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U.S.-Iran deadlock pushes oil prices higher
Oil prices rose as fresh obstacles emerged in U.S.-Iran diplomacy and concerns persisted over energy supplies in the Middle East. Brent crude climbed more than 3% to above $107 a barrel after Washington rejected Tehran’s proposal to end the war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.
Nor’easter continues to threaten the Northeast
A powerful nor’easter brought flooding and power outages to parts of New York and New Jersey. The storm was weakening but was expected to continue producing rain and flood risks across the northern East Coast through the beginning of the week. One person was reported dead.
The New York Times - Al Jazeera
Trump offered to sell weapons to China, ambassador says
U.S. Ambassador to China David Perdue said President Trump asked Chinese President Xi Jinping whether China wanted to buy U.S. weapons during their recent meeting. The White House later said the United States had no plans for such a sale.
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National News
Penn State cocaine ring was fueled by fraternity hazing, report says
A cocaine distribution operation at Penn State allegedly involved pledges at the Delta Upsilon fraternity house packaging cocaine for older members, who sold it across the school. The operation ended after someone informed authorities.
Three killed in shooting at Detroit strip club
Three people were killed and four others were hospitalized after a shooting at an after-hours venue in Detroit, according to police. Authorities said the shooting followed an altercation.
Politics
White House defends media restrictions
Attorney General Todd Blanche defended the administration’s decision to bar CNN, MS Now and Politico from the White House, saying access is a privilege rather than a right. He said President Trump was frustrated by what he considered inaccurate reporting by the outlets.
Democrats weigh an affordability message for the midterms
An opinion essay argues that affordability is a strong message for Democrats in the 2026 midterm elections but says the party could go further by addressing the underlying issues behind rising costs and limited competition.
Business & Finance
Oil rises as U.S.-Iran talks hit new hurdles
Oil prices rose Monday as investors assessed setbacks in U.S.-Iran diplomacy and continuing security risks around Middle Eastern energy supplies. The developments also contributed to higher Treasury yields and pressure on U.S. stock futures.
U.S. pressure could fuel a Canadian energy revival
Trade tensions with the United States and the war in the Middle East could help drive a renewed expansion of Canada’s energy sector, according to The Wall Street Journal.
China and U.S. agree on tariff cuts covering $60 billion in goods
China and the United States announced details of an agreement recommending tariff reductions on $60 billion in trade, including agricultural products and household items. A separate report said China’s proposed list excludes soybeans.
World News
Serbia’s Vucic resigns as president ahead of snap election
Aleksandar Vucic resigned as Serbia’s president and is expected to lead his ruling party into a snap parliamentary election. The move comes amid prolonged student-led protests and political unrest.
The New York Times - Al Jazeera
Russia launches strikes across Ukraine
Russian strikes killed eight people and injured dozens across Ukraine, according to reports. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Moscow launched nearly 4,000 drones, aerial bombs and missiles against Ukraine over the past week.
France’s National Rally gains ground in Senate vote
France’s far-right National Rally and its allies won 14 seats in partial Senate elections, enough to form a Senate group for the first time. Marine Le Pen called the result a historic victory ahead of the 2027 presidential election.
Bangkok flooding sends thousands to shelters
Bangkok was declared a disaster zone after streets were inundated by as much as waist-high water. Thousands gathered in shelters, while flood damage in Thailand was estimated at $320 million.
Arts & Culture
Taylor Swift makes VMAs history
Taylor Swift was among the major winners at the MTV Video Music Awards in Los Angeles. She dedicated an award to Dolly Parton, while Madonna and LISA were also among the event’s notable winners.
Neil Patrick Harris to play the Devil in Broadway’s “Damn Yankees”
Neil Patrick Harris will star as the Devil in a new Broadway revival of the 1955 musical “Damn Yankees.” He will perform alongside Julianne Hough and Austin Scott.
Calypso singer Mighty Sparrow dies at 91
Slinger Francisco, known professionally as the Mighty Sparrow and called the “calypso king of the world,” died in New York surrounded by family. He was best known for his 1956 breakthrough song “Jean and Dinah.”
Tech & Society
Data centers reshape the American landscape
Satellite imagery shows massive data centers replacing farmland and desert across the United States. The expansion is prompting debate over how the facilities are changing local communities and the physical landscape.
Anthropic CEO to meet Trump at the White House
Anthropic Chief Executive Dario Amodei is scheduled to join President Trump for a private dinner at the White House. The meeting will be their first one-on-one encounter, according to the report, and comes as the company faces questions surrounding artificial intelligence and defense contracts.
