President Donald Trump once again put the nation’s capital in the spotlight. After his federal takeover of Washington, D.C., officially expired last week, he warned early Monday that he may declare another national emergency if local police refuse to work with immigration authorities. Trump wrote on Truth Social that his use of troops and the […]
The United States and China have agreed on a framework to keep TikTok operating in America, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said Monday. He described a shift to U.S.-controlled ownership ahead of a Sept. 17 divest-or-ban deadline. U.S. officials said a short extension is possible to finalize terms. Speaking in Madrid after two days of talks, […]
In June 2006, high above a valley in Afghanistan, Army Sgt. 1st Class Jared Christopher Monti gave his life while attempting to protect one of his comrades, leading him to receive a posthumous Medal of Honor.
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox on Sunday said the man accused in the killing of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk was “deeply indoctrinated with leftist ideology,” citing information provided by the suspect’s family and acquaintances. Appearing on CNN’s “State of the Union,” Cox discussed the ongoing investigation into Tyler Robinson, who has been charged in connection with Kirk’s death. […]
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited the Western Wall while in Israel Sunday, where he is expected to discuss recent Israeli strikes on Hamas leaders in Qatar. Despite criticism of the strikes from United States President Donald Trump, Israel’s Prime Minister insisted that relations between the U.S. and his country has “never been […]
A drug-resistant fungus is spreading quickly across hospitals in Europe, and the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control is warning that it can pose a “serious threat to patients and health care systems.” According to the Centre, case numbers and outbreaks are both increasing, with several countries saying they’ve seen “ongoing local transmission.” The […]
Republican Rep. Michael McCaul of Texas announced Sunday he will not seek re-election when his current term ends in 2026. This closes a chapter on a more than 20-year career in Congress that has largely focused on national security, foreign affairs and international diplomacy. “It’s been an honor to serve in the Congress for over […]
Thousands of the Catholic faithful packed St. Peter’s Square in Rome on Sunday to celebrate the 70th birthday of Pope Leo XIV, the first pontiff from the United States. The pope appeared on the balcony of the Apostolic Palace for his regular Sunday blessing, greeted by a festive crowd holding balloons, banners and signs wishing […]
The final stage of Vuelta a Espana ended early on Sunday as a result of pro-Palestinian protests at the event. Visma-Lease a Bike rider Jonas Vingegaard of Denmark ultimately won the race, which started in August. Spanish authorities, according to The Associated Press, said more than 100,000 people participated in Sunday’s demonstration. Twenty two people […]
Romania became the second NATO ally to spot Russian drones in its airspace after Poland did just days before. Both Poland and Romanian forces scrambled fighters in response. According to the Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Romanian Air Force intercepted a Russian drone violating its airspace near the Danube River. Two allied German Eurofighters were […]
