August 2026
Republicans are dismissing affordability. That could be a problem in November
President Donald Trump quipped that affordability was “devised” by Democrats, while Vice President JD Vance said groceries “cost what they cost.”
States sue to block Trump-backed USPS mail-ballot rule after Supreme Court setback
The rule in question would require election officials to give USPS voter information and use federally reviewed, uniquely barcoded ballot envelopes.
Lost in limbo: Where the Paramount merger delay leaves WBD, and what may come next
Paramount Skydance’s acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery is stalled due to an antitrust lawsuit, leaving WBD in limbo during a pivotal moment for media.
Fed, NASA and DOJ among victims of China hacker group: Court documents
Hackers targeted networks “operated by hospitals, telecommunications providers, power companies, financial institutions, and defense contractors,” a filing said.
Hyundai has grown more than any automaker in the U.S. — and it’s not done yet
The South Korean automaker wants to keep going by ramping up production at a new $7.6 billion plant in Georgia to capture more sales and market share.
Mark Walter’s TWG Global blasts ‘attacks,’ insists ‘no fraud’ amid federal probe
The empire of billionaire Los Angeles Dodgers owner Mark Walter has faced media scrutiny since he said he would sell his majority share of the LA Lakers.
Iran and Oman prepare Hormuz deal as U.S. holds back on secondary sanctions
Iran and Oman are approaching a deal to secure safe transit through the Strait of Hormuz and future administration of the vital economic artery.
From military alliance to economic partnership: How Trump is redefining U.S.-South Korea ties
Trump last Sunday instructed the Pentagon to cut military drills because they were “costly” and send “inappropriate and hostile” signals to North Korea.
Trump’s Saudi nuclear deal reaches Congress as experts warn of proliferation risk
Some Democratic lawmakers and nonproliferation advocates have criticized the pact for not including a permanent prohibition on enrichment or reprocessing.
Investor competition for commercial real estate sees strongest growth in a year
Even though macro uncertainty and volatility continue to show up in the broader economy, bidding keeps rising, according to JLL.