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ICE Repatriates 170 Illegal Immigrants to Cuba
Among the deportees were murderers, kidnappers, rapists, and drug traffickers who were taken into custody from states across the United States, officials said.
Meta Chief Zuckerberg Testifies in High-Stakes Social Media Addiction Trial in Los Angeles
Attorneys for the plaintiff questioned the CEO on allegations that his products targeted young people despite known harms.
Trump Urges UK to Retain Indian Ocean Territory Amid Iran Tensions
Diego Garcia has served as a key hub for U.S. and UK military operations in the Indian Ocean for decades.
Trump Admin Looks to Release 2.5 Million Acres of Timberland in Oregon
Revenue from timber harvested on the lands is shared between the U.S. Treasury and 18 western Oregon counties.
Johnson & Johnson to Invest $1 Billion in New Pennsylvania Cancer Facility
The facility is part of the company’s $55 billion plan, announced in March, to expand its U.S. manufacturing and research and development footprint.
Groups Sue EPA Over Repeal of Finding That Served as Basis for Climate Regulations
The lawsuit came after the White House announced it was rescinding a 2009 rule that allowed the EPA to regulate greenhouse gases.
US Investigating Portland Public Schools for Racial Discrimination
The Oregon district allegedly provides a program and funds to boost academic improvement among black students while avoiding groups such as Native Americans.
Legal Expert Explains the Flip Side of California’s Prop. 19
Proponents said it would boost revenues and create more housing. One critic called it a ‘wolf in sheep’s clothing.’
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Former NY Auditor Pleads Guilty to Stealing $400,000 From Town of Wallkill
Tobias Otieno used a stolen signature of a town supervisor and other information to transfer town funds to his personal businesses.
Jeffries Tries to Persuade Wary Maryland Senate Leader on Redistricting
The state’s Senate president, a fellow Democrat, told the U.S. House minority leader that most of his caucus opposes the mid-cycle map.
60,000 Blood Pressure Tablets Recalled Nationwide, FDA Notice States
The recall was initiated because the ‘wrong ID’ was imprinted on the drugs.
National Institutes of Health Director to Serve as Acting CDC Director
Jim O'Neill recently left the government, leaving the CDC position vacant.
FDA Agrees to Consider Moderna’s mRNA Influenza Vaccine
‘We look forward to making our flu vaccine available later this year,’ Moderna CEO Stephane Bancel said.
Trump’s Board of Peace to Host Inaugural Meeting of Member States: What to Know
Member nations have pledged more than $5 billion toward Gaza humanitarian and reconstruction efforts, including committing thousands of personnel to security.
Trump Announces 3 Projects Backed by Investment Under US–Japan Trade Deal
Investments totaling $36 billion will fund critical mineral, energy, and oil projects in Georgia, Ohio, and Texas, respectively.
RFK Jr.’s Top Deputy, Acting CDC Director Departs Health Agencies
No explanation of Jim O'Neill’s exit has been made public.
Hyatt Executive Chairman Thomas Pritzker Resigns Over Epstein Ties
Pritzker said he exercised poor judgment in his association with Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell and will not seek board reelection.
Early Voting Starts in Texas Primaries
Senate candidates are waltzing across Texas as early voting begins on Feb. 17.
Nancy Guthrie’s Family Not Suspects in Her Disappearance: Arizona Sheriff
The local sheriff notes that Guthrie’s family members are victims in this case and have been cooperative with authorities.
Trump Says US Helicopter Pilots Were ‘Hit Pretty Bad’ During Maduro Raid
The president praised the pilots as ‘really brave’ during the arrest and capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro in Caracas on Jan. 3.
New Coalition Aims to Ban Vaccine Mandates Across US
The effort is targeting measures the group says violate medical freedom, including vaccine and mask mandates.
Board of Peace Members Offer $5 Billion for Gaza Reconstruction, Aid: Trump
More than 20 countries have signed onto the U.S. president’s initiative so far.
