Daniel Brooks

California has been struck by a series of rapid earthquakes right along what experts call ‘America’s most dangerous’ fault line

A fast-moving series of earthquakes has shaken the Salton Sea region near the southern San Andreas Fault, one of California's most closely watched seismic zones. Scientists say the sequence does not predict a larger quake, but it has renewed attention on a fault system that has not produced a major rupture in centuries.

Mamdani sidestepped a question about whether the NYPD would visit Israel for training

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani did not directly answer when asked whether the NYPD would continue sending personnel to Israel for training. The exchange revived scrutiny of his past criticism of the department’s ties to Israeli security institutions.

“Is This Biden All Over Again?” Trump’s Live-TV Moment Sparks Concern

A recent televised Trump appearance is drawing renewed scrutiny over age, stamina and public performance, with critics comparing the reaction to the intense focus that followed President Joe Biden’s 2024 debate struggles. What is confirmed is the video itself and the political response around it; what remains unconfirmed is any medical explanation.

Global Oil Supply Is Set to Fall by 4.3 Million Barrels a Day. China Has 1.4 Billion Barrels in reserves.

Global oil supply is projected to fall sharply this year as war-related disruptions hit Middle East production, while China’s estimated 1.4 billion barrels in reserves give it unusual flexibility in the market. Those two developments are reshaping oil trade flows, pricing pressure and the pace of inventory drawdowns worldwide.

Judge Warns He’s Held Lawyers in Contempt Before. Now He’s Looking at Trump’s DOJ

A federal judge is weighing whether Trump administration Justice Department lawyers defied orders in a lawsuit over redactions in the Epstein files. Judge Emmet Sullivan said at an August 13 hearing that he has held lawyers in contempt before and could do so again if the court finds noncompliance.

Obama-Appointed Judge Says Adding Trump’s Name to Kennedy Center Violates the Law

A federal judge in Washington ruled that adding President Donald Trump’s name to the Kennedy Center violated federal law and said only Congress can change the institution’s name. The dispute has become a new legal and political fight over the future of the national performing arts center.

“The Crew Is Extremely Resilient, They Just Need a Break,” Says Spouse of Sailor Aboard USS Carrier

Families of sailors aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln are speaking publicly as concerns grow over the carrier’s extended deployment and crew well-being. One spouse said the crew remains resilient, but after months at sea, sailors need relief and a clear path home.

Daylight Saving Time Could Disappear for Good as Trump Pushes Senate to Act

A House-passed bill to make daylight saving time permanent is now in the Senate after President Donald Trump renewed his push to end twice-yearly clock changes. The proposal would affect most U.S. states, but senators remain divided and no final vote has been scheduled.

3 States are battling over water supply as Lake Mead Hits a Record Low

Lake Mead has dropped to a new record low, sharpening a long-running fight over Colorado River water among Arizona, California and Nevada. Federal officials have responded with a proposal that could require the three Lower Basin states to take significantly deeper cuts beginning in 2027.

Iran Claims 7 US Navy Personnel Killed in Clash Aboard Troubled USS Carrier

Iranian state-linked media reported that seven U.S. Navy personnel were killed aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln, but U.S. officials have publicly disputed that account. The episode has drawn new attention to documented strain aboard the carrier during its extended Middle East deployment.

Trump Is Considering a Capital Gains Tax Change That Could Save Investors Millions. Here’s Who Stands to Win

President Donald Trump is considering a capital gains tax change that would adjust asset gains for inflation, a move that tax analysts say would mainly benefit higher-income investors. The proposal is under renewed discussion as Republicans look for an economic message ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.

Mamdani’s Tax Fight Just Hit a Wall as Judge Puts NYC Luxury Home Surcharge on Hold

A judge has temporarily paused part of New York City’s rollout of its new luxury second-home surcharge, complicating Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s effort to collect new revenue from high-value non-primary residences. The city has appealed, and the tax’s broader implementation remains unsettled.