US, Iran Agree to 2nd Round of Nuclear Talks
Special Envoy Steve Witkoff and Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi Omani mostly spoke indirectly in their first exchange, which was facilitated by Oman.

In New York: Rembrandt’s Enigmatic Jewish Heroine
The Dutch master’s painting is featured in The Jewish Museum’s exhibition: ‘The Book of Esther in the Age of Rembrandt.’

‘Warfare’: True Navy SEAL Story Redefines Cinematic Combat
Based on memories of the actual SEALs involved, this hyper-violent, naturalistic portrayal of combat couldn’t spring authentically from a civilian filmmaker.

‘The Edwardians: Age of Elegance’ at the Royal Collection Trust
An exquisite collection of art and decorative objects showcases the royal culture of the Edwardian era glamour.
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Trump Exempts Phones, Computers, Other Electronics From Reciprocal Tariffs
Tech companies like Apple stand to gain relief from the exemption.
US Mortgage Rates Top 7 Percent
Rates on the benchmark 30-year fixed mortgage have climbed above 7 percent amid tariff and bond market turbulence.
Nine Charts to Put DOGE Efforts in Perspective
An overview of government spending trends to lend a perspective into the work of the Department of Government Efficiency.
Illegal Immigrants on Terror Watchlist Received Medicaid, Unemployment Insurance: DOGE
Many of them also received student loans, tax refunds, and food stamps, according to the Department of Government Efficiency.
Judge Partially Lifts Ban on DOGE Access to Sensitive Treasury Data
A court has granted DOGE conditional access to Treasury payment systems, easing an earlier ban amid an ongoing lawsuit from 19 Democrat-led states.
How a Teenage Girl Spotlighted the Pandora’s Box of China’s Private Data Collection
The Chinese regime’s control of large databases enabled the leaking of private information, and it’s hitting party officials like a ‘boomerang,’ analysts say.
When Belief Becomes Medicine: How Emotions Heal or Harm Your Body
Our emotions have a powerful effect on our physiology, leading to wellness or even death
Trump Authorizes Military to Take Control of Federal Land Along Southern Border
The military will use the land to build border barriers and deploy detection and monitoring systems.
Pentagon Terminates $5.1 Billion Worth of Consulting and IT Contracts
The latest round of contract terminations will bring the Department of Defense’s total spending cut to nearly $6 billion, the Pentagon chief said.
US Homeowners Must Earn $50,000 More Than Renters to Cover Mortgage Payments: Report
The 10-year treasury yield, which is directly proportional to mortgage rates, has been on the rise since April 4.
Epoch Readers’ Poll Shows Strong Support for America’s Trade Reset Under Trump
Many respondents acknowledged potential downsides, especially short-term inflation and higher consumer prices, but have faith in longer-term benefits.
▶Member of Provincial Parliament Calls Shen Yun ‘Breathtaking’
Shen Yun Performing Arts wrapped up a successful 7-day run in Toronto with nine sold-out performances.
Freed Jan. 6 Prisoners Seek Congressional Office
At least two are campaigning to hold office in the U.S. Capitol—the site of a protest that turned violent on Jan. 6, 2021.
Tracking Trump’s High Level Appointments, Senate Confirmations
The Senate is undertaking the confirmation process for the president’s new administration.
Medical Experts Call for More Research to Investigate Rise in Cancer Diagnoses
Doctors are requesting objective, scientific study to explore novel approaches to cancer research and therapies.
Lawmakers, State Officials Debate Trump’s Order on Election Integrity
A recent hearing by the House Subcommittee on Elections revealed a deep partisan divide over Trump’s executive order on election integrity and the SAVE Act.
Judge Orders Federal Government to Unfreeze Funds Withheld From Maine Over Transgender Athletes
The federal government is ordered to release money held back over the state’s decision to let transgender athletes compete in girls’ sports.
Maine Referred to DOJ for Allowing Transgender Athletes in Girls’ Sports
‘We agree that we are at an impasse,’ said the state’s attorney general in a letter to the Trump administration. Federal education dollars are at stake.
Trump Says He’s in ‘Very Good Shape’ After Medical Exam; Report to Be Released on Sunday
The president underwent his first physical exam since taking office for a second time, with results expected soon.
Witkoff Meets Putin in Saint Petersburg for Ukraine Talks
The meeting comes as Trump attempts to get Moscow to come to the negotiating table for a potential cease-fire in Ukraine.
Pennsylvania Man Charged With Threats to Assault, Murder Trump
A man from Butler, Pennsylvania has been arrested for allegedly threatening to assassinate President Donald Trump and other U.S. officials.
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Classic literature and poetry have the power to inspire great works of art; we examine five pieces with strong ties to legend, plays, and myths.
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