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The 2026 Iran war disrupts global trade and increases regional tensions: On May 5, 2026, the United States declared the conclusion of the offensive phase of its military campaign against Iran, even as Washington and Tehran continued to exchange threats over control and navigation through the Strait of Hormuz.; People & Events 2026-08-21 21:45 Jayden Lee

US gas prices surge in 2026: what’s causing it?: By April 30, 2026, the U.S. national average price of regular gasoline had risen by 27 cents in one week, reaching $4.30 per gallon, according to AAA.; People & Events 2026-08-21 21:40 Jayden Lee

American authority restricts indefinite stay in the states for academic purpose: On July 16, 2026, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced a publication of a new policy stating that the “duration of status,” which has allowed foreign students, exchange visitors, and media representatives to remain in the United States for an unspecified period of time without specific regulation from the authority, will be officially eliminated.; People & Events 2026-08-13 20:30 Heo Younjae

For workers with disabilities, returning to the office can be a health risk: On July 10, 2026, the United States District Judge ordered the United States Department of Justice to restore remote work accommodations for two employees with disabilities while their lawsuits are still pending.; People & Events 2026-08-08 07:14 Daniel Moon

Michelle Steel assumed her post as the 26th U.S. ambassador to Korea: On July 30th, Michelle Steel, a former member of the U.S. House of Representatives for California, officially assumed her post as the 26th U.S. ambassador to Korea, ending an 18-month diplomatic vacancy followed by the departure of Phillip Goldberg in 2025.; People & Events 2026-08-07 20:20 MinSeop (Mason) Kim

U.S. experiences a salmonella outbreak linked to shell eggs: As of July 23, 2026, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is investigating a new salmonella outbreak, according to Food Safety News.; People & Events 2026-08-05 03:00 Chloe Yeona Choi

Dismissal of chief ICC prosecutor brings questions to internal credibility: On July 24, 2026, the International Criminal Court removed its chief prosecutor, Karim Khan, for the first time in its 24-year history due to findings of serious misconduct, marking an unprecedented moment for the institution.; People & Events 2026-08-03 02:28 Chaewon Lee

Global hunger declines, but world food divide deepens: On July 21st, the United Nations released its annual State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World to assess the latest global trends in world hunger, food security, and nutrition.; People & Events 2026-08-02 00:36 Jiwoo Bang

Deaths confirmed from Legionnaires’ disease in New York City: As of July 24, 2026, five deaths, seven hospitalized, and 63 discharged, a total of 88 cases, have been reported during New York City’s recent Upper East Side Legionnaires’ disease outbreak, according to the NYC Health Department.; People & Events 2026-07-27 18:46 Yuna Cho

Microsoft to layoff 4,800 employees: Microsoft announced on July 6th that it will layoff about 4,800 employees, primarily from its Xbox division, which operates the company's popular video game console.; People & Events 2026-07-24 01:42 Jason Kim