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Social Security Trust Fund May Be Depleted in 2032, Trustees Report Finds
Social Security’s programs guarantee income to nearly 71 million retired Americans.
FBI to Crack Down on ‘Laser Pointing’ Crimes : Director
Last year, authorities received over 11,000 complaints related to laser strikes, the director said.
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Trump Vows US Response to Iran Shooting Down Helicopter Near Hormuz Strait
A U.S. military official says that a drone boat was deployed for the first time to rescue a downed flight crew.
US Forces Fire on Tanker Trying to Evade Blockade
The vessel’s crew didn’t comply with directions from the U.S. military, CENTCOM said.
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NIH Researchers Facing Charges Had Brought Viral Samples on Planes Before: Emails
‘Numbnuts lost the first shipment,’ one wrote.
5 Takeaways From New Medicaid Work Requirements
Some beneficiaries will find it harder to qualify for protective exemptions, according to experts.
OpenAI Files for US IPO a Week After Competitor Anthropic
Previous reporting showed that the AI giant is targeting an up to $1 trillion valuation in its stock market debut, which could come as early as September.
Florida Police Release Final Report on Hulk Hogan’s Cause of Death
Police detail the celebrity wrestler’s last hours and rule out possible causes of his death.
SBA Suspends More Than 27,000 Ohio Loan Borrowers Due to Suspected Fraud
The decision follows similar suspension of thousands of borrowers across California, Minnesota, and Maine.
Lawsuit Seeks to Block Trump’s Planned UFC Match at White House
The plaintiffs say the move violates National Park Service regulations prohibiting sporting events.
US Won’t Unfreeze Iran’s Assets Before Peace Deal Is Reached, Trump Says
An adviser to Iran’s supreme leader suggested that a peace deal hinges on the release of $24 billion in Iranian assets frozen by the United States.
Judge Blocks USDA From Tying Federal Funds to Trump Admin Policies on DEI, Immigration
The ruling temporarily bars enforcement of federal grant conditions linked to gender identity, women’s sports, and illegal immigration.
Don’t Say ‘Can’t’ to Jessica Cox. The Pilot With No Arms Says ‘Watch Me.’
An Arizona pilot born without arms has turned faith in herself into a life of flight, advocacy, and innovation.
Holding Candles Up High, They Denounce Beijing’s Tyranny
As Beijing continues to erase memories around the Tiananmen massacre, pro-democracy advocates refuse to forget.
Ex-CIA Officer Accused of Stealing $40 Million in Gold Bars Ordered to Stay in Detention Pending Trial
David Rush was arrested after an FBI search of his home turned up $42 million in gold bars and cash.
Senate Blocks Extension of Surveillance Program
Some senators cited opposition to the new acting director of national intelligence.
