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DOJ Settles With OpenAI for $3.2 Million Over US Worker Discrimination Claims
The AI company and its subsidiary was alleged to have favored temporary visa holders in the green-card recruitment process.
Hegseth Rejects Media Report on US Missile Stockpile Concerns
CNN earlier reported that the U.S. military had used up nearly 80 percent of its missile interceptors since the war with Iran began.
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FBI Foiled 715 Planned Terror Attacks Last Year, Says Director Kash Patel
In December, the FBI shut down four attacks in 30 days, the director said. The attacks were aimed at places of worship, schools, and businesses.
In Race for AI Dominance, China Fans Disinformation in America
As cities and towns across America reckon with power-hungry data centers, the Chinese Communist Party is sowing division.
New York Ophthalmologists to Pay $2.3 Million, Settle Allegations of Fraudulent Medicare Claims
The individuals allegedly submitted medical claims for tests that were not necessary for patients.
Federal Operation Takes More Than 800 Dangerous Truckers Off US Highways
Officials detained dozens of illegal immigrants in the three-day roadside sweep.
Brown University President to Step Down
After nearly 15 years leading the Ivy League school, Paxson cited the need for new leadership to oversee the next planning phase.
Trial Date Set for California’s Lawsuit Against Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger
A trial is set for March 2027 in California’s bid to halt the $110 billion studio deal.
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John James to Face Jocelyn Benson in Race for Michigan’s Next Governor
Benson and James face off in November in a race that experts say is a toss-up.
Former Haitian Police Officer and Naturalized US Citizen Pleads Guilty to Gun Running
Jean Robert Casimir denied selling guns to gangs, stating the weapons were for his security business.
Sen. Collins Will Not Back Blanche for Attorney General
Assuming all Democratic senators vote no, Blanche can only afford to lose two Republicans.
Man Arrested on Arson Charges in Connection With Spokane Wildfire
Officials said the suspect has a prior felony manslaughter conviction in Arizona.
GOP Alleges Campaign to Influence Judges in Climate Lawsuits
Critics say climate-related sections of reference manuals used by judges are biased and lacking in scientific rigor.
64,000 Evacuated as Wildfires Sweep Eastern Washington State
Firefighters continued searching for missing people and battling uncontained blazes.
Fauci Diary Shows Doubts on Effectiveness of COVID-19 Vaccines
Government officials persuaded the CDC director to back away from saying the shots did not prevent transmission or infection, according to the diary.
Iran Denies US Talks, Says Negotiations With Oman Ongoing
Tehran said it is negotiating only with Oman despite Trump’s announcement that U.S.–Iran talks would begin on Monday.
Sen. Moreno Says Rep. Max Miller Should Not Serve in Congress Over Abuse Allegations
Miller has denied the allegations from his ex-wife, Emily Moreno, and questioned why the Ohio senator is calling for him to resign now.
California to Raise Minimum Wage to $17.40 in 2027
Congress has not voted to increase the federal minimum wage since July 2009, although several bills have been introduced.
Epoch Readers Weigh In on How America’s Story Should Be Taught
Most support stronger instruction on civics and the Constitution, plus making the educational system less political.
Justice Department Drops Reflecting Pool Case Against Former Olympian
Lawyers for the former U.S. Olympic canoe racer said the case should have never been brought.
11 Million Packages of Eye Drop Products Recalled Over Sterility Concerns, FDA Says
Vietnam-based Rohto-Mentholatum is recalling several lots of Rohto Cooling Eye Drops of different strengths.
