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Federal Immigration Agencies to Reduce Presence in Minnesota Following Fatal Shooting, Protests
Tom Homan admits mistakes as ICE and CBP develop plan to reduce the number of agents following Minneapolis protests
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New Blood Test May Detect Parkinson’s Disease Years Before Symptoms Appear
Researchers find early biological signs that could lead to hospital trials by 2031
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Amazon Cuts 16,000 Office Jobs as it Shifts Focus to Artificial Intelligence
The retailer will also close Amazon Go and Amazon Fresh stores to focus on the Whole Foods brand
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South Carolina Measles Outbreak Reaches 789 Cases
Hundreds quarantined as state health officials report largest surge in over three decades
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Minneapolis Bystander Videos Challenge Federal Accounts of Fatal Shootings
Public footage of deaths involving federal agents conflicts with official reports as Governor Walz encourages filming
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Man Arrested After Syringe Attack on Representative Ilhan Omar
A 55-year-old suspect is in custody following an assault at a community meeting in Minneapolis
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Study Reveals Massive Groundwater Reserves Under Mainland United States
New mapping shows underground water volume is 13 times that of all Great Lakes combined
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2025 Tax Filing Season Opens Today with Potential for Record Refunds
One Big Beautiful Bill Act introduces higher deductions for seniors, service workers, and car buyers
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Experts Warn of Mental Health Emergencies Linked to AI Chatbots
Doctors and therapists report dozens of emergencies, while tech firms face lawsuits and add safety features
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Federal Shutdown Looming as Senate Debates Separating Homeland Security Funding
Democrats pledge to stop Homeland Security spending following fatal Minneapolis shooting
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Winter Storm Knocks Out Power to 700,000 and Grounds Thousands of Flights
President approves disaster aid for 12 states as extreme cold and snow disrupt the power grid and travel
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Minneapolis VA Nurse Fatally Shot by Border Patrol Agents During Federal Operation
Incident marks second fatal shooting by federal agents in the city this month; Governor Walz demands federal agents leave Minnesota
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West Coast Governors Join to Oppose Federal Offshore Drilling Plan
Newsom, Kotek, and Ferguson file joint objection to protect $44 billion coastal economy
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Minnesota Businesses Shut Down to Protest Federal Immigration Operations
Religious leaders arrested at airport and federal prosecutors resign amid "Operation Metro Surge" tensions
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Colorectal Cancer Becomes Leading Cause of Cancer Death for Americans Under 50
Death rates rise in younger adults despite a general decline in other cancer deaths
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Earthquake Sensors Offer New Way to Track Falling Space Junk
Earthquake sensors can track the paths of falling debris and help recovery teams find dangerous materials
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Trump Acts to Limit Corporate Purchases of Single-Family Homes
Executive order limits federal support for corporate home purchases while prioritizing individual buyers
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NASA Artemis II Crewed Moon Mission Set for February Launch Amid Safety Discussion
Four-person crew to attempt record-breaking lunar flyby in first manned flight of moon program
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Wildfire Smoke Exposure Late in Pregnancy Linked to Increased Autism Risk
Tulane University study identifies final trimester as critical window for environmental health risks
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Shingles Vaccine Linked to Slower Biological Aging in Seniors, USC Study Finds
Researchers find correlation between vaccination and lower inflammation levels in seniors
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St. Louis Health Officials End Monkey Search After Fake AI Images Hinder Investigation
Fake social media images hamper investigation into reported monkeys in north St. Louis
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U.S. Measles Surge Hits 33-Year High as 2026 Outbreaks Accelerate
Health officials warn 'measles-free' status is at risk as new cases nearly match typical yearly totals
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Gold and Silver Prices Reach Record Highs Following U.S. Tariff Announcement
Trump administration schedules 10% import tax on eight European nations as trade tensions rise
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IRS to Begin Processing 2025 Tax Returns on Jan. 26
IRS adjusts standard deduction amounts and tax brackets for upcoming filing season
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Trump Announces 10% Tariff on European Nations to Force Greenland Sale
Import taxes on eight nations are scheduled to jump to 25% in June if no deal is reached
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California Launches Formal Investigation Into Elon Musk’s xAI Over Deepfake Content
