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CDC Reports 12 E. Coli Cases, 4 Hospitalizations Linked to Recalled Berries
The berries were sold at Publix stories in eight states, officials said.
Condo Buyers Face Tightened Mortgage Reviews Under New Rules
Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are requiring closer scrutiny of building finances, reserves, and maintenance.
US Intervenes to Support Japanese Yen: Here’s What to Know
Bessent confirmed that the United States participated in ‘coordinated foreign exchange actions’ that ‘countered disorderly yen movements.’
US Manufacturing Momentum Persists With 7th Month of Expansion
‘The efforts to reshore manufacturing could be finally showing up in the data,’ one top U.S. economist said.
Education Secretary Urges University Leaders to Reform Their Institutions
Schools were asked to publish a plan for transparency in admissions, free speech, affordability, academic standards, and prioritizing American interests.
RFK Jr. Clashes With CNN Host on COVID-19 Pandemic Handling, Vaccines
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. appeared on CNN after the release of Dr. Anthony Fauci’s diary.
Interest in a 4-Day School Week Is Growing in Many States
The number of schools with shorter weeks has nearly doubled since 2023, but experts say large-scale evidence of cost-savings or improved performance is lacking.
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Democratic Lawmaker Marcy Kaptur Hospitalized After Hit-and-Run Crash on Way to Church
Toledo Police Chief Michael Troendle says department is ‘committed to identifying’ the driver who fled the scene.
Unchecked Chinese Overcapacity Could Trigger Global Tariffs and Restrictions: Analysts
German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron raised alarm over the widening EU–China trade gap during a joint cabinet meeting.
Iran Denies US Talks, Says Negotiations With Oman Ongoing
Tehran said it is negotiating only with Oman despite Trump’s announcement that U.S.–Iran talks would begin on Monday.
1st ‘Flesh-Eating Bacteria’ Death Reported in Florida This Year: Officials
So far, 12 cases of Vibrio vulnificus have been reported across the state in 2026, Florida health officials reported.
Murders on Pace to Drop to a 126-Year Low Following Illegal Immigrant Deportations: DHS
Federal officials attributed the crime decline in the first half of the year to the administration’s policies.
Canadian Charged in Florida With Illegally Voting
The Melbourne man, 66, faces felony counts after admitting he knew he was ineligible but voted anyway, officials said.
Cook Political Report Finds Fewer Competitive House Districts After Redistricting
Democrats would need to win 74 percent of the remaining swing seats to take the House, up from 68 percent under the old maps.
Asian Soccer Body Backs Europe After World Cup Boycott Threat Over FIFA Plans
Three out of six of the sport’s regional bodies have rejected commercial proposals, while a senior adviser to FIFA chief Infantino resigned in protest.
China-Focused Influence Program Courted Senior US Media Figures With Sponsor-Paid Trips
C100 records say the program sought to improve perceptions of China; organizers selected participants, itineraries, and whom delegates met.
Trump Orders to Restrict Export of Critical Mineral Scrap
The president said critical minerals and materials are necessary for U.S. national defense and security.
US Unfreezes $600 Million to Gavi After Commitments on Mercury-Free Vaccines
The Trump administration released the congressionally appropriated funds following reforms sought by HHS Secretary Kennedy and the State Department.
Trump Floats Temporarily Pulling Blanche’s Nomination
The president was relying on votes from two key Republican senators to push the nomination through.
DOJ Seeks Removal of Afghan Woman Accused of Aiding Terror Plot
The mother of a man sentenced in a 2024 terrorist plot faces an Alien Terrorist Removal Court hearing.
