products are made and maintained. This guide by 10X...
Texas lawmakers hear concerns about bill to require proof of citizenship for voting Democratic lawmakers and Texas voters spent nearly four hours at a legislative hearing on April 24 demanding to know how a GOP-backed bill to require citizenship proof from voters would work, and warning that it could disenfranchise eligible Texans. Houston voter Jacqueline Altman told members of the House Election Committee that it recently took her two days to obtain a copy of her birth certificate from the...
Hannah Leigh Barnes // Shutterstock Highest-rated Class of 2025 football recruits from Alabama The dust has finally settled on the Class of 2025 football recruiting cycle. As programs look at their finalized rosters, the future landscape of college football is beginning to take shape. From five-star quarterbacks making headlines to underrated defensive linemen poised for breakout careers, this class is loaded with game-changing talent. Stacker compiled a ranking of the best Class of 2025...
