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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…
Europe prepares for wider war as Russia ramps up ‘hybrid threats’ beyond Ukraine
European governments are heightening defense preparations amid growing concerns that Russia is expanding hybrid warfare and provocations beyond Ukraine's borders. Incidents involving maritime and…
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…
WATCH: RFK Jr. speaks at conference for anti-vaccine group he founded
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. spoke at a conference held by the anti-vaccine organization he once chaired, telling attendees that the Trump administration supports their…
House passes Russia and Iran sanctions bill championed by Sen. Lindsey Graham
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a bipartisan sanctions bill targeting Russia and Iran, named in honor of the late Senator Lindsey Graham, and sent it to the president's desk. The legislation…
Karl Rove outlines his case against Bo French: ‘GOP’s stables need a cleaning’
Former Bush adviser and Republican strategist Karl Rove explained his decision to vote for a Democrat over Republican nominee Bo French in the Texas Railroad Commission race, citing French's…
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,…
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…
Sen. Mitch McConnell reappears on Capitol Hill after lengthy absence
Senator Mitch McConnell returned to the U.S. Capitol on Monday to cast his first vote after a three-month medical absence caused by a fall at his home in June. His return ends weeks of speculation…
‘Alligator Alcatraz’ suddenly shuttered following DHS auditor’s report
A state-run immigrant detention facility in the Florida Everglades, nicknamed 'Alligator Alcatraz,' was closed following a Department of Homeland Security Inspector General report. The audit revealed…
U.S. airman shot down in Iran recounts rescue mission: ‘God is good’
A U.S. Air Force colonel recounted to '60 Minutes' his survival and subsequent rescue after his F-15E fighter jet was shot down over Iran. The interview detailed his parachute descent into hostile…
Trump says Ukraine should halt Russian refinery strikes amid surging diesel prices
During a visit to Ireland, Donald Trump called on Ukraine to cease drone strikes on Russian oil refineries, pointing to rising global diesel costs and broader energy market pressures. The remarks…
Putin warns European troops in Ukraine would mean 'war with Russia'
At the BRICS summit, Russian President Vladimir Putin warned that any deployment of European troops to Ukraine would trigger a direct war with Russia. Concurrently, Chinese President Xi Jinping and…
Missouri’s high court finds top election official was in contempt in legal war over redistricting
The Missouri Supreme Court found Secretary of State Denny Hoskins in contempt for directing election officials to implement a disputed congressional map, though Hoskins quickly purged the contempt by…
9/11 then and now: Photos show how the World Trade Center area has changed
Media coverage surrounding the milestone anniversary of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks reflects on the long-term physical, cultural, and political transformation of the nation. Reports…
Trump: Iran conflict won’t end until after midterms, gas prices will fall after that
Donald Trump stated that the conflict involving Iran will not conclude until after the November midterm elections, predicting that domestic gasoline prices will fall shortly thereafter. His remarks…
Scoop: Anthropic whistleblower gave up his equity to leave the company
Anthropic researcher Jacob Coxon resigned and forfeited unvested equity to sound the alarm about catastrophic safety risks in rapid AI development. His departure has intensified debates among…
Daily on Energy: Oil surges above $100
Global oil prices have climbed above $100 per barrel following military strikes involving the U.S., Houthi rebels, and Iranian vessels. The sharp rise in Brent crude has led to surging gasoline and…
Hey, Germany. It’s legitimate to limit immigration
Recent political developments and electoral shifts in both Europe and the United States have intensified debates over national immigration controls. Commentators and political movements are…
Watch live: Trump to headline first GOP midterm convention
The Republican National Committee is hosting an unprecedented two-day midterm convention in Dallas, featuring Donald Trump as the keynote speaker alongside prominent party figures. The event is…
Trump posts map labeling New Mexico as ‘New America’ after online hoax
Donald Trump shared a map on Truth Social that crossed out 'Mexico' in New Mexico and replaced it with 'America,' teasing a renaming of the state. The post followed a debunked online hoax claiming he…
Germany's far-right AfD set for big win in eastern state, just short of majority
