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US Launches 2nd Round of Iran Strikes on Wednesday, Military Says
The strikes are meant to erode Tehran’s military capabilities used to target ships in the Strait of Hormuz.
Hegseth Announces New Mandatory Military Testosterone Tests
The screenings, the Pentagon chief said, will be mandatory for service members who are eligible, but treatment would be voluntary.
What’s in the $95 Billion Reconciliation Package
There are no offsets in the measure, a possible issue for fiscal hawks.
Pools, Splash Pads May Help Spread Diarrhea Outbreak, Experts Warn
Contaminated water carries the parasite Cyclospora, which could cause an illness with violent symptoms that has spread to 34 states across the United States.
CDC Director Nominee Says She Will ‘Never Betray the Science’ When Asked About Vaccines
Dr. Erica Schwartz said that she will stand up for what is right.
Kelsey Grammer Working on Project to Shore Up History Education That He Says Has Been Lacking
The Emmy Award-winning actor says brilliant founding fathers have not been recognized for the work they did in starting the United States of America.
Seattle Seahawks Sell to Khosla Family for $9.6 Billion
The Khosla family most notably contains venture capitalist Vinod Khosla, who has given checks to OpenAI, DoorDash, Stripe, and other notable tech companies.
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Fort Knox’s $1 Trillion Gold Stockpile ‘Present and Accounted For’: Scott Bessent
The Treasury Secretary said the United States has the largest reserves of gold in the world.
House GOP Releases Blueprint for $95 Billion Reconciliation Package
The package would fund defense, farm aid, and state measures to implement voter ID requirements in elections.
Treasury Sanctions Iran-Linked Shipping Network
U.S. officials said the network relied on shell companies and overseas businesses to hide its ties to Iran while moving sanctioned oil around the world.
Iranian-Born Man Guilty of Shipping US Tech to Iran
An Iranian-born man was convicted of conspiring to illegally export sensitive U.S.-made electronic components to Iran that were used in military drones.
Revised Russian Sanctions Bill Introduced in Honor of Sen. Lindsey Graham
The revised Russian sanctions bill would apply tariffs to the top five purchasers of Russian oil and natural gas.
Appeals Court Reverses Block on Postal Service Changes
The district judge did not have jurisdiction to block the changes in 2020, appellate judges said.
Trump Hosts Iraqi PM Ali al-Zaidi for Talks on Energy, Security
The two leaders discussed energy, security, and the war with Iran, and added an impromptu lunch to continue the meeting.
US Small Business Optimism Rebounds but Inflation Concerns Jump to Near 2-Year High
High interest rates and modest economic growth are prompting small businesses to approach hiring and capital spending with ‘caution.’
Lifetime Cost of New US Gas-Fired Power Hits 15-Year High, Solar Costs Jump 18 Percent: Lazard
Tariffs, elevated borrowing costs, and supply chain pressures are raising construction costs across the U.S. power sector, Lazard said.
Iranian Missiles Strike Emirati Tankers in Strait of Hormuz, Killing 1
The Iranian attacks on commercial vessels have led to the resumption of hostilities with the United States and a surge in oil prices.
12 States Challenge Paramount’s $110 Billion Merger With Warner Bros.
California’s lawsuit claims that the transaction violates federal antitrust laws.
Appeals Court Revives Autism Claims Against Tylenol Manufacturer
A lower court erroneously excluded testimony from multiple experts, the appeals court said.
