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The Origins and Evolution of Free Speech: Meta’s Shift and the Future of Digital Expression

Freedom of speech—the right to express opinions without government restraint—is a democratic ideal that dates back to ancient Greece.

Donald Trump and Bill Gates Reportedly Attend ‘Private Dinner’ at Mar-a-Lago

Bill Gates recently shared details of a private dinner he had with President-elect Donald Trump, providing insight into the wide-ranging discussions they had over three hours at Trump’s Mar-a-Lago estate.

CDC Launches ‘One-Health’ Plan to Monitor Disease

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the Department of Agriculture (USDA), and the Department of the Interior (DOI) created the "One Health Framework" to prepare for future diseases.

Fire Breaks Out at California Power Plant

The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office issued evacuation orders after a fire erupted at the Moss Landing Power Plant Thursday evening.

Biden Commutes Sentences of Nearly 2,500 People

President Joe Biden announced that he is commuting the sentences of nearly 2,500 people convicted of non-violent drug offenses.

Trump Treasury Nominee to Advocate for Tax Relief, Pro-Growth Policies

Scott Bessent, nominee for Treasury Secretary under the incoming Trump administration, is set to outline a bold economic agenda during his Senate confirmation hearing Thursday. According to prepared remarks, Bessent will emphasize the need to permanently extend the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act while advancing new policies to reduce the tax burden on manufacturers, service workers, and seniors.

Congressional Report Supports COVID-19 Lab Leak Theory

A recent report from the House Oversight Committee suggests that COVID-19 likely originated from a laboratory incident in Wuhan, China.

Pharmaceutical Group Marked Up Drug Prices by 1,000%

The Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) marked up the cost of some prescription drugs by 1,000%, according to a report from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). Some of the drugs with significant price jumps included those for HIV and cancer.

West Virginia Governor Ends DEI, Allows Religious Exemptions to Vaccines

West Virginia Governor Patrick Morrisey (R) issued several executive orders that eliminate diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) from state universities and allow for religious exemptions for school vaccine requirements.

Arizona Lawmaker Pushes to Shield Minors from Online Pornography

A newly elected Arizona lawmaker is taking a firm stance on protecting minors from accessing pornography online. Republican Rep. Nick Kupper, a U.S. Air Force veteran and former contestant on American Ninja Warrior, has introduced House Bill 2112, which would require websites with significant explicit content to implement age-verification measures.

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