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What to Know About the Raúl Castro Indictment
Charges in the 1996 shootdown of two planes, killing four people, carry a maximum penalty of death or life in prison. The former Cuban leader is 94.
Who is Raul Castro, the Recently Indicted Cuban Politician?
Raul Castro was charged with the 1996 killing of four people on a humanitarian mission.
Musk Takes SpaceX Public in Massive IPO Filing
Elon Musk is taking SpaceX public, filing paperwork for an initial public offering that would put the company on the stock market.
Hyundai Recalls More Than 54,000 Elantra Vehicles Over Fire Risk in Power Control Unit
The company was aware of four incidents related to the issue, one of which resulted in a vehicle fire, but no injuries were reported.
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Rubio Calls on Cubans to Reject Communist Leadership
In a video message, the US secretary of state said that the Cuban people should create a ‘new Cuba.’
Iowa Governor Signs Bill Barring Schools From Serving Foods With Certain Additives
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. joined the governor for the signing ceremony.
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US Marines Fire HIMARS Near Mount Fuji as Pacific Allies Expand Mobile Missile Capabilities
The Camp Fuji drill came as Japan deployed standoff missiles and Taiwan advanced funding for U.S.-made weapons, including HIMARS.
2nd American Doctor in Contact With Ebola Virus, Headed for Czech Republic Hospital
The WHO says there have been 139 suspected Ebola deaths but that the risk of contracting the deadly virus outside the outbreak region in the Congo remains low.
Jan. 6 Police Officers Sue to Block Trump Settlement Fund
The officers allege the money will ‘finance the violent operations of rioters, paramilitaries, and their supporters.’
Former Rep. Barney Frank Dies at Age 86, Family Says
The former Democratic congressman was credited with helping author one of the most significant finance bills, the Dodd-Frank Act.
Senate Advances Measure to Withdraw US Involvement in Iran Conflict
Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) joined three GOP colleagues in backing the resolution, casting the decisive vote.
Washington State Under Federal Investigation for Housing Men in Women’s Prisons
The Justice Department alleges the state’s policy has resulted in sexual assault and other crimes against female inmates.
Trump-Backed Andy Barr Wins GOP Nomination in Kentucky Senate Race to Replace McConnell
The election marks the first open primary for the seat being vacated by retiring Sen. Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) since 1972.
DIY Homeowners Spur Springtime Sales at Home Depot
The company’s net earnings fell by 4.2 percent year over year.
Trump Says He’s Given Iran ‘Two or Three Days’
The president had earlier announced he was holding off on pre-planned military strikes.
LA County’s Mental Health, Addiction Programs Could Provide a National Model, Says Kennedy
County leaders met with the health secretary in hopes of galvanizing federal support for tackling addiction and homelessness.
Primaries Held in 6 States: What to Watch
Georgia voters will cast ballots in high-profile primaries for governor, U.S. Senate, U.S. House, and several statewide offices.
DC Cracking Down on ‘Teen Takeovers,’ Will Begin Prosecuting Parents
‘These are not kids being kids. This is criminal conduct,’ U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia Jeanine Pirro said.
EPA Proposes Giving Water Systems More Time to Remove ‘Forever Chemicals’
The change would give some systems two more years to take out two forms of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances.
