Buffalo hate-crime trial starts jury selection, death penalty possible
Jury selection begins for the Buffalo hate‑crime case, where a white supremacist could face the death penalty, while families and statistics fuel…
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New Keynesian theory honored with 2024 Nobel economics award
Hall and Woodford’s work on sticky prices secures the Nobel, spotlighting New Keynesian foundations for today’s policy toolbox.
Independents vie for congressional seats as voters seek middle ground
Independents from Alaska to Florida rally voters tired of partisan gridlock.
California governor supports measure that nullifies billionaire tax proposal
Gov. Newsom’s backing of Prop 42 could derail the billionaire tax and set limits on future wealth levies in California.
911 alerts during Tennessee’s botched execution of Christa Pike
A night of miscommunication unfolded when 911 operators tried to assist a botched lethal injection at Riverbend prison.
Riyadh airport closure after deadly Houthi attacks prompts US debate
Missile strikes on Riyadh’s King Khalid International Airport killed dozens, halted flights and prompted President Trump to weigh a response.
Oil climbs after Trump’s failed energy ceasefire and diesel deal
Fuel prices jump as Trump’s abortive energy ceasefire fuels political heat before the midterms.
Federal court orders pause on tree removal amid Trump golf redesign
Judge Ana Reyes slammed the government for cutting trees without notice and froze work at a beloved D.C. golf course under threat…
State tax judges conference 2026 highlights appraisal and reform issues
A three‑day, invitation‑only summit brings judges, economists and valuation experts together to shape the future of state tax law.
University of Chicago Experts Ready to Explain Midterm Drivers
University of Chicago scholars provide reporters with expert angles on the November midterms, from historic patterns to voter demographics and policy concerns.
Solidarity protest in Canada over India’s voter-list purge
Montreal activists rally for India’s youth, decrying a massive voter‑list purge and fearing a slide toward authoritarianism.
Japan’s elderly share hits 29.6%; government plans sweeping reforms
Japan faces a historic demographic turning point as seniors swell to a record share and leaders outline an all‑encompassing response.
Deadly Houthi attack on Saudi capital’s airport sparks global condemnation
A Houthi missile barrage hit Riyadh’s main airport, causing 12 deaths and 300 injuries, igniting worldwide outrage.
Alvaro Pulido arrested after transfer from Venezuela to Miami court
Alvaro Pulido, a Colombian entrepreneur with a past in drug trafficking, was moved from a Venezuelan jail to U.S. custody and now…
Power outages rise as Russia rejects US-backed energy truce
Ukraine battles rolling blackouts as Russian strikes defy the US‑declared energy ceasefire.
Pentagon adds two overlooked casualties to Iran conflict record
Pentagon updates its casualty database after years of inquiry, finally listing two previously hidden Iran war deaths.