U.S. applications for unemployment benefits fell last week as layoffs remain sparse despite a softening labor market and rising energy costs due to the Iran war.
The Braves completed their first homestand, taking series from the Royals and Athletics to start the season 4-2 — quite a bit better than the 0-7 start of 2025.
Britain has accused Iran of holding the world’s economy hostage, as diplomats from more than 40 countries held talks on ways of reopening the Strait of Hormuz.
Pakistan confirms it is holding peace talks with Afghanistan's Taliban government in China. Beijing is mediating to broker a ceasefire after weeks of deadly fighting.
As lawmakers haggle over the final details of Georgia’s $38.5 billion budget, Kemp remains especially protective of the state’s still‑buoyant — if shrinking — surplus.
