Federal Agents, Troops to Start 24/7 Patrol in Washington: White House
The effort will include deploying more than 400 National Guard troops around the capital from Wednesday night.
Trump Rescinds Biden’s Order on Promoting Economic Competition
The Biden-era order stated that a pattern of corporate abuses, particularly large mergers or ’monopolies,' were raising costs for consumers in several sectors.
$327 Million Australia-Vanuatu Agreement Strengthens Security and Economic Cooperation Amid China Concerns
The Nakamal Agreement, set to be finalized in September, comes as China’s influence in Vanuatu draws growing attention.
Trump Warns of ‘Very Severe Consequences’ If Putin Refuses to End Ukraine War After Alaska Summit
Trump also wants a second meeting, with both Putin and Zelenskyy, soon after the summit.
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As CCP Cybersabotage Escalates, US Changes Posture
U.S. cyber officials indicate cyber adversaries will no longer be allowed to ‘walk all over’ the United States.
Trump Signs Order to Refill Strategic Reserves of Pharmaceutical Ingredients
The order is part of a push to reduce U.S. dependency on adversary nations for key raw materials needed to make medicines, according to the White House.
US Sends Warships to Disputed Sea After Chinese Ships Collide
Concerns are growing over dangerous maneuvers by Chinese vessels near an atoll within the Philippine Economic Zone in the South China Sea.
Impact of Trump’s Trade, Tax, Energy Policies | Mark Skousen
Skousen is an economist, professor, and author of several books, including his most recent work, ‘The Greatest American.’
Day in Photos: Floods In India, Wildfire in Greece, and Sailing Ship Festival
A glimpse into the world through the lens of photography.
Florida Labels Synthetic Opioid 7-OH as Schedule 1 Drug
The substance—a synthetic form of kratom, a plant extract—is contained in products such as drinks and gummies sold in gas stations and stores.
Beijing Tightens Grip Ahead of Military Parade, Disrupting Daily Life and Targeting Petitioners
For many Beijingers, the buildup has meant weeks of disruption.
Appeals Court Allows Trump Administration to Withhold Foreign Aid Funds
A lower court had found that the president’s cuts were unlawful.
Bessent Urges Half-Point September Interest-Rate Cut, Targets at Least 1.5 Percent Total Easing
The Treasury chief says recent inflation data and signs of labor market cooling justify a jumbo rate cut in September—followed by series of more reductions.
Why Fasted Exercise Isn’t for Everyone—and Who Should Avoid It
Some groups may need to approach it with more caution.
An Intense ‘Fiddler on the Roof’ Resonates in Chicagoland
Music Theater Works’s production captures some of grim reality facing Jewish people today.
A Bunch of Fabergé Cut Flowers
How Fabergé’s fine craftsmen made ornamental flowers appear real.
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Trump Places DC Police Under Federal Control, Orders National Guard to Washington
The National Guard troops won’t have the authority to arrest people, although they can detain them until law enforcement arrives.

IRS Announces No Changes to Withholding Tables, Information Return Forms for 2025
The decision was taken to prevent disruptions during the tax filing season.
Federal Appeals Court Orders OMB to Restore Spending Tracker Website
The judges said that removal of the congressionally mandated database violated federal law.

French Fries Versus Baked Potatoes: 1 Raises Diabetes Risk 20 Percent, the Other Doesn’t
Potato prep affects diabetes risk, but the high glycemic index remains.

Barbecue Chicken for the Win
Smoky chipotle chiles paired with a dark, rich fruit prove a match made in barbecue heaven.
Articles by Falun Gong Founder
Mr. Li Hongzhi
Trump Places DC Police Under Federal Control, Orders National Guard to Washington
The National Guard troops won’t have the authority to arrest people, although they can detain them until law enforcement arrives.

IRS Announces No Changes to Withholding Tables, Information Return Forms for 2025
The decision was taken to prevent disruptions during the tax filing season.
Federal Appeals Court Orders OMB to Restore Spending Tracker Website
The judges said that removal of the congressionally mandated database violated federal law.
California Energy Panel Defers Debate on Giving Gasoline Producers a Regulatory Break
Resolutions pausing a profit cap and refinery restrictions imposed under a 2023 law are tabled to allow ’more time for public input,' an official said.

Texas Senate Passes Map Aimed at Giving GOP 5 Extra Congressional Seats
Republicans in the state House are looking to approve the redistricting, but Democrats in the chamber fled the state in order to deny a quorum.

Researchers Say ChatGPT-5 Can Detect When It’s Being Tested—and Change Its Behaviour
AI experts are concerned that some models may be able to act deceptively to pass evaluations, undermining risk assessments.

Twins Are Safe at Home Base; Ownership Won’t Sell Team
The Minnesota Twins are off the market, but the current ownership has a new plan for the franchise.

Pamela Anderson Launches Line of Pickles, With All Proceeds Going to Charity
Pamela’s Pickles are spicy and steeped in family tradition. Funds will be donated to the California Wildlife Center, which rescues sick and injured animals.
