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Credit Availability Index for Cars Hits 10-Year High
Nearly 74 percent of auto loan applications were approved in June.
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The Economic Miracle of America, 250 Years in the Making
World War II marked America’s rise as the world’s superpower, but the nation’s economic foundations were laid decades before, historians say.
Sen. Lindsey Graham Dies at 71
His family said prayers are appreciated at this ‘incredibly difficult’ time.
Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna Says He Was Confronted by Armed Israeli Settlers in the West Bank
Khanna said Israeli soldiers also detained his staff, but an Israeli military spokesperson said the soldiers were there to disperse civilians.
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Judge Allows DOJ’s Bid to Dismiss Jan. 6 Convictions Against 4 Proud Boys
All four had been convicted of ‘serious crimes’ related to the Jan. 6, 2021, breach of the Capitol.
National Endowment for Humanities, Freedom 250 Celebrate Winners of National American Heroes Student Art Contest
The competition was ‘a beautiful celebration of America’s past by the very young people who will be responsible for its future,’ said Second Lady Usha Vance.
California City Used Drones to Help Locate 1,300 Pounds of Illegal Fireworks on Fourth of July Weekend
Santa Ana police said it seized hundreds of pounds of illegal fireworks and handed out almost 200 citations.
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Pennsylvania Man Charged With Threatening a Member of Congress in YouTube Comments
Federal prosecutors accused the man of posting threatening comments while at times identifying as a Nazi and white supremacist.
How Big Healthcare Companies Keep Drug Prices High
A handful of large corporations now control medication availability, pricing, and payment for the vast majority of Americans.
Key US Housing Affordability Bill Becomes Law Without Trump’s Signature
The president didn’t sign the bill to protest the Senate’s failure to pass the SAVE America Act, a voting reform measure.
DHS Deports Illegal Immigrant Pardoned By Minnesota of Child Sex Crimes
Minnesota’s Board of Pardons had granted the man’s clemency application last month, but Homeland Security deported him despite the pardon.
US Navy Vows to Defend Hormuz Navigation as Threat Level Stays ‘Severe’
The warning came as Trump said Washington had agreed to resume talks with Tehran, but added that the ceasefire is effectively ‘over.’
Trump Fires 2 Election Assistance Commission Members, Another Resigns
The commission now has no members several months before the midterm elections.
Trump Administration Ends Aircraft Import Probe, Finds National Security Risks
Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick advised against immediate tariffs to address the vulnerabilities.
Day in Photos: Search for Missing Guards, Sun Valley Conference, and Zipline in Cambodia
A glimpse into the world through the lens of photography.
2 Guatemalans Plead Guilty in 2021 Human Smuggling ‘Mass Casualty Incident’
The U.S. Justice Department said the two men, one of whom was in the United States illegally, admitted guilt in a crash that killed 55 in Chiapas, Mexico.
US Embassy in Jordan Sends ‘Shelter’ Warning to Americans Amid Iran Attacks
The embassy cited reports of missile, rocket, and drone attacks.
Rutte Says Trump Fully Committed to NATO, Likens Critical Comments to ‘Family Argument’
NATO leaders pledged $80 billion in military equipment, assistance, and training for Ukraine.
Day in Photos: Heavy Flooding in India, Running of the Bulls, and Underground Aquatic Study
A glimpse into the world through the lens of photography.
Judge Orders Trump to Pay $5.8 Million to Carroll in Sexual Abuse and Defamation Case
President Donald Trump filed an appeal of the new disbursement order the same day it was issued.
RFK Jr. Announces $281 Million for Addiction Treatment, Mental Health Programs
The funding includes $68.2 million to expand medication-assisted treatment for opioid use disorder.
