Iran war has cost $25B, Pentagon says. And, SCOTUS strikes blow to Voting Rights Act Hegseth Defends Iran War, Powell Stays On As Fed Chair, SCOTUS Voting Rights Case Good morning. You're reading the Up First newsletter. Subscribe here to get it delivered to your inbox, and listen to the Up First podcast for all the news you need to start...

As fuel prices continue to rise, Iran war drives Europe toward new crisis As fuel prices continue to rise, Iran war drives Europe toward new crisis Audio will be available later today. As fuel protests bring Ireland to a standstill and UK leaders decry price hikes driven by the Iran war, Europe — barely recovered from the energy...

Here's Exactly How Much Coffee to Pack in a Shot of Espresso Those simple pleasures, like perfectly brewed coffee and creamy espresso, help us get through the dreary doldrums of winter. These cold months, when many of us are cooped up indoors, are as good a time as any to perfect your home barista skills.We've discussed the nuances of brewing drip coffee, and hopefully, you're using...

Trump's 'Golden Dome' to cost $1.2tn, watchdog estimatesGetty ImagesPresident Donald Trump's futuristic "Golden Dome" missile defence system will cost about $1.2 ​tn (£882bn) to develop, deploy and operate over two decades, a new report from the nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office estimates.That figure is significantly higher than the initial sum of $175bn (£129.25bn) that had been...

This week, Nintendo revealed an exciting new bundle featuring the Switch 2 console along with a game called "Pokémon Pokopia." However, there's a catch: this special offer is only available to customers in Australia and New Zealand. Fans in other regions will have to wait or find alternative ways to get their hands on this new package. The Switch 2 is expected to bring enhanced gaming...