US national debt now stands at $40 trillion
WASHINGTON — The national debt surpassed a record $40 trillion on Wednesday, a staggering milestone as defense costs, social programs…
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DA reduces charges against LAPD officer who taped colleagues making racist remarks
LOS ANGELES — The Los Angeles district attorney has backed off felony charges against a police officer who secretly recorded…
UN rights chief is concerned about arrest of opposition figures in Zambia’s election
CAPE TOWN, South Africa — The United Nations human rights chief said Wednesday he is concerned over the arrest of…
Trump says US and Canada have reached last-minute deal to delay 50% US tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian imports
Trump says US and Canada have reached last-minute deal to delay 50% US tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian…
Texas teen convicted in fatal stabbing at track meet seeks a new trial and judge
DALLAS — A Texas teenager convicted of fatally stabbing a 17-year-old athlete at a high school track meet is arguing…
South Korean and US militaries shorten drills by about half after Trump ordered a reduction
SEOUL, South Korea — The South Korean and U.S. militaries have agreed to shorten their drills at the U.S.’s request,…
US Navy destroyer with 300 sailors aboard broke down for four days in the Pacific
WASHINGTON — A U.S. Navy destroyer with about 300 sailors aboard suffered a major breakdown in the Pacific Ocean last…
Minnesota attorney general sues Texas governor to compel extradition of ICE agent for trial
ST. PAUL, Minn. — Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison sued Texas Governor Greg Abbott on Tuesday, seeking to compel the…
Pentagon orders audit of 30 universities’ partnerships with foreign institutions
The Department of Defense has ordered 30 U.S. universities to audit their partnerships with mostly Chinese universities and military training…
Justice Department creates a new pathway to restore gun rights for some convicted of felonies
WASHINGTON — The Justice Department finalized a rule Monday that will pave the way for people who’ve been barred from…