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Wednesday, Mar 11, 2026
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Thailand and United States Launch ‘Hanuman Guardian 2026’ Military Exercise in Lopburi
Annual joint training between the Royal Thai Army and U.S. forces strengthens interoperability, readiness and long-standing defence cooperation.
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Democratic Lawmakers Warn Trump’s China Strategy Could Undermine U.S. Advantage
A Senate Democratic report argues that current policies toward Beijing risk weakening America’s global standing despite the administration’s claim of pursuing a tougher approach.
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White House Issues Executive Order Targeting Global Cybercrime Networks
New directive orders federal agencies to intensify efforts against transnational cybercrime groups responsible for fraud, ransomware and online exploitation schemes.
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White House Advises House Republicans to Reframe Immigration Messaging Ahead of Midterms
Administration strategists encourage focus on border security and economic themes rather than mass deportation rhetoric during upcoming election campaigns.
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White House Says U.S. Launching ‘Most Intense’ Day of Strikes as Iran War Escalates
Officials outline major escalation in military campaign against Iran during briefing as Pentagon signals expanded operations targeting missile and drone infrastructure.
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Rising Oil Prices From Iran War Stir Anxiety Among Republicans Ahead of Midterms
Energy shock linked to conflict with Iran fuels concern among GOP lawmakers that higher fuel costs could reshape the political landscape.
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Washington Lawmakers Clash Over Millionaires’ Tax in Overnight Session Before Legislative Deadline
State legislators race to finalize a proposal imposing a 9.9 percent tax on incomes above one million dollars as the session in Olympia approaches its final hours.
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Tennessee Congressman’s Anti-Muslim Remark Triggers Political Firestorm in Washington
Republican Representative Andy Ogles faces intense criticism after posting that Muslims “don’t belong in American society,” igniting debate over religious tolerance and political rhetoric.
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Why Congress Continues to Expand Presidential Authority Under Donald Trump
Political alignment, legal delegation, and institutional inertia have allowed the executive branch to exercise broader powers during Trump’s presidency.
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‘Titanic’-Style Trump Sculpture on National Mall Sparks Public Debate
A towering protest artwork depicting Donald Trump and Jeffrey Epstein in a scene inspired by the film Titanic has drawn both curiosity and criticism from visitors in Washington.
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FDA Narrows Scope of Drug Once Hailed as Potential Autism Treatment
Regulator limits approval of leucovorin to a rare neurological disorder, clarifying that evidence remains insufficient for treating autism broadly.
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Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt Cancels Public Appearance During Washington Visit
Planned appearance during the National Governors Association gathering in Washington is called off as schedule adjustments unfold around the annual meeting of state leaders.
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Baseball Matchup Against Washington Adjusts Start Time Ahead of Series Game
Officials announce revised first pitch schedule for upcoming game versus Washington, with previously issued tickets remaining valid.
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Washington State Mandates Mental Health Training for Construction Apprentices
New legislation will require behavioral health and wellness instruction in building trade apprenticeship programs starting in 2027.
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Will Seattle See Snow During Washington’s Incoming Blizzard? Forecasts Point Mostly to Rain
A powerful Pacific Northwest storm is expected to bring heavy snow to Washington’s mountains, while Seattle’s lowland areas are likely to see rain with only a slim chance of brief flurries.
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Pentagon Signals Intensification of U.S. Air Campaign as Iran Conflict Escalates
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the coming wave of operations will mark the most intense day of strikes yet in the campaign against Iran.
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U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham Raises Prospect of Mutual Defense Pact With Saudi Arabia Amid Iran Conflict
Proposal surfaces as Washington weighs deeper security cooperation with Riyadh while pressing Gulf allies to play a greater role in confronting Iran.
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Why Saudi Arabia Is Unlikely to Have Wanted U.S. Airstrikes on Iran
Despite long-standing rivalry with Tehran, strategic risks to security, energy exports and economic plans make a wider war deeply problematic for Riyadh.
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US Forces Prepare Ordnance at RAF Fairford as Strategic Bombers Deploy for Middle East Operations
American personnel seen loading munitions at the Gloucestershire air base as Washington positions long-range bombers for operations linked to the Iran conflict.
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Trump Rallies Republican Lawmakers in Florida as Party Maps Strategy for Election Year
President Donald Trump meets with Republican leaders to outline policy priorities, strengthen party unity and prepare for upcoming legislative and electoral battles.
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Proposed Washington Budget Changes Could Raise Costs for Students in Running Start College Program
Lower enrollment caps under a new state budget proposal may reduce free college credits for high school students and shift thousands of dollars in tuition costs to families.
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Trump Administration Launches Major Federal Hiring Push After Workforce Cuts
New recruitment drive aims to rebuild key government capabilities following sweeping reductions intended to streamline the federal bureaucracy.
