Russian warship conducts live-fire exercise off UK as new PM Burnham reaffirms support for Kyiv
A Russian warship conducted a rare live-fire exercise off the British coast as the UK welcomed a new prime minister, adding to tensions between Moscow and Western allies.
On sidelines of Iran war, Israel is readying plans in case of escalation
As the U.S. and Iran continue exchanging strikes, Israel says it is prepared for a rapid escalation but, for now, is staying on the sidelines while monitoring developments closely.
Trump downplays Chinese election interference five days after describing breach of historic proportions
Days after accusing China of carrying out a massive election data breach, President Donald Trump downplayed the allegation, saying cyber activities occur on both sides and signaling no immediate retaliation.
US military identifies 2 soldiers killed during Iranian strikes in Jordan and 1 killed during drone detonation in Iraq
The Pentagon has identified three U.S. service members killed in recent attacks linked to Iran, as the conflict claims more American lives and raises hopes for renewed diplomacy.
Houston Turns Out—and Turns Up the Heat—for James Talarico
Democratic U.S. Senate nominee James Talarico spent a day in Houston making a direct appeal to Black voters, promising to earn—not assume—their support ahead of November's election.
US military slow to disclose Iran war injuries with officials citing security needs
Questions are mounting over the Pentagon’s delayed reporting of U.S. troop casualties as the conflict with Iran continues and new injuries and deaths emerge weeks after attacks.
Trump’s new 50% tariffs on Canada risk igniting a fresh trade war
President Donald Trump is imposing new 50% tariffs on billions of dollars in Canadian imports, raising the prospect of renewed trade tensions between the longtime North American allies.
Key Republicans skeptical as Trump administration scrambles for more defense money
The Trump administration is urging Congress to quickly approve billions in new defense funding for the conflict with Iran, but lawmakers from both parties say the Pentagon has yet to clearly justify the urgent request.
Trump administration makes it harder for immigrants on public assistance to get green cardsThe Trump administration is reviving an effort that will likely make it tougher for many immigrants to obtain
The Trump administration is reinstating a stricter "public charge" rule that could make it harder for some immigrants to obtain green cards—and advocates warn it may discourage eligible families from seeking essential public benefits.
Trump says Qatari-gifted Air Force One will be ‘maxed out,’ appearing to confirm security issues
President Donald Trump says the Qatari-donated Air Force One will soon undergo upgrades, acknowledging security enhancements are still needed after reports raised concerns about the aircraft's capabilities.
Gas prices back at $4 a gallon
Gas prices are back above $4 a gallon nationwide as escalating US-Iran conflict disrupts global oil supplies, with experts warning drivers could soon pay even more.
Trump alleged China took US election data. Its leader is still planning for a lavish state visit to the US
President Trump accused China of carrying out the largest election data breach in U.S. history, but his administration is continuing plans for high-level talks with Beijing despite the explosive allegations.
Prominent Cuban dissident to go into exile in the US
Prominent Cuban dissident and artist Luis Manuel Otero Alcántara is set to leave Cuba for the United States after completing a five-year prison sentence, ending years of imprisonment for his activism.
Trump says he’s holding Canada responsible for wildfire smoke and threatens higher tariffs
President Trump is blaming Canada for wildfire smoke choking much of the eastern and Midwestern U.S. and says the economic cost could be added to tariffs on Canadian imports.
Trump DHS using unverified figures to attack election officials on non-citizen voting
The Trump administration is intensifying its push to review state voter rolls, but election officials from both parties say federal claims about non-citizen registrations remain unverified and potentially misleading.

