07/21/2026

Trump, Senate Republicans at odds over intelligence nominee and surveillance bill

President Trump has blocked Senate Republicans' plan to quickly confirm his intelligence nominee and delayed passage of a surveillance law renewal, creating friction between the president and GOP senators ahead of November's midterm elections.

Jul 21

U.S. and Iran to Hold Technical Talks in Switzerland Amid Regional Tensions

Jul 21

Congress votes to direct Trump to withdraw forces from Iran conflict

Jul 21

U.S. Concludes Second Pax Silica Summit With 10 New Partner Nations

Jul 21

Eight Arrests Made in Investigation of Online Forums Promoting Harm Against Women

Law enforcement officials have arrested eight individuals connected to online forums that promote the drugging and sexual assault of women. The National Crime Agency has identified 270 people associated with these websites as part of an ongoing investigation.

Jul 21

Heat Wave Grips Central, Eastern U.S.; FDA Designates Zyn as Modified Risk Product; U.S. Officials Hold Talks with Iran

A heat wave intensified across central and eastern U.S., driving temperatures to what officials called dangerous levels. Separately, the FDA issued a modified risk tobacco product order for Zyn nicotine pouches. U.S. and Iranian officials also conducted indirect talks in Qatar.

Jul 21

Heat Wave Grips Central, Eastern U.S.; FDA Designates Zyn as Modified Risk Product; U.S. Officials Hold Talks with Iran

Jul 21

Northeast Braces for Significant Heat Wave Over Holiday Weekend

Jul 21

Heat Wave Linked to 25 Deaths, Affects 40 Million Across US Regions

Jul 21

Extreme Heat Prompts July 4th Event Changes Across U.S.

Jul 21

Alan Greenspan, Former Federal Reserve Chairman, Dies at 100

Alan Greenspan, who led the Federal Reserve for nearly two decades and wielded enormous influence over U.S. monetary policy, died Monday from complications related to Parkinson's disease. His tenure coincided with extended economic expansion, though critics blamed his regulatory philosophy for contributing to the financial crisis.

Jul 21

Falling Home Prices Signal Different Economic Conditions Across U.S. Markets

Jul 21

Job Postings Featuring 'AI' in Titles Increase Significantly

Jul 21

Strait of Hormuz Closure Disrupts Fertilizer Shipments, Natural Gas Supply

Jul 21

Rising Costs Prompt More Retirees to Re-enter Workforce

Jul 21

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 21

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

Jul 21

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

Jul 21

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

Jul 21

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

Jul 21

Nuclear Inspections Dispute Complicates U.S.-Iran Negotiations

Negotiations between the U.S. and Iran have encountered friction over nuclear inspections as diplomats work toward a broader deal. Separately, discussions show signs of addressing shipping traffic through a strategic waterway.

Jul 21

Justice Department Memo Reviews Disability Protections

Jul 21

Supreme Court Ruling on Prisoner Release Program Affects Dozen Cases

Jul 21

House Republican Agenda Halted Amid Internal Disagreement

Jul 21

U.S. Removes Oil Sanctions on Iran as First Round of Nuclear Talks Concludes

Jul 21

Review Led by Sir Stephen Timms Examines Disability Benefits System

Sir Stephen Timms, a Member of Parliament and lead of a benefit review, stated that the Personal Independence Payment (PIP) system for England and Wales requires changes. This review focuses on the current structure and delivery of disability benefits. Timms' comments indicate an ongoing evaluation of their suitability.

Jul 21

Donald Trump Discloses $1.2 Billion From Crypto Ventures in Federal Filing

Jul 21

ICE Agent Kills Man During Arrest Attempt in Houston

Jul 21