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Report: U.S. Disenfranchises Large Numbers of Citizens for Criminal Convictions

New report reveals the United States is out of step with rest of the world in disenfranchising large numbers of citizens based on criminal convictions.

First Supersonic Airliner Factory in United States Completes Construction

The first supersonic airliner factory in United States recently celebrated the completion of construction.

Lockheed Martin-Built GOES-U Weather Satellite Successfully Launched

GOES-U advanced weather satellite built by Lockheed Martin launched from NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Central Florida.

U.S. Surgeon General Issues Advisory on Public Health Crisis of Gun Violence

United States Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy released a landmark advisory declaring gun violence in America a public health crisis.

Pro-Family Group Shows Video of ‘Homosexual Assault’ on Public Advocate Truck

In what a pro-family group is calling a "homosexual assault," an LGBT activist attacked a pro-family billboard truck displaying political messages.

Big Brothers Big Sisters of America Announces 2024 Alumni Hall of Fame Inductees

Big Brothers Big Sisters of America announced its newest class of inductees to the BBBSA Alumni Hall of Fame.

American Diabetes Association Names Diabetes Innovation Challenge Winners

The American Diabetes Association (ADA) announced the winners of its Innovation Challenge competition.

Target to Roll Out GenAI Technology to Store Team Members Chainwide

Target plans to roll out a new generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tool to team members at all of its nearly 2,000 stores.

Use of Tirzepatide Shown to Improve Sleep Apnea, Cardiovascular Outcomes

Findings from a study of tirzepatide in patients revealed significant improvements in both sleep apnea severity and cardiovascular outcomes.

Disney Delivers Special Care Packages to Fisher Houses Nationwide

Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck and Disney VoluntEARS visited Fisher Houses across the nation in June to deliver special care packages.

U.S. Border Patrol Agents Seize Illegal Tactical Weapons

Border Patrol agents seized illegal tactical weapons, including AK-47 style rifles, 30-round magazines and pistols, & arrested a 25-year-old and a juvenile.

Amtrak Auto Train Summer Sale Offers Fares as Low as $75, Kids Ride Free

Amtrak offering Auto Train summer sale for travelers ready to skip the stress of I-95 in favor of a convenient and relaxing trip by saying "all aboard!"

U.S. Border Patrol Seizes Backpacks Filled with Abandoned Firearms

U.S. Border Patrol agents along with a USBP K9 responded to illegal activity at the border and discovered three backpacks filled with firearms.

Report: Prospective Homebuyers Feel Renting Detrimental to Financial Future

Many prospective homebuyers fear the long-term consequences of renting, according to a new Bank of America Homebuyer Insights Report.

Multi-Year Partnership to Accelerate Growth of Women’s Tennis Globally

Multi-year partnership will support ambition to grow women's professional tennis and inspire more women and girls around the world to take up the game.

Study: 4 in 5 Parents Have Drugged Their Kids to Sleep

Parents are administering melatonin, Benadryl, herbal sleep aids, medications and more to aid their children's sleep.

President Biden Issues 11 Pardons, 5 Commutations

Democratic President Joe Biden recently granted clemency to 16 individuals, consisting of 11 pardons and five commutations.

$1.3 Billion Powerball Jackpot Winners Announced

A man, his wife, and their friend are making history as winners of $1.3 billion Powerball jackpot - the fourth largest Powerball jackpot.

In Debt and Full of Regret: Credit Cards Top List of Financial Regret for Americans

In honor of Financial Literacy Month, a new survey of Americans uncovered their biggest money regrets and debt from credit cards top the list.

First-Time Buyers Must Earn This Much to Afford the Average Home

New survey reported amount of money first-time buyers must earn to afford average home - & median home is affordable for median earners in just four states.

Subway Sale is Complete

Subway, one of the world's largest restaurant brands, completed its previously announced sale.

Wounded Warrior Project Shares Suicide Prevention Strategies

Wounded Warrior Project shares suicide risk reduction and prevention strategies, offering insights applicable to veterans and others at risk.

Violent Puerto Rico Gang Members Charged with Drug Trafficking, Firearms Violations

A federal grand jury returned indictment charging 62 violent Puerto Rico gang members with drug trafficking and firearms violations.

New Rule Requires Automatic Refunds of Airline Tickets, Ancillary Service Fees

Federal government issued a final rule that requires airlines to promptly provide passengers with automatic cash refunds when owed.

NASA Releases New Space Sustainability Strategy for Future Operations

To address rapidly changing space operating environment and ensure preservation for future, NASA released its Space Sustainability strategy.

Coast Guard Repatriates Migrants to Cuba from Key West, Florida

The Coast Guard repatriated migrants to Cuba, following an interdiction of a migrant venture near Key West, Florida.

University of Florida Students Build Camouflage Device for Army

It started as a class project for University of Florida senior engineering students, and became a solution to camouflage vehicles on the battlefield.

Marking the End of an Era: Successful Final Launch for Delta IV Heavy Rocket

The final launch of Delta IV Heavy rocket by United Launch Alliance (ULA) from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Central Florida marks end of era.

How to Watch Upcoming Total Solar Eclipse with NASA from Anywhere

On April 8th, most will have the chance to see the Moon pass in front of the Sun during a total solar eclipse, with multiple ways to watch online.

Social Security Announces Four Key Updates to Address Overpayment Issues

Social Security Commissioner Martin O’Malley is taking four vital steps to immediately address overpayment issues customers and the agency have experienced.