International
Trump Administration Strips Syria's Terrorism Designation, Easing Sanctions
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Defense
Zelensky: Putin to Mobilize 300,000 More Troops, Kyiv Pleads for Patriot Missiles
Zelensky says Putin plans to mobilize 300,000 more troops, and Kyiv is pressing the US for Patriot missiles to counter Russian ballistic attacks.
Healthcare
Florida reports third Vibrio vulnificus death as Gulf cases climb
Florida has recorded its third death from Vibrio vulnificus in less than a month, with 17 confirmed cases across 12 counties as of August 15.
Politics
Paramount and California AG Cancel Merger Talks Amid Leak Accusations
Paramount and California Attorney General Rob Bonta canceled a scheduled meeting amid accusations that Paramount leaked confidential merger discussions, escalating tensions over the proposed Warner Bros. Discovery deal.
Healthcare
GLP-1 drugs show promise in curbing addictions, studies suggest
Emerging studies suggest GLP-1 drugs, widely used for diabetes and obesity, may also help curb alcohol and drug cravings, opening new avenues for addiction therapy.
International
US-Canada Trade War Deepens as New Tariffs Take Effect
The US-Canada trade war escalated Saturday as Trump's 50% tariffs on $20 billion in Canadian goods took effect, prompting Prime Minister Carney to promise dollar-for-dollar retaliation by September 8.
Politics
El-Sayed Distances Campaign from Piker's Jewish Remarks
Abdul El-Sayed, Michigan's Democratic Senate nominee, distanced his campaign from Twitch streamer Hasan Piker's controversial remarks about American Jews and Israel, saying 'nobody speaks for this campaign besides me.'
Policy
Alabama AG escalates multistate probe into OpenAI's Hugging Face breach
Alabama AG Steve Marshall issued a subpoena to OpenAI on Monday, intensifying a multistate investigation into whether the company's handling of a model breach at Hugging Face violated state consumer protection laws.
Politics
Prince Harry steps down from embattled African Parks board amid abuse scandal
Prince Harry has resigned from African Parks' board amid a scandal over ranger abuses, his second exit from an Africa-focused charity in over a year.
International
Bessent's 'Operation Economic Outcast' targets Iran's financial lifelines
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced 'Operation Economic Outcast,' a global pressure campaign to sever Iran's financial ties, warning nations of U.S. dollar system exclusion.
49ers Owner Jed York Pleads No Contest in Ohio Human Trafficking Sting
49ers owner Jed York pleaded no contest to disorderly conduct and possessing criminal tools after an arrest in Ohio tied
Why the Public Turned Against Data Centers—and What Trump Gets Right
Support for data centers has cratered as left-right populists target Big Tech. Trump backs them, but local opposition is
Hawk Fire explodes near Reno, forcing over 90,000 to evacuate
The Hawk Fire, which began Saturday, has grown to over 23 square miles and forced more than 90,000 residents to evacuate
Collins breaks with Trump on Canada tariffs, warns of Maine costs
Sen. Susan Collins (R-Maine) slammed President Trump's new Canada tariffs as a mistake, warning they will raise costs fo
Poilievre demands Carney reconvene Parliament as trade talks collapse
Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre demanded Prime Minister Mark Carney reconvene Parliament as trade talks with the U.
Vance touts Canada tariffs in Maine, Collins skips rally
Vice President JD Vance rallied Republicans in Maine, defending tariffs on Canada, while Sen. Susan Collins skipped the
America's Blind Spot: Why Washington Needs Economic Security Intelligence
Washington has been caught off guard by China's economic warfare. A new proposal urges the State Department to issue ann
Kennedy and Rollins to Unveil Trump's School Nutrition Push
HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins will detail new investments and policies fo
Landscaping Fatalities Surge, Ranking Among America's Deadliest Jobs
Federal data reveals landscaping has become one of America's deadliest jobs, with fatal injury rates jumping 60% over th
Trump Weighs Capital Gains Overhaul to Ease Housing Crunch
New capital gains tax reforms under consideration would index gains for inflation and expand home-sale exemptions, aimin
Olivia and Liam Reign Supreme for Seventh Year, Data Shows
Olivia and Liam remain the most popular baby names in the U.S. for 2025, marking seven consecutive years at the top. Sta
SNAP rolls fall 13% as new work rules bite, but admin snags blamed
SNAP enrollment fell 13% in a year, far outpacing government forecasts, as new work rules and administrative snags push
Bessent's Bond Buyback Fails to Calm Markets as 30-Year Yield Surges
Treasury Secretary Bessent's bond buyback failed to stem a surge in 30-year yields, which hit a 19-year high amid record
Treasury doubles bond buyback as 30-year yield hits 19-year high
With 30-year yields at their highest since 2007, the Treasury doubles its bond buyback cap to $4B, a move critics call a
State Farm Auto Policyholders to Receive Record $5B in Dividends
State Farm is sending a record $5 billion in dividends to eligible auto policyholders, with payments starting at $10 and
Gen Z's Crypto Faith Contrasts with Boomer Banking Loyalty
A new survey shows Gen Z and millennials are far more confident in crypto than older generations, with Gen Z also starti
Powerball's $1B jackpot shrinks to under $600M in 31 states after taxes
Powerball's $1 billion jackpot, the eighth largest ever, would shrink to under $600 million after taxes in 31 states. Wi
Powerball Hits $1B: Annuity vs. Cash Lump Sum Explained
Powerball's jackpot has hit $1 billion. Winners must choose between an annuity paid over 30 years or a cash lump sum. He
Bessent set to unveil sweeping Iran sanctions as Trump's 'economic D-day' looms
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will unveil new sanctions on Iran Monday, escalating the Trump administration's pressur
Trump's Taiwan Gambit: A Risky Two-Step with Global Consequences
Could Trump trade defense of Taiwan for a deal with Xi? South Korea's unease and Taiwan's political divisions complicate
Trump's Iran Sanctions Push Puts Beijing on Notice
President Trump's economic warfare against Iran puts China, Tehran's largest oil customer, in the crosshairs as Treasury
Carney: US Tariffs Are an 'Attack' on Canada, Trade Pact in Peril
Prime Minister Mark Carney said the US 'attacked' Canada with 50% tariffs, calling the new terms unfair and questioning
Vance's Ukraine Energy Warning Ignores Russia's Attacks on US Firms
Vance warns Ukraine over energy strikes, but Russia has repeatedly hit US corporate assets in Ukraine. Experts argue Was
Canada to Impose Dollar-for-Dollar Tariffs on US Goods Starting Sept. 8
Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada will match US tariffs dollar-for-dollar starting Sept. 8, targeting steel, dairy,