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Senate Republicans head to White House amid stalemate on shutdown
WASHINGTON — WASHINGTON (AP) — As the government shutdown enters its fourth week, Senate Republicans head to the White House ...
Supreme Court to consider whether people who regularly smoke pot can legally own guns
WASHINGTON — WASHINGTON (AP) — Supreme Court said Monday it will look into whether people who regularly smoke marijuana can ...
States say new FEMA rules, grant delays put disaster response at risk
Government officials on the front lines of disaster preparedness and emergency response say deep cuts to federal security grants, limits ...
The tiny African nation of Lesotho had victories in its HIV fight. Then, the US aid cuts came
HA LEJONE, Lesotho — HA LEJONE, Lesotho (AP) — In the snow-topped mountains of Lesotho, mothers carrying babies on their ...
FDA unveils drugs to receive expedited review in support of ‘national priorities’
WASHINGTON — WASHINGTON (AP) – Food and Drug Administration announced on Thursday the first round of experimental drugs that will ...
US commander overseeing fatal strikes against alleged drug boats off Venezuela will retire
WASHINGTON — WASHINGTON (AP) — The Navy admiral overseeing military operations in the region where U.S. forces are present. attacked ...
Brown University rejects Trump’s offer for priority funding, citing concerns over academic freedom
WASHINGTON — WASHINGTON (AP) — Brown University rejects Trump administration proposal it would provide favorable access to funding in exchange ...
Health care is one of the most intractable issues in Congress
WASHINGTON — WASHINGTON (AP) — Democrats say health care is an issue that resonates with most Americans because they demand ...
China and the US have long collaborated in ‘open research.’ Some say that must change
WASHINGTON — WASHINGTON (AP) — For years, American and Chinese scientists have worked side by side on cutting-edge technologies through ...
Supreme Court hears arguments banning conversion therapy for LBGTQ+ kids
WASHINGTON — WASHINGTON (AP) — Supreme Court will hear arguments Tuesday in its latest LGBTQ+ rights case, weighing the constitutionality ...