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United States Expands Diplomatic Evacuations Across the Middle East Amid Escalating Security Threats
Washington orders additional diplomats and families to depart regional posts as the conflict with Iran intensifies and security risks grow.
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FBI Seeks Records From Arizona GOP’s 2020 Election Review in Ongoing Federal Investigation
Federal investigators obtain voting data from the Republican-led audit of Maricopa County ballots that ultimately confirmed the certified presidential election result.
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Anthropic Sues Pentagon After Being Branded a National Security ‘Supply Chain Risk’
Artificial intelligence developer challenges U.S. defense decision that blocks military contractors from using its technology.
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Oil Markets Swing as Trump Signals Both Rapid End and Tough Response in Iran Conflict
Crude prices surge and then retreat as investors react to President Donald Trump’s statements about the trajectory of the war with Iran and the risks to global oil supplies.
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Winter Weather Alerts Issued for Oregon and Washington Cascades as Major Snowstorm Approaches
Forecasters warn of heavy snowfall, strong winds and hazardous travel conditions across the Pacific Northwest mountain range.
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Pentagon Says Early U.S. Strikes on Iran Consumed $5.6 Billion in Munitions
Initial phase of the American campaign against Iran used thousands of precision weapons, highlighting the scale and intensity of the opening operations.
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Trump’s Wartime Presidency Takes Shape Through a Distinctive Political Style
As conflict with Iran intensifies, President Donald Trump is leading the United States through war with an unconventional communication strategy and a strong emphasis on decisive action.
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Pentagon Identifies U.S. Soldier Who Died After Iranian Strike on Saudi Air Base
Army Sgt. Benjamin N. Pennington, twenty-six, succumbed to injuries days after a missile and drone attack on Prince Sultan Air Base.
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Lindsey Graham Urges Saudi Arabia to Join US Effort Against Iran as War Expands
Senior Republican senator presses Gulf allies to take a more active role alongside the United States amid escalating conflict with Iran
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US and UK Army Chiefs Strengthen Cooperation on the Future of Armored Warfare
Senior military leaders discuss lessons from modern conflicts and the evolving role of tanks, drones and advanced battlefield technology
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Trump Declines UK Offer to Deploy Aircraft Carriers to Middle East Amid Iran Conflict
US president says American forces no longer require additional British naval support and signals frustration with delayed backing
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Three Strategic Steps Donald Trump Could Take to Reach Ordinary Iranians
Policy analysts outline ways the U.S. president could strengthen communication with the Iranian public while maintaining pressure on Tehran’s leadership
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Bill Maher Reveals Message Donald Trump Sent After Their White House Dinner
Comedian says the president texted him after their meeting, criticizing him as still part of the ‘lunatic left’ despite their private conversation
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Republican Senator Urges Stephen Miller to Leave White House Amid Policy Dispute
Sen. Thom Tillis criticizes influence of senior Trump adviser while reaffirming support for the president’s broader agenda
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UFC Unveils Fight Card for Historic Event Planned at the White House
Mixed martial arts promotion confirms lineup for unprecedented showcase in Washington as part of expanding partnership with national institutions
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Netanyahu’s Strategic Alliance With Trump Delivers Major Gains for Israel but Brings Political Calculations
Close cooperation between Israel and the United States has strengthened Israel’s position against Iran while reshaping regional politics and strategic debates
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Sharp Policy Divides Define Washington D.C. Mayor’s Race as Two Front-Runners Pull Ahead
Housing, public safety and economic development dominate the contest as the capital’s mayoral campaign intensifies
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Why Washington State Faces Legal Limits in Protecting Workers From Artificial Intelligence
State officials warn that federal law and regulatory gaps are restricting efforts to safeguard employees as artificial intelligence spreads across workplaces
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Washington State Moves Closer to Allowing Housing in Commercial Zones to Ease Supply Shortage
Proposed legislation would require many cities to permit residential development in commercial areas, aiming to expand housing options and reduce regulatory barriers
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Washington State University Marks 65 Years of Operation at Historic Nuclear Research Reactor
University celebrates milestone for the state’s only research reactor, highlighting decades of scientific discovery and workforce training
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Winter Grain Mites Surge in Washington Wheat Fields, Forcing Farmers to Fight Costly Infestations
Unusually mild winter conditions have allowed destructive mites to spread across parts of eastern Washington, threatening wheat crops and raising costs for growers
