FEC vice chair, seen as contender for Chip Roy seat, to resign
🗞️ Breaking! — 11:10 PM(2h or newer)
Federal Election Commission (FEC) vice chairman Trey Trainor (R) confirmed that he’s resigning from his position on Thursday as he eyes the seat of Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas). Trainor has signalled his interest in running for Congress in previous months. His resignation, first reported by the Washington Examiner, comes after Roy entered the race for…
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Trump won’t forget Musk’s ‘negativity,’ Lutnick says
🗞️ Breaking! — 10:35 PM(2h or newer)
Department of Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said that President Trump won’t forget tech billionaire Elon Musk’s “negativity” during his departure from government. He said Musk was Trump’s “best friend in the administration” during an interview with NewsNation‘s “Batya” and added that Trump would “forgive” but not forget the tempestuous nature of Musk’s exit. “I think…
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US to revoke Colombia President Petro's visa over 'reckless' actions in New York - Reuters
🗞️ Breaking! — 10:32 PM(2h or newer)
US to revoke Colombia President Petro's visa over 'reckless' actions in New York Reuters
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Federal prosecutors subpoena records related to Fani Willis travel: Report
🗞️ Breaking! — 10:07 PM(2h or newer)
A day after securing an indictment of former FBI Director James Comey, the Trump Department of Justice is reportedly going after another opponent of the president. The New York Times late Friday said it had reviewed a federal grand jury subpoena for records related to Georgia District Attorney Fani Willis’s travel history. Information about the…
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FBI fires agents who knelt during 2020 racial justice protests
🗞️ Breaking! — 10:03 PM(2h or newer)
The FBI has fired agents who were photographed kneeling during Black Lives Matter protests in 2020, the Associated Press reported late Friday. Two sources told the AP that around 20 agents were fired, with an additional source confirming the firings.  The sources also revealed that the agents had been reassigned last spring for their conduct…
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Kinzinger: Comey indictment all about Trump intimidation
Former Rep. Adam Kinzinger (R-Ill.) late Friday said the indictment of former FBI Director James Comey is an effort by the Trump administration to intimidate its critics and silent dissent. Kinzinger, a member of the House panel that investigated the Jan. 6, 2021 attack on the Capitol, also said he wasn’t worried that Trump might…
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Trump asks Supreme Court to hear bid to restrict birthright citizenship - Reuters
Trump asks Supreme Court to hear bid to restrict birthright citizenship Reuters
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Trump orders release of Amelia Earhart files
President Trump on Friday evening said he will order the release of all government records related to aviator Amelia Earhart and her “last, fatal flight.” “I have been asked by many people about the life and times of Amelia Earhart, such an interesting story, and would I consider declassifying and releasing everything about her, in…
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Trump orders release of Amelia Earhart files as Epstein scrutiny intensifies - Reuters
Trump orders release of Amelia Earhart files as Epstein scrutiny intensifies Reuters
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ICE tactics inflame tensions in New York, Chicago and other cities - Reuters
ICE tactics inflame tensions in New York, Chicago and other cities Reuters
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Trump touts ‘inspired and productive’ Gaza talks
President Trump on Friday night touted “inspired and productive discussions” focused around Israel’s military conflict in Gaza, just days after blaming other countries for setting back his efforts. “Intense negotiations have been going on for four days, and will continue for as long as necessary in order to get a Successfully Completed Agreement,” Trump wrote…
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Trump says Microsoft should fire its global affairs president Lisa Monaco - Reuters
Trump says Microsoft should fire its global affairs president Lisa Monaco Reuters
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Harris blasts Comey indictment: ‘It’s painful to see’
Former Vice President Kamala Harris bashed the federal government’s indictment of former FBI Director James Comey, calling it “painful to see” on Friday. “It’s frustrating, but more than that, it’s painful to see,” Harris told CNN. “It’s painful to see. I mean what’s happening with Comey: Are you f‑‑‑ing kidding me? The United States Department…
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STAT+: Unsealed court documents reveal a whistleblower suit over UnitedHealth use of an artery disease test
Whistleblowers are suing UnitedHealth Group over its use of a peripheral artery disease test, called QuantaFlo, to increase Medicare payments
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Trump ‘can’t get over me,’ Comey told CNN before indictment
Former FBI Director James Comey told CNN in the months before his indictment that President Trump couldn’t “get over” him. “I often joke I’m the relationship that Trump can’t get over, wakes up in the middle of the night thinking about me and how I’m living my best life,” Comey said in a May 2025…
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As US military leaders prepare for Virginia meeting, agenda comes into focus - Reuters
As US military leaders prepare for Virginia meeting, agenda comes into focus Reuters
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3 burning questions about the MMR vaccine, answered
President Trump has said the MMR vaccine should be broken up. But experts see no medical benefit in separating one shot into three.
