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Here’s How This Shutdown Was Different Than Others
In a time of deep divisions, both sides see an advantage in leveraging funding deadlines for political advantage.
Pepsi Says It Will Release Doritos and Cheetos Without Artificial Flavors
The original versions of the products will also remain available.
Judge Weighs Attempts to Dismiss Comey, James Cases Over Prosecutor’s Appointment
Former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James argued Halligan was invalidly appointed.
Maine Democrat Drops Senate Bid, Joins Race for House Seat
Wood said in his announcement that his decision was partially prompted by the announcement that Jared Golden.
Washington Commanders Select Architect to Design Stadium
HKS was behind several stadiums: SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California; U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis, Minnesota; and the AT&T Stadium in Arlington, Texas.
Experts Identify All 14 Victims of UPS Plane Crash
Plane crash victims were identified with DNA, medical and dental records, according to Jefferson County Coroner Jo-Ann Farmer.
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Oklahoma Hazmat Incident Displaces Hundreds, Injures Dozens
Officials are still investigating the leak of anhydrous ammonia from a truck parked behind a hotel in Weatherford, Oklahoma.
Florida Board of Education Approves Plan to Add History of Communism to Curriculum
A comprehensive history of communism instruction will become a part of the state’s social studies academic standards.
Newsom’s Former Chief of Staff Indicted on Public Corruption Charges
A 23-count indictment alleges that Dana Williamson conspired to defraud the U.S. government between 2022 and 2024.
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US Sanctions Global Entities Supporting Iran’s Missile, Drone Capabilities
‘Iran exploits financial systems to ... procure components for its nuclear and conventional weapons programs,’ a Treasury Department official said.
Around 1,000 Flights Canceled Thursday After Government Shutdown Ends
Around 996 flights were canceled and 906 were delayed as of Thursday morning at 11:00 a.m. ET, according to a tracking website.
US Bishops Ban Transgender Surgical and Hormonal Procedures at Catholic Hospitals
According to the Catholic Health Association (CHA), one in seven patients in the United States is cared for by a Catholic hospital every day.
Boeing Ordered to Pay More Than $28 Million to Family of 737 MAX Crash Victim
Shikha Garg was 32 when Ethiopian Airlines Flight 302 crashed shortly after taking off.
Supreme Court Sets January Hearing on Trump’s Bid to Fire Fed Governor Lisa Cook
The federal government argues ‘improper judicial interference’ prevented the August firing of Lisa Cook. A hearing is set for January.
White House Responds to Epstein Emails, Calling Them Part of ‘Fake Narrative’
‘These emails prove absolutely nothing other than the fact that President Trump did nothing wrong,’ White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt said.
Trump Defends H-1B Visa Program, Says US Still Needs Foreign Talent
The president’s comments highlight a push to balance tougher immigration enforcement with industry calls for more skilled workers amid persistent shortages.
Trump Signs Bill to Reopen Government, Ending Record-Long Government Shutdown
The bill’s passage marked an end to the 43-day shutdown.
Trump: Crime in Chicago Down Since ‘Operation Midway Blitz’ Began
The two-month immigration enforcement operation has resulted in more than 3,000 arrests so far.
Reopening the Government: Here’s What to Know About the Impact
Federal workers get back pay, food aid resumes, and flights stabilize—but some fallout could take weeks to mend or never fully recover.
Hundreds More Flights Cancelled as FAA Raises Air Travel Reductions to 6 Percent
The FAA said the reductions were needed to ensure flight safety as unpaid and overworked air traffic controllers began to show signs of fatigue.
US Government Agencies Terminate 67 Wasteful Contracts Worth $1.4 Billion: DOGE
Democrats have raised concerns about DOGE’s activities, particularly regarding the data privacy of Americans.
Judge Upholds West Virginia National Guard Deployment to DC
A state group had challenged Gov. Patrick Morrisey’s deployment order as unlawful.
