Is it time for Trump to drain the swamp … in Iran?

President Biden has warned Iran's government to stop plotting against Americans, including President-elect Donald Trump, and the U.S. is prepared to view any attempts on Trump's life as an act of war.

Politics - The Hill - 2 days ago

Trump vows to deport millions. Builders say it would drain their crews and drive up home costs.

While some contractors dismiss the idea as political bluster, they agree they can’t afford to lose more people from an aging workforce reliant on undocumented immigrants.

It’s Time for America to Get Real With Iran and Israel

A real strategy for coercive U.S. diplomacy to change Iran’s behavior.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 16

How to snake a drain, according to a plumber

To find the best way to unclog and snake a drain, I spoke with cleaning and plumbing experts for their guidance and shopping recommendations.

Disinformation from adversaries and Americans swamped 2024 election

The swirl of disinformation surrounding the 2024 election marked a new high for foreign influence efforts and the elevation of false claims by people within the U.S., raising questions about the ...

Politics - The Hill - 6 days ago

Iran Hackers Peddle Stolen Trump Emails

While mainstream media outlets declined to publish the GOP candidate’s internal campaign messages, the Democratic founder of the website American Muckrakers has shared them.

Business - Inc. - October 25

Iran and Trump Are Front of Mind at Muslim Summit in Saudi Arabia

Leaders from across the Arab and Muslim world were in Riyadh for a meeting officially convened to discuss the fighting in Gaza and Lebanon.

World - The New York Times - 2 days ago

Iran Debates Whether It Could Make a Deal With Trump

Some in Iran’s new, more moderate government think the result of the presidential election provides an opportunity to make a lasting deal with the United States.

World - The New York Times - 2 days ago

Paying Workers $10,000 to Move Helped Reverse Tulsa’s Brain Drain

Researchers found that when remote workers were paid to move to Tulsa, Okla., everyone came out ahead.

Business - The New York Times - October 16

Celtics tie 3-point record, hit 'lid' pursuing mark

The Celtics spent the end of Tuesday's win over the Knicks attempting to break the NBA's single-game 3-point record after tying it with 29 early in the fourth quarter.

Sports - ESPN - October 23

Suspect charged in Iran-linked plot to assassinate Donald Trump: DOJ

Three people have been charged in an alleged Iran-linked plot to assassinate President-elect Trump and several Iranian dissidents, according to a criminal complaint.

3 charged in Iran-linked plot to kill Donald Trump

Three individuals living in the U.S. have been charged in connection to an apparent plan to assassinate President-elect Donald Trump, unsealed court records show. Jon Alterman, senior vice ...

Gulf states wary of return to Trump’s ‘maximum pressure’ against Iran

Saudi Arabia and UAE welcome president-elect but worry he could upend rapprochement with Tehran and inflame Middle East war

Business - Financial Times - 2 days ago

Head of UN's nuclear watchdog visits Iran as Trump's return raise worries

The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency is warning that the “space for negotiation and diplomacy

World - ABC News - 3 hours ago

Here’s What Tulsa Is Doing to Reverse a Brain Drain to Bigger Cities

A municipal program offers financing, affordable housing, and lower living expenses to remote workers tired of the high costs of coastal metro areas.

Business - Inc. - October 17

Lana Del Rey did marry alligator swamp tour guide Jeremy Dufrene in Louisiana, document shows

It is official

Entertainment - ABC News - October 23

Lana Del Rey Wed a Swamp Tour Guide, Joining Other Celebrities Who Married a Normie

The pop singer and songwriter married her longtime boyfriend, Jeremy Dunfre, a swamp tour guide. Other celebrities have also wed someone who’s not rich or famous.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 24

Trump, Harris and peace in our time

The two candidates have fundamentally different views about America’s global role and how to keep the peace

World - Financial Times - November 4

Trump Had It Easy the First Time

A host of problems that will need more subtle and sophisticated uses of force and coercive diplomacy will confront the new president.

Top stories - The New York Times - Yesterday

Iran's military in a statement suggests a cease-fire in Gaza Strip and Lebanon trumps any retaliation against Israel

World - ABC News - October 26

Middle East latest: Trump, Harris address Israeli airstrikes on Iran amid US presidential campaigns

Israel has unleashed predawn airstrikes against military sites in Iran

World - ABC News - October 26

Middle East crisis live: Netanyahu attacked by Israeli opposition for sacking Gallant

Opponents say decision was to protect ultra-Orthodox from conscription and ‘will damage security’. Lebanon’s army has issued a warning to residents in the Ghobeiry area of the southern suburbs of ...

World - The Guardian - November 6

More Iran sanctions and 'drill baby, drill': Oil market's future is still uncertain under Trump

The picture for the oil market's longer-term outlook under a new Trump presidency is, well, decidedly mixed.

Business - CNBC - November 6

Middle East crisis live: France sees ‘window’ to end wars in Gaza and Lebanon after Trump victory

France’s foreign minister cites Donald Trump’s desire to see end of ‘Middle East’s endless wars’. Iran’s Foreign Ministry spokesperson has said the presidential election result in the US is a ...

World - The Guardian - November 7

Former Treasury Secretary Mnuchin says Trump's top priorities will be tax cuts, Iran sanctions and tariffs

Tax cuts are 'a signature part of his program,' Mnuchin said in a "Squawk Box" interview.

Business - CNBC - 6 days ago

US justice department files charges over alleged Iranian plot to kill Trump

Trump campaign said US officials warned him in September about suspected Iranian assassination plot. The US justice department is bringing criminal charges over an Iranian plot to kill the ...

World - The Guardian - 5 days ago

UN nuclear head to visit Iran for nuke talks as next Trump presidency looms

The head of the United Nations’ nuclear watchdog says he will travel to Iran in the coming days to hold talks regarding the country’s nuclear program

World - ABC News - 4 days ago

Military officials reportedly discuss how to handle illegal orders from Trump – live

Pentagon officials discuss what to do if Trump were to attempt to deploy the military domestically, CNN reports. Nancy Pelosi says Biden’s delay in exiting race blew Democrats’ chances ...

World - The Guardian - 5 days ago

A-League Women seeks to overcome talent drain and win fight for eyeballs | Jack Snape

The competition is on an upwards trajectory ahead of the 2024-24 season even as sacrifices are still made on the road to full-time professionalism. Still riding the Matildas wave, A-League Women’s ...

World - The Guardian - October 30

The Fed is draining liquidity from markets for longer than expected. Here’s why it’s making Wall Street nervous.

Wall Street is getting anxious about the plumbing in the financial markets as the Fed’s balance sheet shrinks.

Business - MarketWatch - November 7

Wemby becomes youngest center to drop 50 points in win over Wizards

Victor Wembanyama shattered his previous career-high of 40 on 18-of-29 shooting from the field, including draining eight 3-pointers.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 12 hours ago

Harris on Ellipse: Time to turn the page on Trump

Vice President Harris delivered a speech Tuesday on the White House Ellipse in Washington, D.C. — the very site at which former President Trump gave remarks to a crowd that later incited a riot at ...

Politics - The Hill - October 30

The Dilemma Iran’s Leader Faces

Iran’s Supreme Leader now faces a critical choice: whether to pursue nuclear weapons.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 24

Israel’s Response to Iran

An update on the fighting in the Middle East.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 26

Israel strikes Iran

IDF confirms “precise” strikes hit military targets

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