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Hungary Showed How to Defeat an Autocrat
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Hungary did it. The United States can, too.

Live updates: Trump weighs new Iran deal; Bondi faces House Oversight questions on Epstein files
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President Trump said Friday morning that he was heading to the White House Situation Room to make a “final determination” on a tentative deal in the Iran conflict. Trump, in a Truth Social post, laid out the situation he was considering, saying no money would change hands, the Strait of Hormuz would open and the…

U.S., Iran nearing deal to end war and reopen Strait of Hormuz - The Washington Post
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U.S., Iran nearing deal to end war and reopen Strait of Hormuz  The Washington Post

‘Housing First’ became housing only
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The Trump administration is pursuing a different path to address homelessness, focusing on treatment, recovery, and self-sufficiency rather than just providing housing, and prioritizing programs that demonstrate measurable results in these areas.

Top Songs May 2026
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With the competition for song of the summer in full swing, The Onion shares the 20 most popular tracks of July. The post Top Songs May 2026 appeared first on The Onion.

Kenya court suspends U.S. plan for Ebola quarantine facility for Americans
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A court in Kenya on Friday suspended a U.S. plan to establish a quarantine facility for Americans exposed to a rare type of Ebola virus spreading in northeastern Congo.

The Politics of the Downwardly Mobile Professional Class
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The debate over whether Graham Platner is “working class” comes at a time when more and more people are at risk of falling into it.

Trump Clears Way for Companies to Avoid Taxes in Havens Including Malta and Cyprus
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U.S. companies skirted at least $40 billion in taxes since the beginning of 2025 thanks to schemes in places like Malta, Bermuda and Cyprus.

Reactions to drone incident in Romania - Reuters
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Reactions to drone incident in Romania  Reuters

UN places Israel and Russia on sexual violence blacklist - Reuters
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UN places Israel and Russia on sexual violence blacklist  Reuters

Biden adviser: Iran deal ‘may be the best of the very bad outcomes’
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Former national security adviser Jake Sullivan on Friday blasted the Trump administration’s approach to negotiating with Iran but said the tentative deal that U.S. officials are considering may be their best option left. Sullivan, who helped negotiate the Obama administration’s 2015 Iran nuclear deal, said in an interview on MS NOW’s “Morning Joe” that he…

Ohio data center tax break suspended amid battle over paying cost for AI power
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Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine (R) suspended the state’s tax exemption for new data centers, which has drawn developers of the power facilities to the Buckeye State amid the boom of artificial intelligence. DeWine, in an announcement Wednesday, said he directed the chair of the Ohio Tax Credit Authority to temporarily halt consideration of new data…

Court Awards $400M Default Judgment Against North Korea to Victims of 1968 Attack on U.S.S. Pueblo
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A short excerpt from the long opinion in Does v. Democratic People's Republic of N. Korea, decided yesterday by Judge… The post Court Awards $400M Default Judgment Against North Korea to Victims of 1968 Attack on U.S.S. Pueblo appeared first on Reason.com.

Canadian 'poison seller' pleads guilty to aiding suicides by selling toxic chemical online
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Families say he should also be charged in Britain after he sold lethal substances to people across the world, including the UK.

OpenAI gives Japan banks access to latest model, Japan's finance minister says - Reuters
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OpenAI gives Japan banks access to latest model, Japan's finance minister says  Reuters

Republicans Shrug at Trump's Outrageous Corruption
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Gold statue of Donald Trump and plaque

Trump trolls Jill Biden over debate ‘stroke’ remark, offers alternate theory
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President Trump mocked former first lady Jill Biden on social media Friday after she revealed in an interview that she believed her husband was “having a stroke” during his disastrous CNN debate performance against Trump in 2024. “She said that she thought he was having a ‘stroke,’ and various other really bad things, and yet…

Inside the Room Where War Insurance Is Bought and Sold
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Many of the ships stranded in the Persian Gulf depend on coverage negotiated at Lloyd’s, the center of marine insurance for more than 300 years.

This is not the time to withdraw troops from Europe
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Signaling force drawdowns from Europe only whets Putin's insatiable appetite.

California Judge "Cited and Relied on a Fictitious Case" Submitted by Lawyer, Even Though …
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opposing counsel had "directly and swiftly pointed the errors out to the trial court."

Why Hasn’t California Elected a Woman Governor?
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Most states have had a woman serve as governor, but California is in the minority despite its progressive-minded electorate. Women who have reached the top elsewhere saw familiar roadblocks.