Sports
U.S. wins an 11th consecutive Presidents Cup
The United States rallied to defeat the International team 17-13 at Medinah, extending its Presidents Cup winning streak to 11. Jacob Bridgeman clinched the title by beating Australia’s Min Woo Lee 1-up.
Phillies clinch the final National League wild-card berth
Philadelphia defeated Tampa Bay 7-3 to secure the final National League wild-card spot. Bryce Harper and Edmundo Sosa homered, while Zack Wheeler delivered a strong performance after the Phillies had lost four straight games.
Brandon McNulty ends the U.S. men’s 33-year wait for a road cycling world title
American cyclist Brandon McNulty won the men’s UCI road race world championship in Montreal with a solo victory. He became the first U.S. man to win the event since Lance Armstrong in 1993.
| MON | 💧 | TUE | WED | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | 🌧️ 58/62 | 88% | ☁️ 56/70 | ☁️ 61/74 |
| Los Angeles | ☁️ 65/90 | 2% | 🌤️ 60/96 | ☀️ 71/93 |
| San Francisco | 🌫️ 51/74 | 1% | ☀️ 55/83 | ☀️ 60/80 |
| Chicago | ⛅ 49/68 | 1% | 🌫️ 51/70 | ☁️ 60/76 |
| Houston | ☁️ 75/92 | 3% | ☁️ 73/91 | 🌦️ 77/92 |
| Dallas | ☁️ 78/96 | 11% | ☁️ 75/94 | 🌦️ 78/93 |
| Phoenix | 🌧️ 71/97 | 62% | 🌧️ 65/72 | ☁️ 66/87 |
| Philadelphia | 🌧️ 60/64 | 75% | ☁️ 57/69 | ☁️ 60/79 |
| San Antonio | ☁️ 74/96 | 4% | ☁️ 74/96 | ⛈️ 76/92 |
| San Diego | 🌦️ 68/81 | 39% | ☀️ 60/82 | ☀️ 70/81 |
| San Jose | ☁️ 52/75 | 1% | ☀️ 53/85 | ☀️ 65/91 |
| Austin | ☁️ 76/98 | 24% | ☁️ 74/96 | 🌦️ 77/93 |
| Jacksonville | ☁️ 67/89 | 2% | ☁️ 67/90 | ☁️ 75/89 |
| Fort Worth | ☁️ 76/95 | 30% | ☁️ 75/94 | 🌦️ 76/92 |
| Columbus | ☀️ 49/74 | 0% | ☁️ 51/74 | ☁️ 59/80 |
| Charlotte | ☀️ 51/79 | 0% | ☀️ 56/82 | ☀️ 62/86 |
| Indianapolis | 🌤️ 48/76 | 0% | ⛅ 48/77 | ☁️ 61/86 |
| Seattle | ☁️ 44/62 | 2% | ☁️ 54/63 | 🌧️ 49/62 |
| Denver | 🌦️ 56/85 | 19% | 🌦️ 55/69 | ☁️ 59/71 |
| Boston | 🌧️ 56/61 | 74% | 🌧️ 55/63 | 🌦️ 59/69 |
| Nashville | ⛅ 50/82 | 0% | ☀️ 52/86 | ☁️ 65/91 |
| Detroit | ☀️ 50/76 | 0% | ☀️ 50/76 | ☁️ 59/79 |
| Portland | ☁️ 50/69 | 1% | ☁️ 50/68 | ☁️ 55/70 |
| Las Vegas | ☁️ 73/94 | 9% | 🌦️ 62/83 | ☁️ 73/91 |
| Miami | ☁️ 70/85 | 5% | 🌦️ 72/83 | ⛈️ 75/85 |
| Atlanta | ☀️ 52/82 | 0% | ☁️ 57/86 | ☀️ 66/89 |
| Minneapolis | 🌫️ 57/69 | 1% | ☁️ 61/71 | 🌧️ 63/73 |
| Kansas City | ☁️ 61/77 | 5% | ☁️ 57/88 | 🌦️ 72/87 |
| New Orleans | ☁️ 72/91 | 2% | ☀️ 70/92 | ☁️ 76/94 |
| Honolulu | ☁️ 76/86 | 6% | ☁️ 72/87 | 🌦️ 72/88 |
| Anchorage | 🌦️ 39/53 | 84% | ☁️ 40/55 | ☁️ 37/52 |