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A disturbing surge in deaths within the custody of U.S. immigration authorities has triggered widespread alarm among human rights groups,
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Boston’s Logan Airport has unveiled a cutting-edge technology system to measure and provide real-time estimates of TSA wait times, aiming to reduce stress and improve the travel experience for millions of passengers each year.
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Nicholas Brendon, the talented actor who played Xander Harris on Buffy the Vampire Slayer, has died at 54, shocking fans and former co-stars who are paying tribute to his legacy and iconic performance on the hit TV show.
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A federal judge has declared the Pentagon’s press restrictions unconstitutional, citing a violation of the First Amendment and marking a major victory for The New York Times and the principles of press freedom, with significant implications for the relationship between the government and the media.
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Elon Musk has been found liable for misleading Twitter shareholders through two tweets during his attempted $44 billion acquisition of the platform, with a federal jury ruling that his actions were intentional and fraudulent.
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The United States has imposed sanctions on a global financial network suspected of providing financial support to Hezbollah, a foreign terrorist organization, in a move aimed at disrupting the group’s financial operations and combating terrorism.
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The United States is seeking to establish a rare earths partnership with Brazil to decrease its reliance on China for these critical minerals, but Brazil’s hesitation poses a significant challenge to this effort, which aims to diversify the US supply chain and reduce its dependence on Chinese imports.
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The Trump administration has taken the unprecedented step of bypassing Congress to push through $23 billion in arms sales to Middle Eastern allies, including the UAE, Kuwait, and Jordan, raising concerns over transparency and the role of Congress in overseeing such transactions.
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The US Department of Health and Human Services has initiated an investigation into 13 states that mandate insurance plans to cover abortion services, citing potential conflicts with the federal Weldon amendment and sparking a new development in the ongoing debate over abortion rights in the US.
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The US has launched a diplomatic effort to combat social media content restrictions in Europe, seeking to balance free speech with the need to protect citizens from harmful online content, amidst growing tensions between the US and European governments over online content regulation.
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A 23-year-old man from Los Angeles claims to have suffered permanent blindness in one eye after being hit by a police projectile at an anti-ICE protest, and has filed a claim against the LAPD, highlighting concerns over police use of force and accountability.
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California lawmakers have announced plans to rename Cesar Chavez Day, a state holiday, amidst serious allegations of sexual abuse against the late labor activist, prompting a statewide conversation about the appropriateness of honoring him with a state holiday.
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The US Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency has been making over 1,100 arrests per day on average in 2026, with notable regional variations in enforcement activity, shedding light on the agency’s priorities and strategies.
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A severe heatwave is gripping the western United States, with scientists agreeing that the extreme weather event would have been virtually impossible without the impact of climate change, warning of more frequent and intense heatwaves due to rising global temperatures.
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The Pentagon’s request for an additional $200 billion in funding has sparked debate among lawmakers, with House Republicans expressing support for the measure amid rising tensions with Iran and concerns over national security.
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The US and Iran are navigating a complex and contentious relationship, with President Trump signaling reluctance to deploy troops amid escalating tensions and the Pentagon seeking substantial funding for potential military operations.
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The Senate committee has voted to advance Markwayne Mullin’s nomination to lead the Department of Homeland Security, bringing him one step closer to overseeing critical functions such as border security, immigration enforcement, and disaster response, amidst controversy and scrutiny over his qualifications and potential impact on the department.
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Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell has announced he will stay on as head of the Fed until the investigation led by Jeanine Pirro is completed, ensuring stability and continuity in the nation’s monetary policy amidst reports of President Donald Trump’s attempts to influence the central bank.
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The US and UK are collaborating to explore options for reopening the Strait of Hormuz, a vital shipping lane for international oil trade, amid rising tensions with Iran and significant implications for global trade and security.
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The Senate committee has approved Markwayne Mullin’s nomination to lead the Department of Homeland Security, paving the way for a full vote amid escalating tensions between the US and Iran, with significant implications for national security.
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