Congressional Democrats said they are investigating the Trump administration's efforts to deport military service members ... read more
In minutes released Aug. 5, the Treasury Borrowing Advisory Committee -- a panel of senior bond dealers and investors, known as TBAC, that advises the Treasury on its own funding -- warned that at current auction sizes, the government faces a $1.45 trillion funding shortfall in fiscal 2027--28. read more
Actor Ben Jones' wife: "He was home resting in his favorite chair, waiting for the Braves to come on and whoop the Yankees." read more
The quake shook several major cities, including Bogot, Cali and Medelln. At least 69 people have died, and the death toll appeared likely to rise as rescuers continued to search damaged buildings. read more
A lot of people seem to be realizing that knowledge work is mostly pointless. AI might give us the pleasure of finding out what happens if an entire class of workers loses faith in their careers. read more
Michael Gold: The summer exit confirmed what had been apparent for weeks: that Republicans lacked the votes to pass the voting restrictions the president has made a top priority. read more
Health Secretary Robert. F. Kennedy Jr.'s call for Americans to "eat real food" to combat chronic illness is being tested by a parasite that's driving consumers away from fresh produce. read more
US President Donald Trump signalled on Sunday he is prepared to let economic pressure mount against Iran ... read more
Two drones were spotted flying over a German military base earlier this week, just two days after a drone carrying explosives was found at a cargo airport, the German Armed Forces said on Saturday. read more
Iran's politburo-like body known as the Supreme National Security Council said the Strait of Hormuz will not open until the United States "corrects its behavior." read more
Five people have died in Louisiana from flesh-eating bacteria infections so far in 2026, state health officials said on August 6. read more
Some officials warn that a more hard-line leader could emerge if the Trump administration moves forward with its plans. read more
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has rejected US President Donald Trump's 15-point plan for Gaza, stating that no military pull-out will happen until Hamas is "genuinely" disarmed. read more
Oman has said positive talks have been taking place with Iran over an agreement to secure a shipping route through the Strait of Hormuz, as Tehran warned that any deal would not see an immediate reopening of the vital waterway. read more
An American oil company connected to Donald Trump is preparing to sink wells in remote Greenland despite not having received permission from the local authorities. read more
The town Legislative Council said they were supportive of placing a moratorium on Flock cameras. "I don't like this technology. I never have liked this technology," said member Christopher Eide. "I think that Flock in particular is problematic." read more
