Good evening, and welcome to #ourCOG Daily Brief for April 1, 2026. In the U.S. today, the Supreme Court appears skeptical of altering birthright citizenship, despite President Trump’s efforts to reinterpret the Constitution’s guarantee. This comes as the U.S. is one of about three dozen countries offering unrestricted citizenship at birth, and the President even […]

It’s April Fools’ Day… You may have already been pranked, or are planning your own epic “gotcha.” As you enjoy, or endure, the day, remember the most foolish thing a person can do is to reject the reality of God’s existence. The idea that the cosmos ac…

Good evening, and welcome to #ourCOG Daily Brief for March 31, 2026. In today’s U.S. news, President Donald Trump’s executive action to pay TSA agents during a Congressional gridlock has sparked debate over the balance of power. Meanwhile, NASA’s Artemis II mission is poised to launch astronauts beyond low-Earth orbit for the first time in […]

Good evening, and welcome to #ourCOG Daily Brief for March 30, 2026. Globally, as tensions continue regarding the US-Iran war, Pakistan has emerged as a key mediator, leveraging its relationships with both Washington and Tehran, though its role faces significant challenges. Meanwhile, life in Saudi Arabia appears largely unaffected, with residents maintaining a calm demeanor […]

Good evening, and welcome to #ourCOG Daily Brief for March 29, 2026. In today’s top stories, Iran has issued a stern warning to the U.S. against any ground invasion, including strikes on universities, as diplomats convene in Pakistan for peace talks aimed at ending the ongoing conflict. Domestically, millions across the U.S. turned out for […]

Good evening, and welcome to #ourCOG Daily Brief for March 28, 2026. In U.S. news today, the Education Department is directing student borrowers enrolled in the SAVE plan to prepare for repayment, with loan servicers offering a 90-day window to select new repayment plans, part of President Trump’s initiative to end Biden-era student debt relief. […]

Good evening, and welcome to #ourCOG Daily Brief for March 27, 2026. In today’s top stories, we’re seeing shifts across the nation. The South is experiencing a demographic boom, drawing newcomers with its appealing lifestyle, though this is subtly changing local accents and culture. Meanwhile, Baltimore has made strides in combating violent crime through a […]