Iran Demands $270bn War Compensation as US Talks Resume Amid Rising Tensions

Iran has placed a $270 billion price tag on the damage it says was caused by recent US and Israeli military actions, setting a confrontational tone ahead of renewed diplomatic talks. Officials in Tehran are pressing for compensation not only from Washington but also from five unnamed regional countries. Iran claims those nations allowed their … Read more

Florida Doctor Charged After Removing Wrong Organ During Surgery

A Florida surgeon now faces criminal charges after a fatal surgical error that prosecutors say led to the death of a 70-year-old patient. The case has triggered renewed scrutiny over medical malpractice, surgical oversight, and patient safety standards. Dr. Thomas Shaknovsky, 44, was indicted by a grand jury on a second-degree manslaughter charge tied to … Read more

Oil Surges Above $100 as US-Iran Peace Talk Fails

Oil prices surged past $100 a barrel on Monday after US President Donald Trump ordered a naval blockade targeting Iranian ports, escalating tensions following failed peace talks with Tehran. Brent crude briefly climbed to $102.02 before retreating to around $98 in US trading hours. The rebound erased last week’s sharp drop, when prices fell below … Read more

Eric Swalwell Resigns from Congress Amid Sexual Misconduct Allegations

A senior Democratic lawmaker has stepped down from Congress under mounting pressure tied to serious misconduct allegations, shaking party leadership and halting a high-profile political career. Eric Swalwell announced Monday that he will resign from the House of Representatives as scrutiny intensified over accusations of sexual assault and inappropriate behavior. The move follows days of … Read more

Pennsylvania Turnpike Wrong-Way Crash Suspect Charged, Still Missing

A 26-year-old woman is facing serious criminal charges after a deadly wrong-way crash on the Pennsylvania Turnpike left a motorcyclist dead. Authorities say she has not yet been found. The Lehigh County District Attorney’s Office confirmed Friday that Onanyeli Rosario-Mesa, of Allentown, has been charged with homicide by vehicle while driving under the influence, along … Read more

Milwaukee Father Sentenced to 5 Years After Locking 6 Kids in Storage Unit

A Milwaukee father will spend five years behind bars after authorities discovered his six children locked inside a storage unit in conditions that shocked investigators and the public. The case, which unfolded in September 2025, began when police responded to reports of a crying baby coming from inside a locked storage space. Officers forced entry … Read more

Minnesota Payroll Manager Charged in $1.2M Fraud Linked to Gambling Addiction

A payroll manager in Minnesota is facing federal charges after prosecutors say she stole more than $1.2 million from her employer over several years to support a gambling habit. According to a criminal complaint, the woman is accused of committing wire fraud by manipulating the company’s payroll system between 2017 and 2025. Investigators allege she … Read more

EPA Chief Defends Energy Policy as Prices Surge 21% and Inflation Climbs

Rising energy costs are putting pressure on households and businesses, even as U.S. Environmental Protection Agency chief Lee Zeldin insists the government has found a way to protect both the environment and the economy. Speaking in San Antonio at the Greater San Antonio Chamber of Commerce, Zeldin said the current administration is rejecting the long-standing … Read more