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California and other liberal-led states sued the Trump administration Friday over efforts to end gender-affirming care nationwide. LA Times
VOA VIEW: Good luck.
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem yanked the protections for the three nations in June and July and offered each a plane ticket and a $1,000 “exit bonus” to anyone who self-deports immediately. New York Post
VOA VIEW: The judge does not have the authority.
The former Russian president often makes aggressive remarks on social media and is less diplomatic toward the US than Putin in his public comments. New York Post
VOA VIEW: Foolish Russian threats.
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Another days-long stretch of soggy weather is plaguing the Southeast, raising fears of flash flooding and washing out another precious summer weekend along its popular beaches. New York Post
The Russian president didn’t directly respond to President Trump’s ultimatum that Moscow halt its offensive by the end of next week or face financial penalties. New York Times
VOA VIEW: So be it.
How masking is a source of both power and protection. New York Times
The university is the latest to be targeted by the federal government over accusations that it has not done enough to fight antisemitism on campus. New York Times
VOA VIEW: Good move.
President Donald Trump has declared that U.S. Senators “must” stay in session to confirm his nominees before taking their annual August break. OANN
VOA VIEW: A firm stance is needed.
New York Democrat Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency on Thursday, citing heavy rainfall and a heightened risk of life‑threatening flash flooding across New York City, Long Island, the Hudson Valley, and multiple surrounding counties. OANN
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Fishermen, charter captains and coastal leaders across the country are calling on President Donald Trump to save the domestic fishing industry. OANN
VOA VIEW: As he should.
Republican National Committee (RNC) Chair Michael Whatley has officially launched a bid for North Carolina's open Senate seat. OANN
VOA VIEW: It may be a good choice.
New research shows that adolescents with access to smartphones at school use them more to waste time on social media than for learning. Washington Times
A 13-year-old boy died in Mount Airy, Maryland, after floodwaters trapped him in a storm drain Thursday night. Washington Times
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The Anti-Defamation League has asked the Trump administration to open a civil-rights investigation into the Baltimore City Public Schools, accusing the district of failing to address "egregious antisemitic harassment" against Jewish students. Washington Times
VOA VIEW: Trump will follow through.
Two wildfires burning in the western United States - including one that has become a "megafire" on the North Rim of the Grand Canyon - are so hot that they're spurring the formation of "fire clouds" that can create their own erratic weather systems. Washington Times
A Virginia judge's ruling overturning Gov. Glenn Youngkin's appointees to three public university governing boards could undermine President Trump's efforts to ban diversity, equity and inclusion on campuses. Washington Times
VOA VIEW: The Judge is wrong, DEI must end.
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Strong rain storms lashed the East Coast Thursday, delaying flights throughout the region and prompting emergency rescues of motorists trapped in deep water on busy highways from the Philadelphia area to New York City. Washington Times
President Trump announced higher tariffs on more than 60 U.S. trading partners at rates of up to 50%. They are set to begin on Aug. 7. CBS
VOA VIEW: Good!
Vaccination coverage among kindergartners decreased for all reported vaccines during the 2024 to 2025 school year, data posted to the CDC website showed. CBS
A new app called Balance is trying to help tackle the mental health crisis among kids. The app is marketed as the first to use artificial intelligence technology to monitor a child's online habits and wellbeing. CBS
Investigators allege Andrew McGann, the suspect in the Devil's Den double homicide, stabbed Clinton Brink first as his wife rushed their daughters to safety. When she returned to help him, detectives say she was also stabbed to death. CBS
VOA VIEW: Sad!
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The origin of potatoes has puzzled scientists for years, but researchers now say they've found an unlikely ancestor: tomatoes. CBS
Two Federal Reserve officials who voted this week against holding a key interest rate in place explained their decisions Friday. CNBC
VOA VIEW: Their right.
ICE agents and other federal officials arrested illegal immigrant Oscar Adalberto Penate -- who is facing sex crime charges -- following his release from a jail. FOX News
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The Pentagon said it was ending the deployment of more National Guard troops that were sent to Los Angeles to respond to anti-ICE protests. FOX News
Mexico deploys over 7,000 security personnel including National Guard and military to protect tourists in Cancun and Riviera Maya amid rising cartel violence concerns. FOX News
VOA VIEW: A fool goes to Cancun.
Virginia police released surveillance video showing 26-year-old Andres Caceres Jaldin allegedly abducting a toddler at Fair Oaks Shopping Center before being arrested. FOX News
New York police honor fallen officer Didarul Islam with funeral services after he was killed by a gunman in a Midtown office building on Monday evening. FOX News
Jobs growth was slower than expected in July, and the unemployment rate rose, showing signs of trouble for the labor market. Nonfarm payroll was slightly up. UPI
President Donald Trump's super PAC has raised $177 million in the last six months, and has nearly $200 million in cash to use in the next midterm elections. UPI
VOA VIEW: Sounds good news for the GOP.
Nearly three quarters of U.S. adults experience some kind of online scam or cyber attack every week, data showed Thursday. UPI
VOA VIEW: They have to stop the phone scams.
President Donald Trump will sign an executive order Thursday alongside his professional athlete friends to bring back the Presidential Fitness Test in schools. UPI
VOA VIEW: A great idea.
Former pro wrestling star turned political activist Hulk Hogan, who died a week ago at the age of 71, was the victim of a heart attack officials announced Thursday. UPI
Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced the U.S. Forest Service is investing $106 million to support conservation of private working forestlands. UPI
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