HHS Drops Plan to Withhold Funding Over Gender-Affirming Care

The Department of Health and Human Services has decided against a directive that would have allowed the agency to cut Medicare and Medicaid funding. This decision affects hospitals providing gender-affirming care to minors nationwide.

Jul 28

U.S.-Iran Hostilities Reportedly Pause Amid Ceasefire; Israel Expands Gaza Control Zones

Jul 28

UN Maritime Chief Addresses Shipping Risks Amid Middle East Tensions

Jul 28

U.S. Targets Iranian Infrastructure Near Key Strait

Jul 28

China Considers Reinstatement of US Trade Privileges for Hong Kong

China indicated it may restore specific trade privileges for Hong Kong that the United States previously granted. This development occurs two months after President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping met. The potential reinstatement precedes President Xi's anticipated visit to the United States.

Jul 28

Cyclospora Outbreak Linked to Taco Bell Lettuce in Five States

A Cyclospora outbreak has resulted in 1,644 reported illnesses across five states. Authorities attribute the infections to shredded iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell restaurants. The CDC has issued a public health advisory regarding the consumption of this product.

Jul 28

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 28

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

Jul 28

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

Jul 28

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

Jul 28

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

Jul 28

Trump Seeks Birthright Citizenship Case Rehearing, Court Orders Carroll Payment Release

Former President Donald Trump announced Wednesday his intention to ask the Supreme Court to rehear a case regarding his executive order on birthright citizenship. Separately, a federal judge ordered Trump to release nearly $5.8 million to E. Jean Carroll, rejecting a delay request.

Jul 28

Proposed Legislation Targets Practices Aimed at Changing Sexual Orientation or Gender Identity

Jul 28

Iran Announces Potential Trade Route Blockade Amid U.S. Statements

Jul 28

U.S. Military Reports Strikes on Targets in Iran Amid Ceasefire Strain

Jul 28

Ukraine Appoints Interim Defense Chief Amid Leadership Change

Ukraine now operates under an interim defense minister. This change occurred Friday, following a government reshuffle from the previous day. The shift in leadership follows more than four years of conflict with Russia.

Jul 28

Wildfire Smoke Shifts Direction, Impacts Midwest Air Quality

Jul 28