National Postal Museum Launches New Short-Form Video Series
“One Minute Wonders” Bring American History to Life in 60 Seconds The Smithsonian’s National Postal Museum has launched One Minute Wonders, a new series of short-form videos designed to make…
Padilla Statement on Trump Launching Major Strikes Against Iran
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) issued the following statement after President Trump launched preemptive strikes against Iran without Congressional authorization: “This decision to strike Iran without…
Due to the escalation with Iran, the National Security Council is calling on Israeli citizens abroad to take increased precaution at all destinations around the world
The escalation with Iran raises the probability that in the immediate future the Iranian regime will increase attempts to conduct attacks abroad against Israeli/Jewish targets. Given past experience, it is…
Iran Designated as a State Sponsor of Wrongful Detention
Statement from the State Department late yesterday. Today, I am designating Iran as a State Sponsor of Wrongful Detention. When the Iranian regime seized power 47 years ago, Ayatollah Khomeini…
Smithsonian Launches Regional Collaboratives, a National Initiative To Strengthen Community Partnerships Across the Country
First Project Kicks Off in Mississippi With a 10-Part Community Cultural Conservation Workshop Starting Feb. 27 As the United States commemorates its 250th anniversary, communities across the country are illuminating…
Rep. Laura Friedman Reacts to Arrest of Individual Responsible for Hate-Motivated Graffiti in Burbank
Hate crime occurred at Burbank Temple Emanu El LOS ANGELES, CA — Today, February 27, 2026, Representative Laura Friedman (CA-30) issued a statement in response to reports that the Burbank…
City of Burbank Announces Upcoming Study Session and Community Town Halls for Potential New Central Library and Public Plaza
Burbank, CA (February 26, 2026) – The City of Burbank invites residents to participate in a series of upcoming public meetings focused on the potential new Central Library and Public…
How Wearable Devices Can Influence Your Personal Injury Case In Columbia, SC
The silent witness to your accident might be strapped right to your wrist. In a modern legal claim, data from smartwatches and fitness trackers often provide a high-resolution snapshot of…
Is the Music of the Island of Cuba in the Colonial Period Truly Cuban or Hispano-Cuban?
A Critical Perspective from History By Yalil Guerra, Special to the Van Nuys News Press Clarifying Note: This article does not seek to call into question cubanía—either as an identity…
Science Fiction Readers Meet in Van Nuys, Local Library Hosts Monthly Book Club
VAN NUYS, CA — Aliens, robots, clones and androids are running amok in Van Nuys. At least they do once a month at the Van Nuys Branch Library, a branch…