Washington

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Gates is appearing voluntarily in Washington, saying he welcomes the opportunity to answer questions about his relationship with the disgraced financier before the House Oversight Committee.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The Apache helicopter is the second crewed aircraft that Washington has confirmed was shot down by Iran during the war, following the loss of an F-15 fighter plane in April.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Both Washington and Moscow were humbled in foreign wars in the past.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

“A government stake can signal alignment with national priorities and creates a dynamic where Washington shares in the downside risk,” Shah writes.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

There was a boy named Calvin who told me his favorite thing in the world was homework, and then he grinned real big at Ms. Washington.

From "Ida B" by Katherine Hannigan