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Judge Dismisses DOJ’s Anti-Semitism Lawsuit Against Harvard
U.S. District Judge Richard Stearns said the claims in the lawsuit were ‘too isolated and episodic to support a plausible inference.’
Iran Cites Environmental Damage in Push for Hormuz Shipping Fees
Tehran is broadening its justification for shipping fees as Iranian and U.S. officials trade competing claims over control of the strait.
10 States Sue to Block Federal Mortgage Escrow Interest Rules
The lawsuit centers on federal rules that would allow national banks to ignore state requirements to pay homeowners interest on their escrow accounts.
Mother-Daughter Duo Wins 3 Journalism Awards for Chincoteague Pony Feature
Readers who engage with Nanette and Natasha Holt’s work will be enveloped in the story of tradition.
US Says Alleged Mexican Cartel Affiliates Sought to Buy Weapons in Czech Republic
CJNG is one of a number of cartels that were designated as foreign terrorist organization.
University of Michigan College to Use Pass or No-Credit Grades for Freshmen ‘to Curb Mental Health Crisis’
The pilot program seeks to make transition into university easier and support student mental health by recording only pass or no-credit.
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News Groups Sue Trump Over Paid Early Access to Truth Social Posts
The lawsuit claimed that granting preferential access to Trump’s public statements to paid subscribers violates the First Amendment.
2 Killed in Military Helicopter Crash in Texas
The crash also started a wildfire that required containment.
Health Officials Issue Warning on Potentially Deadly Beach Bacteria
At least seven people in Florida and Louisiana have died so far this year from Vibrio vulnficus, sometimes called a ‘flesh-eating bacteria.’
Treasury Proposes Tax-Free Employer Contributions to Trump Accounts
Employers can contribute up to $2,500 tax-free annually into the Trump Accounts of their employees.
Acting FDA Chief Urges Americans to Have Confidence in Food Supply
Several foodborne illnesses this summer have raised concerns about food safety. Don’t blame DOGE, said the FDA chief.
Appeals Court Allows DHS’s Fast-Tracked Deportations of Immigrant Parolees
The judges unanimously said advocacy groups that sued over the policies did not have legal standing to do so.
South Carolina, Wisconsin, Others Hold Primaries: What to Watch
In the Palmetto State, there is a special GOP primary for Senate.
Trump Says Fate of Anti-Weaponization Fund Rests in Blanche’s Hands
Blanche’s nomination was confirmed in a 50–49 vote on Aug. 8, with Sens. Susan Collins and Lisa Murkowski voting in opposition.
Moolenaar Urges Commerce to Clarify Chip Rule Meant to Stop Huawei Diversion
The House China panel chairman says the Commerce Department clouded safeguards adopted after advanced TSMC-made chips reached Huawei.
Hassett Rules Out Replacing Fed’s Lisa Cook on Central Bank Board
The White House economic adviser said Trump could remove Cook if due process ultimately establishes cause for her firing.
US to Codify English Language Requirements for Truckers
More than 26,000 drivers have already been taken off U.S. roads for failing English proficiency tests.
Trump Names Will Scharf as White House Counsel
Scharf, who chairs the commission that approved the White House ballroom project, will replace David Warrington on Sept. 1.
