May 13, 2026

Navy Secretary John Phelan will leave the Trump administration “effective immediately,” the Pentagon announced Wednesday, marking the latest departure of a top defense official this year. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. “On behalf of the Secretary of War and Deputy Secretary of War, we are grateful to Secretary Phelan for his service to the Department and the United States Navy,” chief Pentagon spokesperson Sean Parnell said in a statement posted on X. Parnell did not provide a reason for Phelan’s exit, but said that the new acting Navy secretary will … Read more

May 13, 2026

US military stops 9 oil tankers attempting to break Iranian blockade

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NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! The U.S. military said Wednesday it has stopped nine oil tankers from trying to break a blockade on Iranian ports. “During the first 48 hours of the U.S. blockade on ships entering and exiting Iranian ports, no vessels have made it past U.S. forces. Additionally, 9 vessels have complied with direction from U.S. forces to turn around and return toward an Iranian port or coastal area,” U.S. Central Command wrote on X. Fox News is told all nine vessels were oil tankers. None of the vessels ordered to turn around needed to … Read more

May 13, 2026

Breaking Down Arizona State’s Strengths, Weaknesses & 1 Thing That May Upset Texas A&M

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Facing the Arizona State Sun Devils in a week two non-conference matchup, the Texas A&M Aggies must prepare for a team of underdogs that won’t take the match-up lightly. Although Arizona State wasn’t much of a contender in 2025, ranking as a mid-tier Big 12 team, the Sun Devils seek to regain their former status as leaders of their conference. Head coach Mike Elko and Co. will be evaluating Arizona State’s strengths and weaknesses, and should not underestimate the power of a team desperate for an upset. Here are those strengths and weaknesses, along with one factor that could lead … Read more

May 12, 2026

U.S. aircraft carrier in Iran war expected to leave Middle East with conflict’s estimated cost at $25 billion

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Hezbollah has launched a new weapon against northern Israel in the latest round of fighting: small drones controlled with fiber-optic cables the width of dental floss that avoid electronic detection. These drones – used widely in the war in Ukraine – are small, hard to track and potentially lethal. Many drones are susceptible to electronic jamming by air defenses. Jamming can cause a drone to crash or return to its point of origin. But fiber-optic drones are not controlled remotely. They have a thin cable that connects an operator directly to the drone, making it impossible to electronically jam. The … Read more

May 12, 2026

Trump says US is reviewing troop reduction in Germany amid Merz dispute

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NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! President Donald Trump announced Wednesday the U.S. is weighing a potential drawdown of American troops in Germany, opening a new front in his escalating feud with the country’s leadership just days after he blasted Chancellor Friedrich Merz over Iran. In a Truth Social post Wednesday afternoon, Trump said the U.S. is “studying and reviewing the possible reduction of Troops in Germany.” He said a determination will be made “over the next short period of time.” The announcement comes after the president on Tuesday criticized German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, saying he “doesn’t know … Read more

May 12, 2026

AI Boom Lifts US Stocks, Strategist Sees S&P Breaking 10,000 in Three Years, How Much Longer Can This Rally Last?

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TradingKey – U.S. stocks closed at record highs again on Monday; despite growing concerns that a prolonged conflict in Iran through the summer could trigger severe economic consequences, the rally remained undeterred. Since the start of 2026, AI-related stocks have been the core pillar of the S&P 500’s gains, accounting for over 80% of the upward momentum. Veteran Wall Street investment strategist Ed Yardeni has become one of the most optimistic market forecasters, not only raising his year-end S&P 500 target from 7,700 to 8,250, but also providing a long-term outlook of hitting the 10,000 mark in three years. Better-than-expected … Read more