Former U.S. Representative Mary Peltola, a Democrat who served as Alaska’s at-large House member from 2022 to 2025, has launched a campaign for the U.S. Senate. Her entry adds a high-profile candidate with prior federal experience to Alaska’s next Senate race under the state’s ranked choice voting system.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said the U.S. Department of Justice served subpoenas on the central bank over building renovation matters ahead of his June 2025 Senate Banking Committee testimony. The subpoenas, according to Powell, warned of a possible criminal indictment tied to issues expected to arise during the hearing. He did not identify specific projects, individuals, or statutes under review. The Justice Department has not publicly detailed the investigation, and no charges have been announced. Lawmakers plan to question Powell on monetary policy, internal operations, and oversight of renovation contracts at Fed facilities.
President Donald Trump received a classified briefing on new U.S. military strike options against Iran, according to a source familiar with the discussions. The review of potential responses came as tensions with Tehran remained high and U.S. officials monitored Iran’s internal security actions and regional activities. On Friday, Trump publicly stated that if the Iranian government resumed “killing people like they have in the past,” the United States “would get involved,” signaling a possible red line tied to large-scale violence against civilians. Officials did not confirm any decision to carry out strikes.
Humans have been chewing gum for thousands of years, long after the flavor fades and without clear nutritional benefit, according to historical and scientific reports.
Friends, family, and fans gathered for a candlelight vigil Monday to honor Dallas rapper Zecqurie Fields, also known as Zeethewizard, who died following a New Year’s Day shooting outside Pinkhouse Dallas nightclub.
Six months after catastrophic flooding swept through the Texas Hill Country on July 4, residents are still recovering from the disaster that killed more than 130 people and left many homes destroyed.
Houston Texans teammates Will Anderson Jr. and Azeez Al-Shaair say their friendship is grounded in faith, bridging their Christian and Muslim beliefs.
Texas has launched a website allowing the public to submit complaints or feedback on the state’s colleges and universities.
North Korea has demanded an explanation from South Korea over a drone it claims crossed into its territory earlier this month, state media reported Sunday.
Riot Games has launched the first seasonal update of 2026 for League of Legends (LoL), focusing on the in-game kingdom of Demacia and introducing gameplay, narrative, and competitive changes.