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Iranian Oil Trade Gets Temporary U.S. Approval Through August
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the move is part of a broader diplomatic framework aimed at advancing a long-term agreement between the two countries.
Why Did Strait Of Hormuz Shipping Slow Over The Weekend
Only 12 vessels passed through the strait on Sunday, down from more than 21 the previous day
Biden Seeks To Block Disclosure Of Sensitive Interview Tapes
The recordings, made in 2016 and 2017, could soon be provided to the Republican-led House Judiciary Committee unless courts intervene.
How Chevron Will Supply Energy To Microsoft’s Texas Data Center
The facility is expected to consume nearly 2.7 gigawatts of electricity, an amount comparable to the power needs of roughly 2 million homes.
Why JD Vance Says U.S.-Iran Negotiations Are Advancing
Vance said Iran had agreed to allow inspectors from the IAEA to return, describing the move as a major step toward preventing Iran from developing nuclear weapons.
A Progressive Star, Tone-Deaf To America
Ro Khanna has the credentials, the youth, and the timing. His immigration and Supreme Court positions suggest he learned nothing from 2024.
Trump’s Iran Deal: Americans Wanted Something Done Short Of Ground Troops, And They Got It
No nuclear weapons for Iran and a free-flow of oil should be U.S. bottom line in final talks.
The Pressure Trade
The memorandum is a pressure trade rather than a peace agreement, and Israel is the party with the most leverage to break it.
The Fed Decides Today In Warsh's First Test As Chair
A fourth straight hold is all but certain, so the focus falls on the dot plot, the dropped easing bias, and a new chair's tone.
Record IPO Sends SpaceX Market Value Above $2 Trillion
Investor enthusiasm fueled the remarkable debut, reflecting confidence in the company’s diverse portfolio of businesses that extend far beyond rocket launches.
SpaceX Completes The Biggest IPO Ever, Listing Today
The rocket maker raised about 75 billion dollars and debuts on the Nasdaq into a suddenly friendlier, risk-on market.
World Bank Says The Iran War Is Throttling Global Growth
The lender cuts its 2026 forecast to the weakest since the pandemic and warns of a deeper slump if energy supply worsens.
The Nation's Pulse: Americans' Top Priorities And The Direction Of The Country
Cost of living leads Americans' concerns by a wide margin, with the U.S.-Iran conflict now in the top three.
Trump’s Approval Ratings Remain Low As Voters Fret Over Economy, Inflation: I&I/TIPP Poll
Can Trump reverse his slump in time for fall's midterm elections?
Clearing Mines From Strait Of Hormuz Could Take Weeks
It is unclear how many mines Iran may have laid in the strait
SpaceX Heads For A Record Debut Into A Risk-Off Tape
The year's marquee listing aims for a 1.77-trillion-dollar valuation just as war and inflation rattle markets.
Ukraine Expands Drone Strikes Deep Inside Russia
Ukraine’s General Staff said it had struck the Saratov oil refinery on the Volga River, causing a large fire
Russia Starting To Lose Ground In Ukraine
Russia is suffering problems in its war against Ukraine that partly stem from a growing Ukrainian military strength: the use of medium-range drone attacks
Working Through College No Longer Works Like It Once Did
The gap between wages and higher education costs has widened sharply since 1970, raising fresh questions about affordability and student debt.
Many Degrees Aren’t Leading To Degree-Level Jobs
Criminal justice, performing arts, and liberal arts rank among the most underemployed majors, underscoring growing concerns about college ROI
Newsom’s 911 Debacle
California has an analog emergency warning system from the 1970s. There is broad agreement that the current system puts Californians at risk. Gov. Gavin Newsom proudly announced in 2019 that California would update its system.
JD Vance’s Chicken Coop Is About More Than Just Chickens
Recent estimates suggest roughly 11 million American households keep backyard chickens. That means the chicken coop behind the vice president’s residence is not unusual
Iranian Oil Trade Gets Temporary U.S. Approval Through August
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the move is part of a broader diplomatic framework aimed at advancing a long-term agreement between the two countries.
America At 250: The Roots Of America’s Greatness
We enjoy freedoms most people could only dream about. We have the strongest military in the history of the world. We have the most dynamic economy. We put men on the moon.
Iranian Oil Trade Gets Temporary U.S. Approval Through August
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the move is part of a broader diplomatic framework aimed at advancing a long-term agreement between the two countries.
America At 250: The Roots Of America’s Greatness
We enjoy freedoms most people could only dream about. We have the strongest military in the history of the world. We have the most dynamic economy. We put men on the moon.
Why Did Strait Of Hormuz Shipping Slow Over The Weekend
Only 12 vessels passed through the strait on Sunday, down from more than 21 the previous day
Canada Imposes Temporary Tariff On Canned Vegetable Imports
The measure, announced by the Canadian government on Friday, will remain in effect for up to 200 days while authorities investigate whether rising imports have caused harm to Canadian producers.
No Deadline. Endless Counting. No Trust.
Nine justices face a simple question: when does it end?
Trump Says Nothing — And Means Everything
Conflicting signals on the Iran war may be a deliberate strategy of strategic ambiguity.
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Trump’s Approval Ratings Remain Low As Voters Fret Over Economy, Inflation: I&I/TIPP Poll
Can Trump reverse his slump in time for fall's midterm elections?
The Blueprint
Trump has asked the Middle East to sign a single sweeping settlement with Israel, and one day perhaps with Iran. The structure he describes could take years to build, if it rises at all. But someone has finally drawn it.
The American Kill Line
The viral Chinese meme that explains everything wrong with Beijing's reading of America.