U.S. diesel prices top $6 a gallon for the first time, raising shipping and grocery costs
Diesel powers trucking, rail and farm equipment, so this jump hits food, packages and construction costs.
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Trump administration proposes census overhaul to exclude undocumented immigrants and drop race/ethnicity questions
Who gets counted determines House seats and billions in federal funding, setting up a high‑stakes legal and political fight ahead of 2030.
U.S. military says it destroyed five Iranian oil tankers after attempted missile attacks on Navy warship
It marks a major escalation with Iran, with potential fallout for U.S. troops, energy prices and broader Middle East stability.
Oil jumps toward $100 as Houthi strikes ignite fires at Saudi Aramco sites
Higher crude prices feed directly into gas, diesel and heating costs for U.S. households and businesses.
NHC issues Tropical Storm Warning for Kauai and Niihau as Hurricane Lowell passes west of Hawaii
Official warnings mean damaging wind, flooding rain and travel disruptions are likely for Hawaii’s westernmost islands.
U.S. says it struck three Iranian oil tankers after missiles targeted Navy warships
A direct U.S. military strike on Iran’s oil fleet raises the stakes of the conflict and could affect global energy prices and U.S. forces’ safety.
Federal judge extends block on Trump executive order to restrict mail-in voting before the midterms
The ruling affects how millions of ballots could be handled less than two months before Election Day.
30‑year mortgage average rises to 6.71%, highest in more than a year
Higher mortgage rates hit homebuyers and refinancers directly and can reshape fall housing plans.
Federal judge blocks Trump’s latest order narrowing birthright citizenship, citing Supreme Court’s June ruling
It halts a high‑profile election‑year move on citizenship and voting that states and advocacy groups say would create confusion.
U.S. hits IRGC targets in Iran; Tehran answers with drone attacks on Gulf allies
Escalation raises oil and security risks while the administration signals willingness to strike again if Iran retaliates.