Rubio Urges China to Take ‘More Active Role’ in Pressuring Iran to Open Strait of Hormuz
The Secretary of State said that it is in Beijing’s interests to rectify the situation in the Strait of Hormuz, which is disrupting the global energy supply.
Trump Invites China’s Xi to September White House Meeting, Following Beijing Summit
The two leaders discussed a wide range of issues at the summit, including Iran, the Strait of Hormuz, economic cooperation, and fentanyl.
Senate Confirms Kevin Warsh as New Fed Chair
The Senate voted 54–45 to confirm his four-year term as the 17th Fed chair.
Vance Says US Making Progress in Iran Talks, as Trump Holds Firm on Nuclear Issue
Vance warned that an Iranian nuclear weapon could trigger a wider arms race in the Middle East.
Thousands Parade Through Manhattan to Celebrate World Falun Dafa Day
One parade participant said practicing Falun Gong has brought ‘true joy rather than fleeting happiness.’
Everyone in the Democratic Party Has Money—Except the Democratic Party
Democratic candidates and Hill committees are flush with cash and no debt. The DNC is also pulling in money—though not as much—and it’s $4.5 million in debt.
Cuba’s Energy Minister Says Nation Is Completely Out of Diesel, Fuel Oil
The U.S. State Department said it was restating Washington’s ‘generous offer to provide additional direct humanitarian assistance to the Cuban people.’
Jury Convicts Chinese American Who Operated China’s NYC Police Station
The Fujian hometown association leader’s close association with China’s security apparatus stretches back to at least 2015.
US Doctor From Hantavirus-Linked Cruise Ship Cleared to Leave Nebraska Isolation Unit
‘I want to emphasize that the risk to the general public is low,’ an official from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention told reporters.
2026 World Falun Dafa Day Parade
This May 13 marks the 34th anniversary of Falun Dafa being introduced to the public. It also marks the birthday of Mr. Li Hongzhi, the founder of the practice.
House Passes Bill to Permit Year-Round Sales of E15 Fuel
Under the measure, the Clean Air Act would be amended to extend to E15 the same RVP waiver currently granted to standard E10 gasoline.
Is Astaxanthin Worth Taking? A Nutritionist Weighs In
A clinical nutritionist examines astaxanthin’s real evidence for skin, eye, brain, and heart health.
In Georgia, No Trump Endorsement as 3 Republicans Vie to Challenge Sen. Ossoff
President Donald Trump has not thrown his weight behind a candidate ahead of Election Day, May 19. The contest will likely head to runoff.
The Civil War Painting That Made Winslow Homer’s Reputation
The artist’s experience at the battlefront had a lasting effect on his art.
Herakles and Geryon: Journey to the Edge of the World
Herakles’s 10th Labor becomes a test of endurance, as he journeys to the edge of the world to reclaim life and order from chaos.
Histamine Intolerance: An Underrecognized Condition That Can Affect Multiple Organs–Here Are the Causes
Histamine intolerance occurs when the body struggles to break down histamine from food or its own natural production.
Supreme Court Clears Way for Alabama to Adopt New House Map That Removes Majority-Black District
The state had argued that the high court’s recent ruling on race and redistricting required it to adjust its electoral map.
FDA Commissioner Marty Makary Resigns
Dr. Marty Makary had headed the Food and Drug Administration for more than one year.
US Announces Loan of 53 Million Barrels of Oil From Strategic Petroleum Reserve
Oil companies ’may begin scheduling deliveries immediately,' the Energy Department said.
DOJ Sues DC Bar Over Its Prosecution of Former Trump Lawyer
The Justice Department seeks to nullify the D.C. Bar’s prosecution of former Assistant Attorney General Jeff Clark, who worked on alleged 2020 election fraud.
Minnesota ‘Culture of Fraud’ Enabled More Than $9 Billion in Misused Taxpayer Funds, Panel Says
A new report highlighted results of a 16-month legislative investigation. Republicans called for reforms, as Democrats disputed some characterizations.
Day in Photos: Falun Dafa Day, Mayor Acting as Agent for China, and National Police Week
A glimpse into the world through the lens of photography.
1 Battle After Another: Jerome Powell’s Turbulent Time as Chairman of the Federal Reserve
‘Powell’s legacy will be one of admirable steering of monetary policy during an increasingly shaky time for the U.S.,’ one top economist says.
Caitlin Clark Details Comeback From Injury
Indiana Fever superstar guard Caitlin Clark detailed her comeback from injury ahead of her team’s first win of the season on Wednesday.
What Makes Some People Live to 100? Scientists Find Clues in Their Blood
The secret to longevity may not be slowing aging but preserving the right systems.
10-Minute Light Weight Aerobics to Slow Cognitive Aging
A simple daily water bottle workout boosts blood flow to the brain, improving both cognitive function and muscle strength.
Hantavirus: Rare yet Deadly Virus Strikes Cruise Ship—What to Watch Out for
Infectious disease experts break down hantavirus risks, symptoms, and how rare person-to-person transmission actually is.
A Spring-to-Spring Backpacking Adventure: 3 Days, 2 Nights on the Florida Trail
Backpacking is the perfect antidote to the relentless pace of modern life.
How to Shop for a HELOC: 10 Ways to Get the Best HELOC Rate
A HELOC is a way to tap into your home’s equity—the portion of your home you own outright.
The Greatest Logician Since Aristotle—and Why He Believed in Life After Death
Renowned mathematician Kurt Godel believed the afterlife exists so we can deepen the learning process that begins in this world and reach our full potential.
Tax on Leaving Australia to Rise to $80
A family of four will pay $320 in departure taxes under the changes.
