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New York Civil Trial to Examine Liability in Teen Gender Surgery Case
The trial will determine liability for medical providers accused of malpractice in a gender dysphoria treatment involving surgery on a 16-year-old patient.
Trump Urges Cuba to Strike Deal With US After Oil, Money Cut Off From Venezuela
Venezuela was Cuba’s top source for oil imports, which have largely been cut off since Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro’s capture by U.S. forces.
ICE Agent Involved in Shooting Is Getting Death Threats, Border Czar Says
‘He’s been doxxed. People are threatening to kill him,’ Homan said in a recent interview.
California Farming CEO Flags Investment Pitfalls, Urges Sustainable Focus
The sixth-generation farmer said most institutional investors in California farmland focus on almonds, a crop that struggles in other regions.
Greenland’s Political Leaders Rebuff Trump’s Takeover Talk
At a press briefing, White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said the U.S. president would not rule out the use of military force to acquire Greenland.
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US Warns Americans to Leave Venezuela Immediately
The advisory comes a week after American military forces conducted a mission to capture Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro.
Schools Increasingly Consider Rewarding Teachers for Results, Not Seniority
Merit-based pay for teachers improves student performance and retains good teachers, school leaders say.
Member of Chinese Money Laundering Network Charged With Laundering Millions in Drug Proceeds
If convicted, Lin Yan, of California, faces up to 20 years in prison, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office.
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US, Partners Launch New Strikes on ISIS Targets in Syria
The strikes are part of a continuing bombing campaign in response to a Dec. 13 ISIS attack that killed two U.S. troops and a civilian interpreter.
US Operations in Venezuela Shatter Beijing’s Influence in Latin America: Analysts
China’s inaction following Nicolás Maduro’s capture by the United States exposes its unreliability, one expert said.
Judge to Block Trump Admin From Ending Family Reunification Parole Programs
The parole program allows U.S. citizens and green card holders to bring foreign relatives to the United States.
Trump Calls for Temporary 10 Percent Cap on Credit Card Interest Rates
The cap’s proposed start date coincides with the anniversary of Trump’s second-term inauguration.
Minnesota Daycare Center Featured in Viral Video Closes
The daycare is one of many centers that have been subject to scrutiny amid alleged wide-scale welfare fraud in Minnesota.
US Federal Workforce Numbers Drop to Lowest Level Since 2015
The Department of War is the largest employer with around 709,352 workers, accounting for more than 34 percent of the total.
Trump Cancels Second Wave of Attacks Against Venezuela After Prisoner Release
Trump also said that at least $100 billion would be invested by major oil companies in Venezuela’s energy sector.
Venezuela Frees Political Prisoners in Bid to ‘Seek Peace’
Among those released are two prominent Venezuelan opposition figures, according to local rights groups.
Judge Disqualifies DOJ Attorney Investigating New York AG Letitia James
New York Attorney General Letitia James had argued John Sarcone was illegally appointed to the post.
Atlanta Fed Nearly Doubles Q4 Growth Estimate to 5.4 Percent After Strong Data
Stronger economic data and delayed releases point to more robust U.S. growth momentum toward the end of the year.
US Nuclear Energy Industry Poised to Power Up, but Bottlenecks Loom
Experts told a House panel ‘first mover’ reactor projects need federal assurances as Democrats warned Trump administration moves undermine bipartisan support.
US Proposes Relaxing Penalties on Airlines for Consumer Protection Violations
The decision complies with an executive order that called for federal overreach to be curbed.
Guyana: The Little Caribbean Country With a Big Role to Play in Trump’s Regional Shift
With all eyes on Venezuela, its oil-rich neighbor could be pivotal in implementing Trump’s strategy for the region.
