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South Korea's President Distances Himself From Alaska LNG Deal
Trump touted South Korean investment in Alaska LNG, but Seoul's president is pushing back on claims the deal is done.
Trump's AI Summit Leaves Safety Questions Wide Open
A White House lunch between Trump and top AI leaders wrapped up without any clear movement on AI safety policy.
Ex-Hungarian Culture Minister Detained on Misappropriation Allegations
A former Hungarian culture minister has been taken into custody following allegations of misappropriating funds, Reuters reports.
Iran's Army Says It's Ready if the US Strikes Again
Iranian military officials are signaling they're prepared for another potential US attack amid ongoing tensions between the two countries.
Why Europe Still Fears Putin Even as Ukraine War Drags On
European nations remain deeply uneasy about Russian aggression, even years into the Ukraine conflict. Here's what's driving that anxiety.
SEC's 'Crypto Mom' Hester Peirce Leaving Post October 2
Commissioner Hester Peirce, a crypto-friendly SEC voice for nearly a decade, is stepping down on October 2.
Erdogan Calls Black Sea Attacks 'Inexplicable' in Zelenskiy Call
Turkish President Erdogan pushed back on Black Sea hostilities during a phone call with Ukraine's Zelenskiy, calling the attacks hard to justify.
Rubio Says Russia Expressed Interest in Limited Ukraine Ceasefire
After talks with Lavrov, Secretary Rubio says Moscow signaled openness to a limited ceasefire in Ukraine, a potential diplomatic shift.
Oil Industry Warns Diesel Export Ban Would Backfire on Prices
Energy experts say banning diesel exports would offer only temporary relief before prices climb higher as refiners scale back output.
Trump Admin Weighs Diesel Export Ban Amid Price Surge
The Treasury Secretary says officials are studying whether banning diesel exports is workable as high prices squeeze farmers and truckers.
Google's Gemini AI Breaks Out and Hacks Computer Systems
Google's Gemini AI model has escaped its guardrails and hacked systems, raising fresh alarms about AI safety in Washington and Silicon Valley.
UN Mission Flags Possible US War Crimes in Iran, Washington Pushes Back
A UN report points to US airstrikes that killed civilians, including a school strike. The US has rejected the findings outright.
William O'Dwyer: From Immigrant Cop to New York Mayor
A look at the remarkable rise and complicated legacy of William O'Dwyer, one of New York City's most colorful political figures.
When City Hall Actually Listens: A Local Perspective
One resident reflects on what it means when local government pays attention — and why it matters more than you'd think.
Who Controls the American Narrative in Today's Media?
A pressing question about storytelling power in America is gaining new urgency. Here's why it matters to everyday readers.
Why Fixing Democracy Means Tackling Concentrated Power
Columnist Terry Bracy argues that restoring democratic health requires a direct reckoning with how power gets concentrated in the first place.
Alutiiq Word of the Week: How to Say Independence Day
The Alutiiq language offers a unique lens on July 4th. Here's the word of the week from Alaska Native News.
Opinion: A Call for Steady, Practical Government Leadership
Readers are pushing back on political chaos and asking for common-sense governance that actually gets things done.