Tom Joyce

Tom Joyce is a freelance reporter covering politics, sports and culture.

Government
Alabama gov signs law allowing death penalty for child predators

Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey has signed legislation to allow the death penalty for certain sexual crimes committed against young children, creating one of the strongest penalties in the country for… Read More

February 16, 2026
Government
FDA to consider banning food preservative used in rubber, plastic

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is weighing whether to ban a common food preservative used in rubber, plastic and glue. FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary said the agency will review butylated… Read More

February 16, 2026
Government
Senate Dems block legislation designed to help pregnant students 

Legislation requiring colleges to inform students of their rights and available resources during pregnancy stalled in the U.S. Senate after Democrats refused to advance it in a late January vote. The… Read More

February 12, 2026
Culture
Born at just 23 weeks, Derick Hall becomes Super Bowl champ

Seattle Seahawks linebacker Derick Hall played a key role in Super Bowl LX, helping his team beat the New England Patriots 29-13. It was one of the biggest moments of… Read More

February 10, 2026
Culture
UN agency calls for censorship of pro-lifers, labeling abortion opposition as ‘misinformation’

A United Nations health entity is calling on digital platforms and governments to restrict pro-life speech by redefining opposition to abortion as “misinformation,” a move directly limiting religious expression and pro-life advocacy. Read More

February 10, 2026