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Rubio Meets With Pope Leo at the Vatican
The U.S. secretary of state, who is himself a Catholic, is on a two day visit to Rome, which will also see him meet Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.
Beijing’s Bid to Block US Sanctions on Chinese Refineries Will Have Limited Impact, Analysts Say
‘Beijing, while unwilling to appear weak, faces limited practical scope for retaliation in the international market,’ said one expert.
South Carolina House Committee Advances Bid for Congressional Redistricting
The GOP-led committee moved to reshape the state’s U.S. House map ahead of the 2026 midterm election.
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30 Charged in Alleged Global Insider Trading Ring Targeting Law Firm Secrets
Prosecutors claim attorneys and traders stole confidential merger information and made tens of millions over a decade.
DOJ Alleges UCLA Illegally Used Race in Medical School Admissions
An investigation revealed the school allegedly used different academic metrics for different races when making admission decisions.
California Insurance Regulators Say State Farm Mishandled Wildfire Claims
State Farm denied any mishandling or intentional underpaying of wildfire claims.
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Amazon Opens Logistics Network to Outside Businesses: What It Means
ASCS is a fully integrated, end-to-end logistics service that lets businesses use Amazon’s supply chain to move, store, and deliver products.
5,000 Trees Planted at Cuddebackville Preserve
The project could improve water quality in the Basher Kill stream and lead to recreational development.
‘Muslim-Only’ Water Park Event Canceled by Texas City
The event was to celebrate Eid al-Adha, an annual Islamic celebration, and was promoted as being for only Muslims.
Federal Appeals Court Rejects Detention of Illegal Immigrants Living in US Without Bond
The 11th Circuit’s decision deepens a divide among multiple federal appeals courts that have ruled on the issue.
US Prepares Visa Sanctions on China as Deportation of Chinese Nationals Stalls
The move comes only days before President Donald Trump’s scheduled trip to Beijing.
Millions of iPhone Owners Could Get Up to $95 in Settlement: 5 Things to Know
A proposed order affects some iPhone 15 and iPhone 16 customers who bought the devices between June 10, 2024, and March 29, 2025.
Bipartisan Group of Senators Urges State Department to Release Funds to Vaccine Group
The government must release allocated money to Gavi, the senators said.
Most Trump-Backed Challengers Defeat Indiana Republicans Who Rejected Redistricting
Trump endorsed GOP challengers in seven state Senate races where incumbents had opposed a congressional redistricting bid backed by the president.
US Proposes UN Security Council Resolution to Reopen Strait of Hormuz
Rubio said he is unsure whether the resolution can survive a permanent veto from Russia or China.
Republicans Claim Fundraising Advantage Over Democrats 6 Months From Midterms
It comes as Democrats say they are targeting eight more House seats.
Trump Says Iran War Could Stretch 2 to 3 More Weeks
‘We either make the right deal, or we win very easily,’ the president said.
The Complicated Reality Behind High Gas Prices
U.S. gas prices have jumped as the Iran war disrupts global supply, exposing America’s ties to world markets despite its energy independence.
DOJ Sues Minnesota to Block Climate Lawsuit Targeting Energy Companies
Federal lawyers said Minnesota is using consumer-protection laws to regulate greenhouse gas emissions beyond its borders.
One Person Shot Following Officer-Involved Shooting in Washington: Secret Service
Residents are urged to avoid the area of the shooting, which occurred at 15th Street and Independence Avenue in Washington.
