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.
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.
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’s New Surgeon General Nominee to Appear for Confirmation Hearing
Dr. Casey Means will answer questions from a Senate panel.
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.
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?
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.
Human Rights Advocates Urge Trump to Press Xi on Releasing Prisoners of Conscience
The Falun Dafa Information Center also asks the president to call for an end to repression of believers on American soil.
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.’
27 Microbes Linked to Pancreatic Cancer, Major Study Finds
Scientists discover how gum disease bacteria may trigger pancreatic cancer.
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.
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.
‘Apostle’s Cove’: Past Deeds That Haunt
Can a series that has run for 20 books still work?
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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.
The Problems With an Expanding Autism Diagnosis
As autism diagnosis criteria have expanded over the years, experts worry that the lines between being autistic and normal are becoming blurred.
How to Safely Dispose of Expired Medications and Household Cleaners
A simple search will show you where to find convenient recycling locations for medication.
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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.
Biosolid Supporters Urge Oklahoma to Hold Off on Banning the Substance
Proponents of using treated sewage sludge as fertilizer say Maine’s ban resulted in skyrocketing costs for the state and consumers.
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.
Gonzaga’s Tyon Grant-Foster Cleared for 8th Year of College Eligibility
Grant-Foster, who will turn 26 during the 2025-26 college basketball season, is onto his fifth program across eight years.
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.
