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A new book called "The Fourth Branch," written by former New York State Senator Daniel Squadron, examines how the Republican Party (GOP) has increased its control over state governments. The book argues that Democrats have often ignored state governments, which has harmed their political efforts.
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The book is titled "The Fourth Branch."
It was written by Daniel Squadron, a former New York State Senator.
The book studies the growing influence of the GOP in state governments.
It suggests that state legislatures hold significant power.
The author claims Democrats have largely overlooked the role of state governments.
The book was featured in a discussion on CBS News.
The topic relates to how political parties affect state-level policymaking.
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The White House appointed Harvard astronomer Avi Loeb to lead a new team studying UFOs, known as unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP), focusing on national security risks. This effort supports President Donald Trump's push for more transparency on UFO information and aims to investigate mysterious objects reported by the military.
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Avi Loeb is a Harvard astronomer chosen to lead a scientific advisory team on UFOs.
The team's goal is to study UAPs and their potential national security risks.
President Trump ordered more transparency about UFOs earlier this year.
The Pentagon has already released several batches of UFO-related files and videos.
Loeb's team includes scientists, UFO activists, and a billionaire interested in science.
Some experts criticize Loeb for making unproven claims about alien life.
The new team reports to a White House panel created to address UAP issues.
The team has requested more Pentagon documents and plans to share findings publicly.
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New words like "chalance," "kittenfishing," and "hat-fishing" are appearing in dating. These new terms describe different behaviors people show while dating and reflect changes in how people meet and relate.
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"Chalance" is a new dating term introduced by Dr. Bruce Y. Lee.
"Kittenfishing" and "hat-fishing" are also part of modern dating language.
These terms explain different actions or habits people have when dating.
Changes in dating words show that dating culture is evolving.
The article focuses on how language reflects changes in romance today.
This information helps people understand new dating behaviors better.
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President Donald Trump announced that the Republican Party will hold a midterm convention in Dallas, Texas, on September 9 and 10, 2026. This will be the first midterm convention ever and is intended to highlight Republican achievements ahead of the November 3 midterm elections.
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The midterm convention will take place in Dallas, Texas, on September 9-10, 2026.
This is the first time a midterm convention is being held by the Republican Party.
The convention aims to showcase achievements from President Trump's second term.
Some party officials are concerned the event might take resources from important election areas.
A recent poll found 58% of Americans disapprove of President Trump’s job performance.
President Trump mentioned policies like “no tax on tips” and fossil fuel deregulation as achievements.
Republicans currently hold narrow majorities in both chambers of Congress.
Losing control of Congress in the midterms could make it harder for President Trump to pass laws and avoid a potential third impeachment.
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Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson criticized Justice Clarence Thomas for disagreeing with the court’s ruling that supports birthright citizenship. Jackson said Thomas had a limited view of the 14th Amendment, which grants citizenship to anyone born in the United States.
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The Supreme Court made a decision that supports birthright citizenship.
Justice Clarence Thomas wrote a dissenting opinion, meaning he disagreed with the majority.
Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson wrote a 20-page opinion responding to Thomas’s dissent.
Jackson said Thomas’s interpretation of the 14th Amendment was narrow.
The 14th Amendment grants citizenship to anyone born on U.S. soil regardless of their parents’ status.
The majority on the court included six justices who agreed on upholding birthright citizenship.
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President Donald Trump reported earning over $1.4 billion from cryptocurrency ventures in 2025, including income from his family's crypto companies and sales of meme coins. His administration has introduced policies to support the crypto industry, while some lawmakers have raised concerns about possible conflicts of interest and national security risks.
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President Trump earned more than $1.4 billion from cryptocurrency-related activities in 2025.
He received over $500 million from World Liberty Financial, a crypto company he co-founded with his sons.
Trump reported $635 million from selling $TRUMP meme coins.
His crypto income now surpasses earnings from his inherited real estate business.
Since January 2025, Trump’s government has promoted crypto-friendly policies, including creating a national cryptocurrency reserve.
The administration dropped a legal case against Coinbase, a major U.S. crypto exchange, in February 2025.
Congress passed the GENIUS Act in July 2025, requiring stablecoins to be fully backed by U.S. dollars.
Five Democratic senators have called for hearings about Trump’s crypto investments and potential connections to the UAE, citing concerns over national security and corruption.
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President Donald Trump earned over $1 billion last year from his cryptocurrency ventures, including his meme coin called $TRUMP and a crypto company called World Liberty Financial. These ventures involve tokens and stablecoins, and some of the transactions have drawn public attention and questions about conflicts of interest.
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President Trump reported $635 million in royalties from the $TRUMP meme coin, launched shortly before his second term began.
The $TRUMP coin reached a high price of $74.24 but was worth $1.67 as of Tuesday evening.
He earned over $500 million from token sales by World Liberty Financial, a crypto company co-founded by Trump, his sons, and two business associates.
World Liberty Financial also reported about $65 million from selling shares in the company.
