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TSA workers have now been without pay for more than 40 days, as Trump says he has a plan to pay them. And, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announces plans to expand the invasion of Lebanon.
A large share of science funding comes through philanthropy, with little legal or public scrutiny. This lack of oversight allowed Jeffrey Epstein to cultivate scientists and launder his reputation.
The Trump administration has delayed billions of dollars for projects to protect Americans from floods, wildfires and hurricanes. Local leaders are increasingly anxious.
The Dietary Guidelines released this year recommend higher levels of this essential nutrient. But protein needs are personal. Here's how to assess yours.
All children, regardless of immigration status, have the right to a free K-12 public education. But without birthright citizenship, access to schools and colleges could get complicated.
Chinese AI companies are focused less on being cutting edge and more on attracting customers. That means holiday promotions, and making chatbots useful in everyday life.
Over one million Lebanese displaced by Israel's invasion, thousands of U.S. troops deployed to the Middle East, with more on the way, delays continue at U.S. airports with no funding deal in sight.
President Donald Trump said he has "no problem" with a Russian oil tanker off the coast of Cuba delivering relief to the island, which has been brought to its knees by a U.S. oil blockade.