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Petraeus: Extended talks possible as Iranians 'quite good at dragging out negotiations'
Retired Gen. David Petraeus on Sunday said that extended talks between U.S. and Iranian officials are possible, saying that Iran is "quite good at dragging out negotiations." Petraeus discussed the negotiations on the “Cats Roundtable” radio show hosted by John Catsimatidis on
Trump’s ballroom saga invokes national security threats
As President Trump strives to remake Washington in his image, his White House ballroom project stands apart. In court filings this week, his administration insisted that halting construction of the $400 million ballroom would amount to a national security threat — a departure
Searching for FIFA Founder Jules Rimet
One beautiful autumn morning I cycled from my flat in Paris to a municipal cemetery in the suburb of Bagneux. I was looking for the grave of Jules Rimet. Bagneux was a surprisingly unglamorous place for him to be buried; when he died in 1956, he had served as FIFA’s president
As AI pushes students to reconsider majors, universities struggle to adapt
A recent poll shows AI’s increasing role in how students decide on college majors, creating a rapidly developing situation for universities that are still struggling to determine how the technology will shape higher education. The Lumina Foundation-Gallup 2026 State of Higher
Vance says no headway in ceasefire talks: 'I think that's bad news for Iran'
Vice President Vance, speaking to reporters after a marathon day of negotiations with Iran, said no progress was made toward a peace agreement, which he added was "bad news for Iran." Coming amid a 14-day ceasefire in the war, Vance called the 21 hours of negotiations with the
China preparing delivery of new air defense systems to Iran, report says
China is preparing to deliver new air defense systems to Iran in the next few weeks, following over a month of U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran's military and missile capabilities, CNN reported Saturday. The outlet cited three people familiar with recent U.S. intelligence
White House ballroom construction can continue, federal appeals court says
A U.S. Court of Appeals on Saturday said that construction of the White House ballroom can carry on temporarily after a judge halted construction late last month. A three-judge panel from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit ruled 2-1 that the preliminary injunction
Sunday shows preview: Ceasefire on shaky ground as US, Iran hold direct talks in Pakistan
Senior delegations from the U.S. and Iran arrived in Islamabad this week, where Pakistan hosted a high-stakes meeting between the countries just days after announcing a temporary ceasefire had been reached in the Middle East conflict. Vice President JD Vance, special envoy
Ex-diplomat ranks US-Vatican tensions as ‘maybe a 23’ on a 1-10 scale of unusual
Former diplomat Richard Haass on Saturday said that tensions between the U.S. and the Vatican have reached a 23 out of a 1-to-10 scale. "Morning Joe Weekend" co-host Willie Geist asked Haass how unusual a reported threat from the Pentagon to the Vatican's former diplomat was
Virginia redistricting battle enters home stretch
Democrats’ push to redistrict in Virginia is entering the home stretch as the party seeks to solidify an advantage in four more House districts ahead of the November midterms. Heavyweight donors have poured millions of dollars into the April 21 contest, which asks Virginians
Manhattan DA to investigate Swalwell over sexual assault allegation
Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg's office on Saturday said it is investigating Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.), the front-runner in the crowded California gubernatorial race, in connection with a sexual assault allegation from a former staffer, multiple outlets reported.
Former general urges Trump to call Xi over Iran, Strait of Hormuz
Retired Army Gen. Jack Keane urged President Trump to take action to break Tehran's control over the Strait of Hormuz. In a Friday interview on the “Cats & Cosby” radio show, Keane told hosts John Catsimatidis and Rita Cosby that the U.S. should stop Iran’s oil-carrying ships
UK halts Chagos Island transfer after US withdraws support
The United Kingdom on Saturday paused its transfer of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius after President Trump recently withdrew his cooperation for the 2024 agreement. The U.K. and the U.S. have shared a military base on Diego Garcia, the largest island in the Chagos, since the
Kelly rips Witkoff, Kushner role in Iran talks: Can't send 'two real estate developers' to negotiate peace
Sen. Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) on Saturday criticized the involvement of special envoy Steve Witkoff and President Trump’s son-in-law Jared Kushner in Middle East diplomacy, as the two sit down with Iranian officials for trilateral talks on bringing the six-week conflict with Iran
What is a servicemember's life worth? Russia versus the US
The US launched a large-scale, multi-level, and expensive operation to rescue two airmen stranded in Iran, which was followed closely by Russian citizens, and highlighted the stark contrast between the US and Russian military attitudes towards their subordinates.
US military starts removing mines from Strait of Hormuz
The U.S. military has launched operations to begin de-mining the Strait of Hormuz, U.S. Central Command (Centcom) said on Saturday. Centcom said in a social media post highlighted by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth that two Navy guided-missile destroyers began “setting
China’s energy dominance plan is built on the backs of forced labor
China’s continued exploitation of Uyghur people is central to its ambition to dominate global critical mineral markets.