Stablecoin Holdco LLC, connected to these ventures, showed $196 million in equity sales.
The company offers USD1, a stablecoin meant to keep a steady value of $1, and $WLF tokens, from which it claims 75% of net revenue.
The Abu Dhabi wealth fund used the USD1 stablecoin in a large investment with Binance, whose co-founder was pardoned by President Trump.
White House officials denied any conflicts of interest related to these crypto activities.
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Colorado will hold primary elections to choose Democratic candidates. This comes as new progressive and democratic socialist candidates have recently won important races in New York City, raising questions about the direction of the Democratic Party.
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Colorado is holding primary elections soon.
These primaries will test the strength and future of the Democratic Party in the state.
Earlier in the month, progressive and democratic socialist candidates won key races in New York City primaries.
The recent wins have caused discussions about how the Democratic Party may change.
A politics reporter from The Denver Post, Nick Coltrain, talked about these issues on a CBS News show.
The focus is on the rise of democratic socialism within the Democratic Party.
The event signals a possible shift in political ideas and leadership within the party.
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Sam O'Hara, a Washington, D.C. artist, was handcuffed and detained for about 20 to 30 minutes after playing Darth Vader’s "Imperial March" near National Guard members in Dupont Circle. The city settled his lawsuit for $50,000, but O'Hara said he does not feel closure until the National Guard leaves and wants those who violated his rights to be personally responsible for the settlement.
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Sam O'Hara played the Darth Vader theme as a peaceful protest against National Guard patrols in Dupont Circle, D.C.
Police handcuffed and detained O'Hara for about 20 to 30 minutes without charging him.
The District of Columbia settled O'Hara's lawsuit with a $50,000 payment.
O'Hara’s lawsuit also names an Ohio National Guard member who threatened to call police on him.
O'Hara believes the National Guard should respect citizens’ constitutional rights, including the right to protest.
He thinks the officers who violated his rights should pay the settlement, not taxpayers.
O'Hara said playing the music was a peaceful and artistic way to express his message.
Despite the arrest, O'Hara remains committed to exercising his First Amendment rights to speak out against injustice.
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The United States deported at least 146 people to Venezuela shortly before two strong earthquakes hit the country. After arriving, the group was held in a hotel that collapsed during the earthquakes. Some deported individuals have died, and many others are still missing.
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At least 146 people were deported from the US to Venezuela last Wednesday.
The deportation happened just hours before two deadly earthquakes struck Venezuela.
The deported group was detained in a hotel upon arrival.
Satellite images show the hotel collapsed during the earthquakes.
Some deported people have been confirmed dead.
Many deported individuals are still missing after the disaster.
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New guidelines from the NHS watchdog, NICE, recommend that women with polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome (PMOS) should have yearly health checks. PMOS affects about one in eight women and can cause issues like infertility, diabetes, and heart disease. The guidance aims for earlier diagnosis and better management of this condition.
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PMOS is a condition that affects around 12.5% (one in eight) of women in the UK.
It used to be called polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) but was renamed in May to reflect the wide effects on the body.
NICE advises annual medical checks to monitor symptoms and prevent serious problems like diabetes and heart disease.
PMOS symptoms include irregular periods, extra hair growth, weight gain, and can lead to infertility.
The condition is underdiagnosed and managed inconsistently currently.
The new guidelines discourage using laser or light treatments for hair reduction because of cost concerns.
PMOS can affect mental health, causing depression and anxiety.
The draft guidelines are open for public and professional feedback until August 2026, with final rules expected in December 2026.
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A government review on maternity safety in England removed criticism of a campaign promoting vaginal births without medical intervention shortly before its release. Dr. Bill Kirkup, who was part of the inquiry team, said this removal hid patient safety risks and resigned in protest.
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The review was about maternity safety in England and was government-commissioned.
The "normal birth drive" encourages vaginal births without medical help, supported by many midwives.
Previous reviews found this approach contributed to avoidable deaths and harm to mothers and babies.
Dr. Bill Kirkup, who led previous maternity investigations, said criticism of this drive was removed just days before the report was published.
Kirkup resigned because he believed hiding the criticism ignored serious safety dangers.
The final report found women often were not listened to by maternity services and recommended a maternity commissioner to improve care.
Some campaigners were surprised the review said the normal birth agenda was not a factor in poor outcomes.
NHS England previously discouraged too many caesarean sections but dropped that policy in 2022.
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A survey in the UK shows many people find it hard to get emergency contraception on Sundays or late at night. The College of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare wants emergency contraception to be sold in shops like regular medicines to make it easier to access.
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Almost half of people in the UK think emergency contraception is hard to get on Sundays.
Nearly two-thirds believe it is difficult to access after 10pm.
Only 7% find it hard to get during weekday daytime.
The survey included 2,115 people and was done by YouGov for the College of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare.
Emergency contraception is available at pharmacies and clinics but not usually in supermarkets or corner shops.
The college wants emergency contraception to be sold over the counter like paracetamol or antihistamines.
