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Empty shelves? Tariffs are about to hit US shoppers in a variety of ways.The new levies are like a slow-motion wave that’s about to break – causing U.S. consumers to experience higher prices and out-of-stock items.
Destroyed by LA fires, this community is showing how to rebound – and rebuildThe first property in Altadena, California, to start rebuilding after the wildfires offers hope, despite hurdles. Officials have eased permitting, and locals are acting fast.
Set in bronze: Dawn Staley statue honors her basketball legacy, and her missionThe newly unveiled statue in Columbia, South Carolina, honoring decorated athlete and coach Dawn Staley represents her basketball legacy, as well as her ongoing fight for equality.
Trump shuffles his Cabinet: Waltz moves to UN, Rubio will do double duty for nowPresident Trump removed his embattled national security adviser, but kept him in his Cabinet, in his first major shake-up of top roles since Inauguration Day.
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In the new Medal of Honor museum, courage lives in every roomWhat makes someone courageous? The Monitor spoke with Chris Cassidy, one of the leaders of the National Medal of Honor Museum, about recipients of the U.S. award – and how available courage is to everyone.
The ExplainerWhat happens if a judge charges the Trump administration with ‘contempt’?What do a court’s contempt charges actually mean? If President Donald Trump and his administration are found guilty, consequences may be hard to enforce.
US soldiers left Vietnam 50 years ago. How do these nations cooperate now?As America marks the Vietnam War’s 50th anniversary, both nations continue to seek ways to partner beyond the legacy of a complicated conflict.
FocusSupreme Court case would allow religious charter schools. Why charters object.The Supreme Court will hear a case Wednesday that would establish the first religious charter school in the U.S. Opponents include advocates for charter schools and some conservative Christians.
100 days of Trump unleashed: Big moves, but long-term impact unknownPresident Donald Trump’s second term has put plenty on the line after 100 days. A lesson Mr. Trump learned from his first term is to be more aggressive in pursuit of goals.
For thousands abused as juveniles, LA County’s historic settlement opens new eraLA County supervisors are expected to approve a $4 billion settlement to thousands of survivors of alleged sexual abuse in juvenile centers. The largest such settlement in U.S. history includes an apology and validation of the harm done.
Disarray at Pentagon puts spotlight on civilian leadership’s crucial roleMany U.S. military officials welcome the idea of strategic reforms. But they worry now about upheaval without strong civilian leadership.
When government promises are broken, how is trust restored?What can history tell us about the social contract between the U.S. government and the American people? Our columnist interviews author Justene Hill Edwards about the Reconstruction-era Freedman’s Bank.
‘Make America Healthy Again’: A movement rallies around RFK Jr.’s agendaRFK Jr.’s Make America Healthy Again initiatives are controversial, but tap into a postpandemic skepticism of the medical establishment and a desire for more natural solutions.
What USAID cuts mean for Peru as it battles cartels on coca, gold tradePeru received $135 million in USAID funding in 2024. Substantial contributions were for areas ranging from democratic governance to minority rights.
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Russia and the US seem near a Ukraine peace deal. Kyiv’s role may be moot.
Cover StoryAs war with Russia drags on, Ukrainians wage parallel ‘revolution of dignity’
At Israeli protest for hostage release, Gaza’s children are in spotlight now, too
The ExplainerWhat happens if a judge charges the Trump administration with ‘contempt’?
Disarray at Pentagon puts spotlight on civilian leadership’s crucial role
