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Today: May 19, 2026
Today: May 19, 2026

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Inside Spirit Airlines’ failed ‘Hail Mary’ to the Trump administration

Inside Spirit Airlines’ failed ‘Hail Mary’ to the Trump administration

Inside Spirit Airlines’ failed ‘Hail Mary’ to the Trump administration
Arts|US|World

Amid leaks, Justice Gorsuch says US Supreme Court needs room for 'candid conversations'

U.S.

Amid leaks, Justice Gorsuch says US Supreme Court needs room for 'candid conversations'
Crime

FBI seizure of Fulton County election ballots happened quickly after criminal probe opened, new timeline shows

FBI seizure of Fulton County election ballots happened quickly after criminal probe opened, new timeline shows

FBI seizure of Fulton County election ballots happened quickly after criminal probe opened, new timeline shows
World

Trump flexes executive power with unprecedented flouting of lower court rulings

The Trump administration has been found in violation of court rulings in an extraordinary number of lawsuits on a broad set of issues

Trump flexes executive power with unprecedented flouting of lower court rulings
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Airlines scramble to help stranded Spirit passengers after budget carrier collapses

Major airlines and the U.S. government scrambled to help stranded passengers and employees after bankrupt discount carrier Spirit Airlines

Airlines scramble to help stranded Spirit passengers after budget carrier collapses
Business|Economy|Environment|Finance|Political|US|World

Iran standoff could leave Trump worse off than before he went to war

(This May 2 story has been repeated with no changes to the text.)

Iran standoff could leave Trump worse off than before he went to war
Crime|Political|US|World

US Justice Department can use military lawyer to prosecute civilian, judge rules

The Trump administration's assignment of military lawyers to help the Department of Justice

US Justice Department can use military lawyer to prosecute civilian, judge rules
Business|Political|World

Iranian proposal rejected by Trump would open strait before nuclear talks, Iran official says

An Iranian proposal so far rejected by U.S.

Iranian proposal rejected by Trump would open strait before nuclear talks, Iran official says
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

Takeaways from AP report on Trump administration's defiance of lower court orders

Federal judges around the country have raised alarms in recent months about the Trump administration’s failure to follow their orders in individual immigration cases

Takeaways from AP report on Trump administration's defiance of lower court orders
Americas|Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

The Latest: Trump says he's 'not satisfied' with Iran's new peace plan

President Donald Trump said Friday that he’s “not satisfied” with Iran’s latest proposal in negotiations to end the war

The Latest: Trump says he's 'not satisfied' with Iran's new peace plan
Political|US|World

Cuba rejects Trump's new "coercive" sanctions

Cuba rejects fresh sanctions levied on Friday by U.S.

Cuba rejects Trump's new "coercive" sanctions
Economy|Political|US|World

Trump says Iran war 'terminated,' as war powers deadline arrives

U.S.

Trump says Iran war 'terminated,' as war powers deadline arrives
Americas|Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Europe|MidEast|Political|US|World

Judge protects Yemeni refugees, slams Trump administration's push to end special status

A federal judge in New York is protecting about 3,000 refugees from Yemen from being forced to leave the U.S., saying the Temporary Protected Status that was repeatedly granted to them should be extended again

Judge protects Yemeni refugees, slams Trump administration's push to end special status
Economy|Political|Travel|World

Cuba's Raul Castro joins May Day march as tensions simmer with US

Ninety-four-year-old former leader Raul Castro joined thousands of Cubans in an International Workers' Day march on Friday that passed through the capital of

Cuba's Raul Castro joins May Day march as tensions simmer with US
Business|Economy|Finance|World

How US equipment ended up in the hands of Iran’s allies in Yemen as USAID was disbanded

How US equipment ended up in the hands of Iran’s allies in Yemen as USAID was disbanded

How US equipment ended up in the hands of Iran’s allies in Yemen as USAID was disbanded
Business|Political|Science|Technology

Pentagon strikes deals with 8 Big Tech companies after shunning Anthropic

Pentagon strikes deals with 8 Big Tech companies after shunning Anthropic

Pentagon strikes deals with 8 Big Tech companies after shunning Anthropic
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

After major enforcement operations, the Trump administration recalibrates its immigration crackdown

President Donald Trump’s administration appears to be recalibrating its centerpiece policy of mass deportations after a series of major immigration enforcement operations in American cities soured the public’s mood on it

After major enforcement operations, the Trump administration recalibrates its immigration crackdown
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US FEMA reinstates employees it placed on leave after letter of dissent

The U.S.

