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In the Name of Civics, These Teens Took on the Impossible
The semifinal round of the Presidential 1776 Award national competition is scheduled for May 2 at five American presidential libraries and museums.
UK Approves US Use of British Bases for Strikes on Iranian Missile Sites Targeting Ships
Decision follows Iranian attacks on commercial shipping, with ministers citing need to protect trade routes and regional security interests.
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Momentum Builds for Regime Change in Cuba
Cuba’s leadership faces increased strain from U.S. policy and mounting protests on the island.
Wall Street Review: Stocks Extend Downward Streak
Stocks fell for a fourth straight week as oil prices and Treasury yields climbed.
More Than 5,500 Residents Ordered to Evacuate in Hawaii Amid Risk of Dam Failure, Flooding
Honolulu officials warned towns along Oahu’s North Shore that the Wahiawa Dam was ‘at risk of imminent failure.’
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Trump Says US Very Close to Meeting Military Objectives, Considers ‘Winding Down’ Iran Operation
The president wrote on Truth Social that the United States is ’very close to meeting our military objectives.’
US Treasury to Partner With Education Department to Collect Student Loan Debt
The student loan portfolio stands at nearly $1.7 trillion with almost 25 percent of borrowers in default.
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US Moves to Turn Most Favored Nation Drug Pricing Policy Into Law
By transitioning the policy from an executive initiative to federal law, a future president could not simply overturn it with an executive order.
Trump Signs Order to Preserve 2nd Saturday in December for Army-Navy Football
The president signed the executive order during a ceremony presenting Navy with the Commander in Chief Trophy for the second year in a row.
Senate Again Fails to Advance DHS Funding Bill as Shutdown Stretches Over a Month
Although about 96 percent of the federal government is funded, DHS has remained partially shut down since Feb. 13.
Supreme Court Rules 9–0 That Street Preacher May Sue to Challenge Protest Ordinance
A federal appeals court previously rejected Gabriel Olivier’s challenge to the Brandon, Mississippi law.
US COVID-19 Death Count Higher Than Previously Known: Study
The research suggests about 20 percent more COVID-19 deaths occurred than the official number.
FCC Approves Nexstar-Tegna Deal Amid Legal Challenges From 8 States
Nexstar will own less than 15 percent of TV stations after the deal, according to the Federal Communications Commission.
Middle East Analyst Sees No Relief in Fuel Costs, Expects ‘Military Action’ Soon in Hormuz Strait
A veteran market monitor says that among the emergency measures being mulled by the Trump administration could be ‘some kind of military action.’
US F-35 Stealth Fighter Damaged in Combat Mission Over Iran
A Pentagon spokesperson said the aircraft made an emergency landing. The incident is under investigation.
What to Know About the SAVE America Act
The Senate is debating the Trump-backed elections bill, which does not have the 60 votes needed to advance.
Trump Threatens to ‘Blow Up’ World’s Largest Gas Field If Iran Attacks Qatar Again
Qatar’s state oil giant QatarEnergy said Iranian missile attacks on the country’s industrial site Ras Laffan have caused ‘extensive damage.’
Jerome Powell Plans to Remain Fed Chair Until Kevin Warsh Is Confirmed
Powell’s seat on the Board of Governors doesn’t end until early 2028, and he has not said whether he will leave the central bank before his term expires.
Opening Strait of Hormuz Is in China’s Interest, Says US Trade Chief
Fuel prices are rising in China, triggering long lines as residents seek to stock up on gas.
Nvidia Resumes Manufacturing of H200 Chips for China, CEO Says
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang said the company has received purchase orders from ‘many customers’ in China.
