Once Recession-Proof, D.C. Feels the Pain From Federal Workforce Reductions Formerly tax-supported workers are discovering the uncertainties the private sector faces every day. Reason · Sep 28
US Nor’easter batters East Coast, cancels over 400 flights, leaves 100,000 without power A strong nor’easter hitting the US East Coast from Washington, DC, to Maine this weekend forced airlines to cancel over 400 flights and left more than 100,000 homes and businesses without power at one point on Saturday. The Times of India · Sep 27
Athens on a plate – a food-lover’s guide to the Greek capital Top tips to the best cafes, bars and restaurants in the city The Guardian - UK · Sep 26
No AI Truce Yet: What the Trump-Xi Summit Really Changed US and China leaders, alongside Sam Altman, Elon Musk and Jensen Huang, negotiate AI safety guardrails and an emergency incident hotline. Latin Times · Sep 26
Trump once promised to feed Xi McDonald’s. He gave him a lavish state dinner and hearty serving of praise instead ANALYSIS: The summit itself was the point of the visit, but Trump reveled in showing off his gilded DC in front of China’s president and a roomful of billionaires, Alex Woodward writes The Independent UK · Sep 25
What Really Happened Outside the White House During Xi's Visit Involving Five Arrests and Two Standoffs Five arrests, no ICE involvement confirmed, and threats that began before Xi even landed — here's what actually happened outside the White House. Latin Times · Sep 25
US: How sweeping job cuts have reshaped life and job prospects in the DC area Despite living in one of the most affluent parts of the country, many in the greater D.C. area - which includes parts of Maryland and Virginia and is referred to as the DMV - now see a bleak local job market and rising costs. Some are even considering leaving the… The Economic Times · Sep 25
Powerball Website Error Lawsuit: DC man sues over $340m jackpot mix-up; case tests online result liability John Cheeks experienced a heart-stopping moment when he thought he had won a staggering $340 million Powerball jackpot after viewing the winning numbers online. Unfortunately, the DC Lottery website displayed incorrect numbers due to a technical glitch during quality-assurance testing. In response, Cheeks initiated lawsuits calling for either the massive… The Times of India · Sep 25
Tibetan Protest Greets Trump-Xi Meet: Activists demand China leave Tibet; rally outside White House As US President Donald Trump hosted Chinese President Xi Jinping at the White House on Thursday, members of the Tibetan community staged an anti-China protest in Washington, DC, raising slogans including “We want China out of Tibet”. The Times of India · Sep 25
Trade Truce, Taiwan Tensions, and Tech Titans at the Table: Everything From the Trump–Xi Summit Trump and Xi wrapped a three-hour White House meeting with a trade truce extension to Jan. 10, but Taiwan arms and AI guardrails remain unresolved. Latin Times · Sep 25
Inside the White House Press Ban: How Natalie Harp Fits Into Court's Ruling on CNN, MS Now and Politico A judge ordered CNN, MS NOW and Politico back into the White House. Here's what Natalie Harp reportedly did before the ban and what happens next. Latin Times · Sep 24
A review found that Trump’s arch will harm DC. His appointee just ended the process Advisory board cuts off required review process after advocates and preservationists raise major questions about Trump’s ‘military complex’ The Independent UK · Sep 24
Protesters in Winnie the Pooh costumes descend on DC for Xi visit Protesters in Winnie the Pooh outfits took to the streets of Washington, D.C. on Thursday to protest Chinese President Xi Jinping ’s official state visit . Demonstrators often don the costume at protests after the country banned the character following online posts comparing Pooh to Xi, saying he resembles the… The Independent UK · Sep 24
Measles Death Now Listed by CDC but Agency Will Not Say Where as Pennsylvania Cases Reach 835 The CDC now lists one 2026 measles death but won't say where. Pennsylvania reports 835 cases and four measles-associated deaths. What families should know. Medical Daily · Sep 24
The Independent UK · Sep 24 Federal cuts have deeply impacted residents of the Washington, DC area, a new survey shows Federal job cuts have deeply affected the Washington, D.C. area, according to a new survey from Gallup and the Greater Washington Community Foundation
The Independent UK · Sep 23 Judge says Trump did not follow ‘process’ with White House press ban but keeps CNN, MS NOW in limbo DC Judge Timothy Kelly questions Trump’s threats to CNN, MS NOW and Politico after journalists’ passes were abruptly revoked
Latin Times · Sep 23 Maryland Immigrants Reportedly Sent 30 Miles Away for Virtual Baltimore Hearings, Risk Deportation if Absent Maryland immigrants face sudden scheduling shifts, ordering them to travel over 30 miles to Washington, D.C. for virtual Baltimore court hearings, with failure to appear leading to in-absentia deportation orders.
Motorsport · Sep 22 IndyCar reports record 2026 metrics across broadcast, digital, and live events Long-term partner investments and record digital engagement prepare the series for an aggressive roadmap into 2027 and beyond
The Independent UK · Sep 22 How ‘national security’ has become Trump’s crutch for getting his way in Washington ANALYSIS: Congress sees through Trump’s ‘idiotic’ justification for fortifying every inch of Washington, D.C., but the president is pushing ahead with it anyway, writes John Bowden
The Independent UK · Sep 22 Fox joins ABC, CBS, CNN and NBC to boycott Trump over White House press ban Major broadcasters and newspapers are trying to ‘draw a line’ over the ban, fearing they could be next, analysts say
We Got This Covered · Sep 21 Dad ‘crushed’ after learning the newborn twins were not his. So he beats one to death, and locks them in closet because they were apparently ‘stinking’ Multiple warning signs were ignored.
Medical Daily · Sep 21 CDC Ends Weekly Cyclospora Updates at 19,883 Cases as Thousands of Unclassified Reports Could Still Raise the Total CDC stopped weekly Cyclospora updates at 19,883 cases and 1,064 hospitalizations, but more than 16,000 reports remain unsorted. What it means.
Medical Daily · Sep 21 COVID Genetic Material Turned Up in 98% of Air Samples at Newark, Dulles, Dallas, and San Francisco Airports CDC-led air sampling at four U.S. airports detected COVID genetic material in 98% of samples. What that does and doesn't mean for travel risk.
The Economic Times · Sep 21 This eighth-grader has developed antacid system designed to provide longer-lasting GERD relief, earning spot among US Top 30 young researchers competing for more than $100,000 in awards An eighth-grader from Pennsylvania is tackling heartburn with a novel antacid system designed to release medicine more slowly and potentially provide longer-lasting GERD relief, earning her a place among the US Top 30 researchers and a shot at more than $100,000 in awards, including a $25,000 top prize
The Times of India · Sep 21 Four sisters launched a Thai-inspired popcorn brand now making $7K a month The Lertlumprasert sisters, Lisa, Lita, Charlene and Charlie, had talked about starting a business together since childhood. That idea finally took shape in February 2023, after a family trip to Thailand left them with a suitcase full of snacks their American friends loved. Combined with their frustration over the "better-for-you"…