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US says financier Howard Rubin and assistant have been indicted on sex trafficking charges - Reuters
US says financier Howard Rubin and assistant have been indicted on sex trafficking charges Reuters
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Wall Street ends higher after as-expected inflation data; S&P 500, Nasdaq post weekly declines - Reuters
Wall Street ends higher after as-expected inflation data; S&P 500, Nasdaq post weekly declines Reuters
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Iranian president: Trump’s actions could ‘set fire’ to Middle East
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian warned Friday that the Trump administration’s actions could destabilize the Middle East amid deteriorating relations with the United States. “President Trump has said that his administration has come to create peace but the path that they have embarked upon will set fire to the entire region,” Pezeshkian said in an appearance…
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Can AI detect hedgehogs from space? Maybe if you find brambles first.
Cambridge researchers use satellite-based bramble detection as a proxy for mapping hedgehog habitats.
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Exclusive: Trump mulls tariffs on foreign electronics based on number of chips, sources say - Reuters
Exclusive: Trump mulls tariffs on foreign electronics based on number of chips, sources say Reuters
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US Supreme Court lets Trump withhold $4 billion in foreign aid - Reuters
US Supreme Court lets Trump withhold $4 billion in foreign aid Reuters
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Supreme Court lets Trump administration freeze billions in foreign aid
The Supreme Court on Friday agreed to allow the Trump administration keep frozen billions of dollars in foreign aid that is set to expire next week, the latest turn in a lengthy legal saga over the congressionally appropriated funds.   The emergency intervention came at the administration’s urging to lift a lower court’s ruling ordering it…
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Nexstar, Sinclair to end boycott of Kimmel show on its ABC stations Friday - Reuters
Nexstar, Sinclair to end boycott of Kimmel show on its ABC stations Friday Reuters
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Lockheed Martin's Sikorsky secures about $11 billion US navy contract - Reuters
Lockheed Martin's Sikorsky secures about $11 billion US navy contract Reuters
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Woman hospitalized with pain and vomiting—diet soda cured her
Doctors dissolve mass in woman's stomach by getting her to chug soda.
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Here’s who Trump has said should face charges
The Department of Justice (DOJ) indicted former FBI Director James Comey on two counts Thursday, just days after President Trump signaled to Attorney General Pam Bondi that the department should prosecute more of the president’s political foes.  In a Truth Social post last week, the president asked Bondi why Sen. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) and New…
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Sinclair and Nexstar to reinstate Kimmel on ABC stations
Viewers in Washington, DC, St Louis and Seattle will be able to watch the late night comedian's show again.
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LG’s $1,800 TV for seniors makes misguided assumptions
Op-ed: A dumb TV would be better.
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Videogame maker EA in advanced talks to go private at roughly $50 billion valuation - Reuters
Videogame maker EA in advanced talks to go private at roughly $50 billion valuation Reuters
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Trump says TikTok should be tweaked to become “100% MAGA”
Uncertainty reigns as Trump claims China approved TikTok deal.
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Watch: How Trump and Comey's relationship soured
The indictment of the ex-FBI boss comes days after Trump called for his adversaries to be more aggressively investigated.
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ICE detains Des Moines school superintendent
Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers on Friday detained the superintendent of Iowa’s Des Moines Public Schools, who they say is living in the U.S. without authorization. The Department of Homeland Security (DHS), ICE’s parent agency, confirmed the arrest of Superintendent Ian Roberts, 54, in a Friday press release, stating that he received “a final…
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Reports: EA set to be sold to private investors for up to $50 billion
Saudi investment fund, Jared Kushner are reportedly among the interested buyers
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More than 150 companies have ties to Israeli settlements, UN database shows - Reuters
More than 150 companies have ties to Israeli settlements, UN database shows Reuters
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UN sanctions on Iran loom after vote to delay fails - Reuters
UN sanctions on Iran loom after vote to delay fails Reuters
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US labor board withdraws claims Apple CEO violated employee rights, Bloomberg News reports - Reuters
US labor board withdraws claims Apple CEO violated employee rights, Bloomberg News reports Reuters
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Elon Musk and Prince Andrew named in new Epstein files
The documents by the estate of convicted paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein were released by Congressional Democrats.
