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Bill Gates Says He Never Should Have Met With Epstein
Gates met with Jeffrey Epstein on multiple occasions.
State Department Says It Has Dismantled Birth Tourism Visa Networks
The department said U.S. visas are not a right but a privilege and vowed to take further action to prevent ’this abuse‘ and ’dismantle birth tourism networks.’
Trump Asks Congress for Short-Term Extension of FISA Surveillance Program as Deadline Nears
The president called for a temporary extension of Section 702 as Democrats block renewal over his pick of Bill Pulte to lead U.S. intelligence.
Mortgage Demand Surges Despite Rising Interest Rates
The average 30-year fixed mortgage rate rose 9 basis points to 6.6 percent.
‘The Capitol’: History of an Iconic Structure
The center of American government in our nation’s capital holds an intriguing history.
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Interior Announces $461 Million for Parks, Playgrounds, Trails
The investments will support projects that improve the quality of life for local people, the department said.
US Colleges Missing the Mark in Training Reading Teachers, New Report Says
Too many programs still teach debunked methods like cuing children to guess words they don’t know.
Rep. Valadao to Face Progressive Challenger in California Central Valley District
A new map made the district tougher for Rep. Valadao, who faces Democratic fire for backing Medicaid cuts. The race could tip the House balance of power.
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Nippon Steel to Double Investment in US Steel’s Pennsylvania Facility
An investment update from the U.S. subsidiary of Nippon Steel outlined $2.5 billion in planned investments—up from the initial $1 billion figure.
GOP Challengers to Take on Incumbent Democrats in 3 Key Nevada House Races
State Sen. Carrie Buck, composer Marty O’Donnell, and rancher Cody Whipple win June 9 Republican primaries, will vie for Las Vegas-area House seats in November.
Trump Admin Warns Hospitals to Post Prices or Face Fines
The administration notified more than 500 hospitals that they are not in compliance with federal rules on price transparency.
Doctor Appointed to Lead NIH’s Infectious Disease Institute
Dr. John Powers III is serving as acting director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases.
US Launches Strikes on Iran in Response to Downing of Helicopter
Trump had earlier vowed to retaliate, hours after he announced negotiations with Tehran were in their ‘final throes.’
NIH Researchers Facing Charges Had Brought Viral Samples on Planes Before: Emails
‘Numbnuts lost the first shipment,’ one wrote.
SNAP Benefits Go to 186,000 Dead People–And Stopping Them Might Be Difficult
In one case, the name of a 14-year-old shooting victim in Los Angeles was used for two decades to claim benefits, including SNAP, worth more than $280,000.
Trump Becomes First Sitting President to Attend NBA Finals Game
The Knicks entered the game against the Spurs riding a 13-game winning streak, but they were beaten 115-111.
The $1.25 Trillion Credit Card Bill—What to Know
Credit card delinquencies and unpaid student loans are the ‘biggest trouble spots,’ says one Bankrate analyst.
Trump Says Israel, Iran Looking for Immediate Ceasefire, After He Called for End to Attacks
The president first urged both sides to stop ’shooting' immediately before announcing peace talks were moving forward.
Israel Strikes Iran After Tehran’s Missile Attack
Iranian state television said the Israeli attack forced the closure of airspace around Tehran’s Imam Khomeini International.
