Oil Climbs as US-Iran Reparations Standoff Blocks Hormuz Deal
Oil jumped more than 2% as U.S.-Iran impasse over the Strait of Hormuz deepened, pressuring global markets and stocks.
Midwest Primaries Test Progressive Candidates in Battlegrounds
Voters in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and other states decide key Democratic and Republican primaries, with democratic socialist Francesca Hong favored in Wisconsin's governor race and tests of progressive vs. establishment strength.
Trump Demands Iran Pay for Past Attacks as Hormuz Standoff Persists
Trump escalates rhetoric by demanding reparations from Iran for past attacks and claiming U.S. control of the Strait of Hormuz amid stalled talks and rising oil prices.
Trump Used Decoy Plane in Turkey Over Iran Threat Reports
Reports detail President Trump using a decoy plane and hiding in a catering cart during a secret swap in Turkey due to Iranian assassination threats, as diplomacy stalls over the Strait of Hormuz.
Trump Order Revises Childhood Vaccine Recommendations
The president issued an order altering recommended childhood vaccine schedules, including splitting the MMR shot, drawing criticism that it prioritizes feelings over science.
Nvidia Secures Wall Street Backing for $500B AI Infrastructure Push
Major firms committed hundreds of billions to Nvidia-backed AI projects, highlighting explosive demand for AI infrastructure.
Intel Raises $20 Billion in Stock Sale to Fund AI Expansion
Intel increased its stock sale to $20 billion at $95 per share to fund AI and chip expansion amid strong demand.
Trump Media Posts $238 Million Loss, Launches Paid Data Feed
Trump Media & Technology Group reported a $238 million Q2 loss, citing unrealized asset losses, while focusing on Truth Social monetization.