Leaders from the United States, Japan and the Philippines convened for their inaugural trilateral summit, marking a significant commitment to fostering a free, open and secure Indo-Pacific region. They announced several initiatives to strengthen economic ties, technological advancements, and security collaborations. Notably they introduced the Luzon Economic Corridor aimed at enhancing connectivity and infrastructure in…

With Israel on alert for an attack from Iran, the U.S. sents over a top military commander in a show of support. O.J. Simpson passed away at age 76, sparking mixed reactions. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Friday, April 12, 2024. US sends top commander to Israel ahead of expected attack…

Prominent figures come together at the White House as President Joe Biden hosts a state dinner for the Japanese Prime Minister, and outrage from Democrats over the Arizona Supreme Court’s abortion ruling leads to shouting in the state house. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Thursday, April 11, 2024. Biden hosts state…

Hundreds of cherry trees will be ripped out of the Tidal Basin in Washington, D.C., this summer as construction begins on a crumbling seawall. However, Japan is stepping up to the plate to replace some of the trees lost in the removal process. During a visit to the White House on Wednesday, April 10, Japanese…

Declining birth rates throughout much of Western Europe and America, and in other developed nations like Japan, have alarmed social scientists. Concern is most acute in nations where a shrinking workforce will be expected to pay for the rising costs of a much larger retiring population. But on the opposite end of this spectrum, rapid…

Toyota is revamping its 4Runner SUV in nearly 15 years and introducing a hybrid engine option for the first time. The 2025 model’s hybrid option reflects the growing popularity of hybrids, with their market share nearly doubling to almost 10% at the end of 2023, according to Edmunds.com. Toyota announced last week that U.S. auto sales…

The Arizona Supreme Court ruled a Civil War-era law banning nearly all abortions can be enforced. Toyota announced a major change to its 4Runner SUV. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, April 10, 2024. Arizona Supreme Court rules near-total abortion ban is enforceable The Arizona State Supreme Court has upheld an…

Several people are dead in the strongest earthquake to hit Taiwan in 25 years, and the future of Disney will be decided today in a boardroom vote. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, April 3, 2024. Several dead after major earthquake rocks Taiwan At least nine people have died and more…

Japan raised interest rates for the first time since 2007 from -0.1% to a range of 0%- 0.1%, ending an era of negative interest rates that was initiated years ago to help stimulate its struggling economy. The move came in response to rising inflation and wages. Straight Arrow News contributor Peter Zeihan argues that while…

Indianapolis, Indiana, is known for many things: the Indy 500, being the birthplace of actor Brendan Fraser and talk show host David Letterman, and the home of the Peyton Manning-led Super Bowl XVI champion Colts. But now the town whose nicknames include Circle City and the Crossroads of America is seeking a new title: the…