US FEMA reinstates employees it placed on leave after letter of dissent
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FEMA workers who sounded alarm over nation's disaster preparedness reinstated after 8 months

Fourteen FEMA employees who signed a public letter criticizing the nation's disaster preparedness have been reinstated after eight months on paid leave

FEMA workers who sounded alarm over nation's disaster preparedness reinstated after 8 months
Economy|Education|Environment|Health|Political

Trump administration defers $91M more in Minnesota Medicaid funding citing fraud vulnerabilities

The Trump administration has deferred an additional $91 million in Medicaid funding to Minnesota, citing concerns about fraud in state-run programs

Trump administration defers $91M more in Minnesota Medicaid funding citing fraud vulnerabilities
Economy|Political|World

US hits Congo's former president with sanctions over support for rebels

The Trump administration has imposed sanctions on former Congolese President Joseph Kabila for his alleged role in funding and providing political support to rebel groups operating in the east of his country

US hits Congo's former president with sanctions over support for rebels
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

US consumer finance watchdog narrows Biden-era anti-discrimination rule on small business lending

The U.S.

US consumer finance watchdog narrows Biden-era anti-discrimination rule on small business lending
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Brent oil prices surge above $125 after setting new wartime high

Brent crude oil prices, the global benchmark, surged above $125 per barrel on Thursday morning, as President Donald Trump mulls an extended blockade of Iranian ports. Kristie Lu Stout reports.

Brent oil prices surge above $125 after setting new wartime high
Health|Political|Science|US|World

Trump administration appeals court order in effort to cut vaccine recommendations for kids

The Trump administration is appealing a judge’s order as it tries to cut the number of vaccines recommended for every child in the United States

Trump administration appeals court order in effort to cut vaccine recommendations for kids
Education|Opinion|Science|Technology

How much should politics influence science, and vice versa? National Science Board’s ousting resurrects an existential debate

The Trump administration fired the entire board that oversees the National Science Foundation, raising an age-old question about the separation of science and state.

How much should politics influence science, and vice versa? National Science Board’s ousting resurrects an existential debate
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

The Latest: Hegseth faces a second day of Democrats grilling him over the Iran war

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faces a second day of grilling from Democrats on Capitol Hill, with senators getting their first opportunity to confront or praise the Pentagon chief over his handling of the Iran war

The Latest: Hegseth faces a second day of Democrats grilling him over the Iran war
Business|Economy|Finance|US|World

US banks left guessing over scope of looming order on citizenship data

U.S. banks say they are largely in the dark about an expected White House order requiring them to collect data on

US banks left guessing over scope of looming order on citizenship data
Business|Economy|Technology|World

White House quiet as China ramps up trade leverage before Trump-Xi summit

Beijing rolled out new trade rules this month that have alarmed U.S. businesses and which analysts say could seriously undercut American efforts to

White House quiet as China ramps up trade leverage before Trump-Xi summit
Health|Science|World

Trump administration appeals judge's order upending Kennedy's vaccine policies

The Trump administration on Wednesday appealed a federal judge's ruling blocking key elements of Health Secretary Robert F.

Trump administration appeals judge's order upending Kennedy's vaccine policies
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|Travel|US|World

US will deny visas to applicants who say they fear persecution at home

US will deny visas to applicants who say they fear persecution at home

US will deny visas to applicants who say they fear persecution at home
Crime|Political|US|World

US House votes to reauthorize domestic surveillance but Senate may balk

The U.S. government's effort to renew its warrantless domestic surveillance powers cleared the House of Representatives

US House votes to reauthorize domestic surveillance but Senate may balk
Education|Political|World

Trump administration probes Stanford University over diversity practices

The U.S.

Trump administration probes Stanford University over diversity practices
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|Stock Markets|US|World

US says first refunds from Trump tariffs expected around May 11

The Trump administration is expected to issue the first tariff refunds by around May 11, according to an order filed on Tuesday in the U.S.

US says first refunds from Trump tariffs expected around May 11
Business|Economy|Education|Environment|Political

Trump’s DEI purge reaches farm country? Women picked for soybean board all replaced by men

The Trump administration rejected all four women farmers chosen by their peers to represent them in an industry group called the United Soybean Board

Trump’s DEI purge reaches farm country? Women picked for soybean board all replaced by men
Business|Economy|MidEast|Political|US|World

Hegseth faces withering questions about Iran in first congressional appearance since war began

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth faced withering questioning in his first appearance before Congress since the Trump administration went to war against Iran

Hegseth faces withering questions about Iran in first congressional appearance since war began
Economy|Finance|World

U.S. war in Iran has cost $25 billion so far, says Pentagon official

The United States' war in Iran has cost $25 billion so far, a senior Pentagon official said on Wednesday, providing the first official estimate of the military's price

U.S. war in Iran has cost $25 billion so far, says Pentagon official
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

Fed chief nominee Warsh clears key hurdle toward Senate confirmation vote

Kevin Warsh, U.S.

