Wednesday, April 01, 2026 5:18 PM ET
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Deterrence or escalation? What the surge of US troops might mean in Iran. -- Anna Mulrine Grobe37 minutes ago
Saudi Arabia hopes diplomacy works with Iran. It's also preparing for a military response. -- Taylor Luck1 hour ago
A push for child welfare reform in Haiti, the 'Republic of Orphanages' -- Linnea Fehrm2 hours ago
Insider trading? Why well-timed market plays are raising alarms in Washington. -- Linda Feldmann12 hours ago
In Trump era, China sees an opportunity to advance its long game -- Ann Scott Tyson1 day ago
These cattle and horses helped power Colonial America. The breeds are still thriving. By - Melanie Stetson Freeman - , Scott Baldauf - / 3 min1 day ago
Trump paid TSA agents while Congress was gridlocked. Can he do that? -- Ross Herbert1 day ago
Out in space, Canada and the US are getting along just fine -- Audrey Thibert1 day ago
Despite war, Iran's machinery of intimidation keeps protesters at bay - The U.S. and Israel aimed vast destructive power at regime targets in Iran. But the Islamic Republic's true believers in the IRGC and Basij militia are operating diligently – and without observed defections – to intimidate any Iranian who might heed the call to rise up. By - Scott Peterson - / 6 min23 hours ago
As oil prices surge, Filipinos feel the impact of a distant conflict -- Mark Saludes1 day ago
Why Pakistan has emerged as key mediator in US-Iran war -- Hasan Ali1 day ago
ICE arrives at clogged airports. But security lines, DHS shutdown persist. ICE personnel arrived at more than a dozen U.S. airports Monday as TSA staffers worked without pay, and travelers still faced long security lines. By - Caitlin Babcock - , Sarah Matusek - / 6 min1 day ago
MAGA crackup? Influencers pan Iran war, but base backs Trump – for now. -- Linda Feldmann12 days ago
Gift cards and donations: Homeland Security standoff has TSA workers seeking relief - By - Story Hinckley - , Victoria Hoffmann - , Sarah Matusek - / 5 min12 days ago
Mullin faces sharp criticism as DHS nominee – and tests softer immigration tone -- Sarah Matusek14 days ago
Meanwhile, in Saudi Arabia, life calmly goes on amid Iran war -- In stark contrast with residents of other Arab countries in the Gulf region, Saudis exhibit a decidedly blasé attitude toward the U.S.-Israel war with Iran. Conversations focus on jobs and the economy and reveal faith in their government's ability to provide security. -- Taylor Luck1 hour ago
In Israel, outrage rises over wartime settler violence in West Bank -- Shoshanna Solomon5 days ago
Iranian rulers fought to survive. They found leverage en route to an endgame. -- Scott Peterson7 days ago
First Look - Iran threatens to 'completely' close Strait of Hormuz after Trump ultimatum - By - Alon Bernstein - , Sam Metz - , Samy Magdy - / 4 min6 days ago
For security at home and across Europe, France offers nuclear deterrence -- French President Emmanuel Macron has laid out a new policy on nuclear deterrence that extends beyond the borders of France. -- Colette Davidson12 hours ago
Undeliverable? Why the Kremlin might be set to silence online messaging apps in Russia. -- Fred Weir7 days ago
Europe's energy policy was reshaped by Ukraine. It's being tested by the Iran war. -- Mark Sappenfield9 days ago
Iran strikes neighbors with missiles and drones. Ukraine shows how to fight back. -- Dominique Soguel15 days ago
Aliens and UFOs still fascinate. 'Project Hail Mary,' 'Disclosure Day' are proof.11 hours ago
Dancing offers children refuge in conflict-torn Congo11 hours ago
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Ryan Coogler's 'Sinners' isn't just a vampire flick. It's an American story infused with blues.11 hours ago
Quoting the Bible, more Democrats lean into being Christian11 hours ago
"High Water" embodies the struggle of historic Black coastal communities11 hours ago
An enslaved potter left messages for the future, inscribed in clay11 hours ago
English painter John Constable captured the rhythms of rural life1 month ago
The Apollo missions sent astronauts to the moon. With Artemis, NASA wants them to stay. -- The Artemis II mission will take astronauts beyond low-Earth orbit for the first time in 50 years. This next era of the U.S. space program marks a step toward building a permanent presence in outer space. -- Henry Gass37 minutes ago
Cesar Chavez allegations force a reckoning: Role model, or something less? -- Harry Bruinius1 day ago
Iran warns US ground troops would be at risk as diplomats gather for peace talks -- Munir Ahmed, Sam Metz, and Samy Magdy2 days ago
'No Kings' protests draw millions. Can they turn momentum into change? By - Scott Baldauf - , Caitlin Babcock - , Patrik Jonsson - / 8 min2 days ago
From diplomatic credibility to oil prices, the war in Iran is costing India -- The Iran war is simultaneously undercutting India's energy security, remittances, and geopolitical influence – making Delhi one of the biggest losers in a war it isn't even fighting. -- Aakash Hassan1 day ago
What's behind the global push to ban social media for kids -- Stephen Humphries5 days ago
Mainers in need of basic household goods find a community overflowing with generosity - By - Cameron Pugh - , Alfredo Sosa - / 4 min1 day ago
Even if peace is achieved in Iran war, an 'opportunity cost' follows -- Ned Temko6 days ago
Call your mother? LOL. -- Robert Klose5 days ago
A field guide to unplugging: How a frazzled father found a lifeline in birding -- Zachary Przystup11 days ago
300,000 miles of memories: The car that carried us over the years -- Cathy Buckenmaier19 days ago
Why libraries have a hold on me: A love letter -- Murr Brewster12 days ago
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Why I travel: Exploring new lands – and discovering myself -- Robert Klose1 month ago
What's true about you? -- Mark Swinney4 hours ago
Easter moments throughout the year -- Elizabeth Mata1 day ago
Finding happiness -- Curtis Wahlberg2 days ago
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