Cruise company says 29 passengers left hantavirus outbreak ship on April 24, after 1st fatality on board
Descendants of Dred Scott and Chief Justice Roger Taney met in Washington D.C. as the Supreme Court ruled on birthright citizenship. The ruling affirmed that most babies born on U.S. soil are citizens, countering arguments by the Trump administration.
Democratic lawmakers are calling for Graham Platner to withdraw from the Maine Senate race after a former girlfriend accused him of sexual assault. Meanwhile, President Trump and NATO leaders convene in Turkey amid ongoing conflicts. Experts warn that dangerous heat waves, exacerbated by climate change, are becoming the new normal, impacting U.S. roads.
Folarin Balogun played a forgettable role in the US's 4-1 World Cup loss to Belgium after a FIFA controversy regarding his red card suspension. Despite President Trump's intervention, Balogun failed to score, and the US was eliminated.
California and New York are advancing legislation requiring 3D printers to incorporate "print blocker" software to prevent the creation of firearm components. This move shifts regulation from gun files to the machines themselves, but the vague specifications of the technology raise concerns about potential surveillance and impact on the 3D printing industry.
The US housing market is moving towards a more balanced state, with 44% of agents reporting a balanced market in Q2, up from 30% last year. Buyers are regaining leverage due to increased supply and more realistic pricing from sellers, though high mortgage rates remain a concern.
Democrats are developing "Project 2029," a policy blueprint for a future president, inspired by the conservative Project 2025. A key focus is combating the "annoyance economy," a term for frustrating business practices like hidden fees and difficult subscription cancellations, estimated to cost Americans $165 billion annually. Policy veterans Chad Maisel and Neale Mahoney are leading efforts to create regulations addressing these issues.
