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Trump administration approves $2.8 billion weapons sale to Israel

Trump administration approves $2.8 billion weapons sale to Israel

The Trump administration is planning to deliver powerful 2,000-pound bombs to Israel as part of an upcoming arms deal. The $2.8 billion package includes 40,000 of the bombs, made up of 20,000 Mk84s and 20,000 BLU-117s. That's according to two U.S. officials a…

The News Flicker·September 15, 2026

CBO says Iran war has cost the US more than $38B

CBO says Iran war has cost the US more than $38B

The war against Iran has cost the U.S. more than $38 billion through Aug. 1 and will continue to cost up to $3 billion a month or more. That’s the assessment Tuesday by the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office. The budget office said the war will contribut…

The News Flicker·September 15, 2026

Mail balloting to continue as usual in midterm elections

Mail balloting to continue as usual in midterm elections

The U.S. Supreme Court has rejected President Donald Trump's attempt to limit mail voting by imposing new Postal Service regulations for the midterm elections. The decision announced late Monday allows mail voting to continue as usual. It also suggests that t…

The News Flicker·September 15, 2026

Emmy Awards 2026: Key moments and speech highlights

Emmy Awards 2026: Key moments and speech highlights

The Emmy Awards are underway, with “The Pitt” and “Widow’s Bay” generating buzz for top prizes. The ceremony also honors anniversaries of “Buffy the Vampire Slayer” and “Charlie’s Angels.” Mariska Hargitay kicked off the show with a lively pre-taped bit featu…

The News Flicker·September 14, 2026