US, Iran begin face-to-face talks for first time since 1979
The negotiations between the U.S. and Iran in Islamabad, Pakistan, on ending the six-week conflict are the first face-to-face talks between the two nations since 1979, the White House confirmed on Saturday. U.S. and Iranian officials arrived in the Pakistani capital on Friday
Progressives are poised for a big victory in New Jersey
If Democrat Analilia Mejia wins next week’s election to fill New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s (D) former House seat, it will offer just the latest boost for progressives, who have notched a number of wins as the party debates its direction heading into the midterms. Mejia, a
For our 250th anniversary, the new blue 'founding fathers' are crushing the right
Conservative media can pound on George Soros all they want — often with very good reason — but might be better served if it turned its anger and frustration upon the literally thousands of Republican, conservative and faith-based billionaires and multi-millionaires who choose
Maher: Trump pushed Iran ceasefire to ‘save face’ as war crime concerns mount
Comedian Bill Maher accused President Trump of agreeing to a two-week ceasefire with Iran to “save face.” In his Friday evening monologue on “Real Time with Bill Maher,” the late night host ridiculed Trump’s claim that the Strait of Hormuz, a major oil trading corridor, had
Rubio pulls green cards of 3 Iranian immigrants with alleged ties to regime
The Trump administration has revoked green cards for three more Iranian immigrants with alleged ties to the regime, a week after arresting two relatives of slain Iranian commander Qasem Soleimani. The State Department said in a statement that Seyed Eissa Hashemi, Maryam
Luna moves to oust Swalwell from House over assault allegations
Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.) on Saturday said she would file a motion to expel California Rep. Eric Swalwell from office, after the Democrat was hit with sexual assault allegations. “I am filing a motion to expel Eric Swalwell from Congress,” the Republican lawmaker wrote on
This bill would exacerbate the affordability crisis
The Fair Prices for Local Businesses Act, which would expand the Robinson-Patman Act, is being proposed by Washington Democrats and would result in higher prices for consumers, while benefiting plaintiffs' lawyers and less-efficient businesses.
Trump says Virginia 'has lost its Energy, Vitality, and Strength' under Spanberger
President Trump lashed out against Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger (D) on Saturday, accusing the governor of wrecking the commonwealth’s economy and driving away businesses. The criticism on Truth Social came as Trump was headed to meetings at his golf club in Potomac Falls,
Khanna open to alliance with Greene as GOP rift deepens: 'I'm game'
Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) on Friday entertained the idea of a partnership with former Georgia Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, commending the Republican for speaking out against President Trump’s threats against Iran. “As a human being and as an American citizen, I am relieved that
Trump signals tankers headed to US to load up 'sweetest' oil: 'We are waiting for you'
President Trump said Saturday morning that “massive numbers” of empty tankers are headed to the U.S. to stock up on oil and gas, as Iran continues to restrict movement in the Strait of Hormuz. “Massive numbers of completely empty oil tankers, some of the largest anywhere in the
New York, California compete as disaster tourism destinations for economists
Jennifer Siebel Newsom, the "first partner" of California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D), is under fire for stating that she takes her children to conservative and Republican states so that they can see misogyny and racism firsthand. Putting aside her hellscape phantasm, California may
Deadline to file claim in Dollar General class action settlement nears
While the discount retailer has denied any wrongdoing, it previously agreed to the multi-million dollar settlement.
Nick Lachey reveals 98 Degrees kept an 'age of consent' guide on tour bus
Lachey also spoke about the financial issues the band faced after receiving a modest advance from its label.
Nancy Guthrie kidnapping could be retribution: Ann Burgess
Dr. Ann Burgess broke down her analysis of Nancy Guthrie's disappearance on "Brian Entin Investigates."
Democratic leaders press Swalwell to exit governor's race over assault claims
Top Democratic leadership and key party allies are calling on Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) to exit California’s gubernatorial race after allegations of sexual assault surfaced on Friday. Two separate reports revealed allegations against the sitting lawmaker. A former staffer
You’re paying taxes — why aren’t billionaires?
In California, roughly 200 billionaires collectively hold about $2 trillion in wealth. Yet much of that fortune goes virtually untouched by income taxes. Why? Because it isn’t treated as “income” at all.
Surge of tax refund scams detected ahead of IRS deadline: What to watch for
Experts are warning of a surge in scam websites created to take advantage of taxpayers trying to file their returns online before the deadline.
Vance leads US-Iran talks in Pakistan as ceasefire wobbles
Vice President Vance arrived in Islamabad early Saturday to lead U.S.–Iran talks mediated by Pakistan as the temporary ceasefire appears to buckle under pressure. The U.S. delegation included Vance, special envoy Steve Witkoff and political adviser Jared Kushner — President
Who would benefit from Bernie Sanders' wealth tax on billionaires?
The 5% annual wealth tax on billionaires expands upon proposed legislation in California, backed by a health care labor union.
Swalwell calls sexual assault claims 'flat false' as pressure mounts to drop governor bid
Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) firmly denied allegations of sexual assault that emerged on Friday, as calls mount for the lawmaker to drop his campaign for California governor. A former staffer accused Swalwell of sexually assaulting her twice when she was too drunk
Gambling addiction is soaring: The SAFE Bet Act can stop it getting worse
Make no mistake about this: Online sports betting is a growing public health problem.