The U. S. Environmental Protection Agency has announced a new “accelerated review” of fluoride in drinking water. This move was welcomed by some who want to examine the science, but others say it ignores a 2024 court ruling that found fluoride harmful to children’s brain development. The EPA rele
The state House has called a hearing that will bring Charlotte’s top officials—mayor, police chief, sheriff and others—into the spotlight. The meeting follows two recent stabbings on the city’s light rail, one of which claimed a life. The incidents have sparked criticism from Republican legislators
In many towns, officials say they will not help federal agents catch people who entered the country illegally. This stance can push those agents out of secure jails and onto open streets, where their actions become harder to control. Reports say that when local police do not hand over suspects who c
A federal labor agency has decided to drop a long‑running lawsuit against SpaceX, ending its attempt to hold the company accountable for firing eight engineers. The case began when the agency accused SpaceX of dismissing employees who signed an open letter criticizing CEO Elon Musk. After two yea
The clash in Sydney over Israeli President Isaac Herzog’s visit led to a tense night for the city. Police said 27 people were taken into custody, including ten charged with assaulting officers, after a planned protest turned violent. The disturbance erupted when demonstrators refused to leave the de
Mark Hamer, who served as the second‑level officer in the U. S. Justice Department’s antitrust office, has stepped down after nearly a year in the position. He announced his departure on LinkedIn and said he had promised to serve for only a year when he accepted the role. Hamer noted that 2025 wa
The city’s winter has taken a heavy toll, with 18 residents losing their lives to the harsh cold. City officials have reacted strongly, calling for more help and tighter oversight of outreach efforts. The mayor has pledged to keep families in mind while criticizing the current approach to home
Bad Bunny, the Puerto Rican star who wowed millions with his halftime show at Super Bowl LX, has apparently removed every post from his Instagram feed. The account that once showcased 52. 6 million followers now shows no profile picture, no photos, and no follow list. The deletion happened right af
A group of Catholic investors, many led by Jesuit priests, recently challenged a private‑prison company that runs facilities for U. S. immigration authorities. The firm, which earned a large share of its 2024 revenue from contracts with the Department of Homeland Security, had voted against a shareh
Alaskans are known for their practical mindset. They care more about how well someone serves than how long they stay in office. This belief has sparked a growing group of lawmakers from both sides of the aisle to push for a constitutional change that would set limits on how many times a person can b
