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Escalation in Hormuz: U.S. and Iran Trade Fresh Strikes After Shipping Attacks
world7 days ago

Escalation in Hormuz: U.S. and Iran Trade Fresh Strikes After Shipping Attacks

The United States and Iran conducted new military strikes overnight following attacks on commercial ships in the Strait of Hormuz, signaling renewed escalation just after a ceasefire agreement; Iran said it targeted more than 80 U.S. facilities in Bahrain and Kuwait in retaliation, while reports noted a tanker caught fire in the Hormuz and Iran claimed another tanker (a Qatari vessel) was targeted. No casualties were reported, underscoring the fragility of the strategic Hormuz chokepoint.

via The Washington Post|
#cease-fires#foreign-policy#iran-nation
Heat wave disrupts DC’s Great American State Fair and America 250 events
local11 days ago

Heat wave disrupts DC’s Great American State Fair and America 250 events

A blistering heat wave over the July Fourth weekend pushed temperatures above 100F, prompting the temporary closure of the Great American State Fair on the National Mall and causing delays and cancellations of other America 250 celebrations in the D.C. region, including adjustments to Capitol Fourth activities and fireworks planning.

via The Washington Post|
#concerts#fairs-and-festivals#heat-waves
Trump debuts Patriot Passport portrait to mark America’s 250th
politics17 days ago

Trump debuts Patriot Passport portrait to mark America’s 250th

President Donald Trump unveiled a new portrait of himself to appear inside a limited-edition U.S. passport commemorating the 250th anniversary of American independence. The State Department called the design “boldly honors” the president and the nation’s founding, with Trump’s image on an inside page alongside the Declaration of Independence and imagery of the Founding Fathers. The passport, labeled the “PATRIOT PASSPORT” by the White House, will be available at the Washington Passport Agency starting July 6, and Trump promoted a version on social media saying it shows the U.S.A.’s new passport and noting "Welcome, but be good!"

via The Washington Post|
#donald-trump#founding-fathers#passports-and-visas
Iran blocks IAEA inspections, contradicting Vance's claim
world21 days ago

Iran blocks IAEA inspections, contradicting Vance's claim

Iran’s Foreign Ministry said there are no plans to allow IAEA inspectors to access its damaged nuclear facilities, a day after Vice President JD Vance said conversations with inspectors could happen imminently. The stance underscores ongoing disputes over safeguards from the Obama-era deal and highlights broader U.S.-Iran tensions.

via The Washington Post|
#international-atomic-energy-agency#international-relations#iran-nation
Judge voids Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee
economy1 month ago

Judge voids Trump’s $100,000 H-1B visa fee

A federal judge in Massachusetts struck down the Trump administration’s $100,000 fee on H-1B visas, ruling it unlawful as an illegal unilateral tax imposed without Congress and failing to consider the impact on labor-shortage sectors like healthcare and education; the fee, challenged by California and 19 other states, could affect tech companies, universities and hospitals and the administration plans to appeal.

via The Washington Post|
#donald-trump#economy#north-america
Tick season alert: 6 tick-borne diseases to watch in the U.S.
health2 months ago

Tick season alert: 6 tick-borne diseases to watch in the U.S.

Six tick-borne diseases are highlighted as tick season peaks in the United States, including where they’re most common, their typical symptoms and treatments, and how climate-driven tick range expansion is raising risk; the piece emphasizes prompt tick removal and seeking medical care if fever, rash, or flu-like symptoms occur after a bite.

via The Washington Post|
#health#infectious-diseases#lyme-disease
U.S. hits Iran again as naval attacks widen the gap on ceasefire talks
national-security2 months ago

U.S. hits Iran again as naval attacks widen the gap on ceasefire talks

U.S. forces launched a new round of strikes on Iran in response to attacks on American warships, with officials saying the strikes targeted Iranian military sites. The move comes as Washington and Tehran struggle to reach a ceasefire, with Iran framing its actions as retaliation and President Trump saying no U.S. ships were damaged, underscoring rising tensions and doubts about negotiated settlement efforts.

via The Washington Post|
#iran#middle-east#military