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Federal Reserve Minutes Reflect Ongoing Divergence Over Interest Rates
Monetary policymakers continued debating whether employment or inflation were greater risks to the U.S. economy.
Homeland Security Looks to Fast-Track Demolition of Vacant Historic Buildings in DC
The western campus of St. Elizabeths is where DHS is headquartered. The department said the buildings need to be torn down for security reasons.
US, Allied Forces Have Killed or Captured More Than 2 Dozen ISIS Operatives in Syria
The operations, along with the U.S. military’s previous large-scale strike, were in retaliation for an attack on American forces by an ISIS gunman.
DOJ Sues Virginia Over In-State College Tuition for Illegal Immigrants
The case adds to lawsuits the Trump administration has brought against states that offer aid to illegal immigrants but not out-of-state U.S. citizens.
Investors Scoop Up 40 Percent of Vacant Lots Sold After Los Angeles Fires: Report
Meanwhile, fire zone housing value tops $46 billion, according to a new Zillow analysis.
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Trump Is Global Newsmaker of the Year: Epoch Times Readers’ Choice
Trump was selected from a shortlist of 10 global and domestic leaders who dominated the news this year.
Education Department Has Rejected Over 300,000 Requests for Lower Student Loan Repayments
The American Federation of Teachers previously sued Trump to maintain the existing arrangement for student borrowers.
Meta to Buy Chinese-Founded AI Startup Manus
The acquisition underscores Big Tech’s push to scale autonomous AI tools while keeping Manus service operating independently.
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Former IBM Chief Louis Gerstner Dies at 83
IBM’s current CEO credited Gerstner with reshaping the company during a period of crisis.
Trump Says Netanyahu Pardon ‘On Its Way’; Israeli President’s Office Suggests Otherwise
Netanyahu is the first Israeli prime minister to be charged with a crime while in office.
Trump Admin Agrees to Review Stalled NIH Grants in DEI Legal Battle
The grant application process was halted under a policy targeting diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
Trump Admin Launches $50 Billion Rural Health Transformation Program
Authorized under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, the initiative aims to undo decades of declining rural health outcomes without rolling out new infrastructure.
Judge Orders Charlie Kirk Murder Suspect Tyler Robinson Hearing Be Made Public
Utah Judge Tony Graf said in a hearing that an Oct. 24 transcript would be released with some redactions by the end of Dec. 29.
US Banking Industry: Solid Year, Risks Ahead
Banks face risks from securities losses, margin loans, and private equity in 2026.
Sen. Schmitt Introduces Legislation to Protect Americans From China’s Lawfare
Beijing has retaliated against a U.S. court ruling on COVID-19 by suing the senator in a Chinese court.
Coal Plants to Remain Open to Prevent Blackouts in Midwest: Energy Secretary
The coal plant units, scheduled to cease operations in December, will now remain open until March 23, 2026.
Beijing Sanctions US Defense Companies Over Taiwan Arms Sale
The routine retaliation, which targeted 20 companies and 10 executives, followed the approval of a $11.1 billion U.S. arms sales package to Taiwan.
Death Toll From UPS Plane Crash in Kentucky Rises to 15
UPS Flight 2976 crashed shortly after takeoff from the Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport on Nov. 4.
Mortgage Rates Dip to 6.18 Percent as Home Sellers Outnumber Buyers
Among the 50 most populous U.S. metropolitan regions, Austin, Texas, was the strongest buyer’s market last month.
5 Key Findings From the Pentagon Report on China’s Military
The Pentagon has provided Congress with an annual assessment of China’s military expansion since 2000.
Bringing Christmas Cheer to Americans in Disaster Recovery Zones
From toy drives to a visit from Santa, holiday cheer still reaches those struggling after a catastrophe.
