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Live updates - Israel and Lebanon agree to extend cease-fire by 3 weeks, Trump says. Here's what happened. That comes after representatives from both countries met at the White House.
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Trump orders US military to 'shoot and kill' Iranian small boats choking Strait of Hormuz -- The president's post on social media about the small boats came shortly after the US military seized another tanker associated with the smuggling of Iranian oil5 hours ago
Civil rights groups condemn Southern Poverty Law Center's indictment and prepare for legal fights -- The Southern Poverty Law Center's indictment is sparking outrage among civil rights leaders.5 hours ago
Trump's 'gold card' visa starting at $1 million granted to just 1 person so far, White House says -- Though only one person has been approved, "there are hundreds in the queue that they are going through," Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick said.3 hours ago
An 'iconic image' or 'white supremacist propaganda'? It's not clear why the DHS posted a photo of Fenway Park.1 day ago
RFK Jr. faces scrutiny from Hassan over HHS videos, clashes with Warren on drug pricing in tense Senate hearing1 day ago
John Kerry tells Colbert that US would be better off 'if neither Iran nor Kash Patel are getting bombed'1 day ago
Janet Mills was Democrats' safe bet to face Susan Collins. Now she's falling behind.1 day ago
N.H. lawmakers vote on tolls, civil rights, and K-12 education - The New Hampshire House and Senate are both back in session Thursday, with agendas that cover several topics of interest. Here are a few of the noteworthy items coming up for a vote.6 hours ago
Vermont prosecutor declines to charge six protesters arrested at South Burlington ICE raid -- Police and protesters clashed during a daylong raid on March 11. Attorney Sarah George said that in making her decision, she analyzed the cases to find where the harm was and who contributed to it.6 hours ago
Mass. sheriffs know their budget process is 'deeply flawed.' They have ideas for how to fix it. -- In a letter sent last week to top budget writers, state's 14 county sheriffs outlined a series of reforms they say would begin to address the "real problems" Inspector General Jeffrey Shapiro found in their budget process.16 hours ago
'What message does this send?' Boston residents, advocates slam city officials for stalled safety upgrades to busy roads. -- About 50 people who testified during a lengthy City Council hearing said Mayor Wu's administration has delayed badly needed safety upgrades.13 hours ago
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Justice Department's watchdog is reviewing compliance with the law mandating Epstein files release5 hours ago
US reclassifies state-licensed medical marijuana as a less-dangerous drug in a historic shift11 hours ago
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The 'Make America Healthy Again' movement is cooling on Trump and Republicans8 hours ago
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Trump's planned appearance bringing renewed scrutiny to annual correspondents' dinner9 hours ago
Trump threats against Iran are a boon for prediction markets, including some backed by his son10 hours ago
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