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Day in Photos: Teotihuacan Reopens, Illegal Sand Quarry, and Youth Detention Center
A glimpse into the world through the lens of photography.
Federal Agencies Use Less Than 60 Percent of Federal Building Space: Report
None of the more than 9,700 federal buildings managed by 22 agencies meets the 60 percent utilization threshold, government data shows.
Supreme Court Considers Immigration Status of Chinese Green Card Holder Convicted of Counterfeiting
Muk Choi Lau’s attorneys argue he was entitled to be admitted to the country because he hadn’t yet been convicted.
Senate Rejects Democratic Bid to End Iran Conflict for 5th Time
Sen. Rand Paul was the only Republican to vote in favor of ending the war, while Sen. John Fetterman was the only Democrat to vote against.
FCC Seeks Public Comment on TV Ratings, Parental Warnings on Gender Content
Parents say gender identity issues are being included in children’s programs without disclosure, the agency said.
US Forces Turn Away 31 Vessels at Naval Blockade Against Iran: CENTCOM
CENTCOM denied media reports of vessels evading the blockade.
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Gas Prices Will Return to Low Levels After Iran Conflict Ends, Bessent Says
The prices could be ‘perhaps lower’ than when the war with Iran began, the Treasury secretary says.
Los Angeles Schools Move to Limit Classroom Screen Time
The new policy follows an earlier cellphone ban as the district seeks balance between technology use and student well-being.
Feds Uncover DC-Area International Car Theft Ring
Six people were charged in connection to the alleged scheme connected to Africa, authorities reported.
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Top Wall Street Law Firm Apologizes to Judge for AI Hallucination in Court Filing
The law firm told a federal judge that a motion contained inaccurate citations and other mistakes linked in part to AI hallucinations.
Senate Democrats to Force Series of Amendment Votes on ICE Funding Bill
Minority Leader Chuck Schumer previewed Wednesday’s ‘vote-a-rama’ strategy as Republicans push toward final passage of the $70 billion package.
Iran Attacks, Seizes 2 Container Ships After Trump Extends Ceasefire
Shipping came under Iranian fire in the Strait of Hormuz region after the United States prolonged a truce while maintaining maritime pressure on Tehran.
Senate Moves Forward on $70 Billion Measure to Fund ICE, Border Patrol
Republicans will use the budget reconciliation process to pass a bill that funds immigration enforcement, ending a 67-day standoff.
Southern Poverty Law Center Charged With Fraud Over Payments to Informants in Extremist Groups
The DOJ alleges that the Southern Poverty Law Center defrauded donors by raising $3 million to pay informants in white supremacist and other extremist groups.
Fewer People Getting Measles Vaccine Because of Government COVID Actions: RFK Jr.
The health secretary pushed back on assertions that he is responsible for the spike in measles cases in recent months.
US Military Ends Influenza Vaccine Mandate
‘The War Department continues to take decisive action to once again restore freedom and strength to our joint force,’ the secretary of war said.
Transportation Department to Invest $7 Billion in Rail Projects
The United States has fewer metro miles per capita in operation than any other G7 nation.
Day in Photos: Shooting in Louisiana, Boston Marathon, and Hill of the Seven Colors
A glimpse into the world through the lens of photography.
Portable Phone Chargers Recalled Again, After Reports of Burn Injuries, 1 Death
Lithium-ion battery in 429,000 devices can ‘overheat and ignite, posing risk of serious injury or death from fire and burn hazards,’ officials, company say.
FBI Director Kash Patel Files $250 Million Defamation Lawsuit Against The Atlantic
The FBI director said in an April 20 complaint that the publication published an article despite being warned about ‘categorically false’ claims.
