Day: April 13, 2026
China and Iran are reshaping global trade and finance, exploiting U.S.-led systems to blunt sanctions, deepen alliances and challenge Washington’s economic dominance worldwide.
Trinity Rodman scored and energized the attack as the USWNT routed Paraguay in a dominant friendly, showcasing depth, sharp finishing and early signs of cohesion ahead of future competitions.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visits Washington to discuss the Gaza conflict and Iran’s regional influence, as policymakers examine U.S.-Israel strategy at the Council on Foreign Relations.
President Trump’s new security strategy rebukes European allies over defense spending while reaffirming U.S. dominance in the Western Hemisphere, signaling a sharper, America-first approach.
A Washington Post column argues conservatives denouncing “identity politics” increasingly use identity-based appeals themselves, revealing a paradox at the heart of today’s culture wars.
SNL’s UK and US editions lampooned Melania Trump’s controversial Epstein remarks this week, using sharp sketches and impersonations that reignited debate over her public legacy.
The Education Department is being dismantled, raising urgent questions over federal oversight, school funding, civil rights protections, and how states will manage key education programs.
Congress is advancing a plan to tighten crime policies in Washington, D.C., prompting debate over local autonomy, public safety, and the potential impact on city residents.
US oil companies say they need clear guarantees and stable terms before committing fresh investment to Venezuela’s energy sector, the Financial Times reports, citing industry executives.
The Wisconsin Badgers face the Washington Huskies on Feb. 28, and fans can catch all the action via live stream or TV. Here’s how to watch, including channel details and game time.
As US-Israel tensions with Iran intensify, analysts question Donald Trump’s ultimate strategy. Is he seeking regime change, leverage in Washington, or a new role in Middle East power politics?