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Santa Fe, New Mexico Stops Adding Fluoride to Water
The city also kept in place its monitoring of natural levels of fluoride in the water system.
Pro-Palestinian British Speaker Detained, Set for Deportation: DHS
Sami Hamdi was arrested at San Francisco International Airport while in the midst of a speaking tour in the United States.
Kremlin Says Nuclear-Powered Cruise Missile Test Should Not Strain US–Russia Ties
Russian President Vladimir Putin’s spokesman said that nothing about the missile test could worsen relations, as they are ‘already at a minimum.’
Novartis to Buy Avidity Biosciences for $12 Billion to Expand RNA-Based Drug Pipeline
The Swiss drugmaker said the deal would strengthen its neuroscience business with late-stage RNA therapies for rare muscle diseases.
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ExxonMobil Sues California Over Climate Regulations
The lawsuit said SB 253 compels ExxonMobil to supplement its speech with what the company believes is ‘unnecessary.’
‘Showing Up in Droves’—Gen Z Trades Graduation Caps for Hard Hats
The share of Generation Z workers in the construction labor force more than doubled between 2019 and 2023, according to a recent report.
Newsom Confirms He’s Considering 2028 Presidential Bid
California Gov. Gavin Newsom said he will seriously consider a presidential campaign after the 2026 midterms are over.
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Nearly 5 Million Pounds of Chicken Products Recalled Nationwide
The recalled items pose a risk of ‘serious, adverse health consequences or death.’
White House Ballroom a Classical, Beautiful, and Long Overdue Project, Architects Say
‘When you look at classical architecture, it conveys a sense of elegance and majesty. It’s meant to uplift the spirit,’ an architectural designer said.
US, China Agree on Preliminary Trade Framework Before Trump–Xi Meeting
The deal still needs approval of two countries’ leaders.
Trump Says He Won’t Meet With Putin Until There’s a Deal on Ukraine
‘I’ve always had a very great relationship with Vladimir Putin, but this has been very disappointing,’ Trump said.
Early In-Person Voting Begins in New York, New Jersey
New York and New Jersey’s early voting period runs from Oct. 25 through Nov. 2. The general election is Nov. 4.
Trump Sets Off on Asia Tour
The U.S. president is scheduled to meet with Chinese leader Xi Jinping on the last day of his trip in South Korea on Oct. 30.
Investigators Identify Area of Origin Inside Explosives Plant Where Deadly Tennessee Blast Occurred
The ATF pinpointed ‘multiple scientific hypotheses’ regarding what caused the deadly blast at Accurate Energetic Systems.
Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease Outbreak Sickens Nearly 200 in Tennessee Community
The first cases were reported at the end of August, but the county health department wasn’t notified until early September.
Coast Guard Opens Fire on U-Haul at San Francisco Base
The rental truck was seen driving erratically and trying to ram through the entrance of the Coast Guard base, officials reported.
Mortgage Rates Fall to Lowest Level in Over a Year
A homebuyer with a $3,000 monthly budget can now afford a $473,750 home, up from $447,750 a year ago.
SNAP Recipients May Be Unable to Use Saved Food Stamps If Government Doesn’t Reopen
Recipients should be prepared to go to food banks or food pantries, state officials said.
Florida Judge Halts Alligator Alcatraz Lawsuit
The Trump administration said its attorneys have been furloughed during the government shutdown.
