US–Iran Talks Underway in Switzerland, Vance Signals Progress
Trump said Iran must stop its ‘proxies’ in Lebanon from causing trouble or US will ‘hit Iran very hard again.’
Beijing Wants to Wipe Taiwan Off the Map—This Man Is Making Sure Its People Can Survive | Enoch Wu
Wu is the founder of a non-profit that has trained tens of thousands of ordinary Taiwanese in crisis response, from trauma medicine to search and rescue.
How Audiobooks Affect Your Brain
Turns out your brain has opinions about how you read.
Trump Threatens to Impose Hormuz Transit Toll If Final Iran Peace Deal Not Reached
Iranian authorities earlier announced they had closed the Strait of Hormuz in response to Israeli military operations in Lebanon.
Military Hopefuls Hit the Pool to Get a Jump on Selection
‘Most of the time, students arrive very young, not fully in shape, and they’ve never really faced much hardship,’ the owner of a fitness center said.
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.
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Vance Arrives in Switzerland for US–Iran Talks
Talks had been postponed because of clashes between Israeli forces and Hezbollah in Lebanon.
US, Uzbekistan Launch Joint Investment Platform With an Eye on China
Washington has been boosting its presence in Uzbekistan and other Central Asian nations, an area increasingly courted by the communist regime in Beijing.
World Cup 2026: Germany Advances to Knockout Round in Comeback Win Over Ivory Coast
Germany is the third team to advance to the next round after two games, following Mexico and the United States.
7 Deaths of Children Possibly or Probably From COVID-19 Vaccination: FDA
The number was revised down from 10, newly released documents show.
Iran Says It Closed Strait of Hormuz
Iranian state media reported the closure was due to violations by the United States and Israel.
How Classical Arts Training Helps Kids Unlock Their Full Potential | Sherry Zhang
Leonardo da Vinci once wrote that the key to developing a ‘complete mind’ was to ’study the science of art. Study the art of science.’
Cicero’s America: Classical Learning and the American Republic
An education in Latin and Greek led the Founders to read ancient works that promoted liberty and virtue—the groundwork for the great American republic.
How a Children’s Newspaper Delivered America’s Pledge of Allegiance
In ‘This Week in History,’ to celebrate Columbus’s landing, a former minister wrote a pledge of allegiance, which Congress officially adopted 50 years later.
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.
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.
Prunes: The Grandma Remedy That Battles Constipation and Enriches the Gut–Here’s How to Use It
A daily serving of prunes may do far more than keep you regular.
Chicagoland’s ‘The Producers’ Induces Uproarious Laughter
When a meant-to-be-terrible musical becomes an overnight favorite, no one is more surprised than the two hapless men who simply wanted to make a buck.
Trump Admin Asks Court to Overturn Order Blocking RFK Jr’s Vaccine Panel Appointments
Government lawyers argued that the court order prevented a key vaccine panel from achieving a quorum.
European Union Not Seeking to Mediate Ukraine War, EU Council President Says
European leaders committed to providing more weapons for Ukraine and extending sanctions on Russia.
Downtown Seattle Lost 30,000 Jobs Since 2020 Payroll Tax: Report
Business payroll tax is hurting property values and business climate, according to the Downtown Seattle Association’s new report.
Former MLB Commissioner Ford Frick Seen as Effective Savior of Sport in New Biography
A new biography on the Hall of Fame commissioner details how MLB was shaped a century ago.
Migraine Drugs May Cut Glaucoma Risk, New Study Finds
A recent study found that CGRP inhibitor drugs were associated with a lower risk of developing glaucoma.
The Real Reason You’re Losing Your Senses–and What to Do About It
The decline of the senses is seldom random, and often far more reversible than most patients believe.
The Forgotten Amino Acid in Slow-Cooked Foods
A building block of protein, glycine was once obtained naturally from a diet high in slow-cooked connective tissues, bone broth, and marrow.
Dairy Trans Fats Don’t Raise Heart Disease Risk, New Study Finds
The trans fats in your butter are nothing like the kind in processed foods.
Learning About Wine
Where the grapes grew usually contributed something more interesting to a wine than just what the grape variety was.
How Can Homeowners Keep Their Air Conditioner Running Efficiently This Summer?
A few simple maintenance steps can help homeowners stay comfortable, improve energy efficiency, and potentially avoid costly repairs.
The Little-Known Chapter in Alexander Hamilton’s Life
Despite their bitter parting, Hamilton and George Washington reconciled and became close allies, renewing one of the greatest alliances in American history.
Healing Waters in France
Our getaway goal was to tap into aquatic healing as a cleansing from our old lives.
