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Record 1 in 16 People Worldwide Now Use Drugs, UN Report Says
Out of the 14 million who used drugs via injections, almost 7 million had hepatitis C, 1.7 million were living with HIV, while 1.5 million had both.
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‘Go West, Young Man’: Yellowstone’s Call Echoes Across the Generations
The national park system holds a special place in the American psyche—representing the rugged individualism of our forefathers.
Trump Nominates Former Oklahoma State Trooper Lance Schroyer as ICE Director
Trump and the Homeland Security secretary called for the Senate to quickly confirm Schroyer.
Republicans Spar Amid Latest SAVE Push
While the House has advanced the election integrity bill, the Senate is another story. House Republicans are divided on it as the president renews his advocacy.
Celebrating July 4th and the Country’s 250th Anniversary in Orange County
A sampling of the many celebrations happening across the county.
$100,000 Salary Considered Low-Income in 7 California Counties Amid Affordability Concerns
Seven counties—Santa Cruz, San Francisco, San Mateo, Marin, Santa Clara, Orange, and Santa Barbara—had their low-income cutoffs set at six figures.
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CDC Raises Ebola Response to Highest Level as Outbreak Grows
U.S. officials will send experimental therapy and launch vaccine development efforts.
Lawsuit Alleges University of Minnesota Policies Punish Students Over Pronouns
Students could be disciplined or expelled under the university’s harassment policies, a conservative group’s suit alleged.
Novak Djokovic Joins Private Equity Firm General Atlantic as Global Strategic Adviser
The 24-time Grand Slam champion will help General Atlantic expand into the health and wellness sector.
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The Long Military and Political Journey to Create the American Flag
In ‘This Week in History,’ after more than a year of use, the Grand Union Flag was replaced by America’s official flag—the Stars and Stripes.
Iran Attacks Bahrain After Retaliatory US Airstrikes
Although Iran did not claim the attack on a vessel in the Strait of Hormuz, the IRGC said it had targeted American positions in the region.
CBP Seizes Over 8,000 Pounds of Meth at Border
The encounters came from two separate seizures on the same day in the Laredo Sector of the U.S.–Mexico border.
DOJ Must Unredact More Epstein Files or Explain Why It Cannot: Judge
The hidden information includes the name of a person who apparently sent Jeffrey Epstein a torture video.
Iran Says It Has Right to Control Shipping in Strait of Hormuz After Ship Hit Near Oman
A cargo ship was struck by a projectile while traveling in the strait on Thursday, officials said.
DEA Seeks Independent Review After Claims Agents Allowed Entry of Fentanyl
This comes just a day after New Mexico Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham called for a probe into whether any federal agents violated state law.
Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ to Permanently Close, Gov. DeSantis Says
State officials estimate about 20,000 criminal illegal immigrants were processed through the facility since it opened last year.
Reflecting Pool Liner Was Damaged With a Knife or Razor: National Park Service
The pool at the Lincoln Memorial is being renovated for the upcoming 250th anniversary celebration.
Supreme Court Strikes Down Hawaii’s Gun Restrictions in Major 2nd Amendment Case
Hawaii’s law required gun owners to get permission to carry their weapons in stores and hotels.
US Military Reinstates Some Flu Vaccine Requirements After Texas Training Outbreak
The exception to voluntary policy targets high-risk groups, following more than 220 influenza cases among recruits at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland.
US Border Patrol Bolsters Ranks to Hit Record of 21,471 Agents
Incentives of up to $60,000 are given to new hires at select locations.
Trump Meets With Senate Republicans Amid Push to Pass SAVE America Act
The discussion comes amid disagreements over the elections bill and the Iran war, among other issues.
