Ukraine–Russia at a crossroads: How the war evolved in 2025 and what comes next
President Donald Trump engaged Ukraine, Russian leaders throughout 2025 in unprecedented diplomatic push to end the war, including Alaska summit and Mar-a-Lago meetings.
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What to know about new state laws in 2026 on wages, SNAP benefits and climate tax
New state laws taking effect in 2026 will impact Americans through higher minimum wages, tourism taxes and tighter SNAP restrictions across states.
Democrats had major election victories in 2025, but wins don’t erase party’s critical weaknesses
Democrats scored major victories in 2025 elections despite brand challenges. DNC chair sees silver lining as party prepares for crucial midterms ahead.
California delays yanking 17,000 commercial driver’s licenses
A week after immigrant groups filed a lawsuit, California said Tuesday it will delay the revocations of 17,000 commercial driver’s licenses until March to allow more time to ensure that truckers and bus drivers who legally qualify for the licenses can keep them. But U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy said the state may lose $160
5 States Limit Soda, Candy for SNAP Recipients to Curb Obesity
A close-up shot of a SNAP EBT information sign is displayed at a gas station in Riverwoods, Ill., on Nov. 1, 2025. Nam Y. Huh/AP Photo Residents in five states receiving federal food assistance will face new restrictions on their benefits when it comes to purchasing soda, candy, and other items categorized as unhealthy starting
Congress fails to save Obamacare subsidies after shutdown fight, premiums set to surge
Congress fails to extend enhanced Obamacare subsidies before the Dec. 31 deadline as both sides try to find common ground on a bipartisan solution when they return in the new year.
In Texas, a 400-Acre Muslim Development Sparks Controversy
Lawsuits and investigations have followed a development that is self-described as the ‘epicenter of Islam in America.’ Add to My List Save Illustration by The Epoch Times, Public Domain, Rendition from Texas legal documents By Darlene McCormick Sanchez | December 31, 2025Updated:December 31, 2025 JOSEPHINE, Texas—This rural town with farmland stretching to the horizon might