Philippine President Marcos to Meet Trump for Trade Talks
Discussions between the two leaders are expected to include trade, tariffs, and regional security.
Southwest to Allow Seat Selection for Passengers Starting Next Week
The company will also prioritize customers for the boarding process based on seating choices.
Trump Orders US Exit From UNESCO, Reversing Biden-Era Reentry
The UNESCO exit comes amid criticism of the agency’s ties to the Chinese Communist Party and longstanding anti-Israel concerns.
US to Deport Permanent Residents Aiding Haitian Terror Group Viv Ansanm
State Secretary Marco Rubio said the Viv Ansanm gang has fueled instability in Haiti through violence and criminal acts.
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How Things Stand 6 Months After Palisades Fire
Pacific Palisades residents see a long road ahead half a year after the Los Angeles fires that damaged or destroyed more than 18,000 homes.
Israel Says 28-Country Call for War in Gaza to End Is ‘Disconnected From Reality’
A statement, backed by a raft of European nations as well as Australia, Canada, and Japan, pushed for a negotiated cease-fire between Hamas and Israel.
AstraZeneca to Invest $50 Billion in US as Tariff Threat Looms
The UK-based drugmaker joins a growing list of pharmaceutical giants committing to large-scale investments in the United States.
The Harrowing Realities of Uyghur Life in China: Rushan Abbas
Uyghurs are being mass surveilled, forcibly sterilized, and exploited as slave labor both in Xinjiang and beyond, says author Rushan Abbas.
Bessent Calls for ‘Fundamental Reset’ of Financial Regulations
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent also urged bank regulators to review outdated capital requirements that place unnecessary burdens on financial institutions.
Senators Weigh Canceling August Recess to Confirm Trump Nominees
President Donald Trump has urged the Senate to remain in town during the normally month-long August recess—a break many lawmakers hold as sacred.
US Power Grid Vulnerability Paints an Attractive Target for Beijing, Expert Says
Extensive Chinese simulations of hypothetical attacks on U.S. electrical infrastructure could give Beijing a ‘playbook for disruption,’ a researcher warns.
Who Will Succeed Fed Chair Jerome Powell? Here Are the Top Contenders
‘We need regime change at the Fed,’ said one leading contender to head the Federal Reserve.
What to Know About Trump Admin’s Dispute With Brazil Over the Bolsonaro Trial
The U.S. president posted a letter defending the former Brazilian president, calling the latter’s prosecution an attack on a political opponent.
Healing From the Inside Out: Ancient Foods That Boost Digestion and Curb Diabetes
These nourishing TCM foods may help enhance digestion, regulate metabolism, and promote overall balance.
Court Allows Mississippi Social Media Age Verification Law to Take Effect
The law requiring social media users to verify their age had previously been blocked by a district judge.
Appeals Court Rules DHS Can End Temporary Protected Status for Afghans, Cameroonians
According to the department, eligible TPS holders can file for permanent protection.
Grilled Lamb Might Become Your New Favorite Summer Meal
Lamb is one of the meats you go to for a super special meal.
‘The American Miracle’: How Divine Providence Begat America
Atheists might think attributing divine intervention to random but serendipitous weather patterns is for simpletons, but for the faithful—if you know, you know.
Articles by Falun Gong Founder
Mr. Li Hongzhi
China Bans Wells Fargo Executive From Leaving, Reviving Fears of ‘Hostage Diplomacy’
The incident highlights CCP’s ‘hostage diplomacy’ and might be related to CCP top officials sending money abroad, observers said.

CDC: COVID-19 Infections Rise in Some Parts of US
Activity for COVID-19 remains low and very low for respiratory activity overall, according to the agency.
FBI and NSA Had Low Confidence That Russia Was Behind the DNC Hack
The assessment was scrapped after the agencies dissented, but the Obama administration proceeded to accuse Moscow.

The Mind Science Behind True Resilience
Why some people crumble under pressure while others emerge stronger than before.

‘A Novel Murder’: A Page-Turning Delight
A timid writer unexpectedly finds herself at the center of a real-life murder during a crime fiction festival.
Articles by Falun Gong Founder
Mr. Li Hongzhi
China Bans Wells Fargo Executive From Leaving, Reviving Fears of ‘Hostage Diplomacy’
The incident highlights CCP’s ‘hostage diplomacy’ and might be related to CCP top officials sending money abroad, observers said.

CDC: COVID-19 Infections Rise in Some Parts of US
Activity for COVID-19 remains low and very low for respiratory activity overall, according to the agency.
FBI and NSA Had Low Confidence That Russia Was Behind the DNC Hack
The assessment was scrapped after the agencies dissented, but the Obama administration proceeded to accuse Moscow.
HHS Responds After Claim Officials Approved Moderna Vaccine While RFK Jr. Was on Vacation
‘For legal and scientific integrity purposes, all FDA product decisions are made at the FDA level,’ a spokesperson said.

Garbarino Poised to Lead House Homeland Security Panel After Green’s Exit
Rep. Andrew Garbarino’s (R-N.Y.) is likely to be approved by the full House on Tuesday after he won the House Steering Committee’s endorsement.

Belgian Police Question 2 Israelis at Music Festival Over Gaza Allegations
The two Israeli nationals were questioned by Belgian police over allegations of breaching international humanitarian law in Gaza.

Philip Rivers Retires as LA Charger
Rivers retired from football in 2021 but made it clear he wanted to retire a Charger.
