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The upper middle class is now the largest income group in the U.S. -- America's middle class is shrinking, but not because people are getting poorer. Instead, more households are climbing the ladder, new research suggests.
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Iran war to throttle oil flows even if Strait of Hormuz reopens soon -- Shipping companies would take at least two months to resume operations in the Persian Gulf following a ceasefire in the region, according to the Eurasia Group.2 hours ago
New details about Epstein's lenient plea deal revealed in DOJ files -- While Epstein was on work release from a Florida jail nearly 20 years ago, he had sex in a vehicle in the prison parking lot, according to a FBI interview.4 hours ago
Social media driving teens toward steroids, extreme body transformations -- Behind some of the viral physiques lies a troubling trend: the use of a powerful drug never approved for humans.5 hours ago
Trump, top officials share new details of rescue of U.S. airmen from Iran -- President Trump and top national security officials shed new light on the daring rescues of two American airmen who were shot down over Iran last week.3 hours ago
Supreme Court clears path for dismissal of Steve Bannon's conviction -- The Supreme Court issued an order that paves the way for Steve Bannon to have his contempt of Congress conviction dismissed.8 hours ago
Artemis II crew breaks distance record, begins moon flyby -- Artemis II astronauts are making history as they travel farther from Earth than any humans in history and conduct a moon flyby.31 minutes ago
Mysterious pod of killer whales never seen before visits Seattle -- Three orcas that had not previously been recorded in the Seattle area have delighted whale watchers with several visits.11 hours ago
Inside the daring mission to rescue a U.S. airman downed in Iran -- The U.S. sent over 150 aircraft to beat Iranian forces in the race to find the missing F-15E weapons systems officer.6 hours ago
4 killed in Alabama car crash during pursuit by state trooper -- The driver was trying to elude the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency's highway patrol on a rural road in southeast Alabama's Pike County when the crash occurred late Friday night. -- Apr 53 hours ago
Full transcript of "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," April 5, 2026 -- On this "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" broadcast, NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman and retired Gen. Frank McKenzie join Ed O'Keefe. -- Apr 53 hours ago
Artemis II crew take new photo of far side of the moon -- The crew of NASA's Artemis II mission captured a new image of the far side of the moon, which the agency released Sunday.1 day ago
What NASA is looking for in the coming days as Artemis II loops around the moon -- NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman outlined the most critical moments he expects in the coming days as Artemis II astronauts continue their journey around the far side of the moon.1 day ago
Secret Service investigating overnight gunfire near White House -- No injuries were reported and a suspect was not located following a search of the area, the Secret Service said. -- Apr 59 hours ago
See which stores are open and closed for Easter 2026 -- Some major retailers and other stores will close their doors on Easter, so it's best to plan ahead. Here's what to know. -- Apr 513 hours ago