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Russia Plague Scare: Lab Worker Death Triggers Mass Observation
A suspected plague case in eastern Russia has prompted authorities to place up to 189 people under medical observation in Irkutsk.
Bill Would Bar Federal Candidates From Betting on Their Own Races
A House Democrat is pushing legislation to ban candidates from trading election prediction market contracts, following a penalty levied against Kalshi.
USS George Washington Sailors Adapt to Combat Footing With Iran
Young Navy crew members aboard the USS George Washington face the psychological and operational realities of active conflict with Iran.
South Korea Weighs Alaska LNG Risks Against Trump's Pressure
Seoul is proceeding cautiously on Alaska LNG, wary of steep costs and uncertain commercial returns despite Washington's push for involvement.
Italy Warns EU Red Sea Naval Mission Falls Short of Need
Rome says the bloc's existing naval presence in the Red Sea remains inadequate as Houthi threats continue to disrupt global shipping lanes.
Pope Leo XIV and Anthropic Clash Over AI's Moral Status
The Vatican and AI firm Anthropic are at odds over whether artificial intelligence can possess something akin to a human soul.
New York City's 'Click to Cancel' Rule Now in Effect
NYC's new subscription cancellation law joins a wave of state and local rules as the federal standard remains uncertain.
Israel Tightens Pilot Screening After FlyDubai Incident
Israeli aviation authorities plan stricter pilot checks following a scare involving a FlyDubai aircraft, raising broader questions about cockpit safety standards.
How Chinese Intelligence Allegedly Recruited a Fed Insider
A CNBC investigation reveals how a former Federal Reserve advisor was drawn into a suspected Chinese espionage operation through deception and personal ties.
Passengers and Crew Stop Co-Pilot Aboard FlyDubai Flight to Israel
A FlyDubai co-pilot allegedly attempted to crash a flight bound for Israel. Passengers and crew intervened to stop the incident.
UK Police Clear Airbase After Probe Finds No Explosives
British authorities concluded an investigation at a UK airbase, confirming no explosive devices were discovered during the security sweep.
US and Iran to Hold Indirect Nuclear Talks via Mediators This Week
Washington and Tehran are expected to engage in separate, mediated discussions as early as Monday, signaling a cautious diplomatic opening.
Warren Presses Big Tech CEOs on AI Tax Subsidy Benefits
Sen. Elizabeth Warren is questioning Meta, Google, Amazon, and Microsoft about AI and data center subsidies embedded in Republican legislation.
Netanyahu Makes Rare Abu Dhabi Visit Amid Regional Tensions
Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu traveled to Abu Dhabi on Sunday, signaling continued engagement with the UAE despite ongoing regional instability.
South Korea Demands Ukraine Apologize for POW Disclosure Leak
Seoul is pressing Kyiv for a formal apology after Ukraine publicly revealed details about captured North Korean soldiers without prior coordination.
Appeals Court Rules States Can Regulate Sports Prediction Markets
A federal appeals court handed Kalshi another legal setback, affirming that states have authority to regulate sports-related prediction markets.
Iran Offers Hormuz Reopening and Nuclear Talks Revival
Tehran signals readiness to reopen the Strait of Hormuz within a week and restart nuclear negotiations amid escalating regional tensions.
Trump and Xi Discuss AI Safety at High-Stakes Summit Dinner
Artificial intelligence emerged as a central issue in Trump-Xi talks, reflecting how AI safety has rapidly climbed the global geopolitical agenda.
US and Iran Weigh Phased Deal Over Strait of Hormuz Access
Diplomatic talks between Washington and Tehran explore a step-by-step agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and lift US sanctions pressure.
Trump Discloses Strategy Stock Purchase in Ethics Filing
President Trump revealed a personal investment in Strategy shares, raising questions about conflicts of interest as his administration pushes crypto policy forward.
DOJ Argues White House Press Access Is a Privilege, Not a Right
The Justice Department defended Trump's ban of three major news outlets, citing national security and executive discretion over press credentials.
Iran's President Blames US and Israel at UN General Assembly
Masoud Pezeshkian used his UN debut to accuse Washington and Tel Aviv of fueling global disorder, opening with graphic imagery of war casualties.
Trump Pushes Energy Truce as He Claims Russia Lost Oil Control
President Trump is pressing Ukraine to accept an energy ceasefire while asserting the war has severely damaged Russia's diesel industry.
Age Verification Laws Are Quietly Building a Surveillance Web
Mandatory age checks for online platforms promise child safety but may construct a vast digital identity infrastructure few users understand.
Iowa History Deserves More Than Just Rhetoric From Leaders
Opinion calls on Iowa officials to back up pro-history talk with real funding and institutional support.
Sick Children Left Behind: Parents Push for Better Home Education
Families with medically fragile children are demanding stronger home education rights as schools fall short of their needs.