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YouTube Music is testing AI hosts that will interrupt your tunes
YouTube Labs will be a place to preview all the app's upcoming AI features.
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Google asks Supreme Court to block Play Store injunction in Epic Games case
Google on Wednesday asked the Supreme Court to block a lower court injunction requiring the company to make changes to its Google Play Store after Fortnite maker Epic Games challenged the app store’s practices and won. The tech giant asked Justice Elena Kagan, who oversees emergency requests from the San Francisco-based 9th Circuit Court of…
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Trump cannot condition disaster and emergency grants on immigration policy, judge rules
A federal judge this week blocked the Trump administration from conditioning disaster and security funds for states on their immigration policies.  Earlier this year, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) issued terms and conditions for federal grants, which state that grant recipients must coordinate and cooperate with immigration officials. Twenty Democrat-led states sued over the use…
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Comey indictment escalates Trump's campaign to chill opposition - Reuters
Comey indictment escalates Trump's campaign to chill opposition Reuters
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STAT+: Patients set to lose hospital care at home if government funding isn’t extended
A failure to extend federal funding could disrupt in-home care and Medicare telehealth programs.
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COP30 urged to link climate justice with reparations for historical crimes - Reuters
COP30 urged to link climate justice with reparations for historical crimes Reuters
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Hungary says Ukraine's Zelenskiy 'losing his mind' after drone comment - Reuters
Hungary says Ukraine's Zelenskiy 'losing his mind' after drone comment Reuters
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Assata Shakur, black liberation activist exiled in Cuba dies at 78
She fled to Cuba after being convicted in the killing of a police officer but she denied shooting the officer.
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Sinclair gets nothing it asked for, puts Jimmy Kimmel back on anyway
Sorry, Brendan Carr: Sinclair and Nexstar stop preempting Kimmel on ABC affiliates.
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Trump administration orders federal authorities to ignore California mask law
The Trump administration ordered federal authorities Friday to ignore new legislation in California banning law enforcement officers from wearing masks to conceal their identity. California Gov. Gavin Newsom (D) last Saturday signed the bill — which is slated to take effect Jan. 1, 2026 — making face coverings of local, state and federal officials a…
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DOGE put Social Security numbers on cloud server at risk of hacking: Senate Democrat
A report issued Thursday accuses the Department of Government Efficiency of putting millions of Americans’ personal information in an unsecured cloud server. Released by Senate Homeland Security Committee ranking member Sen. Gary Peters (D-Mich.), the report describes “unprecedented privacy and cybersecurity risks” by the agency, which one whistleblower warned could end with every American needing to be issued a…
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You should care more about the stabilizers in your mechanical keyboard—here’s why
Don't know what a keyboard stabilizer is? You're about to find out.
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Nexstar, Sinclair to end blackout of Jimmy Kimmel
A pair of local TV news providers that since last week had preempted “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” over comments the host made regarding the assassination of Charlie Kirk will end their blackouts of the ABC show, the broadcasters announced Friday. Nexstar Media Group and Sinclair both said they would bring Kimmel back on their ABC affiliate…
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ICE officer disciplined after shoving woman to ground in courthouse
The Department of Homeland Security said the officer's behaviour was "unacceptable" and placed him on leave.
