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New Car Prices Drop Slightly, Incentives Increase: Report
EV prices dropped on a yearly basis for the 11th consecutive month in May.
FIFA World Cup Gets Underway Across North America
More than 100 games will be played across Canada, Mexico, and the United States.
As Platner Rises, Some Mainers Have Questions
The winner of the state’s Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate has come under scrutiny over past remarks and alleged actions.
16 Academics Sign Letter Calling for Public Inquest Into Epstein Accuser’s Suicide
Sixteen academics say there are established links between suicide and victims of domestic violence and that an inquest is appropriate and necessary.
US Budget Deficit Narrows 7 Percent in May; Tariff Revenues Drop After Refunds
The federal government is still on track for a $2 trillion budget deficit for fiscal year 2026.
Pardoned J6er Sues Government for $18 Million for Alleged Abuse in Pretrial Detention
Ryan Samsel is suing after becoming what his lawyer previously described as ‘the most tortured individual by the Federal Government in recent American history.’
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Middle Schoolers’ Reading and Math Scores Remain Below Pre-Pandemic Levels, US Results Show
Despite modest gains over the past three years among 9-year-olds, test scores for 9- and 13-year-olds in math and reading are below levels before 2020.
US Colleges Missing the Mark in Training Reading Teachers, New Report Says
Too many programs still teach debunked methods like cuing children to guess words they don’t know.
FBI Searches California Aerospace Plant Where Chemical Tank Overheated
Investigators planned to seize evidence, paperwork, and other items related to last month’s incident.
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Nearly Half of US Firms Surveyed Hold Back on China Investment Despite Profits
A survey says tariffs, export controls, weak demand, Chinese competition, and procurement barriers continue to weigh on expansion plans.
AI Security Startup Cyera Raises $600 Million in Latest Funding Round
Cyera’s rapid rise in valuation underscores growing demand for data security alongside widespread AI adoption in modern enterprises.
Democratic Party, Leaders Coalesce Behind Controversial Maine Senate Nominee Platner
National Democrats backed Graham Platner hours after his primary win as Republicans opened the general election with an attack ad against him.
Investigation Reveals 1 in 4 Popular Grocery Items Contains Excessive Additives
Many of the products could be consumed within the same day, resulting in ‘cumulative exposure to multiple additives of concern,’ the report said.
US Inflation Surges to Highest Level Since April 2023
Early indicators suggest that inflation could be stabilizing.
What to Know About the Delayed $14 Billion Arms Sale to Taiwan
A Senate hearing was told the arms were delayed due to the conflict with Iran. President Trump called the sale a ‘good negotiating chip’ in China talks.
Graham Platner Wins Maine Senate Democratic Nomination, Locking in Face-Off With Collins
Democrats are looking to flip the seat held by Sen. Collins
Day in Photos: 250th Independence Flyover in New York, Taiwan Army Rocket Exercise, and Capitol Hill Bear
A glimpse into the world through the lens of photography.
House Passes Bill to Fund ICE, Border Patrol, Sending Measure to Trump
The bill provides $70 billion to fund ICE and Border Patrol through Jan. 20, 2029.
Treasury Department Guidance Restricting Green Credits Struck Down by Judge
The lawsuit argued that the rule change would make electricity more expensive and stop renewable energy projects from being built.
5 Takeaways From New Medicaid Work Requirements
Some beneficiaries will find it harder to qualify for protective exemptions, according to experts.
Vance Refers Fraud Allegations Involving Minnesota Governor, AG for DOJ Investigation
A House Oversight Committee report alleged that senior state officials were ‘aware of widespread taxpayer fraud’ in Minnesota’s social service programs.
Flesh-Eating Screwworm Spreads Outside Texas as More Cases Detected
Officials said an infected dog previously reported as a Texas case was actually the first case in New Mexico. Five cases have been identified.
