07/31/2026

Defense Secretary Seeks $90 Billion Funding Increase Amid Iran Conflict

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will appear before Congress on Tuesday. He plans to request an almost $90 billion increase in defense funding, aligning with continued conflict in Iran.

Jul 31

Proposed Legislation Aims to Combat Financial Fraud Against Older Americans

Jul 31

Trump Addresses Election Security Concerns in Primetime

Jul 31

Study Questions Purity of Marketed Avocado Oil Products

Jul 31

Sinaloa Cartel Co-Founder Sentenced to Life in U.S. Prison

Ismael Zambada, a co-founder of the Sinaloa Cartel, has received a life sentence in U.S. federal prison. A court also ordered him to pay $15 billion.

Jul 31

Man Charged with Felony for Camping in Public Park

Jul 31

U.S. Imposes New Tariffs on Canadian Goods, Canada Vows Trade Talk Intensification

The United States announced new 50% tariffs on certain products imported from Canada. President Trump initiated the tariffs, drawing a response from Canadian Finance Minister Mark Carney. Carney stated that Canada would intensify ongoing trade discussions.

Jul 31

Research Identifies Job Roles Most Susceptible to AI Influence

Jul 31

United States Imposes Tariffs on 60 Countries Over Forced Labor Allegations

Jul 31

U.S. Implements New Tariffs on 60 Trade Partners

Jul 31

United States Imposes Tariffs on 60 Countries Over Forced Labor Allegations

Jul 31

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 31

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

Jul 31

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

Jul 31

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

Jul 31

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

Jul 31

Supreme Court Reinforces Second Amendment Doctrine in Recent Rulings

The Supreme Court's October 2025 term featured two significant Second Amendment rulings. In separate decisions, the court addressed firearms possession for marijuana users and a presumptive ban on carrying firearms in public establishments in Hawaii. These rulings further shaped the application of the 'text-and-history' approach established in *Bruen*.

Jul 31

Trump Says U.S. Will Impose 'Iranian Blockade' in Strait of Hormuz

Jul 31

U.S. Conducts Strikes in Middle East Amid Regional Tensions

Jul 31

Houthi Group Announces Intent to Block Bab Al-Mandeb Strait

Jul 31

Zelenskyy Replaces Ukraine's Military Commander Amid Protests

Jul 31

Supreme Court Term Limits Proposed Amid Ethics, Security Discussions

A Democratic senator introduced legislation proposing term limits for Supreme Court justices. This development occurs while security officials report increased threats against government officials and Supreme Court justices address ethical questions concerning prediction markets.

Jul 31

U.S., Saudi Arabia Announce Civilian Nuclear Agreement

Jul 31

Iran Warns UK Over US Military Presence at Bases

Jul 31