Freedom 250 spokesperson: Nothing ‘partisan’ about fair, as musical artists drop out
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A spokesperson for Freedom 250 — the massive bash taking place on the National Mall in Washington to celebrate America’s 250th birthday — has pushed back against claims that the event is politically affiliated after a number of scheduled artists dropped out, citing complaints that they were misled. “It is inherently nonpolitical. It is a…

James Talarico vs. Ken Paxton, the Pope on AI, and Caves
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Robby Soave and Christian Britschgi discuss Texas senate primary

Russian Drone Hits Romanian Apartment Building, Officials Say
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Romania is a NATO country, and the security alliance condemned “Russia’s recklessness” for an episode that sharply escalated tensions with Moscow.

What to Know About the Drones That Have Been Crossing Into Romania
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The strike on Friday, near the Ukrainian border, was the first to injure civilians in Romania, officials say. But drones from the nearby war have been a growing threat.

Panel on Free Speech at the Library of Congress This Tuesday (June 2), 5:30 to 7:30 pm (Moderated by David Lat)
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Mary Anne Franks (GW), Emerson Sykes (ACLU), and I will be discussing a wide range of free speech matters.

Judge temporarily blocks Justice Department’s $1.8B ‘anti-weaponization’ fund
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A federal judge temporarily blocked the government from doling out money from President Trump’s new “anti-weaponization” fund Friday.  U.S. District Judge Leonie Brinkema indicated the pause is meant to ensure no money is “irreversibly disbursed” from the fund until she can rule on an emergency motion to block it.  “It is important that the status quo be maintained until plaintiffs’ pending Motion has been…

US judge temporarily blocks Trump's $1.8 billion 'weaponization' fund - Reuters
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US judge temporarily blocks Trump's $1.8 billion 'weaponization' fund  Reuters

Comer takes heat over arrangements for Bondi interview on Epstein files
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House Oversight and Government Reform Committee leadership clashed over the terms of former Attorney General Pam Bondi’s closed-door appearance Friday, with Democrats bashing committee Chair James Comer (R-Ky.) for agreeing to a voluntary interview. Bondi was subpoenaed for a deposition in March, but Comer agreed to let Bondi sit for a transcribed interview, a different…

States that don’t want Black voters don’t deserve Black athletes
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A Black worker in 2026 has the right to factor whether the state taxing their labor will count their vote.

Dell shares soar 33% as AI server demand, price hikes power stellar quarter - Reuters
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Dell shares soar 33% as AI server demand, price hikes power stellar quarter  Reuters

'Controversial' North Korean invasion setting for next Call of Duty game
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Developer Infinity Ward said the game will be "grounded in the military authenticity" the series is known for.

China Threatens to Launch Trade Probes Against the European Union
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Beijing threatened to launch trade probes against the European Union if the 27-member bloc pushes ahead with a proposal to curb imports of heavily subsidized foreign products.

The Knicks’ Playoff Run Has Brought a Peculiar Harmony to New York
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The team’s playoff run has brought a curious sense of amity to the city.

Iran Is Turning America's Sanctions Playbook Against It
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President Trump with cargo ships and oil tankers behind him

Wall St edges higher at open with Mideast deal updates in focus - Reuters
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Wall St edges higher at open with Mideast deal updates in focus  Reuters

‘Hacks’: Why Friends Don’t Have to Be the Same Age
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In an era of weakened social connections, experts say, bonding with an older or younger friend offers unique benefits.

At least 5 dead after crash involving bus, 6 vehicles on I-95 in Virginia: police
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At least five people have died, and dozens were hospitalized on after a bus crashed on I-95 in Stafford County, according to state police.

Canadian man admits aiding ‌suicide by selling ‌deadly chemicals online
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A Canadian man accused of selling ‌deadly chemicals online to people who took their own lives has pleaded guilty ​to aiding ‌suicide.

