US suspends immigrant visa processing for 75 countries over public assistance concerns
The State Department will suspend processing of immigrant visas for citizens of 75 countries deemed likely to require public assistance while living in the United States.
Sources: AP News
Iran signals fast trials and executions for protesters as death toll surpasses 2,500
Iranian authorities plan fast trials and executions for protesters, with the death toll exceeding 2,500 amid nationwide demonstrations against the government.
Sources: AP News, NPR
Supreme Court rules candidates have standing to challenge election laws before voting
The Supreme Court ruled 7-2 that political candidates have legal standing to challenge election laws before voting begins, potentially allowing more pre-election litigation.
Sources: NPR
Scientists warn of accelerating climate change as 2025 ranks among hottest years on record
Earth's average temperature in 2025 was among the three hottest on record, with scientists warning that warming appears to be accelerating and approaching critical thresholds.
Sources: NPR
Trump administration cuts $2 billion in addiction and mental health grants
The administration terminated hundreds of federal grants supporting addiction and mental health services nationwide, potentially affecting thousands of programs and front-line care providers.
Sources: NPR
FBI searches Washington Post reporter's home in classified documents investigation
Sources: AP News
Supreme Court revives GOP congressman's challenge to mail ballot law
Sources: AP News
US personnel at Qatar base advised to evacuate amid escalating Iran tensions
Sources: AP News
Golden Globes viewership declines 7% to 8.7 million
Sources: AP News
Danish official says 'fundamental disagreement' with US over Greenland remains
Sources: AP News