09/13/2026

Trial Begins for Meta Over Allegations of Product Harm to Children

A federal trial has commenced with four states accusing Meta Platforms, Inc. of designing products to addict children. Plaintiffs allege the company possessed knowledge of these potential harms. Opening arguments are now underway in Oakland, California.

Sep 13

U.S. Rescinds Syria's Terrorism Sponsor Designation

Sep 13

U.S. Implements Sanctions Targeting Iranian Military, Cyber Operations, and Oil Trade

Sep 13

Judge Allows Postal Service to Proceed with Mail-In Ballot Orders

Sep 13

United States Increases Naval Presence in Strait of Hormuz Amidst Regional Incidents

Sep 13

ICE Reports Highest Monthly Arrest Total in July

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement made nearly 50,000 arrests in July, marking the highest monthly total since the start of the Trump administration. Texas and Florida together accounted for approximately 20,000 of these arrests.

Sep 13

Eight NFL Teams Initiate Draft Selections on Day 2

Eight NFL teams began their 2024 draft selections on Day 2, focusing on critical positional needs. These teams made their initial picks in rounds two and three, targeting specific players to bolster their rosters.

Sep 13

Main Street Businesses Shift from Retail to Services in U.S. Towns

U.S. Main Streets are experiencing a significant shift as service-oriented businesses replace traditional retail stores. Gyms, salons, and dessert shops now increasingly occupy commercial spaces previously held by other retailers.

Sep 13

Mortgage Regulation Shifts for First-Time Homebuyers

Sep 13

Trump Considers Vehicle Tariffs Amid US-Canada Trade Discussions

Sep 13

Digital Tools Shape Grocery Shopping Experiences

Sep 13

Oil Prices Shift After Russian Military Developments in Ukraine

Sep 13

Supreme Court Receives New Petitions Regarding Ten Commandments Displays in Classrooms

The U.S. Supreme Court has received two new petitions asking it to review state laws mandating the display of the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms. A Louisiana teacher argues the law violates the separation of church and state, while Texas families earlier challenged a similar measure.

Sep 13

Parents Seek Cost-Saving Strategies for School Year Expenses

Sep 13

Michigan Investigates Lettuce as Potential Source of Cyclosporiasis Outbreak

Michigan health officials are investigating a rise in cyclosporiasis cases, with early information suggesting lettuce or salad greens as a possible source. The state has reported more than 3,300 cases.

Sep 13

Pennsylvania Reports Infant Measles Death, First in State in 35 Years

Sep 13

States Sue USPS Over Mail-in Voting Order, Iran Considers Strait of Hormuz Deal

Sep 13

Drugstores Report Increased Prescriptions for Medicare Obesity Drug Program

Sep 13

States Implement Strategies to Address Hospital Pricing

Sep 13

The Tiny Note That Keeps Your Brain From Chasing Every Rabbit

Focus is not about becoming a person who never gets distracted. It’s about giving distractions somewhere to go besides the front seat of your mind.

Sep 13

The Snowy Pause That Makes Frost’s Poem Last

Sep 13

The Radical Skill of Paying Attention

Sep 13

The Country’s Biggest Bill Comes Due

Sep 13

Stop Projecting Van Gogh on the Walls and Let Paint Be Weird Again

Sep 13

The Radical Skill of Paying Attention

Simone Weil believed attention was more than concentration, politeness, or productivity. She saw it as a moral act—and her advice for practicing it begins with getting something wrong.

Sep 13

The Country’s Biggest Bill Comes Due

Sep 13

Stop Projecting Van Gogh on the Walls and Let Paint Be Weird Again

Sep 13

The Snowy Pause That Makes Frost’s Poem Last

Sep 13

The Tiny Note That Keeps Your Brain From Chasing Every Rabbit

Sep 13

U.S. Sanctions Strain Iran's Economy Amid Diplomatic Pressure

New U.S. sanctions have reportedly begun to affect Iran's economy in multiple ways, with consequences ranging from currency depreciation to reduced oil exports. The measures aim to pressure Tehran, impacting its ability to conduct international trade.

Sep 13

Supreme Court Ruling Clarifies Mail-In Ballot Regulations

Sep 13

Tariffs on Canadian Goods Could Impact Economies in Key US States

Sep 13

Supreme Court Expands Digital Location Data Protections

Sep 13

House Passes $95 Billion Foreign Aid Package

The House of Representatives approved a $95 billion foreign aid package. The legislation designates funding for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan. It also includes provisions for border security.

Sep 13

Rubio Discusses Iran's Strait of Hormuz Demands with Asian Leaders

Sep 13

U.S. Signs Commercial Nuclear Agreement with Saudi Arabia

Sep 13

White House Proposal Considers Private Action Against Foreign Cybercriminals

Sep 13

United States Increases Naval Presence in Strait of Hormuz Amidst Regional Incidents

Sep 13