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Jimmy Carter Funeral Service Attended By Former Presidents

The nation paid its final respects to former President Jimmy Carter on Thursday in a solemn funeral at Washington National Cathedral. Carter, the 39th...

House Oversight Telework Hearing Targets Biden-Era Policies

The House Oversight Committee will hold its first hearing of the new Congress next Wednesday, focusing on prolonged telework for federal employees under pandemic-era policies.

Elon Musk Hosts AfD Leader on X Amid Controversy

Elon Musk, CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, is set to host a live-streamed chat on his platform X with Alice Weidel, co-leader of Germany's far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, ahead of the country's February 23 national election.

Republicans Announce Bills Renaming Gulf of Mexico, Acquiring Panama Canal

Republicans have proposed bills that would make President-elect Donald Trump's suggestion of renaming the Gulf of Mexico a reality for U.S. documents. Another proposed bill permits negotiations to take back the Panama Canal.

Pope Francis Urges a Compassionate Approach to Migration

Pope Francis called for greater compassion and dignity in addressing migration and emphasized the urgency of environmental care in his annual address to the diplomatic corps on Thursday. The pontiff criticized the treatment of migrants as mere "problems to be managed" rather than individuals with dreams, talents, and dignity.

Yellen Admits COVID Relief Spending Contributed to Inflation

U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen acknowledged in a CNBC interview that the Biden administration's pandemic stimulus spending may have contributed “a little bit” to inflation.

California Wildfires Expose Insurance Gaps Amid Rising Costs

California’s ongoing wildfire crisis has left residents grappling with destruction and an increasingly fragile insurance market.

Maduro Claims U.S. Citizens Arrested as “Mercenaries” Amid Growing Tensions

Two U.S. citizens have been arrested in Venezuela on allegations of “practicing terrorism,” according to President Nicolás Maduro.

Biden Confirms Possibility of Preemptive Pardons

Outgoing President Joe Biden confirmed that he may issue preemptive pardons before he leaves the White House.

Michigan Lawmakers Take Oath as Republicans Regain Control of State House

Michigan’s newly elected lawmakers will be sworn in Wednesday in Lansing, officially kicking off the 2025 legislative session. The day marks a shift in state politics as Republicans reclaim control of the Michigan House of Representatives after two years of Democratic leadership.

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