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Trump's Iran War Trades

President Trump's investment accounts have continued to trade oil and gas stocks while overseeing the US war with Iran, despite concerns over potential conflicts of interest. According to his financial disclosure filings through June 2026…

Cocaine Smuggling Operation

The US Coast Guard intercepted a suspected smuggling boat off the coast of Puerto Rico, seizing an estimated 7,250 pounds of cocaine worth about $54.5 million on Saturday, Aug. 22. The Coast Guard Cutter Richard Dixon was assisted by…

Dolly Parton Legacy

Dolly Parton was filming her first Hollywood movie, 1980's 9 To 5, when she had the idea for the movie's theme song. However, her guitar was banned from the set, so she made the beat by strumming her acrylic nails together. The sound…

US Semiconductor Restrictions

Three right-leaning US groups, including American Compass and Heritage Action, have urged House leaders Speaker Mike Johnson and Majority Leader Steve Scalise to include three bills aimed at limiting China's access to artificial…

Trump Mar-a-Lago Expansion

The Supreme Court has allowed construction on a new ballroom at the White House to continue, despite potential environmental concerns. This decision was made by Chief Justice John Roberts, who has been seen as a key swing vote in several…

WWII Historical Documents Release

The author, Alan Jacobs, reflects on his first job at a bookstore in a new shopping mall in America. The store had miles and miles of shelves along the walls and across the aisles, as well as two rotating racks, one of which was dedicated…

Economic System Confidence Waning

A recent survey by The Honesty Project, which aimed to gather more honest opinions from Americans, found that many respondents have lost faith in capitalism. The survey, conducted with the help of think tank Populace, asked participants…

CEO's Response to Media Inquiry

Flock's CEO Garrett Langley made false claims to Ohio law enforcement and government officials during a confidential phone call in August. The discussion was recorded by journalist Doug Brown, who shared it with 404 Media. In the…

Trump's Impact on 2024 Elections

A Republican president, Donald Trump, is leading the country into an unpopular war in the Middle East, drawing parallels with the situation 20 years ago when a Republican president, Bill Clinton or another Republican president was involved…

Pakistani Ex PM Contempt Case

Dr Uzma Khan, the sister of former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan, has submitted a second application to the Supreme Court seeking an early hearing on a contempt plea against government officials who allegedly disobeyed the court's…

Liverpool Transfer Target Injury

Ismaila Sarr, a £30million target for Liverpool and currently playing for Crystal Palace, will not be in the starting lineup against Manchester City due to a groin injury. According to Crystal Palace's coach, Pierre Sage, Sarr is…

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