NASA Faces Challenges in Developing Moon Landing Systems Amid China’s Lunar Ambitions
SpaceX and Blue Origin race to deliver human landing systems for a 2028 moon mission as China prepares to land taikonauts on the lunar surface.
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With national gas prices up nearly 30% since the Iran war began, several states have suspended or reduced gas taxes, and President Donald Trump has expressed intent to suspend the federal gas tax to ease costs for Americans.
NBC Politics | Jul 19, 2026, 12:05 PMpolitics
The D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals temporarily lifts a lower court block on USPS restrictions for mail-in ballots lacking eligible voter lists, while other legal challenges continue.
The Hill | Jul 18, 2026, 5:15 PMgeneral
Former President Jimmy Carter, once a frequent target of Donald Trump’s criticism, is now viewed with a more reflective tone by the current president as he faces similar challenges.
Washington Times News | Jul 18, 2026, 4:11 PMgeneral
The U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in Washington, D.C., paused a lower court injunction, allowing the Trump administration to advance its proposed election oversight rule, though the policy remains blocked in Massachusetts.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 18, 2026, 3:09 PMpolitics
The proposed federal minimum wage increase to $25 per hour includes a controversial provision to eliminate the tip credit for restaurant workers, raising concerns about its impact on the hospitality industry.
Reason | Jul 18, 2026, 12:01 PMworld
Skyroot Aerospace successfully launched Vikram-1, India's first privately developed orbital rocket, from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, advancing the nation's role in the global space economy.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 18, 2026, 6:30 AMbusiness
Chinese AI startup Moonshot AI introduces Kimi K3, a low-cost model challenging U.S. dominance in artificial intelligence, triggering a sell-off in major American tech stocks.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 18, 2026, 4:40 AMpolitics
United Airlines refutes reports that passengers can change flights without fees due to the renaming of Palm Beach International Airport to Donald J. Trump International Airport.
The Hill | Jul 17, 2026, 11:22 PMworld
US President Donald Trump attributes the spread of wildfire smoke across the US to Canadian fires and announces plans to add related costs to tariffs on Canadian goods.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 17, 2026, 9:41 PMworld
Starting August 1, Trump Media & Technology Group will offer Wall Street firms fast access to key posts from top accounts on Truth Social, aiming to monetize market-moving content.
BBC World | Jul 17, 2026, 6:41 AMgeneral
SpaceX's largest rocket, Starship, aborted its 13th test flight on the pad due to engine startup failures, delaying a planned space-skimming mission.
Washington Times News | Jul 17, 2026, 2:06 AMbusiness
Japanese trading house Toyota Tsusho introduces a service enabling small auto parts suppliers to ship directly from Japan to North American carmaking hubs, reducing transport costs by up to 60%.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 16, 2026, 8:56 PMpolitics
Trump Media & Technology Group announces a new data feed offering Wall Street firms real-time access to market-moving posts from Truth Social.
The Hill | Jul 16, 2026, 7:59 PMpolitics
Iran reportedly requested Yemen’s Houthis to disrupt Red Sea shipping routes in response to potential U.S. attacks on its energy infrastructure, escalating tensions in the Middle East.
The Hill | Jul 16, 2026, 3:55 PMus
The protective liner installed this spring, dubbed 'American flag blue' by Donald Trump, has faded to gray and suffered damage, delaying the pool’s readiness beyond the Fourth of July.
Guardian US | Jul 16, 2026, 1:52 AMworld
A secret parliamentary vote rejected Giorgia Meloni's electoral reform amendment by one vote, prompting opposition calls for her resignation ahead of the 2027 general election.
BBC World | Jul 15, 2026, 3:35 PMworld
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman indicates readiness to cut prices on AI models as rivalry with US-based Anthropic and Chinese AI firms intensifies.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 12:42 PMpolitics
Despite the availability of more affordable drugs, patients and doctors in the United States are not the ultimate decision-makers in medication access.
The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 11:34 AMbusiness
The nationwide rollout of Bangla QR aims to reduce cash dependency, boost tax revenue, and enhance financial inclusion across Bangladesh.
Nikkei Asia | Jul 15, 2026, 4:03 AMworld
An independent inquiry examines the causes of the 2025 blaze that killed 168 people and displaced thousands, while Hong Kong International Airport reports a profit decline amid rising expenses.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 15, 2026, 2:55 AMworld
US President Donald Trump abandons plan to impose a 20% charge on commercial cargo through the Strait of Hormuz, replacing it with trade and investment agreements with Gulf states amid ongoing regional tensions.
South China Morning Post World | Jul 14, 2026, 4:34 PMgeneral
A Gallup poll reveals that only 38% of Americans express strong confidence in higher education, citing concerns over cost, political bias, and job readiness.
Fox News Latest | Jul 14, 2026, 12:45 PM
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President Donald Trump announced a naval blockade on Iranian ports and new charges on commercial ships crossing the Strait of Hormuz, unraveling a recent peace agreement and escalating tensions.
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