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Martin Smith is the founder and Editor in Chief of STL.News, STL.Directory, St. Louis Restaurant Review, STLPress.News, and USPress.News.  Smith is responsible for selecting content to be published with the help of a publishing team located around the globe.  The publishing is made possible because Smith built a proprietary network of aggregated websites to import and manage thousands of press releases via RSS feeds to create the content library used to filter and publish news articles on STL.News.  Since its beginning in February 2016, STL.News has published more than 250,000 news articles.  He is a member of the United States Press Agency (Reg. # 31659) and a Certified member of the US Press Association (Reg. # 802085479).
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Understanding War Powers in the United States: Who Decides When America Goes to War?

War powers define how the United States decides to use military force. The Constitution splits this authority between…

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Top AI Stocks in 2026: The Best Performers, Key Numbers, and How They Make Money

Artificial intelligence stocks are driving massive gains across the U.S. market in 2026. From chipmakers to cloud giants,…

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Oil Prices Suddenly Drop After 48-Hour Surge — What Happens Next in 2026

Oil prices dropped sharply after a rapid two-day surge driven by global uncertainty. Markets reacted quickly to easing…

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Gas Prices After the Iran War: Will They Fall Back or Go Even Lower?

Gas prices surged during the Iran conflict due to supply fears and risk premiums in global oil markets.…

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Top Performing U.S. Stocks in 2026: What Market Leaders Reveal About Today’s Economy

The U.S. stock market in 2026 has been driven by AI infrastructure, energy demand, and industrial growth. Top-performing…

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Iran’s Economy in Crisis: Inflation, Currency Collapse, and a Nation Under Pressure

Iran’s economy is facing one of its most severe crises in decades, with inflation soaring above 50% and…

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President Donald J. Trump’s Legacy: A Transformational Era of American Policy and Direction

President Donald J. Trump’s legacy is increasingly defined by bold policy shifts in immigration, trade, and economic strategy.…

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US Stock Market Today: April 2026 Delivers Historic Records and Momentum

The U.S. stock market delivered one of its strongest months in years during April 2026, setting multiple record…

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US Stock Market Today – Friday, May 1, 2026

Stock Market Today - U.S. stocks closed mixed today, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq reaching new highs…

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Why Gas Prices Are Rising So Fast in the United States

Gasoline prices are climbing rapidly across the United States, leaving consumers frustrated and businesses under pressure. The surge…

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Global Markets Today: Overseas Overnight Trading Snapshot Signals Rising Volatility

Global Markets Today - Overseas overnight trading showed mixed performance, with oil prices and geopolitical tensions dominating sentiment.…

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Iran Leader Surfaces as Oil Markets React to Rising Tensions

Iran’s leader has resurfaced through controlled messaging, signaling defiance amid a fragile ceasefire. Oil markets are reacting quickly,…

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Global Markets Mixed as Oil Prices Drive Overnight Trading Activity

Global financial markets delivered a cautious and uneven performance overnight, as rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions shaped…

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Oil Prices Surge Above $125: Global Markets Brace for Economic Shock

Oil prices have surged past $125 per barrel as geopolitical tensions disrupt global supply chains. The spike is…

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Missouri Ranks #9 Nationally for Senior Motorcycle Crash Rate, Crashes Up 57.8%

KEY HIGHLIGHTS  Missouri ranks #9 nationally for senior motorcycle crashes with 187.04 per million residents aged 65+. Senior…

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