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IRS Urges Americans to Prepare Early for 2026 Filing as New Law, Adjustments Take Effect
Agency officials said the new law—signed by President Donald Trump earlier this year—will significantly affect federal taxes, credits, and deductions.
Chinese National Pleads Guilty in Florida to Gift Card Fraud Scheme
‘Gift card fraud schemes like this prey on unsuspecting consumers and erode trust in our everyday retail systems,’ a U.S. attorney said.
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She Was Labeled the Original ‘Anti-Vaxxer,’ Now She’s Feels Vindicated
First rising to the spotlight as a model, actress, and television host, Jenny McCarthy faced backlash for her autism awareness advocacy.
Hagen Schulz Keeps Small Skiing Businesses Alive in America
A business in the little town of Pine Island, New York, keeps ski slopes open for millions across the country.
US Extends Tariff Exclusion on Some Chinese Goods for 1 Year Following Trade Truce
The decision follows the economic and trade deal recently struck between Trump and Xi, USTR says.
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Trump Says South Africa Won’t Be Invited to 2026 Miami G20 Summit
The president announced the move, which follows the U.S. decision to boycott this year’s Johannesburg event, on Truth Social.
UC–Berkeley Faces Federal Funding Loss Due to Safety Concerns
University leaders are being asked to address the violent protests during the Nov. 10 Turning Point USA event.
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How Saving the Wild Turkey Is Benefiting the American Wild
Conservation effort that brought the iconic bird celebrated on Thanksgiving back from the brink of extinction benefits other species, including some ‘in peril.’
Massive Somali Welfare-Fraud Cases in Minnesota—Here’s What We Know
Billions in taxpayers’ money has been stolen; millions could have gone to terrorists—an allegation that lawmakers are asking federal prosecutors to investigate.
People Are Paying $10 Per Pound for These Turkeys—Here’s Why
Ordinary turkeys sell for an average of $1.35 per pound, so what makes these birds so special?
Doctor Critical of CDC Appointed Second in Command at Agency
Dr. Ralph Abraham has been serving as Louisiana’s surgeon general.
EPA Announces $3 Billion Funding for States to Reduce Lead in Drinking Water
Exposure to lead risks hampering IQ and school performance among children.
Text Messages Reveal Extent of Ex-Aide to Hochul’s Ties to Chinese Consulate, Prosecutors Say
Prosecutors say texts with Chinese consular officers reveal the aide’s close collaboration with the CCP in managing Taiwan’s access to NY state officials.
Consumer Confidence Drops as Shoppers Turn Cautious Ahead of Holidays
Sliding confidence and softer spending raise questions about the year-end outlook despite pockets of strength in early holiday demand.
DOGE Refutes Report That It ‘Doesn’t Exist’ Anymore
The task force says that claims about the cost-cutting agency’s demise are ‘fake news.’
5 Takeaways From the Dismissals of Comey, James Indictments
With an appeal pending, the decision could prevent a future indictment of former FBI Director James Comey.
This Thanksgiving Travel Period Projected to Be Busiest on Record: What to Know
The American Automobile Association estimated that 81.8 million people will travel at least 50 miles from home over the Thanksgiving holiday period.
US Designates Venezuela’s Cartel de Los Soles as Foreign Terrorist Organization
Cartel de Los Soles—or Cartel of the Suns—is an alleged criminal enterprise that the United States says is linked to the Venezuelan regime.
