Stories from April 9, 2026

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A petroleum analyst expects "some form of relief at the gas pump" despite Strait of Hormuz concerns.

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A new report shows global democracy improving, but the U.S. rating has declined.

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A U.S. soldier states his unit was "unprepared" for a drone strike in Kuwait that killed six service members.

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A federal judge dismissed another DOJ lawsuit seeking voter data, this time in Massachusetts.

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The husband of a missing American is being questioned in the Bahamas regarding his wife's disappearance.

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The IRS reports a 24% increase in tax refunds compared to the previous administration.

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A new report indicates security spending for political campaigns has increased fivefold over the past decade.

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The US government is considering new restrictions on Chinese telecommunications companies.

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Justice Sotomayor stated the Trump administration's emergency Supreme Court appeals are "unprecedented."

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An 18-year-old student lost an eye after being hit by a projectile during a 'No Kings' protest in Los Angeles.

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Anthropic is testing a powerful new AI model, Mythos, which the company warns could cause widespread disruption.

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A judge barred the Trump administration from ending protected status for Ethiopians.