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Average 30-Year Mortgage Rate Climbs to 9-Month High
Rising mortgage rates and home prices have pushed up the median monthly housing payment to the highest level in 11 months.
1,300 More US Marines, Sailors Join Caribbean Buildup as Pressure on Cuba Mounts
These U.S. troops join others already in the region, amid continuing counter-drug operations and mounting diplomatic pressure on Havana.
Federal Judge Temporarily Blocks DOJ’s ‘Anti-Weaponization’ Fund
The fund was announced last week by the DOJ and acting Attorney General Todd Blanche.
4 Deaths Linked to Wild Mushrooms
The outbreak took place starting in late 2025, and resulted in four fatalities.
US, Japan, Taiwan Push Deterrence as Shangri-La Defense Forum Opens
The U.S. and Japan are set to address Asia’s top defense forum as China’s military buildup and rising nuclear-risk concerns shape regional security debates.
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US Imposes New Sanctions on Iran’s Oil Sales
The Treasury targeted shadow fleet vessels and front companies to starve the regime of funds for rebuilding its armed forces.
Can’t Spell Jatrorrhiza? Ask a Sixth Grader
Of the 247 contestants who competed in the Scripps National Spelling Bee this week, only nine move on to tonight’s finals.
Residents Displaced by Chemical Tank Scare in California Sue Company
Class-action and other lawsuits were filed this week after the chemical emergency affected thousands of Southern Californians.
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Supreme Court Sides With Delivery Drivers in Dispute Over Arbitration Agreements
The justices upheld a federal appeals court ruling exempting drivers from a federal arbitration law.
CDC Warns of Salmonella Outbreaks Linked to Moringa
Two outbreaks—one this year and the other dating to August 2025—have sent dozens to the hospital, and companies are recalling moringa products.
White House Debuts ‘Aliens’ Website, but It’s Not What You Think
The Trump administration embraced the hype around the latest declassified UFO files to unveil a new alien-themed website about immigration enforcement efforts.
CIA Official Arrested With More Than $42 Million Stashed in His House
The charging documents described Rush as a former senior employee at a US government agency with top-secret clearance and access to classified information.
Trump Dismisses Delaney Hall Protesters as ‘Paid’ Amid Growing Scrutiny of ICE Detention Facility
Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin said detainees were receiving proper care despite protests and allegations of poor conditions.
Judge Declines to Block Trump’s Order on Mail-In Voting
‘Plaintiffs cannot show that preliminary injunctive relief is warranted,’ the judge said.
US to Start New Trade Talks With Mexico
The announcement made no mention of negotiations involving Canada, which is also a part of the U.S.–Mexico–Canada Agreement under review in the upcoming talks.
NY, NJ Top Prosecutors Investigating FIFA Over Alleged Dishonest World Cup Ticket Pricing
Fans complained they did not get the seats they thought they paid for.
Tony Blair Calls for UK to Get Closer to Trump and Ease Climate Change Targets
Britain’s former leader said it was a mistake for Prime Minister Keir Starmer not to back the U.S. in the Iran War, but that Labour should not seek to oust him.
Maryland Governor Signs Bill Banning Many Handguns, Triggering Lawsuit
The bill prohibits selling and buying handguns with a trigger bar.
5 Takeaways From Primary Runoff Elections in Texas
Here’s what to know about the results in the Lone Star State.
Vance Enlists Help From States in Fraud Crackdown
Vice President JD Vance and other federal leaders met with 15 state attorneys general on May 26 in Washington to better coordinate fraud-fighting efforts.
Pet Food Brand Issues Recall, Halts Production After Contamination Warning: FDA
The Raaw Energy products were distributed in several East Coast states.