Germany's Alternative for Germany (AfD) has achieved a historic regional election victory, securing roughly 44% of the vote in an eastern state. Despite this commanding lead, the party fell just…
At least five people dead in Miami plane crash: Officials
An Amazon Air cargo plane overran the runway at Miami International Airport on Sunday afternoon, resulting in at least five fatalities and multiple injuries. Federal aviation officials and local…
Here's a look at 'reach' election races where Democrats hope to pull off House upsets
The provided reports highlight key political developments, including Democratic strategies to contest competitive House districts, bipartisan condemnation of personal attacks against Minority Leader…
Troy Jackson fires back at Susan Collins over relationship comment
Maine Democratic Senate candidate Troy Jackson criticized Republican Senator Susan Collins after she remarked during an interview that the mother of his children is his second cousin. Jackson accused…
Three dead, including suspect, in downtown Minneapolis shooting
A shooting at a downtown Minneapolis apartment building resulted in the deaths of two victims and the suspected gunman. Several other individuals, including three responding Minneapolis police…
Trump to speak on both nights of midterm convention in programming shuffle: Report
President Donald Trump has reportedly expanded his role at the Republican Party's upcoming midterm convention to deliver remarks on both nights rather than just a single keynote address. The schedule…
House Democrats vow repercussions for centrists who bucked Jeffries and helped GOP force socialism vote
House Democratic leadership is pursuing repercussions against centrist members who voted with Republicans to advance a procedural measure enabling a vote to condemn socialism. The unexpected…
DeSantis backs Byron Donalds for Florida governor after withholding endorsement
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis officially endorsed Representative Byron Donalds to succeed him in the state's upcoming gubernatorial race. The announcement was made during a Florida GOP forum in…
Mass. Sen. Ed Markey will defeat Rep. Seth Moulton in Democratic primary, AP projects
Incumbent Senator Ed Markey defeated Representative Seth Moulton in the Massachusetts Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate. The contest framed a battle between an 80-year-old progressive stalwart…
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…
Letitia James holding on to ‘anti-Trump resistance flank’ in latest whistleblower accusations: Tiana Lowe Doescher
A whistleblower from New York Attorney General Letitia James' office has reportedly alleged that staff were instructed to specifically target Donald Trump. The accusation has drawn sharp focus from…
Google Maps switches to "Lake America" as Canada compares change to SNL skit
Following an executive order by President Donald Trump renaming Lake Ontario to 'Lake America' for U.S. records, Google updated its Maps platform for domestic users to reflect the change. The…
U.S. strikes Iran to prevent Hormuz mine threat
U.S. forces launched targeted airstrikes against Iranian rocket launch sites on Larak Island to prevent the deployment of naval mines in the strategic Strait of Hormuz. The strikes mark the first…
NASA's newest space telescope launches on a quest to explore the hidden universe
NASA has successfully launched the $4.3 billion Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket from Florida. Named after NASA's first chief astronomer, the observatory will…
Nepal floods: Nearly 800 dead as rescuers try to reach tunnel workers
Catastrophic flash flooding in the Nepal-Tibet border region has killed nearly 800 people and left thousands missing, prompting desperate search-and-rescue efforts to reach trapped hydroelectric…
Google’s Obedience to Trump’s “Lake America” Order Follows a Depressing Pattern
President Donald Trump issued an executive order designating Lake Ontario as 'Lake America' amid escalating trade disputes with Canadian leadership. In response, Google Maps updated the body of…
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…
Embattled California Democrat to step aside as Dads Caucus chairman
Representative Jimmy Gomez (D-CA) has informed colleagues that he will not seek another term as chairman of the Congressional Dads Caucus. The decision follows allegations of sexual misconduct as he…
El Sayed has ‘no plans’ to campaign with Hasan Piker after antisemitism concerns
Democratic Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed stated he has 'no plans' to campaign alongside progressive Twitch streamer Hasan Piker following scrutiny over Piker's controversial commentary…
Former presidents honor Dolly Parton following singer’s passing
Country music icon and philanthropist Dolly Parton has passed away at age 80 following a brief battle with cancer. Former presidents from both parties, along with fans and media across the political…