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White House Scaffolding Injury Prompts Emergency Rescue on North Portico
Emergency crews rescued a construction worker from scaffolding at the White House North Portico after an injury, with the worker taken to a hospital.
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Hunter Biden launches $LAPTOP meme coin amid political firestorm
Hunter Biden is launching a meme coin called $LAPTOP, referencing his 2020 laptop controversy. The token will debut on Coinbase's Base exchange on Sept. 9.
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Trump Showcases D.C. Beautification Drive With Social Media Updates
Trump highlighted ongoing restoration work across Washington, D.C., including fountain repairs and statue cleaning, as part of his 'Make DC Safe and Beautiful Again' campaign.
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Trump leverages emergency rulings to fast-track White House ballroom and agenda
Trump is moving ahead with the $400 million White House ballroom after a narrow Supreme Court ruling, using emergency docket wins to advance his agenda despite unresolved legal questions.
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GOP Dallas Convention Kicks Off Midterm Push as 9/11 Anniversary Looms
The GOP's two-day Dallas convention aims to energize base voters ahead of the midterms, but many lawmakers are wary of tying themselves too closely to Trump. Democrats plan counter-events, and the 9/11 anniversary adds a solemn backdrop.
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Trump's New Map Envisions US Flag Over Canada, Mexico, and Caribbean
President Trump shared a map on Truth Social showing the American flag covering Canada, Mexico, Greenland, and several Caribbean islands, signaling expanded territorial ambitions.
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Fake GOP convention site still routes visitors to Epstein files
A fake website mimicking the RNC's Dallas convention redirects to the Justice Department's Epstein files, drawing attention and political finger-pointing.
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Podcast Host Apologizes for Promoting Betting on Clancy Trial
Podcast host Amanda Hirsch apologized for a Polymarket ad she posted about the Lindsay Clancy trial, calling it 'insensitive' and 'wrong.'
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OSHA's Stalled Protections Leave U.S. Workers Exposed, Critics Say
Workplace safety progress has stalled, with OSHA inspections and standards lagging, leading to over 100,000 deaths yearly and calls for reform.
AfD Win in Saxony-Anhalt Draws Praise from Musk and Trump
The AfD's decisive victory in Saxony-Anhalt drew public thanks to Elon Musk, while Chancellor Merz called the CDU's defe
How Cities and States Can Boost Unions Without Federal Help
As unions face federal headwinds, state and local governments can boost organizing through simple, low-cost steps like h
Governors Emerge as Early Front-Runners for 2028 Democratic Nomination
With the 2028 race taking shape, Democratic governors are seen as the strongest contenders, while lawmakers struggle wit
Lujan Grisham hits back at Trump's 'New America' map stunt
Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham slammed Trump's 'New America' map post, saying New Mexico's name isn't up for debate and acc
Tuskegee's New Dress Code: A Stand Against Stereotypes
Tuskegee University's new dress code and cell phone restrictions seek to counter negative stereotypes and promote profes
Frances Perkins' Labor Legacy Endures as Workers Face New Challenges
Frances Perkins, the first female Cabinet secretary, transformed U.S. labor policy. Her legacy of worker protections rem
Social Security Full Retirement Age Rises Again: What It Means for Your Benefits
The full retirement age for Social Security has shifted again, affecting those who turn 62 this year. Early claimants fa
Mega-Bank Dominance Stifles Disruptive Innovation, Study Finds
A new study links mega-bank dominance to a decline in disruptive innovation, as community banks that fund risky ideas di
Abortion pill battle heads to appeals court as White House treads carefully
The 5th Circuit hears arguments in Louisiana's mifepristone case, testing the Trump administration's stance on mail-orde
Debt alarm misses the wealth that backs it, analysts argue
The U.S. national debt has passed $40 trillion, but analysts argue that measuring it against national wealth, not GDP, r
Ocasio-Cortez's Egg-Freezing Saga Exposes Gaps in US Family Planning
Rep. Ocasio-Cortez's egg-freezing ordeal highlights how US family planning programs prioritize preventing pregnancy over
Utilities and Healthcare Lead Job Growth Projections Through 2035
New federal data projects 5.9 million jobs added by 2035, with utilities leading in growth rate and healthcare adding th
August Jobs Surge to 162K, Easing Recession Fears Amid Fed Rate Debate
The U.S. added 162,000 jobs in August, far exceeding the 53,000 expected, with unemployment steady at 4.1%. The strong r
Singles Expect Partners to Earn Six Figures, Study Shows
A new study finds single Americans expect romantic partners to earn an average of $139,000 annually, with women expectin
Book Holiday Flights Now to Beat Price Surge, Expert Advises
As the holiday season approaches, travel experts recommend booking flights now to avoid price hikes and limited availabi
Rare 1894-S Barber Dime Could Fetch $1.5M at Auction: How to Spot One
A 1894-S Barber dime, one of nine known to exist, could sell for $1.5 million at auction. Here's how to check if your ol
Warsh's Jackson Hole Address Tests Fed Communication Amid Market Stress
Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh delivers a pivotal speech at Jackson Hole amid sticky inflation and bond market jitter
Fed's Key Inflation Measure Stays at 3.7% in July, Signaling Sticky Prices
The Fed's preferred inflation measure remained at 3.7% in July, matching June's pace, with core at 3.3%, as policymakers
Witkoff and Kushner Return from Kyiv, Predict Ukraine Peace Deal
US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner visited Kyiv and Moscow, signaling renewed optimism for a negotiated end to th
Wright Hits Sunday Shows as US-Iran Strikes Escalate in Strait of Hormuz
Energy Secretary Chris Wright is making the rounds on Sunday political shows as the US and Iran exchange strikes in the
US isolated as UN approves map resolution correcting Africa's size
The UN approved a resolution promoting maps that accurately show Africa's size, with the US as the only country voting a
Trump's Canada Tariffs Face Legal Test Over 'Offset' Limits
Trump's 50% tariffs on Canadian goods may violate Section 338's requirement to 'offset' discrimination, not punish or pr
EU digital rules under fire as Trump readies Section 301 probe
Trump will launch a Section 301 probe into EU digital rules, claiming they discriminate against US firms and cede ground
Trump's North Korea Diplomacy Risks Whitewashing Atrocities, Critics Warn
Aaron Rhodes argues Trump's diplomatic overtures and the proposed Peace on the Korean Peninsula Act risk legitimizing No