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Tobacco is the most heavily taxed consumer product in the United States, with cigarette prices differing drastically by location due to layered federal, state, and local taxes.
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Authorities in France and Spain battle massive wildfires amid a new heatwave warning, with tens of thousands evacuated and some residents beginning to return.
France 24 English | Jul 27, 2026, 9:40 AM
world
After 13 consecutive nights of US strikes targeting Iranian coastal areas, both the United States and Tehran have paused attacks to allow space for renewed ceasefire talks.
France 24 English | Jul 27, 2026, 9:35 AM
politics
City authorities in Sacramento, California, have started inspecting garbage, recycling, and organic waste bins to ensure proper sorting by residents.
Reason | Jul 27, 2026, 8:41 AM
world
Ifugao’s historic rice terraces face escalating damage from climate-induced weather, with restoration efforts hindered by limited resources.
Al Jazeera | Jul 27, 2026, 6:45 AM
world
US President Donald Trump’s conciliatory approach to China and altered stance on Iran-related sanctions are impacting longstanding US efforts to counter Beijing’s regional influence through strategic partnerships like India’s investment in Iran’s Chabahar port.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 27, 2026, 1:07 AM![U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry sits with CBS News State Department Correspondent Margaret Brennan in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, on March 14, 2015, following an interview focused on his upcoming negotiations with Iran over its nuclear program, as well as other foreign policy topics. [State Department Photo/Public Domain]](/assets/images/2026-07-27T00-20-36-673Z-bernie-sanders-responds-to-defense-funding-and-democratic-party-criticism-on-fac-wikimedia-480.webp)
politics
Senator Bernie Sanders discusses the need for domestic investment amid ongoing war funding and responds to Rahm Emanuel's critique of progressive Democratic candidates.
CBS Politics | Jul 27, 2026, 12:20 AM
politics
Scott Gottlieb highlights ongoing challenges in managing the cyclospora outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce from central Mexico.
The Hill | Jul 27, 2026, 12:07 AM
world
The Pentagon’s official casualty count no longer includes four American troops killed in recent US-Iran fighting, raising questions about how the conflict’s impact on service members is recorded.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 26, 2026, 11:14 PM
world
After two weeks of escalating attacks, the US and Iran have halted strikes for a second consecutive day as diplomatic talks show signs of progress.
Al Jazeera | Jul 26, 2026, 10:05 PM
politics
Mike Waltz highlights ongoing diplomatic talks and military readiness amid a temporary halt in U.S. strikes on Iran.
CBS Politics | Jul 26, 2026, 9:38 PM
politics
The 1st U.S. Circuit of Appeals rejected the Trump administration’s appeal to enforce stricter mail-in voting rules ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
The Hill | Jul 26, 2026, 9:18 AM
us
A report reveals that more than 4 million Americans, including over 1 million children, lost access to SNAP benefits after Congress passed the One Big Beautiful Bill Act in July 2025.
Guardian US | Jul 26, 2026, 8:38 AM
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Senator Eric Schmitt obtained a Biden White House memo outlining efforts to broaden Temporary Protected Status (TPS) protections in the administration’s final days, potentially impacting millions and complicating immigration enforcement for the incoming Trump administration.
Fox News Latest | Jul 24, 2026, 6:52 PM
world
Beijing condemns fresh US tariffs on China and other countries over forced labour concerns, cautioning against escalating trade tensions.
CNA Latest News | Jul 24, 2026, 9:06 AM
business
Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. aims to improve relations with China as recent clashes in the South China Sea overshadow ASEAN foreign ministers' meetings in Manila.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 24, 2026, 6:34 AM
politics
The tariffs, ranging from 10 to 12.5 percent, target dozens of countries amid controversy over their legal basis and economic impact.
Reason | Jul 24, 2026, 5:14 AM
general
New tariffs targeting forced labor violations will take effect Friday, following a Supreme Court ruling and an investigation under the Trade Act of 1974.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 24, 2026, 4:07 AM
business
J-Will and Advantage Partners lead Japan's private equity push into Asian markets amid growing demand for new suppliers and growth opportunities.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 24, 2026, 4:03 AM
us
The Trump administration enacts fresh tariffs ranging from 10% to 12.5% on major US trading partners and others, citing forced labor concerns and economic protectionism.
Guardian US | Jul 24, 2026, 3:58 AM
world
The World Health Organization warns the current Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo may be among the worst globally, with health workers struggling amid rising cases and deaths.
Al Jazeera | Jul 24, 2026, 3:12 AM
world
The White House includes state governors and electricity companies in an effort to shield consumers from rising utility bills linked to AI data centers.
Al Jazeera | Jul 24, 2026, 12:26 AM
world
The ongoing conflict between the US and Iran has resulted in substantial financial costs, with the Trump administration requesting further funding.
Al Jazeera | Jul 23, 2026, 11:19 PM
politics
American businesses face confusion as tariffs imposed under President Donald Trump expire with no clear guidance on future trade policy.
Reason | Jul 23, 2026, 9:26 PM