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Weekend Interview: Oleksii Reznikov on War in Ukraine and the Path to Peace

Russian attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure continue as doubts grow that Russia will ever agree to a negotiated peace. Oleksii Reznikov, who served as Ukraine’s defense minister from 2021 to 2023 during the opening phase of the full-scale invasion, argues that victory and peace remain possible.


Weekend Interview: Anne Cassity on the Survival of Community Pharmacies

There is rising concern that consolidation in the health care industry is shifting power away from patients and physicians toward large intermediaries. An example of this is the role of pharmacy benefit managers, or PBMs, which negotiate prescription drug prices for insurance companies and determine what medications will be available to patients under various plans. Anne Cassity argues that PBMs have moved beyond their original role, and now create conflicts of interest that raise costs and threaten the survival of local pharmacies.


Philadelphia business owner sentenced for wire fraud and tax evasion

John Frances “Jack” Griffin, a 62-year-old Philadelphia business owner, has been sentenced to three years in prison for wire fraud and tax evasion.


Springfield man receives prison sentence for drug trafficking convictions

A Springfield man has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for drug trafficking offenses, according to an announcement from federal authorities.


Shiprock man charged with federal assault after alleged dispute

A Shiprock resident, Brian Adam Archuleta, 41, has been charged with assault resulting in serious bodily injury following an incident that took place on September 18, 2025.


House committee proposes U.S. minerals reserve to reduce reliance on China

The U.S. House has unveiled a bipartisan plan known as the SECURE Minerals Act aimed at reducing reliance on China for critical minerals used in electric vehicle batteries by establishing a $2.5 billion reserve fund


Brooklyn man sentenced for role in Iranian-directed plot targeting journalist

A Brooklyn man, Carlisle Rivera, also known as “Pop,” has been sentenced to 15 years in prison for his involvement in a murder-for-hire plot and conspiracy to stalk Masih Alinejad, a journalist and outspoken critic of the Iranian government.


WSJ: Florida’s 2023 tort reforms linked to lower insurance costs

Florida's tort reforms under Governor Ron DeSantis are reportedly showing positive impacts on the state's insurance market.


Senate committee hears testimony on economic costs linked to federal permitting uncertainty

U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito, who chairs the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, led a hearing in Washington, D.C., to examine the effects of federal environmental review and permitting processes on businesses, workers, consumers,...


Arizona man charged after shooting at border patrol helicopter

An Arizona man has been charged with assaulting a federal officer after allegedly firing at a U.S. Customs and Border Protection helicopter during an attempted apprehension in rural southern Arizona. U.S. Attorney Timothy Courchaine commented on...


U.S.-Mexico group meets in Washington to address security challenges

Representatives from six U.S. government agencies and their Mexican counterparts met in Washington, DC on January 23 for the third meeting of the Security Implementation Group (SIG).


United States formally withdraws from World Health Organization

The United States has officially withdrawn from the World Health Organization (WHO), following an executive order signed by President Trump on his first day in office.


U.S. congratulates India on Republic Day, highlights bilateral cooperation

On the occasion of India's Republic Day, the United States extended congratulations to the people of India.


United States marks 75 years of alliance with Australia on national day

The United States has extended its greetings to Australians on the occasion of Australia Day, celebrated on January 26.


Interior Department releases strategic plan for Bureau of Indian Education

The Department of the Interior has introduced a new Strategic Direction for the Bureau of Indian Education (BIE), outlining a plan to improve student achievement, strengthen Native language and culture, and enhance operational efficiency in...


Interior approves Sites Reservoir Project on anniversary of Trump executive order

The Department of the Interior has approved the Record of Decision for the Sites Reservoir Project in Northern California, marking a significant step toward expanding water storage capacity in the state.


HUD orders review after audit finds eligibility issues among public housing tenants

Following an audit conducted by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) in collaboration with the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), HUD has identified nearly 200,000 tenants in HUD-funded housing who require eligibility...


United States and Oman hold third Strategic Dialogue focusing on trade, education, security

Officials from the United States and Oman convened in Muscat on January 25, 2026, for the third Strategic Dialogue between the two countries.


U.S. imposes visa restrictions on Haitian council members over gang ties

The U.S. Department of State has announced the imposition of visa restrictions and the revocation of visas for two members of Haiti's Transitional Presidential Council (TPC) and their immediate family members, including spouses and children.


FTC appeals district court ruling in monopolization case against Meta

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced it will appeal a recent court decision that favored Meta Platforms, Inc. in an ongoing monopolization case.