As energy costs rise, some states back off ambitious climate goals

ALBANY, N.Y. — Seven years ago, New York lawmakers set ambitious goals for slashing greenhouse gas emissions with clarion calls about saving the future. Now, with slow progress made and political realities shifting, Gov. Kathy Hochul is seeking a delay, saying she wants to save consumers money. Times have “ radically changed,” Hochul said, since … Read more

Border czar Homan fires back at Pope Leo, explains what Vatican leaders ‘don’t know’ about immigration

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! President Donald Trump’s border czar, Tom Homan, revealed that he would “welcome” a discussion with Pope Leo XIV amid the administration’s ongoing spat with the Vatican over disagreements on immigration policy and the Iran conflict. Differing from Vice President JD Vance, who said that “in some cases … Read more

What could mortgage interest rates look like by the end of 2026? Here’s what some experts predict.

There are multiple factors to consider when determining the direction of mortgage interest rates in 2026. Sorapop Udomsri/Sorapop/Getty Images Despite some declines at the start of 2026, mortgage rates have been on their way up in recent weeks.  In early March, the average rate on 30-year mortgages was just 5.75%, according to Zillow data. As … Read more

FDA to weigh easing limits on unproven peptides favored by RFK Jr.

WASHINGTON — WASHINGTON (AP) — The Food and Drug Administration will hold a meeting this summer to consider easing restrictions on more than a half dozen peptide injections, a group of unapproved therapies that have become popular among wellness influencers, fitness gurus and celebrities. The meeting announcement Wednesday follows repeated pledges by Health Secretary Robert … Read more

Johnson faces GOP revolt over warrantless surveillance powers ahead of key vote

Speaker Johnson slams Democrats on DHS funding, highlights ‘no tax on tips’ benefit House Speaker Mike Johnson blasts Democrats for refusing to fund the Department of Homeland Security, criticizing them for leaving 98,000 workers unpaid and causing airport delays. Delta Airlines CEO Ed Bastian echoed frustrations, halting congressional perks. Johnson championed the new ‘No Tax … Read more

Eighth grade student kills 4, wounds 20 in second Turkey school shooting in 2 days

A student who was about 13 years old opened fire at random in a Turkish school Wednesday, killing four people and wounding 20 a day after a shooter injured 16 people and then killed himself in another school, officials said. A teacher and three students were killed in the latest attack, said Kahramanmaras province governor … Read more