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Trump Postpones Potential Strikes on Iranian Power Plants, Citing Ongoing Constructive Talks
The Department of War has been instructed to postpone strikes against Iran’s energy infrastructure, initially for five days.
‘Betting the Farm’ on Regenerative Agriculture Pays Off for White Oak Pastures
Regenerative farming pioneer Will Harris is one of the “good ole’ boys” that produced food industrially for years, took a risk, and embraced a shift in mindset.
Supreme Court to Decide if Federal Ballots Received After Election Day Are Counted
An appeals court previously held that a Mississippi law allowing late-arriving ballots to be counted violated federal law.
2,761 Pounds of Illicit Vape Products Seized in Orange County, Hochul Reports
Nearly 29,000 pounds of illegal vape products were seized in Orange and Nassau counties.
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Trump Deploys ICE Agents to Airports to Assist TSA on Monday
The president said border czar Tom Homan will lead the effort.
In the Name of Civics, These Teens Took on the Impossible
The semifinal round of the Presidential 1776 Award national competition is scheduled for May 2 at five American presidential libraries and museums.
Federal Judge Tosses DOJ’s Lawsuit Against California’s Egg Law
The Justice Department was given two weeks to file an amended complaint.
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The State of Private Credit Markets: Investor Sentiment Versus Fundamentals
U.S. private credit defaults eased in February, according to Fitch Ratings.
Returning the Nation’s Cremated Veterans Home
Since 2007, the Missing In America Project has found more than 8,000 unclaimed veterans’ cremated remains and laid them to rest with honors.
A Mother’s Loss Inspires a Documentary as Debate Over Kratom Intensifies
Fans swear Kratom is helpful. Critics say it’s addictive and could be deadly. Researchers are still exploring the complexities of this botanical product.
This Obscure Program Feeds the H-1B Visa—Meet Optional Practical Training
The Trump administration could soon propose changes to OPT, which has grown significantly in recent decades.
US Lifts Sanctions on Iranian Oil Stranded at Sea
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said the United States will ‘use the Iranian barrels against Tehran to keep the price down’ as the war continues.
Dovish or Hawkish? Fed’s Waller, Bowman Debate Next Steps for Interest Rates
The Federal Reserve’s Christopher Waller and Michelle Bowman thought rate cuts were possible this year—the markets disagreed.
US Military Not Preparing to Invade Cuba, Senior General Says
The head of U.S. Southern Command says no drills to seize the island are underway, after President Donald Trump said he anticipated taking it.
Judge Says He’s Ruling Against RFK Jr. Move to Block Gender Dysphoria Procedures for Kids
The health secretary had declared that ‘sex-rejecting procedures for children and adolescents are neither safe nor effective.’
America’s Aging Oil Refinery Infrastructure Sees Renewal Under Trump: Industry Experts
‘We have a recognition that we haven’t built anything in a long time, and we’ve lost the muscle capacity,’ energy economist Trisha Curtis says.
‘No Plan’ to Contain Gas Prices by Restricting US Energy Exports, 2 Cabinet Secretaries Say
Energy Secretary Chris Wright and Interior Secretary Doug Burgum issue identical statements denying rumors the president plans to ban foreign fuel sales.
US May Remove Sanctions on Iranian Oil in Transit to Stabilize Energy Markets: Bessent
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said that the administration will not intervene in oil futures markets.
Senator Calls on Federal Health Authorities to Review China’s Role in US Drug Trials
Sen. Rick Scott flags Bioheng, a China-based company conducting clinical trials in the United States.
FBI Says Suspicious Package at Florida Air Force Base Contained ‘Possible Energetic Materials’
MacDill AFB issued a shelter-in-place order after a threat was made against the Air Force base.
