Trump: US to Help ‘Free Up’ Ships in Strait of Hormuz Starting Monday
Trump revealed plans to “free up” the ships in the crucial waterway in a Truth Social post on May 3.
Bulk Carrier Attacked by Small Craft Near Strait of Hormuz, Crew Safe: UK Maritime Agency
A bulk carrier was attacked by multiple small craft as it transited toward the Strait of Hormuz, the United Kingdom Maritime Trade Operations said.
Inspector General Report Will Decide If US Attorney Pirro Will Restart Investigation Into Powell
The Department of Justice suspended its criminal investigation into Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell on April 24.
Tens of Millions of Taxpayers May Be Owed IRS Refunds From Pandemic Era: Watchdog
Taxpayers have to act before July 10, said the IRS’s internal watchdog.
250 Years: Old North Church Is the Living Story of America
Best known for its role in the American Revolution, the Christ Church in the City of Boston is still home to a thriving Episcopal congregation.
Taiwanese President Travels to Eswatini for State Visit Despite China’s Interference
‘No country has the right ... to prevent Taiwan from contributing to the world,’ Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te said.
New US Data Shed Light on China Eastern Airlines Crash and Lingering Questions
Four years on, records show both engines lost power before the crash, as China still withholds a final report.
Acting AG Blanche Says It Was ‘Not Just’ Comey’s Seashell Post That Led to Indictment
‘Rest assured that it’s not just the Instagram post that leads somebody to get indicted,’ the acting attorney general said.
Why a Taiwan Invasion Would Trigger Trillions in Global Losses | Amb. Alexander Yui
Last year, Taiwan became the United States’ fourth largest trading partner—after Mexico, Canada, and China.
US Attorney Pirro Says Evidence Shows Agent Was Shot by Suspect’s Gun During DC Dinner
A preliminary hearing for the suspected gunman is scheduled for May 8.
Vitamin D Levels in Your 30s May Shape Your Brain Decades Later
A study found that lower vitamin D levels at age 39 were linked to Alzheimer’s-related brain changes 16 years later.
Man Arrested at Trump National Doral Golf Club After Security Incident, Authorities Say
The individual was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct and resisting without violence.
Family-Friendly Fine Art: Museums to Explore this Summer
From Alaska to New York, discover exhibits, gardens, and cultural experiences at these top American destinations.
‘On Bette Davis’: Revisiting a Hollywood Legend’s Classics
Richard Barrios celebrates the classics and uncovers surprises in the great star’s career.

Enlarged Prostate: Most Common Prostate Condition in Aged Men–Here Are the Causes
The prostate naturally enlarges with age but when that growth goes too far, it starts to disrupt how you urinate.

Byrd, Amundsen, and the Pursuit of the North Pole Flyover
In ‘This Week in History,’ two polar explorers faced off against each other to become the first to fly over the North Pole.
Iranian Leader Says Hormuz Strait ‘Will Be Managed by New Rules’
Mojtaba Khamenei said that Iran will control the strait and manage it under ‘new rules.’

US Orders Withdrawal of 5,000 Troops From Germany: Pentagon
The troop withdrawal could take up to a year, according to the Pentagon.
Trump Admin Uses Emergency Powers to Clear $8.6 Billion Mideast Arms Sales
Qatar is to receive $4 billion Patriot systems, while Israel, the UAE, and Kuwait have secured guided rockets and new battle command capabilities.
Big Tech Posts Strong Earnings as AI Spending Pressures Cash Flow
Despite strong earnings numbers, Amazon, Microsoft, and Meta failed to win over investors.

US to Cut Troops in Germany a ‘Lot Further’ Than 5,000: Trump
Nearly 36,500 active-duty American troops are currently stationed in Germany.

2 US Service Members Missing During Exercise in Morocco
U.S., Moroccan, and partner forces involved in the multinational exercise immediately launched a search and rescue operation.

Politics, Prices, and Personnel—What Kevin Warsh May Inherit at the Federal Reserve
Powell confirmed this week that he will stay in his seat on the Fed board for a little longer.

Alex Zanardi, Auto Racing Champ Who Won Paralympic Golds Between Life-Altering Accidents, Dies at 59

NBC Host Sara Gore Reveals Breast Cancer Diagnosis During Live Broadcast
The longtime TV personality told viewers she will be stepping back from on-air duties to focus on treatment and recovery.

Why Snoring May Be an Early Sign of Sleep Apnea
A sleep specialist explains when snoring is harmless—and when it could be a health warning.
Cannabis Slows Brain Development in Teens, Largest US Study Shows
A study of more than 11,000 adolescents found those who used cannabis had reduced gains in memory, attention, and processing speeds.
Why Fruit Doesn’t Taste Like It Used To
Scientists and farmers explain how breeding for shelf life, early harvesting, and industrial farming drained the flavor and nutrition out of fruit.
Detoxing Healthy Anti-Inflammatory Cauliflower ‘Fried’ Rice Bowl
A grain-free take on fried rice offers all the savory satisfaction of the classic while supporting digestion and balanced energy.

Should You Buy a Second Home? What to Consider
With two homes, all the financial responsibility of homeownership will fall on your shoulders—twice.

The Psychology of the Supercommunicators
Journalist Charles Duhigg set out on a journey to uncover the shared traits of people who are superb at communicating and connecting with others.















































































