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Biden threatens to veto House GOP’s standalone bill for Israel aid
With the Senate scheduled to hold an initial vote Wednesday, Feb. 7, on a $118 billion bill focusing on border security and aid to Ukraine and Israel, House Republicans are looking to push forward with a standalone bill of their own that would provide aid only to Israel. In response, President Joe Biden has come… -
King Charles III diagnosed with cancer: The Morning Rundown, Feb. 6, 2024
Buckingham Palace announces King Charles III is being treated for cancer. And country music superstar Toby Keith passes away after his own cancer battle. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Tuesday, Feb. 6, 2024. King Charles III diagnosed with cancer Buckingham Palace announced that King Charles III began outpatient treatment after being… -
Security increased in Dearborn, MI, after WSJ op-ed names it US ‘Jihad capital’
Dearborn, Michigan, is home of the largest Muslim population per capita in the United States. The city was deemed as “America’s Jihad Capital” in a Wall Street Journal opinion piece and controversy has quickly followed. President Joe Biden condemned the article and Dearborn Mayor Abdullah Hammoud called it bigoted and Islamophobic, upping the community’s security… -
Senators unveil $118 billion bill for border, Israel, Ukraine
A bipartisan group of senators unveiled a $118 billion package on Sunday, Feb. 4, that includes changes to America’s border policies while providing additional aid for Ukraine, Israel and other U.S. allies. The 370-page bill includes $60 billion for Ukraine, $14 billion for Israel and $10 billion in humanitarian aid — including for people in Gaza and… -
More than 100 killed, hundreds missing in wildfires in Chile
At least 112 people are dead and hundreds remain missing after wildfires broke out in coastal cities in central Chile popular with tourists. The wildfires are believed to be the deadliest in the country’s history. Chilean President Gabriel Boric says the death toll could rise as rescuers work to locate survivors in collapsed homes. Some… -
US launches strikes against Iranian-backed targets 3 days in a row: The Morning Rundown, Feb. 5, 2024
The United States launches strikes against Iranian-backed targets in the Middle East three days in a row. And more than 100 people are dead after devastating wildfires tear through Chile. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Monday, Feb. 5, 2024. U.S. launches strikes against Iran-linked groups in Middle East Beginning this past Friday, Feb.… -
Music label threatens to pull songs off TikTok over compensation debate
Some popular TikTok songs may be pulled from the app soon, including Taylor Swift, Harry Styles, Billie Eilish and more. Universal Music Group — one of the largest music labels representing major pop stars — is threatening to pull its artists’ music because of a clash with TikTok about compensation. “Ultimately TikTok is trying to… -
Calif. officials going to people’s homes to remove fruit to eradicate invasive pests
Small insects are causing a large problem for California agriculture officials. In a battle against the invasive pests known as Oriental fruit flies, thousands of Californians must forfeit fruit grown on their property. California’s Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) announced on Jan. 18 that it and the U.S. Department of Agriculture will remove fruit… -
4 NHL players charged with sexual assault in 2018 Canada case
Four NHL players have been charged with sexual assault in Ontario, Canada, stemming from an alleged assault by members of Canada’s world junior team in 2018. Carter Hart of the Philadelphia Flyers, Michael McLeod and Cal Foote of the New Jersey Devils, and Dillon Dube of the Calgary Flames have all taken leaves from their… -
Biden decides on response to deadly attack on US forces in Jordan; Iran-backed militia issues statement
President Joe Biden said he has decided on how to respond to the deadly drone attack in Jordan that killed three U.S. service members and injured more than 40 others. The president did not elaborate on his plans but told reporters on Tuesday, Jan. 30, that he is not looking for a wider war in… -
House panel advances Mayorkas impeachment articles: The Morning Rundown, Jan. 31, 2024
House Republicans took another step this morning in their impeachment efforts against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. And four NHL players have been charged in connection to an alleged sexual assault in Canada. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2024. House panel advances Mayorkas impeachment articles House Republicans voted… -
Does Taylor Swift have the power to influence the 2024 election?
Taylor Swift is back in the news cycle, but it’s not about her record-setting Eras Tour or her shiny new beau on the Kansas City Chiefs. This time, Swift’s potential impact on the 2024 election is in focus and prompting the question: What sort of influence will one of the world’s top influencers have? A… -
French farmers block major roadways over gov’t climate change policies
Protests outside Paris continued on Monday, Jan. 29, as farmers demanding lower fuel prices, higher wages, and fewer regulations brought in heavy farm equipment to block major roadways. Combines, tractors, and other large vehicles could be seen rolling into position in protest of government policies farmers say threaten their livelihoods. European leaders contend that the…