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US to Develop Small Modular Nuclear Reactors for Commercial Shipping
The federal government is seeking industry inputs regarding integrating nuclear power across the United States’ fleets and logistical networks.
Netanyahu Says He Wants to End US Military Support for Israel
Washington currently provides Jerusalem with military aid to the tune of $3.8 billion a year, and is slated to continue doing so till at least 2028
Bessent to Meet Chinese Vice Premier Ahead of Trump–Xi Summit
‘Economic security is national security,’ U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said as he announced plans to meet Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng on May 13.
Bipartisan Lawmakers Urge Trump to Press Xi on Political Prisoners During China Visit
‘It raises the reputational cost to the relationship and affects China’s standing in the world,’ Rep. Chris Smith said.
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Chinese National Sentenced for US Scheme Targeting 2,000 Elderly Victims
He has been sentenced to 12 years and 7 months in prison.
More States Enact New Laws Curbing Teachers Unions
The Teacher Freedom Alliance says more than 272,000 teachers have opted out of union membership.
San Francisco Immigration Court to Permanently Close This Year
The Concord Immigration Court, which will take over most of the closing court’s cases, already has a backlog and a shortage of judges.
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Trump Eyes New Deals in Upcoming Beijing Visit
The U.S. president is expected to secure new agreements with China in several industries, including aerospace, agriculture, and energy.
Acting CDC Director Says Hantavirus Outbreak ‘Is Not COVID’
Bhattacharya said that hantavirus is ’very difficult' to contract and that person-to-person transmission is rare.
USDA Finalizes Rule Allowing Whole, Reduced-Fat Milk Options in Schools
Whole milk is typically recommended for children under 2 years of age because of its effects on brain development.
US Pending Home Sales Hit Nearly 4-Year High
Housing costs have come down over the past year amid a decline in mortgage rates, attracting buyers to the market.
US Sanctions Individuals, Companies for Aiding Iran’s Military
The latest round of sanctions, some of which are on individuals and entities based in China, come days ahead of Trump’s visit to meet Chinese leader Xi Jinping.
2 New Jersey Residents Potentially Exposed to Hantavirus, Officials Say
An outbreak of the virus on a cruise ship in the Atlantic Ocean has killed three so far, officials said.
Trump Hosts Luncheon for Angel Moms, Gold Star Mothers in New Rose Garden
Speaking to the mothers, Trump highlighted his policy achievements, including strengthening border security and curbing drug trafficking.
US Sanctions Iraqi Deputy Oil Minister Over Ties to Iran
Along with the minister, the U.S. Treasury Department sanctioned the leaders of three militia groups aligned with Iran as part of Operation Economic Fury.
American Nationals Sentenced for Running Illicit ‘Laptop Farm’ Operations for North Korea
Several U.S. companies were duped into hiring North Korean IT workers, falsely believing that these employees were located in the United States.
Appeals Court Appears Likely to Reject Hegseth’s Claim Against Sen. Kelly
A lower court has blocked War Secretary Pete Hegseth’s plan to lower the veteran senator’s retirement pay and military rank.
Trump Administration Announces New Rule to Counter Drone Threats
People who fly drones within the boundaries of certain sensitive sites could face fines and criminal charges under the proposal.
CDC Closely Monitoring US Passengers on Hantavirus-Stricken Cruise Ship
Serious hantavirus cases prompted medical evacuations as U.S. and international agencies launched coordinated response operations aboard a cruise vessel.
Tennessee Reveals New Congressional Map Proposal
Republican Gov. Bill Lee had ordered the Tennessee General Assembly to reconvene and review the state’s congressional map.
