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U.S. military strikes Iran, while Trump vows more for Tehran's retaliation
The U.S. military hit targets in Iran on Tuesday and Tehran fired missiles and drones at various sites across the region in response as hostilities flare once again in an intermittent war.
Incumbent Sen. Ed Markey wins Massachusetts' Democratic primary for US Senate
Senator Ed Markey, aged 80, secured the Democratic nomination for the US Senate in Massachusetts, defeating younger challenger Rep. Seth Moulton. The primary highlighted a generational divide within the party, with Moulton advocating for new leadership. Markey’s victory underscores his continued political influence despite calls for renewal.
North Carolina Rep. Chuck Edwards is formally censured over harassment allegations
The censure vote drew bipartisan support, and followed an investigation by the House Ethics Committee into allegations of sexual harassment against two young female staff members.
Congress averts a government shutdown ahead of the midterms
With just a few weeks to spare, the House approved legislation extending funding through mid-December.
Beloved writer and environmentalist Wendell Berry has died at age 92
Wendell Berry has died at age 92 He was a beloved American poet, novelist, essayist, and farmer.
SCOTUS allows Trump's ballroom project to continue. And, the Army secretary resigns
The Supreme Court has ruled that President Trump's ballroom project may continue. And, Army Secretary Dan Driscoll resigns after 18 months on the job.
Why the Supreme Court's ballroom ruling could matter beyond the ballroom
Georgetown Law professor Stephen Vladeck explains the separation-of-powers questions raised by the Supreme Court's decision on the White House ballroom.
Whistleblower claims USPS plan for Trump's mail voting order could 'derail' midterms
A whistleblower alleges that the U.S. Postal Service is rapidly developing an online system tied to President Trump's efforts to limit mail-in voting. The official warns that if courts permit the initiative to move forward, it has the potential to severely disrupt the midterm elections.
Judge to decide if Tyler Robinson will go to trial in Charlie Kirk murder case
Utah District Judge Tony Graf Jr. will hear arguments over evidence introduced in July, to decide if there's enough probable cause for a trial in the shooting of the conservative activist last year.
A makeover for college: No gym, no meal plan and two years of work
A new model in Vermont emphasizes hands-on learning while stripping away frills like gyms and meal plans that increase costs. Other newly created institutions are also reimagining college.
Made in America: How AI is keeping this U.S. factory competitive
GE Appliances is leaning heavily into artificial intelligence to improve quality and efficiency on the factory floor.
AI wealth is creating a 'mansion shortage' and upending San Francisco's housing market
Spiking prices and rental bidding wars are raising fears of more displacement in a city where previous tech booms and a housing shortage have already driven out many.
As Democratic-led states block ICE cooperation deals, local sheriffs push back in court
President Trump's ambitious deportation goals depend on the cooperation of local law enforcement, but some states don't want to take part. Now, sheriffs who want to cooperate with ICE are suing.
Days after Trump announces Venezuela oil deal, White House fills in some of the details
Following Donald Trump's announcement regarding a new oil agreement with Venezuela, the White House has disclosed additional implementation specifics. The arrangement involves establishing a private joint venture between the United States and North American Blue Energy Partners, a firm led by Venezuelan entrepreneur Alejandro Betancourt.
Hindu pilgrims, on arduous trek, among Nepal's missing
Hindu pilgrims from India and other locations are among the hundreds of individuals reported missing near Nepal's border with China. These travelers were undertaking a religious journey toward a sacred mountain when they disappeared.
Amid backlash, museum cancels planned Met Gala exhibit on fashion designer John Galliano
The Metropolitan Museum of Art is canceling exhibit honoring British designer John Galliano. The exhibit had led to backlash because of the designer's past antisemitic and racist statements.
Jury convicts a man of first-degree murder for the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur
A jury found Duane "Keffe D" Davis guilty of orchestrating the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur, finally bringing a measure of resolution to a case that had gripped hip-hop fans for decades.
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is stepping down, White House says
Army Secretary Dan Driscoll is stepping down after 18 months on the job, the White House said Monday, in the latest departure of a top military leader during the Trump administration.
Nearly 200 witnesses to Charlie Kirk shooting apply for victims' benefits in Utah
While the high-profile shooting at Utah Valley University had only one homicide victim, Kirk's assassination was witnessed by thousands in person and even more as video spread online.
The U.S. sues Amazon again
Federal regulators and 22 states allege that the tech giant made billions by manipulating how much brands and sellers paid for ads on its platform.
