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NYC Mayor Urges State Lawmakers to Pass Tax Hikes on the Wealthy, Corporations
Zohran Mamdani says a 2 percent surcharge on millionaires could help close the city’s deficit.
In Landmark Trial, YouTube Says It’s Not Social Media, Doesn’t Addict Children
On the second day, an expert witness for the plaintiff argues platforms are designed to ensnare young users in a vicious cycle of addiction and mental illness.
Bipartisan Lawmakers Question Drug Makers, Vendors on Price Transparency
A hearing by a House panel focused on pharmacy benefit managers.
Pentagon, USDA Announce Collaboration to Bolster Agricultural Security
The collaboration will cover efforts to detect threats to U.S. agriculture and protect research.
Gallup Ends Long-Running Presidential Approval Polls
The polling firm says the move is part of a strategic shift in its research priorities.
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What to Know as Search for Nancy Guthrie Enters 11th Day
Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of ‘Today’ show co-anchor Savannah Guthrie, was last seen on the night of Jan. 31.
California Bill Tightens Rules Against ‘Claim Sharks’ Who Exploit Veterans
The state will require federal accreditation for paid help on veterans’ benefits claims and will allow some retirees to exclude up to $20,000 from state taxes.
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New Barnes and Noble Store to Open at Galleria at Crystal Run
The bookstore is expected to open later this year.
CDC Issues Travel Health Alerts for 2 Countries Over Virus Outbreaks
The CDC has issued alerts for Bolivia and the Seychelles due to outbreaks of the chikungunya virus.
Trump Says Meeting With Netanyahu Yielded No Definitive Agreement on Iran
The president says he told Netanyahu that negotiations with Iran must continue to determine if an agreement is possible.
Trump Welcomes Netanyahu to White House to Discuss Iran Strategy
Israeli officials said the meeting will focus on U.S.-Iran negotiations and possible outcomes if talks fail.
White House Dismisses House Democrats’ Push to End Monroe Doctrine
Rep. Rashida Tlaib and other Democrats seek to annul the 203-year-old doctrine, which President Donald Trump has renewed, dubbed the ‘Donroe Doctrine.’
DOJ Takes Action After Chinese Group Fails to Divest of US Company
US officials raised concerns because the acquired company’s products are integrated into military and critical infrastructure systems.
Freight Data Indicate Early US Industrial Rebound as Midwest Truck Volumes Jump
Analysts say freight activity tends to turn ahead of broader industrial indicators, as manufacturers move inputs and finished goods before investment and hiring
RFK Jr.-Aligned Group Backs Primary Challenger to Sen. Bill Cassidy
Cassidy publicly debated whether to vote to confirm Kennedy as health secretary.
Trump Admin Can End Protected Status for Nationals of 3 Countries: Appeals Court
The decision by a three-judge panel affects immigrants from Nepal, Honduras, and Nicaragua living in the United States under temporary protected status.
Fetterman Breaks With Democrats on Voter ID as GOP Pushes SAVE America Act
The Pennsylvania senator said showing ID to vote isn’t ‘unreasonable,’ putting him at odds with most Democrats, including Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer.
NFL, Turning Point USA Present Vastly Different Halftime Shows
While Puerto Rican artist Bad Bunny performed his set in Spanish at the Super Bowl, Kid Rock headlined an alternative concert honoring Charlie Kirk.
Iranian Official Says Country Has Right to Pursue Nuclear Program Amid US Warnings
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, however, says that talks with the United States are a ‘step forward.’