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Drone maker DJI loses lawsuit to exit Pentagon's list of firms with Chinese military ties - Reuters
Drone maker DJI loses lawsuit to exit Pentagon's list of firms with Chinese military ties Reuters
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Judge temporarily blocks deportations of migrant Honduran, Guatemalan children
A federal judge in Arizona temporarily blocked the Trump administration’s efforts to deport close to 70 unaccompanied minors from Honduras and Guatemala on Thursday. U.S. District Judge Rosemary Márquez granted a preliminary injunction preventing “the repatriation or removal of any Plaintiff Child without a valid voluntary departure order or removal order issued by an immigration…
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Exclusive: Private equity owners of MRI Software target sale or IPO at $10 billion valuation, sources say - Reuters
Exclusive: Private equity owners of MRI Software target sale or IPO at $10 billion valuation, sources say Reuters
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Zelenskiy, Ukraine's military chief say Russia's 2025 offensives have failed - Reuters
Zelenskiy, Ukraine's military chief say Russia's 2025 offensives have failed Reuters
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Exclusive: Starbucks CTO resigned Monday amid tech revamp - Reuters
Exclusive: Starbucks CTO resigned Monday amid tech revamp Reuters
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Netanyahu condemns support for Palestinian state at UN after scores walk out - Reuters
Netanyahu condemns support for Palestinian state at UN after scores walk out Reuters
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Comey’s indictment triggers questions over which Trump enemy could be next
The indictment of former FBI Director James Comey marked the first criminal charges to be brought against a political adversary of the president – but many fear they will not be the last. President Trump has a long list of perceived enemies, and he hasn’t been shy about repeatedly calling for their prosecution, telling reporters in the…
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Epstein estate documents mention Peter Thiel, Steve Bannon, Elon Musk
Democrats on the House Oversight Committee on Friday released its third batch of documents tied to the estate of the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, revealing the financier’s reported associations with powerful men such as Peter Thiel, Steve Bannon and Elon Musk.  Prince Andrew, the Duke of York, is also mentioned in the files. …
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Top Republican on House China panel seeks briefing over TikTok deal
Rep. John Moolenaar (R-Mich.), chair of the House Select Committee on China, said Friday that he has requested an “urgent” briefing from the administration over the deal President Trump approved to keep TikTok available in the U.S.  Moolenaar, who previously voiced concerns about whether a deal would leave the platform reliant on a Chinese-owned algorithm,…
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Ukraine says Russia drone incursion part of pressure plan against West - Reuters
Ukraine says Russia drone incursion part of pressure plan against West Reuters
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Solid US consumer spending in August underscores economy's resilience - Reuters
Solid US consumer spending in August underscores economy's resilience Reuters
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New York office gunman had low-level CTE, medical examiner finds
Shane Tamura killed four while targeting NFL offices in July
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Trump’s UN speech sparks European anxiety over shared global commitments - Reuters
Trump’s UN speech sparks European anxiety over shared global commitments Reuters
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Instagram design still makes it unsafe for teens: Report
A new report from a Meta whistleblower and university researchers found that many of Instagram’s teen safety features, introduced over the years in the face of congressional and public pressure, fall short of their aims and fail to protect younger users. Nearly two-thirds of the social media platform’s safety features were deemed ineffective or were…
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Ebola outbreak in DR Congo rages, with 61% death rate and funding running dry
Responders ask for $25 million to contain the disease. They have $2.2 million.
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A new Ebola outbreak in Congo kills dozens as health officials warn of lack of funds
As a deadly new Ebola outbreak kills dozens in southern Congo, health officials are warning that they lack the funds and resources to mount an effective response.
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STAT+: Days before Trump deadline to lower prices, companies push a flurry of initiatives. Will it be enough?
Drugmakers are scrambling to make last-minute announcements ahead of a Trump deadline on Monday for the firms to lower U.S. prices.
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How many times can the Supreme Court turn its head?
The Supreme Court is set to hear three major cases involving President Donald Trump's power grabs, which could determine the fate of the constitutional republic and whether it will continue to be transformed into an authoritarian plutocracy.
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UN says Fox News host apologized after calling for world body to be bombed - Reuters
UN says Fox News host apologized after calling for world body to be bombed Reuters
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ByteDance expected to maintain big role in new US TikTok, sources say - Reuters
ByteDance expected to maintain big role in new US TikTok, sources say Reuters
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US tells India that Russian oil curbs are key to trade deal progress - Reuters
US tells India that Russian oil curbs are key to trade deal progress Reuters
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Unjust, dangerous: Government shutdowns make correctional officers work without pay
Federal correctional officers are being forced to work without pay during a government shutdown, putting lives at risk and causing financial hardship for their families.
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What to know about James Comey's indictment and what happens next
The news puts the ex-FBI boss back in the spotlight nearly a decade after the drama of the 2016 election.
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Walk-out and loudspeakers near Gaza: See how Netanyahu's UN speech unfolded
Dozens of officials and diplomats staged a walk-out as he took to the podium, leaving large parts of the hall empty.
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New French PM rules out wealth tax, aims to cut budget deficit to 4.7% in 2026 - Reuters
New French PM rules out wealth tax, aims to cut budget deficit to 4.7% in 2026 Reuters
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Amazon loses VP helping lead development of artificial general intelligence - Reuters
Amazon loses VP helping lead development of artificial general intelligence Reuters
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Who is Lindsey Halligan, the Trump appointee overseeing the Comey case?
