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Trump signs bill giving nearly $70B to his immigration enforcement agenda through end of his term
President Trump signed a $70 billion bill boosting border patrol and ICE funding for the next three years to support his immigration agenda.
SpaceX wants regular investors to help its stock launch. Here’s what to know before clicking ‘buy’
When SpaceX makes its debut on the U.S. stock market, it wants smaller-pocketed, mom-and-pop investors to play a big role in the IPO.
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Search underway for young girl swept into big surf off Laguna Beach
“We kept resources on scene to search the area,” an official said. “The conditions are incredibly difficult with surf size and clarity.”
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Animal welfare rules might be rolled back by Congress
A pending version of the farm bill would block states from regulating the raising of livestock.
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A Trump order asked national park visitors to flag ‘negative’ historical info. They had other ideas
Public comments show backlash against a Trump administration effort to remove "negative" history exhibits from U.S. national parks.
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A Pentagon list overhaul puts Mormon church’s Christian identity back in the spotlight
The Pentagon’s recent revision to its list of Christian religions reignited a debate about whether The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints is a Christian denomination.
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A Thai woman is in custody after an American diplomat was found dead in Myanmar
The U.S. State Department says an American diplomat assigned to the U.S. Embassy in Yangon, the biggest city in Myanmar, was found dead.
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Accessorize with earplugs at this summer’s concerts so you can enjoy more music in the future
Wearing earplugs at concerts can help prevent hearing damage. Starting at around 85 decibels, hearing can be damaged with prolonged listening.
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Law firms cheated in filing claims with NFL’s $1 billion concussion settlement fund, report says
Court officials overseeing the NFL’s $1 billion concussion settlement fund have barred five law firms from handling any more claims.
Questions about the American flag, answered
The American flag has been the country’s symbol across the world and even into space.