07/18/2026

Trump Concludes G7 Summit as Iran Plan Remains Undisclosed

President Donald Trump wrapped talks with world leaders at the G7 summit in France, where discussions centered on his plan to resolve the U.S. conflict with Iran. The proposal has not been made public or shared with allies in Congress, leaving questions about its terms and costs.

Jul 18

U.S. Lifts Naval Blockade Against Iran; Khamenei Disputes Deal

Jul 18

US and Iran Sign Initial Agreement; Comprehensive Deal Negotiations to Follow

Jul 18

Iran and US claim victory in war deal while facing hurdles to compliance

Jul 18

Extreme Weather Across US Brings Heat Alerts, Western Wildfires, Southern Flooding

Nearly half the United States is under alert for dangerous heat with forecasters predicting record temperatures. Meanwhile, the West confronts deadly wildfires fueled by hot, dry conditions, while parts of the South are drying out following catastrophic flash flooding.

Jul 18

Motor oil prices surge amid Middle East tensions, with limited relief expected from peace talks

Motor oil costs have climbed sharply since conflict erupted, driven by disruptions in lubricant supplies rather than crude oil shortages. Industry analysts say even a resolution to the fighting may not reverse price increases.

Jul 18

Three barriers keep shipping out of Strait of Hormuz despite end to conflict

Jul 18

Bezos predicts AI will create jobs, not eliminate them

Jul 18

The Affirmation Nobody Tells You About: Why "I Don't Know Yet" Is More Powerful Than "I Can Do Anything

We've been sold the wrong affirmation. Here's why admitting what you don't know might be the most honest—and most empowering—thing you can say today.

Jul 18

Why Haiku Breaks Your Brain in the Best Way (And Why You Should Write One Today)

Jul 18

The Dangerous Comfort of Certainty—Why the Smartest People Often Ask the Most Questions

Jul 18

The Fed Just Admitted It's Flying Blind—And Markets Know It

Jul 18

The Silent Treatment Isn't Communication—It's Just Silence With Feelings

Jul 18

DHS Plans to Share Facial Recognition Technology With Local Police

The Department of Homeland Security has outlined plans to provide local police departments with facial recognition software currently used by Immigration and Customs Enforcement. The move would grant state and municipal agencies access to the same technology federal immigration agents employ.

Jul 18

Vance holds talks with Iranian officials in Switzerland as regional tensions escalate

Jul 18

Teen arrested in connection with death of missing 14-year-old girl

Police arrested a teenage boy on suspicion of murder after locating a body during their search for 14-year-old Lilly, who went missing over the weekend.

Jul 18