A lagoon harbor on O‘ahu, Hawaii, west of Honolulu, central to U.S. naval history
Recent reporting shows Donald Trump has publicly labeled Democrats and candidates allied with democratic socialism as “communists,” arguing this stance threatens religion and the American way of life. He cites New York primary victories by Mamdani-backed progressives as evidence of a leftward shift, while analysts warn the tactic risks conflating democratic socialism with communism.
A coordinated U.S.-Japan intervention in late July has only temporarily strengthened the yen. The currency has given back roughly half the gains from the operation and is trading near ¥159–¥160 to the dollar as of mid-August. Analysts say the yield gap between U.S. and Japanese debt and Japan's domestic policy mix are keeping downward pressure on the yen.
The imperial house has seen renewed debate as a government move on succession and a clothing ban at a war shrine prompts protests and international concern ahead of a wartime anniversary.
A new analysis shows that Americans’ memories of 9/11 diverge along personal, political and regional lines, even after a quarter-century. The piece follows survivors, families and younger generations, revealing how policies, culture and memory shape what the tragedy means today.
A 9/11 25th-anniversary feature analyzes how U.S. society has shifted in security, politics and daily life, showing diverse experiences across communities and generations without a single, shared narrative.