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Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi Hospitalized After Injury, Spokesman Says
The longtime Democratic congresswoman is currently visiting Luxembourg.
In a Switch From His 1st Term, Trump Says He Wants Filibuster to Stay
Meant to encourage compromise in the Senate, the filibuster requires most legislation to pass a 60-vote threshold to proceed to a final vote.
House Democrat Caucuses Weigh in on Race for Top Position on Oversight Committee
Reps. Gerry Connolly (D-Va.) and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) are vying to lead Democrats on the key panel next term.
New York Pet Stores Sue to Continue Selling Dogs, Cats, and Bunnies
Retailers argue that a new law that will soon ban the sales will strip pet stores of their prime revenue source and generate a black market.
West Point Apologizes, Confirms It Accepted Trump Nominee Pete Hegseth to the Academy
The academy had falsely said that Hegseth did not even apply to the school.
Religion in Schools Makes a Comeback in Some States, Shunned in Others
Bolstered by the 2024 election, proponents of Judeo-Christian context in school curricula expect more movement next year.
Biden Administration Announces Additional $500 Million in Military Assistance to Ukraine
The Biden administration has announced a $500 million military aid package to bolster Ukraine’s defense against ongoing Russian aggression.
New Jersey Governor Requests More Federal Resources for Drone Investigation
The New Jersey State Police have been taking drone reports since November, but information about the aircraft has been sparse.
‘Universities Have Lost Their Way’: Ralston College President Stephen Blackwood
Universities today are increasingly plagued by ideological nihilism, bloated costs, and the growing infantilization of students, he says.
US Signs Updated Science and Technology Pact With China
The renewal of the pact includes updates to protect U.S. intellectual property and no longer covers cooperation on cutting edge research.
In Secret Meeting, Xi Jinping Ordered New Strategy to Attack Falun Gong Globally
U.S. lawmakers have condemned a new transnational repression campaign against Falun Gong that spreads disinformation and co-opts the American legal system.
29 House Republicans Ask Trump to End IRS Direct File via ‘Day-One Executive Order’
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Federal Agency Advises Americans to Update Their IPhones, MacBooks After Security Update
Apple rolled out a number of security updates this week.
Security Experts Call for Stronger US Response to Counter China’s Cyber Espionage
‘We’re not on the winning side of the scoreboard here in the telecommunications and cyber espionage battle,’ said cyber expert James Lewis.
Blinken Makes Surprise Visit to Iraq as Questions Surround Post-Assad Syria
Secretary of State Antony Blinken has spoken with Jordanian, Turkish, and Iraqi leaders about preventing a surge in sectarian conflicts and terrorism in Syria.
US Homebuying Demand Surges as Mortgage Rates Decline
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US Senator Says He Witnessed Drones Flying Over New Jersey During Police Patrol
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Teamsters Accuse Costco of Rejecting 98 Percent of Contract Demands
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Protesters Rally in Belgrade Against Serbian Government
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Some Democrats Willing to Partner With Trump and GOP on the Border and Government Efficiency
The Republicans’ slim majorities, especially in the Senate, mean some Democratic support may be necessary to pass key initiatives.
SEC Wants Musk to Pay Money or Face Charges: Lawyer
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Elton John Speaks Out Against the Legalization of Marijuana
The ‘Rocket Man’ singer battled drug and alcohol addiction for 16 years before getting sober in 1990.

Elton John Speaks Out Against the Legalization of Marijuana
The ‘Rocket Man’ singer battled drug and alcohol addiction for 16 years before getting sober in 1990.

Ancient Wisdom for Liver Health: Habits, Acupressure, and Herbal Teas
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Ancient Wisdom for Liver Health: Habits, Acupressure, and Herbal Teas
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How Wilma Rudolph Surmounted the Considerable Odds Against Her
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Catherine Palace: Russia’s Homage to Great Queens
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How Wilma Rudolph Surmounted the Considerable Odds Against Her
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California Bans ‘Sell By’ Dates: What You Need to Know About Food Labels
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Qantas Workers Strike Over Pay Dispute, Sparking Fears of Flight Delays
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Don’t Become One of Thousands Who Forget About Their Gun in Carry-On Luggage
A gun found in carry-on luggage will result in a hefty fine and disruptions to travel plans.
Qantas Workers Strike Over Pay Dispute, Sparking Fears of Flight Delays
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How Imperialist Thought Corrupted the CIA’s Original Mission
In ‘The CIA: An Imperial History,’ Hugh Wilford identifies how the agency attained an imperialist posture despite America’s post-WWII anti-imperialism.

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Ex Libris: George Washington
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