Opinion - Page 84

November 26

This Black Friday, don’t let ‘Swipeflation’ swipe $1,400 of your holiday cash

Credit card swipe fees hit a record $187 billion in 2024, costing every household $1,400 extra as Black Friday shoppers face hidden charges on purchases.

November 26

The virtue America forgot: Why gratitude still matters for our national character

Thanksgiving tradition of national gratitude runs deep in American spirit, yet schools increasingly skip teaching appreciation for country's achievements, authors observe.

November 26

US needs to break China’s supply chain chokehold to win the tech race

China's control over critical supply chains threatens U.S. national security in artificial intelligence, quantum computing and biotechnology sectors.

November 26

Saudi Arabia is new front line as US faces down Iran, China and Russia's ambitions

Trump-Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman White House meeting signals diplomatic reset after strained ties following Khashoggi murder and regional challenges.

November 25

My walk across America is a lesson in gratitude and giving thanks

To every American who has met me on this walk on the urban streets, back roads, country roads, front porches and church steps, I say it from the bottom of my heart: thank you.

November 25

'Hugely exciting' ring found in English countryside may have link to infamous plot, heads to auction

A 16th-century gold ring linked to the infamous Gunpowder Plot goes to auction this month. It's expected to fetch £12,000 after being found near Robert Catesby's birthplace.

November 25

The American Dream isn’t dead, but each one of us needs to help it to thrive

Individual Americans, not politicians, hold the key to restoring our nation's direction

November 25

LIZ PEEK: Trump must get his mojo back — or kiss 2026 goodbye

President Trump faces critical eight-month window to reverse slipping poll numbers and save GOP House majority before 2026 midterms threaten his agenda.

November 25

MORNING GLORY: MLB Commissioner Manfred — don’t do the obvious thing

Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred must decide the fate of a pair of Cleveland Guardians pitchers accused of gambling violations.

November 24

JONATHAN TURLEY: From lawfare to lawflop: Trump case dies, but could rise again

Indictments against Trump antagonists James Comey and Letitia James dismissed as legal challenges over selective prosecution continue in federal court.