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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.
The Pentagon is weighing a shift of U.S. military aid from Ukraine to the Middle East, raising concerns among allies and lawmakers, The Washington Post reports.
PBS highlights eight key takeaways from Trump’s 2026 State of the Union, examining his economic claims, immigration vows and foreign policy stance amid a sharply divided Congress.
The USS George Washington Carrier Strike Group departed Busan after joint drills with South Korea, underscoring U.S. commitment to regional security, deterrence, and alliance readiness.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will deploy 500 additional National Guard troops to Washington, D.C., after two soldiers were shot near a federal facility, officials said.
Four people were killed in a stabbing attack in Washington state, US authorities said. A suspect is in custody as investigators work to determine a motive in the deadly incident.
A Washington Democrat has introduced a bill to block recent ICE hires from future police jobs, denouncing Trump’s border tactics as an “occupying force,” sparking heated national debate.
USA Today has appointed Washington Post veteran Jamie Stockwell as vice president of news, signaling a strategic push to strengthen its national reporting and digital journalism efforts.
The FBI has searched the home of a Washington Post reporter as part of a probe involving a government contractor, raising concerns among press freedom advocates, NBC News reports.
Washington Commanders legend Joe Theismann, 66, is aiming for an unlikely comeback, vying for a spot on Team USA’s inaugural Olympic flag football squad, reports Sports Illustrated.
The latest BLS report shows the Seattle-area Consumer Price Index rising in February 2026, highlighting continued inflation pressures across key categories including housing and transportation.
A new Ipsos poll shows most Americans disapprove of Donald Trump’s handling of tariffs, citing concerns over higher consumer prices and escalating trade tensions with key U.S. partners.
TCU completed a dramatic comeback to edge Washington, staving off a potential NCAA Tournament upset. The Horned Frogs rallied late, securing a hard-fought win and advancing in March Madness.
PBS provides live coverage and real-time analysis of President Trump’s 2026 State of the Union address, tracking key policy pledges, congressional reaction, and early political fallout.
Destination Capitol Hill 2026, the USA’s premier travel advocacy summit, returns to Washington, DC next month, poised to shape key federal policies and strengthen the nation’s travel economy.
Millions joined “No Kings” marches across the US, denouncing Donald Trump’s leadership and warning against authoritarianism, as organizers vowed escalating protests ahead of the election.
Hall of Famer Darrell Green tested his legendary speed at Team USA flag football tryouts, drawing crowds and curiosity as the Washington icon explored a new chapter in his storied career.
The U.S. plans to require visa applicants from 12 additional countries to post bonds of up to $15,000, a move officials say targets overstays but critics warn may curb legal travel.