Senate confirms fossil fuel CEO Chris Wright as energy secretary
The key post will promote President Trump’s efforts to achieve U.S. “energy dominance” in the global market.
With just days to go before the first phase of the fragile ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas was set to expire, the terrorist group has agreed to release the bodies of four dead Israeli hostages in exchange for hundreds of Palestinian prisoners. Israel has delayed the release of about 600 Palestinian prisoners since Saturday…
US President Donald Trump halted enforcement of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, claiming it hinders American competitiveness. This move comes ahead of PM Modi’s Washington visit and offers implicit relief to Adani Group executives, previously charged under the law. Trump argues the law wastes resources and harms U.S. economic and national security interests.
Around 50% of troop disengagement at Depsang and Demchok in eastern Ladakh has been completed. The Indian Army plans to start coordinated patrolling with the PLA by month-end. Talks on buffer zones and other sensitive areas continue while both sides dismantle posts and monitor progress through UAVs.
Family of U.S. citizen found in Syria speaks out; Florida woman arrested for insurance company threats.
President Trump took questions from reporters Wednesday at the swearing-in of his newly confirmed director of national intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard. Trump said he will probably meet with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Saudi Arabia for talks on ending the war in Ukraine. CBS News’ Ed O’Keefe and Nikole Killion join with analysis.
Netflix is raising prices across all U.S. subscription plans, including the first hike for ad-supported plans. The standard ad-free plan sees the largest jump, while increased costs start immediately for new subscribers and roll out in the next billing cycle for existing members.