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House Oversight seeks renewed Epstein probe, says government failed survivors for decades

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The House Oversight Committee called for further investigation into Epstein’s associates and financial institutions, alleging banks and American Express failed to address risks tied to his activities.

The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee on Tuesday issued a scathing report criticizing the federal government’s handling of investigations into convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein and his associate, Ghislaine Maxwell, accusing authorities of failing victims and overlooking critical warning signs for years. The House Oversight Committee called for further investigation into Epstein’s associates and … Read more

Not clear who can form a government, says Herzog following consultations

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Not clear who can form a government, says Herzog following consultations

Jerusalem, After two days of consultations with leaders of parties elected to the Knesset , President Isaac Herzog on Thursday evening said it is not clear to him who has the ability to form a government. Not clear who can form a government, says Herzog following consultations “I would like to update the public following … Read more

Virginia and DC sue over Trump's arch, adding to legal challenges as government wants work to begin

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Virginia and DC sue over Trump's arch, adding to legal challenges as government wants work to begin

WASHINGTON — The legal challenges to President Donald Trump’s proposed memorial arch are mounting, with the District of Columbia and Virginia suing in federal court Saturday as the administration says construction could begin as early as next week. Virginia and DC sue over Trump’s arch, adding to legal challenges as government wants work to begin … Read more

US mortgage rates may stay above 7% through 2027 as inflation, government borrowing and AI spending raise costs

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US mortgage rates may remain above 7% through 2027 amid inflation and rising borrowing costs. (Pexel/Representative image) (Pexel)

US mortgage rates may remain above 7% through 2027. Major housing groups expect mortgage rates to stay high for an extended period, making home loans expensive for Americans who want to buy houses. Fannie Mae forecasts that mortgage rates could average 7.5% in 2027, while the Mortgage Bankers Association expects rates to remain above 7% … Read more

FBI arrests Ian Brinksman, government contractor accused of leaking classified defense information to lover

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The FBI arrested Ian A. Brinksman, a Washington, DC-based government contractor, on Friday for allegedly transmitting classified national defense information to a romantic partner. Photographer: Samuel Corum/Sipa/Bloomberg (Bloomberg)

The FBI arrested Ian A. Brinksman, a Washington, DC-based government contractor, on Friday for allegedly transmitting classified national defense information to a romantic partner. The partner later published material online, the US Department of Justice said. The FBI arrested Ian A. Brinksman, a Washington, DC-based government contractor, on Friday for allegedly transmitting classified national defense … Read more

AI-powered hackers exploit PHP flaw as Europe takes government websites offline; NSA warns of cyberattack risks

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AI-powered hackers exploit PHP security flaws as European government websites go offline. (Pexel)

Government websites across Europe were taken offline on Wednesday as cybersecurity experts raised concerns about serious security flaws in PHP, a programming language used by millions of websites. The move came as the US National Security Agency (NSA) warned organisations to install security updates immediately or take their servers offline. AI-powered hackers exploit PHP security … Read more

How Frances worst rioting in years erupted and how the government responded

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How France’s worst rioting in years erupted and how the government responded

PARIS — Rioters clashed with police, set cars on fire, stormed public buildings and engulfed a historic city hall in flames in France’s worst civil unrest in years as violence and looting swept through major cities during nationwide protests. How France’s worst rioting in years erupted and how the government responded About 2,400 people were … Read more

H-1B spouses get limited court relief as US government moves ahead with work permit rule

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H-1B spouses get court relief over US work permit renewals. (Unsplash)

A federal judge in California has granted limited relief to seven plaintiffs challenging a Trump administration rule that ended automatic extensions of work permits for immigrants awaiting renewal decisions. The September 11 ruling found that the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) had failed to justify bypassing the standard public notice-and-comment process before introducing the change. … Read more

A 26-acre California site was being turned into an ICE detention facility without a full environmental review; a federal judge has now halted construction until the government completes the required analysis

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A 26-acre California site was being turned into an ICE detention facility without a full environmental review; a federal judge has now halted construction until the government completes the required analysis

A 26-acre California site was being turned into an ICE detention facility without a full environmental review; a federal judge has now halted construction until the government completes the required analysis/Image: Reuters A federal judge has halted construction of a planned Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility near Gilroy, California, ruling that the federal government … Read more

Catholic diocese sues US government seeking clergy access to detainees

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Catholic diocese sues US government seeking clergy access to detainees

* Lawsuit alleges clergy visits are limited to a four-hour Monday window at Saint Genevieve County Jail Catholic diocese sues US government seeking clergy access to detainees * Suit says priests are not granted private meetings to administer sacraments * Archdiocese seeks attorney-level and consular-level clergy access By Julio-Cesar Chavez WASHINGTON, – The Catholic Archdiocese … Read more