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US Border Patrol Sets All-Time Record With 21,471 Agents Serving
Incentives of up to $60,000 are given to new hires at select locations.
US to Finance 10 Nuclear Reactors With $17.5 Billion in Loans
The funds will reduce construction costs, cover large equipment purchases, and accelerate the rollout of new nuclear reactors, officials said.
White House Requests $87.6 Billion for Iran Operation, Farmers, and Ebola
The Trump administration is asking Congress for $87.6 billion to cover military operations, help for farmers, and international aid.
Teen Climbs out of Disneyland Ride, Slides Down 50-Foot Waterfall
The 13-year-old boy was taken to a hospital and released. An investigation is underway.
Renovated Mountain Lake Park Pools Reopen Just Before School’s Out
The project was funded by state grants through state Sen. James Skoufis.
Dolly Parton Opens Truck Stop in Tennessee
The country music superstar opened her first truck stop on June 24.
FBI Adds 2 Accused Medicare Fraudsters to New Most Wanted List
Combined, the two fugitives are accused of defrauding the government out of hundreds of millions of dollars.
3 Michigan School Districts Face Federal Probes Into Alleged Title IX Violations
One district let a male athlete use the female locker room, which parents said raised the risk of ‘inappropriate, unsafe situations.’
California Senate Passes Pro-Taiwan Resolution for 3rd Consecutive Year
The measure calls for expanded California-Taiwan cooperation and supports Taiwan’s meaningful participation in international organizations.
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Stress Tests Show America’s Banks Can Handle ‘Severe Recession’: Federal Reserve
‘Today’s results underscore the strength of the banking system,’ Michelle Bowman, the Fed vice chair for supervision, said in a statement.
Made-in-China Fireworks Recalled Due to Explosion, Burn Hazards: Agency
The fireworks devices were distributed in Bada Boom Fireworks locations across Pennsylvania.
Chemours Reaches $450 Million Settlement With DOJ in Forever Chemicals Case
The DOJ says the agreement is the first comprehensive settlement by the U.S. government to resolve claims over pollution by a manufacturer of forever chemicals.
Bill Gates Says Epstein Issued ‘Veiled’ Threats Over Affairs
The Microsoft cofounder spoke to members of Congress about his relationship with deceased sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.
Trump Instructs Justice Department to Look Into Gasoline Prices
Trump said that ‘customers are being gouged’ by oil companies.
TSA Seizes 300 Drones During World Cup Events
Violations can result in confiscation of the device plus fines and prison time.
US Provides Experimental Ebola Drug for Trial in Congo
The experimental antibody targets the Ebola virus strain behind the outbreak in central Africa.
Hundreds Charged in $6.5 Billion Healthcare Fraud Crackdown: DOJ
About 450 defendants were charged in a record-setting crackdown on Medicaid and hospice care fraud schemes, officials said.
California Residents Sue Gas Stations, Alleging AI Price Fixing
Walmart, Sam’s Club, and 7-Eleven are some of the defendants in the case.
Interior Department Announces Sweeping New Rules for Federal Oil and Gas Leases
The changes would undo a Biden-era $500,000 bonding rule, update waste standards, and speed up development under the Trump admin’s energy dominance plan.
2 More Charged in Alleged UFC Attack Plot
Federal authorities announced the arrest of additional suspects in an alleged plot to attack the June 14 UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House.
How Extreme Heat Can Affect Players at the FIFA World Cup
Health experts warn if athletes experience a drop in fluids, they could experience a significant decline in performance and decision-making.
FBI Urges Caution Before Clicking on Online Ads, Warns of Cybercriminals
Users could be redirected to fake websites, risking financial fraud and theft of personal information, the agency says.
