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Justice Department files complaint against judges over immigration enforcement surge comments

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Justice Department files complaint against judges over immigration enforcement surge comments

WASHINGTON — The Department of Justice filed a complaint Wednesday against federal judges in Minnesota over their remarks to the media about the pressure on their courthouse during Trump administration’s immigration enforcement surge. Justice Department files complaint against judges over immigration enforcement surge comments The complaint alleges the judges seven federal judges — nominated by … Read more

Pennsylvania measles outbreak: Jefferson County woman dies as cases surge to 676; key details here

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Pennsylvania reported its third measles-related death this year, involving a 40-year-old woman from Jefferson County. (REUTERS)

A 40-year-old woman has succumbed to complications from measles in Pennsylvaniarepresenting the third measles-related death in the state this year, as the US faces its most significant resurgence of this highly contagious illness in 35 years. Pennsylvania reported its third measles-related death this year, involving a 40-year-old woman from Jefferson County. (REUTERS) The woman, who … Read more

Scientists warmed Minnesota forest trees by 3.4°C for years expecting respiration to surge 23%; the trees adapted and erased nearly 80% of that increase

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Scientists warmed Minnesota forest trees by 3.4°C for years expecting respiration to surge 23%; the trees adapted and erased nearly 80% of that increase

The open-air study was designed to mimic future warming while maintaining natural outdoor conditions. Researchers established plots in both open and closed-canopy forest environments and planted seedlings representing 11 tree species. In a Minnesota forest, researchers turned up the heat, not for days or weeks, but for years. Beneath the trees, heating cables warmed the … Read more

Nepal floods: Aerial views reveal trail of destruction after powerful surge of ice, mud and boulders

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Nepal floods: Aerial views reveal trail of destruction after powerful surge of ice, mud and boulders

Trail of devastation caused by floods Nepal came under the sudden force of a massive flood on Wednesday, leaving a trail of devastation as the Himalayan fury claimed at least 165 lives and left more than 1300 people missing.The Himalayan nation’s northern region bore the brunt of the disaster, with Rasuwa district on China-Nepal border … Read more

Is COVID coming back? These US states are seeing a new surge in cases; here’s what’s driving it

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COVID-19 cases are climbing across the United States as the virus enters another seasonal wave. (Unsplash)

COVID-19 cases are climbing across the United States as the virus enters another seasonal wave. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), COVID-19 infections are increasing or likely to increase in almost all states. COVID-19 cases are climbing across the United States as the virus enters another seasonal wave. (Unsplash) Experts caution … Read more

US threatens ‘toughest sanctions in history’ on Iran; oil prices surge as Trump warns of ‘economic warfare’

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US President Donald Trump warned of economic consequences against any country that provided "any type of lifeline to Iran." (Bloomberg)

WASHINGTON/DUBAI, Aug 20 (Reuters) – The U.S. will impose “the toughest sanctions in history” on Iran, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said on Thursday, a focus on economic measures he suggested would lessen the need for new major military operations against Tehran. US President Donald Trump warned of economic consequences against any country that provided “any … Read more