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Trump Says ‘Friendly Takeover of Cuba’ Possible as Island Nation Has ‘No Money, No Oil, No Food’
U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is in high-level discussions with Cuban leaders, the president said.
FedEx Says It Will Return Any Tariff Refunds to Customers
The Tennessee-based company sued the United States after the president’s emergency tariffs were found to be illegal.
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Trump Orders Federal Agencies to Cease All Use of Anthropic Tech
Secretary Hegseth had set a Friday 5 p.m. deadline for the company to agree to terms, but Trump’s announcement came about an hour before that.
Subaru Recalls Nearly 70,000 Vehicles for Fuel Leak Risk, Issues ‘Park Outside’ Warning
Meanwhile, Kia is recalling more than 85,000 vehicles over a seat-back frame that may fail during a crash.
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Hegseth Says Scouting America Will Change Its DEI Policies to Maintain Military Support
The U.S. military and the Boy Scouts have had longtime ties, including the military providing logistical support for the National Boy Scout Jamboree since 1937.
Republican Educator in Deep-Red Utah Raises Alarm About State’s Public Schools
Christina Boggess says first-hand experience on the Utah State Board of Education convinced her that public school reform is impossible.
From Homeless to CEO: Cameron Chell’s Remarkable Return With Draganfly
Chell hit rock bottom but found his way back to a successful entrepreneurial career.
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Target Says It Will Quickly Remove Synthetic Colors From Cereals
‘We know consumers are increasingly prioritizing healthier lifestyles,’ an executive said.
Arizona House Approves Sweeping Ban on Transgender Treatments and Referrals for Minors
The Republican-led House also voted to increase penalties for online sexual extortion of teens and approved a resolution to protect female school athletes.
US Embassy in Israel Allows Personnel to Leave Country Amid Iran Tensions
The embassy issued a statement citing ’safety risks’ on Feb. 27, a day after U.S.–Iran negotiations concluded in Geneva, Switzerland.
Kansas’s Strict Biological Sex Law Takes Effect
The measure mandates biological sex-based restrooms and invalidates driver’s licenses and birth certificates that contradict biological definitions.
Congressional Democrats Vow to Force War Powers Votes on Iran
Democrats are preparing to bring War Powers resolutions up for votes in both the House and Senate next week.
FDA Commissioner Defends Embattled Deputy After Drug Rejections, Says He ‘Loves Trump’
Dr. Marty Makary said that Dr. Vinay Prasad is a genius and has been making approval decisions based on evidence.
US Tariff Rates to Hit 15 Percent or More for Some Nations Under New Strategy
The Trump administration will shift its tariff strategy toward probing unfair practices.
Former US Air Force Pilot Arrested for Allegedly Providing Combat Training to Chinese Military
The Chinese government is exploiting the expertise of former and current U.S. military members to modernize its own capabilities, said an FBI official.
What the Surgeon General Nominee Said on Vaccines, Autism, and Psychedelics
The Republican chair of the Senate health panel asked Dr. Casey Means to endorse measles vaccines, while a Democrat questioned her promotion of products.
10 Memorable Moments From Trump’s State of the Union Address
The president delivered the longest such address in recorded U.S. history, punctuating it with emotional moments and real-life stories to illustrate policy.
Homebuying Stalls Despite US Mortgage Rates Sliding to 4-Year Low
Total mortgage applications were little changed from the previous week, says the Mortgage Bankers Association.
Pentagon Officials Tell Senators Trump’s Critical Mineral Plan Will Work in Due Course
The administration’s $15 billion for 15 projects draws bipartisan praise, but investing in private companies draws questions from ‘both sides of the dais.’
Trump to Give USA Hockey Goalie Presidential Medal of Freedom
Starting goalie Conner Hellebuyck stopped 41 of 42 shots against Canada to help carry Team USA to its first Olympic gold medal since 1980.