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The week when crypto won big in America
NewsCongress passed the first major crypto legislation in the U.S., marking a major milestone for the digital currency sector. And with President Trump's support, the industry plans to march on.
Besides bold letters to world leaders, Trump is working on a subtler tariff strategy
NewsPresident Trump and his administration have been studying new sectoral tariffs that could cover a broad part of the American economy.
Brazil's Bolsonaro ordered to wear ankle monitor ahead of trial
NewsAuthorities in Brazil, worried that the former far right president is a flight risk, are imposing new restrictions on his movements. The tough surveillance moves come as President Trump continues to voice strong support for the ex-leader who is facing charges of plotting a coup to stay in power.
10 Americans are freed by Venezuela in a prisoner swap for migrants in El Salvador
NewsVenezuela has freed 10 Americans in exchange for Venezuelans whom the United States had sent to a prison in El Salvador.
Is the 'Gen Z stare' just a call to look inward?
NewsThis week's discourse has revolved around the so-called "Gen Z stare" in professional and retail environments. But what are people really talking about?
Disabled passengers say they love riding trains. Will Amtrak love them back?
NewsFor years, disabled passengers have complained about Amtrak and its poor service — that it's too hard for them to ride the train. A new federal report looks at its efforts to get better.
FEMA is at work in Texas flood zones, but private relief groups lead the way
NewsAfter early criticism for being late, FEMA is getting high marks from people affected by the July 4 floods, especially in hard-hit Hunt, Texas. But locals heap even more praise on religious charities.
White House says Trump has a common circulatory condition
NewsThe president underwent a comprehensive medical exam after experiencing swelling in his lower legs in recent weeks.
1960s pop star Connie Francis has died. The singer's life was touched by tragedies
News1960s pop star Connie Francis has died. The first female singer to chart a No. 1 single on the <em>Billboard</em> Hot 100, she sold over 40 million records before the age of 25.
The U.K. government secretly relocated thousands of Afghans to Britain for 2 years
NewsThe British government hid a billion dollar plan to rescue Afghans who assisted its troops after a data leak exposed them to Taliban retaliation.
How a third parent's DNA can prevent an inherited disease
NewsAn experimental technique that patches defective DNA with donated genetic material helped families at risk of passing rare illnesses to their children.
A refugee deported to Bhutan by the U.S. finds himself stranded and stateless
NewsOnce deported to Bhutan, some Nepali-speaking Bhutanese refugees say they are told to leave. Many have since disappeared, while others are homeless and stateless, according to immigration advocates.
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Congress defunds public media: How to help KCRW
PoliticsOnly July 17, Congress voted to rescind federal funding for public broadcasting. The bill is now headed to the President’s desk and will be signed into law very soon.
Barry Diller calls out studios for reckless misinformation (interview part 2)
EntertainmentIn the conclusion of Kim Masters’ two-part conversation with Barry Diller, the veteran businessman reflects on his time helping build Rupert Murdoch’s Fox empire.
Paramount-Skydance deal creeps forward; ‘South Park’ creators lawyer up
EntertainmentAs the Paramount-Skydance merger moves along, incoming execs Jeff Shell and David Ellison turn their attention to flagship property “South Park.”
