4 Key Points From New White House Counterterror Strategy
The new strategy document lists cartels and violent left-wing groups, alongside Islamic extremists, as the three major terror threat categories.
Trump Says Talks With Iran Show Progress, Deal to End War ‘Very Possible’
The president says he has had good talks over the last 24 hours with Iran and it’s ‘very possible’ the two countries will make a deal to end the war.
Judge Allows Feds to Keep Seized Fulton County 2020 Ballots
U.S. District Judge J.P. Boulee rejected arguments from county attorneys that said the materials should be returned.
James Comey Faces New Indictment: What to Know
Former FBI Director James Comey is facing a new indictment from the DOJ. He’s accused of threatening President Donald Trump in a social media post.
Taiwan’s Ambassador on ‘Holding the Line’ Against CCP
Beijing action against Taiwan would spur a ‘crisis much larger’ than the war in Iran, Ambassador Yui said.
US Authorities Seize More Than 3,400 Pounds of Cocaine in Marine Operations
The seizures come as U.S. forces intensify strikes against narco-trafficking vessels linked to designated terrorist organizations overseas.
Chinese National Tied to Suspected Las Vegas Biolab Found Guilty of COVID Test Fraud
The verdict came after a years-long investigation into the man’s California-based scheme, but his involvement in a suspected biolab remains unresolved.
Chief Justice Roberts Says US Supreme Court Is Not Political
The justices sometimes make decisions that are unpopular, but they are based on the law, Roberts said.
Why a Taiwan Invasion Would Trigger Trillions in Global Losses | Ambassador Alexander Yui
Last year, Taiwan became the United States’ fourth largest trading partner—after Mexico, Canada, and China.
US Closely Tracking Hantavirus Outbreak Among Passengers on Stricken Polar Cruise Vessel
Serious hantavirus cases prompted medical evacuations as U.S. and international agencies launched coordinated response operations aboard a cruise vessel.
Why Doubt May Be Your Greatest Strength
Doubt isn’t a flaw to overcome; it’s a signal worth following.
Musk Companion, Former OpenAI Board Member Shivon Zilis Testifies in OpenAI Trial
Zilis addressed her role as a liaison between the cofounders during a power struggle that led to Musk’s exit.
Thinking About Thinking: A Review of ‘A World Appears’
Michael Pollan’s ‘Journey Into Consciousness’ is relevant to everyone.
Russell Senate Office Building: A Complement to the Capitol
In this installment of ‘Larger Than Life: Architecture Through the Ages,’ we admire a beaux arts building used by U.S. Senators and staff.

Alpha-Gal Syndrome: How a Tick Bite Triggers Sensitivity to Meat–Here Are the Causes
Unlike Lyme disease, AGS isn’t an infection, it’s an immune reaction.
UAE Says Iran Struck Oil Exporting Facility With Drone
Fujairah is the only oil exporting zone in the country.

A Property Tax Rebellion Is Emerging in America
Public K–12 school spending now exceeds $1 trillion annually, and citizen groups say they’ve had enough.
Rudy Giuliani Still in Critical Condition With Pneumonia, Spokesman Says
The former mayor of New York City is breathing on his own and battling respiratory complications from the Sept. 11 attacks, the spokesperson says.
Amazon Opens Logistics Network to Outside Businesses: What It Means
ASCS is a fully integrated, end-to-end logistics service that lets businesses use Amazon’s supply chain to move, store, and deliver products.

How States Are Implementing Medicaid Work Requirements
About 18.5 million people will be subject to the requirement each year starting in 2027, according to the Congressional Budget Office.

Hotel Bookings Fall Below Expectations in US World Cup Host Cities
Hotel operators in several host cities described the soccer tournament as a ‘non-event’ for bookings.

Lakers’ Luka Doncic Breaks Silence on Lingering Injury in Playoffs
Doncic says he is improving steadily but remains cautious after previously returning too quickly from earlier injury setbacks.

Blake Lively Walks Away Without Payout in Justin Baldoni Settlement; One Motion Remains
Despite reaching a settlement and avoiding trial, the actress is seeking attorneys’ fees and damages from Baldoni after his failed defamation suit against her.

On the Ball: 5 Beneficial Ball Exercises You Can Perform Anywhere
Object-directed exercises and activities are big in the rehab world. Balls are a favorite tool.
Digital Detox: A Cure to the Never-Ending Stress and Overstimulation
Phones and technology, so mundane in our lives, may be quietly robbing us of things we didn’t know we needed—until stepping away.

The Racing Heartbeats You Need to Pay Attention To
Knowing what signs to watch for can be the difference between life and potential death.
Homemade Mayonnaise Without Seed Oils–Plus an Herbed Variation
Ready in minutes with simple ingredients, this creamy homemade mayo lets you skip the industrial seed oils found in most commercial versions.
A Cake for a Crowd
Chocolate and coffee pair beautifully—their flavor profiles complement each other in a way that feels more balanced together than apart.

Remodel With a Quiet Suspended Ceiling
Acoustical tiles will greatly reduce the noise inside that room and can help block sound transmission to your other rooms.


Paris for Business and Pleasure
Seeing Paris is experiencing the old, the new, and having a relaxing time.
















































































