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US Navy and Marine Corps Mark 250th Anniversary With Ship Parade
‘There’s no greater projection of American pride, American power, and naval dominance quite like what you’re about to see,’ Vice Admiral John Gumbleton said.
Senate Passes $924 Billion Defense Policy Bill for Fiscal 2026
The bill includes a pay increase for service members and the purchase of new ships and aircraft.
US to Assign 200 Troops to Gaza Task Force, But No Operations in Gaza: Officials
The troops will be tasked with monitoring the peace agreement in Israel while working with other international forces on the ground.
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Los Angeles Makes Numerous Changes After Devastating Palisades Fire: Report
Local fire officials released a review detailing actions taken during and after the fire.
Conservative Student Sees Healing Opportunity in Charlie Kirk’s Legacy
A recent survey highlighted the state of freedom of speech on 257 college and university campuses across the United States.
US Officials Join Celebration of Taiwan’s National Day in California
Taiwan’s National Day commemorates the founding of the Republic of China on Oct. 10, 1911.
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PepsiCo Tops Earnings Estimates on Strong Demand for Healthier Snacks
The company is launching a new platform to expand its ‘no colors, no artificials’ initiative across its snack brands.
Michigan Eliminates Taxes on Tips, Overtime, and Social Security
The measure eliminates the 4.25 percent state levy on tipped and overtime wages and Social Security income, delivering broad tax relief for seniors and workers.
Israeli Cabinet Approves Gaza Cease-Fire Deal
In exchange for all the hostages Hamas is still holding, Israel will release more than 2,000 prisoners, including 250 that are serving life sentences.
Musk Agrees to Settle $128 Million Lawsuit With Former Twitter Executives
The settlement was over severance pay that Twitter’s top executives say they were owed after Musk purchased the platform.
CDC Immunization Safety Office Should Be Separated From Vaccine Promotion: National Academies
‘Pandemic communications sometimes blurred safety monitoring with vaccine promotion,’ one expert said.
6 Ways Vaccine Policy Has Changed Under RFK Jr.
Policies for vaccines against COVID-19 and measles, among other shots, have been updated.
Burgum Says US Taking ‘Extraordinary Steps’ to Foil CCP Market Manipulation
The interior secretary said the Trump administration trade talks are exposing China’s vulnerability as ’the most energy-dependent country in the world.’
Kentucky AG Sues Roblox Over Alleged Failure to Protect Children From Predators
The lawsuit claims that child users are being exposed to ‘violent or sexual situations within the Roblox universe.’
Senators Respond to White House Threats on Back Pay for Furloughed Workers as Shutdown Nears Day 8
A White House Office of Management and the Budget memo questioned whether furloughed employees are entitled to back pay.
China Engaged in Illegal Territorial Expansion, Congress Hears
The CCP is engaged in a decades-long campaign of territorial expansion designed to prevent the U.S. from entering into direct conflict with it, experts said.
Furloughed Federal Workers Not Guaranteed Back Pay: White House
Federal law currently requires that federal workers receive retroactive pay and leave accrual. GOP leaders cite legal analysts, who say it may be unnecessary.
White House Rebuts Report About Social Security Disability Changes
A White House spokesperson said there’s no plan to remove age as a factor to determine an individual’s capacity to work.
Supreme Court Halts Removal of Child Involved in International Custody Dispute
A federal appeals court reversed a lower court ruling that found the child qualified under the Hague Convention.
