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$521 Billion Fraud Landscape: What to Know
A federal watchdog estimated that the government lost between $233 billion and $521 billion annually to fraud.
Virginia Passes Gun Control Policies
Virginia Democrats passed more than a dozen new gun laws in the first General Assembly of Gov. Abigail Spanberger’s first term.
The Grand Vision Behind the Artemis II Mission
The 10-day lunar flyby was the first domino of NASA’s international movement to go back to the moon and establish a base before communist China.
Over 50,000 Pet Toys Recalled Due to ‘Death’ Risk
The Consumer Product Safety Commission warned that the battery compartment on the toy is not secure.
Shoe Brand Allbirds Announces Pivot to AI; Stock Rises Almost 600 Percent
The deal awaits shareholder approval and is expected to close in the second quarter.
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US Natural Gas Exports Forecasted to Grow 28 Percent by 2027
Five LNG projects are set to begin operations in 2026–27, boosting overall U.S. exports.
Texas Social Studies Fight Demonstrates Growing Unease With Islam Among Conservatives
Muslim advocates wanted to include more information in the curriculum about the contributions of Islam.
Man Suspected of Stealing Legos from 70 Targets Nationwide Arrested in California
Police in California used their noodles to unravel a crime spree involving mini figurines and dried pasta.
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Gatorade Will Remove Artificial Colors
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. praised the changes. ‘I urge every food company to follow your lead,’ he said on social media.
Virginia Democrats Push Back Against Gov. Spanberger’s Amendments and Vetoes on Marijuana, ICE
The Democratic governor is drawing criticism from her party after amending or vetoing party-backed bills on marijuana, ICE cooperation, and guns.
Thousands of Video Gamers Apply for Air Controller Jobs, Transportation Secretary Says
A college degree is not required to apply, according to the FAA, which noted that only about 25 percent of current controllers have one.
The Latest on the Redistricting Battles
State lawmakers in both parties from Florida to California have pushed for partisan redistricting in their states since August 2025.
Acting ICE Director Todd Lyons to Leave Agency at End of May
Lyons’s last day is May 31, and he will move to the private sector, DHS Secretary Markwayne Mullin said in a statement.
Trump Says Administration Investigating Deaths, Disappearances of US Scientists
‘Some of them were very important people, and we’re going to look at it over the next short period,’ the president says.
Judge Limits Construction of White House Ballroom to ‘Below-Ground’
U.S. District Judge Richard Leon wrote that construction for national security facilities and to protect the president and the White House may continue.
Nevada Reaches $10 Million Settlement With Roblox Over Children’s Safety
Several lawsuits have been filed against the company related to child exploitation.
Major Advertising Agencies Settle Media Censorship Lawsuit With FTC
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) suggested that the settlement will prevent advertising agencies from distorting America’s public square.
Live Nation, Ticketmaster Operated as Monopoly, Jury Finds in Antitrust Trial
The Department of Justice had settled with the ticket sales giant, but states vowed to continue the lawsuit.
Half of US Mortgages Still Carry Rates Below 4 Percent
‘The very gradual erosion is a sign of just how durable the lock-in [effect] is,’ Realtor.com’s Hannah Jones said.
Iran Official Says Tehran Has Right to Enrich Uranium
U.S. officials say that the country must end its pursuit of enriched uranium.
Venezuelans Say Some Freedoms Returned Since Maduro Ouster
More freedom of speech, but system ’still authoritarian, just operating in a different way,' said one Venezuelan.
