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Hegseth Estimates Iran War Has Cost $37.5 Billion
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is requesting as much as $70 billion in emergency military spending after nearly five months of war.
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Troy Jackson Tightens Hold on Democratic Senate Nomination in Maine
State Democrats released a ballot for their nominating convention on Saturday that includes Mr. Jackson and two long-shot candidates with little public support from delegates.
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Senate Panel Advances Jay Clayton as Next Spy Chief on Party-Line Vote
If the full Senate confirms him as expected, Mr. Clayton will take over the Office of the Director of National Intelligence from Bill Pulte, a housing official with little national security experience.
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G.O.P. Lawmakers Join White House in Challenging a Smithsonian Museum
A House subcommittee questioned the director of the National Museum of American History after a scathing White House report characterized it as insufficiently patriotic.
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Trump Pushes Chinese Election Threat, but Files Show Russia’s Heavy Hand
Intelligence documents that the White House released to back up President Trump’s claims about China highlight Russian efforts to influence U.S. elections.
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Advice on Traveling With Autism and for Parents of Neurodiverse Children
The noise and chaos of flying can be overwhelming for people on the spectrum. Here are some ways to ease the stress and make the trip more comfortable.
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His doctor’s prescription for his unbearable pain seemed absurd. It worked.
Gregory Maassen was nearly bedridden by a burning sensation that was later diagnosed as a rare form of neuropathy. He has found relief riding his e-bike across the country.
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His doctor’s prescription for his unbearable pain seemed absurd. It worked.
Gregory Maassen was nearly bedridden by a burning sensation that was later diagnosed as a rare form of neuropathy. He has found relief riding his e-bike across the country.
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Piña Colada Ice Pops
These refreshing pineapple-coconut ice pops are naturally sweetened with dates, so they satisfy a sweet tooth with no added sugar.
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Why States Are Making It Harder to Save Money With Solar Panels
The changes are costing homeowners money. But they also reflect a changing grid — and the need for home batteries.