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A proposed one-time wealth tax in California has sparked fierce resistance from the state's technology elite, with a Google co-founder spearheading efforts to defeat the measure. The tax would direct revenue toward expanding health-care services.
The United States has postponed implementing a substantial 50 percent tariff on approximately $20 billion worth of Canadian imports following a last-minute agreement announced by President Trump on Wednesday.
The death of Jason Arday at age 41 has ignited a broader conversation about diversity hiring practices and the scrutiny faced by minority academics. The Cambridge University professor resigned amid allegations of fabricating portions of his biography and academic record.
Forty-two gravity-powered vehicles raced down Mt. Tabor Park on August 15, transforming the extinct volcano into a showcase of creativity and community spirit. The event drew thousands of spectators to watch everything from dragons to ice cream trucks hurtle downhill.
A Texas federal judge has invalidated portions of the National Firearms Act, allowing certain gun owners to purchase suppressors and specific firearms without federal registration. The ruling applies only to plaintiffs in the case, creating a complex legal landscape across state lines.
Opening statements commenced Monday in the murder trial connected to the 1996 killing of rapper Tupac Shakur in Las Vegas. A former gang member faces charges in the decades-old case that has remained one of hip-hop's most notorious unsolved crimes.
A coalition of state attorneys general has filed a lawsuit against Meta Platforms, alleging the technology company created addictive products targeting children and teenagers while concealing the mental health dangers from the public.
The aircraft carrier USS Washington has been dispatched to the Middle East to replace the USS Lincoln, following reports of mental health issues among the Lincoln's crew and shortages of fresh provisions and essential supplies.
The newly established city of Starbase is pursuing annexation of approximately 7,100 acres of surrounding land near Boca Chica Beach, raising concerns among environmental activists and private landowners about SpaceX's expanding footprint in the region.
National Public Radio has opened submissions for its 2026 Senior Podcast Challenge, inviting Americans aged 65 and over to create original audio stories for a chance to win a trip to Washington, D.C., and have their work featured on NPR's signature news programs.
Automated speed enforcement systems are now legal in more than two dozen states, sparking debate over whether the programs prioritize safety or revenue generation. While research shows cameras reduce speeding by up to 70%, critics argue the timing and placement of tickets suggest financial motives.
The Kennedy Center board approved a second shutdown vote Thursday, launching a $250 million renovation that could close most of the Washington arts complex until summer 2028. The decision comes amid plummeting ticket sales and mass artist cancellations following earlier attempts to rename the venue after President Trump.
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