61% of people support wider retail availability, rising to 75% for ages 18–34.
The proposal is backed by several medical groups and women’s health charities.
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The U.S. Supreme Court issued several important decisions on its last opinion day, affecting immigration, transgender athlete participation in sports, and a federal law from the Watergate era. These rulings shaped key areas of current American law.
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The Court rejected a major part of President Donald Trump’s immigration policy.
It upheld laws that ban transgender athletes from competing in sports according to their gender identity.
The Court dismantled a federal law that was created after the Watergate scandal to limit presidential power.
The term included multiple landmark decisions that impact U.S. policies and laws.
These rulings reflect ongoing debates about immigration, gender rights, and government authority in the United States.
The decisions came at the end of the Supreme Court’s current session.
The rulings will have wide-ranging effects on states and federal government actions.
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An 89-year-old woman named Alison receives home care visits only three times a day, with the last visit often in the afternoon. Due to staff shortages and high demand, she is helped into bed early and given medication, which may have contributed to several falls she experienced.
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Alison is 89 and lives alone with epilepsy and a history of falls.
Her home care package includes three visits daily: breakfast, lunch, and an evening meal.
The last visit now often happens around 3:00 PM, when she is helped into bed and given sleeping medication.
She spends up to 19 hours in bed because no carers visit later at night.
Alison reports having three major falls and many smaller slips since her care routine changed.
The Northern Health and Social Care Trust apologizes and says staffing shortages prevent a bedtime visit.
The trust is working with Alison’s doctor and trying to find other solutions to restore full care.
Alison is satisfied with her current carers but cannot always plan her day due to uncertain visit times.
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The U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of Republican Senate campaign committees, allowing them to spend unlimited money together with candidates during elections. This decision helps Republican committees save money on ads and other campaign costs as they work to keep control of Congress in the November midterm elections.
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The Supreme Court ruling lets campaign committees coordinate spending with candidates without limits.
Coordinated spending is cheaper because committees can use lower ad and postage rates.
The Senate GOP campaign group plans to stop its independent spending and focus on coordinated ads.
Republicans currently have more cash in party committees than Democrats, with the RNC holding $125 million versus the DNC's $15 million plus $18 million debt.
Despite committee spending advantages for Republicans, Democrats raise more small-dollar donations from many individual supporters.
The case was called NRSC v. Federal Election Commission and was brought by Republican groups and leaders.
This ruling is part of a trend where the Supreme Court limits government rules on political spending.
Senate Republican officials said the decision is a "total and complete victory" and helps them prepare for the upcoming elections.
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The Supreme Court finished its term with important decisions on major political issues. One key ruling rejected President Trump’s attempt to end birthright citizenship through an executive order.
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The Supreme Court recently ended its session with major rulings.
These rulings addressed significant political debates in the U.S.
The Court struck down an executive order by President Trump.
The executive order aimed to stop birthright citizenship, which grants automatic citizenship to most people born in the U.S.
Birthright citizenship is part of current U.S. law and the Court confirmed it remains in place.
The discussion included insights from Supreme Court analyst Amy Howe, co-founder of SCOTUSblog.
Other rulings also involved campaign finance, but details focus mainly on birthright citizenship.
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President Donald Trump earned over $1 billion from his cryptocurrency investments, according to his personal financial disclosure released on June 30, 2026. The disclosure provides information about his financial activities but details are still emerging.
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President Trump released his personal financial disclosure on June 30, 2026.
The disclosure shows he made more than $1 billion from cryptocurrency ventures.
Cryptocurrency refers to digital money that uses encryption for security.
This financial information is part of official records required for transparency.
More details about his crypto investments may be revealed as the story develops.
The announcement was made public by President Trump’s office.
The report comes during his current term as the 47th President of the United States.
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The Supreme Court made a ruling about birthright citizenship, which means whether children born in the U.S. automatically get citizenship. Amanda Frost, a law professor, discussed how this decision affects President Donald Trump’s plans on immigration.
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The Supreme Court made a decision on birthright citizenship.
Birthright citizenship is when a child born in the U.S. automatically becomes a citizen.
Amanda Frost is a law professor at the University of Virginia.
She wrote a book called “You Are Not American: Citizenship Stripping from Dred Scott to the Dreamers.”
She talked about the impact of the court’s decision on immigration policy.
President Donald Trump has a specific immigration plan that is influenced by this ruling.
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President Donald Trump announced that the Republican Party will hold its first-ever national convention before the midterm elections. The event will take place in Dallas on September 9 and 10 to encourage voter turnout in key congressional races.
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The Republican Party will hold a national convention ahead of the 2024 midterm elections.
This will be the first time Republicans hold such a convention outside of a presidential election year.
The event is scheduled for September 9 and 10 in Dallas, Texas.
The goal is to increase voter interest and support in important House and Senate races.
President Trump has proposed this idea to draw attention to the midterms.
Midterm elections will determine if Republicans keep control of Congress.
Both parties usually hold large conventions only during presidential election years.
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