Trump Threatens to Bomb Oman If It Interferes in Hormuz Dispute
The president confirmed direct backchannel talks with the IRGC while demanding that Tehran ‘put up the white flag of surrender.’
EMBARGOED UNTIL 6 AM ET China Used Sex, Donations, Planted Interns to Influence US Political System: Declassified Docs
Newly released FBI files describe Christine Fang’s CCP intelligence ties, efforts to recruit her as a double agent, and her influence of a U.S. congressman.
Supreme Court Denies Rehearing in $5 Million Abuse Verdict Against Trump
The justices had previously rejected the president’s petition asking them to reconsider the case.
Why Teens Are Struggling to Find Summer Jobs
Some teenagers who spoke to The Epoch Times have been searching for a job for a year, while others resorted to becoming their own boss to make money.
Top FDA Official Urged Fauci, NIH Head to Study Problems After COVID-19 Vaccination
‘If you let a problem fester, then it will come back to bite you later,’ the official wrote.
NZ Spy Agency Names China Main Espionage Threat, Cites CCP Interference
China experts say the agency’s report reflects a hardening in New Zealand’s posture toward Beijing.
Lake Powell Hits Lowest Level on Record Amid Decades-Long Western Drought
The megadrought has been accompanied by persistent overuse of the Colorado River water, exacerbated by population pressures.
Senators Introduce Legislation to Combat CCP’s Religious Persecution in China
The bipartisan legislation calls for U.S. sanctions against Chinese human rights violators.
Kushner Holds Talks With Netanyahu on Gaza Peace Plan
Washington is seeking to bridge differences between Israel and Hamas over implementation of a Trump-backed plan for lasting regional peace.
Colombian President Asks Trump for Tariff Suspension After Devastating Earthquake
A 7-4-magnitude earthquake struck Colombia on Aug. 10, just three days after De la Espriella took office.
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Maryland Court Strikes Down Nation’s First State Tax on Digital Advertising
The ruling comes after a federal appeals court struck down part of the law in 2025.
Is China’s Mega Embassy in London Actually a Spying Compound? | Luke de Pulford
The largest Chinese embassy in Europe is set to rise in the heart of London.
Trump Hails New Defense Pact Between Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Pakistan
The pact combines Saudi Arabia’s oil wealth with Turkey’s vast armed forces and Pakistan’s nuclear capabilities.
Why Your Body’s ‘Master Detoxifier’ May Be Running on Empty
Glutathione powers your body’s natural detox system but most supplements fail to deliver it where it counts.
Actress Hayden Panettiere Dies at 36
Details surrounding the actress’s death have not been revealed.
Unraveling the Mysteries of Leonardo’s ‘Madonna of the Yarnwinder’
Leonardo’s enigmatic painting quietly went on long-term loan at The Met without much fanfare this spring.
Pop Warner: The Architect of American Football
The creative college football coach reinvented the game from a sheer brute collision course to a thinking game of misdirection and trick plays.
Trump Admin Asks Supreme Court to Let It Keep Building White House Ballroom
Lower courts ordered the construction work stopped, saying the project needed congressional approval.
Trump Says He’ll Declare the Hormuz Strait a US Territory ‘Pretty Soon’
The president said the takeover of the vital waterway would happen once U.S. forces defeat Iran.
FDA Raises Egg Recall to Highest Risk Level Over Salmonella Risk
The FDA warned that consuming the recalled eggs could cause ‘serious adverse health consequences or death.’
FDA Approves Emergency Drug for NWS Infestation in Adult Dogs and Puppies
As of Aug. 16, a total of 46 animals in the United States have been infested with New World screwworm, including dogs.
Morocco Arrests 294 Migrants Attempting to Enter Spain’s City of Ceuta
The latest crossing attempt happened after social media posts encouraging the journey circulated online.
Hanson Pushes Back on Proposal to Raise GST to 15 Percent
‘Only someone completely insulated from the cost-of-living crisis could think Australians should pay even more for everyday essentials,’ said Hanson.
Investors Sue Selena Gomez Over Mental Health Startup
The lawsuit claims Gomez failed to promote Wondermind Global after nearly $1.2 million in investments.
10 Things to Avoid If You’re Determined to Lose Weight
Fat loss is rarely ruined by one big mistake.
Why Your Spine Ages—and What You Can Do to Slow It
Aging is one of the most important factors contributing to spinal disorders.
The Serotonin–Melatonin Connection to Scoliosis
Some clinicians believe that treating spinal curvature goes beyond correcting the curve itself.
7 Modern Blessings Our Great-Grandparents Would Have Loved
From modern dentistry to weather forecasting, our ancestors may have greatly appreciated what some of us take for granted.
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A gazebo brings an old-fashioned charm and design element that enhances its surroundings.
Last-Minute Travel Planning: Travel Advisers Dish on What Trips to Book Now
Travelers looking for a last-minute trip will have to plan their trips differently and use different methods than those who book a year or so out.
