5 Takeaways From Primary Runoff Elections in Texas
Here’s what to know about the results in the Lone Star State.
International Coalition Prepares for Hormuz Minesweeping Mission
Trump had repeatedly pressured the international community to assist in securing the Strait of Hormuz.
EU Defense Chief Echoes Trump’s ‘Peace Through Strength’ in Push to Rearm Europe
The senior official urged Europe to expand arms production and strengthen Kyiv as momentum grows for negotiations with Russia to end the war in Ukraine.
Uganda Closes Border With Congo Amid Ebola Outbreak
Uganda has confirmed seven cases of Ebola in recent days.
The Ongoing Legal Battles in Teen Transgender Cases
Parents who say they were separated from children for refusing to affirm transgender identity are still fighting states, and each other, in court.
Pam Bondi Confirms She Was Diagnosed With Thyroid Cancer, Had Surgery
The former attorney general confirmed the diagnosis to news outlets on Wednesday.
Refinancing Activity Plummets as Mortgage Rates Hit 9-Month High
‘Many borrowers understandably backed away from refinancing last week,’ says the Mortgage Bankers Association deputy chief economist.
Senator Reintroduces Legislation to Ban Chinese Digital Yuan in US Transactions
‘The dollar is the reserve currency of the world and the CCP wants to undermine our leadership with a digital currency,’ Sen. Rick Scott said.
Maryland Governor Signs Bill Banning Many Handguns, Triggering Lawsuit
The bill prohibits selling and buying handguns with a trigger bar.
Gordon Chang Breaks Down Trump-Xi Summit and What’s Next
Will Trump call Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te—something no sitting U.S. president has done in 47 years?
US Consumer Confidence Falls in May
A majority of consumers are scaling down their spending due to rising prices.
Common Diabetes Drug May Limit Some Exercise Benefits
The findings raise new questions about whether combining medication and exercise always maximizes health benefits.
Mullin Says DHS Drawing Up Plans to Stop Processing Immigration at Sanctuary City Airports
‘We are currently—which we’re not initiating yet—but we’re currently drawing up plans,’ Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said.
This June’s Movie Roster Covers a Lot of Genre and Stylistic Ground
Here’s what to look for in theaters and streaming next month.
‘Pressure’: 2026’s Best Dramatic Film to Date
‘Pressure’ is an homage to the courage of those facing immense moral pressure and making hard decisions about the weather with potentially disastrous outcomes.
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.
‘Air Baths’ and Virtue Calendars: The Eccentric Success of Benjamin Franklin’s Daily Routine
Franklin divided his days into simple blocks of work, study, conversation, and self-examination, all guided by the question, ‘What good shall I do this day?’
Iranian Leader Khamenei Issues Defiant Message Amid Ongoing Negotiations
The message comes amid a tense standoff between Iran and the United States, as negotiations continue for a possible diplomatic settlement of the war.
US Military Carries Out ‘Self-Defense Strikes’ on Iranian Boats, Missile Launch Sites: CENTCOM
The strikes were designed ‘to protect our troops from threats posed by Iranian forces,’ CENTCOM said in a statement.
Supreme Court Rules Against Employers in Dispute Over Pension Plans
The new ruling clarifies the rules for companies withdrawing from underfunded union pension plans.
FDA Vaccine Panel to Consider Reformulating COVID-19 Vaccines
XFG strains have been dominant in the United States in recent months.
Pentagon Denies Restarting US Naval Escorts Through Strait of Hormuz
The denial came amid speculation that the U.S. military was reviving ‘Project Freedom’ to unblock shipping through the maritime choke point.
UK, Poland to Sign Defense Treaty to Tackle Threats Across Europe
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk will travel to London to sign the deal alongside British Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
US Selects Companies for Talks on Repurposing Cold War-Era Plutonium as Nuclear Fuel
The Energy Department advanced a plan to turn surplus weapons material into reactor fuel for advanced reactors.
Mike Macdonald: Seahawks Looking to ‘Run It Forward’ After Super Bowl Win
Macdonald said he is more interested in building a winning culture than celebrating the Super Bowl win.
Why Sugar Makes You Feel Calmer but Your Body More Stressed
Sugar borrows calm from your brain and charges it to your body.
Smoky Baked Beans: A No-Added-Sugar Recipe for Memorial Day
Swap ultra-processed sauces and sugar-loaded canned beans for baked beans made with simple, whole-food ingredients to serve alongside your BBQ this weekend.
What Ozempic Can and Can’t Do
The best weight-loss plans focus on balanced nutrition and long-term sustainability, for sustained healthy metabolic function.
An Egg a Week May Lower Alzheimer’s Risk
Could breakfast be your medicine?
Enjoy a Taste of Summer in One Bite
Kids and adults love these savory cakes that include shredded zucchini and corn kernels—two vegetables that taste like summer in one bite.
Can You Kill Dandelions Without Herbicides?
The first thing to do is to keep the “good” plants healthy so they can compete with the weeds.
Final Call to Duty: Inside the Nurses Honor Guard
Retired nurses and volunteers ensure that fallen colleagues receive a hero’s farewell.
Rick Steves’ Europe: A Taste of Wales in Spunky Cardiff
Most travelers planning a trip to Britain don’t realize you can hop a train in London and, in just over two hours, find yourself in Wales’ revitalized capital.
