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PBS revisits George Washington’s ascent from surveyor to revolutionary leader, tracing how battlefield fame, political savvy and early biographers forged the enduring mythic father of a nation.
The US and Iran have signaled readiness for indirect talks to defuse soaring tensions in the Gulf, seeking to avert military confrontation amid recent maritime incidents and regional rivalries.
As the nation marks Presidents Day, government services, banks and schools face widespread closures, while major retailers and many restaurants remain open, offering holiday sales and normal hours.
As global tensions rise, Washington is quietly recalibrating its Geneva footprint, preserving key multilateral ties while shifting priorities from traditional arms control to new tech and security arenas.
Donald Trump, long critical of U.S. foreign entanglements, now faces backlash after authorizing military action against Iran, thrusting the nation into a new and uncertain conflict.
On day 34 of US-Israel attacks on Iran, airstrikes intensify across key cities as civilian casualties mount, regional tensions escalate, and diplomatic efforts struggle to gain traction.
The US will cut tariffs on Indian goods to 18% after New Delhi agreed to halt Russian oil imports, marking a major shift in trade and energy ties, Reuters reported.
Turning Point USA’s tour featuring GOP figure Karoline Leavitt stopped at George Washington University Thursday, drawing supporters and protesters as debates over free speech and campus politics intensified.
The House rushes to pass a deal to end the government shutdown as President Trump proposes closing the Kennedy Center for two years, igniting debate over arts funding.
Trump’s ‘board of peace’ convenes this week, aiming to reset global cooperation. Yet the absence of key US allies raises questions over its legitimacy, reach and diplomatic impact.
PBS broadcasts President Donald Trump’s 2026 State of the Union address, where he outlines priorities on the economy, border security, foreign policy and a contentious domestic agenda.
USA Today has appointed Jamie Stockwell as its next top editor, marking a major leadership shift amid digital expansion efforts, The New York Times reported on Wednesday.
Conservative MP Jamil Jivani says Donald Trump sent a direct message to Canadians during a recent Washington visit, urging stronger ties with a potential future Trump administration.
The Washington Post has announced major layoffs and a reduction in news coverage, marking a significant shift in its operations as the paper faces financial and digital challenges.
Donald Trump reportedly backs a 250ft triumphal arch in Washington DC that would dwarf the Lincoln Memorial, sparking debate over symbolism, legacy and the capital’s skyline.
The Kennedy Center will suspend entertainment operations for two years, President Trump announced, raising concerns over cultural funding, jobs, and the future of major performing arts programs.
Donald Trump insists he supports legal immigration, but PBS analysis shows his administration’s policies reduced legal pathways, increased scrutiny, and reshaped who can enter the U.S.
Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian vowed Tehran will not yield to US pressure in stalled nuclear negotiations, insisting Iran’s atomic programme will continue within its own red lines.
“No Kings” rallies swept cities across the U.S. and Europe this weekend, with demonstrators denouncing rising authoritarianism. In Minnesota, Bruce Springsteen headlined a major PBS-covered march.
The United States has renewed threats of military action after Iran and Russia announced joint naval drills, raising tensions and concerns over security and stability in the region.