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Tom Joyce

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

Politics
Marco Rubio asked to reject pro-abortion UN nominee

(Heartlander News) — Secretary of State Marco Rubio is facing pressure from Republican lawmakers to block a controversial nominee for a top job at the United Nations. A group of… Read More

April 1, 2026
Culture
Seattle Mariners release pro-fatherhood video 

As the Major League Baseball season gets underway, the Seattle Mariners released a new team video highlighting fatherhood and family life among players, offering a look at a clubhouse filled with new dads. Read More

March 30, 2026
Gender
International Olympic Committee cites fairness, safety in restricting women’s events to females only

(Heartlander News) — The International Olympic Committee (IOC) announced a new rule limiting women’s Olympic events to females, banning males who identify as transgender. Under the updated policy, athletes competing… Read More

March 27, 2026
Courts
Trans golfer sues LPGA after being denied entry to US Women’s Open qualifier

A male golfer who identifies as a woman has filed a lawsuit after being denied entry into a women’s tournament qualifier. Hailey Davidson sued the United States Golf Association, the… Read More

March 26, 2026
Culture
80th baby saved by Iowa’s safe haven law

A newborn girl has been safely surrendered under Iowa’s safe haven law, bringing the total number of infants surrendered there to 80 since the law took effect more than 20 years ago. State officials said the… Read More

March 24, 2026