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11 Contestants Advance to NTD’s 10th International Chinese Vocal Competition Finals
From Puccini to Chinese art songs, the sound of bel canto filled New York City’s Kaufman Music Center.
DOJ Charges Man Who Burned American Flag in Protest of Executive Order
Two charges were filed in Washington, but neither charge focuses on the fact that he burned the flag.
Trump Says Putin, Zelenskyy Trilateral Meeting Still Likely
President Donald Trump expressed doubt that his Russian and Ukrainian counterparts would meet each other without him also being present to moderate.
Newsom Launches New Task Force to Clear Homeless Encampments
The task force will focus on clearing large encampments on state property in California’s 10 most populous cities.
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Potential Fed Rate Cuts, Policy-Driven Investments Raise Bubble Concerns
‘The situation today is surprisingly similar to the IT bubble in the 1990s,’ said one economist. Some believe the potential bubble is far from bursting.
UCLA Loses Top Spot on Best Public University Ranking
UCLA was graded A+ in most metrics, including academics, but a school in Michigan achieved first place this year.
California Governor Announces ‘Crime Suppression’ Surge in Major Cities as Trump Proposes Expanding Federal Intervention
Newsom will deploy the Highway Patrol, while some local law enforcement officials said it won’t help.
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Half of American Schools Require ‘Equitable’ Grading and Most Teachers Are Opposed: Survey
The report identifies five equitable grading practices: unlimited retakes, no late penalties, no zeroes, no homework, and no required participation.
New Jersey Towns Refunding Concealed Firearm License Fees They Consider Discriminatory
Under the plan—implemented by at least six boroughs so far—residents who pay the required $200 license fee can have $150 refunded.
US Trade Deficit Widens as Industrial Imports Surge
Petroleum and industrial supplies drive July’s $103 billion gap, suggesting strong demand in a resilient economy.
Appeals Court Rules Most of Trump’s Tariffs Are Illegal
The judges let the import taxes stay in place while allowing the case to be sent back to a lower court.
Judge Weighs Request to Block Trump’s Firing of Fed Governor Lisa Cook
The president said he would fire Cook after allegations she lied on mortgage forms in 2021, but she says it’s because he wants more control over the Fed.
Fox and YouTube TV Reach Carriage Deal, Preventing Disruption for Subscribers
The two companies had been in negotiations to renew the carrier contract, with YouTube saying this week that Fox channels would go dark if a deal wasn’t struck.
AI Found to Increasingly Replace Young Entry-Level Workers, Stanford Research Shows
Experienced employees with tacit knowledge stand a better chance to hang on to their jobs.
4 Things to Know About Suspect in Minnesota Catholic School Shooting
‘Everything we’ve seen so far is a classic pathway to an active shooter,’ said Minneapolis Police Chief Brian O’Hara.
DHS Asks Military Base Near Chicago for Support on Immigration Operations
White House border czar Tom Homan confirmed the administration’s request.
Trump Targets American Flag Burning With Executive Order: What to Know
The president said burning Old Glory is ‘a statement of contempt, hostility, and violence’ against the nation.
What to Know About the Sudden Cracker Barrel Logo Reversal
The restaurant chain’s profits have fallen nearly 70 percent since 2022, raising doubts about its rebranding strategy.
Shooter at Catholic Church in Minnesota Identified by FBI
FBI Director Kash Patel said the shooting is being investigated as a hate crime against Catholics.
Attorneys for Jack Smith Respond to Federal Watchdog Probe
The Office of Special Counsel is investigating the former special counsel, who had brought two criminal cases against Trump.
