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US sanctions Iranian operatives accused of overseas assassination plots

The United States on Thursday imposed sanctions on members and affiliates of Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard and its external operations arm whom Washington accused of participating in terrorist plots targeting former U.S. government officials, dual U.S. and Iranian nationals and Iranian dissidents.

Reuters

US jobless claims tick up, still show strong labor demand

WASHINGTON: Applications for US unemployment benefits rose slightly last week to a level that’s still consistent with resilient demand for labor.

The Times of India

Supreme Court sides with concrete company in union case - Roll Call

The Supreme Court on Thursday revived a Washington concrete company’s state court lawsuit over alleged damages from a drivers’ strike.

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Meet the House members who voted against the debt limit deal - Roll Call

Much of the debt limit bill opposition came from the far right and left wings of Congress, but there were some surprising “no” votes.

Roll Call

China criticizes US plan for trade deal with Taiwan

China’s government has criticized the United States' plans to sign a trade treaty with Taiwan, calling on Washington to stop official contact with the self-ruled island democracy claimed by Beijing as part of its territory

The Independent UK

US imposes sanctions on companies tied to Sudan forces as fighting rages

The United States on Thursday imposed sanctions on companies it accused of fuelling the conflict in Sudan, stepping up pressure on the army and a rival paramilitary force to stop fighting raging in Khartoum and other regions.

Reuters

US defense chief calls China's refusal to meet unfortunate during visit to Tokyo for talks

U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin is stressing the importance of communication between Washington's and Beijing's defense authorities

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China and key US partner Singapore agree to top-level defense hotline

China and Singapore have laid the groundwork for a hotline between the two countries that would establish a high-level communications link between Beijing and a close American partner in Asia at a time when Chinese tensions with Washington are high and dialogue has stalled

The Independent UK

Taiwan, US to sign trade deal

TAIPEI: The United States and Taiwan will sign a trade deal on Thursday, Taipei said, in a move likely to stoke tensions between Beijing and Washington over the island.

Bangkok Post

WATCH: Clinton Portis, Ray Brown speak to Commanders at OTAS

The pair spoke to the team Wednesday.

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Watch Foo Fighters open new club venue with special guest and fiery Bad Brains cover

After Dave Grohl spoke at the opening ceremony, Foo Fighters played the first show at new Washington D.C venue The Atlantis

Metal Hammer

US House passes bipartisan bill to raise debt ceiling, avoid default

Lawmakers agreed on a bill that looks to avoid a catastrophic default of the United States. The text will now go to the Senate for approval.

France 24

Once hostile, NASA holds first public meeting on UFOs

WASHINGTON - The truth is out there -- but we're going to need to look harder.

Bangkok Post

States With Low and No Capital Gains Tax in 2026

Low-tax states, including states with no capital gains tax, are selling points for many people.

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UAE withdraws from US-led maritime coalition

Analysts: Abu Dhabi wants more action from Washington to protect shipping lanes, seeks to diversify security relations.

Roll Call

Recent attacks put staffers on edge as authorities look for answers - Roll Call

Attacks on Congress and staff members have them on edge and concerned about security, especially away from Washington.

Bangkok Post

Deal averting US default clears first hurdle

WASHINGTON: A deal to raise the US debt ceiling passed its first major test in Congress on Tuesday, surviving a crucial procedural vote amid a conservative backlash that resurrected the threat of the country's first-ever default.

Reuters

Qatar prime minister, Taliban chief hold secret Afghan talks -source

The Qatari prime minister held secret talks with the supreme leader of the Taliban this month on resolving tension with the international community, a source briefed on the meeting said, signaling a new willingness by Afghanistan's rulers to discuss ways to end their isolation.

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Ex-Washington State Coach Nick Rolovich Has Wrongful Termination Suit Dismissed

Rolovich was fired in 2021 for refusing to get vaccinated against COVID-19.

Reuters

Russia accuses Washington of encouraging Ukraine in its attacks

Washington is encouraging Kyiv by publicly ignoring the drone attack that struck several districts of Moscow on Tuesday, Russia's envoy to the United States said on Wednesday, after President Vladimir Putin blamed Ukraine for the strikes.

ABC News

Chinese jet carried out 'aggressive' manoeuvre near US military plane, Washington says

Video shows a fighter jet passing in front of the US plane's nose and the cockpit of the RC-135 shaking in the turbulence.

Reuters

White House says it does not support attacks inside Russia

The United States is still gathering information on reports of drones striking in Moscow, the White House said on Tuesday, reiterating that Washington does not support attacks inside Russia and is focused on helping Ukraine retake its territory.

Reuters

US targets Syrian money service businesses in fresh sanctions

The United States on Tuesday imposed punitive measures on two Syrian money service businesses it said help the government maintain access to the international financial system in violation of sanctions, in Washington's first action targeting Syria since its readmittance to the Arab League.

Evening Standard

Rishi Sunak to visit Washington DC for talks with Joe Biden

Discussions will cover the economy, the environment and the war in Ukraine.

Reuters

Rishi Sunak to visit Washington next week for talks with Biden

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will hold talks with U.S. President Joe Biden next week when they will discuss improving economic ties and how to sustain military support for Ukraine in its conflict with Russia.

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