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US Imposes 25 Percent Tariff on Some Brazilian Imports Over Negotiation Impasse
Brazil said there was ‘no justification’ for the measures, vowing a challenge through the World Trade Organization.
Trump Says He May Eliminate Iran’s IRGC Like He Did ISIS
The president’s remarks came amid intensifying U.S. military operations against Iran and Tehran’s attempts to restrict Gulf shipping flows.
Springfield Residents, Haitian Nationals Brace for End of Temporary Protected Status
The influx of Haitians over recent years has caused frustration for many locals in the western Ohio city.
House China Committee Presses for Rule Barring Federal Research Ties to Blacklisted Entities
The National Science Foundation plans a similar restriction in fiscal 2027. One Democrat says staffing and budget cuts weaken enforcement.
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Minnesota and Canada Wildfires Spill Smoke Across Northeast
Major East Coast population centers are beset by heavy smoke.
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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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.
26 Employees Sue Meta, Allege Unfair AI Selection for Layoffs
The suit alleges Meta’s AI algorithms failed to account for protected leaves and disproportionately scored workers on leave.
Hegseth Announces New Mandatory Military Testosterone Tests
The screenings, the Pentagon chief said, will be mandatory for service members who are eligible, but treatment would be voluntary.
White House Launches Cybersecurity AI Initiative for Critical Infrastructure
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said Washington is taking a ‘wartime footing’ in cyberspace by using AI to detect and fix security flaws faster.
Experts Ruled Out Vaccines in Deaths of Twins, Prosecutors Say
The twins’ mother has been charged with murder.
DOJ Launches Global Trade Fraud Unit Targeting Tariff Evasion, Forced Labor
The mission of the global trade enforcement unit will be to prosecute criminal import, trade, and other fraud offenses that undermine American industries.
Iranian-Born Man Guilty of Shipping US Tech to Iran
An Iranian-born man was convicted of conspiring to illegally export sensitive U.S.-made electronic components to Iran that were used in military drones.
Revised Russian Sanctions Bill Introduced in Honor of Sen. Lindsey Graham
The revised Russian sanctions bill would apply tariffs to the top five purchasers of Russian oil and natural gas.
Appeals Court Reverses Block on Postal Service Changes
The district judge did not have jurisdiction to block the changes in 2020, appellate judges said.
Trump Hosts Iraqi PM Ali al-Zaidi for Talks on Energy, Security
The two leaders discussed energy, security, and the war with Iran, and added an impromptu lunch to continue the meeting.
Trump Admin Restricting Direct Return of US Citizens From Congo Over Ebola Outbreak
Non-citizens had already been prohibited from entering the United States within 21 days of being in Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan.
Trump Threatens Strike on Iran’s Deep-Buried Pickaxe Mountain Nuclear Site
Trump warned Iran to ‘be ready’ as he threatened the underground complex near Natanz, one of Tehran’s most heavily protected nuclear facilities.
Trump Gives Some Chemical Makers a 2-Year Break From Biden-Era Emissions Limits
The president said the 2024 EPA rules placed ‘substantial burdens’ on chemical manufacturers whose products are vital to national security.
