Author: Sophia Davis

The Washington Post’s “Perspective” ranks the 34 best political movies ever made, spotlighting films that reveal power, ideology and the fragile state of democracy on screen.

From parades on the National Mall to museum exhibits and neighborhood festivals, the D.C. area is rolling out special events to mark America’s 250th anniversary this spring.

Japanese outdoor brand Snow Peak will open its third U.S. store in Seattle, reinforcing its Pacific Northwest presence and signaling broader expansion plans across key American markets.

Former President Donald Trump holds an urgent news conference following a reported shooting near the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, addressing security concerns and calling for a swift investigation.

U.S. plans to reclassify marijuana from Schedule I to III could ease taxes and research limits, offering relief to cannabis firms but leaving key federal restrictions intact.

King Charles III arrived at the White House on a delicate mission to bolster strained UK-US ties, aiming to reaffirm shared priorities on security, climate and global stability.

District officials and GOP lawmakers spar over the scale and visibility of National Guard troops in Washington, with critics questioning necessity as leaders defend security measures.

The US has warned of fresh sanctions against the International Criminal Court unless it guarantees not to prosecute former President Donald Trump, sources tell Reuters.

Americans are divided over Trump’s attempted Washington makeover, with supporters praising bold disruption while critics warn of deepening political turmoil and institutional strain.

A Washington state man who fatally stabbed four people had a documented history of mental health issues, raising questions over treatment gaps and warning signs missed by authorities.

Sky News Australia reports filmmaker Ami Horowitz’s reaction to the overall drop in crime across Washington DC, crediting US President Donald Trump’s recent law-and-order crackdown.

Washington crime victim advocacy groups are urging state lawmakers for emergency aid, warning service cuts loom as federal VOCA funds shrink and demand for support remains high.

Bilingual classrooms are reshaping how American children learn, blending English with heritage languages to boost achievement, preserve culture and prepare students for a global economy.

The Washington Post is laying off more than 300 journalists, deepening concerns over newsroom cuts nationwide, The New York Times reports, amid steep digital losses and shifting media economics.

Japan’s prime minister heads to Washington for high-stakes talks, as fallout from the Iran war tests U.S.-Japan ties, regional security plans, and economic cooperation.

Trump has declared victory, asserting Iran offered a “prize” in secret talks, a claim Tehran flatly denies. The dispute raises fresh doubts about backchannel diplomacy and U.S.-Iran relations.

U.S. intelligence has concluded that Russia spent millions on a covert global political influence campaign, targeting foreign elections and opinion to advance Moscow’s strategic interests.

MSG mogul James Dolan is eyeing a second massive Sphere entertainment venue near Washington, DC, expanding his high-tech arena concept beyond Las Vegas, the New York Post reports.

The Chinese Embassy in the U.S. hosted a China Education Reception during the 2026 Washington International Education Conference, highlighting academic exchange and new cooperation opportunities.

The U.S. saw a net loss of immigrants in 2025, a sharp reversal from decades of growth, a new estimate shows, raising questions about labor supply, demographics and policy.