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Senate Moves Major Crypto Regulation Bill Toward Vote
The CLARITY Act would establish a federal regulatory framework for cryptocurrency and other digital assets.
FBI Task Force Targeting Transnational Repression Across US: Patel
Transnational repression tactics include stalking, cyberhacking, assault, attempted kidnapping, as well as threats against targets’ family members and friends.
Hybrid and SUV Interest Reaches New Highs
Reliability, fuel efficiency, and affordability are some of the top factors considered by people when buying electrified vehicles.
Former NBA Players Test WNBA Policies by Declaring for Women’s 2027 Draft
The two men say they seek equal treatment after some players advocated for trans participation in the women’s basketball league.
Taiwan’s Han Kuang Drills Focus on China’s Gray-Zone Tactics, Blockade Threat
This year’s exercise is different in unprecedented ways such as the military’s use of drone swarms, said one expert.
Former Pentagon Official Says US, Allied Modeling Supports Taiwan’s Defense Strategy
Jed Royal said Taiwan’s ’strategy of erosion' can work but requires stronger defenses, dispersed stockpiles, and repeated civilian-military exercises.
Strait of Hormuz Will Stay Closed Unless US Agrees to List of Demands, Iran Says
Iran revealed on Saturday that a deal with Oman on control of the Strait of Hormuz was close.
DOJ: Duke University Law School Discriminated Against White and Asian Applicants
The school used essay questions about race to identify minority candidates and tag those applications for special consideration, according to the DOJ.
Lake Mead Hits Lowest Level on Record Amid Decade-Long Western Drought
The Colorado River reservoir supplies water and power to millions of Southwestern residents.
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Former President Biden’s Cancer Has Spread and Is ‘Very Painful,’ Son Hunter Says
In a BBC interview, Hunter Biden discussed his father’s cancer and decision to grant him a presidential pardon covering multiple criminal cases.
Roger Craig Reveals Vascular Dementia Diagnosis During NFL Hall of Fame Speech
Craig was the first player in NFL history to achieve 1,000 yards rushing and 1,000 yards receiving in a single season.
Beijing Sanctions 2 US Labs That Can Prove Where Cotton Grew
U.S. importers must prove their goods are free of Xinjiang forced labor, and the two sanctioned firms sell forensic testing that makes that proof possible.
FBI Undergoing Sweeping Reforms, Fastest Transformation in Bureau’s History: Director Patel
Director Kash Patel’s first 14 months included a major overhaul of the agency’s operations, structure, and technology.
Senate Confirms 74 Trump Nominees, Including 4 US Attorneys
The Senate has now confirmed 136 of the president’s law and order nominees.
US DOGE Service ‘Could Continue to Do Work’ After Formal Shutdown, Watchdog Says
DOGE, or the Department of Government Efficiency, announced last month that it was officially shut down on July 4.
70 Arrested in Mississippi Child Exploitation Crackdown
Authorities arrested suspects on child exploitation charges and registry violations while rescuing a child from an ongoing sextortion scheme.
Republican Brent Taylor and Democrat Justin Pearson to Vie for Tennessee’s Newly Redrawn District in November
A new congressional district carved up the Democratic stronghold of Memphis and now favors Republicans.
US Announces New Sanctions on Cuba Targeting Military Imports
The new sanctions target five Cuban entities and eight individuals involved in military procurement from China, Russia, and other countries.
Senate Obtains Phone Fauci Used While in Government
‘Hopefully, this device will address many of the questions he refused to answer at last week’s hearing,’ Sen. Ron Johnson said.
15 States Now Reporting Cases of Parasitic Illness Linked to Iceberg Lettuce
The new cases were reported in Missouri, Arkansas, Iowa, Nebraska, New Hampshire, and North Carolina.
US Unveils 5 Indictments Against CJNG Cartel Leaders
President Donald Trump designated the group as an international terrorist organization in February 2025.
Heart and Blood Thinner Medication Recalled Nationwide, FDA Says
More than 5,000 packages of dabigatran etexilate were recalled due to possible impurities.
