A federal judge rejected former President Joe Biden’s bid to block the Justice Department from releasing audio recordings and transcripts tied to a classified documents investigation. This clears the way for their disclosure to a conservative group and Congress. The ruling stems from a Freedom of Information Act lawsuit filed by the Heritage Foundation and its […]

When unseasonably freezing temperatures in early April wiped out most of the fruit on one of Utah farmer Kent Pyne’s orchards, he was still hopeful he’d have at least some to sell. He had a second orchard, which still had a full crop.  But then, two weeks later came a second freeze, “and we lost […]

Noting various problems that have emerged around the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool, President Donald Trump said it may now have to be drained for “necessary repairs.” The pool recently reopened after a $14 million renovation that included leak repairs, a new filtration system and a blue liner. Trump promoted the project as a major upgrade to […]

Multiple wildfires continued burning across Utah on Sunday as state officials warned of dry, hazardous conditions and urged residents to remain vigilant. Gov. Spencer Cox said the state is deploying all available resources to combat the fires, which have stretched emergency response teams across several regions. “Utah is facing multiple wildfires across the state today, […]

Delegations from the U.S. and Iran are in Bürgenstock, Switzerland for talks aimed at finding a long-term end to the war. These talks come days after the U.S. and Iran signed a memorandum of understanding establishing a 60-day ceasefire. Key parts of that memorandum include the “immediate termination” of military operations on all fronts, including between the […]

Negotiations between the U.S. and Iran will be held Sunday in Bürgenstock, Switzerland, days after the two nations signed a memorandum of understanding establishing a 60-day ceasefire. Mediators from Pakistan and Qatar will participate in the discussions as well, Pakistan’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs said on X. This trip was initially planned for Friday, but […]

British media reports Prime Minister Keir Starmer could step down as early as Monday, though his office insists he remains focused on governing. The Observer reported that Starmer is expected to outline an orderly exit after holding discussions with senior allies and his wife. The report said senior Labour Party figures anticipate a “clear statement” on […]

A bipartisan effort to overhaul college athletics cleared a major hurdle this week as the Senate Commerce Committee voted 19-9 to advance the Protect College Sports Act of 2026, sending the legislation to the full Senate amid renewed scrutiny over athlete gambling rules sparked by the Brendan Sorsby controversy. The bill, crafted by Sens. Ted […]

For generations, Father’s Day had a certain low-maintenance charm: Fire up the grill, grab some beer and, if you’re feeling generous, gift him a tie, a goofy mug or a new power tool. But like fatherhood itself, the holiday is evolving.  This year, Father’s Day spending in the U.S. is expected to reach a record […]