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The Food and Drug Administration will decide whether to ban a common, artificial food dye often used in candy, snacks and beverages.

FDA may soon ban artificial red dye used in candy, food and drinks

A new Gallup survey indicates that job satisfaction has fallen to its lowest level in recent years, as workers feel more stuck and frustrated.

As 2025 approaches, more Americans looking to switch jobs: Report

Jay-Z and Sean "Diddy" Combs accused of 2000 rape in civil lawsuit; both deny allegations.

Jay-Z responds after being accused of raping 13-year-old girl alongside ‘Diddy’

Syrian rebels oust dictator Bashar al-Assad, who has fled the country after nearly 25 years in power.

‘Risk and uncertainty’ as Syrian rebels oust Assad after decades in power

The media is split after former President Barack Obama's first speech since the 2024 presidential election.

How the media is covering Obama’s first speech since the election

Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris will reopen in a ceremony this weekend. Roughly 50 world leaders, including President-elect Trump, will attend.

Trump’s trip to Notre Dame ceremony gives leaders chance to build closer ties

The number of Americans reporting they want a new job is at a 10-year high, but many feel they have nowhere to go.

There’s a new term to describe this job market’s vibes

Social media platform Bluesky reached 25 million users, continuing its growth after the election as some people looking for alternatives to X.

Bluesky grows to 25 million users, CEO considers ads on platform

The USDA announced a new federal order requiring raw, unpasteurized milk samples nationwide for H5N1 (bird flu) testing.

USDA announces new federal order for raw milk testing amid bird flu concerns

A jury deliberating over Daniel Penny's trial in a NYC subway chokehold death is reportedly deadlocked on the charge of manslaughter.

Jury deadlocked in NYC chokehold death case as lawyers consider next steps

Amnesty International is the first major human rights organization to accuse Israel of genocide in Gaza, releasing a report of its evidence.

New Amnesty International report accuses Israel of genocide in Gaza

President-elect Donald Trump announced the nominations to head Customs and Border Protection and Acting ICE Director.

Trump taps border, ICE veterans to advance immigration agenda

The CDC warns about the increasing presence of carfentanil, a synthetic opioid 100 times more potent than fentanyl.

CDC releases report on synthetic opioid 100 times more potent than fentanyl

A federal appeals court ruled the ban or forced sale of TikTok by the Justice Department is constitutional and can move forward.

Appeals court upholds federal government ban on TikTok

The NBA is ready to return to China for the first time in more than five years, marking a big turnaround after the league and Beijing had a falling out over an executive’s tweet.

NBA to return to China after yearslong rift

A judge ruled the U.S. Naval Academy can use race as a factor in admissions, rejecting a challenge from Students for Fair Admissions (SFFA).

Judge rules Naval Academy can consider race as a factor in admissions

One month after the election, new financial details have emerged regarding the Democratic and Republican National Committees.

FEC filings reveal Dem finances following most expensive election in US history

University of Michigan’s DEI program still intact, ends diversity statements

University of Michigan DEI program still intact, ends diversity statements

A new study reveals that a mutation in the current strain of bird flu could make it easier for the virus to latch onto human cells.

H5N1 mutation may make it easier for virus to latch to human cells: Study

Authorities say a gunman who shot two kindergarteners on Wednesday left behind a note citing his motivation as the war in Gaza.

Gunman who shot 2 kindergarteners used war in Gaza as motive: Police

A new poll shows work-life balance still isn't a thing for many women.

Work-life balance out of reach for many American women

The pet business is projected to reach over $150 billion in sales this year and one big player in the industry is Lamb Chop.

How Lamb Chop became your dog’s favorite toy

Moscow warned the West against deeper involvement in the Ukraine conflict, signaling its readiness to defend its interests.

Russia will use ‘any means’ to defend interests: Russian foreign minister

The U.S. jobs market beat expectations in November, adding 227,000 jobs after a bleak October report driven by hurricanes and strikes.

Why November’s 227,000 jobs added is not as impressive as it seems