US Threatens Indefinite Naval Blockade, More Economic Pressure on Iran
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the United States will pursue ‘economic isolation’ of Iran to increase pressure.
US Expands Primary Care to Nearly 1 Million More Americans
The funding will help communities tackle “chronic disease at its roots,” Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said.
Kushner to Visit Israel for Talks With Netanyahu on Gaza Peace Plan
The expected visit follows Netanyahu’s recent rejection of parts of the Board of Peace proposal.
What Happened When We Created a Snapchat Account for a 13-Year-Old
Studies suggest teens may be exposed to sexual, violent, drug and other unsafe content at alarming rates.
House Committees Detail Harvard Ties With Chinese Entities in New Report
The committees identified 140 publications co-authored by Harvard-affiliated researchers and researchers affiliated with Chinese universities.
What Awaits the 474 People Arrested So Far Over France’s Summer Fires
Deliberately torching a forest can bring 15 years to life in prison. In practice, a legal expert told The Epoch Times, sanctions will be ‘far from exemplary.’
Polish Prime Minister Says Russian Plot to Kill Dual Ukrainian-US Citizen Thwarted
Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk said a Russian was arrested on Aug. 7 whose ‘assignment was to carry out an execution’ in Warsaw.
China Tightens Social Security Enforcement, Squeezing Struggling Businesses
Data-driven tax enforcement is making it harder for companies to reduce labor costs as weak demand and thin margins pressure China’s small businesses.
No Illegal Immigrants Released at Southern Border in 15 Months: CBP
There have been 103,028 encounters of illegal immigrants at the southwest land border so far this fiscal year.
World War II Memorial Vandalized in Washington With Graffiti and Soap
No suspects have been named after vandals filled the fountain with soap and painted ‘Clean hands Dirty $’ on the national memorial’s surface.
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Venezuelans Hopeful of Change Amid Stories of Jail and Torture
A once prosperous nation crippled by socialist policies and a bloody regime, Venezuela seeks to cast out remnants of the old guard to forge a new future.
She Escaped North Korea 3 Times. Half of Her Family Didn’t Survive | Grace Jo
At just 6 years old, Grace Jo fled North Korea for the first time with her mother and sister.
Democratic Party Committee Advances Resolution Demanding ICE Be Abolished
The Resolutions Committee, meeting in Austin, passed the measure despite some members backing reform rather than abolition.
What the Science Says About When to Eat Protein
Timing matters less than you think.
Trump Urges Supreme Court to Unblock Election Integrity Order
A Boston judge issued a new nationwide order this week blocking the post office from enforcing the president’s mail-in ballot policies.
Fighting for Freedom: Sibelius’s ‘Finlandia’
The Finnish composer’s most famous work is a patriotic composition—a covert protest of Russia’s hold over his beloved country.
3 Classic Poems on the Beauty of the Night Sky
From stars to clouds to rustling tree branches, the sky above casts a spell of creativity on these three poets.
Trump Says Leavitt Leaving Her Post as White House Press Secretary at End of Month
The president made the announcement via Truth Social on Aug. 12.
16,000 Arrests Made as Part of Operation to Make Washington Safe
This is the largest law enforcement collaboration “ever assembled to confront crime in a major American city,” the U.S. Marshals Service said.
48 Missing Children Rescued During World Cup Operation in Massachusetts: US Marshals Service
The U.S. Marshals Service said several of the children were located outside state borders after investigators tracked leads across the country.
Michigan Charges 5 Noncitizens With Allegedly Voting in 2024 Election
One American is also accused of registering her noncitizen husband while claiming she was only testing the system for vulnerabilities.
8 Takeaways From Albanese’s Phone Call With US President Trump
The two leaders covered tariffs, AUKUS, the CCP, and critical minerals.
NATO Downs Drone in Latvian Airspace, Finland Restricts Areas of Baltic Sea
NATO confirmed that both Italian and Turkish jets were scrambled and one of the fighters neutralized the unmanned aerial vehicle.
As US-Iran Hormuz Stalemate Lingers, Shipping Companies Face Worsening Dilemma
After hostilities were followed by a weeks’-long lull, the only certainty is there’s no certainty in when, how the strait will be safe, shipping experts say.
Despite Losing QB Competition, J.J. McCarthy Wants to Stay With Vikings
Head coach Kevin O'Connell named Kyler Murray the starter earlier this week.
New Indictment Alleges Nick Reiner Lay in Wait Before Killing Parents
A grand jury returned murder charges with special circumstances in the deaths of director Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.
The Risks of Eating Meat Differ Between Individual and Population Levels
Whether eating red meat raises blood sugar depends on who you ask, according to a new study.
A Nutritionist’s Advice on Eating for Healthy Hair
Before spending money on supplements, it may be worth taking a closer look at your diet.
Do Plants Have Consciousness?
The boundaries we have drawn around perception and awareness may be narrower than we thought.
Don’t Wait to Start Living
Living our ideal life now means not having regrets later.
Fruity Pancakes With Cherry Ginger Sauce, a Peach of a Breakfast
To keep mornings simpler, make the pancake batter the night before and refrigerate it.
Why This Is an Important Time to Inspect Your Trees
Between rapid growth, intense heat and frequent thunderstorms, trees can develop hidden issues that become safety hazards if left unchecked.
The California Surf Museum: A Temple Dedicated to the Waves
Founded in 1986 (at 312 Pier View Way), you can’t miss it since its blue-and-white exterior resembles a cresting wave.
