Trump says US and Iran are talking. His claim is eliciting market cheers and plenty of skepticism  AP News Iran war live: Tehran says Trump’s peace… [more]

Markwayne Mullin confirmed as Department of Homeland Security head  BBC Mullin Confirmed to Lead Homeland Security Dept.  The New York Times Markwayne Mullin confirmed as next DHS… [more]

Oil rises with Brent crossing $100 a barrel again as Middle East tensions keep traders on edge  CNBC Oil back above $100 as conflicting reports emerge… [more]

Australia and EU strike free trade deal  DW.com More Australian beef headed for Europe under new trade deal  BBC Australia and EU seal trade deal, seek to… [more]

Worst Hawaii flooding in 20 years leaves some homes in mud as recovery begins: “We lost everything”  CBS News Governor requests federal support as Kona low… [more]

Here’s what to know as the scope of damage from Hawaii’s floods becomes clearer  AP News Governor requests federal support as Kona low flooding spreads across… [more]

Trump news at a glance: president touts ‘strong talks’ with Iran that Iran says have not happened  The Guardian Iran war live: Tehran says Trump’s peace… [more]

U.S. sent Iran a message through mediators as Trump signals he’s open to a deal, Iranian official says  CBS News Iran war live: Tehran says Trump’s… [more]

Senate confirms Mullin as DHS secretary  Axios Markwayne Mullin Confirmed as Homeland Security Secretary  The New York Times Markwayne Mullin confirmed as next DHS secretary  NBC News Markwayne… [more]

Iranians grieving over school missile strike express rage at U.S., Trump  NBC News Negligence in Action: The U.S. Attack on an Iranian School  The American Prospect Trump… [more]