US Blocked 100 Ships From Iranian Ports, Says CENTCOM
The United States started blocking commercial ships from entering and exiting Iranian ports on April 13.
US Urges G7 to Adopt Tougher Sanctions on Iran, While Europe Pushes to End the War
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the United States is ‘too often’ left alone in its determination to fight threats from Iran.
Highlights From the 2nd Batch of Declassified UFO Files Include a UAP Shootdown
The latest release includes video of an Air Force F-16 downing an unidentified object over Lake Huron.
Oklahoma Company Will Pay $4.25 Million to Settle Suit Over COVID-19 Vaccination Mandate
In 2021 the company ordered all employees to receive a COVID-19 shot without any exemptions.
AI Content Is Swamping the Internet—How It Impacts Critical Thinking
Under near constant exposure to AI output, experts say the dangers are real and the evidence is already showing up.
USTR Greer Says No Immediate Semiconductor Tariffs Planned, Emphasizes Sector Protection
The trade representative highlighted careful timing for any duties to support U.S. chip manufacturing resurgence.
US Forces Interdict Aircraft With Over 600 Kilograms of Cocaine
The illicit drugs have an estimated street value of roughly $76 million.
At Least 90 People Killed in Coal Mine Blast in China, State Media Reports
It’s the country’s worst mine disaster in over 16 years.
Poll: Readers Split on Trump–Xi Summit, but Overwhelmingly Distrust China
Readers were divided about whether they considered the trip to China a success for the United States.
How Cartels Force Children Into Prostitution, Drug Dealing and Even Killing | Rosi Orozco
Over the years, Orozco and the teams she works with have rescued more than 400 people, mostly minors.
Rubio Arrives in India for First Official Visit Ahead of Quad Talks
State Secretary Marco Rubio aims to discuss energy security, trade, and defense cooperation with senior Indian officials.
Can Your Cells Heal You? The Promises and Limits of Stem Cell Therapy
Stem cell therapy is a fast-growing but largely unregulated field.
Trump’s Primary Picks Keep Beating Incumbents: What Comes Next?
Trump-endorsed candidates keep beating politicians at odds with President Donald Trump. The general election will test how well that translates to all voters.
Tune in Today: Elgar’s Musical Love Letter
Born as a private love token for Edward Elgar’s fiancée, “Salut d’amour” became an international hit, yet earned the composer just 2 guineas.
Faith, Royalty, and Stone: The Cathedral of the Carpathians
In this installment of ‘Larger Than Life: Architecture Through the Ages,’ we visit Romania’s most storied religious landmark.
Shen Yun Closes a Season of Acclamation, Medals, and Sold-Out Houses
The classical Chinese dance company’s 20th tour drew generals, lawmakers, and sold-out crowds across five continents—often in defiance of Beijing’s pressure.
These People Visited the ‘Other Side,’ and Came Back Completely Changed
People who return from death don’t just believe differently, they live differently, and with a change that rarely fades.
The Mind of a Criminal, Up Close: TUTA’s Riveting ‘Crime and Punishment’
TUTA Theatre’s gripping revival of ‘Crime and Punishment’ transforms Dostoevsky’s classic into a chilling and intimate psychological thriller.
Trump Orders Federal Reserve to Review Fintech Companies’ Access to Payment Accounts
The order calls for integration of digital assets and financial technology into ‘traditional financial services and payment systems.’
Could Deep Blue California Elect a Republican Governor?
Gov. Gavin Newsom suggests Democrats have a ‘break-the-glass’ contingency plan to prevent Democrats from being ’locked out' of the governor’s race.
Federal Judge Orders White House to Comply With Presidential Records Act
The judge rejected a Justice Department legal opinion that deemed the act unconstitutional.
Key House Seats on the Ballot as Early Voting in Purple Nevada’s 2026 Primaries Kicks Off
Republican rivals will again vie for June 9 GOP berths to unseat incumbent Democrats in three Las Vegas-area congressional districts.
Ebola Risk in Congo Elevated to ‘Very High’ at National Level, WHO Says
At least 82 cases have been confirmed in Congo so far, including seven confirmed deaths.
Wall Street Review: S&P 500 Rallies for 8th Week, Dow Hits New Record High
The rallies come despite elevated bond yields and signs of an economic slowdown.
Panthers’ Derrick Brown: Critics ‘Don’t Want to Admit’ Bryce Young Is Emerging
The former first overall pick went from being benched in 2024 to leading the Panthers to the playoffs in 2025.
Stephen Colbert Ends 11 Year ‘Late Show’ Run With Celebration Instead of Politics
Last year, the comedian announced that CBS would be canceling the longtime program, citing financial pressure.
When CPAP Doesn’t Work—A Potential Pill for People With Sleep Apnea
A phase 3 clinical trial offers a choice to millions of Americans who cannot tolerate standard breathing-machine therapy.
A High-Protein Pasta That Nourishes Your Gut
This gluten-free chickpea pasta packs more protein and fiber than regular pasta in a dish worthy of your regular rotation.
Towel the Line: 6 Towel Exercises to Train Tricky Areas
Exercise equipment doesn’t have to be fancy. In fact, here are six excellent exercises that you can perform with nothing more complicated than a bath towel.
Colonoscopy: The Most Used Screening Test for Colon Cancer, Here Are the Benefits and Risks
There is ongoing debate about who should undergo a colonoscopy and when.
Blackened Tilapia
Blackened tilapia makes a super quick and flavorful weeknight meal. You can have it on the table in just 15 minutes!
Meet the Woman Behind the Italian Budget
Since childhood, Maria Rosaria Marino has been interested in economics, and graduated from La Sapienza, a renowned university in Rome, Italy.
Summer Travel 2026 Will Be Most Expensive in Years, Airlines Aren’t Backing Off High Prices
A new analysis of flight searches conducted by Points Path reveals that summer 2026 will be one of the most costly for consumers in a long time.
