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The reasons and methods behind flying flags at half-staff on Memorial Day

The reasons and methods behind flying flags at half-staff on Memorial Day

The Star-Spangled Banner continues to fly high. In keeping with tradition, flags are once again being flown at half-staff on Memorial Day, which falls on May 25th this year. This annual event pays tribute to U.S. soldiers who made the ultimate sacrifice, and it takes place in every state—from Hawaii to Texas, from Georgia to […]

Group linked to Collins creates a ‘red flags’ website aimed at Senate rival

Group linked to Collins creates a 'red flags' website aimed at Senate rival

A group linked to Senator Susan Collins (R-Maine) has set up a website that highlights “red flags” related to her Democratic challenger, Graham Platner. The fundraising committee, Pine Tree Results, cataloged various alleged missteps associated with Platner’s campaign aimed at dislodging Collins to gain pivotal Senate seats occupied by Republicans. “For over two decades, one […]

Pre-Revolution Iran Flags Not Allowed at World Cup

Pre-Revolution Iran Flags Not Allowed at World Cup

FIFA Bans Pre-Revolutionary Iranian Flag from World Cup FIFA has stated that the pre-revolutionary flag of Iran will not be allowed at this summer’s World Cup, citing a violation of its code of conduct. The original Iranian flag, which features a large lion and sun, shares the same colors as the current flag of the […]

Change in Atmosphere: Pro-Hamas Crowds and Palestinian Flags Missing from Eurovision Opening for the First Time in Two Years

Change in Atmosphere: Pro-Hamas Crowds and Palestinian Flags Missing from Eurovision Opening for the First Time in Two Years

Eurovision 2024: A Shifting Atmosphere Noam Bettan, an Israeli singer, received a warm reception at the opening event of this week’s Eurovision Song Contest in Vienna, Austria, on Sunday. However, the atmosphere was markedly different, with pro-Hamas demonstrators wearing keffiyehs and expressing hostility toward Israeli contestants, diverging from the more favorable receptions of recent years. […]

Lynnwood councilwoman proposes replacing American flags with pride flags in the park

Lynnwood councilwoman proposes replacing American flags with pride flags in the park

City Council Member Prefers Pride Flag Over American Flag A member of the Lynnwood City Council has expressed a preference for the Pride flag over the American flag. She raised questions about the 27 variations of the American flag displayed in local parks, suggesting that some represent “not good” aspects of American history. “The Pride […]

Riders stuck 200 feet high on Supergirl Sky Flight at Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Riders stuck 200 feet high on Supergirl Sky Flight at Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Ride Suspension at Six Flags Fiesta Texas Last weekend, some rather dramatic video footage surfaced, showing amusement park guests suspended nearly 200 feet in the air after a ride got canceled. This happened on the Supergirl Sky Flight, a swing ride reminiscent of a StarFlyer, at Six Flags Fiesta Texas in San Antonio on Sunday. […]

Philz Coffee will continue to display pride flags in stores despite backlash.

Philz Coffee will continue to display pride flags in stores despite backlash.

Philz Coffee is expressing regret over the strong backlash it received after announcing plans to stop displaying the Rainbow Flag in its stores. Initially, the San Francisco coffee chain faced criticism for its intent to remove Pride flags from its cafes. However, it has now reversed its decision and confirmed that it will continue to […]