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Houthi port seizure and pipeline strike escalate US-Iran proxy war
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DeSantis Offers Florida 'Asylum' to Juror in Clancy Case Amid Media Scrutiny
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis condemned media coverage of the lone holdout juror in the Lindsay Clancy murder trial and offered him 'asylum' in Florida after reports surfaced about his past domestic violence allegations.
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Mint Delivers 9/11 Memorial Coins Marking 25th Anniversary
The U.S. Mint handed over 2,983 specially marked half dollars to the National September 11 Memorial & Museum, commemorating the 25th anniversary of the attacks.
Technology
AI 'extinction' warnings ignite fresh policy clash on Capitol Hill
A former Anthropic researcher's viral warning that AI could destroy humanity has reignited a fierce debate in Washington and Silicon Valley over how to regulate the rapidly advancing technology.
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Contractor admits errors caused Lincoln Memorial pool liner failure
The contractor behind the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool renovation admits worker errors caused the liner to peel and blister, contradicting President Trump's vandalism claims.
Finance
Fed Rate Hike Odds Rise as Inflation Holds Steady Amid Iran Conflict
Fresh inflation data shows prices stuck above the Fed's target, making a rate hike next week increasingly likely even as President Trump pushes for cuts.
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Texas Judge Rules TikTok Misled Users on Child Safety Filters
A Texas judge ruled TikTok misled consumers about its content moderation for minors, clearing the way for a trial next month.
Politics
Bush Unveils 9/11 Paintings Marking 25 Years Since Attacks
George W. Bush shared new paintings marking 25 years since 9/11, including the moment he was told America was under attack. The art is on display at his Dallas center.
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GOP lawmaker urges Trump to rename Lake Erie 'Lake Pennsylvania'
Pennsylvania State Rep. David Maloney (R) has called on President Trump to rename Lake Erie as 'Lake Pennsylvania,' following the president's earlier renaming of Lake Ontario.
Healthcare
CDC declares end to record cyclospora outbreak tied to tainted lettuce
The CDC has declared the largest cyclospora outbreak in U.S. history over, with 12,883 cases across 21 states linked to contaminated lettuce from Taylor Farms.
Guthrie's Ireland trip highlights ongoing search for missing mother
Savannah Guthrie's upcoming Ireland trip with 'Today' coincides with the ongoing investigation into her mother's disappe
Clancy Juror Says Ex-Husband's Testimony Swayed Her Vote
Juror Paula Devlin says Patrick Clancy's refusal to speak ill of his ex-wife and testimony on altruistic filicide shaped
Trump's $5K Check Offer Draws Bribery Accusations from Right and Left
Trump's $5,000 check promise to voters if Republicans win Congress is drawing fire from conservatives who call it briber
Trump claims he could have spoken at NYC 9/11 ceremony, disputes reports
Trump pushes back on reports he demanded to speak at NYC's 9/11 ceremony, saying he's '99 percent sure' he could have if
Cruz backs Trump's $5K dividend only as tax refund for workers
Sen. Ted Cruz says he supports President Trump's $5,000 dividend proposal only if it's a tax refund for working American
House GOP braces for floor fight over Russia sanctions bill
The House will consider a sweeping Russia sanctions bill next week, but Speaker Johnson may lack the GOP votes to clear
The High Cost of Pushing Everyone to College: A Skilled Trades Crisis
A decades-long push to send all high school grads to college has saddled millions with debt and created a critical short
Gas Station Opioid Loophole Exposes Regulatory Failure
An opioid 13 times stronger than morphine is legally sold at gas stations. The FDA calls for a ban, but the DEA hasn't a
Existing Home Sales Plunge to 14-Month Low as Mortgage Rates Climb
Existing home sales dropped to a 14-month low in August as mortgage rates and prices surged, intensifying housing afford
NOAA: Summer 2026 Hottest on Record as Drought Spreads
NOAA confirms summer 2026 as the hottest on record in the US, with widespread drought and record temperatures across the
Wage Theft: The $50 Billion Crime Corporate America Gets Away With
Wage theft strips U.S. workers of up to $50 billion a year—more than all street crime combined. Weak enforcement and cor
El Niño forecast exposes U.S. disaster system's reactive flaws
With a record El Niño likely, experts warn the U.S. disaster system is too reactive. Funding and staffing gaps undermine
Mortgage Rates Hit 14-Month Peak as Treasury Yields Surge
The 30-year mortgage rate climbed to 6.76%, its highest in 14 months, as Treasury yields continue to rise. Existing home
Costco's Expansion Surge: 14 New Warehouses Set to Open by November
Costco is accelerating its expansion with 14 new warehouses slated to open by November, spanning the U.S. and Canada, as
August Jobs Surge to 162K, Easing Recession Fears Amid Fed Rate Debate
The U.S. added 162,000 jobs in August, far exceeding the 53,000 expected, with unemployment steady at 4.1%. The strong r
Singles Expect Partners to Earn Six Figures, Study Shows
A new study finds single Americans expect romantic partners to earn an average of $139,000 annually, with women expectin
Book Holiday Flights Now to Beat Price Surge, Expert Advises
As the holiday season approaches, travel experts recommend booking flights now to avoid price hikes and limited availabi
Rare 1894-S Barber Dime Could Fetch $1.5M at Auction: How to Spot One
A 1894-S Barber dime, one of nine known to exist, could sell for $1.5 million at auction. Here's how to check if your ol
9/11's Legacy: How the Attacks Reshaped America's Global Strategy
A quarter-century after 9/11, Stuart Gottlieb analyzes the enduring shifts in American foreign policy, from treating ter
UK-US Security Ties Remain Vital 25 Years After 9/11
British Ambassador Sir Christian Turner marks 25 years since 9/11, emphasizing the enduring strength of UK-US security c
Super El Niño odds surge past 90%, threatening global disruptions
The Climate Prediction Center now sees a >90% chance of a 'super' El Niño, potentially the strongest since 1950. Beyond
Sinjar genocide legacy: Early action, local trust key to prevention
A decade after the Sinjar genocide, Cudi Zerey argues that early warnings must translate into action, and protection mus
Sinjar Genocide at 10: Why Global Protection Still Fails the Yazidis
A decade after ISIS's genocide against the Yazidis in Sinjar, Cudi Zerey contends that the world still fails to protect
Trump Vows More Iran Strikes as Strait of Hormuz Tensions Spike
President Trump warned of more strikes against Iran as oil prices surged past $100 a barrel, with Tehran claiming attack