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.
China Hikes Tariffs on US Goods to 125 Percent
China issues a 125 percent retaliation duty against the United States.
Inside RFK Jr.’s Unprecedented Reset of HHS: David Mansdoerfer
David Mansdoerfer was HHS deputy assistant secretary during the first Trump administration. Now, he’s chief strategist at the Independent Medical Alliance.
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 hyperviolent, 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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Passengers Will Soon Need Real ID to Board Domestic Flights, TSA Warns
The agency will begin enforcing the long-delayed REAL ID rules at airports nationwide on May 7.
Europe Says Tech Regulation Isn’t on the Table in Tariff Talks. Analysts Disagree
‘It’s going to be a cat and mouse game. It depends on who blinks first,’ said Norman Lewis, a former director of technology research at Orange UK.
▶Inside RFK Jr.’s Unprecedented Reset of HHS: David Mansdoerfer
David Mansdoerfer was HHS deputy assistant secretary during the first Trump administration. Now, he’s chief strategist at the Independent Medical Alliance.
30 Bills in 37 Years: Guardianship Reforms Stall Despite Decades of Fraud
Fraud and abuse in America’s guardianship system will be difficult to address without reliable data to determine proper oversight, say system reform advocates.
Hopes of a Landmine-Free World Diminish Amid New Reality
Finland is the latest country to abandon the 1997 Ottawa convention on landmines, but are anti-personnel mines the answer to Moscow’s threat?
New US Warship Deploys in Support of Border Security Operations
The destroyer USS Stockdale will take over from USS Spruance, which began supporting border security efforts in March.
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.
Trump Vows to Obey Supreme Court Order on Deported Salvadoran Man
The president’s comments were made the day after justices ruled that the deported individual must be returned to the United States.
IRS Says Over $1 Billion in Tax Refunds Unclaimed, Urges Taxpayers to Check Eligibility
Eligible taxpayers who don’t file promptly stand to lose money from refundable tax credit programs.
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.
US Military Academies End Racial Preferences in Admissions
The policy changes could lead to the settlement of lawsuits against both service institutions.
Celery Sold in Walmart Recalled Over Possible Listeria Risk
Infection from the pathogen can cause diarrhea and severe headaches, and pregnant women may suffer miscarriages or stillbirths.
‘Shen Yun Is a Little Slice of Heaven’: Attorney
Brothers Greg and Richard Martello had celebrated their birthdays seeing Shen Yun Performing Arts—twice.
When You Fight the Night: 5 Exercises to Help You Conquer Occasional Insomnia
Staring at the ceiling at night can leave you tired and grumpy. These exercises and techniques can help you work with your body to get the rest you need.
Tracking Trump’s High Level Appointments, Senate Confirmations
The Senate is undertaking the confirmation process for the president’s new administration.
Day in Photos: Collapsed Metro Construction, Anniversary of First Polish King’s Coronation, and Mass Water Fights
A look into the world through the lens of photography.
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.
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 Exempts Phones, Computers, Other Electronics From Reciprocal Tariffs
Tech companies like Apple stand to gain relief from the exemption.
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.
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.
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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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