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Special Coverage
Mississippi River Saltwater Intrusion Threatens Drinking Water, New Orleans Declares Emergency
A wedge of saltwater is forcing its way up the drought-stricken Mississippi River, threatening drinking water supplies.

Electric Vehicles Exposed to Saltwater Can Burst Into Flames, Authorities Warn
Electric vehicle batteries can burst into flames when they come into contact with saltwater, revealing a significant danger during times of natural calamities.
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McCarthy Backtracks on Stripping Ukraine Aid From Pentagon Funding Bill
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has reversed his stance on stripping Ukraine aid from the Pentagon spending bill and putting it to a vote as a standalone measure.
California Republican Party Leadership Calls for Unity Ahead of Fall Convention, Amid Platform Debate
With the national media spotlight turning westward ahead of the California GOP’s convention, debate has focused on proposed changes to the state party platform.
$188 Billion Pulled From Chinese Market
Over $180 billion is leaving Chinese stock markets. Is China's world market clout waning? This comes as an emerging investor sentiment is to "avoid China."
Healing Cancer With 3 Key Strategies: Insights From a Recovered Professor
Beyond conventional medicine lie many options for healing the body, mind, and spirit.
American Troops Living in Horrible Conditions, Face Risk of Diseases and Poor Mental Health: Watchdog
Service members were worried about contaminated drinking water, respiratory illnesses, personal safety, and the risk of sexual assault.
Some Reasons Why Lawsuits to Disqualify Trump Will Fail—Part I
The CREW lawsuit is one of several seeking to disqualify President Trump as an “insurrectionist” because of his actions in the wake of the 2020 election.
DeSantis Gives State Employees Paid Family and Maternal Leave in Florida
Florida state employees will now get paid maternal and family leave, in a decision by the governor and cabinet on Sept. 18.
Taiwan’s Defense Minister Flags ‘Abnormal’ Chinese Military Activities Around Island
His remarks came after Taiwan's Defense Ministry said that it was monitoring the CCP's rocket forces in Fujian province.
Biden Admin Orders States to Reinstate Medicaid for Half a Million People
The Biden administration has ordered 30 states to halt Medicaid disenrollments and restore coverage for some 500,000 people.
Editors' Picks
Editors' Picks
UAW Strike Deadlock Continues; Experts Warn on Repercussions
As the UAW strike standoff continues, experts say it will likely be long and lead to various economic repercussions
DeSantis Suspends School Choice at 4 Florida Schools With CCP Ties
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has directed the state's Department of Education to suspend availability of school choice scholarships to 4 schools with CCP ties.

G.K. Chesterton’s ‘Gold Leaves’
The autumn of life can bring us the wisdom to see an abundance of goodness and beauty in everyday events.
G.K. Chesterton’s ‘Gold Leaves’
The autumn of life can bring us the wisdom to see an abundance of goodness and beauty in everyday events.
US Regulators Reject Derivative Exchange's Plans to Offer Bets on Congressional Elections
The CFTC has denied a proposal by derivative exchange Kalshi to offer contracts allowing people to bet on the outcome of congressional elections.
Facing the Highly Mutated Variant BA.2.86: Strategies to Strengthen Your Innate Immunity and Guard Against Infection
Medical experts recommend increasing the intake of vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients to boost immunity to fight the new variant.
Epoch Readers’ Stories
Artwork of Biba Kayewich
"Biba Kayewich, the illustrator for The Epoch Times, is indeed the Norman Rockwell of our times."
County and State Fairs
For homeschoolers and all parents, this is a priceless opportunity for your children to take part in a community arts and crafts display."
Trump the Peace President
"Today the world is probably closer to an accidental nuclear conflict than at any time since the Cuban missile crisis."
An Argument for Term Limits
"The question is, how does one become a member of the elite?"
Inspired Stories
Empower the World with Your Story: Share Love, Inspiration, and Hope with Millions
Special Coverage
Special Coverage

Are Gummies a Good Way to Take Your Vitamins?
Gummy supplements have a treat-like allure—but is their their nutritional value and quality equal to their crafted visual and sensory appeal?

Are Gummies a Good Way to Take Your Vitamins?
Gummy supplements have a treat-like allure—but is their their nutritional value and quality equal to their crafted visual and sensory appeal?

Edward E. Hale's ‘A Piece of Possible History’
The Greek poet Homer and young Jewish David sing, respectively, stories of the world and the Creator who made it, in this short story.

Beauty is ‘Bestowed by the Divine’: Miss NTD Candidate Annie Li
'And the purpose was to enlighten human beings.'

‘Some Kind of Wonderful’: Young Love in the '80s
An exceptional coming-of-age cinematic experience that highlights social class differences in America.

‘In Harm's Way’: One of Preminger’s Lesser-Known Films
As a Navy captain, John Wayne's character deals with personal and professional tribulations after a fateful day in 1941.

In Photos: Storybook Schooners
The largest wooden boat festival in North America takes place every year in Port Townsend, Washington.

Edward E. Hale's ‘A Piece of Possible History’
The Greek poet Homer and young Jewish David sing, respectively, stories of the world and the Creator who made it, in this short story.

Some Washington, D.C., Museums You Might Not Know
Washington D.C. has an abundance of museums—some featuring history and others, quirky optical illusions.

Death Valley Sets Partial Reopening Date After Flood Damage
Death Valley National Park saw record breaking rain and is now open for visitors again.
Some Washington, D.C., Museums You Might Not Know
Washington D.C. has an abundance of museums—some featuring history and others, quirky optical illusions.