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CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa — Former U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said he is campaigning for a set of values, not for a return to political office, as he stumped in Iowa this week — even as his return to public-facing events has sparked speculation about a 2028 presidential run. “Right now, I’m not running for … Read more
Good morning!👋🏾 I’m Jane, Daily Briefing author. The expiration date for the universe is sooner than previously thought, researchers say. But there’s no need to cancel your summer vacation. Quick look at Wednesday’s news: Menendez brothers closer to possible freedom The Menendez brothers are significantly closer to possible release from prison after a Los Angeles … Read more
Nidal al-Mughrabi | Reuters CAIRO, May 14 (Reuters) – Israeli military strikes killed at least 50 Palestinians across the Gaza Strip on Wednesday, local health authorities said, in a significant escalation of the bombardment as President Donald Trump continued his visit to the Middle East. Medics said most of the dead, including women and children, … Read more
The truth about fluoride Fluoride is present in dental products like toothpaste, protecting teeth from cavities and preventing bacteria in the mouth. It is also added to public water supplies. unbranded – Lifestyle U.S. health regulators announced they are beginning to remove ingestible fluoride supplements for children from the market, the latest move by Health … Read more
What to know about the Alien Enemies Act of 1798 President Trump wants to invoke the Alien Enemies Act of 1798. Here’s what you need to know about the wartime law. A federal judge in Pennsylvania ruled on May 13 that the United States can use the Alien Enemies Act to fast-track the deportation of accused Venezuelan gang members, in what appears to be the first … Read more
Surgeon General calls for warning labels on social media platforms US Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy called for warning labels on social media, citing concerns about children’s mental health. More than 100 Congressional Democrats have signed a letter urging U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to scrub planned budget cuts that … Read more
Joe Biden tells BBC Donald Trump is appeasing Russia In an interview with the BBC’s Nick Robinson, President Joe Biden suggests President Donald Trump is appeasing Russia. WASHINGTON ― Former President Joe Biden did not recognize George Clooney at a Los Angeles fundraiser the actor hosted for the president during the 2024 presidential campaign, according … Read more
Milwaukee County Chief Judge Carl Ashley addresses ICE enforcement Milwaukee County Chief Judge Carl Ashley addresses ICE enforcement in the courthouse in the wake of Judge Hannah Dugan’s arrest and federal charges MILWAUKEE — A federal grand jury indicted a Wisconsin judge on May 13 on charges that she tried to assist an undocumented immigrant … Read more
Disabled protesters removed from House committee hearing Disabled demonstrators protesting a Republican proposal to cut benefits were forced to leave a House committee hearing and arrested. WASHINGTON – House Republicans defended a bill that would enact sweeping tax cuts, raise the debt ceiling, and add restrictions to benefit programs during a heated marathon day of … Read more
