Regional diplomats suspect the Chinese embassy in Antigua may function as an intelligence base. China aims to isolate Taiwan and expand its influence, while the U.S. plans to enhance its diplomatic presence in the Caribbean. US Firepower Reaches 'Historic' New Location Amid China Tensions , it will have its own customs and immigration formalities, a shipping port, and a dedicated airline and will be able to issue passports. It will establish businesses offering everything from logistics to cryptocurrencies and facial surgery to "virology." China's rapid expansion in Antigua, Barbuda, and other ..read more

However, Andrii Kulchytskyi, head of the Scientific Research Institute, told Ukrainian news outlet Suspilne that the Zircon missile "is far from ready for combat" and claimed Kyiv could intercept it as it "fly in the wrong direction" and “cannot be compared to the warheads of such missiles as (Khinzhal) Kh-101 and Kh-22." Satellite Photo Shows Russian Black Sea Fleet Upgrades ..read more

Voting on the bills will be done on Friday, with a final passage vote expected on Saturday. If they pass, they will then be combined into one amendment before being sent to the Senate. MAGA Tears Into Mike Johnson: 'False Prophets ..read more

The final five alternates will be selected today. A hearing will also likely happen regarding what prosecutors can discuss about Trump's legal history. Opening arguments are set to start on Monday. The trial is expected to last six weeks. Donald Trump Gets Bad Legal News From D.C. While in New York Court that there are several surprises in the panel selected to serve on the case ..read more

The U.S., European Union, and G7 group all subsequently announced plans to tighten sanctions on Iran in the hope that it would persuade Israel not to react militarily. Russia Calls on UN to Sanction Israel ..read more

Presently, the practice is only allowed in four states, though if a couple moves, these marriages are typically recognized in other states. All the Tools for a Healthy Relationship, From a Psychologist for 30 Year Here are the conditions required for marriage in other states ..read more

Rhode Island Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse has proposed a court ethics code requiring justices to provide more information about potential conflicts of interest and to explain their recusal decisions to the public. Whitehouse's Supreme Court Ethics, Recusal, and Transparency Act cleared the Senate Judiciary Committee. Still, the Democrat-backed bill has little chance of approval by a Republican-controlled House and closely divided Senate. Supreme Court Ethics Code Backfires Immediately ..read more

After a two-week recess, members of Congress return to Washington this week and could vote on the $60 billion Ukraine aid package soon, Greene said on Monday. Marjorie Taylor Greene Rages Over Mexico's Migrant Plan: 'This Is a War ..read more

The case is set to appear before the Supreme Court on April 25, as Trump presses to have the indictment dismissed on claims that he's shielded from facing criminal charges for actions he took while serving in the White House. Trump Immunity Claim Could 'Inject Chaos' Into Military: Retired Generals ..read more

It is unclear how fast mortgage rates decline. Part of the reason rates have been elevated is the Federal Reserve hiking rates to two-decade highs to battle inflation. Mortgage experts say buyers are waiting for rates to drop before they plunge into homeownership. The Federal Reserve has signaled that it may slash borrowing costs this year, but the cut timeline is unclear. Should that happen, it could lead to a drop in mortgage rates, which lenders expect. Home Sales Collapse in Several States ..read more