Author: Justin M. Larson

Ken Martin speaks at the Democratic National Committee Winter Meeting at the Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center in National Harbor, Md., on Sat., Feb. 1, 2025.Rod Lamkey, Jr. | AP PhotoThe Republican National Committee has almost five times the cash on hand as its Democratic counterpart, as Democrats seek to regain their footing following a disappointing 2024 cycle.The RNC reported having $72 million on hand at the end of May, compared to just $15 million for the DNC, according to campaign filings out Friday.While the RNC has for months held a cash advantage over the Democratic National Committee, the…

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Minnesota-based General Mills says it will remove artificial coloring from all of its products in the next two years.The company said Tuesday that 85% of its retail products and “nearly all” of its school offerings are already made without “certified colors.”It will excise the dyes from all of its cereals and school products by summer of 2026, and the rest of its lineup by the end of 2027. General Mills’ brands include Pillsbury, Betty Crocker, Cheerios and a variety of other popular cereals, though the company did not say which brands actually contain artificial dyes.The company did confirm reports that…

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BOSTON — A federal judge has blocked President Donald Trump ‘s administration from making drastic cuts to research funding provided by the National Science Foundation.U.S. District Judge Indira Talwani in Boston struck down on Friday a policy change that could have stripped universities of tens of millions of dollars in research funding. The universities argued the move threatened critical work in artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, semiconductors and other technology fields.Talwani said the change, announced by the NSF in May, was arbitrary and capricious and contrary to law. An email Saturday to the NSF was not immediately returned.At issue are “indirect” costs,…

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Excessive drinking was linked to a jump in high blood pressure deaths during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. In the report, out Friday, researchers found the estimated average number of hypertension deaths from excessive alcohol use was 51.6% higher in 2020 through 2021 than in 2016 through 2017. This increase amounted to about 21,137 deaths annually, compared to 13,941 for the respective time frames. The World Health Organization declared the COVID outbreak a pandemic in March 2020. In May 2023, it declared an end to the global pandemic emergency.The report also…

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Three people are dead in North Dakota, and tens of thousands are without power in northern Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin after powerful winds swept across the upper Midwest Friday and overnight Saturday.National Weather Service meteorologist Brian Hurley says the complex storm system produced tornadic activity, large hail and strong wind gusts.Tornado kills three in North Dakota townCass County Sheriff Jesse Jahner said at a press conference Saturday that two men and a woman were killed at two separate locations in the town of Enderlin, North Dakota, late Friday. Enderlin is about 57 miles southwest of Fargo.Timothy Lynch, lead forecaster with…

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Multiple batches of chocolate nonpareils produced by Weaver Nut Company, Inc. and sold across the U.S. have been recalled due to potential undeclared milk allergens, the Food and Drug Administration announced earlier this week.Six lots of semi-sweet chocolate with “Christmas Seeds” colored nonpareils, or small ball-shaped sprinkles, and 15 lots of semi-sweet chocolate with white nonpareils are included in the recall. The FDA said those with an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reactions if they consume the impacted products listed below. Recalled chocolate nonpareils. FDA Recalled chocolate nonpareils. FDA 47518 -…

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Kajol and Ajay Devgn, one of Bollywood’s most enduring couples, didn’t have the fairy-tale start many might imagine. In a recent interview with Radio Nasha, Kajol candidly recalled her first meeting with Ajay on the sets of the 1995 film Hulchul, debunking any romanticised notions of a “Raj-Simran” moment like in Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge.“He was just really, really quiet”“There was nothing of that sort,” Kajol said when asked if sparks flew the first time she met Ajay. “I mean, he was really, really like he is today also. He doesn’t talk much. On set or off set, he’s just…

