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4 Million Exit ACA Plans After Subsidies Expire, Enrollment Plunges 16%
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US and Iran Trade Strikes as Ceasefire Unravels Over Hormuz Incident
The US and Iran exchanged military strikes after a commercial ship attack in the Strait of Hormuz, testing a fragile ceasefire and raising tensions over nuclear talks and regional conflicts.
Politics
Obama's Promise Kept: A Reflection on Character and the Presidency
A long-time observer recalls Obama's 2008 promise and argues his presidency upheld character, temperament, and rule of law—values now tested in darker political times.
Politics
Vanilla Ice Concert at Trump's State Fair Nixed by Weather After Mass Artist Boycott
Vanilla Ice's concert at Trump's Great American State Fair was canceled due to weather, hours after he was the last artist standing following multiple withdrawals over political ties.
Defense
Trump Approves $700M Turkey Arms Sale, Boosting Erdogan Ahead of NATO Summit
Trump approved a $700M military sale to Turkey, praising Erdogan for avoiding the Iran conflict. The deal includes jet engines for Turkey's fighter program, sparking backlash.
Politics
Socialist Uprising in NY Primaries Threatens Both Parties, Warn Analysts
New York's socialist candidates, backed by Zohran Mamdani, swept Democratic primaries, alarming both parties and signaling a leftward shift in politics.
Defense
Vance: U.S. Wins Whether Iran Deal Succeeds or Strikes Escalate
Vice President Vance defended the administration's Iran approach, arguing the U.S. benefits whether diplomacy yields a deal or strikes continue. Oil prices have fallen, signaling progress.
Politics
Congressional Black Caucus Defends Jeffries After Slotkin's Call for New Democratic Leadership
The CBC publicly defended House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries after Sen. Elissa Slotkin called for new Democratic leadership, accusing her of enabling a racist administration.
Politics
California Appeals Court Upholds Harvey Weinstein's Rape Conviction, Orders Resentencing
A California appeals court upheld Harvey Weinstein's 2022 rape conviction but ordered resentencing, citing the trial judge's improper use of his overturned New York conviction.
Policy
Melania Trump’s Foster Care Savings Accounts: A Modest Change with Major Implications
First Lady Melania Trump's Fostering the Future Accounts allow child welfare agencies to open savings for foster children, a policy shift that could reduce homelessness and incarceration among youth aging out of care.
Utah Judge Holds Prosecutor in Contempt in Charlie Kirk Murder Case, Keeps Death Penalty Option
A Utah judge held a prosecutor in contempt for violating a gag order in the Charlie Kirk assassination case, but refused
Trump Endorses Letlow in Louisiana Runoff, Aiming to Oust Cassidy
President Trump endorsed Rep. Julia Letlow in Louisiana's Senate runoff, calling her a 'Great Star' as she faces state T
Democratic Establishment Gets Eaten by the Rage Monster It Fed
Socialist candidates routed Democratic establishment figures in New York primaries, chanting 'You're next!' at Hakeem Je
Bill Maher Presses JD Vance to Abandon Trump's Election Lies
Bill Maher confronted Vice President JD Vance over Trump's false election fraud claims, demanding the GOP stop alleging
Why Washington Should Stay Out of Online Sports Betting Regulation
The federal government has no constitutional mandate to regulate online sports betting. States are handling it well, and
Trump Airport Renaming: How Many US Airports Bear Presidential Names?
Palm Beach International Airport will be renamed for Donald Trump on July 9, sparking debate. He is the 13th president h
Disabled Veterans Eligible for Free TSA PreCheck Under New Law
The VETS Safe Travel Act, signed into law in January 2025, provides free TSA PreCheck enrollment to disabled veterans wi
Trump Escalates Trade War: 100% Tariff Threat Over EU Digital Tax on US Tech
President Trump threatened a 100% tariff on any nation that enacts a digital services tax targeting U.S. tech companies,
UC Irvine Slashes MBA Tuition by $48K, Citing Critical Need for Educated Workforce
UC Irvine slashed MBA tuition by up to $48,000, arguing the U.S. needs more educated workers as AI adoption surges and t
Trump Urged to Back Automatic IRA Legislation as 17 States Lead on Retirement
Up to half of U.S. private-sector workers lack employer retirement plans. Seventeen states have adopted automatic IRAs;
Screwworm Reemergence Exposes Gaps in US Agricultural Biosecurity
The New World screwworm, a flesh-eating parasite eradicated 60 years ago, has returned to Texas and New Mexico, with 15
New Bill Proposes $25 Minimum Wage, But Data Shows It Still Falls Short for Many
A new congressional bill aims to raise the federal minimum wage to $25 an hour by 2031, but MIT data shows that amount s
Deadline Nears: How Bank of America Customers Can Claim Part of $2.25M ATM Fee Settlement
Bank of America customers who checked balances at 7-Eleven ATMs between 2018 and 2021 may claim part of a $2.25 million
Limited-Edition July 4th Quarters Enter Circulation as U.S. Mint Marks 250th Anniversary
The U.S. Mint is releasing 250,000 special quarters with a 'July 4th' privy mark to celebrate America's 250th anniversar
Elon Musk's Trillionaire Status: Market Hype vs. Economic Reality
Elon Musk's trillionaire status reflects investor expectations, not realized wealth. The gap between market value and ec
Moody's Zandi: Spending Gap Widens as K-Shaped Economy Deepens
Moody's Mark Zandi reports that high earners now drive nearly 60% of personal outlays, widening the K-shaped economy gap
Alan Greenspan, Architect of Modern Fed, Dies at 100
Alan Greenspan, the longest-serving Federal Reserve chair of the modern era, died Monday at 100. His wife, Andrea Mitche
Fertilizer Costs Surge 40% Amid Iran War, Threatening Global Food Prices
Fertilizer prices have surged 40% since the start of the Iran War, threatening to raise grocery bills across the board.
Iran Strikes Bahrain Base Hours After US Hits Iranian Military Sites
Iran retaliated against US strikes by launching drones at Bahrain, home to the US Fifth Fleet, escalating tensions and t
Small Plane Crashes into Beijing's Tallest Skyscraper, Emergency Response Underway
A small plane crashed into Beijing's tallest skyscraper, the Citic Tower, on Friday night, prompting an emergency respon
Zelensky Urged to Avoid Netanyahu's Diplomatic Isolation as Great Powers Cut Deals
Ukraine's Zelensky should heed the cautionary tale of Israel's Netanyahu, who was sidelined as the US and Iran negotiate
Iran Faces Egypt in World Cup Decider Amid US Tensions and Travel Restrictions
Iran's national football team faces Egypt on Friday needing only a draw to reach the knockout stage, but must overcome U
UN Halts Hormuz Evacuation After Iranian Drone Strike on Merchant Vessel
The UN’s maritime agency suspended evacuations through the Strait of Hormuz after an Iranian drone struck a merchant ves
Cambodia Deports 19,000 in Sweeping Online Scam Crackdown Under New Law
Cambodia has deported nearly 19,000 foreign nationals and revoked 25 casino licenses in a sweeping crackdown on online s