Xi’s Lost Decade
A real estate bust the size of Japan’s, not yet halfway through. Xi holds the one tool that could break the spiral, and won’t use it.
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The Pig Doesn't Lie
The pig the Party once promised would stay cheap now costs more to raise than it sells for.
Trump Says U.S. Strike Killed Tren de Aragua Leader
Federal prosecutors previously charged him with racketeering-related offenses and alleged support for terrorist activities, while the U.S. State Department had offered a reward for information leading to his capture.
EU Countries Preserve Flight Delay Compensation Rules
The decision marks a significant victory for consumer advocates who opposed earlier proposals to increase the delay threshold before compensation becomes available.
Google Takes Legal Action Against Cybercrime Group
Google estimates that hundreds of thousands of individuals may have been affected by the scheme.
Canadian Mother Sues OpenAI Over Daughter’s Death
Court filings claim that the chatbot responded in ways that resembled a therapist and allegedly discouraged reliance on traditional mental health support resources during a series of conversations.
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.
Court Upholds Removal Of Trump-Kennedy Center Branding
The dispute began after a Trump-aligned board of trustees approved the name change last year.
Judge Allows UFC Event On White House South Lawn To Proceed
The lawsuit sought to halt construction and staging activities associated with the event.
Why Did Trump Pause A Proposed Mission To Seize Iran’s Uranium?
According to reports, the planning process accelerated as U.S. officials evaluated options for preventing Iran’s nuclear material from being used in a future weapons program.
Why Are Renewable Energy Groups Suing The Pentagon?
The lawsuit argues that reviews required for wind farms located on private land have been stalled for months, creating uncertainty for developers and threatening billions of dollars in planned investment.
Texas Shooting Leaves One Dead, Nine Injured Before Suspect Dies
According to local authorities, the attack resulted in 11 known victims. One person died at the scene, while at least nine others were transported to area hospitals for treatment.
The H-1B Fee That Has Two Federal Judges at War
Why the latest Massachusetts ruling against Trump's proclamation is built on shakier ground than it appears
Bitter ‘Harvest’: Don’t Scoff, Virginia, Over California’s Elections. We’re Not Far Behind
Former Virginia Attorney General Ken Cuccinelli, now president of the Election Transparency Initiative, pointed this out in a visit with me on my radio show (recording attached).
California Is America’s Banana Republic
It now describes California—the wealthiest subnational economy on the planet and America’s clearest example of institutional decay.
Pakistan Says U.S.-Iran Peace Deal Text Is Finalized
In a post on X, Sharif said Pakistan, which has served as a mediator between Washington and Tehran, is now working with both sides to finalize the remaining steps. He added that peace is closer than at any point since the war began.