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Saturday, July 18, 2026
Flag's meaning shifts as Americans interpret symbol differently across political divide
The American flag carries competing meanings for different groups of citizens, with some hesitant to display it while others fly it prominently. The disagreement reflects broader divisions in how Americans view national symbols.
Today's Sections
Community News
Read Section →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
Trump Concludes G7 Summit as Iran Plan Remains Undisclosed
Jul 18
Senate Republicans Drop Iran War Powers Resolution After Trump Meeting
Jul 18
Former Trump Security Adviser Bolton Set to Plead Guilty to Retaining Classified Information
Jul 18
Crime & Public Safety
Read Section →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
Prosecutors push to increase sentences for domestic homicides
Jul 18
Most Americans Face Daily Scam Attempts, Yet Few Report Losses
Jul 18
Majority of Americans report race relations have improved since 2020
Jul 18
Community Sports
Read Section →Heat Wave Affects Over 200 Million Across U.S.
More than 200 million people are experiencing elevated temperatures across the United States. The Northeast region faces particularly dangerous conditions ahead of the Fourth of July weekend. Experts predict record highs in cities spanning from Michigan to Maine.
Jul 18
Eastern U.S. braces for heat wave as temperatures soar across region
Jul 18
Heat Wave Conditions Pose Risks, Authorities Advise Precautions
Jul 18
Extreme Weather Across US Brings Heat Alerts, Western Wildfires, Southern Flooding
Jul 18
Heat Wave Threatens July 4th Events, Russia Strikes Ukraine Capital
Jul 18
Local Business
Read Section →Inflation gauge climbs to highest level in three years
A major inflation indicator reached its highest point since 2021, driven largely by increases in gasoline prices and the cost of computer chips. The gains reflect broader affordability pressures facing consumers.
Jul 18
Three barriers keep shipping out of Strait of Hormuz despite end to conflict
Jul 18
Central Bank Keeps Rates Unchanged Amid Energy Price Concerns
Jul 18
Federal Reserve projects slower growth, stable inflation through 2026
Jul 18
Bezos predicts AI will create jobs, not eliminate them
Jul 18
Health & Wellness
Read Section →Abortion Pill Prescriptions Via Telehealth Rise Despite State Bans
In states that have banned abortion, telehealth providers are delivering medication abortion pills by mail to patients who receive prescriptions through remote consultations. The approach has roughly doubled abortion access in some restricted states, according to providers.
Jul 18
Trump Executive Order Addresses Homelessness Through Involuntary Treatment
Jul 18
Supreme Court Rules for Roundup Manufacturer in Cancer Case
Jul 18
Weight-Loss Drugs Show Potential in Cancer Prevention, Research Suggests
Jul 18
Rising Night Temperatures Linked to Sleep Disruption
Jul 18
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 18
The Fed Just Admitted It's Flying Blind—And Markets Know It
Jul 18
The Dangerous Comfort of Certainty—Why the Smartest People Often Ask the Most Questions
Jul 18
Why Haiku Breaks Your Brain in the Best Way (And Why You Should Write One Today)
Jul 18
The Affirmation Nobody Tells You About: Why "I Don't Know Yet" Is More Powerful Than "I Can Do Anything
Jul 18
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 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
State News
Read Section →1-Year-Old Dies After Police Fire at Vehicle During Walmart Response
A 1-year-old died after police discharged weapons at a vehicle in Mississippi during a response to a shoplifting call at a Walmart. The family has requested more information about the circumstances surrounding the incident.
Jul 18
Rising Night Temperatures Linked to Sleep Disruption
Jul 18
Supreme Court Issues Three Rulings; Senate Panel Backs Bill to Televise Court Proceedings
Jul 18
Majority of Americans report race relations have improved since 2020
Jul 18
National
Read Section →FDA Approves Second Over-the-Counter Naloxone Nasal Spray
The FDA cleared Rextovy, a 4-milligram naloxone nasal spray, for over-the-counter sale to treat opioid overdoses. The approval expands consumer access to the life-saving medication alongside the previously approved Narcan product.
Jul 18
Florida Couple to Keep Baby Born From Embryo Mix-Up at IVF Clinic
Jul 18
Teen arrested in connection with death of missing 14-year-old girl
Jul 18
Major retailers launch summer sales as consumers face inflation pressures
Jul 18
Inflation measure rises in May as oil prices surge
Jul 18
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