Watch live: Bessent delivers warning on US manufacturing
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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will deliver a speech at the Reagan National Economic Forum on Friday warning that decades of U.S. industrial policy have left the country strategically vulnerable. During a talk titled “While America Slept,” Bessent will argue that policymakers have sought efficiency over resilience, hollowing out productive capacity in semiconductors, rare earths, medicines…

Gap, American Eagle fall as brand troubles weaken annual forecasts - Reuters
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Gap, American Eagle fall as brand troubles weaken annual forecasts  Reuters

Oil output at Kazakhstan's Tengiz field shrinks after an accident, sources say - Reuters
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Oil output at Kazakhstan's Tengiz field shrinks after an accident, sources say  Reuters

EU Commission agrees to unlock €16.4 billion for Hungary - Reuters
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EU Commission agrees to unlock €16.4 billion for Hungary  Reuters

STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re reading about Replimune drug getting third try at FDA approval, a Pfizer deal in China, and more
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Pharma updates from the Pharmalot campus via the Pharmalittle newsletter

STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re reading about a hepatitis B drug, CVS returns Lilly obesity drug to formularies, and more

In this morning's Pharmalittle roundup, we're reading about a hepatitis B drug, CVS returns Lilly obesity drug to formularies, and more.

Russian official warns Europe to brace for more drone incidents after Romania episode - Reuters
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Russian official warns Europe to brace for more drone incidents after Romania episode  Reuters

Maybe This Time
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Vice President J.D. Vance

Facing a threat to their privilege, Democrats call on Black men to sacrifice their careers
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Choosing silence while calling on teenagers to bear the costs is simply a failure of leadership.

Former US attorney general Pam Bondi testifies in congressional Epstein probe
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The testimony comes about a month after America's top prosecutor was ousted by US President Donald Trump.

Poll: Most say cost of living has never been worse
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A majority of Americans say the war with Iran has made everyday costs more expensive for them, according to a new poll. In the Politico poll released Friday morning, more than 60 percent of respondents overall believe President Trump has not done enough to shield Americans from the economic impacts of the war — including…

STAT+: Allogene CEO David Chang stepping down
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Pfizer invests billions to buy Chinese drugs, WHO maps experimental response to Ebola outbreak, and other biotech news from The Readout

Pakistan foreign minister set to discuss Iran with Rubio in Washington - Reuters

Pakistan foreign minister set to discuss Iran with Rubio in Washington  Reuters

Rocket Report: A dark day for Blue Origin; Pentagon eyes new launch site

A new crew launched to China's Tiangong space station, and one of the astronauts will stay for a year.

We Tracked Iran’s Secret Ghost Ships Transferring Oil at Sea

Watch how aging tankers are ferrying sanctioned oil to China—evading U.S. enforcement through a web of deceptive tactics.

Watch live: Jamie Dimon speaks at Reagan economic forum

Jamie Dimon, chairman and CEO of JPMorganChase, will speak at the Reagan National Economic Forum on Friday as the U.S. faces rising inflation amid the war in Iran. Dimon warned in his annual letter to shareholders last month that prolonged inflation and higher interest rates caused by the war could tip the U.S. economy into…

STAT+: Massachusetts sues UnitedHealth, alleging fraud in state’s Medicaid plans for seniors

State AG alleges UnitedHealthcare claimed some members were sicker to boost its profits.

New York can lead the way to universal healthcare coverage nationwide

New York lawmakers have been trying to pass the New York Health Act since 1992. Public support is overwhelming. And while most lawmakers have taken a public stance in favor of the bill, in private, many have been more reserved.   The reason is simple: The act would eliminate private health insurance in New York state overnight, potentially costing 50,000 insurance industry jobs and…

Meta Glasses Users Report Bug Where They Can See Mark Zuckerberg’s Memories

MENLO PARK, CA—Expressing frustration about the frequent error hampering the overall user experience, Meta Glasses wearers worldwide confirmed Friday encountering a bug where they are able to see Mark Zuckerberg’s memories. “I was filming video of my road trip with my Meta Oakleys and all of a sudden I’m seeing the POV of someone throwing […] The post Meta Glasses Users Report Bug Where They Can See Mark Zuckerberg’s Memories appeared first on The Onion.

Europeans Announce There Nothing Anyone Can Do To Make Them Stop Loving Michael Jackson

PARIS—Steadfast in their devotion to the treasured cultural keystone of their community, the roughly 743.5 million residents of Europe gathered Friday to announce that there’s nothing anyone can do to make them stop loving Michael Jackson. “You may try to break down our resolve with accusations that he engaged in inappropriate sexual behaviors, but our […] The post Europeans Announce There Nothing Anyone Can Do To Make Them Stop Loving Michael Jackson appeared first on The Onion.

