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Condoleezza Rice: With Iran War, Israel Has Never Been More Secure
Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice says the war with Iran has fundamentally reshaped the Middle East in America's favor, leaving Tehran weaker, Israel stronger, and President Donald Trump with a historic opportunity to secure long-term regional stability.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:53:22 EDTMan Charged With Bringing Bomb in His Carry-On Bag to California Airport
A man carrying what authorities described as an explosive device powerful enough to damage a plane, as well as a torch lighter, knife, zip ties, and other items, was arrested after trying to pass through a Sacramento International Airport security checkpoint...
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:19:01 EDTJobless Filings Hit Peak Since Iran War's Start
The number of Americans filing for jobless aid hit their highest level in four months last week, but layoffs remain historically low despite ongoing economic uncertainty brought on by the war in Iran.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:16:56 EDTTrump Admin Cuts Off Funds to Hawaii Medicaid Fraud Unit Over Lack of Cases
Hawaii's attorney general stands to lose around $3 million in federal funding to fight Medicaid fraud after failing to consistently bring criminal cases, the Trump administration said on Thursday, in an escalation of Vice President JD Vance's campaign against healthcare fraud.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:18:18 EDTTrump: GOP War Powers Rebels Should Be Ashamed
President Donald Trump blasted four House Republicans on Thursday after they joined Democrats in voting to limit his authority to conduct military operations against Iran.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:31:52 EDTReport: Texas Power Demand Up Five Times US Rate
Electricity demand in Texas grew 9% in the six months ended March 2026, nearly five times the U.S. average, driven by the rapid expansion of data centers and cryptocurrency mining operations in the state, according to data released by Hitachi Energy on Thursday. The Hitachi...
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:11:28 EDTTrump Accuses Dems of Trying to 'Steal' California Primaries
President Donald Trump on Thursday accused Democrats of trying to influence the outcomes of California's gubernatorial and Los Angeles mayoral primary elections by benefiting from late-arriving mail-in ballots.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:26:06 EDTUkraine's Attack on St. Petersburg Shocks Russia
A massive black cloud billowing above St. Petersburg's skyline after a Ukrainian drone strike sent an unmistakable message to Russian President Vladimir Putin: Nowhere in Russia is beyond Ukraine's reach.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:08:03 EDTMelinda Gates Gives $215 Million to Women's Health
Philanthropist Melinda French Gates will expand her giving to improve women's health globally, pledging another $215 million to support contraceptive access and maternal care, as well as initiatives aimed at middle-aged women, including further study of menopause.The new...
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:41:36 EDTNorth Korea Unveils a New Plant to Produce Fuel for Nuclear Weapons
North Korea on Thursday unveiled a new facility to produce nuclear bomb fuels, with leader Kim Jong Un announcing plans to bolster the country's nuclear forces "at an exponential rate."
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 06:51:00 EDTIsrael's Defense Minister: Military Operations in Lebanon Will Continue Despite Ceasefire
Israel's military will continue to carry out operations in Lebanon for the time being and will not be withdrawing from the country, Defense Minister Israel Katz said on Thursday, despite the announcement of a new ceasefire.
Thu, 04 Jun 2026 06:39:55 EDTTrump to Unveil Nearly $700 Million Plan to Boost Coal Industry
President Donald Trump is expected to announce nearly $700 million in new federal support for the coal industry on Thursday, using authorities under the Defense Production Act, a Cold War-era law that allows presidents to bolster industries deemed critical to national security.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 22:35:14 EDTVirginia Man Gets 15 Months for Threatening Grenell
Richard Grenell, President Donald Trump's envoy for special missions, said Wednesday he was rattled while giving a victim impact statement in court before a man convicted of sending a threatening message to him was sentenced to prison.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 22:36:47 EDTDOJ Opens Probe Into Arizona State DEI Programs
Arizona State University is under federal investigation over alleged diversity, equity, and inclusion practices, marking an escalation in the Trump administration's campaign against DEI programs in higher education.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 21:48:16 EDTRep. Ogles Blames Homophobic Tweet on Staffer
Rep. Andy Ogles, R-Tenn., said a staffer is responsible for a homophobic tweet his account posted that received bipartisan condemnation.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 21:04:08 EDTReport: Middle East War Threatens World Economy
The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) warned Wednesday that the Middle East conflict has become the biggest threat to the global economy, driving up energy costs, fueling inflation, and slowing growth as disruptions to oil and trade flows ...
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 21:14:46 EDTChina Spending Billions to Stop AI, Data Centers in U.S.
While China has been pouring billions into its own AI infrastructure and expansion, it may also be funding an equally expensive influence campaign here in the U.S. to oppose the building of data centers – critical to advancing the technology.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 21:05:52 EDTUSDA: Suspected New World Screwworm Case in Texas
Officials suspect that the New World screwworm fly has arrived in south Texas, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced Wednesday.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 20:50:51 EDTIsrael, Lebanon Agree to New Ceasefire
Israel and Lebanon agreed Wednesday to implement a new ceasefire but said it would require a "complete cessation" of fire by Iran-backed Hezbollah, according to a joint statement after U.S.-led talks in Washington.
Wed, 03 Jun 2026 20:48:47 EDTFloyd Family Furious Over Minn. GOP's Chauvin Tribute
The family of George Floyd is calling for an apology from the Minnesota Republican Party after delegates held a moment of silence at last weekend's convention for Derek Chauvin, the former Minneapolis police officer convicted of murdering Floyd.
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