Fed chief nominee Warsh clears key hurdle toward Senate confirmation vote
Business|Crime|Economy|Political|World

House takes step toward funding Homeland Security as White House warns money will 'soon run out'

The House has taken a crucial step toward funding the Department of Homeland Security

House takes step toward funding Homeland Security as White House warns money will 'soon run out'
Americas|Business|Economy|Political|World

China calls US hypocritical for expressing concern over Panama's sovereignty

The U.S. State Department accused China of violating Panama’s sovereignty over a port dispute in the Central American nation, triggering another fierce back-and-forth on Wednesday as the Chinese government called the Trump administration hypocritical

China calls US hypocritical for expressing concern over Panama's sovereignty
Business|Economy|Environment|World

The Latest: Supreme Court hears arguments on ending legal protections for Haitian/Syrian migrants

The Supreme Court is weighing arguments over the Trump administration’s push to end legal protections for Haitians and Syrians as migrants fleeing war and natural disaster

The Latest: Supreme Court hears arguments on ending legal protections for Haitian/Syrian migrants
Business|Economy|Environment

Democrats investigate as Trump OKs almost $2 billion in taxpayer money to end offshore wind projects

The Trump administration is spending nearly $2 billion to get energy companies to walk away from U.S. offshore wind projects

Democrats investigate as Trump OKs almost $2 billion in taxpayer money to end offshore wind projects
Economy|Health|Opinion

Trump’s Medicaid fraud crackdown may sound sensible, but it could harm Americans who require long-term care

When a home healthcare aide doesn’t show up, the consequences are immediate and can be dire.

Trump’s Medicaid fraud crackdown may sound sensible, but it could harm Americans who require long-term care
Arts|Business|Economy|Environment|Political

US judge to weigh preservation groups' bid to stop Trump's Kennedy Center overhaul

A coalition of historic preservation and architecture groups will ask a judge on Wednesday to halt plans by President Donald Trump’s administration

US judge to weigh preservation groups' bid to stop Trump's Kennedy Center overhaul
Crime|Economy|Political|US

Agents armed with search warrants keep focus on Minnesota in public fraud probe

Federal agents have served search warrants in Minnesota in an ongoing fraud investigation of publicly funded social programs for children

Agents armed with search warrants keep focus on Minnesota in public fraud probe
MidEast|Political|US|World

The Latest: United Arab Emirates says it will exit OPEC, while US-Iran negotiations stall

The United Arab Emirates has announced it will leave OPEC and the OPEC+ group, effective May 1

The Latest: United Arab Emirates says it will exit OPEC, while US-Iran negotiations stall
Crime|US|World

Federal judge dismisses DOJ lawsuit against Arizona seeking voter data

A federal judge has dismissed a Department of Justice lawsuit against Arizona seeking access to the state’s voter records

Federal judge dismisses DOJ lawsuit against Arizona seeking voter data
World

Appeals court rejects Trump’s no-bond immigration detentions, setting stage for Supreme Court review

A federal appeals court says the Trump administration cannot jail immigrants without a chance for a bond hearing, citing “serious constitutional questions.”

Appeals court rejects Trump’s no-bond immigration detentions, setting stage for Supreme Court review
Crime|Health|Political|Science

Trump administration indicts former NIH official over COVID records

The Trump administration has indicted a former National Institutes of Health official over allegations of evading federal records requests related to COVID-19 pandemic

Trump administration indicts former NIH official over COVID records
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump, unhappy with latest peace proposal, says Iran 'figuring out its leadership'

Efforts to end the Iran conflict were at an impasse on Tuesday with U.S.

Trump, unhappy with latest peace proposal, says Iran 'figuring out its leadership'
Crime|Economy|Political|World

US agents raid 22 Minnesota sites in social-welfare fraud probe

U.S. federal and state law enforcement agencies searched more than 20 locations in Minnesota on Tuesday as part of investigations

US agents raid 22 Minnesota sites in social-welfare fraud probe
Crime|Political|US

Fired prosecutor Maurene Comey's lawsuit belongs in federal court, judge rules

A federal judge says fired prosecutor Maurene Comey's wrongful termination claims belong in court rather than in administrative proceedings despite the government's efforts to move it out of court

Fired prosecutor Maurene Comey's lawsuit belongs in federal court, judge rules
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|US|World

Some groups ask US trade agency for new duties, import bans to fight forced labor

Pro-tariff and human rights groups asked the Trump administration on Tuesday to impose new import bans, duties and quotas to combat forced labor

Some groups ask US trade agency for new duties, import bans to fight forced labor
Arts|Business|Crime|Entertainment|Lifestyle|Political

Trump administration challenges ABC station licenses amid Kimmel controversy

Trump administration challenges ABC station licenses amid Kimmel controversy

Trump administration challenges ABC station licenses amid Kimmel controversy
Business|Entertainment|World

FCC to order early license reviews of Disney-owned ABC stations, source says

The ​Federal Communications Commission is set to order early reviews of eight Disney-owned ABC stations as soon as Tuesday in a dramatic escalation

FCC to order early license reviews of Disney-owned ABC stations, source says
Arts|Crime|Political|US

In Trump-like tone, government lawyers ask court to undo ruling halting work on White House ballroom

In Trump-like tone, government lawyers ask court to undo ruling halting work on White House ballroom