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Seventh U.S. Service Member Dies from Injuries After Iranian Strike in Saudi Arabia
American soldier wounded during early missile and drone attacks succumbs to injuries as regional conflict continues to escalate
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UK Government Signals Independence From Washington as Cooper Says Britain Does Not Agree With Trump on Every Issue
Home Secretary emphasizes continued US alliance while acknowledging policy differences between London and President Donald Trump’s administration
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Trump Says US No Longer Needs UK Carrier Support After Delayed Offer Amid Iran Conflict
US president expresses frustration with timing of Britain’s proposed naval deployment while reaffirming America’s decisive military role in the Middle East campaign
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Urban Meyer Criticizes NIL Collectives as ‘Cheating’ During White House Discussion on College Sports Reform
Former national-championship coach warns donor-funded payment systems are distorting college athletics
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White House Withholds Security Assessment on Iranian Threats Inside the United States
Administration decision to block public release of intelligence analysis sparks debate as tensions with Iran intensify
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Thailand and United States Launch ‘Hanuman Guardian 2026’ Military Exercise in Lopburi
Democratic Lawmakers Warn Trump’s China Strategy Could Undermine U.S. Advantage
White House Issues Executive Order Targeting Global Cybercrime Networks
White House Advises House Republicans to Reframe Immigration Messaging Ahead of Midterms
White House Says U.S. Launching ‘Most Intense’ Day of Strikes as Iran War Escalates
Rising Oil Prices From Iran War Stir Anxiety Among Republicans Ahead of Midterms
Washington Lawmakers Clash Over Millionaires’ Tax in Overnight Session Before Legislative Deadline
Tennessee Congressman’s Anti-Muslim Remark Triggers Political Firestorm in Washington
Why Congress Continues to Expand Presidential Authority Under Donald Trump
‘Titanic’-Style Trump Sculpture on National Mall Sparks Public Debate
FDA Narrows Scope of Drug Once Hailed as Potential Autism Treatment
Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt Cancels Public Appearance During Washington Visit
Baseball Matchup Against Washington Adjusts Start Time Ahead of Series Game
Washington State Mandates Mental Health Training for Construction Apprentices
Will Seattle See Snow During Washington’s Incoming Blizzard? Forecasts Point Mostly to Rain
Pentagon Signals Intensification of U.S. Air Campaign as Iran Conflict Escalates
U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham Raises Prospect of Mutual Defense Pact With Saudi Arabia Amid Iran Conflict
Why Saudi Arabia Is Unlikely to Have Wanted U.S. Airstrikes on Iran
US Forces Prepare Ordnance at RAF Fairford as Strategic Bombers Deploy for Middle East Operations
Trump Rallies Republican Lawmakers in Florida as Party Maps Strategy for Election Year
Proposed Washington Budget Changes Could Raise Costs for Students in Running Start College Program
Trump Administration Launches Major Federal Hiring Push After Workforce Cuts
United States Expands Diplomatic Evacuations Across the Middle East Amid Escalating Security Threats
FBI Seeks Records From Arizona GOP’s 2020 Election Review in Ongoing Federal Investigation
Anthropic Sues Pentagon After Being Branded a National Security ‘Supply Chain Risk’
Oil Markets Swing as Trump Signals Both Rapid End and Tough Response in Iran Conflict
Winter Weather Alerts Issued for Oregon and Washington Cascades as Major Snowstorm Approaches
Pentagon Says Early U.S. Strikes on Iran Consumed $5.6 Billion in Munitions
Trump’s Wartime Presidency Takes Shape Through a Distinctive Political Style
Pentagon Identifies U.S. Soldier Who Died After Iranian Strike on Saudi Air Base
Lindsey Graham Urges Saudi Arabia to Join US Effort Against Iran as War Expands
US and UK Army Chiefs Strengthen Cooperation on the Future of Armored Warfare
Trump Declines UK Offer to Deploy Aircraft Carriers to Middle East Amid Iran Conflict
Three Strategic Steps Donald Trump Could Take to Reach Ordinary Iranians
Bill Maher Reveals Message Donald Trump Sent After Their White House Dinner
Republican Senator Urges Stephen Miller to Leave White House Amid Policy Dispute
UFC Unveils Fight Card for Historic Event Planned at the White House
Netanyahu’s Strategic Alliance With Trump Delivers Major Gains for Israel but Brings Political Calculations
Sharp Policy Divides Define Washington D.C. Mayor’s Race as Two Front-Runners Pull Ahead
Why Washington State Faces Legal Limits in Protecting Workers From Artificial Intelligence
Washington State Moves Closer to Allowing Housing in Commercial Zones to Ease Supply Shortage
Washington State University Marks 65 Years of Operation at Historic Nuclear Research Reactor
Winter Grain Mites Surge in Washington Wheat Fields, Forcing Farmers to Fight Costly Infestations
Seventh U.S. Service Member Dies from Injuries After Iranian Strike in Saudi Arabia
UK Government Signals Independence From Washington as Cooper Says Britain Does Not Agree With Trump on Every Issue
Trump Says US No Longer Needs UK Carrier Support After Delayed Offer Amid Iran Conflict
Urban Meyer Criticizes NIL Collectives as ‘Cheating’ During White House Discussion on College Sports Reform
White House Withholds Security Assessment on Iranian Threats Inside the United States
Trump Pledges Executive Order to Reshape U.S. College Sports System
Iranian-Americans Rally in Washington Calling for Democratic Future in Iran During Ongoing Military Campaign
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