Trump Says US Reached Tariff, Rare Earth Deals With China After Xi Meeting
The U.S. president said he will visit China in April 2026.
Alaska Airlines Hit by Disruptions Due to Microsoft Azure Outage
Shares of Alaska Airlines were down 2.2 percent in afternoon trading on Oct. 29.
Louisiana, Virginia Advance Redistricting Efforts
The moves come after the Supreme Court on Monday cleared the path for state redrawing of congressional maps.
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Stakes Rise as Shutdown Drama Nears Funding Cliffs
A deadline to fund the Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, or SNAP, could be powerful in bringing parties to the table.
Trump Directs Pentagon to Start Testing Nuclear Weapons Again
The president said the United States would begin testing nuclear weapons ‘on an equal basis’ with tests conducted by adversaries.
Trump’s New Surgeon General Nominee to Appear for Confirmation Hearing
Dr. Casey Means will answer questions from a Senate panel.
Here’s How Trump Can Leverage the CCP’s Greatest Vulnerability | Ambassador Sam Brownback
What if the most potent weapon that America has against the Chinese Communist Party isn’t nukes or tariffs?
Texas Telecom Company Discloses Cybersecurity Breach by Nation-State Hacker
The hackers remained in Ribbon Communications’ system undetected for nearly a year. The nation involved was not revealed.
Seoul Risks Crippling Key Industries, Economic Retaliation With Deeper China Ties: Analysts
China’s overcapacity is already damaging Korean firms, while experts note rising anti-China sentiment could also trigger domestic consumer backlash.
Ex-Army Sergeant Sentenced to 4 Years for Offering Secrets to China
Joseph Daniel Schmidt had top secret clearance before being discharged on mental health grounds.
Hegseth Says US Strikes Another Drug Boat in the Pacific
The latest strike announced by the administration in the Pacific comes amid a larger push to crack down on drug trafficking in the region.
Supreme Court Delays Ruling on Trump’s National Guard Deployment to Illinois
A federal district judge previously ruled that ‘the provocative nature of ICE’s enforcement activity has caused a significant increase in protest activity.’
Fruit May Help Shield Lungs From Air Pollution
New study finds that eating more fruit could help keep your lungs healthier in polluted cities.
Democrats Must Move to Center to Win Elections, Say Democratic Strategists
A new report details the leftward movement of the party and urges moderation, though some observers say bold leadership will matter more.
Senate Votes Against New Tariffs on Canada
Four Republicans joined with Democrats to vote against President Donald Trump’s authority to impose additional tariffs on Canada.
A Remarkably Effective and Safe Do-It-Yourself Option for Pest Control
This effective pest control option is safe for people and pets.
25 From 25: A Quarter Century of Great Movies—Part 4 of 5
As hard as it might be to believe, the 21st century will soon be 25 percent over.
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Trump Says His MRI Test Performed at Walter Reed Was ‘Perfect’
The president didn’t say why the test was performed. Trump, 79, is one of the oldest-serving presidents in history.
Netanyahu Orders New Israeli Military Strikes on Gaza
Netanyahu’s government has accused Hamas of violating the cease-fire after returning the partial remains of a previously-released hostage.
Republican Talk of Changing Filibuster to End Shutdown Ebbs
Many Republicans do not want to see the filibuster changed, something that Democrats pursued when President Joe Biden was in the White House.
Pancreatic Cancer: A Silent and Deadly Cancer–Signs to Watch For
Though only six inches long, the pancreas plays a vital role in digestion and blood sugar regulation.
Tune in Today: ‘Danse Macabre’ for Halloween
Saint-Saëns unveiled his musical version of this allegory of death in 1875. Today it is likely the classical piece most associated with Oct. 31.
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Mr. Li Hongzhi
Trump Says His MRI Test Performed at Walter Reed Was ‘Perfect’
The president didn’t say why the test was performed. Trump, 79, is one of the oldest-serving presidents in history.
Netanyahu Orders New Israeli Military Strikes on Gaza
Netanyahu’s government has accused Hamas of violating the cease-fire after returning the partial remains of a previously-released hostage.
Republican Talk of Changing Filibuster to End Shutdown Ebbs
Many Republicans do not want to see the filibuster changed, something that Democrats pursued when President Joe Biden was in the White House.
Laredo ‘Defund the Wall’ Mural Removed After City’s Funding Threatened
The mural in Laredo was painted in 2020 using private funds.
Air Traffic Controllers Ask Public for Donations as Shutdown Drags On
Controllers missed a paycheck this week. ‘How do they take care of their children?’ the union chief said. ‘That makes the system less safe.’
Lawmakers Criticize Pentagon’s Move to Cut US Troop Rotation Through Eastern Europe
The U.S. Army’s European component said the canceled troop rotation reflects ‘increased European capability and responsibility’ on NATO’s eastern flank.
Labor’s ‘Once-in-a-Generation’ Environment Bill Introduced, New Protection Agency Slated
Despite Labor’s urgency, the Senate has extended its inquiry into the bill to March 2026, delaying any chance of passage this year.
Winners and Losers of Patriots Trades
The New England Patriots made two trades on Tuesday. Here’s who made out as winners and who didn’t.
Matthew Perry’s Sister Reflects on Family’s Mission to Help Addicts Following Actor’s Death
Caitlin Morrison is launching residential recovery facility the Matthew Perry House in Ottawa in her brother’s honor.
Blood Pressure Medication Recalled Due to Possible Carcinogens
The recall involves prazosin hydrochloride, an alpha blocker that is used to treat hypertension but also PTSD in some veterans.
Understanding Kidney Deficiency: Symptoms and Ways to Improve It
In traditional Chinese Medicine, the kidney extends beyond the physical organ and refers to a broader energy system responsible for an array of functions.
If You’re Always Tired, Your Blood–and Diet–Might Be to Blame
Scientists may have found why 1 in 3 Americans feels sleepy all day.
Walking 4,000 Steps per Day Cuts Mortality, Cardiovascular Risk Among Older Women: Study
One to two days of the activity in a week is enough to achieve significant health benefits, a peer-reviewed study found.
Easy Roux-Less Gumbo Features Creole Spices, Chicken, and Sausage
This easy, one-pot version of gumbo will help save time on a busy weeknight.
While Postmodernists Embrace Fervour, This Painter Finds ‘Meditation’ in Every Precise Stroke
‘For two hours, everything else goes away, you just are so focused ... It is so good it’s almost a meditation,’ says watercolourist Anne Maree O'Brien.
The Kentucky Bourbon Trail Stop Where People Come for Whiskey, Stay for Burgoo
Elkhorn Tavern is named for the Town Branch of the Elkhorn Creek that runs alongside it.