Pit Bull Makes Throat-Slitting Gesture While Owner Not Looking

The post Pit Bull Makes Throat-Slitting Gesture While Owner Not Looking appeared first on The Onion.

Artist Profile: Kacey Musgraves

Kacey Musgraves has released Middle Of Nowhere, her seventh studio album. The Onion shares everything you need to know about the country star.  Genre: Sonically conservative, lyrically liberal Twangitude: 2.5 Glen Campbells How She Was Discovered In Nashville: Abandoned by bachelorette party Awards And Achievements: 4 Grammys turned into bongs  Hair: Purebred Friesian Biggest Rival: […] The post Artist Profile: Kacey Musgraves appeared first on The Onion.

Trump Executive Order Kickstarts Deep Sea Mining Rush

An executive order by President Trump intended to create a deep sea mining industry has spurred millions of dollars of investment, prompting fast-tracked permitting as companies rush to extract material from the bottom of the ocean. What do you think? The post Trump Executive Order Kickstarts Deep Sea Mining Rush appeared first on The Onion.

Asia defense summit opens amid doubts over U.S. priorities

The Shangri-La Dialogue, hosted by the International Institute for Strategic Studies, will also address tensions in the Middle East and Russia's war on Ukraine.

Nato condemns Russian 'recklessness' after drone hits Romanian residential block

Romania will hold an emergency meeting following the incident, in which two people were injured.

Zelenskiy could be stripped of top Polish honour, Poland's president says - Reuters

Zelenskiy could be stripped of top Polish honour, Poland's president says  Reuters

What does Blue Origin rocket mishap mean for Nasa's Moon mission?

Science correspondent Pallab Ghosh explains why the explosion is a setback for space exploration.

Which vaccines will curb the Ebola outbreak? WHO debates

The growing Ebola outbreak, the unknowns of microdosing GLP-1s, and more health news from Morning Rounds

Here's why the failure of Blue Origin's New Glenn rocket is so catastrophic

"I hope that it makes it far enough away from the pad that it does not cause pad damage."

Japan Confirms Yen Intervention Over Past Month, Spending Record Sum

Japan spent more than $73 billion between April 28 and May 27 to lift its currency relative to the dollar.

Luka Doncic on Trying to Bring an N.B.A. Team to Rome

The superstar is part of group that has bought a basketball team in Italy, with a plan to move the club to Rome in hopes of making it part of a new league.

WHO reports 906 suspected cases and 223 suspected deaths from Bundibugyo strain of Ebola - Reuters

WHO reports 906 suspected cases and 223 suspected deaths from Bundibugyo strain of Ebola  Reuters

STAT+: Up and down the ladder: The latest comings and goings

From new hires to departures, promotions and transfers, here are the latest comings and goings in the pharmaceutical industry.

The Art of the Deal, cont'd

Thirty-five retired federal judges ask the court to re-open Trump's case against the IRS because the dismissal of the claims constitutes, put simply, a fraud.

Man, woman and child die after fall from block of flats in London

A man, woman and child have died after falling from a high-rise block of flats in south London, police have said.

Top federal prosecutor in Chicago denies investigation into E. Jean Carroll

The top federal prosecutor in Chicago on Thursday denied reports that his office had opened a criminal investigation into E. Jean Carroll, the writer who accused President Trump of sexual assault and later won millions of dollars in her lawsuits against him. CNN first reported Wednesday evening that the Justice Department was investigating whether Carroll…

Sweden is now America’s most valuable tech ally. Most Americans haven’t noticed.

What has happened between Washington and Stockholm over the past 12 months is not routine diplomatic housekeeping.

Romania Says It Could Invoke NATO’s Article 4. What Would That Do?

The clause in NATO’s founding treaty is an “instrument” Romania can use, the foreign minister said after a drone, alleged to be Russian, wounded two civilians.

Trump's room to maneuver narrows as US, Iran close in on framework deal - Reuters

Trump's room to maneuver narrows as US, Iran close in on framework deal  Reuters

The $900 Billion Giant: How Anthropic Got So Big, So Fast

The artificial intelligence giant was just valued at $900 billion, surpassing OpenAI. Here are the numbers behind its rise — and headwinds it faces.

What if the AI boom goes into reverse?: Joachim Klement - Reuters

What if the AI boom goes into reverse?: Joachim Klement  Reuters

In Carroll Lawsuits Inquiry, Scrutiny Turns Toward Private Citizens Who Antagonized Trump

The Justice Department is said to be examining the funding of lawsuits brought by E. Jean Carroll, an author who has never sought a public role, political power or governmental authority.

