Day: May 21, 2026

Polarization is seeping into the U.S. armed forces, raising concerns about impartiality, recruitment and civilian control, as experts warn politics is reshaping military culture.

Washington has named a new US special coordinator for Tibetan issues, signalling renewed focus on human rights and religious freedom in Tibet, Al Jazeera reports.

From solemn ceremonies at the National Mall to lively parades, concerts, and family festivals, here are the 13 standout Memorial Day weekend events across Northern Virginia and DC.

U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 rankings spotlight the District of Columbia’s top public middle schools, highlighting academic performance, equity, and student readiness.

The Association of the U.S. Army, featured in The Business Journals, is expanding its industry partnerships as defense contractors and tech firms seek deeper access to Army modernization initiatives.

The Washington Wizards matched a franchise low with their 16th straight loss, underscoring a season in disarray as mounting injuries, defensive lapses and late-game collapses fuel growing fan frustration.

U.S. prosecutors have charged three Malaysian state telecom officials with orchestrating a multimillion-dollar fraud scheme, alleging kickbacks, inflated contracts and misuse of public funds, Reuters reported.