A senior Iranian official shares why he thinks President Trump started attacking the country and other high-profile topics
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi speaks with Iraqi Foreign Minister Fuad Hussein at a press conference in Tehran, Iran, on Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026. (Vahid Salemi/AP)
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GUARANTEE 3
1. Iran’s top official shares why he thinks President Trump launched an attack on his country.
2. All the winners and losers of the Oscars 2026.
3. A man accused of impaling a pastor asks the judge to give him the death penalty.
MAIN TOPICS
EXTINGUISHING – Trump says Iran is ‘destroyed’ but ‘I’m not saying it’s over.’ Continue reading…
AND THE OSCARS GO TO… – Michael B. Jordan says ‘God is good’ after winning best actor for ‘Sinners.’ Continue reading…
COURTROOM SMIRK — A hit-and-run suspect ran away laughing in court after a boy was killed while another was left fighting for his life. Continue reading…
THE PARTY IS OVER – Spring break: Southern cities issue alcohol bans and new restrictions. Continue reading…
HOME ADVICE – Team USA leaves the Dominican Republic to reach the finals of the World Baseball Classic. Continue reading…
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POLITICS
PUSH POLICY – DHS official calls citizenship testing ‘too lenient’ as terror attacks renew vetting. Continue reading…
‘IT’S EASY FOR ME’ – Hawaii Democrat explains decision to sit down during Trump’s arrival at SOTU. Continue reading…
‘INCREDIBLY SERIOUS’ – CA lawmakers give the librarian 7 days to produce financial records consistent with the literacy program. Continue reading…
PUMP PRESSURE – Rising fuel prices from the Iran conflict put the GOP on the defensive after Biden’s earlier attacks. Continue reading…
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MEDIA
BUDGET BATTLE – CNN liberal panelist says billions spent on defense should go to health insurance instead. Continue reading…
NEWSROOM REVOLUTION – Veteran ’60 Minutes’ reporter says network ‘collapsed’ under Trump pressure. Continue reading…
POLITICAL POSITION – Schiff, Booker toss out phone shutdown charge amid terror concerns, thousands of DHS workers without pay. Continue reading…
CREDIBILITY CRISIS — FCC chairman Brendan Carr warns broadcasters must ‘correct course’ on ‘distortion’ before license renewal. Continue reading…
THE IDEA
ROBERT MAGINNIS – The success of the Iran war gives the president the Trump card to play in the China meeting. Continue reading…
PAIGE TERRYBERRY – Aliens are taking over our homes and stealing the American dream. Continue reading…
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IN OTHER NEWS
NOT SO FUN – Costco customers are furious as replacements for a fan favorite cost almost twice as much. Continue reading…
BEYOND THE BALL – Super Bowl winner leaves NFL at 27 to pursue lithium battery business. Continue reading…
A QUESTION OF DIETARY NEWS – Where did Iranian athletes find refuge? Which Republican got Stephen A Smith’s shout out? Take the quiz here…
THE HIDDEN BENEFIT – A common vitamin can provide relief from prolonged COVID symptoms, research suggests. Continue reading…
AN ATTRACTIVE OFFER – Whiskey mogul will provide college supplies to the right recipient. See the video…
WATCH
VICTOR DAVIS HANSON – Trump administration ‘politically gambling’ on Iran, but ‘it’s worth it.’ See the video…
PAUL MAURO – This is an anti-terrorism issue in the ‘First Amendment community.’ See the video…
LISTEN
Listen as Rep. Gabe Evans (R-CO), a military veteran, warned of ‘nuclear mail’ to Iran as the conflict continues. Check it out…
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