In Trump-like tone, government lawyers ask court to undo ruling halting work on White House ballroom
Election|Political|US|World

Trump push for state voter rolls rebuffed by courts as midterms near

As the U.S. midterm elections approach, Democrats are winning legal challenges to the Trump administration's push to obtain states' voter rolls, dealing a blow to the

Trump push for state voter rolls rebuffed by courts as midterms near
Business|Economy|Education|World

These Haitian immigrants contribute nearly $6 billion to the economy. Their fate is in the Supreme Court’s hands

These Haitian immigrants contribute nearly $6 billion to the economy. Their fate is in the Supreme Court’s hands

These Haitian immigrants contribute nearly $6 billion to the economy. Their fate is in the Supreme Court’s hands
Europe|Political|US|World

King Charles set to emphasize the US and UK’s shared history in address to Congress

King Charles set to emphasize the US and UK’s shared history in address to Congress

King Charles set to emphasize the US and UK’s shared history in address to Congress
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Two Spirit Airlines creditor groups back Trump bailout plan, FT reports

Spirit Airlines has won the backing of two of its three major creditor groupings needed to secure a $500 million bailout from the Trump administration, the Financial Times

Two Spirit Airlines creditor groups back Trump bailout plan, FT reports
Political|Science|Technology|World

Trump administration fires entire National Science Board

President Donald Trump's administration has terminated the entire National Science Board of more than 20 members, two fired members of the board said

Trump administration fires entire National Science Board
Business|Economy|US|World

Foreign automakers threaten to pull cheapest models from US without trade deal, WSJ reports

Foreign automakers have warned the Trump administration that they could pull their cheapest car models from the U.S. market if the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) is not

Foreign automakers threaten to pull cheapest models from US without trade deal, WSJ reports
Crime|Political|Sports|World

Soccer-Congressmen call for National Guard to address drone threats at the World Cup

Two Republican members of Congress are calling on the Trump administration to empower the National Guard to address potential drone-related threats and

Soccer-Congressmen call for National Guard to address drone threats at the World Cup
Business|Technology|World

Pentagon can require reporters to be escorted during appeal process, judges rule

An appeals court has ruled that the Defense Department can require journalists to be escorted on Pentagon grounds while the Trump administration appeals a judge’s decision to block its enforcement of a press access policy challenged by The New York Times

Pentagon can require reporters to be escorted during appeal process, judges rule
Environment|Europe|Political|Travel|World

King Charles arrives in US for state visit amid differences over Iran war

Britain's King Charles and Queen Camilla arrived in the United States on Monday for a four-day trip, welcomed by self-proclaimed

King Charles arrives in US for state visit amid differences over Iran war
Business|Economy|Environment|World

Trump administration to pay 2 more companies to walk away from US offshore wind leases

The Trump administration has announced two more payouts for energy companies to walk away from U.S. offshore wind projects under development

Trump administration to pay 2 more companies to walk away from US offshore wind leases
Business|Environment|Health|Science

With Bayer at US Supreme Court, MAHA rallies against pesticides

"Make America Healthy Again" activists rallied at the U.S.

With Bayer at US Supreme Court, MAHA rallies against pesticides
Crime|Education|US|World

US judge pauses ruling requiring UPenn to provide data in antisemitism probe

A U.S. judge on Monday paused his decision forcing the University of Pennsylvania to provide a federal civil rights agency with information on Jewish students,

US judge pauses ruling requiring UPenn to provide data in antisemitism probe
Business|Economy|Environment|Science|Technology|World

US to end more offshore wind leases in exchange for fossil fuel investments

President Donald Trump's administration said on Monday that it had reached a deal to end two more U.S. offshore wind leases in exchange for $885 million in

US to end more offshore wind leases in exchange for fossil fuel investments
Economy|Political|World

US reviews latest Iranian proposal to end war stalemate

U.S.

US reviews latest Iranian proposal to end war stalemate
Business|MidEast|Political|World

Iran looking into Trump's request for negotiations, foreign minister says

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi said on Monday that Tehran was looking into U.S.

Iran looking into Trump's request for negotiations, foreign minister says
Business|Economy|Political|World

Trump says Iran can phone if it wants to talk; Iranian minister heads to Russia

President Donald Trump said on Sunday Iran could telephone if it wants to negotiate an end to their two-month

Trump says Iran can phone if it wants to talk; Iranian minister heads to Russia
Business|Economy|Finance|World

Global military spending rises 2.9% despite US decline over Ukraine freeze

Global military spending rose 2.9% in 2025 despite a 7.5% decline in the United States as President Donald Trump halted new financial military aid to

Global military spending rises 2.9% despite US decline over Ukraine freeze
Arts|Crime|Entertainment|Europe|Political|US|World

DC gala shooting suspect aired grievances against Trump in writings to family

The man accused of opening fire at the White House Correspondents’ Association dinner referred to himself as a “Friendly Federal Assassin” in writings sent to family members minutes before the shooting

