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Houthis say they targeted Saudi capital with ballistic missiles
Yemeni Houthi forces launched ballistic missiles and drones targeting sites in Saudi Arabia's capital, Riyadh, with explosions reported near King Khalid International Airport. Saudi authorities…
Nato welcomes Greenland deal as Trump says it will give US 'permanent security control'
The United States, Denmark, and Greenland have negotiated an agreement to expand the U.S. military and security presence in the Arctic territory. While President Trump characterized the pact as…
Sunday Shows Preview: Trump bans 3 media outlets from White House; Parties make final cases as midterms approach
President Trump announced an immediate ban on reporters from CNN, MS NOW, and Politico, leading to the confiscation of their White House press badges on Saturday. The move has triggered significant…
Hegseth backs Trump on banning media outlets
President Donald Trump announced a ban on CNN, MS NOW, and Politico from White House press access due to what he described as unfavorable coverage, warning that other outlets could follow. Defense…
Trump rips ‘hostile’ Fed board after interest rate hike but defends Warsh
The Federal Reserve unanimously voted to raise interest rates by a quarter of a point for the first time in three years to combat rising inflation driven in part by conflict in Iran. In response,…
Sen. Mark Warner says U.S. can strengthen AI safety without losing race to China
Lawmakers and industry experts are debating the proper balance between artificial intelligence safety regulations and maintaining American technological leadership over China. While some emphasize…
Iran war powers resolution passes House with seven Republican defections
The House of Representatives passed a Democratic-backed war powers resolution in a 220-204 vote aimed at limiting presidential military actions in Iran. The measure succeeded with the support of…
Trump pushes back as AI leaders fuel calls to rein in rapidly advancing technology
Industry leaders like Anthropic's CEO have called for a slowdown and increased oversight in artificial intelligence development, citing rapid advancements and potential risks. In response, President…
Trump’s childhood home sells for nearly $2 million
During a visit to Dublin, Donald Trump broke from traditional U.S. neutrality by publicly stating he would like to see Ireland and Northern Ireland unified, prompting varied reactions from regional…
Trump says he would ‘probably’ be able to make deals with Democrats
Former President Trump stated that he could 'probably' negotiate deals with Democrats if they win control of Congress, while also pledging to act as a 'blocker' against their broader policy agenda.…
After landslide far-right victory, Germany asks: What just happened?
The right-wing Alternative for Germany (AfD) party achieved significant electoral gains in eastern Germany, intensifying national and European debates over the country's political direction. While…
Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia ignite fires at oil facilities and wound 73 people
Houthi rebel attacks on Saudi oil facilities caused multiple fires and injured 73 people, marking a sharp escalation in regional violence. The strikes follow weeks of intensified fighting between the…
Witkoff, Kushner meet with Putin to discuss Ukraine war
U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner met with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Moscow to discuss peace proposals aimed at ending the war in Ukraine. The three-hour meeting is part of a…
Prolonged Iran war creating major dent in global economy, Cliff Kupchan says
Recent exchanges of strikes between the United States and Iran have disrupted a fragile lull in the six-month conflict, raising concerns about potential blockades in the Strait of Hormuz. Experts…
Stephen A. Smith on Trump, Democrats and the politics of chaos
This news digest spans various political and policy developments, highlighted by cultural commentary on partisan dysfunction and administrative governance. It covers debates over federal involvement…
Trump implores Iranians to ‘rise up and fight’ as he shrugs off ‘worthless’ talks
Following recent U.S. military strikes against Iranian targets and tankers, President Trump urged the Iranian public to 'rise up and fight' while rejecting diplomatic negotiations as ineffective. The…
News Wrap: Friday marks 6 months since Iran war started
Friday marks six months since the U.S. and Israel initiated military strikes against Iran, passing the initial projection of a multi-week campaign. News outlets are reviewing the administration's…
Hegseth shuts down report he’s eyeing 2028 presidential bid: ‘100% false’
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth strongly denied media reports suggesting he is considering a 2028 presidential campaign, labeling the claims entirely false. Hegseth criticized the reliance on…
Rubio says US strikes on Iran paused ‘for the time being’ in lieu of economic war
U.S. officials have indicated that potential military strikes against Iran are currently paused as the administration shifts focus toward intensified economic sanctions aimed at Tehran and its major…
News Wrap: Wildfire forces evacuations near Reno
A fast-moving, human-caused wildfire known as the Hawk Fire has burned roughly 13,000 acres northwest of Reno, Nevada. Emergency officials have issued mandatory evacuation orders affecting an…