Trump tries to blame Reflecting Pool woes on vandalism, without offering substantiation
The paint is peeling from Washington’s Reflecting Pool after the renovation ordered by President Donald Trump.
SNAP restrictions could change what shoppers buy — and food giants are watching
SNAP food restrictions are spreading to more states, pressuring major food and beverage as consumers shift spending away from soda, candy and processed foods.
Kennedy Center says it isn’t required to reschedule shows after judge blocks 2-year closure
Kennedy Center lawyers said the institution plans to “maintain an operational model” after July 5, when it initially was scheduled to shutter for renovations.
Trump unveils the new Air Force One, a converted Qatari jet
The gift from Qatar is serving as a so-called “bridge” aircraft to carry the president until the new planes ordered directly from Boeing arrive.
DOJ rebuffs judge’s request to put in writing it won’t move forward with ‘anti-weaponization’ fund
The DOJ in May announced it was creating the fund as part of a settlement of President Donald Trump’s $10 billion lawsuit against the Internal Revenue Service.
Bob Iger reflects on 10 years of Shanghai Disneyland as it defies the Chinese pullback
Shanghai Disneyland hit 100 million cumulative visitors in 2025, according to the company. It’s a relatively new but important foothold in Disney’s history.
Meloni slams Trump’s claim she ‘begged’ for a photo with him as Italy’s top diplomat cancels U.S. trip
Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani abruptly canceled a planned trip to the U.S., calling Trump’s claims “serious and offensive” toward Meloni and Italy.
Russia threatens escalation after Ukraine hits Moscow with largest-ever drone attack
Russia has pledged to carry out frequent and “massive group strikes” against Ukraine shortly after Kyiv launched a barrage of drones on Moscow.
U.S. opens tariff probe targeting Germany’s drug pricing policies
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said Germany’s proposal to reduce spending on medicines was “a serious step backwards.”
U.S.-Iran deal in photos: ships in the Strait of Hormuz, daily life in Tehran
The first signs of a post-war recovery are emerging across the Middle East after the United States and Iran signed a memorandum aimed at ending the conflict.