The Pour Over

A clear, concise walkthrough of what the TSA is and how it came to be after 9/11. A look back at airport security before federalization and why procedures still vary. An explanation of legal authority for searches and how air marshals and armed pilots fit into layered in-flight security. A practical discussion of TSA pay, funding, and how shutdowns affect staffing.

Coverage of two landmark verdicts fining a major social platform over teen harm and child safety. Iran rejects a U.S. ceasefire plan and sets its own conditions. A DHS funding standoff worsens TSA staffing and travel delays. Reports on alleged mishandling of classified documents and a high-profile narco-terrorism court appearance. Tech and entertainment moves close out the headlines.

A fatal LaGuardia plane crash and its aftermath are broken down. Conflicting claims swirl over U.S.-Iran negotiations and market reactions. MLB opening day and March Madness highlights get a quick roundup. Homeland security changes and ICE at airports raise policy questions. A Texas refinery blast and a Supreme Court hearing on late mail ballots round out the top news.

Congressional gridlock over DHS funding and multi-hour airport security delays. Tensions escalate with a vow to strike Iran’s power infrastructure and regional missile exchanges. Reality TV shakeup as a major dating show is canceled while a massive K-pop reunion headlines entertainment news. Natural disasters and notable public figures' passings make headlines alongside legal and press-access rulings.

They explain what crude oil is and how ancient life turned into hydrocarbons. They trace where oil sits in the ground and why proven reserves differ from top producers. They unpack the shale revolution and fracking that boosted U.S. output. They walk through refining, price benchmarks, OPEC+ influence, and the Strait of Hormuz as a choke point. They touch on renewables, costs for developing nations, and a few oil trivia nuggets.

Discussion of abuse allegations tied to a major civil rights leader. Rising oil and LNG prices as the Iran-Israel tensions strain energy budgets. Recap of March Madness surprises and a notable upset. WNBA wins a new collective bargaining pay increase. Reflections on social media, world happiness rankings, and recent policy and safety changes in government and aviation.

Coverage of the Iran war on its 19th day and the political fallout that followed. A nationwide extreme weather roundup with storms, tornado watches, heavy snow and heat waves. Sports highlights from the World Baseball Classic and the kickoff of March Madness. Quick takes on a major meatpacking strike, Cuba’s blackout, and surprising vinyl sales milestones.

Coverage of Iran-linked attacks and U.S. losses in Iraq. A breakdown of the standoff over the SAVE voting bill in Congress. Reflections on faith and prayer amid conflict. Highlights from the Oscars, including a big night for One Battle After Another. Updates on White House oil moves, FAA grounding, Cuba talks, and March Madness travel impacts.

A lively crash course on why Congress holds hearings and how they differ from trials. Short lessons on the types of hearings from legislative to confirmation. A quick history tracing hearings back to 1792 and their constitutional role. Plain talk about how Congress compels testimony and when proceedings go behind closed doors.

Discussion of the IEA releasing 400 million barrels of oil to ease supply disruptions. Updates from Paralympics highlights and a standout 83-point NBA performance. British Parliament votes to remove 92 hereditary lawmakers. Reports on a synagogue vehicle attack, deadly Midwest storms, and arrests tied to an embassy bombing.