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The U.S. attacked Iran to show its power but the war is already lost. Epic Fury looks like an Epic Fail

Even if Iran is militarily defeated, the U.S. political objectives are unlikely to be achieved — and Washington will stumble out of this war.

Fortune · Mar 18

Japan's leader heads to Washington for a visit complicated by the Iran war fallout

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi is heading to the United States for what she expects to be a “very difficult” meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump

The Independent UK · Mar 18

Spain-US rift: Pedro Sánchez’ defiance of Trump is dictated by domestic politics – but it’s also a litmus test for Europe

The war in Iran has yet again exposed the tensions between Spain’s Pedro Sánchez and Donald Trump. The two leaders have clashed repeatedly over the last year, including over Spain’s ongoing opposition to Israel’s conduct in Gaza, its refusal to raise Nato spending above 2% of GDP, and now its…

The Conversation · Mar 18

Why Experience Matters in Serious Injury Cases

Washington State carries a reputation for progressive values and strong worker protections, but when it comes to serious injury cases, good intentions don't pay medical bills.

inkl · Mar 18

DUP minister ‘claiming’ some of the earliest US settlers for Northern Ireland

Gordon Lyons said it is ‘not about division’ but to make Northern Ireland stand out in the minds of those in the US.

Evening Standard · Mar 18

Lindsey Graham Says Trump Is Furious At Europe Over Strait Of Hormuz Snub — Oil Supply At Risk

Lindsey Graham reveals Trump's anger at Europe over the Strait of Hormuz snub, raising fears of oil supply disruption, rising prices, and a widening rift between Western allies.

International Business Times UK · Mar 17

US media mogul sees a big opportunity in the cuts at the Washington Post

Robert Allbritton’s Notus plans to double its newsroom staff, which includes hiring prominent ex-Post journalists

The Guardian - US · Mar 17

Washington State Just Passed a 9.9% Income Tax on Those Making $1 Million

The new tax “is probably one of the biggest changes in Washington state political history since our founding,” says one state representative.

Reason · Mar 17

Inside Lucia Di Guglielmo’s Move From Italy to the Washington Spirit

The NWSL club used traditional and data-driven scouting techniques to bring the Italian defender stateside. Now, Di Guglielmo is ready to deliver on the pitch, and win over fans in the process.

Sports Illustrated · Mar 17

Going nuclear? Why a growing number of Washington’s allies are eyeing an alternative to US umbrella

Canadians are openly discussing the merits and risks of pursuing a nuclear weapon. Europeans are similarly considering a nuclear deterrent for the bloc. In South Korea, public support for a nuclear weapon is at its highest level on record, and even in Japan some politicians are talking about the once-taboo…

The Conversation · Mar 17