DC gala shooting suspect aired grievances against Trump in writings to family
Election|US|World

As US high court prepares ruling, Americans oppose ending birthright citizenship, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds

A majority of Americans believe all babies born in the country should automatically be granted citizenship, according to a Reuters/Ipsos

As US high court prepares ruling, Americans oppose ending birthright citizenship, Reuters/Ipsos poll finds
Crime|Political|World

ICE detained family less than two days after court ordered their release

An Egyptian family which was released from more than 10 months of immigration

ICE detained family less than two days after court ordered their release
Economy|World

The Latest: Trump says he called off dispatching envoys to Iran talks

President Donald Trump says he told top U_S_ envoys not to travel to Pakistan to negotiate with Iran, telling Fox News that ″they can call us anytime they want.”

The Latest: Trump says he called off dispatching envoys to Iran talks
Business|Economy|Political|World

Iran says it won't accept 'maximalist demands' as Islamabad hosts peace push

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi laid out Iran's demands and its reservations about U.S. positions on

Iran says it won't accept 'maximalist demands' as Islamabad hosts peace push
Americas|Business|Crime|Economy|Political|US|World

A sudden shift: ICE arrests drop nearly 12% after Minneapolis killings and immigration shake-up

At the peak of the crackdown, carloads of masked immigration officers were a common sight in the streets of Minneapolis, while thousands of people were being arrested every week in Texas, Florida and California

A sudden shift: ICE arrests drop nearly 12% after Minneapolis killings and immigration shake-up
Business|Economy|Education|Political|World

In Supreme Court fight against deportation shield, Trump says judges have no role

Among President Donald Trump's main arguments at the U.S.

In Supreme Court fight against deportation shield, Trump says judges have no role
Political|World

Afghanistan calls on Afghans who helped US in war and are now stuck in Qatar to return home

Afghanistan’s foreign ministry says Afghans who helped the U.S. war effort and are stuck in Qatar can safely return home

Afghanistan calls on Afghans who helped US in war and are now stuck in Qatar to return home
Business|Economy|Environment|Political|World

Oil prices end volatile session mixed but up sharply for the week on supply worries

Oil prices whipsawed in volatile trade on Friday, but were higher on the week, as traders weighed supply disruptions against the

Oil prices end volatile session mixed but up sharply for the week on supply worries
Economy|Europe|MidEast|Political|World

The Latest: Trump sending Witkoff and Kushner to Pakistan for talks with Iran foreign minister

U.S. President Donald Trump is sending envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner to Pakistan on Saturday to continue talks with Iran

The Latest: Trump sending Witkoff and Kushner to Pakistan for talks with Iran foreign minister
Business|Economy|Political|US|World

US considers using Defense Production Act in Spirit Airlines restructuring, source says

U.S.

US considers using Defense Production Act in Spirit Airlines restructuring, source says
Business|Economy|Health|Science

Johnson & Johnson to offer four prescription medicines on TrumpRx website

Johnson & Johnson will start selling four of its medications on the Trump administration's TrumpRx website, the company told Reuters on Friday.

Johnson & Johnson to offer four prescription medicines on TrumpRx website
Crime|Political|US|World

Southern Poverty Law Center charged with defrauding donors with payments to extremist informants

The Southern Poverty Law Center has been indicted on federal fraud charges alleging it improperly raised millions of dollars to secretly pay leaders of the Ku Klux Klan and other hate groups for inside information

Southern Poverty Law Center charged with defrauding donors with payments to extremist informants
Political|US|World

Trump administration to re-terminate legal status of migrants who used Biden-era app

The Trump administration again plans to terminate the legal status of hundreds of thousands of migrants, after a judge blocked its initial effort to revoke

Trump administration to re-terminate legal status of migrants who used Biden-era app
Crime|Health|Political

Will Trump's reclassifying of medical marijuana have any impact on criminal justice reform?

The Trump administration’s historic move to reclassify state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug was cheered by some advocates but for others, it fell far short for the thousands incarcerated for federal cannabis-related convictions

Will Trump's reclassifying of medical marijuana have any impact on criminal justice reform?
Business|Economy

How the DOJ went from investigating Powell to dropping the case

The Federal Reserve's years-long renovation of two historic buildings along the National Mall to be used as part of its headquarters in Washington exploded into political

How the DOJ went from investigating Powell to dropping the case
Political|US|World

Witkoff and Kushner headed to Pakistan for Iran talks, White House says

U.S.

Witkoff and Kushner headed to Pakistan for Iran talks, White House says
Business|Crime|Economy|Finance|Political

Justice Dept drops investigation into Fed Chair Powell, removing obstacle to Warsh

The Justice Department is closing its investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, U.S.

