A new law lets wealthy donors spend more money on elections, while giving politicians less proof of where that money comes from. Oregon’s governor signed the bill even though many watchdog groups warned it could open loopholes and weaken existing limits. The measure was intended to prepare for stric
The United States plans to reopen the Strait of Hormuz soon, President Trump said on Friday. He did not give details but warned that the move will be difficult. Trump also mentioned help from other nations, though he did not name them. He said that “other countries use the strait … and they’ll he
Arkansan leaders want to cut back on rules set by the U. S. Department of Education, saying they block progress in local schools. They have asked parents and teachers to share their thoughts by May 7 before sending three requests for special permission. The move comes as the federal agency is shrink
A president who wants to keep his court solid has told reporters that he hopes the two oldest justices, Alito and Thomas, will stay on for many more years. The comment came after they joined a dissent against the court’s decision to strike down President Trump’s tariff plan. Neither justice has spok
The man now steering Iran’s future, Mojtaba Khamenei, is still mending from the brutal attack that ended his father’s reign. Reports say he bears serious facial and leg wounds, yet he keeps his mind sharp enough to steer key decisions via audio calls. His role comes at a time when Iran is on the bri
Estonia stands alone in the EU, refusing to ban kids from social media. The country’s education minister argued that blocking platforms won’t solve the real issues, and warned children will always find a way to access them. Research shows that too much time online can lead to depression, anxie
The United States is fighting to keep its dollar‑backed stablecoins in the global spotlight. These digital coins let people use U. S. dollars anywhere, without a government hand, and they could keep the dollar dominant worldwide. But lawmakers are debating whether crypto companies can pay users for
In a recent study, experts examined fresh video and photos of attacks in Lamerd, Iran. The evidence suggests that the bombs were U. S. Precision Strike Missiles, or PrSMs. Earlier reports had said they might be Iranian missiles instead. The U. S. army denied that it fired any missiles at Lamerd on
In 2025 a courtroom case turned into a long battle for justice, and the support system around the victim made all the difference. The judge’s office and police were involved, but a local supervisor stepped in to help the victim and their children navigate every step of the process. Supervisor
A 27‑year‑old Sudanese man has been formally accused of putting lives at risk after a boat he supposedly steered off the coast of Calais sank, killing four people trying to reach Britain. The National Crime Agency says the charges come under a fresh immigration law that lets Britain prosecute those
