DOJ accuses UC San Diego medical school of racial discrimination in admissions
The DOJ alleges the school intentionally manipulated applicant data, aiming to discriminate ‘in favor of so-called…
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Grieving dog owner believes her pet died from toxic algae after she swam in river
The Charles River has experienced cyanobacteria, or blue-green algae blooms, nearly every summer over the past decade
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Pete Hegseth is floundering. His desperate Senate appearance just proved that
The Secretary of ‘War’ struggled to justify the continuing war in Iran as he went to Congress to ask for over $70…
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New Jersey put more than 6,000 non-citizens on voter rolls after a software ‘error’
Fewer than 400 ineligible voters, registered to various political parties, cast ballots across the state during local…
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How a Jewish immigrant staple became one of America’s favorite breakfast foods
More than just a ring of dough, the humble bagel tells a profound story of migration, resilience, and cultural…
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Trump announces direct US flights to Lebanon, reversing Reagan-era rule
The announcement followed a meeting with Lebanese President Joseph Aoun at the White House
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Gates foundation held dozens of meetings with Epstein despite staff warnings, review says
These encounters, spanning from 2011 to 2014, reportedly centered on a public health fund that never materialized
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US sends food for Cuban residents while still pressuring island's government
A cargo plane packed with food and hygiene kits has left Miami for Cuba as part of the U.S. government’s humanitarian…
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Trump’s IRS boss spied on colleagues’ emails when he worked at JPMorgan: report
Bisignano denied allegation that he had spied on colleagues while serving as an executive of JPMorgan Chase
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Judge temporarily blocks Trump policy stripping thousands of immigrants’ work permits
The order will remain in effect until the judge decides whether to issue a longer-term pause on the administration's…
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Two weight-loss drugmakers in legal battle over which is most effective in helping users shed pounds
Novo Nordisk claims Eli Lilly compared peak doses of Zepbound against outdated, lower doses of Wegovy to advertise a…
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US and China reportedly set to hold high-stakes AI talks in September
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is slated to lead the U.S. delegation for the September talks
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US appeals court overturns ruling that freed Columbia activist Mohsen Mahdawi
The ruling echoes a similar decision earlier this year against Mahmoud Khalil, a former classmate of Mahdawi’s at…
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A new threat by Yemen's Houthis could widen the Iran war and put another trade chokepoint at risk
Yemen's Houthi rebels have declared a blockade on Saudi Arabia, potentially widening the Iran war and further…
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One state has gone full MAHA and barred certain dyes from schools
State leaders have joined the Trump administration’s Make American Healthy Again push to remove artificial dyes from…
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Trump waffles on punishing China after claiming massive election interference: ‘We do things to them, too’
President claimed in a national address last week that China had stolen voter data, though experts say only public…
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RFK Jr says outbreak of ‘explosive diarrhea’ parasite is ‘under control’ despite cases increasing
There are now more than 10,000 cases of cyclosporiasis across more than 40 states
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Missouri prosecutor removed for using court docket ‘as her dating app’ amid allegations of sexual misconduct
Ray County Prosecutor Camille Johnston is reportedly running for re-election this year
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3-year-old recovering after being bitten by rattlesnake hiding under Amazon package left in her yard
Three-year-old Addy of Santa Clarita, California, had to spend two nights in the ICU and receive three doses of…
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Mass. Senate wants to address primary-care doctor shortage
Massachusetts faces a primary care crisis, with 30% of residents struggling to find doctors
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Did the rise of evangelicalism change Brazilian soccer? The debate behind the World Cup loss
After Brazil was knocked out of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, many fans were quick to blame the team’s poor performance on…
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Top Republican rages at needing a photo ID for Olive Garden pasta but not on voting day
He appeared to be referencing the Italian-American chain restaurant’s ‘Never-Ending Pasta Pass’
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Rep. Anna Paulina Luna tipped off MAGA influencer on Trump’s VP pick for Polymarket bet: report
The tip allegedly inspired an investigation by federal regulators amid growing concern over insider political betting
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Trump warns Iran the US ‘has been nice’ so far in attacks as threat of full-blown war grows
President Donald Trump snapped at female reporter yet again when pressed on whether he has a plan for the escalating war
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TopGolf sued by multiple people who were hit in the head with errant clubs
Exclusive: Attorney Robert Rice told The Independent, ‘It’s tough when you go to enjoy practicing your golf swing and…
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‘Back-up Trump’? Jon Stewart ponders mysterious lookalike standing behind president on tarmac
‘What’s up with the guy behind Trump? Can we see that again?’
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Mitch McConnell’s staff refuse to answer basic questions on his health weeks after he was last seen in public
The Republican senator was hospitalized on June 14 after he fell, and said in a letter that he also suffered pneumonia…
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Canadian PM Mark Carney ready to ‘intensify’ trade talks after Trump imposes 50% tariffs
President Trump clarified on Tuesday that his latest tariffs targeting Canada were not a response to wildfires
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