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US, Taliban Conduct Prisoner Swap

US, Taliban Conduct Prisoner Swap

Two Americans have been freed in a prisoner swap with the Taliban, which involved exchanging a convicted drug trafficker for the detainees. Key Takeaways Two...
Former Lieutenant Governor Has Charges Dismissed

Former Lieutenant Governor Has Charges Dismissed

Federal prosecutors have dismissed charges against former New York Lieutenant Governor Brian Benjamin due to a key witness's death last year. Key Takeaways Federal charges...
Mike Waltz Departs Congress, Joins Trump Administration

Mike Waltz Departs Congress, Joins Trump Administration

Mike Waltz's resignation from Congress to join the Trump administration signals significant shifts in national security dynamics and the House's political landscape. Key Takeaways Rep....
Authorities Blame Operator Error for Deadly Mine Incident

Authorities Blame Operator Error for Deadly Mine Incident

Authorities have revealed that operator error caused a tragic accident at a Colorado gold mine last year, killing a tour guide and trapping tourists...
Biden Pardoned Multiple Key Figures, Family Members Right Before Leaving Office

Biden Pardoned Multiple Key Figures, Family Members Right Before Leaving Office

In his final hours as president, Joe Biden issued preemptive pardons for a number of key figures, including Dr. Anthony Fauci, retired General Mark...
FDA Proposes Plan To Slash Nicotine Levels in Cigarettes

FDA Proposes Plan To Slash Nicotine Levels in Cigarettes

The FDA's initiative to lower nicotine content in cigarettes could redefine smoking habits in the U.S., but will it succeed? At a Glance The FDA...
Major Settlement Reached in American Express Marketing Case

Major Settlement Reached in American Express Marketing Case

American Express's $230 million settlement highlights a critical moment in addressing financial malpractices affecting small business owners. At a Glance American Express has agreed to...
Pentagon Watchdog Finds Lloyd Austin Communication Breakdown Increased National Security Risks

Pentagon Watchdog Finds Lloyd Austin Communication Breakdown Increased National Security Risks

A Pentagon watchdog report calls out Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin for failing to notify Congress and the White House about his hospitalization last year,...
$12 Million Arts Fund Unveiled in Response to LA Fires

$12 Million Arts Fund Unveiled in Response to LA Fires

Los Angeles arts institutions have united to create a $12 million emergency fund for wildfire-affected artists. At a Glance A $12 million LA Arts Community...
Biden's 11th Hour Executive Order Focuses on U.S. Cyber Defenses

Biden’s 11th Hour Executive Order Focuses on U.S. Cyber Defenses

President Joe Biden's executive order, issued just days before he is set to leave office, aims to fortify America's cyber defenses against foreign threats,...

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