07/18/2026

U.S. cancels Iran talks scheduled for Switzerland

Diplomatic talks between the United States and Iran planned for Switzerland will not proceed. The Department of Homeland Security meanwhile intends to provide local law enforcement agencies with access to facial recognition technology operated by Immigration and Customs Enforcement.

Jul 18

United States, Iran Announce Agreement Details

Jul 18

Pentagon to Review U.S. Military Posture in Europe Amid NATO Expectations

Jul 18

State Department Offers $15 Million in Rewards for MS-13 Leaders

The State Department announced reward offers totaling $15 million for information leading to the arrest or conviction of two MS-13 leaders operating in Honduras. Both men remain at large and face charges related to drug trafficking, money laundering, and violent crimes.

Jul 18

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

Shipping companies have not restored normal operations through the Strait of Hormuz following the conflict. Experts cite security risks, sea mines, and new toll requirements as the main obstacles to resuming full traffic.

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

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