Congress passes $3B bill to plug VA shortfall amid concerns about veterans' checks
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ABC News - Top stories
Fact-checking JD Vance's claims about Haitian migrants in Springfield, Ohio
Sen. JD Vance, Donald Trump's 2024 running mate, continues to fuel the firestorm surrounding Springfield, Ohio, with false claims about Haitian migrants.20 minutes ago -
ESPN - Sports
Lions' Campbell selling house for privacy concerns
Lions coach Dan Campbell is selling his suburban Detroit home to get more privacy.1 hour ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Nike’s shares are rallying after it named a new CEO. One analyst says it still has work to do.
Elliott Hill will replace John Donahoe as chief executive next month, following months of struggles for the athletic-wear giant.2 hours ago -
ABC News - Health
Republicans are trying a new approach to abortion in the race for Congress
In the most contested races for control of the U.S. House, many Republican candidates are speaking up about women’s rights to abortion access and reproductive care in new and surprising ways2 hours ago - Abortion -
The Hill - Politics
Steward CEO target of Congress contempt measures
Presented by Plan B One Step — A Senate committee investigating the bankruptcy of hospital chain Steward Health Care voted on Thursday to hold the company’s CEO in contempt of Congress {beacon} ...2 hours ago -
CNBC - Business
Nike CEO John Donahoe is out, replaced by company veteran Elliott Hill
Nike CEO John Donahoe will retire from the company in October. He will be replaced by company veteran Elliott Hill.2 hours ago -
MarketWatch - Business
Trump’s cap for credit-card interest rates wouldn’t pass Congress, analyst says
Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump on Wednesday promised to cap interest rates for credit cards, but a veteran analyst predicts the plan wouldn’t get the congressional approval that it ...4 hours ago - Donald Trump -
CNBC - Business
Why investors should dismiss Wall Street concerns about demand for Apple's new iPhone 16
There has been a debate on whether orders for the company's flagship device are off to a slow start.6 hours ago - Apple -
The Hill - Politics
Congress passes $3B bill to plug VA shortfall amid concerns about veterans' checks
The Senate passed an emergency spending bill Thursday to provide billions of dollars in funding for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), as officials warn that benefit payments for veterans are ...7 hours ago -
ESPN - Sports
Favre to testify at Congress on welfare funds
Former NFL quarterback Brett Favre will testify during a congressional hearing about the need for welfare reform Tuesday.8 hours ago -
Yahoo Sports - Sports
Lions head coach Dan Campbell selling home amid security concerns
Campbell's address was leaked online late last season.8 hours ago -
The New York Times - Top stories
After Trump Assassination Attempts, Congress Debates Secret Service Funding
Virtually everyone on Capitol Hill agrees that the Secret Service needs to do a better job. But Democrats and Republicans are at odds over whether to increase the agency’s budget.9 hours ago - Donald Trump -
The Hill - Politics
Most voters anxious about election, with economy, political violence top concerns: Poll
A new Yahoo News/YouGov poll reported that 67 percent of Americans are anxious about the November election, showing an increase in concern compared to results from four months ago with a ...10 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Congress approaches fiscal new year with plenty of noisemakers
House Speaker Mike Johnson was forced to pull the six-month stopgap continuing appropriations bill due to lack of votes, raising questions about a possible putsch by Republicans to remove him from ...13 hours ago -
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The Hill - Politics
Morning Report — How will Congress avert a shutdown now?
Speaker Mike Johnson’s (R-La.) funding gamble didn’t pay off. A diverse group of House Republicans on Wednesday torpedoed Johnson’s proposal for a six-month government funding bill, dealing an ...14 hours ago -
The Hill - Politics
Voters weigh switch to open primaries amid concerns over political polarization
At least half a dozen states could decide on major changes to their election systems this fall, as organizers push for revamps that would do away with traditional party contests in favor of open, ...14 hours ago -
ABC News - Tech
'Hidden Figures' of the space race receive Congress' highest honor at medal ceremony
The hidden figures of the space race have been recognized with Congress’ highest honor at a medal ceremony16 hours ago -
CBS News - Top stories
Special ops veteran examines Lebanon explosions
For the second day in a row, handheld electronic devices exploded across Lebanon. Lebanese health officials say at least 20 people were killed and hundreds injured Wednesday as walkie-talkies and ...Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
Congress races to patch $3B Veterans Affairs shortfall
Lawmakers are moving quickly to pass emergency legislation to plug a roughly $3 billion shortfall facing the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), as officials warn veterans' and survivors' benefits ...Yesterday -
ABC News - Top stories
'Hidden Figures' of the space race receive Congress' highest honor at medal ceremony
The hidden figures of the space race have been recognized with Congress’ highest honor at a medal ceremonyYesterday -
The Hill - Politics
Telehealth is a lifeline for opioid use disorder. Congress must save it.
In a country where just 1 in 4 people in need of treatment services receive any, expanding access to buprenorphine via telehealth is the best way to connect more people to lifesaving care.Yesterday -
Inc. - Business
Why These Innovators Are Concerned About a Power Grid Crisis
In an era of extreme weather and AI demand, tech and policy experts at the Fast Company Innovation Festival discuss how to create a resilient grid.Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
VA halts cat and dog research, a win for animal advocates
The Department of Veterans Affairs has confirmed that it is no longer conducting feline testing and is ending animal research on sensitive species, marking a significant victory for animal lovers ...Yesterday -
CBS News - Top stories
Weight of EVs prompts safety concerns about impact of crashes
Guardrails and barriers, typically tested against vehicles weighing around 5,000 pounds, are now being challenged by electric vehicles that often weigh more.Yesterday -
NBC News - Top stories
Video shows robbers in Atlanta falling through ceiling of cash-checking business
A pair of robbers fell through a ceiling of a cash-checking business, according to security footage released by the Atlanta Police. WXIA' Cody Alcorn reports.Yesterday -
The New York Times - Tech
California Gov. Newsom Signs Laws Regulating Election A.I. ‘Deepfakes’
The state joins dozens of others in regulating the A.I. fakery in ways that could impact this year’s presidential race.2 days ago - California -
The Hill - Politics
House passes bill to plug $3B VA budget shortfall
The House on Tuesday passed an emergency bill to address a roughly $3 billion budget shortfall facing the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), as officials warn millions of veterans’ benefits are ...2 days ago -
The Hill - Politics
Republicans sink IVF bills. Again.
Presented by Plan B One Step — Republicans derided the bill as a show vote {beacon} Health Care Health Care The Big Story Republicans sink IVF bills. Again. In a repeat of this past June, ...2 days ago - Republican Party -
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The Hill - Politics
Democrats block Cruz attempt to pass GOP IVF bill
Democrats on Tuesday blocked an attempt by Republican Sens. Ted Cruz (Texas) and Katie Britt (Ala.) to pass a GOP in vitro fertilization (IVF) access bill through unanimous consent, repeating a ...2 days ago -
ABC News - Tech
Congress is gridlocked. These members are convinced AI legislation could break through
A bipartisan group of lawmakers on Tuesday introduced legislation that would prohibit political campaigns and outside political groups from using artificial intelligence to misrepresent the views ...2 days ago -
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The Hill - Politics
New data show Congress’s crusade against remote work is a mistake
The Office of Management and Budget report shows that federal agencies are exceeding the administration's 50 percent in-office goal for telework-eligible employees, with 61 percent of work hours ...2 days ago -
The Guardian - World
EU fingerprint and facial recognition checks expected to be delayed again
Border checks system was due to go live in November but some countries say they are not ready. The full implementation of an EU entry-exit system introducing fingerprinting and facial recognition ...2 days ago - European Union