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Electric Vehicle Sales Fall as Hybrids Continue to Gain Market Share: EIA
Multiple automakers have recently announced they are scaling down their EV ambitions.
More Than 100 Million ’my Social Security' Accounts Created: SSA
SSA estimates that almost 69 million Americans received Social Security benefits every month in 2025, with roughly $1.6 trillion paid out for the year.
RFK Jr.-Aligned Group Backs Primary Challenger to Sen. Bill Cassidy
Cassidy publicly debated whether to vote to confirm Kennedy as health secretary.
US Lowers Bangladesh Tariffs to 19 Percent, Exempts Some Apparels in Trade Deal
Bangladesh is the first South Asian country to seal a reciprocal trade agreement with the United States, U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer said.
US Fly Production Plant to Open by End of 2027 to Fight Screwworm: USDA
The government is spending $750 million for the facility in Texas.
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Judge Blocks California’s Law Mandating Federal Agents Remove Masks
A law requiring law enforcement officers to wear identification was enforceable, the judge found.
Texas Reports Record Surge of School Choice Program Applications
The $1 billion program funds school vouchers and other options.
California Sues Companies for Supporting Ghost Gun Manufacturing
An average of 11,000 ghost guns and auto sears were recovered per year in the state between 2021 and 2025, the lawsuit states.
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US to Fund Free Speech Initiatives in Europe, Trump Official Reveals
U.S. officials have said they view European speech regulations as censorship.
Eddie Bauer Files for Bankruptcy Protection, May Shutter US, Canada Stores
The company said its online and ecommerce business won’t be affected by the retail wind-down.
New York City Nurses Reach Agreement to End Strike
Nurses will return to work on Feb. 14 after voting to approve the contract by Feb. 11.
Trump Halts Approval for Ontario–Michigan Bridge, Calls for Renegotiation
The US president questions Canadian ownership, while taking issue with Ontario’s ban on US liquor and Ottawa’s new China agreements.
Not Clear Whether Vaccines Cause Autism, Needs More Research, NIH Director Says
The agency is funding research that officials say will determine autism causes.
Treasury Secretary Says Fed Will Likely Take Its Time to Reduce Balance Sheet
As of last week, the Fed’s balance sheet sat at $6.6 billion.
US Health Spending Explained in 5 Charts
Health care spending reached new heights in 2024 and continues to grow as a share of the U.S. economy, placing an increasing burden on consumers.
Zelenskyy Says US Gave Ukraine and Russia a June Deadline to End War
Zelenskyy said Washington wants the war ended by early summer and is prepared to increase pressure on both Kyiv and Moscow if talks stall.
FBI, Sheriff’s Department Probing New Message in Nancy Guthrie Disappearance Case
Authorities say the message represents ‘one new piece of information.’
What’s Next in Springfield, Ohio, After Judge Pauses End of Immigration Protection for Haitians
An estimated 15,000 Haitian immigrants live in the southwest Ohio city, and most have temporary protected status.
US Military Strikes Drug Boat in Eastern Pacific, Killing 2
The strike marks the latest Operation Southern Spear action as the Trump administration continues military efforts against maritime drug trafficking networks.
US Embassy Issues Alert Urging Americans to Leave Iran
The U.S. virtual embassy urged citizens to consider departing Iran by land to Armenia or Turkey, but said it cannot guarantee their safety.
California Man Arrested for Sending Texts in Guthrie Disappearance Case
A $50,000 reward is offered in the case.
FBI Announces $50,000 Reward in Nancy Guthrie Disappearance
The federal law enforcement bureau is also taking seriously an alleged ransom letter that was sent to media outlets.
