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Hormuz chaos sparks warning: China could strangle Taiwan without firing a shot

TAIWAN April 14, 2026

Hormuz chaos sparks warning: China could strangle Taiwan without firing a shot

China may not need to invade Taiwan to spark a global economic crisis, experts warn, citing the island's dominance in advanced semiconductor production.

Students flee from Turkey high school during shooting

VIDEO April 14, 2026

Students flee from Turkey high school during shooting

Students run out of vocational high school in Siverek, Turkey, after gunman opened fire on Tuesday, April 14, 2026. (Credit: IHA/AP)

Trump’s McDonald’s order comes with cash surprise for ‘DoorDash Grandma’ outside White House

Jobs April 13, 2026

Trump’s McDonald’s order comes with cash surprise for ‘DoorDash Grandma’ outside White House

President Trump received a McDonald's delivery from a DoorDash driver in the Oval Office and tipped her $100 while promoting his no tax on tips policy.

China says it will resume some ties with Taiwan after visit by opposition leader

China April 13, 2026

China says it will resume some ties with Taiwan after visit by opposition leader

China says it will restore some ties with Taiwan, including direct flights and aquaculture imports, following a visit by opposition leader Cheng Li-wun.

‘Gate of Tears’ at risk: Iran threatens major new global chokepoint if US moves on Hormuz

Middle East April 12, 2026

‘Gate of Tears’ at risk: Iran threatens major new global chokepoint if US moves on Hormuz

Senior Middle East advisor warns Iran could use Houthi proxies to blockade the Bab al-Mandeb strait if the U.S. blocks the Strait of Hormuz.

No retreat at Hormuz — Iran must not control the world’s energy lifeline

Opinion April 10, 2026

No retreat at Hormuz — Iran must not control the world’s energy lifeline

A comprehensive sanctions regime including China is needed to deter Iran from weaponizing the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global trade artery.

Court poised to block Trump tariffs again, teeing up new fight

Donald Trump April 10, 2026

Court poised to block Trump tariffs again, teeing up new fight

The trade court could stymie Trump's revived tariff efforts — dealing another blow the president on a matter he described as 'life or death' for the U.S. economy.

Iran’s Hormuz pressure campaign: Expert warns of maritime law violations

VIDEO April 10, 2026

Iran’s Hormuz pressure campaign: Expert warns of maritime law violations

UC Berkeley law professor John Yoo comments on the Strait of Hormuz, international maritime law and more on ‘America Reports.’

Tourist chaos erupts as cherry blossom festival is shut down, officials triple tax to curb crowds

Travel April 9, 2026

Tourist chaos erupts as cherry blossom festival is shut down, officials triple tax to curb crowds

Japan will triple its international tourist tax starting July 1 as the country battles overtourism issues while still aiming for 60 million inbound visitors by 2030.

Strait of Hormuz reopening efforts in possible limbo as Iran alleges ceasefire violations

VIDEO April 8, 2026

Strait of Hormuz reopening efforts in possible limbo as Iran alleges ceasefire violations

‘The Story’ anchor Martha MacCallum discusses disputed reports the Strait of Hormuz is closing again and President Donald Trump’s strategy with Iran on ‘America Reports.’