Attorney General Rob Bonta probes Grok AI tool following surge in explicit images created without permission
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NASA Rolls Out Artemis II Moon Rocket for Historic Lunar Mission
Massive SLS rocket begins slow move to Florida launchpad as preparations for crewed moon flight intensify
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Major Medical Review Confirms Acetaminophen Safe for Use During Pregnancy
Comprehensive study of hundreds of thousands of participants finds no link between common pain reliever and autism or ADHD
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Judge Restricts Federal Agent Tactics in Minnesota Following Protests and ICE Shootings
Ruling restricts 'Operation Metro Surge' tactics as DOJ reportedly investigates state and city leaders
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Trump Proposes Ban on Large Investment Firms Buying Single-Family Homes
Policy targeting Wall Street landlords creates uncertainty for family-run investment groups
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President Trump Proposes ‘Great Healthcare Plan’ to Cut Costs and Increase Accountability
The proposal seeks to match international drug prices and shift federal financial help directly to individuals
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Adding Five Minutes of Daily Exercise Linked to 10% Lower Risk of Early Death
Large study finds significant health gains from small increases in activity and less sitting
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Medical Organizations Sue to Block Changes to National Vaccine Schedule
Lawsuit claims new CDC guidelines ignore science and create community health risks
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Federal Charges Filed Against 20 in Multi-State College Basketball Point-Shaving Case
Indictment alleges dozens of players were involved in scheme to manipulate game scores
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SpaceX Crew-11 Returning Early in Historic Space Station Medical Evacuation
NASA cuts mission short by more than a month due to a private health issue aboard the International Space Station
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Ozone Hole Reaches Fifth Smallest Size Since Tracking Began
International efforts continue to heal the Earth's upper atmosphere, with full recovery expected by the 2060s
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SoCalGas Proposes Hydrogen Blending Pilot Program for Orange Cove Natural Gas System
City leaders back $64.3 million experiment while residents raise health concerns in citrus farming community
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California Governor Proposes $349 Billion State Budget Driven by AI Industry Growth
The 2026-2027 plan aims to address a multibillion-dollar shortfall while reducing spending on housing and climate programs
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US Job Growth Slows to 50,000 in December as Unemployment Rate Drops to 4.4%
National hiring totals miss expectations as Federal Reserve pause becomes more likely
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Scientists Identify Ways to Reverse Egg Aging and Improve IVF Success Rates
Researchers identify critical proteins that could boost fertility and help more IVF pregnancies succeed
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Trump Administration Establishes New Department of Justice Division to Combat National Fraud
New DOJ division to lead nationwide effort as federal investigators focus on Minnesota programs
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NASA Postpones International Space Station Spacewalk Due to Medical Concern
Agency evaluates early return for Crew-11 as unidentified astronaut remains stable
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Trump Orders U.S. Withdrawal From 66 International Organizations
Administration exits WHO and Paris Climate Agreement while rejecting Global Tax Deal
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Trump Orders Defense Contractors to Focus on Production Over Stock Buybacks
New policy ties leadership bonuses to delivery deadlines and restores 'Department of War' as official alternative name
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U.S. to Take Millions of Barrels of Venezuelan Oil Following Leadership Change
Global oil prices drop following announcement of major oil transfer from Venezuelan ports
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President Trump Reaffirms Goal to Acquire Greenland, Citing National Security
Danish and Greenlandic leaders reject the proposal as international allies voice support for Denmark's borders
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HHS Suspends Nationwide Child Care Funding Following Fraud Allegations
New federal rules require states to prove child care centers are operating before they can receive money
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Drug Companies Agree to Match Lowest International Prices for U.S. Patients
Agreement includes a $150 billion plan to build U.S. factories and big discounts for long-term health conditions
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U.S. Outlines Plans for Lunar Base and New Space Security Strategy
Government targets permanent moon base and $50 billion in private funding
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President Signs Order to Expand Medical Marijuana and CBD Research
Directive moves to reclassify marijuana to make medical studies easier