Policy & Law — Archive
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Mullin Says FISA Lapse Leaves Threat Level at Highest Point in History
The expired surveillance powers allowed warrantless monitoring of foreign targets; some lawmakers blocked extension over acting DNI appointment.
Knicks Win First NBA Championship in 53 Years, Sparking Celebration and Chaos in New York City
The Knicks' 108-102 victory over the Spurs in Game 5 was followed by widespread celebrations that included a shooting, multiple stabbings, and dozens of arrests.
Protect College Sports Act Advances Without Formal Student Athlete Role governance
The bipartisan Senate bill backed by Cantwell and Cruz would grant NCAA antitrust protection while critics say it excludes the very athletes central to college sports.
Tick Season Brings Rising Emergency Visits as Vets Urge Pet Owners to Watch for Symptoms
Emergency department visits from tick encounters have reached decade highs, with Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses posing risks to both pets and humans.
From Wasserman Schultz to Goldman, Democratic Incumbents Face Primary Challenges in Key Races
Several long-standing progressive lawmakers are confronting younger challengers backed by the left flank of the party as anti-establishment sentiment reshapes Democratic primaries.
L.A. County Deploys Covid-Era Wastewater Testing at SoFi Stadium Ahead of World Cup Matches
Health officials are conducting virus surveillance through stadium sewage as part of preparations for a World Cup unfolding amid Ebola outbreak concerns and rising measles cases.
Daily Wire Analysis Sparks Debate Over He-Man Film Adaptation's Treatment of Heroism
The review has drawn criticism from some conservatives who say it misrepresents the movie's themes, while others argue it raises valid points about modern hero portrayals.
Buc-ee's to Open Westernmost Location Soon With More New Stores on the Way
The Texas-based convenience store chain will open its first Arizona location in Goodyear, marking a significant milestone in its national expansion strategy.
America at 250 Is Riven With Doubt and Pessimism, NBC News Poll Shows
A record-low 33% of Americans say they are extremely proud to be American as the nation approaches its semiquincentennial.
Poll Finds Americans Pessimistic About Nation's Future Ahead of 250th Birthday, With Deep Distrust in Institutions
The NBC News survey shows a record-low 33% feel extremely proud to be American and 78% say the American Dream is further out of reach.