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A Note on “Currency” in Colonial America
In studying history, it is key to avoid definitional anachronism—failing to note how a word has changed over time and assuming the present meaning was the same in the past. This is often the case with the word currency as used in colonial America.
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Apr 27, 2026 / Tyler Durden
US Has No Plan To Renew Iranian, Russian Oil Waivers, Bessent Says
US Has No Plan To Renew Iranian, Russian Oil Waivers, Bessent Says
Authored by Kimberley Hayek via The Epoch Times,
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on April 24 that the United States will not renew the sanctions waivers that enabled buyers to take delivery of Iranian and Russian crude already loaded on tankers at sea.
Bessent said a one-time license covering Iranian oil on the water would not be extended, calling it “totally off the table.” The parallel waiver for Russian oil and petroleum products will also be allowed to end,...
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Jul 15, 2026 / Kyle Anzalone
Iran to Vance: Witkoff, Kushner Undermining Negotiations for Financial Gain
Iranian officials told Vice President JD Vance that President Donald Trump’s lead negotiators, Jared Kushner and Steve Witkoff, were exploiting their role for financial gain. Drop Site News reported on Wednesday, speaking with an Iranian official who explained the message was conveyed to Vance during a meeting in June. They additionally warned the Vice President […]
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Jul 15, 2026 / Tyler Durden
Trump Says Strikes To Expand Next Week After Iran Declares 'No Plans' For Talks
Trump Says Strikes To Expand Next Week After Iran Declares 'No Plans' For Talks
Summary
Trump threatens wider strikes unless Iran returns to talks - says attacks to 'expand' next week.
Wednesday saw 5th strait day of US bombardment on chiefly Iranian coastal sites.
Iran hits US-Gulf bases and warns on regional oil exports, says it is in 'control' of Hormuz Strait.
No evidence de-escalation: Tehran rejects talks and vows more retaliation.
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Trump: Strikes Will 'Expand'
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