Justice Dept drops investigation into Fed Chair Powell, removing obstacle to Warsh
Crime|Political|US|World

Justice Department to allow firing squads for executions in move to ramp up capital punishment

The Justice Department will adopt firing squad as a permitted method of execution as the Trump administration moves to ramp up and expedite capital punishment cases

Justice Department to allow firing squads for executions in move to ramp up capital punishment
Political|US|World

Trump’s effort to bar migrants from claiming asylum at the border rejected, setting up possible Supreme Court showdown

Trump’s effort to bar migrants from claiming asylum at the border rejected, setting up possible Supreme Court showdown

Trump’s effort to bar migrants from claiming asylum at the border rejected, setting up possible Supreme Court showdown
Arts

Justice Department’s effort to strip citizenship from naturalized Americans could face widespread judicial pushback

Denaturalization risks becoming a tool of political control, creating a permanent vulnerability for more than 20 million naturalized Americans.

Justice Department’s effort to strip citizenship from naturalized Americans could face widespread judicial pushback
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Pentagon email floats suspending Spain from NATO, other steps over Iran rift, source says

An internal Pentagon email outlines options for the United States to punish NATO allies it believes failed to support U.S. operations in the war with

Pentagon email floats suspending Spain from NATO, other steps over Iran rift, source says
Economy|Technology|World

US freezes $344 million in cryptocurrency said to be linked to Iran

US freezes $344 million in cryptocurrency said to be linked to Iran

US freezes $344 million in cryptocurrency said to be linked to Iran
Business|Health|Political|Science|World

FDA plans ultra-fast review of three psychedelic drugs following Trump directive

The Food and Drug Administration says it will offer ultra-fast review to three psychedelic drugs being studied for hard-to-treat mental health conditions, including major depression

FDA plans ultra-fast review of three psychedelic drugs following Trump directive
Europe|MidEast|Political|World

Sánchez sidesteps a Spain-US dispute at NATO, brushing off reported Pentagon email

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez is declining to engage in a dispute with the U.S. over reports that the Pentagon is considering punishing NATO members who don't support U.S. operations in the Iran war

Sánchez sidesteps a Spain-US dispute at NATO, brushing off reported Pentagon email
Education|MidEast|Political|US|World

Trump administration probes NYC Department of Education over pro-Palestinian group

U.S.

Trump administration probes NYC Department of Education over pro-Palestinian group
Business|Environment|Science|Technology

Offshore wind farms take shape along Rhode Island's coast, even as Trump wants to stop them

Offshore wind turbines roughly three times the height of the Statue of Liberty were spinning far off the coast of Rhode Island on Thursday, sending clean electricity to the region

Offshore wind farms take shape along Rhode Island's coast, even as Trump wants to stop them
Business|Economy|Health|Political|World

Trump announces drug pricing deal with Regeneron

President Donald Trump announced a drug pricing deal with Regeneron Pharmaceuticals on Thursday, wrapping up the

Trump announces drug pricing deal with Regeneron
Americas|Economy|Political|World

Cuban diplomat denies that releasing political prisoners is part of US negotiations

Havana won't abide by any American “ultimatums” to release political prisoners as part of new talks

Cuban diplomat denies that releasing political prisoners is part of US negotiations
Business|Economy|Finance|Health

Trump unveils deal with Regeneron to lower drug prices as part of most-favored-nation initiative

President Donald Trump has announced a deal with Regeneron to lower the cost of its pharmaceutical products

Trump unveils deal with Regeneron to lower drug prices as part of most-favored-nation initiative
Crime|Political|US|World

US Justice Department watchdog to review release of Epstein files

The U.S.

US Justice Department watchdog to review release of Epstein files
Business|Economy|Finance|Political|World

Crude oil futures jump on reports of air attacks, Iran power struggle

Crude oil futures spiked $5 a barrel on Thursday after reports that air defenses were engaging targets over Tehran and of a power struggle between Iran's

Crude oil futures jump on reports of air attacks, Iran power struggle
Crime|US|World

Civil rights groups condemn Southern Poverty Law Center's indictment and prepare for legal fights

The Southern Poverty Law Center's indictment is sparking outrage among civil rights leaders

Civil rights groups condemn Southern Poverty Law Center's indictment and prepare for legal fights
Business|Economy|Finance|US

Spirit Airlines in advanced talks for federal financing, lawyer says

Spirit Airlines is in advanced discussions with the federal government over financing to help it restructure as it faces a cash

Spirit Airlines in advanced talks for federal financing, lawyer says
Health|Political|Science|US|World

Trump reclassifies state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug in a historic shift

A cannabis industry group calls President Donald Trump’s reclassification of state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug “the most significant federal advancement in cannabis policy" in decades

Trump reclassifies state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug in a historic shift
Business|Economy|Finance|World

US fixed 30-year mortgage rate drops to 6.23%

The average rate on the popular U.S. 30-year fixed-rate mortgage fell this week, though further declines are likely to be limited by uncertainty surrounding a fragile

US fixed 30-year mortgage rate drops to 6.23%
Business|Health|World

Instant View: Cannabis rescheduling fuels optimism across industry

The U.S.

