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Iran warns of $200 oil as forces target merchant ships in Gulf
International Energy Agency urges strategic reserve release amid rising oil crisis.
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Japan to Release 45 Days of Oil Reserves Amid Iran Conflict
Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi announces the use of strategic oil reserves to address supply chain concerns.
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Release of Mandelson Files Raises Tensions as UK Seeks Stable Relations With Donald Trump
Disclosure of documents detailing Peter Mandelson’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein comes at a delicate moment for Britain’s diplomatic relationship with the United States.
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Democrats Challenge White House Proposal for Monument Dubbed ‘Arc de Trump’
Opposition lawmakers criticize concept for a large ceremonial arch honoring President Donald Trump, while supporters present it as a tribute to American leadership and national renewal.
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Driver Detained After Van Crashes Into Security Barrier Outside White House
Secret Service arrests suspect after early-morning incident near Lafayette Park prompts security response and temporary street closures.
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U.S. Senators Demand Review of Justice Department’s Handling of Epstein Files
Lawmakers call for transparency and oversight into how federal authorities managed records linked to Jeffrey Epstein’s investigations.
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Nations Move to Release Record Oil Reserves as Iran War Jolts Global Economy
International Energy Agency members agree to historic emergency release of strategic oil stockpiles to stabilize markets after severe supply disruptions linked to the Iran conflict.
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Pentagon Restricts Press Photographers After Disputed Claims Over Images of Defense Secretary
New limits on photographers at military briefings spark debate over media access as the Pentagon cites logistical reasons and rejects reports tied to image concerns.
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Drone Strike Hits U.S. Diplomatic Facility in Iraq as Regional Conflict Intensifies
Attack near Baghdad airport highlights expanding wave of drone assaults on American facilities amid escalating Middle East confrontation.
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Denzel Washington and Antoine Fuqua Prepare Netflix Epic on Hannibal With Summer Filming in Italy
The long-planned historical drama about the legendary Carthaginian general will begin production in Italy this summer, marking the sixth collaboration between the acclaimed actor and director.
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Why Washington State Flags Are Lowered on Wednesday
Flags across Washington are flying at half-staff to honor civil rights leader Reverend Jesse Jackson following his death.
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Washington House Approves 9.9 Percent ‘Millionaires Tax’ After Fierce Debate Over State’s Fiscal Future
New proposal targeting incomes above one million dollars sparks warnings from business leaders about a major shift in Washington’s long-standing tax system.
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Washington State House Approves ‘Millionaires Tax’ After Marathon 25-Hour Legislative Debate
Narrow vote advances proposal for a new income tax on high earners, bringing Washington closer to its first statewide personal income tax.
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US Senator John Kennedy Says Keir Starmer Should Not Be Trusted for Military Advice Amid Iran War Debate
Louisiana lawmaker criticises the British prime minister’s defence decisions and foreign policy approach during escalating tensions involving Iran.
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Keir Starmer sat in the Oval Office and lied: “We’ve had free speech in the UK for a very, very long time, and it will last for a very, very long time.”
Since then, police have arrested over 12,000 people for social media posts.
Finally, voting in USA will become real
Trump administration just pass the Save America Act.
Global Energy Agency Announces Record Release of 400 Million Barrels to Stabilize Oil Markets Amid Hormuz Disruption
Thirty-two member nations agree to the largest emergency drawdown in history as energy markets react to supply shocks linked to the Iran conflict and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
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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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Iran warns of $200 oil as forces target merchant ships in Gulf
Japan to Release 45 Days of Oil Reserves Amid Iran Conflict
Release of Mandelson Files Raises Tensions as UK Seeks Stable Relations With Donald Trump
Democrats Challenge White House Proposal for Monument Dubbed ‘Arc de Trump’
Driver Detained After Van Crashes Into Security Barrier Outside White House
U.S. Senators Demand Review of Justice Department’s Handling of Epstein Files
Nations Move to Release Record Oil Reserves as Iran War Jolts Global Economy
Pentagon Restricts Press Photographers After Disputed Claims Over Images of Defense Secretary
Drone Strike Hits U.S. Diplomatic Facility in Iraq as Regional Conflict Intensifies
Denzel Washington and Antoine Fuqua Prepare Netflix Epic on Hannibal With Summer Filming in Italy
Why Washington State Flags Are Lowered on Wednesday
Washington House Approves 9.9 Percent ‘Millionaires Tax’ After Fierce Debate Over State’s Fiscal Future
Washington State House Approves ‘Millionaires Tax’ After Marathon 25-Hour Legislative Debate
US Senator John Kennedy Says Keir Starmer Should Not Be Trusted for Military Advice Amid Iran War Debate
Global Energy Agency Announces Record Release of 400 Million Barrels to Stabilize Oil Markets Amid Hormuz Disruption
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
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