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Day in Photos: Golders Green Fire, Ghanaian Nationals Evacuated, and Coastal Erosion in England
A glimpse into the world through the lens of photography.
Florida Governor Calls for Special Session to Eliminate Property Tax for Homeowners
The proclamation will order state lawmakers to convene in Tallahassee starting June 1.
US Setting Up Ebola Quarantine Facility in Kenya
Kenya’s health secretary says the country is engaged in ongoing discussions with the U.S. government.
5 Things to Know About Ken Paxton, Trump-Backed Winner in GOP Senate Primary Runoff
Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton defeated four-term incumbent Sen. John Cornyn in the Republican primary runoff.
Department of the Interior Proposing to Open Select Public Lands to Hunting, Fishing
The rule would open millions of acres of National Park and Wildlife Refuge lands. The public comment period on the proposed rule closes on June 26.
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White House: Draft Memo on War Posted by Iranian State Media Is False
The White House offered a reaction to Iranian state-run media claiming that the United States would withdraw forces from Iran’s vicinity, among other items.
Teachers Union President Calls for Restrictions on AI Use, Screen Time in Classroom
Randi Weingarten also advocates a tech tax to combat the adverse consequences of artificial intelligence, such as job loss.
Medicaid Changes Emerge as Top Election Issue in California’s Central Valley
Republican-held congressional seat seen as ’toss up' district after partisan redistricting favoring Democrats.
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Sens. Ted Cruz, Maria Cantwell Reach Deal on College Sports Legislation
The proposed law would overhaul collegiate athletics but does not take a position on whether student athletes are considered employees.
Tony Blair Calls for UK to Get Closer to Trump and Ease Climate Change Targets
Britain’s former leader said it was a mistake for Prime Minister Keir Starmer not to back the U.S. in the Iran War, but that Labour should not seek to oust him.
US Military Hits Drug Trafficking Boat in Pacific With Lethal Kinetic Strike
U.S. Southern Command said, ‘Intelligence confirmed the vessel was transiting along known narco-trafficking routes in the Eastern Pacific.’
Supreme Court Hands DOJ an Initial Win in Dispute Over Immigration Judges’ Speech
A federal appeals court previously injected issues into the case that were not argued in court, the justices said.
Merged Federal Agency to Manage Massive Expansion in Proposed Offshore Oil Development
Democrats question how the Marine Minerals Administration’s trimmed staffing can ensure safety. Republicans wonder if it can keep pace with permitting demands.
Supreme Court Won’t Intervene in NFL Coach’s Case Alleging Racial Discrimination
Brian Flores, a Miami Dolphins head coach and current Minnesota Vikings defensive coordinator, alleges he faced discrimination from the league.
Rubio Says Hormuz Will Be Open ‘One Way or the Other,’ Expresses Cautious Confidence in Iran Deal
Despite saying a deal is likely, Rubio insisted that Trump would only accept an agreement on terms that are good for the United States.
Oil Prices Fall 4.7 Percent on Hopes of US–Iran Deal
An agreement between the two nations has been ‘largely negotiated,’ President Donald Trump said.
Trump Says Iran, Other Arab States Should Join Abraham Accords as Part of Peace Deal
The president said negotiations with Iran are ‘proceeding nicely’ while warning attacks could resume if Tehran rejects the terms of a negotiated settlement.
US Adds More Airports for Screening Travelers Who Might Have Ebola
People traveling from Congo, Uganda, or South Sudan can go to Atlanta or Houston, in addition to Virginia.
College Students Working to Promote Civil Discourse Rather Than Heated Debate
Bridging the Divide, Think Again UVA, and similar campus organizations want students to find common ground, not win an argument.
CDC Expands Temporary Ebola Entry Ban to Green Card Holders
On June 17, the CDC will issue more detailed travel policy in response to the outbreak.