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An AG43 automatic rifle is on display at a gun store in Arlington Virginia.Olivier Douliery | Sipa USA via AP ImagesRhode Island’s Democratic-controlled state House on Friday approved legislation that would ban the sale and manufacturing of many semiautomatic rifles commonly referred to as assault weapons.The proposal now heads to the desk of Democratic Gov. Dan McKee, who has said he supports assault weapons bans. If the bill is signed into law, Rhode Island will join 10 states that have some sort of prohibition on high-powered firearms that were once banned nationwide and are now largely the weapon of choice…

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Retired Rear Adm. Mark Montgomery weighs in on Israel’s latest wave of attacks on Iran on ‘Fox News Live.’ China’s clout in the Middle East may not be as strong as Beijing thinks, as Iran’s terror-sanctioning regime – one of the CCP’s closer allies – faces its potential end, experts told Fox News Digital. China does, however, remain a major factor in Iran’s energy market – which is otherwise sanctioned by the U.S. and much of the West, according to Steve Yates, a senior fellow in Asian Studies and security policy at the conservative Heritage Foundation.”Iran has been a particular…

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Aamir Khan and his girlfriend Gauri Spratt were spotted enjoying a relaxed Saturday evening in the city, days after the release of his latest film Sitaare Zameen Par. The duo, who were earlier seen together at the star-studded launch of the film, appeared to be either heading to or exiting a restaurant. Their casual yet coordinated appearance and subtle moments of affection caught the attention of fans and paparazzi alike.Dressed in a black T-shirt paired with light blue denim jeans and casual shoes, Aamir looked comfortable and laid-back. Gauri complemented him in black pants and a blue T-shirt, accessorised with…

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Jasprit Bumrah and teammates celebrate the wicket of England’s Ben Duckett. (Pic credit: BCCI) Rishabh Pant brought Headingley to its feet with a spectacular hundred and Jasprit Bumrah once again delivered a masterclass in hostile fast bowling, but England weathered the storm through a tenacious Ollie Pope to end Day Two on 209 for 3 in reply to India’s imposing 471. Score: India vs England 1st Test Day 2Trailing by 262 runs, the hosts found much-needed stability through Pope’s unbeaten century and stand with Ben Duckett, before a late strike by Bumrah brought some relief to the visitors.Go Beyond The…

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Tom Cruise to Receive First-Ever Honorary Oscar at 2025 Governors AwardsHollywood legend Tom Cruise will be honoured with his first-ever Honorary Oscar at the 16th Annual Governors Awards on November 16, 2025. Known for redefining the action genre with his dedication to stunts, cinema, and the theatrical experience, Cruise is being celebrated for his decades-long impact on Hollywood.Academy President Janet Yang called him “an inspiration to all.” The same event will also honour Debbie Allen, Wynn Thomas, and Dolly Parton, making this one of the most iconic Governors Awards lineups in recent years. Cruise’s upcoming release, Mission: Impossible – The…

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The crypto industry is on the verge of a major regulatory milestone, and it could lead to digital assets being a significant source of funding for the U.S. government. On Tuesday, the Senate passed the GENIUS Act , which lays out a regulatory framework for stablecoins, sending it on to the House of Representatives with bipartisan support. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent praised the bill in a post on X , saying that a regulated and growing stablecoin market could create new buyers for U.S. government debt. “A thriving stablecoin ecosystem will drive demand from the private sector for US Treasuries,…

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India’s batting coach Sitanshu Kotak (Pic credit: Sahil Malhotra/TimesofIndia.com) TimesofIndia.com in Leeds: India may have ended Day Two of the first Test at Headingley with the upper hand, but England’s spirited resistance, led by Ollie Pope’s unbeaten hundred, ensured that the contest remained finely poised.Scorecard: India vs England 1st Test Day 2At stumps, England were 209 for 3 in reply to India’s 471, still trailing by 262 runs. While Jasprit Bumrah’s class shone through with figures of 3 for 48 – including the scalps of Zak Crawley, Ben Duckett, and Joe Root – Pope’s gritty, chance-filled knock of 100* off…

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