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Key Takeaways From US–Iran Preliminary Deal
Trump said Iran agreed to ’strong policing powers’ to ensure that it ‘will not have a nuclear weapon.’
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California Gov. Newsom Says DOJ Is Investigating Him and His Wife
Newsom said federal agents have spoken to his family friends and former employees
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B-52 Bomber Crashes at Edwards Air Force Base in California, Base Says
It’s not clear if there were any injuries.
Starter Homes Top $1 Million in Record 242 US Cities, Zillow Reports
California has 105 cities where starter homes cost more than $1 million.
University of California Considers Reinstating SAT, ACT in Admissions Requirements
The test scores have not been considered in the university’s admissions process since 2021.
Supreme Court Declines to Hear Former Trump Campaign Adviser’s Appeal Over Alleged FBI Surveillance Abuses
The ruling ends Carter Page’s lawsuit against ex-FBI Director James Comey and other former federal officials after a lower court ruled it was filed too late.
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World Leaders Welcome Ceasefire Deal Between United States, Iran
The announcement has been widely welcomed, but Israeli Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir said the deal does not bind his country.
Columbia University to End Test-Optional Admissions Policy, the Last Ivy League School to Do So
Despite the revival of testing requirements at some elite institutions, test-optional admissions remain widespread nationwide.
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The Catalyst That Triggered the American Revolution: The French and Indian War
How Britain’s victory over France forged the debts and military minds that drove the colonies to independence.
CMS Proposes Creating Permanent Framework for Medicare Drug Price Negotiations
The Supreme Court declined to consider appeals by pharma companies seeking to challenge the government’s ability to negotiate prescription drug prices.
Federal Agents Dismantle Human Smuggling Stash House in Texas
The joint investigation resulted in the arrest of 11 illegal immigrant adults and one unaccompanied child.
Terrorism Threat Level ‘Highest It’s Ever Been’ Amid FISA Lapse: DHS Secretary
Secretary Markwayne Mullin cited security around the World Cup games being held in cities across the United States along with Freedom 250 events.
Trump Selects James McDonald as US Attorney for Southern District of New York
The U.S. attorney in Manhattan oversees a vast portfolio, ranging from terrorism and espionage cases to security fraud and public corruption.
More Than 5,000 Pounds of Cocaine Captured, 11 Smugglers Arrested in Marine Interceptions
U.S. authorities also recently repatriated 32 illegal immigrants to the Dominican Republic navy after interdicting their vessel near Puerto Rico.
Federal Judge Denies Request to Block UFC Fights on White House South Lawn
The U.S. District Court allowed the mixed martial arts event scheduled this weekend on presidential grounds to proceed.
US Housing Department Suspends Funding for Los Angeles Homeless Agency
Investigators found that the agency could not verify thousands of housing sites and lacked key conflict-of-interest safeguards.
Judge Extends Block on Trump’s Anti-Weaponization Fund
Judge Leonie Brinkema gave the government a week to file a sworn declaration that the Trump administration will not revive the fund.
Nebraska Lawmaker, Rights Expert Urge Stronger Action Against Chinese Regime’s Repression Campaigns
Eliot Bostar and Nina Shea say threats targeting Falun Gong and Shen Yun should be investigated and prosecuted.
A Small Town’s Flag Day Parade Captures the Heart and Soul of America
The documentary ‘Flag Day’ goes behind the scenes with the inspiring Three Oaks, Michigan, community that unites for this annual event.
Iran Oil Output Plunges in May While Venezuela Climbs, OPEC Says
Oil cartel expects lower demand this year amid Middle East tensions.
