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US Central Command Confirms More Strikes on Iranian Ballistic Missile Facilities
CENTCOM confirmed more than 8,000 U.S. military flights have been flown so far.
America in Photos: Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, ‘Killed to Order’ Book Launch, and 100K Ultramarathon
Notable moments from the past week in America.
G7 Leaders Show Support for Safe Passage Through Strait of Hormuz
The Strait of Hormuz is a crucial waterway that is used in the transport of one-fifth of the world’s oil and gas.
2,761 Pounds of Illicit Vape Products Seized in Orange County, Hochul Reports
Nearly 29,000 pounds of illegal vape products were seized in Orange and Nassau counties.
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California Faces Scrutiny Over Hospice Fraud–What to Know
‘The normalization of hospice fraud in California has to stop,’ said Mehmet Oz, Medicare and Medicaid Services chief. ‘The numbers are shocking.’
In the Name of Civics, These Teens Took on the Impossible
The semifinal round of the Presidential 1776 Award national competition is scheduled for May 2 at five American presidential libraries and museums.
Federal Judge Tosses DOJ’s Lawsuit Against California’s Egg Law
The Justice Department was given two weeks to file an amended complaint.
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Rock Solid Patriotism: This Artist Doesn’t Take America for Granite
In this installment of ‘History Off the Beaten Path,’ we take a look at one man’s American spirit expressed artistically in towns all over the United States.
Japan May Consider Mine Sweeping Strait of Hormuz If Cease-Fire Reached: Foreign Minister
The international benchmark Brent crude oil value had risen to $112.19 per barrel by Sunday morning as the strait remains blocked.
Trump Threatens to Attack Iranian Energy Sites If Strait of Hormuz Isn’t Reopened
In a social media post, the U.S. president issued a 48-hour deadline for Iranian forces to stop threatening the key Middle East waterway.
UK Approves US Use of British Bases for Strikes on Iranian Missile Sites Targeting Ships
Decision follows Iranian attacks on commercial shipping, with ministers citing need to protect trade routes and regional security interests.
Senate to Work Through Weekend Debating SAVE America Act
Republicans face steep hurdles to pass the election integrity bill, which has been championed by President Donald Trump.
Troops Discharged Over COVID-19 Vaccine Refusal Have More Time to Rejoin: Hegseth
Approximately 8,700 troops were discharged for not receiving the COVID-19 vaccine after requirements were imposed in 2021.
US Military Strikes Iranian Surface-to-Surface Missile Factory
U.S. Central Command also says the United States has continued to hit targets ‘deep inside’ Iran.
US, Japan Unveils Action Plan to Secure Critical Minerals Supply Chain
The two nations seek to discuss the feasibility of ‘border-adjusted price floors,’ starting with a select group of critical minerals.
Trump Hosts Japanese PM for White House Dinner After Long Day of Bilateral Talks
The U.S. president and Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi committed to a strong partnership between the two nations.
Questions Swirl Over Renewal of Surveillance Powers Law
Some lawmakers do not support a clean, 18-month reauthorization of FISA’s Section 702, worrying past reforms are not enough to protect Americans’ rights.
Oil Exceeds $119 a Barrel Amid Ongoing Strikes Against Gulf States, Hormuz Blockade
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on March 19 that President Donald Trump was considering another oil release from the Strategic Petroleum Reserve.
Alaska Oil Lease Sale Draws 430 Bids, Nets Record $163.7 Million in Revenue
At least 10 companies secure access to 1.3 million acres of public lands in first lease offering since 2019 on the 23 million-acre National Petroleum Reserve.
US Has a New Ally in Latin America—Here’s Why It Matters
Chilean President José Antonio Kast’s election signals new opportunities for deeper security cooperation, analysts say.
