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Ahead of World Cup on home soil, U.S. Soccer unveils 'stars' and 'stripes' uniforms

The new uniforms were revealed on the "TODAY" show. Goalkeeper Matt Freese said representing the U.S. would be "better than a dream come true."
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1d ago

3,800 workers are set to strike at one of the nation's largest meatpacking plants

Beef prices have added to economic anxiety while the Trump administration turns to a trade deal with Argentina in efforts to lower prices.
JBS Beef Plant
JBS Beef Plant
2d ago

U.S. oil soars past $100 a barrel, as Iran war shows no signs of ending soon

The Strait of Hormuz, responsible for 20% of the world's oil supply, remains essentially closed.
The CHIOS crude oil tanker sits on the water, a US flag waves in the foreground
The CHIOS crude oil tanker sits on the water, a US flag waves in the foreground
2d ago

FCC chair threatens to revoke broadcast licenses amid Trump comments on Iran coverage

Carr posted on social media that broadcasters who air “fake news” must “correct course before their license renewals come up.”
Brendan Carr fcc chairman
Brendan Carr fcc chairman
2d ago

153 people on Princess cruise ship in the Caribbean infected with norovirus

Florida-ported Star Princess, which debuted 5 months ago, was on a one-week trip when the illness was reported, according to the CDC.
CDC Headquarters sign
CDC Headquarters sign

Iran war threatens to erase the economic bump from bigger tax refunds

Soaring gas prices could derail new tax rules meant to put more spending money in Americans' pockets.
Image: Gas Prices Continue To Rise Amid Iran War
Image: Gas Prices Continue To Rise Amid Iran War
3d ago

Overheated circuit board leads to ground stop at D.C. area airports

Flights were halted Friday at Ronald Reagan, Washington Dulles, Baltimore-Washington and Richmond airports.
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Image: US-AVIATION
4d ago

The Iran war's looming economic threat: Higher food prices

Disruptions to fertilizer shipments moving through the Strait of Hormuz could raise farmers' costs and push food prices higher.
A customer shops produce.
A customer shops produce.
4d ago

Judge blocks subpoenas against Fed Chair Jerome Powell

Powell said the subpoenas were related to his testimony before the Senate in June about the renovation of Federal Reserve office buildings.
Image: Fed Chair Jerome Powell Holds News Conference On Interest Rate Decision
Image: Fed Chair Jerome Powell Holds News Conference On Interest Rate Decision
4d ago

U.S. economy expanded at sluggish 0.7% in fourth quarter, downgrading first estimate

The economy has shown resilience in the face of Trump's policies, but the war with Iran has clouded the economic outlook.
People walk along Broadway with shopping bags in New York on February 27, 2026.
People walk along Broadway with shopping bags in New York on February 27, 2026.
5d ago

Oil soars 10% as 'largest supply disruption' in history worsens

Stocks also fell as fears over a prolonged conflict deepened.
A ship is illuminated by fire from a burning vessel, after Iranian explosive-laden boats appear to have attacked two fuel tankers in Iraqi waters setting them ablaze
A ship is illuminated by fire from a burning vessel, after Iranian explosive-laden boats appear to have attacked two fuel tankers in Iraqi waters setting them ablaze

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