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Memorial Day's origins and evolution from solemn observance to summer kickoff
Memorial Day, observed on the last Monday of May, honors fallen U.S. service members and unofficially marks the start of summer. Its origins trace back to the Civil War, with early observances in places like Waterloo, N…
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US spy agencies secure $9B for AI chips amid shortage fears
The Trump administration secretly approved a $9 billion request for advanced computer chips to bolster U.S. spy agencies' capabilities with artificial intelligence. This funding aims to address concerns about a chip sho…
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US Congress proposes $130 annual EV registration fee
A bipartisan bill introduced in Congress proposes an annual registration fee of $130 for electric vehicles. The stated aim of this fee is to ensure that EV owners contribute their fair share towards road maintenance and…
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Congress scrambles to regulate prediction markets amid insider trading fears
Congress is moving to regulate online prediction markets due to concerns over insider trading and the use of non-public information. Several bills have been introduced, including one that would prohibit the use of campa…
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OpenAI backs Kids Online Safety Act amid privacy group opposition
OpenAI has publicly endorsed the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA), aligning with major tech companies like Apple, Microsoft, Snap, and X. This endorsement comes despite ongoing opposition from numerous civil rights and pri…
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Congress probes Canvas breach after Instructure pays ransom
Instructure, the company behind Canvas, has reportedly paid a ransom to cybercriminals who breached its systems. The breach exposed sensitive data, prompting an investigation by Congress. The exact nature of the data co…
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Republican health care cuts reduce ACA enrollment, spark election-year blame
Changes to the Affordable Care Act and Medicaid enacted by congressional Republicans are beginning to impact coverage, leading to an election-year dispute. Approximately 1.2 million fewer individuals are enrolled in ACA…
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Trump eyes federal gas tax suspension amid high prices
President Donald Trump has expressed interest in suspending the federal gas tax to alleviate rising fuel costs, a move that has not been previously undertaken at the federal level. While the proposed suspension would el…
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Congress narrows GUARD Act, but privacy concerns remain
Congress has made revisions to the GUARD Act, but significant issues persist regarding its implications for online privacy and age verification. The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) argues that the narrowed scope st…
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Elon Musk backs Warren Buffett's 5-minute plan for national debt
Elon Musk has publicly endorsed Warren Buffett's proposed solution to address the U.S. national debt. Buffett's 2011 plan suggests that if the deficit exceeds 3% of GDP, all current members of Congress should be ineligi…
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Congress faces sexual misconduct reckoning amid new allegations
Congress is facing a significant reckoning over sexual misconduct, reminiscent of the #MeToo movement. New allegations have surfaced against several lawmakers, including Representatives Tony Gonzales and Eric Swalwell, …
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UAP interest pushes NASA, Pentagon toward AI and fuzzy logic
The article discusses how UFOs, or UAPs, are prompting a shift in scientific and governmental approaches, particularly involving NASA and the Pentagon. This push is leading towards the integration of artificial intellig…
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Congress narrows GUARD Act, but AI access concerns persist
Lawmakers have revised the GUARD Act, a bill intended to limit minors' access to specific AI systems, after facing criticism. The updated legislation aims to address concerns that the initial draft was overly broad and …
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Pentagon releases new UFO files, urges public to draw own conclusions
The Pentagon has initiated the release of new documents concerning Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena (UAP), formerly known as UFOs. This initiative, supported by the White House and various intelligence agencies, aims to…
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Congress probes AI distillation security risks, focusing on Chinese models
A US congressional committee has initiated an inquiry into the cybersecurity risks associated with AI models, particularly those originating from China and deployed in critical infrastructure. The investigation will foc…
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US Senate passes bill targeting build-to-rent housing despite industry concerns
A recent housing bill in Congress has sparked debate over its provisions targeting rental properties and build-to-rent developments. Senator Jack Schatz described a section requiring entities owning over 350 rental unit…
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US proposes new metrics to measure economic security and industrial capacity
An essay proposes two new metrics to quantify U.S. economic security, addressing a lack of clear indicators for policymakers. The first metric, the Chokepoint Exposure Index (CEI%), measures the percentage of U.S. GDP v…
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Trump declares hostilities with Iran terminated, Democrats push back on War Powers Act
Former President Trump has informed Congress that hostilities with Iran have been terminated, indicating that the 60-day War Powers Act deadline may no longer be applicable. This declaration has met with opposition from…
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Congress extends FISA Section 702 surveillance authority for 45 days amid reform talks
Congress has granted a short, 45-day extension for Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. This temporary measure is intended to provide lawmakers with additional time to negotiate potential reforms to…
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Congress passes short-term FISA extension, punting surveillance debate
Congress has passed a short-term, 45-day extension for Section 702 of FISA, the government's warrantless surveillance authority. This action follows the Senate's rejection of a longer extension proposed by the House, wh…