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There are more American millionaires than ever – but it’s worth a fraction of what it used to be

The U.S. is also home to a record number of billionaires

The Independent UK

How are China and Iran cornering US without firing a shot amid tensions in Gulf

China and Iran are increasingly using global supply chains and strategic chokepoints to counter the United States, reshaping economic warfare and exposing Washington’s vulnerabilities, according to a report by The Washington Post that examines how, when, where, why and how these tactics are playing out in today’s shifting geopolitical landscape.

The Times of India

What declining vaccination rates mean for families in Allegheny County – where 1 in 3 kindergarten classrooms lack herd immunity for measles

As the risk of measles remains an ongoing concern, herd immunity in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, is already slipping. According to data obtained via The Washington Post in January 2026, 1 in 3 Allegheny County kindergartners were in a classroom too far below adequate vaccination coverage to stop a measles outbreak…

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Alarm as acting CDC director delays report showing Covid vaccine benefits

Study that reportedly found reduction in ER visits and hospitalizations being reviewed by Jay Bhattacharya

The Guardian - US

Tyler Robinson timeline mystery deepens as podcaster Baron Coleman claims Discord confession came after police custody in Charlie Kirk case

Baron Coleman’s claim about Tyler Robinson’s custody timing has raised fresh doubts in the Charlie Kirk case. The Discord confession, sent after the reported custody time, is now under question. Candace Owens has supported the claim, adding more attention. While officials stand by their version, the timeline issue is now…

The Times of India

Oil Prices Spike Amid Ceasefire Hopes And Strait Of Hormuz Bottlenecks

Prices had earlier dipped below $95 following initial optimism about the ceasefire before rebounding as doubts emerged over the durability of the agreement.

International Business Times

RFK Jr’s CDC delays report showing benefits from Covid vaccine, insiders say

Stalled publication sparked concerns that information conflicting with Kennedy’s views may be sidelined

The Independent UK

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Pete Hegseth Keeps Trying to Fire Generals, But One “Isn’t Going Anywhere”

Pete Hegseth keeps ousting different military leadership. But one stubborn army member says that he isn’t leaving anytime soon. The Washington Post reports that Dan Driscoll is staying put for the time being.

The Mary Sue

‘Pete is not speaking truth to the president’: Experts sound alarm over Hegseth’s war messaging to Trump

The Pentagon chief has said Iran has ‘no air defenses’ and its missiles and drones were ‘being destroyed or shot out of the sky’

The Independent UK

Under Noem, FEMA was led by obscure contractor who targeted funding for Muslims, state of California and climate change

Kara Voorhies, a contractor with no emergency management experience, was invited into high-level meetings at FEMA and may have been paid as much as $1M

The Independent UK

‘The attorney general did not tip us off’: Eric Swalwell flat-out denies Pam Bondi leaked to him, and points to who actually did

So much for that theory.

We Got This Covered

Trump Officials Face Backlash for Citing White Supremacist Arguments in Push to End Birthright Citizenship

The Trump administration argues that birthright citizenship protection does not extend to children of people in the country unlawfully or only temporarily, and that authorities have been applying the clause too broadly.

International Business Times

US plots Iran ground assault as 10,000 troops ready and Marines surge into Middle East

Pentagon prepares for ‘major escalation’ that could last weeks as war-gamed plans move forward, Houthi attacks widen the conflict and fears grow over global oil and trade routes being hit

Evening Standard

Iran-US war latest: Massive Kuwaiti oil tanker off Dubai port hit as Trump issues fresh warning to Tehran

US president claims ‘serious discussions’ are ongoing with Iran to end the war in Iran

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The Times of India

White House number shows ‘Epstein Island’ on Android phones, Google flags fake Maps edit: Report

In a bizarre tech glitch, the official White House switchboard number briefly appeared as “Epstein Island” on some Android devices, particularly Google Pixel phones, according to a Washington Post report.

International Business Times

Trump's $5 Sharpie Story at Cabinet Meeting Challenged—Marker Company Says It Never Happened

A minor anecdote about negotiating Sharpie prices has escalated into a credibility dispute after the manufacturer contradicted President Trump's claims.

International Business Times UK

Trump $5 Sharpies Tale During Cabinet Meeting Questioned—Marker Firm Says Claim Never Happened

A minor anecdote about negotiating Sharpie prices has escalated into a credibility dispute after the manufacturer contradicted President Trump's claims.

The Independent UK

Republicans struggling with bigotry among younger conservatives: ‘We don’t think Hitler is, like, the worst person ever’

Senator Ted Cruz raised concerns about growing antisemitism among young conservatives recently

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Euronews

Pentagon mulls redirecting Ukraine military aid to Middle East, reports claim

With the Iran war showing no signs of winding down, the US might prioritise the Middle East over Ukraine not only in terms of its focus and attention, but also in terms of military aid, US media reported Thursday.

The Times of India

Pentagon weighs redirecting Ukraine-bound weapons to Middle East as Iran war strains US munitions: Report

The Pentagon is reportedly considering rerouting some weapons, including air defence interceptors, originally destined for Ukraine to the Middle East due to strains on US stockpiles from the ongoing Iran war. This move highlights the difficult choices Washington faces in balancing support for Kyiv with its operational needs in the…

The Independent UK

Conservative activist who claimed 2020 election against Trump was rigged is convicted of election fraud

Harry Wait faces up to seven years in prison though a sentence that severe is unlikely, legal observers say

The Guardian - UK

Hungarian election candidate accuses ruling party of treason over alleged EU leak to Russia

Péter Magyar, who leads in polls, says Orbán government is ‘betraying Hungarian and European interests’

International Business Times UK

Pentagon Loyalty Pledge To Pete Hegseth Struck Down By Federal Judge After Journalists Walk Out In Protest

A federal judge has ruled against the Pentagon's press-access policy, citing violations of the First and Fifth Amendments, marking a significant win for press freedom.

International Business Times UK

US Troops Warn Iran War Could Be An Absolute Disaster As Morale Drops And Mission Clarity Collapses

As the US-Iran conflict intensifies, a surge in conscientious objector applications reveals growing internal dissent within the US military.

Euronews

Hungarian minister shared EU confidential information with Russia for years, report claims

A report by the Washington Post suggests Hungary’s foreign minister Péter Szijjártó shared confidential reports of EU Council meetings with his Russian counterpart Lavrov. Budapest denies it.

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