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Friday, July 31, 2026
Trump Administration Considered, Then Dropped, Strait of Hormuz Toll Plan
A proposal during the Trump administration to impose a toll on ships traversing the Strait of Hormuz was considered and subsequently abandoned after a rapid internal pushback. The plan aimed to fund increased security for commercial shipping in the critical waterway. Officials worked for a full day to present concerns about the potential economic and geopolitical fallout.
Today's Sections
Community News
Read Section →Families Voice Concerns Over Americans Detained in Iran Amid Diplomacy
Families of Americans imprisoned in Iran worry their loved ones' cases may receive less attention as U.S. and Iran diplomatic efforts continue. U.S. officials state these cases remain part of ongoing discussions.
Jul 31
U.S. Targets Iranian Infrastructure Near Key Strait
Jul 31
Defense Secretary Seeks $90 Billion Funding Increase Amid Iran Conflict
Jul 31
ICE Temporarily Suspends Most Vehicle Stops After Fatal Shootings
Jul 31
Trump Administration Implements New Tariffs on Trading Partners
Jul 31
Crime & Public Safety
Read Section →Local Business
Read Section →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
Brent Crude Tops $100 Amid Escalating Middle East Conflict
Jul 31
U.S. Imposes New Tariffs on Canadian Goods, Canada Vows Trade Talk Intensification
Jul 31
Research Identifies Job Roles Most Susceptible to AI Influence
Jul 31
Daily Fun
Read Section →The Silent Treatment Isn't Communication—It's Just Silence With Feelings
She won't tell him what's wrong, he's exhausted from guessing, and their marriage is suffocating in unspoken resentment. Here's what's actually happening.
Jul 31
The Fed Just Admitted It's Flying Blind—And Markets Know It
Jul 31
The Dangerous Comfort of Certainty—Why the Smartest People Often Ask the Most Questions
Jul 31
Why Haiku Breaks Your Brain in the Best Way (And Why You Should Write One Today)
Jul 31
The Affirmation Nobody Tells You About: Why "I Don't Know Yet" Is More Powerful Than "I Can Do Anything
Jul 31
Columnists
Read Section →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
State News
Read Section →U.S. President Demands Iran Reopen Strait of Hormuz
President Donald Trump has demanded that Iran publicly commit to reopening the Strait of Hormuz. The demand follows what the United States identified as an Iranian violation of an existing ceasefire agreement. That alleged violation involved firing on commercial ships.
Jul 31
U.S. Conducts Strikes in Middle East Amid Regional Tensions
Jul 31
Supreme Court Reinforces Second Amendment Doctrine in Recent Rulings
Jul 31
Houthi Group Announces Intent to Block Bab Al-Mandeb Strait
Jul 31
National
Read Section →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
New Jersey Motor Vehicle System Error Registered 6,600 Noncitizens to Vote
Jul 31
Trump Administration Implements New Tariffs on Trading Partners
Jul 31
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