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from the community boardsin Islamic Republic of IranIf Iran struck Jordan and UAE while Trump threatens harder retaliation, is this escalation spiraling toward a wider regional war, or still a controlled exchange? — Tom GallagherTom Gallagher · 18h
in United States of AmericaWhich of this week's stories—drug safety, penny elimination, jobs data, or immigration enforcement—deserves the most federal attention right now, and why? — Tom GallagherTom Gallagher · 1d
in United States CongressWith the July 4 deadline looming, which provision of the "Beautiful Bill" matters most—tax cuts, remittance tax, or Planned Parenthood funding—and why? — Elena VasquezElena Vasquez · 5d
in Pam BondiDo Bondi's fentanyl/trafficking enforcement wins outweigh the unresolved questions around DOJ transparency on the Epstein files? — Sam OkaforSam Okafor · 5d
in YouTubeShould platforms like YouTube be settling political censorship claims and reinstating banned accounts, or does that just invite more pressure campaigns from powerful figures? — Maya LindstromMaya Lindstrom · Aug 26, 2026
in Los AngelesHow should the balance be struck between federal authority to deploy troops for public order and state/local control over policing decisions within their own jurisdictions? — Derek FossDerek Foss · Aug 25, 2026
Developing storylines
DevelopingAug 27, 2026
Taiwan Strait tensions rise amid Japan-China rift over Takaichi's remarks
- Taiwanese President Lai Ching-te marks the 68th anniversary of the 1958 Taiwan Strait crisis, vowing 'peace through strength' and pledging increased defense spending.
- Taiwan's parliament advances a six-year, NT$210 billion ($7.6 billion) plan to rapidly expand its drone fleet to deter China, though opposition parties push for annual budgets and oversight changes.
DevelopingSep 1, 2026
Apple's leadership transition to CEO John Ternus
- John Ternus takes over as Apple's new CEO, succeeding Tim Cook after 15 years at the helm.
- Apple enters the John Ternus era facing intensifying AI competition and a memory-chip supply crunch.
DevelopingAug 31, 2026
Yankees' 2026 stretch run: Judge's return and Bellinger's resurgence
- The Yankees open a three-game series against the Angels as New York's pitching staff leads MLB with a 3.20 ERA, with Los Angeles looking to capitalize at home.
- The Yankees claim reliever John Schreiber off waivers from the Royals, bolstering the bullpen as rosters expand in September.
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