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China’s anti-spying expansion threatens US businesses, travelers: State Dept
The United States raised concerns this week over China’s efforts to encourage its citizens to participate in a new counter-espionage push. The U.S. Department said Wednesday, Aug. 2, that it is closely monitoring how the Communist nation is enacting its a new anti-spying expansion law. China’s current so-called counter-espionage expansion efforts include a new push… -
Trump to make court appearance on 2020 charges: The Rundown August 3
Former President Donald Trump is scheduled to make his first court appearance related to the latest federal charges he faces, and a famous YouTuber files a lawsuit over hamburgers. These stories and more highlight The Rundown for Thursday, Aug. 3, 2023. Trump to make first court appearance in D.C. Former President Trump will appear in… -
Iran holds surprise naval drill, US ups Marine presence in Persian Gulf
Iran’s paramilitary Revolutionary Guard held a surprise drill on disputed islands in the Persian Gulf on Wednesday, Aug. 2. The drill focused primarily on Abu Musa Island, one of three Persian Gulf islands under Iranian control but disputed by the United Arab Emirates. As part of the drill, the Guard’s navy unveiled new vessels equipped with… -
Pentagon to pull 1,100 troops from border as illegal crossings rise
The Pentagon plans to pull 1,100 active duty troops from the U.S.-Mexico border in August, just a month after the border saw a 30% increase in illegal crossings. The plans were confirmed by a defense official on the condition of anonymity to discuss details ahead of an announcement. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin approved the 90-day… -
CVS Health beats Q2 expectations after announcing 5,000 job cuts
CVS Health released its second-quarter financial results just a couple days after reports of massive job cuts at the pharmacy chain. The company topped expectations, despite profits sinking due to rising costs. Overall, CVS Health’s net income plunged 37% to $1.9 billion. Adjusted earnings totaled $2.21 per share in the quarter. Total revenue grew 10%… -
Trump faces federal charges over 2020 election: The Rundown August 2
Former President Donald Trump faces new federal charges, and a major pharmacy chain lets go thousands of its employees amid a company restructuring. These stories and more highlight The Rundown for Wednesday, Aug. 2, 2023. Former President Trump faces new federal charges Special Counsel Jack Smith announced new federal charges against Trump on Tuesday, Aug… -
New Illinois law allows some non-citizens to become police officers
A recently signed law in Illinois would allow some non-citizens of the United States in the state to become police officers, something that’s currently forbidden under federal laws. House Bill 3751 successfully passed the Democratic-controlled state House and the state Senate before being signed into law by Gov. J.B. Pritzker, D-Ill., last week. The law… -
HHS launches long COVID research team, treatment clinical trials
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) made two major announcements regarding long COVID-19 on Monday, July 31. The department announced the formation of a research office and the beginning of the clinical trials for possible treatments. The Office of Long COVID Research and Practice is being created to study the condition and help… -
Protests follow kidnapping of American nurse, daughter in Haiti
About 200 Haitians marched in the capital city of Port-Au-Prince on Monday, July 31, just days after an American nurse and her daughter were kidnapped in Haiti. The protests were meant to express anger over not only the kidnapping, but the worsening gang violence in the city. Alix Dorsainvil of New Hampshire works for El Roi… -
Hunter Biden’s former business partner answers questions: The Rundown August 1
A former associate of Hunter Biden takes questions from Congress. Just how involved was President Biden in his son’s business dealings? Plus, how the government is tackling long COVID. These stories and more highlight The Rundown for August 1, 2023. Hunter Biden’s former business partner testifies A former business partner of Hunter Biden testified for… -
NYT poll: Trump dominating DeSantis, rest of field in GOP primary
According to The New York Times’ first Republican primary poll of the 2024 presidential election cycle, former President Donald Trump holds a dominant lead over his GOP opponents. When asked what candidate they would be most likely to vote for, 54% of respondents went with the former president. Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Fla., received the second… -
Trader Joe’s announces recalls over rocks, insects found in food
Well-known grocery chain Trader Joe’s issued a few unusual recalls during the week of July 23. The primary concerns of the recalls were bugs and rocks found in various food items. On Friday, July 28, Trader Joe’s announced it was recalling its Fully Cooked Falafel, saying it may contain rocks. This followed Trader Joe’s recalling its… -
Trump team creating legal defense fund, reports say: The Rundown July 31
Trump donors are supplying more than just millions of dollars for his presidential campaign. Plus, one of America’s top-selling vehicles gets a major recall. These stories and more highlight The Rundown for July 31, 2023. Trump fundraising PAC spent more than $40 million on legal fees Donald Trump’s legal fees are stacking up and his…
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