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

U.S. and Iran Sign Preliminary Agreement on War and Negotiations

Jul 18

Supreme Court Blocks Prosecution of Texas Man Under Drug User Gun Ban

Jul 18

United States, Iran Announce Agreement Details

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

Rex Heuermann Receives Life Sentence for Gilgo Beach Killings

Jul 18

Eight Arrested in International Sexual Assault Investigation

Jul 18

Heat Wave Threatens July 4th Events, Russia Strikes Ukraine Capital

A significant heat wave poses a risk to Independence Day events across the United States. Concurrently, Russia launched missile strikes on Ukraine's capital, killing multiple individuals.

Jul 18

Eastern U.S. Heat Wave Brings Elevated Nighttime Temperatures

Jul 18

Heat Wave Affects Over 200 Million Across U.S.

Jul 18

Heat Wave Threatens July 4th Events, Russia Strikes Ukraine Capital

Jul 18

Eastern U.S. Heat Wave Brings Elevated Nighttime Temperatures

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

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

Federal Reserve Holds Rates Steady Under New Chairman Warsh

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

U.S. and Iran Trade Military Strikes; Venezuela Earthquake Death Toll Climbs

The U.S. and Iran exchanged military strikes over the weekend in an escalation of regional tensions. Meanwhile, rescue teams search for survivors in Venezuela following earthquakes that killed dozens, and the Supreme Court upheld a policy allowing expedited deportations.

Jul 18

Flag's meaning shifts as Americans interpret symbol differently across political divide

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

Ukrainian drones hit Moscow oil refinery; Supreme Court rules on gun rights for marijuana users

Jul 18

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