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Extreme Heat Warnings in Effect Across NYC, Other Major Cities Ahead of July 4
As of Thursday afternoon, it was 98 degrees Fahrenheit in New York City and Boston, and 100 degrees in Philadelphia.
US Vows to Defend Sovereignty as China Enacts ‘Ethnic Unity’ Law
The EU voices concerns about the law’s extraterritorial application, while Taiwan warns it presents an escalation of the CCP’s transnational repression.
Federal Government Sets Work Expiration Dates for TPS Holders for 7 Countries
Notices were issued for Haiti, Syria, Burma, Yemen, Ethiopia, South Sudan, and Somalia.
DOE Moves to Curb Future Appliance Efficiency Mandates
The proposed changes would make it harder for federal regulators to impose new energy-use limits on household appliances and equipment.
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Supreme Court Agrees to Hear Apple’s Appeal of Contempt Finding in Epic Games Lawsuit
A federal judge previously found the company flouted her injunction against anticompetitive business practices.
Six California Cities Ranked Among Top 10 Least Educated in US
Six of the 10 cities are in central California, while the other four cities are in Texas.
Gan Jing World Brings ‘Technology for Humanity’ Streaming Platform to VidCon in California
The platform is guided by its mission, ‘Technology for Humanity,’ and promotes kindness, respect, trust, and moral values.
Largest US Power Grid Issues Alerts as Heat Drives Near-Record Power Demand
PJM Interconnection implemented a series of emergency preparedness measures as extreme heat drives electricity demand.
Trump Rides Freedom Train in North Dakota, Opens Teddy Roosevelt Presidential Library
The president was greeted with historic pageantry as the nation prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary.
Trump Announces Millions in Disaster Aid for 9 States
The declarations were made in the wake of weather-related incidents in recent months including severe storms, flooding, tornadoes, and others.
Trump Reports More Than $1.4 Billion in Income From Family Crypto Ventures
The total includes $635 million from the sale of Trump-themed meme coins.
Justice Department’s Nationwide Fight to Keep Masks on Federal Officers
Democratic officials have accused federal agents of acting as a secret police force. The DOJ says masks are necessary to protect them from further violence.
Social Security Reports a 75 Percent Reduction in National 800 Number Answer Wait Time
Disability hearing wait times have been brought down to 90 days from the previous 266.
Trump Announces Details of First-Ever Midterm Republican Convention
The celebration will highlight successes of what the president calls the ‘Great American Comeback’ in his second term.
Major Egg Producers Reach $3.3 Million Price Settlement
Cal-Maine, Versova, and Hickman’s Egg Ranch will also donate 53 million eggs after authorities alleged they coordinated bids to raise benchmark prices.
What to Know About Andy Burnham, the UK’s Presumptive Prime Minister
The Labour party appears to be uniting behind Burnham, although he could still face a contest if another MP decides to challenge him.
Trump Suggests He May Not Sign Bipartisan Housing Affordability Bill
Once Trump receives the bill, he has 10 days to veto or sign the legislation.
Medicare’s Coming $50 Weight-Loss Drug Benefit: What to Know
Officials expect initial program enrollment to reach the millions at a cost to Medicare of between $1.3 billion and $10 billion per year.
