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The measure would boost funding for border security and the Defense Department, eliminate taxes on tips and overtime, provide a new tax deduction to seniors and renew the 2017 tax cuts passed during the first Trump administration. LA Times
VOA VIEW: Senate GOP better beware.
The US Mint has placed its final order of penny blanks and will stop producing the coin when those run out by early next year. New York Post
VOA VIEW: Make the penny out of another alloy.
Thursday was the final cut-off for compounded semaglutide, the active ingredient in Ozempic. New York Post
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Analysts have said the move could send serious profits toward the government, while also warning it could slam mortgage rates. New York Post
VOA VIEW: The final answer is?
The accused DC shooter made a series of unhinged posts on X, and frequently praised alleged CEO killer Luigi Mangione New York Post
VOA VIEW: He is deranged.
The NYPD will boost patrols around synagogues and other places of worship as New York City’s Jewish community prepares for Shabbat after two Israeli Embassy staffers were murdered in DC. New York Post
The move was a major escalation in the administration’s efforts to pressure the college to fall in line with President Trump’s demands. New York Times
VOA VIEW: Good!
In 50 years, California’s authority to set environmental rules that are tougher than national standards had never been challenged by Congress. Until now. New York Times
VOA VIEW: As they should.
One of the biggest barrages of the war targeted 10 Russian regions, including Moscow, according to the Ministry of Defense, but it was not clear how much damage the attack did. New York Times
VOA VIEW: Big escalation by both sides.
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Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (RFK Jr.) has issued a concise and incisive report addressing the issue of chronic disease in children. OANN
Prosecutors have charged a Santa Ana, California, man with luring cats with food to kidnap and then kill them. Washington Times
Disney and ABC News executives have reportedly urged the co-hosts of the talk show "The View" to scale back their criticism of President Trump. Washington Times
VOA VIEW: They have gone too far.
The Army on Wednesday started loading up some of the tanks that will take to the streets of the nation's capital during the 250th anniversary celebration of the service next month, which will feature hundreds of military vehicles and aircraft and thousands of soldiers. Washington Times
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A woman accused of spitting on the top federal prosecutor for the nation's capital was arrested Thursday on a federal assault charge. Washington Times
VOA VIEW: As she should be.
A new TikTok beauty trend called "carrotmaxxing" is encouraging users to eat at least one carrot a day to achieve a tanned, glowing complexion. Washington Times
VOA VIEW: Madness - TIKTOK should be banned.
An independent federal watchdog with a mandate to trim the government of underused properties has proposed 11 sites worth $5.4 billion in the Washington metro area and seven other cities for disposal, including the massive headquarters of the Energy Department. Washington Times
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President Donald Trump's legislative agenda bill squeaked through the House Thursday after modifications were made to appease the GOP House member holdouts. UPI
VOA VIEW: Great!
The Supreme Court deadlocked 4-4, blocking the attempt to establish the nation's first religious charter school. CBS
VOA VIEW: Cowards!
With the 2025 hurricane season starting June 1, NOAA forecasters are announcing their prediction for how many tropical storms and hurricanes to expect this year. CBS
VOA VIEW: Time will tell.
World leaders react to the killing of two Israeli Embassy staffers outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, as Israel blames antisemitic incitement. CBS
The FAA says nearly 54,000 flights are scheduled for Thursday across the U.S., making it the busiest day in the air for Memorial Day weekend. Overall, AAA expects 45.1 million Americans to travel at least 50 miles for the official kickoff to the summer season. While the majority will drive, AAA expects the number of flyers to increase 2% over last year. CBS
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The latest selfie by NASA's Perseverance rover at Mars has captured an unexpected guest: a Martian dust devil. CBS
Home sales in April dropped, as consumers faced high home prices and growing concern over the economy and employment. CNBC
VOA VIEW: Makes sense.
The non-fatal shooting on CIA property occurred hours after two Israeli Embassy staff members were shot and killed outside D.C.'s Capital Jewish Museum. CNBC
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Cigna's pharmacy benefits unit Evernorth said the deal will bring prices down for employers and their workers. CNBC
VOA VIEW: Need the bottom line for all.
A small Cessna aircraft crashed in a San Diego neighborhood Thursday morning setting several homes and vehicles on fire. FOX News
The U.S. Air Force launched an unarmed ICBM capable of carrying a nuclear warhead on Wednesday morning as part of a routine test, military officials said. FOX News
In January 2023, a U.S. Air Force F-16D collided with a drone over Arizona, initially reported as an unidentified object, causing no damage or injuries. FOX News
Two more alleged co-conspirators have been arrested following Friday's early-morning prison break from a New Orleans jail, according to a source familiar with the investigation. FOX News
VOA VIEW: Good!
More than $50 million in federal grant money will be available for local groups to provide suicide prevention and other services for America's at-risk veteran population, the VA said Wednesday. UPI
VOA VIEW: Needed!
Microsoft, the Department of Justice and others have thwarted the use of the Lumma Stealer malware that globally has infected nearly 400,000 computers. UPI
Education Secretary Linda McMahon, testifying before a House subcommittee on Wednesday, defended a 15.3% leaner budget from last year as part of the department's "final mission." UPI
VOA VIEW: Good save.
The United States has sanctioned two high-ranking members of the notorious Cartel del Noreste gang, as the Trump administration cracks down transnational criminal organizations. UPI
VOA VIEW: Good!
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