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U S and Iran Meet in Geneva - Talks Underway

U S and Iranian envoys held indirect nuclear talks in Geneva as both sides pursued a diplomatic path to curb Tehran's program while US forces mass in the region raising the stakes for failure or escalation

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5.98% - Average US 30 year mortgage rate falls below six percent this week

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"I have no knowledge" — Hillary Clinton

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U S and Iran Meet in Geneva - Talks Underway

The United States and Iran resumed high‑stakes indirect nuclear negotiations in Geneva. Talks continued into a third round with officials offering cautious statements but no final agreement, keeping the risk of escalation in play.

US Masses Biggest Mideast Force in Decades - War Risk Rises

Washington is moving forces and advanced aircraft into the region as diplomacy proceeds. The deployments mark the largest US buildup in the Middle East in years and heighten the chance of miscalculation.

Iran Offers 'Commercial Bonanza' to U S - Sweetener on Table

Iran reportedly dangled major commercial incentives as leverage in nuclear negotiations while US envoys insisted on strict dismantling of key facilities. The offers and demands show the diplomatic tradeoffs under discussion.

DOJ Releases Epstein Files with Unredacted Nudes - Outcry Ensues

The Justice Department's release of Jeffrey Epstein materials has sparked fresh controversy after problematic documents were exposed. Officials say they are reviewing whether some files were wrongly withheld as unredacted images drew outrage.

Hillary Clinton Testifies Before House Panel - Closed Door

Former first lady Hillary Clinton began closed‑door testimony in the House Oversight Epstein probe. Her session was briefly paused after photos from inside the deposition were leaked to right wing influencers, triggering procedural uproar.

GOP Not Ruling Out Subpoena for Commerce Secretary Lutnick

House Oversight is intensifying scrutiny of Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick over possible Epstein ties. Committee leaders warned a subpoena or deposition for Lutnick is 'very possible' as the probe expands.

World Economic Forum President Resigns Amid Epstein Probe

The fallout from the Epstein documents is toppling international figures. The World Economic Forum president resigned as the probe touched Davos connections, widening the scandal's global reach.

Columbia Says DHS Detained Student After Misrepresenting Purpose

Multiple Columbia University students and officials reported that federal immigration agents entered residential buildings using misleading pretexts to detain a student. The episode touched off campus protests and demands for answers.

FBI Serves Search Warrant at LAUSD HQ and Superintendent's Home

Federal agents executed court orders at Los Angeles Unified this week, searching the superintendent's home and district offices. The raids are tied to a federal criminal inquiry that has shaken the nation's second largest school system.

Afghan Forces Strike Pakistani Border Positions - Tensions Escalate

Cross border strikes between Afghan Taliban units and Pakistan forces heightened regional instability. Both sides issued statements describing retaliatory attacks along the frontier.

Deadly Sea Confrontation Adds Strain to Cuba US Ties

A deadly showdown at sea involving a Florida registered speedboat and Cuban forces has strained relations with Washington. Cuban authorities said the vessel attempted an armed infiltration and opened fire, killing multiple people.

NATO Approves iPhone and iPad for Restricted Classified Use

NATO approved consumer Apple devices for restricted classified use after security testing. The decision marks a milestone in integrating off the‑shelf technology into alliance operations.

Pentagon Demands Anthropic Open AI Tools or Lose Work

A standoff between the Pentagon and Anthropic escalated as defense officials demanded access to AI tools and the company pulled a public safety pledge under pressure. Separately hackers exploited an Anthropic model in a Mexican government breach.

Kash Patel Fires at Least 10 FBI Agents After Phone Records Revelations

The FBI dismissed multiple agents who worked on high profile Trump era probes after revelations about phone record subpoenas. Senior officials said the moves followed contentious legal and political fallout.

Supreme Court Strikes Down Trump's Emergency Tariffs - Blow to Administration

The Supreme Court rebuked the administration's emergency tariff authority, prompting the White House to seek alternative tariff measures. Officials are moving to preserve revenue collected while lawmakers consider responses.

U S Mortgage Rates Fall Below 6 Percent for First Time Since 2022

Mortgage rates dropped below the psychological six percent threshold this week, easing pressure for prospective buyers. Analysts warned conditions may shift but home financing became noticeably cheaper.

Nvidia Earnings Beat but Stock Falls as AI Fervor Worries Investors

Nvidia delivered another strong earnings report but market reaction was mixed as investors weighed AI demand against infrastructure constraints. Retail traders still piled into the chipmaker amid volatility.

Mass Graves Found Near Mexican Stadium Amid Cartel Chaos

Mexico's cartel violence has spilled into regions near World Cup venues with mass graves discovery prompting security questions. FIFA and markets are monitoring fallout for travel and event safety.

Singer D4vd Named as Target in LA Murder Probe

Los Angeles prosecutors and investigators widened an inquiry into the death of a teenager after court documents surfaced. An artist has been named as a target and filings reveal new forensic details.

LAUSD Chief's Real Estate Holdings Exposed Amid Federal Probe

Fresh reporting exposed real estate holdings linked to the Los Angeles schools superintendent as the federal probe deepened. The revelations intensified scrutiny of district contracts and leadership.

ICE Car Chase Ends in Crash Involving Children in Newark

Multiple crashes tied to federal immigration pursuits have sparked local outrage after children were involved. Mayors and state leaders demanded reviews of ICE chase protocols and called for accountability.

Judge Declines to Halt Trump East Wing Ballroom Construction

A federal judge refused to halt construction of the White House East Wing ballroom after preservationists sued. Courts allowed the $400 million project to proceed while noting possible paths for future challenges.

US Offers Ten Million Dollar Reward for Sinaloa Cartel Bosses

US law enforcement and Mexico cooperated on offers and operations against cartel leaders. Washington announced rewards and Mexican and US officials touted recent takedowns as wins in a long fight against narco networks.

White House Pauses 259 Million in Minnesota Medicaid Funding

The White House paused hundreds of millions in federal Medicaid payments to Minnesota as the administration pursues fraud claims. Vice President Vance led the push and the move has provoked political backlash and legal threats.

POTUS LATEST

"Great news for America, and our wonderful White House! The Judge on the case of what will be the most beautiful Ballroom anywhere in the World, has just thrown out, and completely erased, the effort to stop its construction. As everyone knows, not one dollar of Taxpayer money is being spent, but rather, all money necessary to build this…"