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Demings 'Surprised at the Timing' of Jill Biden Interview About Husband's Health
Former Florida congresswoman said she believes Jill Biden was telling the truth about being frightened during the 2024 CNN debate.
New Report Shows Misinformation a Major Threat to Election Security
The assessment comes as the Postal Service proposes new rules requiring states to share data on mail-in ballot recipients, following earlier Trump administration efforts to tighten voting procedures.
Experimental Drug Daraxonrasib Doubles Survival Rates for Advanced Pancreatic Cancer Patients
The KRAS-targeting treatment, showing unprecedented results in clinical trials, could become standard care after one prior chemotherapy round.
Carnival Data Breach Exposes Personal Information of Nearly 6M Cruise Travelers
The April cybersecurity incident, disclosed in May, affected names, addresses, dates of birth, and government-issued identification numbers for millions of customers.
Head of GOP Women's Caucus Calls $1.776 Billion Anti-Weaponization Fund a 'Slush Fund'
The administration abandoned the fund hours after Cammack's criticism, following opposition from congressional Republicans and federal court rulings blocking payouts.
Southwest Reverses Part of Plus-Size Seating Policy, But Advocates Say Gap Remains
The airline now allows gate agents to provide free extra seats if available, but passengers without prepaid second tickets still risk being bumped.
Ebola Cases in Congo Near 300 as Recovered Medical Workers Share Stories of Survival
The outbreak has spread to 22 health zones across three eastern provinces, with WHO Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus opening a new treatment center in Bunia.
NYPD, Mayor Clash Over Scale of World Cup Watch Parties as $92M Summer Security Costs Loom
With a $20 million budget gap and potential threats ranging from weaponized drones to vehicle ramming attacks, Police Commissioner Jessica Tisch is pressing the City Council for flexibility during an unusually demanding summer.
Trump Administration's DC Beautification Efforts Framed as Beyond Politics, Lasting Public Good
Patrick Henry says infrastructure improvements including restored fountains, statues, and accessible parks represent a public benefit that will outlast the current administration.
Jill Biden Dismisses Democrats' Infighting Concerns, Says 'Things Are Going to Move Forward'
The former first lady's memoir tour has reopened discussions about the 2024 election loss and Joe Biden's debate performance.