Lindsey Halligan has gone from a relative unknown to a figure in the national spotlight in a matter of days, as she serves as the top prosecutor in the case against former FBI Director James Comey. Halligan previously served as President Trump’s personal lawyer and had been working as a White House official until just…
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To survive, NPR and PBS must embrace their digital futures
Cut legacy costs, reset executive culture and redirect dollars into journalism and education where audiences already are — online.
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Fox News contributor on Comey indictment: ‘I don’t think there’s a case’
Fox News contributor Andy McCarthy said Friday he does not believe the Trump administration can build a reputable case against former FBI Director James Comey based on leaked information about an investigation into emails from former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and President Trump’s ties to Russia’s 2016 election interference.  “I don’t think there’s a…
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Amazon reaches $2.5 billion settlement with FTC over ‘deceptive’ Prime practices: Who is eligible for a payout?
Amazon has reached what the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is calling a “historic” $2.5 billion settlement over allegations that the company used “deceptive methods” to enroll millions of customers in Prime subscriptions.
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California neighborhood residents say squirrels attacking, injuring people: ‘Not a joke’
Flyers now appear across the neighborhood warning about the squirrel attacks, as well as the potential injuries the animals can cause with their teeth and claws.
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Netanyahu attacks Palestinian recognition as dozens walk out of UN speech
Officials and diplomats left the auditorium in protest as the Israeli leader took the stage, leaving large parts of the hall empty.
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Ukraine's Zelensky asked Trump for Tomahawk missiles, Axios reports - Reuters
Ukraine's Zelensky asked Trump for Tomahawk missiles, Axios reports Reuters
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On Danish border, German state investigates new drone sightings for espionage - Reuters
On Danish border, German state investigates new drone sightings for espionage Reuters
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Trump warns of retribution for ‘radical left’ political violence
America is already on edge after the deadly shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. In this climate especially, words matter. But instead of de-escalating, Trump is striking matches.
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FAA extends flight limits at Newark airport through October 2026
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has extended but slightly loosened limits on flights at Newark Liberty International Airport through October 2026, as the airport continues to face equipment challenges and a controller shortage.  The FAA made the announcement Thursday, extending a June order restricting flights at one of the three major airports in the New…
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Lukashenko says Putin has a proposal for Ukraine that Trump is familiar with - Reuters
Lukashenko says Putin has a proposal for Ukraine that Trump is familiar with Reuters
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Democrats and Republicans agree: The clocks are ticking on union contracts
The Faster Labor Contracts Act is being introduced to speed up the process of reaching a first collective bargaining agreement between newly unionized workers and their employer, by requiring contract negotiations to start within 10 days of a union election and providing for government mediation and arbitration if necessary.
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Live updates: ‘I hope there are others,’ Trump says after Comey indictment
LIVE Video: Netanyahu, world leaders give remarks at UN President Trump on Friday morning explained the indictment of former FBI Director James Comey as stemming from “a very simple, but important” lie. “There is no way he can explain his way out of it,” the president said on Truth Social. “He knew exactly what he…
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At least 100 feared dead in northwest Nigeria gold mine collapse, locals say - Reuters
At least 100 feared dead in northwest Nigeria gold mine collapse, locals say Reuters
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RFK Jr. eyes expanding vaccine injury program to cover kids with autism symptoms
The Trump administration is considering adding autism to the list of injuries covered under the federal program aimed at compensating people who have been harmed by vaccines, according to a top adviser to Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Changes made to the Vaccine Injury Compensation Program (VICP) have made…
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Lisa Cook argues firing would transform Fed into ‘body subservient to the President’s will’
Federal Reserve board of governors member Lisa Cook implored the Supreme Court to keep her in her post while her lawsuit over President Trump’s attempt to fire her moves forward, contending that her removal would strip the central bank of its longstanding autonomy. Her lawyers told the justices Thursday that siding with the Trump administration would “eviscerate”…
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Southwest Airlines to pay $18.5 million over employees' military leave - Reuters
Southwest Airlines to pay $18.5 million over employees' military leave Reuters
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A failed experiment in reducing medical costs is ripe for elimination
Even for members of Congress, who specialize in creating new programs that do not work, the idea that CMMI would lower costs and help stave off Medicare’s insolvency was preposterous.
