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As the Gaza war moves into its third year, peace talks offer some hope

Emily Feng

On the second anniversary of the Hamas-led attack on Israel of Oct. 7, 2023, the leaders of Israel and Hamas are pushed by Arab countries and the U.S. toward a potential end to the war.
Cardinal Robert Prevost becomes the first American pope, choosing the name Leo XIV

Sarah Ventre

Cardinal Robert Prevost has been elected pope, the first time an American has led the Roman Catholic Church. Prevost, 69, chose the name Pope Leo XIV.

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Beef prices have hit record highs, yet American consumers haven't stopped buying it. A look at what's behind the steep price increase and when they might come down.
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The Food and Drug Administration approved the next round of COVID-19 vaccines, but is restricting them to people at high risk for COVID complications.
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Farmers who were promised funding through the federal Regional Food Business Centers have been left in limbo after the Trump administration shut down the program. The U.S. Department of Agriculture says it will honor grants the program already approved, but it's unclear when.
Trump spending bill revives expired compensation program for uranium miners exposed to radiation

Nestled in the very back of the federal spending and policy bill passed last month, there's an obscure provision that could change the lives of uranium miners exposed to radiation. It's an extension of the previously expired Radiation Exposure and Compensation Act of 1990.
Skyglow is erasing the stars, but smarter outdoor lighting can help bring the night back

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Americans are losing their starry views to light pollution. But some communities are make lighting decisions to help preserve night skies – while benefiting wildlife and human health.
Federal records contradict what FEMA leader told Congress about Texas flood response

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Funding for FEMA's disaster survivor hotline lapsed the day after the Texas floods, federal records show. It took DHS Secretary Kristi Noem five days to approve more money.
Economic uncertainty freezing investments and job growth along US-Mexico border

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Investors weigh President Donald J. Trump's decision to impose more tariffs on Mexican-made goods. At the same time they're concerned Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum's push to overhaul the country's judiciary may create legal uncertainty for companies in Mexico.
Education Department says it's releasing more than $5 billion in frozen grants

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The grants fund a wide range of education programs, including migrant education, services for English language learners and adult education.