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Public Health Groups Sue FDA Over E-cigarette, Nicotine Pouch Guidance
The lawsuit alleges that FDA is allowing tobacco products to enter the market without the required full review of the items.
US Launches New Round of Strikes Targeting Iran’s Ability to Threaten Hormuz Shipping
The latest attacks mark the fifth consecutive day of U.S. strikes targeting Iran’s ability to project force into the Gulf and attack oil tankers.
Treasury Sanctions Iran-Linked Shipping Network
U.S. officials said the network relied on shell companies and overseas businesses to hide its ties to Iran while moving sanctioned oil around the world.
Seattle Seahawks Sell to Khosla Family for $9.6 Billion
The Khosla family most notably contains venture capitalist Vinod Khosla, who has given checks to OpenAI, DoorDash, Stripe, and other notable tech companies.
Inside the Race to Fix America’s Gas Pipelines Amid AI Center Boom
The rise of power-hungry data centers is posing a new challenge to the nation’s aging natural gas pipeline infrastructure.
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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.
Education Department Launches K-12 Initiative to Protect Students From Sexual Predators
Educational institutions that do not comply with legal mandates protecting students from sexual misconduct stand to lose federal funding.
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Critical NYC Power Line Down as City Faces Hot Weather
New York’s grid operator said the grid can’t handle 3 days of 95-degree weather in a row.
Lonsdale Warns US Patent Disclosures Give China a Technology Opening
The technology investor said Chinese actors use U.S. filings for commercial gain as American inventors face territorial limits and costly overseas enforcement.
China Detains American Citizen on Spying Charges
The U.S. has raised the case directly with Chinese officials and called for the researcher’s release, the State Department said.
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.
US Small Business Optimism Rebounds but Inflation Concerns Jump to Near 2-Year High
High interest rates and modest economic growth are prompting small businesses to approach hiring and capital spending with ‘caution.’
Lifetime Cost of New US Gas-Fired Power Hits 15-Year High, Solar Costs Jump 18 Percent: Lazard
Tariffs, elevated borrowing costs, and supply chain pressures are raising construction costs across the U.S. power sector, Lazard said.
What to Know About Darline Nordone, Lindsey Graham’s Sister Appointed to Fill His Seat
Graham was known to have a close relationship with his sister, who has been appointed to finish out the remaining months of his term.
South Carolina Governor Appoints Graham’s Sister to Fill His Senate Seat
Trump called on Henry McMaster to pick Graham’s sister, Darline Graham Nordone, to serve in the interim.
Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Hits More Than Half of US States: CDC
Cases are rising quickly in Michigan, and also being recorded in dozens of other states.
US State Department Tells Americans to Avoid Congo Due to Ebola
Congo has been struggling with an outbreak of Ebola for months.
World Leaders, US Officials Pay Tribute to Late Sen. Lindsey Graham
Tributes poured in for the South Carolina senator after his sudden death on July 11.
Credit Availability Index for Cars Hits 10-Year High
Nearly 74 percent of auto loan applications were approved in June.