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White House study touts HSA eligibility expansion amid health care funding fight
The White House is touting efforts to expand eligibility for Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) for millions of Americans, as Democrats’ demands around health care access are front-and-center in the government funding fight. A report shared exclusively with The Hill from the White House Council of Economic Advisers outlines how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act,…
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Nationwide strike by Canada's postal workers bring mail deliveries to a halt
The strikes comes after proposals by the government that would shutter some post offices and end door-to-door delivery.
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DHS says federal officer on leave after pushing woman to floor
The Trump administration said Friday that an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer was placed on leave after he pushed a woman to the floor in the hallway of a courthouse in New York, with viral video of the incident sparking outcry. “The officer’s conduct in this video is unacceptable and beneath the men and…
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Dubai sex-trade ring boss held by police after BBC investigation
Charles Mwesigwa led a degrading network exploiting vulnerable women in glamorous parts of Dubai.
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Some pasta and meatball products at Walmart may be contaminated, USDA warns
The USDA has issued a public health alert for some Marketside Linguini With Beef Meatballs & Marinara Sauce due to potential Listeria contamination, and customers are advised to not eat the product and either throw it away or return it to the store where it was purchased.
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Scientists want to treat complex bone fractures with a bone-healing gun
It's a bit like a handheld 3D printer, with all the accuracy challenges that implies.
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Trump says Gaza deal near, hostages could soon be freed - Reuters
Trump says Gaza deal near, hostages could soon be freed Reuters
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Crockett on Trump attacks: ‘When you stand up to a bully, you win’
Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) fired back Thursday at President Trump, who told reporters from the Oval Office she was a “low IQ” person. Crockett slammed the president and the broader administration for indicting former FBI Director James Comey earlier in the day, amid threats to go after Democratic funder George Soros and other party members.…
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Cruz: Comey’s, McCabe’s statements ‘irreconcilably contradictory’
Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) said either former FBI Director James Comey or his Deputy Andrew McCabe gave false testimony to Congress and should be legally held accountable for their actions.  “Comey and McCabe’s statements are irreconcilably contradictory,” Cruz wrote in a Thursday post on social platform X. “Whoever is lying under oath is committing a…
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Polar bears take over abandoned research station in Russian Arctic - Reuters
Polar bears take over abandoned research station in Russian Arctic Reuters
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The Civil Rights Movement can guide America out of a violent spiral
During my time in the civil rights movement, I witnessed heroism amid vicious discrimination that has so much to teach us today.
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Slovakia passes law to recognise only two sexes and restrict adoption
Critics are warning the change would make life more difficult for LGBT people.
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Freedom of speech in education brought to forefront after Kirk assassination
Attorney General Ken Paxton joined Stratford High School students in Houston to celebrate the inception of their Charlie Kirk-inspired student group, and to advocate for free speech on college campuses.
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Over 1M ovens sold at Costco, Walmart recalled after 95 injury reports
The Consumer Product Safety Commission announced on Thursday that Sunbeam Products has issued a recall of more than one million Oster French Door Countertop Ovens due to a potential burn hazard.
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‘Unthinkable’: Parents of missing child criticize Camp Mystic reopening, memorial plans
On Wednesday, the parents of 8-year-old Cecilia "Cile" Steward, who is still missing from the Kerrville floods, posted a letter on social media calling for Camp Mystic to pause plans to reopen.
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Netanyahu says UN speech broadcast on cell phones, loudspeakers in Gaza
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said Friday his address to a nearly empty auditorium at the United Nations General Assembly was meant for an audience inside the Gaza Strip, saying he tapped into Palestinians’ cellphones and set up loudspeakers to project his speech into the territory.  The social media account of the Israeli leader posted photos…
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Trump’s thirst for retribution is understandable, but he must pick his battles
President Trump is frustrated, and he is angry. Who can blame him?
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Delegates at UN walk out ahead of Netanyahu’s speech
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed a nearly empty auditorium Friday in the United Nations General Assembly, as delegates walked out to boycott his speech during the high-level gathering. Israel is increasingly isolated internationally as Netanyahu pushes forward with the war against Hamas, the militant body governing the Gaza Strip and which triggered the ongoing…
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What we know about the judge assigned to Comey’s criminal case
A judge appointed by former President Biden was randomly assigned Thursday night to oversee the criminal case of James Comey, the former FBI director and a longtime adversary of President Trump. U.S. District Judge Michael Nachmanoff was confirmed in 2021, the newest addition to the Alexandria, Va.-based federal court where Comey was hit with…
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Exclusive: Lufthansa to cut thousands of jobs in pursuit of efficiency - Reuters
Exclusive: Lufthansa to cut thousands of jobs in pursuit of efficiency Reuters
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Kremlin says talk of shooting down Russian planes is a serious escalation of tensions - Reuters
Kremlin says talk of shooting down Russian planes is a serious escalation of tensions Reuters
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50+ scientific societies sign letter objecting to Trump executive order
Letter urges Congress to take action to safeguard integrity of independent peer-review system.