Record-breaking heat and dry spring leave parts of England without water - Reuters

Record-breaking heat and dry spring leave parts of England without water  Reuters

Europe Is Edging Closer to a Trade War With China. Here’s Why.

As cheap goods pour in, threatening the continent’s manufacturing sector, a search for solutions is becoming increasingly urgent.

European Commission vows tougher action on trade with China - Reuters

European Commission vows tougher action on trade with China  Reuters

America Has a Masculinity Crisis

A much-needed, nuanced conversation about masculinity and feminism today.

A.I. Doesn’t Have to Mean Layoffs

A French multinational, Schneider Electric, decided to use artificial intelligence in manufacturing to make workers more productive, rather than to replace them. Here’s how that’s going.

Former Shaolin Temple's head sentenced to 24 years, state media reports - Reuters

Former Shaolin Temple's head sentenced to 24 years, state media reports  Reuters

Democrats press Patel for information after ‘VIP snorkel’ trip

Senate Democrats, led by Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (N.Y.) and Sen. Mazie Hirono (Hawaii), are pressing FBI Director Kash Patel and the Department of Justice’s acting inspector general for answers about whether Patel is using government resources for personal leisure after he took a “VIP snorkel” trip in Hawaii. Schumer, Hirono and Sen. Dick Durbin…

Man charged with spying on Iranian journalist in UK

A Greek national has been charged with assisting a foreign intelligence service, believed to be Iran, over the targeting of a UK-based journalist.

No Pseudonymity for Plaintiff Allegedly "Enticed by an Attractive, Busty Jewess"

From Judge Mark Kearney (E.D. Pa.) yesterday in Doe v. Trustees of the Univ. of Penn.(for more on the quote… The post No Pseudonymity for Plaintiff Allegedly "Enticed by an Attractive, Busty Jewess" appeared first on Reason.com.

Trump channels Reagan, dominates Republican Party

What do the two men have in common? First, they speak common sense to the common man. Second, they get things done. Third, their bold agendas infused new life into a moribund GOP.

Eleven children killed, injured every 24 hours in Lebanon, UN says - Reuters

Eleven children killed, injured every 24 hours in Lebanon, UN says  Reuters

Bret Michaels pulls out of America 250 concert, citing divisiveness, threats

Rock singer Bret Michaels has dropped out of the “Great American State Fair” set to take place later this month, becoming the fifth artist to withdraw from President Trump’s Freedom 250 concert. Michaels, the lead singer of the band Poison, announced he would no longer perform at the celebration on the National Lawn in Washington,…

Exclusive: Imported voters, fake websites: Russia's covert efforts to stop Armenia's pivot West - Reuters

Exclusive: Imported voters, fake websites: Russia's covert efforts to stop Armenia's pivot West  Reuters

Indian court ruling on Google keyword ads could reshape online advertising - Reuters

Indian court ruling on Google keyword ads could reshape online advertising  Reuters

Israel, Lebanon officials to meet. And, judge won't block Trump's mail-in voting order

Israel and Lebanon officials are set to meet today as U.S.-Iran peace talks continue. And, a federal judge declined to block Trump's executive order restricting mail-in voting.

Bankers lose appeal over Swiss bank accounts held by Putin's cellist friend - Reuters

Bankers lose appeal over Swiss bank accounts held by Putin's cellist friend  Reuters

Fed's Schmid warns against viewing oil shock as transitory - Reuters

Fed's Schmid warns against viewing oil shock as transitory  Reuters

Times/Siena Poll: 43% of Voters Dissatisfied With Both Parties

Persistent frustration over the economy and foreign policy has left many Americans feeling politically homeless, and young voters are particularly frustrated.

<a href="https://news.sky.com/story/politics-latest-tories-criticise-delay-in-publishing-defence-funding-plan-12593360?postid=11777167#liveblog-body">AI to be used to check age of asylum seekers posing as children</a>

<a href="https://news.sky.com/story/maternity-13546586">Inside UK's maternity system: What's going wrong?</a>

If the justices expand presidential power, how can they spare the Fed?

The court should avoid the middle path of expanding executive power in theory while preserving favored exceptions in practice.

Why more young people are taking mini-retirements - Reuters

Why more young people are taking mini-retirements  Reuters