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States Sue Trump Administration Over Clean Energy Funding Cuts
A coalition of states has sued to lift a block on billions in congressional funding for Biden-era renewable energy programs.
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As Pentagon Races to Deploy AI, Operational Challenges Highlight Risks
Defense experts say AI is essential in warfare, but it comes with mixed success and unpredictable pitfalls.
Appeals Court Upholds Trump Admin Policy Denying Bond for Illegal Immigrants: What to Know
The ruling gives the federal government an advantage in immigration enforcement, legal experts say.
ICE Repatriates 170 Illegal Immigrants to Cuba
Among the deportees were murderers, kidnappers, rapists, and drug traffickers who were taken into custody from states across the United States, officials said.
Meta Chief Zuckerberg Testifies in High-Stakes Social Media Addiction Trial in Los Angeles
Attorneys for the plaintiff questioned the CEO on allegations that his products targeted young people despite known harms.
More Than 550 Commercial Driving Schools to Close After Checks: Transportation Department
The five-day, on-site investigations yielded hundreds of notices of proposed removals, alleging the schools failed to meet the agency’s basic safety standards.
US Investigating Portland Public Schools for Racial Discrimination
The Oregon district allegedly provides a program and funds to boost academic improvement among black students while avoiding groups such as Native Americans.
Legal Expert Explains the Flip Side of California’s Prop. 19
Proponents said it would boost revenues and create more housing. One critic called it a ‘wolf in sheep’s clothing.’
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Trump Urges UK to Retain Indian Ocean Territory Amid Iran Tensions
Diego Garcia has served as a key hub for U.S. and UK military operations in the Indian Ocean for decades.
White House Calls Democrats’ Counteroffer on DHS Funding ‘Very Unserious’
As the DHS shutdown hits its fifth day, the White House and congressional Democrats do not seem to be nearing a deal.
Hawaii Has Lowest, New Jersey Highest Real Estate Tax Rates in 2026: Report
Meanwhile, only 29 percent of Hawaii’s residents can afford to buy property locally.
US Plans to Deploy More Missile Launchers to the Philippines to Deter China’s Aggression
Washington and Manila vowed to maintain ‘a vigilant posture in the Indo-Pacific to prevent conflict,’ following bilateral talks in Manila.
US Factory Output Jumps, Core Capital Goods Orders Signal Solid Business Investment
Stronger manufacturing production and rising equipment orders point to a tentative rebound in U.S. industrial activity.
Medical Groups Sue FTC Over Probe Into Gender Dysphoria Treatments
The investigation is unconstitutional, the groups allege.
US Releases New Details on Alleged 2020 Chinese Nuclear Test
The blast is not consistent with an earthquake, said one expert: ‘It is ... what you would expect with a nuclear explosive test.’
US Forces Strike 3 Drug Boats, Killing 11: Pentagon
Since September, U.S. forces have struck 42 drug vessels, killing 144 people, according to a U.S. military spokesperson.
Iran Says Agreement on ‘Guiding Principles’ Reached During Geneva Talks With US
Delegations from Washington and Tehran are with officials in the Omani Embassy in the Swiss city for negotiations over the Islamic Republic’s nuclear program.
Rev. Jesse Jackson Dies Aged 84
Jackson’s family announced his passing on Feb. 17, with public observances to be held in Chicago.
NAACP Sues Over 2020 Presidential Election Records FBI Seized in Fulton County, Georgia
The FBI on Jan. 28 carted away roughly 700 boxes of material.
Trump Says Guthrie Kidnappers to Face Death Penalty if She’s Not Returned Alive
Authorities say they believe Nancy Guthrie was abducted.
US Mortgage Delinquencies Increase in the Last Quarter of 2025: Report
Mississippi saw the biggest quarterly jump in delinquency rate, followed by Louisiana and Maryland.
CIA Releases New Video to Recruit Chinese Military Officers as Informants After Xi’s Purge of Top Generals
The video is expected to resonate well with Chinese military personnel amid the internal turmoil caused by the purge, analysts said.
