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House panel reaches agreement on bipartisan Jan. 6 commission
WASHINGTON (AP) - The top Democratic and Republican members of the House Homeland Security Committee have reached an agreement on legislation to form a bipartisan commission to investigate the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol. The measure had … more
The average bonus on Wall Street last year was $176,500. That's down slightly from 2022
NEW YORK (AP) — The average Wall Street bonus fell slightly last year to $176,500 as the industry added employees and took a "more cautious approach" to compensation, New York state's … more
U.S. airport nasal swabbing expanding to Chicago and Miami
NEW YORK (AP) — The nation's top public health agency is expanding a program that tests international travelers for COVID-19 and other infectious diseases. The Centers for Disease Control and … more
U.S. defense chief vows continued aid to Ukraine, even as Congress is stalled on funding bill
RAMSTEIN AIR BASE, Germany (AP) — Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin vowed Tuesday that the U.S. will continue to support Ukraine's war effort against Russia, even as the U.S. Congress remains … more
Russia says former Fox News host Tucker Carlson has interviewed Vladimir Putin
Russian President Vladimir Putin has been interviewed by former Fox News host Tucker Carlson, the Kremlin confirmed Wednesday. It is Putin's first interview to a Western media figure since his … more
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The Supreme Court will decide whether Trump is immune from federal prosecution; here's what's next
WASHINGTON - The Supreme Court is hearing arguments this week with profound legal and political consequences: whether former President Donald Trump is immune from prosecution in a federal case charging him with plotting to overturn the results of … more
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U.S. drone strike in Baghdad kills high-ranking militia commander, officials say
BAGHDAD (AP) — A U.S. drone strike hit a car in the Iraqi capital Wednesday night, killing three members of the powerful Kataib Hezbollah militia, including a high-ranking commander, officials … more
Total solar eclipse races across North America
MESQUITE, Texas - A chilly, midday darkness fell across North America on Monday as a total solar eclipse raced across the continent, thrilling those lucky enough to behold the spectacle through clear skies. Eclipse mania gripped all of Mexico, … more
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Senate Republicans block bipartisan border package, scuttling deal they had demanded from Democrats
WASHINGTON (AP) — Senate Republicans blocked a bipartisan border package Wednesday, scuttling months of negotiations with Democrats on legislation intended to cut back record numbers of illegal … more
Biden to meet Japan's PM Kishida over shared concerns about China and differences on U.S. Steel deal
WASHINGTON (AP) — Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida begins a much-anticipated visit to Washington on Tuesday aiming to spotlight shared concerns about provocative Chinese military action in … more
When red hot isn't enough: New government heat risk tool sets magenta as most dangerous level
WASHINGTON (AP) - Forget about red hot. A new color-coded heat warning system relies on magenta to alert Americans to the most dangerous conditions they may see this summer. The National Weather Service and the Centers for Disease Control and … more
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Supreme Court seems likely to preserve access to the abortion medication mifepristone
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court on Tuesday seemed likely to preserve access to a medication that was used in nearly two-thirds of all abortions in the U.S. last year, in the court's first … more
Texas AG Ken Paxton reaches deal to end securities fraud charges after 9 years
HOUSTON (AP) — Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton on Tuesday agreed to pay nearly $300,000 in restitution under a deal to end criminal securities fraud charges that have shadowed the Republican … more
Biden and Xi discuss Taiwan, AI and fentanyl in a push to return to regular leader talks
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden and Chinese President Xi Jinping discussed Taiwan, artificial intelligence and security issues Tuesday in a call meant to demonstrate a return to regular … more
Nikki Haley pushes forward after Trump's allies in Nevada ensured her loss to 'none of these candidates'
LAS VEGAS - Even without Donald Trump on Nevada's Republican ballot, Nikki Haley was denied her first victory. The indignity of a distant second-place finish behind "none of these candidates" was a fresh blow for Haley, facilitated by the staunch … more
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Israel and Hamas are making progress in cease-fire and hostage-release talks, officials say
CAIRO (AP) — Israel and Hamas are making progress toward another cease-fire and hostage-release deal, officials said Tuesday, as negotiations went on and Israel threatened to expand its … more
Ukrainian forces don't have enough artillery to battle Russia. A key withdrawal Saturday shows that
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — Dwindling ammunition threatens Ukraine's hold on the 1,000-kilometer (620-mile) front line under withering assault by Russian artillery. Defensive lines are in jeopardy. … more
U.S. job openings rise modestly to 8.8 million in February in strong labor market
WASHINGTON (AP) — U.S. job openings barely changed in February, staying at historically high levels in a sign that the American job market remains strong. The Labor Department reported Tuesday … more
U.S. hints large response to Iran-backed militias imminent as Houthis attack more ships
WASHINGTON - Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said Thursday it's time to further disable Iran-backed militias that have struck at U.S. forces and ships in the Middle East and the U.S. is preparing to take significant action in response to the deaths … more
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A pod of killer whales trapped in drift ice off northern Japan has apparently safely escaped
TOKYO (AP) - A pod of killer whales that was trapped in drift ice off Japan's northern main island of Hokkaido, prompting concern from environmental groups, has apparently safely escaped, officials said Wednesday. The killer whales, also known as … more
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