Abbott Vows to Continue Calling Special Sessions Until Texas Democrats Return
At least 51 Democrats fled the state to avoid a vote on redistricting, despite threats of arrest, criminal charges, and removal from office.
Vance Says Trump Admin Working to Facilitate Putin–Zelenskyy Talks
Vance said Trump might need to force Putin and Zelenskyy ’to sit down to figure out their differences.’
Mexico Sets Minimum Tomato Export Prices Following End of US Trade Deal
The prices took effect immediately and will be reviewed annually or earlier if market conditions warrant, the Mexican government said.
Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu Defends Planned Military Takeover of Gaza
President Donald Trump and Netanyahu spoke by phone to discuss the planned Israeli operation to establish full military control of Gaza City in the Gaza Strip.
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Is Your Data Held Hostage? There’s a Ransomware Negotiator for That
‘Even if there’s no intent on paying a ransom, there’s a tremendous amount of value in engaging the cyber criminals,’ a ransomware negotiator said.
Australia to Recognise Palestinian State
After maintaining that conditions would need to be met before Australia would recognise the Arab state, the PM has set a date.
Gun Shop Asks Supreme Court to Review State Ban on High-Capacity Magazines
The Washington Supreme Court previously held that large ammunition magazines are not protected by the Second Amendment.
Is Overprescription Fueling Veteran Suicides? | Derek Blumke
Derek Blumke served 12 years in the U.S. Air Force and Michigan Air National Guard and is the Veteran Impact Fellow of the Grunt Style Foundation.
America in Photos: Flood in Wisconsin, Fire in California, and Astronauts Landing
Notable moments from the past week in America.
Forecasters Say Tropical Storm Could Develop Over the Next Week
A tropical system is showing ’signs of organization' hundreds of miles to the west of West Africa, say US weather forecasters.
China Flash Floods Kill at Least 10 People in Gansu Province, 33 Missing
Torrential rains flood Gansu’s Yuzhong County and has left at least 10 dead, 33 missing, and more than 4,000 people stranded in villages.
COVID-19 Activity Increases Across US, Mostly on West Coast: CDC
The CDC says that national wastewater viral activity for COVID-19 increased from ‘low’ to ’moderate' from the previous week.
Trump Proposes Sending Homeless ‘Far From the Capital’ as Part of Beautification Push
On any given night, there are 3,782 single persons experiencing homelessness in Washington, with most in emergency shelters or transitional housing.
Prostate Cancer: 1 in 8 Men Are at Risk—Here Are the Warning Signs
Prostate cancer is one of the most common cancers in men, and the risk rises steadily with age.
Zelenskyy Could Attend Meeting Between Trump and Putin This Week, Ambassador Says
‘I certainly think it’s possible,’ says the U.S. ambassador to NATO.
US-backed Transit Route Set to Reshuffle South Caucasus Trade, Geopolitics
Planned route will stimulate trade between former enemies and establish a U.S. presence in the South Caucasus region, experts said.
‘Codebreaker’: A Cipher Teen Adventure
‘Codebreaker’ is a surprisingly taut thriller about politics, growing up, and the history of encryption.
The Man Who Shaped and Saved the Constitution: John Marshall
To combat political party influences, America’s longest-serving chief justice aimed to unite his colleagues behind the Constitution.
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‘Flesh-Eating Bacteria’ Deaths Spread in 3 States: Here’s How to Protect Yourself
Every year, an average of 150 to 200 cases are reported across the United States, the CDC says.

Trump Replaces IRS Commissioner Billy Long
Treasury Secretary Bessent will serve as acting commissioner. Long has been nominated for U.S. ambassador to Iceland.
EPA Terminates $7 Billion Grant Program for Solar Projects
The Solar for All program is being eliminated under the One Big Beautiful Act, EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin said.

Prevent Age-Related Muscle Loss With Calf Exercises
Building muscle strength requires appropriate exercise, good digestive health, and a balanced and varied diet.

Building a Safer Streaming Service for Kids: 2 Dads Launch Hopscotch TV
When Dave Harvilicz and Ross Greenberg saw what kids were watching online, they took matters into their own hands and launched a platform parents could trust.
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Mr. Li Hongzhi
‘Flesh-Eating Bacteria’ Deaths Spread in 3 States: Here’s How to Protect Yourself
Every year, an average of 150 to 200 cases are reported across the United States, the CDC says.

Trump Replaces IRS Commissioner Billy Long
Treasury Secretary Bessent will serve as acting commissioner. Long has been nominated for U.S. ambassador to Iceland.
EPA Terminates $7 Billion Grant Program for Solar Projects
The Solar for All program is being eliminated under the One Big Beautiful Act, EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin said.
Fed Official Says Latest Jobs Data Supports 3 Rate Cuts in 2025
The official is one of two Federal Reserve governors who dissented last month from the central bank’s decision to not lower interest rates.

Farmer Speaks Out Against Forced Entry Powers for Net Zero Plan
Landowners face fines of up to $12,000 if they do not allow workers onto their lands to build new transmission lines.