Instant View: Cannabis rescheduling fuels optimism across industry
Crime|Economy|Political|World

Trump’s DOJ has cut thousands of law-enforcement jobs while vowing to get tough on crime  

The Trump administration has cut more than 4,000 employees from some of the nation’s top law-enforcement agencies, even as it vowed

Trump’s DOJ has cut thousands of law-enforcement jobs while vowing to get tough on crime  
Africa|Political|World

Trump poised to expand refugee program for white South Africans

President Donald Trump's administration is considering more than doubling an annual refugee limit to bring more white South Africans into the U.S.,

Trump poised to expand refugee program for white South Africans
Americas|Crime|Economy|Political|Sports|World

Houston amends curbs on ICE cooperation after governor's threat ahead of World Cup

Houston city officials amended on Wednesday an ordinance that halted cooperation with federal immigration authorities after the Texas governor

Houston amends curbs on ICE cooperation after governor's threat ahead of World Cup
Crime|Education|Health|Political|World

Trump administration flies 10-year-old back from Cuba amid custody fight involving gender identity

The Trump administration has taken the unusual step of sending a government plane to Cuba to return a 10-year-old at the center of a complicated and contentious custody fight involving the child’s gender identity

Trump administration flies 10-year-old back from Cuba amid custody fight involving gender identity
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US Navy Secretary Phelan fired, sources say

Navy Secretary John Phelan has been fired, a U.S. official and a person familiar with the matter said on Wednesday, in another wartime shakeup at the

US Navy Secretary Phelan fired, sources say
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The Latest: Iran attacks 3 ships in the Strait of Hormuz as Trump indefinitely extends ceasefire

U.S. President Donald Trump said the United States was indefinitely extending its ceasefire with Iran as a new round of peace talks was on hold

The Latest: Iran attacks 3 ships in the Strait of Hormuz as Trump indefinitely extends ceasefire
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Trump administration settles lawsuit with ex-Trump adviser Carter Page

Trump administration settles lawsuit with ex-Trump adviser Carter Page

Trump administration settles lawsuit with ex-Trump adviser Carter Page
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Vaccines, budget cuts and affordability: Takeaways from RFK Jr.’s gauntlet of congressional hearings

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has concluded a marathon of budget hearings with federal lawmakers

Vaccines, budget cuts and affordability: Takeaways from RFK Jr.’s gauntlet of congressional hearings
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US weighs plan to send Afghans who helped with war effort from Qatar to a third country

The Trump administration is in discussions to potentially send more than 1,000 Afghans who assisted America’s war effort and relatives of U.S. service members stuck in Qatar to a third country

US weighs plan to send Afghans who helped with war effort from Qatar to a third country
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Spirit Airlines close to a $500 million bailout from Trump administration

Spirit Airlines close to a $500 million bailout from Trump administration

Spirit Airlines close to a $500 million bailout from Trump administration
Business|Economy|Technology

Board game maker files claim as tariff refunds open nationwide

Board game maker files claim as tariff refunds open nationwide

Board game maker files claim as tariff refunds open nationwide
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Trump administration nears $500 million Spirit rescue as Iran fuel shock hits airlines

The Trump administration is nearing a deal to rescue low-cost carrier Spirit Airlines that could include up

Trump administration nears $500 million Spirit rescue as Iran fuel shock hits airlines
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Fannie, Freddie to accept 'predictive' credit scores, US officials say

Housing finance giants Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are now accepting additional credit scores that take into account rent and

Fannie, Freddie to accept 'predictive' credit scores, US officials say
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Trump ballroom deal shields donor identities, limits conflict safeguards, contract shows

Newly released documents show the Trump administration set up a legal framework allowing hundreds of millions of dollars in anonymous private donations to fund

Trump ballroom deal shields donor identities, limits conflict safeguards, contract shows
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Boeing CEO: Trump is key to closing major plane order from Chinese airlines

Boeing is counting on the Trump

Boeing CEO: Trump is key to closing major plane order from Chinese airlines
Africa|World

US in talks to resettle 1,100 Afghans in Congo, group says

The Trump administration is in talks with the Democratic Republic of Congo to resettle 1,100 Afghans who have been stranded in Qatar awaiting U.S. visas,

US in talks to resettle 1,100 Afghans in Congo, group says
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Ibogaine is drawing new interest from the Trump administration. Here’s what to know about the psychedelic

Ibogaine is drawing new interest from the Trump administration. Here’s what to know about the psychedelic

Ibogaine is drawing new interest from the Trump administration. Here’s what to know about the psychedelic
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Virginia voters approve redistricting plan that could boost Democrats’ seats in Congress

Virginia voters have approved a congressional redistricting plan that could help Democrats win up to four additional U.S. House seats in this year’s midterm elections

Virginia voters approve redistricting plan that could boost Democrats’ seats in Congress
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Expert quits US HIV role, rebukes Trump's global health approach

The chief science officer for the U.S. flagship HIV/AIDS program left his role this week and criticized the Trump administration's cuts to foreign

