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US Consumer Sentiment Blows Past Expectations in July
Pocketbook issues outweigh political and geopolitical developments, the University of Michigan said.
Around 1.5 Million Hand Warmers Recalled Due to Fire Hazards, One Death Reported
The devices have been linked to 15 fires and 350 burn injury reports.
DOJ Announces $350 Million Fraud Crackdown Across Southeast
Since July 4 alone, prosecutors have charged 12 defendants in cases involving more than $90 million.
“Clearly, something was missed.”
The NTSB, in a January report, said the collision was caused by systemic failures in FAA airspace design, safety oversight, and risk management.
Prosecutors Say Charlie Kirk Was Targeted for His Conservative Views
Recently filed documents provide a look at the prosecution’s bid to establish the suspect’s motive.
2 Fields Medals, a Deleted Answer, and China’s Party-Run Education System
China calls the medals a national triumph, but skeptics say the scholars’ overseas research played a key role.
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Medicare Drug Premiums Expected to Rise in 2027
Temporary Part D subsidies will end this year, though experts disagree on how significant the impact will be.
Colorado Set to Ban Detachable Ammunition Magazines for Certain Firearms on Aug. 1
State leaders said public safety, not an attempt to ban guns, is the objective of the new law, which is being challenged by opponents in court.
Bessent Tells China to Fulfill Rare Earth, Farm Goods Commitment
Chinese leader Xi Jinping is expected to visit Washington on Sept. 24, just weeks before the current trade deal is set to expire.
Appeals Court Says Trump Admin Cannot Detain Noncitizens Without Bond Hearings
The ruling adds to the split between circuit courts on the matter.
Fed’s Preferred Inflation Measure Cools Sharply in June
Personal income and spending slowed as months-long elevated prices weighed on consumers.
Iran Threatens US Allies With ‘Harsh Response’ as Regional Fighting Spreads
The warning followed heavy U.S. strikes on Iran and came amid fresh Iranian missile attacks against Jordan and Kuwait.
US Launches Strikes in Response to Iran’s Attempted Missile Attacks
The U.S. attacks on Wednesday were a ‘powerful response’ to Iranian attacks on Tuesday on U.S. forces based in the Middle East, CENTCOM said.
Netanyahu Says New York Trip Will Go Ahead Despite Mamdani’s Arrest Calls
Mamdani urged the Trump administration to enforce the ICC warrant, while Netanyahu and Trump rejected that position.
Energy Department Issues Emergency Order to Secure Power Grid in 17 US States
The action was taken because of the possibility of homes and businesses in affected regions losing power, which would pose a public safety risk.
Wisconsin Governor Declares State of Emergency After Severe Storms
The storms spawned a tornado that caused widespread damage in the Menasha and Appleton areas, according to the governor’s office.
Michigan Democrats Close Senate Primary With Dueling Electability Arguments
El-Sayed and Stevens each told voters they were the stronger general-election candidate against Republican Mike Rogers at their final debate before Aug. 4.
Trump Says US Will ‘Take Out’ Pickaxe Mountain If Iran Doesn’t Make a Deal
The U.S. president said he knows what’s going on at Pickaxe Mountain since the United States has advanced cameras monitoring the site.
Trump Hosts Ukraine’s Zelenskyy for White House Meeting
Earlier this month, Trump announced he was granting Ukraine a license to make Patriot air defense systems.
