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Trump Says US in ‘Final Throes’ of Iran Deal, Strait of Hormuz Could Reopen Within Days
The president credited a U.S. blockade of Iranian ports for pushing Iran toward a deal as negotiations enter a final phase.
Five Takeaways from New Medicaid Work Requirements
Some beneficiaries will find it harder to qualify for protective exemptions, according to experts.
Health Team to Monitor Wastewater, Social Media at World Cup for Outbreak Detection
A Georgetown University team will turn a lab into a command center for real-time monitoring of fans from all over the world.
US Navy Establishes Permanent Base in Western Australia to Support AUKUS
The facility will allow nuclear-powered fast-attack submarines from the United States and the United Kingdom to rotate in and out.
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US Flags Alibaba, Baidu, BYD for Allegedly Aiding Chinese Military
The designation prevents the Pentagon from procuring from the listed firms.
Nithya Raman Advances, Will Face Bass for Los Angeles Mayor in November
The city councilmember surged on a wave of mail-in ballots after placing third in early returns behind Bass and reality TV Star Spencer Pratt.
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Trump Becomes First Sitting President to Attend NBA Finals Game
The Knicks entered the game against the Spurs riding a 13-game winning streak, but they were beaten 115-111.
‘Rush: The American Revolution’s Indispensable Doctor’
A new documentary celebrates a Founding Father who deserves a more revered place in American memory.
Anti-Bloating Drug Recalled Over Potential Contamination With Coolant
Multiple lots of Gas-X, an over-the-counter medication sold nationwide, were recalled over a ‘propylene glycol-based coolant’ contamination.
Antares Nuclear Reactor Reaches Criticality, Achieves Major Energy Milestone
This is the first time in more than 40 years that a new, privately developed non-light-water reactor has hit criticality in the United States.
Trump Endorsement Pits Newcomer Against Familiar Face in Deep Red Nevada House Primary
David Flippo has the president’s nod, but some say longtime legislator James Settelmeyer’s local ties will prove decisive in the June 9 Republican election.
Eli Lilly Poised to Suspend Drug Discounts to Large Hospitals
The drugmaker is demanding claims data, alleging some hospitals are double-dipping on federal discounts.
US Adds Nearly $38 Million for Ebola Response, as CDC Warns of 2014-Level Outbreak
The current outbreak involves the Bundibugyo strain of Ebola, which has no approved vaccine or specific treatment.
USDA Says 2nd Screwworm Case Detected in Texas
The case was detected within the ‘established movement control zone,’ the USDA stated.
Wall Street Review: Techs Sell Off Amid Profit-Taking, Rising Bond Yields
The Nasdaq Composite sank by more than 1,000 points on Friday, pushing the week down 4.68 percent.
Trump Says He Considered Special Ops Raid on Iranian Nuclear Sites but ‘Didn’t Want to Be Jimmy Carter’
Trump said a special operation to recover Iran’s nuclear fuel would’ve taken up to two weeks and come with a high risk of U.S. troops being killed.
Senate Passes Bill to Fund ICE, Border Patrol, Sending It to the House
The vote was 52–47. Republicans defeated several amendments that sought to ban the Trump administration’s ‘anti-weaponization’ fund.
Trump Announces Rally in DC to Celebrate Nation’s 250th Birthday
The president said the event would feature performances by country music singer Lee Greenwood and classical crossover artist Christopher Macchio.
Tiananmen Massacre Memorials Span Globe as Remembrance Is Suppressed in China, Hong Kong
Overseas groups held marches, exhibits, candlelight vigils, and forums while victims’ families in Beijing said they were blocked from mourning in cemeteries.