Expert quits US HIV role, rebukes Trump's global health approach
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US Southern Poverty Law Center charged with fraud over use of paid informants

The Trump administration obtained a criminal indictment on Tuesday charging the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC), a

US Southern Poverty Law Center charged with fraud over use of paid informants
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US judge blocks Trump administration actions stymieing wind, solar projects

A federal judge on Tuesday blocked President Donald Trump's administration from enforcing a series of permitting policies that wind and solar energy

US judge blocks Trump administration actions stymieing wind, solar projects
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Warsh says he got no pressure from Trump to cut rates even as president publicly pushes for them

President Donald Trump’s nominee to chair the Federal Reserve says that he never promised the White House he would cut interest rates, even as the president renewed his calls for the central bank to do so

Warsh says he got no pressure from Trump to cut rates even as president publicly pushes for them
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Dr. Oz announces a 50-state audit of Medicaid program oversight

The Trump administration is requiring all 50 states to explain their plans to revalidate some Medicaid providers

Dr. Oz announces a 50-state audit of Medicaid program oversight
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Warsh says he made no rate-cut promises to Trump, plans 'robust' Fed reforms

Federal Reserve chief nominee Kevin Warsh said on Tuesday he had made no promises to President Donald Trump about cutting interest rates, as he

Warsh says he made no rate-cut promises to Trump, plans 'robust' Fed reforms
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US announces ceasefire extension with Iran

U.S.

US announces ceasefire extension with Iran
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What to know about psychedelic therapies cited by Trump

U.S.

What to know about psychedelic therapies cited by Trump
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Voting rights groups sue over US demand for state voter rolls

Voting rights activists accused the Trump administration in a lawsuit on Tuesday of laying the groundwork for voter purges that could illegally remove eligible voters

Voting rights groups sue over US demand for state voter rolls
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France's Engie discussing refund for US offshore wind projects with Trump administration

French utility Engie is in talks with the Trump administration about a possible refund for its U.S. offshore wind project leases amid the president's

France's Engie discussing refund for US offshore wind projects with Trump administration
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Mexico's Sheinbaum demands explanation after US officials die after operation in Chihuahua

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum says she was unaware of any collaboration between the U.S. and local authorities in Chihuahua after four officials died in an accident over the weekend

Mexico's Sheinbaum demands explanation after US officials die after operation in Chihuahua
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Fate of Iran peace talks uncertain as deadline approaches for end of ceasefire

Iran is considering attending peace talks with the United States in Pakistan, a senior Iranian official told

Fate of Iran peace talks uncertain as deadline approaches for end of ceasefire
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High-level US delegation visits Cuba as Trump ups pressure

High-level US delegation visits Cuba as Trump ups pressure

High-level US delegation visits Cuba as Trump ups pressure
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Witnesses subpoenaed to testify before DC grand jury in John Brennan investigation, AP sources say

The Justice Department has subpoenaed several witnesses to testify before a federal grand jury in Washington as part of its investigation into former CIA Director John Brennan

Witnesses subpoenaed to testify before DC grand jury in John Brennan investigation, AP sources say
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Vance has not yet left for Iran talks in Pakistan, source says

Vice President JD Vance is still in the United States and has not yet departed for Pakistan, a source familiar with the matter told Reuters, as prospects for a second

Vance has not yet left for Iran talks in Pakistan, source says
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Psychedelic drug developers rally after Trump orders FDA to expedite reviews

Shares of psychedelic drug developers rose on Monday after U.S.

Psychedelic drug developers rally after Trump orders FDA to expedite reviews
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Michigan attorney general rejects Trump administration ballot request amid broader push to challenge elections

Michigan attorney general rejects Trump administration ballot request amid broader push to challenge elections

Michigan attorney general rejects Trump administration ballot request amid broader push to challenge elections
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Businesses begin claiming refunds for Trump tariffs struck down by US Supreme Court

A refund system for businesses that paid tariffs which the U.S. Supreme Court eventually struck down has launched

Businesses begin claiming refunds for Trump tariffs struck down by US Supreme Court
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Fears of looser standards as the FBI and Justice Department scramble to fill a depleted workforce

The FBI and Justice Department are scrambling to rebuild a depleted workforce after a wave of departures over the last year

Fears of looser standards as the FBI and Justice Department scramble to fill a depleted workforce
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How the Fed chair succession saga could become a real mess

How the Fed chair succession saga could become a real mess

How the Fed chair succession saga could become a real mess
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Trump signs order to accelerate access to psychedelic drug treatments

U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Saturday intended to speed up access to medical research and treatment based on psychedelic drugs. 

Trump signs order to accelerate access to psychedelic drug treatments
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Ukraine strikes Russian oil refineries hours after US waives sanctions on Moscow’s oil

Ukraine strikes Russian oil refineries hours after US waives sanctions on Moscow’s oil

Ukraine strikes Russian oil refineries hours after US waives sanctions on Moscow’s oil