Tax expert warns US midterms could set up 2027 debt limit standoff between Trump and Democrats

US President Donald Trump faces a possible debt limit standoff with Democrats in 2027. (Pexel/Representative image) (Pexel)

The US debt limit could become a major issue in Washington in 2027, potentially setting up a political standoff between the Donald Trump administration and Democrats. In an exclusive interview with HT.com, Andrew Lautz, Senior Director of Federal Policy at the Tax Foundation, said the US is likely to reach its debt limit sometime in … Read more

North Korea warns of stronger response to US hostility: KCNA

North Korea warns of stronger response to US 'hostility': KCNA

The powerful sister of North Korea’s leader is warning the United States that her country will mount a stronger response to Washington’s “invariable hostile policy” toward Pyongyang, the state news agency KCNA reported Wednesday. North Korea warns of stronger response to US ‘hostility’: KCNA “In the present reality when new records are being set in … Read more

Andrew Lautz, tax expert, warns US businesses face partisan tug-of-war over taxes and tariffs as midterm Election Day looms

Andrew Lautz, Senior Director of Federal Policy at the Tax Foundation, discusses US business tax uncertainty ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. (Andrew Lautz)

US businesses are facing uncertainty about future tax rules as the country prepares for the November midterm elections. The election results could affect decisions on taxes, tariffs, government spending and business rules. Andrew Lautz, Senior Director of Federal Policy at the Tax Foundation, said in an exclusive interview with HT.com that US businesses are caught … Read more

Kylie Arellano update: Missing Utah teen found safe in Oregon after 17 months search; FBI warns against Gore Groups as man arrested

After Kylie Arellano was found alive in Oregon following more than 500 days missing, FBI Director Kash Patel reiterated the bureau’s commitment to combating online child exploitation networks.

The FBI has vowed to crack down on online “gore groups” accused of targeting and exploiting children, following the discovery of a missing 17-year-old girl who was found alive in Oregon after more than 500 days. After Kylie Arellano was found alive in Oregon following more than 500 days missing, FBI Director Kash Patel reiterated … Read more

Tucker Carlson warns Trump's 'nuclear strike' in Iran's Pickax Mountain will make World War III 'inevitable'

Tucker Carlson (L) and Donald Trump (R). (File Photos)

Former Fox News host and conservative host Tucker Carlson has made an explosive claim on Sunday night about Donald Trump and Israel PM Benjamin Netanyahu’s next course of action in Iran. Nearly 24 hours since the post first hit X, it remains a major point of discussion, especially with the midterm elections being just days … Read more

US Embassy in Saudi Arabia warns citizens of possible Houthi attacks, airport disruptions amid rising tensions

People inspect damage following an airstrike, reportedly carried out by Saudi Arabia, that targeted the Asr district of Yemen's Houthi-held capital Sanaa on October 24, 2026. (Photo by Mohammed HUWAIS / AFP) (AFP)

Riyadh [Saudi Arabia], November 3 (ANI): The US Embassy in Saudi Arabia has issued a security alert for American citizens, warning of potential attacks on airports, airspace closures and flight disruptions amid escalating hostilities involving Iran-backed Houthi forces and Saudi Arabia. People inspect damage following an airstrike, reportedly carried out by Saudi Arabia, that targeted … Read more

'Next war could last longer': Iran warns US as Trump hints at fresh strikes

Iran has warned of a longer war if the US launches fresh attacks. (REUTERS)

Iran warned on Sunday that any renewed war with the United States could last longer than the previous round of fighting, after President Donald Trump said he still had to “take care” of more targets. Iran has warned of a longer war if the US launches fresh attacks. (REUTERS) Diplomatic efforts to end the Middle … Read more

Terrorism is 'red line': Pak tells Afghan as it warns of action against cross-border threats

Terrorism is 'red line': Pak tells Afghan as it warns of action against cross-border threats

Islamabad, Pakistan has warned Afghanistan that it reserves the right to take all necessary measures to eliminate cross-border terror threats, asserting that terrorism remains a “red line” and its national security cannot be held hostage to the Taliban regime’s “inaction”. Terrorism is ‘red line’: Pak tells Afghan as it warns of action against cross-border threats … Read more

Iran warns US, Israel of 'immediate' retaliation if attacks resume

Iran warned Trump and Netanyahu against fresh attacks, threatening immediate retaliation and a wider regional conflict. (AP Photo/Vahid Salemi) (AP Photo/Vahid Salemi)

Iran’s supreme leader on Saturday warned the United States and Israel fresh attacks following their threats to resume their strikes after crucial elections, as fears increased over a return to fighting. Iran warned Trump and Netanyahu against fresh attacks, threatening immediate retaliation and a wider regional conflict. (AP Photo/Vahid Salemi) (AP Photo/Vahid Salemi) US President … Read more

Old Farmer's Almanac warns of changing US weather in November 1-10 forecast

Thanksgiving Old Farmer’s Almanac map (almanac.com)

The Old Farmer’s Almanac has shared its weather forecast for November. It gives a picture of what weather to expect across the United States in the coming month. Here is what it says for the first 10 days. Thanksgiving Old Farmer’s Almanac map (almanac.com) How the Almanac makes its forecast The Almanac’s long-range forecast shows … Read more