Critics argue that accepting the gift from Qatar could create foreign influence and compromise U.S. decision-making in critical areas.

There is a buzz in the air as several hundred students from across the country and around the world will come together for the annual Scripps National Spelling Bee.

When graduates imagine possible speakers for their commencement, a Muppet probably doesn't come to mind. Yet, there is probably no one better to speak about a big leap than Kermit the Frog.