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U. S. Approves $151M Arms Deal for Israel Without Congress

March 7, 2026

The United States has decided to sell a large amount of bombs and related supplies to Israel, worth about $151. 8 million, without asking Congress for approval. This move was announced by the State Department on Friday. Israel wants to buy 12, 000 general‑purpose bombs that weigh one ton each. The d

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Rubio Talks with Saudi Minister About Middle East Risks

March 4, 2026

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Prince Faisal bin Farhan, Saudi Arabia’s foreign minister, on Wednesday. The meeting focused on the danger that Iran poses to peace in the region. They also talked about other recent events happening across the Middle East. Rubio thanked Saudi Arabia

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A Global Baseball Face‑off: What to Watch in 2026

March 3, 2026

The World Baseball Classic starts this week with four groups of five nations each. Teams play every opponent in their group, and the best two from each move on to a knockout stage. The event’s structure keeps fans guessing because even small shifts in performance can change the playoff picture. Poo

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Big Wins in Baseball’s Off‑Season

February 27, 2026

Tarik Skubal secured a record $32 million arbitration award, beating his opponent by $13 million. This deal marks a milestone for pitchers and sets the stage for him to sign one of the largest contracts in baseball history. The Detroit Tigers, despite losing Skubal’s case, finished strong. They a

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Cuban Boat Incident Sparks U. S. and Cuban Tension

February 26, 2026

The Cuban coast guard stopped a speedboat that had come from Florida near the El Pino canal. The boat carried weapons and a crew of ten Cuban nationals who lived in the U. S. When Cuban border guards asked for identification, shots were fired from the boat. The guard commander was hurt but

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Rubio’s Caribbean Stop Highlights U. S. Focus Amid Middle East Tensions

February 26, 2026

Secretary of State Marco Rubio arrived on St. Kitts and Nevis early Wednesday, aiming to showcase the United States’ commitment to the Western Hemisphere. The visit follows a recent U. S. military action that removed Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro from power, signaling a shift in regional prior

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Boat Shooting Near Cuba Leaves Four Dead

February 26, 2026

A small boat registered in Florida was hit by Cuban border guards, killing four people and wounding six others. The victims were rescued and treated for their injuries, according to Cuban officials who also released the vessel’s registration number. U. S. Vice President J. D. Vance said he had limit

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US Diplomats Urged to Push Back on Data‑Control Rules

February 25, 2026

The U. S. government has asked its foreign representatives to oppose new rules that would limit how American technology companies handle people’s personal data abroad. A letter from the State Department, dated February 18 and signed by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, warned that such restrictions c

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Diplomacy First, But Ready for Action

February 24, 2026

The White House says President Trump’s main approach to Iran is diplomatic talks. Yet the administration also warns it could resort to military force if negotiations fail. The president’s spokesperson confirmed this stance, noting that the final call rests with Trump himself. Earlier in the day, Se

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Europe’s Quiet Reckoning Over Post‑Soviet Peace

February 18, 2026

The U. S. ambassador to NATO, Matthew Whitaker, told a Washington broadcast that Europe’s relaxed stance after the Soviet collapse is now at odds with the reality of war in Ukraine. He said European leaders are not worried about U. S. support, but rather the growing danger on their own continent as