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Viral Outbreak Prompts CDC Travel Advisory for Costa Rica
The chikungunya virus can cause symptoms including fever, muscle pain, nausea, fatigue, and a rash, officials say.
US Designates 2 More Mexican Cartels as Terrorist Organizations
The State Department designated the Juárez Cartel and Los Viagras as foreign terrorist organizations and specially designated global terrorists.
Lengths of Student Visas Capped Under New Homeland Security Rule
The current system gives many students no fixed departure date. The new rule says that after four years, a student must apply for an extension.
CIA Director Credits Drones, AI With Halting Russian Advances in Ukraine
CIA Director John Ratcliffe said the average life expectancy for a new Russian recruit arriving on the battlefields of Ukraine is 20 to 30 minutes.
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US Offers Grants to European Organizations That Share Concerns of Trump Administration
Funds totaling $5 million are on offer to civil society groups in Europe campaigning around issues such as free speech, censorship, and mass immigration.
Kelsey Grammer Working on Project to Shore Up History Education That He Says Has Been Lacking
The Emmy Award-winning actor says brilliant founding fathers have not been recognized for the work they did in starting the United States of America.
1 Dead, 3 Missing After Boat Sinks in San Francisco Bay Near Alcatraz
Authorities concluded their search on Wednesday evening and reported that three people are still missing.
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Jeffries Says House Democrats Oppose Any GOP Stock Trading Ban That Doesn’t Cover President, Cabinet
The Stop Insider Trading Act would bar members of Congress and their spouses from buying stocks.
Ex-Fed Adviser Sentenced to 38 Months for Passing Sensitive Info to China
‘John Rogers spent years secretly funneling sensitive Federal Reserve information to Chinese spies,’ U.S. Attorney Jeanine Ferris Pirro said.
Medicare to Reward Doctors for Health Outcomes Rather Than Services Alone
Proposed payment rules for 2027 will prioritize accountable care organizations, rewarding physicians for maintaining patient wellness.
EU Signs Pact With Ukraine on Joint Weapons Production
European and Ukrainian drone production is expected to begin joint production by the end of the year.
Key Takeaways From DNI Nominee Jay Clayton’s Confirmation Hearing
The Senate Intelligence Committee pressed the DNI nominee for answers on election integrity, top threats, and the Intelligence Community’s independence.
House GOP Releases Blueprint for $95 Billion Reconciliation Package
The package would fund defense, farm aid, and state measures to implement voter ID requirements in elections.
Trump Says ICE Should Resume Traffic Stops After Deadly Maine Encounter
Trump praised the tactic as an effective crime-fighting tool after a fatal shooting in Maine prompted a temporary nationwide pause for policy review.
Trump Says FBI Wasting Time If It Probes Conspiracy Theories About Graham’s Death
‘I don’t see a lot of evil there,’ Trump said of Sen. Lindsey Graham’s death.
Man Fleeing ICE Agents Struck, Killed by Semi-Truck in Florida
A 28-year-old died after running from federal agents at St. Augustine gas station.
Senate Democrats Block Defense Spending Bill From Advancing
Democrats said the resumption of the war in Iran was a factor behind their opposition to the motion.
Darline Graham Nordone Sworn Into Brother’s Senate Seat
Darline Graham Nordone became the first female to represent South Carolina in the Senate.
California Offers $3,500 EV Rebates to First-Time Buyers
The rebate would be valid for first-time purchasers of new EVs up to $50,000 and one for $1,750 would be available for purchases of used EVs up to $25,000.