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'Order in the hall': Dozens walk out as Netanyahu begins speech at UN
Dozens of people filed out of the room in protest at the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
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Exclusive: Israel-Syria talks hit snag over humanitarian corridor, sources say - Reuters
Exclusive: Israel-Syria talks hit snag over humanitarian corridor, sources say Reuters
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Kennedy launches abortion pill review
In today's Morning Rounds newsletter, Kennedy launches an abortion pill review, Congo's Ebola outbreak is getting worse, and more.
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VIEW US PCE matches expectations in August - Reuters
VIEW US PCE matches expectations in August Reuters
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STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re reading about Trump’s drug pricing plans, pharma tariffs, and much more
President Trump threatened pharmaceutical companies with a 100% tariff unless they build manufacturing plants in the U.S.
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STAT+: Pharmalittle: We’re reading about a PBM makeover plan, a Bristol cash-pay plan, and much more
Pharmacy benefit managers are working on a proposal to voluntarily change some business practices in an effort to avoid new regulation
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Asus’ new ROG Xbox Ally X set to break the bank at $999.99
The lower-powered ROG Xbox Ally comes in at a more reasonable $599.99.
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Rocket Report: Keeping up with Kuiper; New Glenn’s second flight slips
Amazon plans to conduct two launches of Kuiper broadband satellites just days apart.
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Lockheed Martin targets European market for Thaad missile defence - Reuters
Lockheed Martin targets European market for Thaad missile defence Reuters
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Turkey abandons bid to force doner kebab rules on Europe
The case had alarmed Germany's kebab industry in particular, who make doners very differently.
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Indian police arrest activist Wangchuk after deadly Ladakh protests - Reuters
Indian police arrest activist Wangchuk after deadly Ladakh protests Reuters
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Visual evidence upends Israel’s official story for deadly attack on Gaza hospital - Reuters
Visual evidence upends Israel’s official story for deadly attack on Gaza hospital Reuters
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Raspberry Pi 500+ puts the Pi, 16GB of RAM, and a real SSD in a mechanical keyboard
Keyboard uses low-profile Gateron Blue switches and an RP2040 controller.
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Russian oil imports to Turkey fall as Trump seeks to cut Moscow's earnings - Reuters
Russian oil imports to Turkey fall as Trump seeks to cut Moscow's earnings Reuters
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China oil port set to introduce measures to ban shadow fleet - Reuters
China oil port set to introduce measures to ban shadow fleet Reuters
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Namibians warned against holding parties at cemeteries after 'disgraceful' event
One resident said the cemetery in the capital had been left littered with discarded bottles and cans.
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Fiji’s ants might be the canary in the coal mine for the insect apocalypse
A new genetic technique lets museum samples track population dynamics.
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Two Dutch teenagers arrested in spying case linked to Russia
The pair were allegedly recruited by pro-Russian hackers and used a "wi-fi sniffer" on the Europol headquarters.
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Iran and Russia sign $25 billion agreement to build four nuclear power plants in Iran, IRNA says - Reuters
Iran and Russia sign $25 billion agreement to build four nuclear power plants in Iran, IRNA says Reuters
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Mass arrests for sextortion and romance scams in sting operation across Africa
Some 260 suspects were arrested in the operation across 14 African countries, says Interpol.
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Is the US-China TikTok deal done? Here's what you need to know
Donald Trump says a deal on the future of TikTok in the US has been made, but it’s not been confirmed by China or the app’s owner ByteDance.
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Tony Blair in discussions to run transitional Gaza authority
The former prime minister has been in high-level planning talks over the territory's future, the BBC understands.
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Son of Lebanon's slain Hezbollah chief says his father's final days were filled with rage - Reuters
Son of Lebanon's slain Hezbollah chief says his father's final days were filled with rage Reuters
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STAT+: How the government establishes research grant overhead rates: ‘It’s not like buying a widget’
How the government establishes research grant overhead rates, according to an expert: ‘It’s not like buying a widget’
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Opinion: Making health care more accountable and affordable through crowdsourcing
To structurally reduce waste, fraud, and abuse in government health care spending, we need more eyes on the problem.
