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U.S. Department of Education Issues Proposed Public Service Program Rules to Protect American Taxpayers
U.S. Department of Education
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The U.S. Department of Education today issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) that would prevent benefits under the taxpayer-funded Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program from being improperly provided to borrowers whose employers...
U.S. Chamber’s guide helps small businesses navigate new tax law
America's Small Business Network
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August 18, 2025
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has released a new Small Business Guide to the New Tax Law to help entrepreneurs navigate provisions in the recently enacted One Big Beautiful Bill Act. The legislation, a signature achievement of President Donald...
U.S. envoy: Israel must "comply" after Lebanon's "first step" to disarm Hezbollah
United Press International (UPI)
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BEIRUT, Lebanon, Aug. 18 (UPI) -- U.S. Special Envoy Thomas Barrack said Monday that it is now Israel's turn to comply with the cease-fire agreement reached last November to end the war with Hezbollah, now that Lebanon has taken "the first step"...
U.S. Justice Department employee accused of throwing sandwich at federal agent fired
Talent Canada
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August 18, 2025
A man charged with a felony for hurling a sandwich at a federal law-enforcement official in the nation’s capital has been fired from his job at the Justice Department, Attorney General Pam Bondi said in a social media post Thursday. A video of...
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U.S. Sues California to Block Tough Emissions Standards for Trucks
Successful Farming
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By Jonathan Stempel and Bhargav Acharya Aug. 15 (Reuters) - The U.S. government said on Friday it sued California to stop the state from enforcing stringent emissions standards for heavy-duty trucks that President Donald Trump recently declared...
U.S. Rep. Nunn says JBS has hired replacements for workers being deported
Radio Iowa
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August 18, 2025
Congressman Zach Nunn says JBS has been able to hire replacements for workers at the company’s Ottumwa pork plant who had their visas revoked and are being deported. “Working with both JBS and Ottumwa, we’ve been able to ensure there are no...
U.S. Senate candidate Steve Marshall announces statewide finance team, backed by Alabama business leaders
Yellowhammer News - Alabama
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August 18, 2025
As the 2026 Republican primary to fill the open seat left by U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-Auburn) heats up, candidates are building their war chests to finance the effort to secure victory. On Monday, one candidate’s campaign for U.S. Senate...
U.S. issues new travel advisory for Mexico — what travelers should know
The Manual - Oregon
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August 18, 2025
The U.S. State Department has issued a fresh warning for Americans planning trips to Mexico, urging travelers to use extra caution amid rising safety concerns. Updated on August 12, the advisory raised Mexico to a Level 2 alert, citing risks tied...
Fatal explosion at U.S. Steel’s Clairton plant raises questions about its future, despite heavy investment
Public Source - Pennsylvania
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August 18, 2025
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — The fatal explosion last week at U.S. Steel’s Clairton Coke Works has revived debate about its future just as the iconic American company was emerging from a long period of uncertainty. The fortunes of steelmaking in the...
Explosion at U.S. Steel plant in western Pa. raises questions about its future
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August 18, 2025
CLAIRTON, Pa. -- The fatal explosion last week at U.S. Steel's Pittsburgh-area coal-processing plant has revived debate about its future just as the iconic American company was emerging from a long period of uncertainty. The fortunes of...
TRUMP EFFECT: A Running List of New U.S. Investment in President Trump’s Second Term
Arizona Free Press
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Since President Donald J. Trump took office, his unwavering commitment to revitalizing American industry has spurred trillions of dollars of investments in U.S. manufacturing, production, and innovation — and the list only continues to grow. Here...
Lotteria's first U.S. branch salutes YouTuber Army Ahn and fellow soldiers with a shortcut
Korea JoungAng Daily
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August 18, 2025
Published: 18 Aug. 2025, 17:31 The manager, right, and staff of Lotteria's first U.S. branch in Fullerton, California, greet soldiers waiting in line to enter the shop on Aug. 14, as pictured in screen captures of a video uploaded by YouTuber Army...
Too Many U.S. Physicians Remain in the Dark About Nicotine and FDA-Authorized Smoke-Free Alternatives
Newswise
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August 18, 2025
Newswise — STAMFORD, Conn., Aug. 18, 2025 -- America's next urgent challenge in ending smoking is ensuring that physicians and other medical providers understand the science behind tobacco harm reduction. This will require education and guidance...
The Potential Impact of U.S. Tariffs on the Indian Drone Industry
Dronelife - New Hampshire
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August 18, 2025
The United States’ decision to sharply raise tariffs on Indian goods threatens to disrupt India’s burgeoning drone sector. In late July 2025, the U.S. imposed a 25% tariff on most imports from India. It now appears (as of August, 2025) that the...
Economists say Trump tariffs won't significantly reduce U.S. debt
CGTN
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Cranes unload shipping containers from the container ship at the Port of Los Angeles in California, U.S., August 15, 2025. /VCG Cranes unload shipping containers from the container ship at the Port of Los Angeles in California, U.S., August 15,...
ICC arrest warrants for Israeli ministers ready but may be buried under U.S. threats
Natural News
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August 18, 2025
ICC arrest warrants for Israeli ministers ready but may be buried under U.S. threats The ICC prepared arrest warrants for Israeli ministers Ben Gvir and Smotrich on apartheid charges but may abandon them due to U.S. pressure. Ben Gvir and Smotrich...
From home appliances to K-beauty, Korean exports brace for U.S. tariff expansion
Korea JoungAng Daily
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August 18, 2025
Published: 18 Aug. 2025, 19:34 Updated: 18 Aug. 2025, 19:38 Audio report: written by reporters, read by AI Steel products are piled up for export at a port in Pyeongtaek, Gyeonggi. [YONHAP] [NEWS ANALYSIS] The Donald Trump administration’s...
Presidential Office Urges Support Measures To miMigate Impact From U.S. Tariffs On Firms
The Korea Bizwire
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August 18, 2025
Presidential chief of staff Kang Hoon-sik reads a message from President Lee Jae Myung during a ceremony commemorating the 16th anniversary of former President Kim Dae-jung’s death held at Seoul National Cemetery in the capital on Aug. 18, 2025....
Lantronix Soars on U.S. Army Drone Deal: Unlocking Edge AI Growth
Raging Bull - New Hampshire
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August 18, 2025
Hey folks, let’s talk about a stock that’s lighting up the boards today – Lantronix (NASDAQ: LTRX). As of this writing, shares are up over 12% in early trading, hitting around $3.26. What’s got everyone buzzing? A fresh announcement that their...
Answering the biggest questions facing Keegan Bradley with six U.S. Ryder Cup spots left
ESPN Global
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August 18, 2025
Mark Schlabach Close Mark Schlabach ESPN Senior Writer Senior college football writer Author of seven books on college football Graduate of the University of Georgia Paolo Uggetti Aug 18, 2025, 02:22 PM The PGA Tour will crown its seasonlong FedEx...