Trump Fires Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook
In a published letter to Cook, Trump accused her of ‘deceitful and potentially criminal conduct in a financial matter.’
US Proposes Adding Copper, Potash, 4 Others to Critical Minerals List
Potash, silicon, copper, silver, rhenium, and lead are added in a three-year update to be formally posted Aug. 26 for public comment.
Here’s What Major American Retailers Are Saying About Tariff Impacts
Major retailers avoided tariff related price hikes by shifting supply chains and front-loading their ordering. Price increases are likely on the way.
French Prime Minister Calls September Confidence Vote
François Bayrou has put his premiership on the line in a vote due to be held in the National Assembly in Paris on Sept 8.
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Some Youth Gender Treatments Persist Despite Trump Order, State Bans
Many clinics have closed or limited their services, but dozens remain open—and some reports suggest treatments moved underground as pressures mounted.
Israeli Strikes Gaza Hospital, Killing Several Journalists
AP and Reuters demand answers as Israel calls the incident a ’tragic mishap' and orders an investigation.
Australia Expels Iranian Ambassador Over Alleged Role in Anti-Semitic Arson Attacks
Australian citizens in Iran have been urged to leave the country.
9 Years Later, Here’s What We Know About the Origins of the Russia Probe | John Solomon
Investigative journalist John Solomon is the founder and editor-in-chief of Just the News.
Trump Threatens Tariffs for Nations With Digital Taxes on US Tech
The president said other countries’ digital taxes and regulations were ‘all designed to harm, or discriminate against, American Technology.’
California Republicans File 2nd Lawsuit Against State Redistricting Push
Republicans said the plan violates the state Constitution, which requires that maps be drawn by a politically neutral commission.
Finland Condemns Former Hong Kong Chief’s Threat Against Falun Gong, Calling It ‘Unacceptable’
‘Intimidation of or threats against the civil society are not acceptable,’ Finnish Ministry for Foreign Affairs told The Epoch Times.
SpaceX Again Postpones Starship Launch, This Time Over Weather Conditions
SpaceX CEO Elon Musk said the launch was scrubbed because of ‘anvil clouds over launch site,’ which increases the risk of lightning.
Judge Says He Must Defer to Congress in Abortion Provider Defunding Suit
A similar case in Massachusetts led a judge to block the defunding effort.
Ketamine Prescriptions Surge 500 Percent Despite Little Evidence for Chronic Pain
New research raises doubts about ketamine’s role in chronic pain treatment–and its safety.
On 4th Anniversary of Afghan Attack, Trump Honors Soldiers Lost in US Withdrawal
A suicide bomb at Abbey Gate near Kabul in 2021 killed 13 and injured 32. ‘We call it a big lesson, it won’t happen again,’ said the president.
Truck Drivers Emphasize Need for English Proficiency After Fatal Florida Crash
The State Department recently suspended issuance of all commercial driver licenses to foreign applicants amid rising safety concerns.
Reviving Poetry’s Public Life: An Upcoming Symposium
The Society of Classical Poets offers attendees poetry readings, presentations on the history of classical poetry, and members’ visions on the future of poetry.
How Parents Can Renew Society
Tomorrow’s leaders are today’s children, and their character is forged around the family table.
Articles by Falun Gong Founder
Mr. Li Hongzhi
Social Security Announces New Service Updates for Account Holders
The Social Security Administration recently highlighted multiple service improvements such as reduced average wait times and disability claims backlog.

‘Godfather of AI’ Warns Superintelligent Machines Could Replace Humanity
Geoffrey Hinton, the Nobel Prize-winning computer scientist who pioneered neural networks, says artificial intelligence is advancing too fast to control.
How China’s Social Insurance Crackdown Could Devastate Businesses: Experts
Beijing’s enforcement of social security contributions raises labor costs, potentially forcing small companies to cut staff or even shut down.

Protecting Prostate Health With Ancient Wisdom and Movement
Targeted exercise, dietary therapy, and adequate sleep are some of the cornerstones of traditional Chinese medicine’s prostate health care.

Constantino Brumidi: ‘Michelangelo of the Capitol’
An immigrant and political exile from Italy spent a quarter century painting the national capital and its buildings with works of art.
Articles by Falun Gong Founder
Mr. Li Hongzhi
Social Security Announces New Service Updates for Account Holders
The Social Security Administration recently highlighted multiple service improvements such as reduced average wait times and disability claims backlog.

‘Godfather of AI’ Warns Superintelligent Machines Could Replace Humanity
Geoffrey Hinton, the Nobel Prize-winning computer scientist who pioneered neural networks, says artificial intelligence is advancing too fast to control.
How China’s Social Insurance Crackdown Could Devastate Businesses: Experts
Beijing’s enforcement of social security contributions raises labor costs, potentially forcing small companies to cut staff or even shut down.
Fox Channels Could Become Unavailable on YouTube TV Over Payment Dispute
Fox said it was ‘disappointed that Google continually exploits its outsized influence by proposing terms that are out of step with the marketplace.’

Air Force Unit Puts Sidearm Back in Service After Shooting Death of Airman
The Air Force Global Strike Command inspected 7,970 M18 pistols for safety reasons after the death of an airman in Wyoming.

Day in Photos: Protests in Indonesia, Demolition of Kennedy Stadium, and Baby Albino Armadillo
A glimpse into the world through the lens of photography.

Supermarket Giant Coles Reports $44 Billion Sales Revenue
Supermarket inflation for the year was 1.5 percent, while Coles reported a net profit of $1.08 billion.

Netflix Unveils Opening Dates for Philadelphia, Dallas Entertainment Venues
Opening this fall, the complexes will feature themed experiences and a restaurant inspired by Netflix content.
