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It’s been two weeks since President Donald Trump launched a war with Iran, and Vice President JD Vance has yet to offer anything like the full-throated public votes of confidence he offered about Trump’s previous operations.
https://cnn.com/2026/03/13/politics/jd-vance-iran-war The Pentagon and National Security Council significantly underestimated Iran’s willingness to close the Strait of Hormuz in response to US military strikes while planning the ongoing operation, according to multiple sources fami...
https://cnn.com/2026/03/12/politics/hormuz-trump-administration-underestimated-iran About a year ago, President Donald Trump asked Americans to deal with some short-term pain over tariffs. Now he’s doing the same on Iran and oil prices.
https://cnn.com/2026/03/13/politics/americans-economy-trump-war-tariffs A political fundraising email from President Donald Trump’s political action committee has a provocative pitch.
https://cnn.com/2026/03/13/politics/trump-fundraise-email-soldier President Donald Trump is expected to remove Richard Grenell as head of the Trump-Kennedy Center, according to three sources familiar with the matter.
https://cnn.com/2026/03/13/politics/ric-grenell-out-as-kennedy-center-head-trump
Economy
About a year ago, President Donald Trump asked Americans to deal with some short-term pain over tariffs. Now he’s doing the same on Iran and oil prices.
https://cnn.com/2026/03/13/politics/americans-economy-trump-war-tariffs US economic growth was even weaker than previously reported at the end of last year, dragged down by the historic government shutdown and a slowdown in consumer spending.
https://cnn.com/2026/03/13/economy/us-consumer-sentiment-gdp GLOBAL ECONOMY
https://foxnews.com/category/world/global-economy The end of penny minting impacts businesses and consumers with new rounding rules and price adjustments.
https://pjmedia.com/rick-moran/2026/03/13/theyre-not-minting-pennies-anymore-and-thats-a-problem-for-businesses-and-consumers-n4950612 Amid an unpopular war with Iran and slumping poll numbers linked to a sluggish economy, President Donald Trump resorted to name-calling Wednesday in a bid to boost Ed Gallrein in his GOP primary against Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massie...
https://rollcall.com/category/energy/
Tech
Weekly review covering Iran conflict, media coverage, and geopolitical shifts including China and Cuba impacts.
https://hotair.com/ed-morrissey/2026/03/13/irans-dire-straits-nepo-babytollah-watch-and-expedition-known-the-week-in-review-n3812813 Ukraine uses anti-drone tech to counter Iran's UAV attacks, aiding US and allies in the Middle East.
https://hotair.com/headlines/2026/03/13/ukraine-is-getting-revenge-on-iran-n3812811 For sharp opinion from big names on politics, entertainment, technology, media and more, stay informed with the latest columns from The Daily Beast.
https://thedailybeast.com/category/politics/opinion/ The new Ripplecoin Mining app provides a convenient cloud mining experience for everyone—no technical skills or expensive hardware required.
https://radaronline.com/p/ripplecoin-mining-launches-brand-new-app-even-beginners-easily-earn-daily-passive-income-using-their-mobile-phones/ Discover the best home internet services with our expert reviews and comprehensive guides. Find your ideal provider today.
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Sports
An analysis of James Talarico's views on Christianity and gender identity in politics.
https://hotair.com/headlines/2026/03/13/talarico-represents-christianitys-past-not-its-future-n3812832 Aaron Jablonski, 35, this week copped to aggravated assault and gun charges in connection with a bizarre confrontation outside the Overtime Sports Bar.
https://thesmokinggun.com/documents/stupid/karaoke-guilty-plea-185097 Check the NY Daily News collection of photo galleries featuring sports photography, news photos, celebrities, autos and pics from around the world.
https://nydailynews.com/tag/photos-and-videos/ Follow FRANCE 24’s coverage of the major sporting events from across the globe, including match results, portraits and interviews. From the Olympics to the World Cup to the African Cup of Nations, follow…
https://france24.com/en/sport/ Latest US news, world news, sports, business, opinion, analysis and reviews from the Guardian, the world's leading liberal voice
https://guardian.co.uk/preference/edition/us
Space
From breaking news to in-depth analysis and opinion on breakthroughs in science, medicine, space, and more, stay informed with the latest innovation news from The Daily Beast.
https://thedailybeast.com/category/innovation/ FRANCE 24’s analyses of the economic events and technological innovations shaping our world, including economic trends, energy markets, Artificial Intelligence (AI) and space exploration.
https://france24.com/en/business-tech/ Explore the Seven Sages constellation, astrophotography, and cosmic wonders in this Sky Candy feature.
https://pjmedia.com/charlie-martin/2026/03/13/the-seven-sages-of-sky-candy-n4950623 A key Pentagon official on Thursday brushed off criticism from senators over the department’s role in an episode that led the Federal Aviation Administration to briefly close the airspace over El Paso, Texas, earlier this month....
https://rollcall.com/category/transportation/ Justin Chang reviews “Project Hail Mary,” an adaptation of an Andy Weir novel directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller and starring Ryan Gosling and Sandra Hüller.
https://newyorker.com/magazine/2026/03/23/project-hail-mary-movie-review
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