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Trump Signs Order to Pay TSA Workers Amid DHS Shutdown
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Trump Signs Order to Pay TSA Workers Amid DHS Shutdown

President Trump signed an executive order to compensate TSA workers as the Homeland Security shutdown persists, amid congressional gridlock.

Mar 28, 2026

Iran-Backed Houthis Launch Missiles at Israel, Sparking Concerns Over Red Sea Shipping Disruptions
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Iran-Backed Houthis Launch Missiles at Israel, Sparking Concerns Over Red Sea Shipping Disruptions

Houthi rebels, backed by Iran, claimed their first missile attack on Israel, raising fears of potential disruptions to Red Sea shipping and Suez Canal traffic.

Mar 28, 2026

US Deploys Troops to Middle East Amid Iran Tensions
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US Deploys Troops to Middle East Amid Iran Tensions

Thousands of US Marines and paratroopers are being deployed to the Middle East as diplomatic efforts to resolve tensions with Iran continue.

Mar 28, 2026

Proposed R&D Tax Threatens University Innovation and Economic Growth
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Proposed R&D Tax Threatens University Innovation and Economic Growth

Conservative think tanks and Department of Commerce proposals to tax university licensing revenues could stifle critical innovation and harm American economic competitiveness.

Mar 28, 2026

Rising Energy Costs and Inflation Squeeze American Households
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Rising Energy Costs and Inflation Squeeze American Households

American consumers face escalating pressure from surging energy prices, higher inflation, and a weakening job market, threatening household budgets nationwide.

Mar 28, 2026

Experts Dismiss Trump’s Iran Peace Plan as Unviable Amid Escalating Tensions
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Experts Dismiss Trump’s Iran Peace Plan as Unviable Amid Escalating Tensions

Experts warn that Trump’s proposed 15-point peace plan with Iran is unlikely to succeed given the current military and diplomatic landscape.

Mar 28, 2026

Senate Bill Targets Data Center Energy Costs Amid Grid Modernization Shortfalls
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Senate Bill Targets Data Center Energy Costs Amid Grid Modernization Shortfalls

A new Senate bill aims to shield consumers from rising energy costs tied to data centers, but the root issue lies in the outdated and underfunded U.S. electrical grid.

Mar 28, 2026

AI Agents Drive Surge in China's One-Person Companies
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AI Agents Drive Surge in China's One-Person Companies

Alibaba.com president Kuo Zhang highlights AI tools enabling the rise of solo entrepreneurs in China, reshaping the e-commerce landscape.

Mar 28, 2026

Ukraine Conflict Highlights Strategic Value of Low-Cost Weaponry
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Ukraine Conflict Highlights Strategic Value of Low-Cost Weaponry

The war in Ukraine demonstrates the operational advantages of mass-producing inexpensive weapons in large-scale conflicts.

Mar 28, 2026

House Republicans Block Senate Deal, Extend Government Shutdown
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House Republicans Block Senate Deal, Extend Government Shutdown

The partial government shutdown continues as House Republicans reject the Senate's proposed deal, leaving airport security agents unpaid.

Mar 28, 2026

Iran War Disrupts Global Energy Markets at CERAWeek Conference
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Iran War Disrupts Global Energy Markets at CERAWeek Conference

The ongoing Iran war casts a shadow over the CERAWeek energy conference in Houston, with industry leaders warning of prolonged global economic disruptions.

Mar 28, 2026

Trump Extends Deadline for Iran Negotiations Amid Denial from Tehran
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Trump Extends Deadline for Iran Negotiations Amid Denial from Tehran

President Trump extends negotiations deadline with Iran and pauses threats to bomb energy facilities, while Iranian officials deny talks are occurring.

Mar 28, 2026