RARE PHOTOS: 16 - The Real Truth

Public confidence in higher education is plummeting, a new Gallup poll finds

Public confidence in higher education has plummeted over the last eight years, a new poll from Gallup has found, as tuition costs rise, enrollments dwindle and universities become increasingly politicized.

Tribune News Service · Jul 17, 2023

Morocco says Israel backs claim to disputed Africa territory

Morocco said Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu backs its claim to the disputed coastal territory of Western Sahara, a move that may help enhance relations following the U.S.-brokered restoration of ties three years ago.

Tribune News Service · Jul 17, 2023

US sends destroyer, F-35s to bolster Persian Gulf defenses against Iran

The U.S. is deploying a destroyer and fighter aircraft including F-35s to the Persian Gulf in response to Iranian seizures and harassment in and around the Strait of Hormuz, Pentagon spokeswoman Sabrina Singh said Monday.

Tribune News Service · Jul 17, 2023

Former Fox News star Tucker Carlson reportedly finds sponsor for Twitter series

Former television star Tucker Carlson reportedly has an advertiser for the video series he began posting on Twitter after being dumped by Fox News.

Tribune News Service · Jul 17, 2023

Dave Hyde: Messi is here — so rain and city and winless streak don’t really matter

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. — First came Inter Miami co-owner David Beckham shuffling down the runway like he needed a walker. He nearly slipped in the rain, then caught himself, showing the great ones never lose it.

Tribune News Service · Jul 17, 2023

Federal judge strikes down request to halt execution of Missouri man in August

A federal judge has struck down a request to halt the upcoming execution of Johnny Johnson in Missouri.

Tribune News Service · Jul 17, 2023

In the spotlight as FAA fight heats up: Sen. Mark Warner

Sen. Mark Warner joined fellow Virginia Democrat Tim Kaine and Democratic senators from Maryland in announcing they would oppose the chamber’s Federal Aviation Administration reauthorization bill if it adds long-distance flight slots to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.

Tribune News Service · Jul 17, 2023

Measure to censure Rep. Santos introduced in House

WASHINGTON -- Rep. George Santos, R-N.Y., faces another attempt from Democrats to hold him accountable in the chamber, this time with a censure resolution.

Tribune News Service · Jul 17, 2023

SEC’s Greg Sankey: Present pains represent future progress

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – To reach the main entrance of the Grand Hyatt Hotel where SEC Football Media Days are being held this week, the local DOT detours traffic three blocks north in a single lane traveling between concrete barricades, directs it into a U-turn, then brings it back three blocks…

Tribune News Service · Jul 17, 2023

Saquon Barkley and Giants fail to reach agreement before deadline

Saquon Barkley and the Giants didn’t reach a multi-year deal by Monday’s deadline. Now the worst-case scenarios are on the table.

Tribune News Service · Jul 17, 2023