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TikTok users sue federal government over law that could ban app
A group of TikTok users has filed a lawsuit against the federal government, contesting a new law that could compel the sale of the popular video-sharing app or result in its U.S. ban. The eight users, collectively boasting millions of followers, argue that the law signed by President Joe Biden violates their First Amendment rights. They contend that… -
Biden administration plans $1 billion weapons deal with Israel
The U.S. is preparing to send $1 billion in new weapons to Israel. And there are new details about the deadly crash in Florida that killed eight migrant farmworkers. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, May 15, 2024. Biden administration plans $1 billion weapons deal with Israel The Biden administration intends… -
115 million fentanyl pills seized in 2023, agent says ‘cartel controls border’
Government officials have been raising concerns over the dramatic increase in fentanyl in the U.S. According to the International Journal of Drug Policy, there were roughly 50,000 fentanyl pills seized by law enforcement in 2017. In 2023, there were more than 115 million pills confiscated. That is 2,300 times more than six years ago. The… -
Large billboard collapses, killing at least 14 people in Mumbai
A large billboard collapsed on Monday, May 13, during heavy rain and thunderstorms in Mumbai, resulting in at least 14 fatalities and 74 injuries. The nearly 100-foot-tall billboard fell on a gas station where police say it was illegally installed. The rain, accompanied by high winds, caused the 100-foot-tall billboard to fall over a gas station in the… -
Biden administration unveils new tariffs on Chinese imports, including EVs
The Biden administration unveiled a series of new tariffs on Chinese goods. This will impact $18 billion in imports, including electric vehicles (EVs). “China’s unfair trade practices concerning technology transfer, intellectual property, and innovation are threatening American businesses and workers,” the White House said in a press release announcing the increased tariffs. The release also highlighted China’s flooding… -
Cohen testifies Trump said ‘just do it’ about payment to Daniels
Michael Cohen, the one-time lawyer for former President Donald Trump, took the stand in the former president’s criminal trial. And a giant billboard collapses in India, killing more than a dozen people and leaving dozens injured. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Tuesday, May 14, 2024. Cohen testifies Trump said ‘Just do… -
Woman says officer held her face in fire ant bed during arrest, police refute claim
A Houston-area woman said police held her down in a fire ant pile during an arrest in 2021. The woman, Taylor Rogers, is now suing the city and officers involved in the arrest. Santa Fe ISD Police — who initiated the arrest in a school parking lot — have refuted the woman’s claims, saying there… -
The power of social connection: How hanging out impacts our well-being
Remember the times of just hanging out with friends, maybe in a basement – like the kids from “That ’70s Show.” Today, just “hanging out” is no longer the norm, and it’s not only noteworthy for inspiring future sitcoms; it’s also impacting our health. In 2023, the U.S. surgeon general released a report titled “Our… -
Solar storm brings Northern Lights to skies across US
A dazzling light display graced the night sky across America this past weekend, thanks to a rare yet powerful solar storm. The aurora borealis — commonly known as the Northern Lights — typically appears only in areas near the North Pole. However, due to increased solar activity, this captivating phenomenon was visible as far south as… -
Group of students walk out of Duke graduation before Jerry Seinfeld’s speech
A group of Duke University students walked out of graduation on Sunday, May 12, as comedian Jerry Seinfeld received an honorary degree and prepared to deliver a speech. Approximately 30 students stood up from their seats — some carrying Palestinian flags — and left the commencement ceremony. The protesting students chanted “Free Palestine,” while other graduates responded… -
Michael Cohen expected to take the stand in Donald Trump’s criminal trial
Michael Cohen, the one-time lawyer of Donald Trump, is set to take the stand in the former president’s criminal trial. And graduates protesting the war in Gaza walk out on Jerry Seinfeld during Duke’s commencement ceremony. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Monday, May 13, 2024. Michael Cohen expected to take the… -
Man acquitted in Michigan Gov. Whitmer kidnapping plot runs for sheriff
In 2023, a jury found Eric Molitor not guilty of assisting a group of men in their plan to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer, D, back in 2020. Now, Molitor is planning to run for sheriff in Michigan’s Wexford County. Nine people were convicted in the kidnapping conspiracy and five were acquitted — including Molitor… -
Senate passes sweeping FAA bill focused on safety, consumer protections
The Senate overwhelmingly passed a 5-year, $105 billion resolution to reauthorize the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on Thursday, May 9, a day before the law was set to expire. The bipartisan bill aims to improve safety and customer service for air travelers. The bill “gives the FAA the stability it needs to fulfill its primary mission —…
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