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Opinion: STAT+: Despite the drama and hype from influencers, longevity science is making real progress
Hype around anti-aging products has gotten so bad that some legitimate scientists no longer want to be called longevity researchers.
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Former French president Sarkozy given five-year sentence after Libya case
Nicolas Sarkozy, president from 2007-12, was found guilty of criminal conspiracy but cleared of other charges.
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STAT+: Trump threatens 100% tariffs on prescription drugs — unless companies build in the U.S.
The president threatened tariffs on pharmaceuticals, days before a deadline he set for drug companies to lower their prices.
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The Indian who caught 'Bikini killer' twice - and is now Netflix hero
Inspector Zende tells the story of an Indian police officer who captured notorious killer Charles Sobhraj twice.
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The Indian who caught 'Bikini killer' twice - and is now Netflix hero
Inspector Zende tells the story of an Indian police officer who captured notorious killer Charles Sobhraj twice.
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Stray Kids downplay global fame: 'Success is a strong word'
As the K-pop idols continue to break records, they stay focused on making music and meeting fans.
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STAT+: Federal judge vacates rule that would have ramped up Medicare Advantage audits
A federal judge on Thursday vacated a Biden-era rule that would have allowed the government to intensify its audits of private Medicare plans.
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Why a tiny island's fate could decide Seychelles' next president
India, Qatari royals, China and ecologists have their own, very different, views on Assumption Island's future.
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Senate staff probes DOGE, finds locked doors and windows covered with trash bags
Democratic report describes Social Security risk and secretive DOGE offices.
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China launches campaign to keep killjoys off the internet
Pessimistic social media posts may now be targets of a fresh crackdown by the Chinese government.
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Sierra’s Dream Chaser is starting to resemble a nightmare
"Development of new space transportation systems is difficult."
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Felony charges after South Carolina high school filled with “fart spray”… for weeks
Let's dig into the science of stink.
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Amazon Fire TV devices expected to ditch Android for Linux in 2025
Ditching Google could help Amazon better monetize its streaming gadgets.
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STAT+: Crinetics wins FDA approval for acromegaly drug, faces competition with Novartis and Ipsen
Crinetics Pharmaceuticals won FDA approval for a drug to treat acromegaly, a rare and debilitating hormonal disorder.
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High above the equator, Russia is stalking satellites used by NATO armed forces
"Russia and China already occupy important strategic hills and mountains in space."
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A gene therapy success in Huntington’s and Trump’s autism announcement
This week on "The Readout LOUD" podcast: a gene therapy success in Huntington's, Trump's autism announcement, and more.
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STAT+: New breast cancer screening trial may answer key AI question
Proving the potential of AI screenings Artificial intelligence may help radiologists spot disease, but throwing the technology at millions of CT scans or mammograms is not without risks to patients…
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Why this week underscores the value of STAT’s journalism
"This week, like so many others, has demonstrated why I think STAT is so essential," STAT executive editor Rick Berke writes in a new letter to readers.
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From former president to future prisoner: Sarkozy's conviction divides France
Sarkozy is back where he used to be – dominating the news and dividing the nation, writes the BBC's Hugh Schofield.
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Watch: Moment thieves ransack California jewellery store
Nearly $1 million worth of merchandise was stolen by about 25 people, according to police.
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The many lives of acetaminophen
In today's Morning Rounds newsletter, a frontrunner to lead NIH’s largest institute, the many lives of acetaminophen, and more.
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STAT+: As the U.S. dials back mRNA research, the U.K. tries to seize an opportunity
As the U.S. dials back mRNA research, the U.K. is trying to seize an opportunity.
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Sonic the Hedgehog boss on how the series keeps up to speed
The video game icon has been taking shots at an old rival, but the real competition comes from newer games.
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STAT+: Uniqure and its Huntington’s therapy win the week in biotech
This newsletter contains 100% positive biotech vibes. You may wonder, what has happened to STAT's Adam Feuerstein?
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The professor who beat fraud allegations to become Malawi's president…again
The president-elect of the southern African nation has a long and controversial political career.
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Watch: White House replaces President Biden portrait with image of an autopen
President Donald Trump has previously claimed Biden used an autopen to sign important documents, including pardons.
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Meet the history-making astronauts headed for the Moon
Astronauts of Nasa's first crewed mission to the Moon for more than 50 years hope their journey inspires a new generation.
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