Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, society, human interest and technology. Her stories hold a mirror to society, reflecting both its malaise and its beauty.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Nashville Waste Services, nearing a return to full residential trash collection service, is launching a “comprehensive multi-day ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The Trump administration deported about a dozen Iranian nationals on Sunday, marking the first known removal flight to Iran since ...

A helicopter flies low across the water at night before heavily armed figures rappel to the ground, take their positions and break down a door. It's not a trailer for a movie, a video game or a recap ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Another government shutdown is looming. This one could hit differently in the economy.