7-Eleven expects to close hundreds of its stores in North America this year - AP News

7-Eleven expects to close hundreds of its stores in North America this year  AP News

Trump hints Iran talks could resume this week as US maritime blockade continues

The United Nations' secretary general also said it was "highly probable" that talks would restart.

51 Percent of Americans Think Trump’s Military Action in Iran Has Not Been Worthwhile

A survey from Ipsos and Reuters, released on Tuesday, found few Americans — 24 percent — think the war in Iran has been worth the costs and benefits.

By Ruth Igielnik

Trump says Iran peace talks could take place 'over the next two days'

The US president told the New York Post on Tuesday that this potential meeting with Tehran could take place in Pakistan this week. Meanwhile, Israel and Lebanon agreed to open direct talks after meeting in Washington, in what amounted to a rare diplomatic breakthrough between two countries formally at war for decades.

House Democrats call for commission led by JD Vance to oust Trump

Measure by Jamie Raskin follows statements by Trump about annihilating Iran and post depicting himself as Jesus Sign up for the Breaking News US email to get newsletter alerts in your inbox House Democrats on Tuesday proposed creating a commission that would work with JD Vance to remove Donald Trump from office under the 25th amendment, should they determine he is no longer fit to serve. The measure, introduced by Jamie Raskin, the top Democrat on the House judiciary committee, follows a se...

By Chris Stein in Washington

The filibuster has long forced senators to compromise. Can it survive 2026?

President Trump wants to do away with the filibuster in order to pass the Save America Act. But many Senate Republicans are reluctant, wary of what it would mean if they were to lose their majority.

By Eric McDaniel

Republicans’ big 2026 problem: An unhinged Trump who doesn’t seem to care about them - CNN

Republicans’ big 2026 problem: An unhinged Trump who doesn’t seem to care about them  CNN

House Dems unveil bill to examine removing Trump using 25th Amendment

House Democrats led by Jamie Raskin introduce a bill to create a commission evaluating whether the 25th Amendment could be used to remove Trump.

7-Eleven expects to close hundreds of locations in Canada, U.S.

According to earnings filings published last week, 7-Eleven's North American operator plans to close 645 stores in the 2026 fiscal year — outpacing the 205 locations it forecasts it will open during that same time.

What a United-American merger would mean, from antitrust hurdles to airfare

United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby reportedly floated a potential merger with Trump administration officials earlier this year.

Middle East live: Trump says Iran talks may resume as Israel, Lebanon open direct track

President Donald Trump said Tuesday that US-Iran peace talks could resume this week, while Israel and Lebanon agreed to launch direct negotiations, signaling movement on two key fronts in efforts to ease the Middle East conflict. The parallel diplomatic openings came even as violence persisted, underscoring both the fragility of the process and Washington's push to stabilise a region shaken by the over-six-week war. Follow our liveblog for the latest developments.

By Nicole TRIAN

5 things to know about a potential merger of airlines United and American

Even in a White House viewed as business friendly, a United and American combo would be bound to raise some serious concerns.

By Claudia Assis

Ethics group claims Trump’s store has branded more than 600 new items to ‘profit off the presidency’ this term

The Trump Store reportedly brought in a whopping $8.8 million in 2024

By Rachel Dobkin

LinkedIn CEO says AI is boosting the value of these 4 'soft skills'

LinkedIn's CEO has a front-row seat to how American careers are changing. He said AI is making four soft skills more important for workers. Riccardo Savi/Getty Images for Concordia Summit LinkedIn CEO Ryan Roslansky said "soft skills" are more important as AI takes over routine work. He highlighted four communication-specific skills to hone. Other Silicon Valley leaders have made more dramatic predictions about AI's impact on jobs. Personality hires, rejoice. LinkedIn's CEO said soft skills...

Is Trump Investigating the NFL Because He Failed To Buy a Team So Many Times?

Plus: the insanity of investigating the NFL on antitrust grounds, and should golf be harder?

US Democrats will try, and try again, to rein in Trump’s Iran war powers - The Straits Times

US Democrats will try, and try again, to rein in Trump’s Iran war powers  The Straits Times

US Democrats will try, and try again, to rein in Trump's Iran war powers

Democrats have tried and failed over the past few months to pass war power resolutions to limit US President Donald Trump's military actions in Iran.

Trump Plans 4,500-Seat “Arena” On South Lawn For White House UFC Event

After paving over the Rose Garden to create a patio and demolishing the East Wing to make way for a 90,000 square foot ballroom, President Donald Trump continues to reshape the White House grounds and reinvent how they are used. On July 2 of this year, the president confirmed plans to host a mixed martial […]

By Tomt

Trump seen as a risk by Europe’s far right after Orban loss

At a critical time for the nationalist movement in Europe, parties are struggling to land on a clear policy of how to deal with the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump.

Trump wants 'grand bargain' with Iran, not 'small deal': Vance

US President Donald Trump wants a "grand bargain" with Iran rather than a "small deal" through negotiations with the Islamic Republic, Vice President JD Vance said Tuesday, amid speculation that peace talks between Washington and Tehran could resume in the coming days. Vance made the remarks during a public event at the University of Georgia in Athens, Georgia, after the United States and Iran failed to reach an agreement during their negotiations in Pakistan over the weekend, with their two-wee

By The Korea Herald

Trump's son Eric to join father's state visit to China

The move could raise concerns about a possible conflict of interest, given that US President Donald Trump's personal wealth and business dealings are managed by Eric and other members of his family.

U.S. behind race with China on building out energy for AI, Constellation CEO says

Will Democrats try to remove Trump from office?

Impeachment, 25th Amendment are likely to fall short

By Joel Mathis, The Week US

United CEO Pitches Trump On American Tie-Up To Build Highly Competitive Global Carrier

United CEO Pitches Trump On American Tie-Up To Build Highly Competitive Global Carrier A Reuters report stated that United Airlines CEO Scott Kirby "pitched" a merger with American Airlines during a recent meeting with President Trump. Shares of both carriers rose in premarket trading in New York following the report. Two sources told the outlet that merger discussions took place during a February 25 White House meeting with Trump about the future of Dulles Airport, just three d...

By Tyler Durden

Trump hints Iran talks could resume this week as US maritime blockade continues

President Donald Trump has suggested talks aimed at ending the war in Iran could resume this week, after negotiations collapsed at the weekend, prompting the US to blockade Iranian ports.

By Abubakar Ibrahim