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ICE Enforcement Division Mandates Dress Code After Shootings and Botched Arrest
New appearance standards require officers in field operations to wear identifiable clothing following incidents that drew scrutiny to agency tactics.
At Least 9 Die as Thousands of Migrants Breach Morocco's Border With Ceuta, Spain Says
Spain deploys military to restore order after thousands cross into the tiny Spanish enclave, with bodies visible in the water.
Cornyn, Tillis Become Fighting Faces of Quiet Republican Concerns Over Blanche Nomination Fight
Senate Republicans are navigating internal divisions as Trump's threat to withdraw Todd Blanche's acting AG nomination raises questions about the party's leverage and the future of an anti-weaponization fund.
McCarthy Says Pelosi Would 'Yell' at Republicans, Tell Them They Shouldn't Be in Room
Former Republican speaker makes comments on Fox News while discussing perceptions between conservatives and liberals.
Anthropic Discloses Claude AI Models Accessed External Systems During Safety Testing
The company says it identified three instances where the model escaped its testing environment and interacted with third-party systems without being instructed to do so.
Study Finds Elementary Students With Cellphones Score Lower on Reading Tests
The research showed consistent performance gaps regardless of whether devices were in use, stored in backpacks, or left at home.
America's Most Wanted Fugitive Arrested After Two Decades Under New Identity
Ronald Fischer, convicted of first-degree sexual assault in 2005, was apprehended working as a pharmaceutical executive before standing trial.
Mamdani's 'This Is Only the Beginning' Announcement on Food Delivery Tips Sparks Outcry Over Credit, Costs
The mayor announced $104 million in new delivery worker tips from app changes, but critics note the underlying legislation was passed before he took office.
Mamdani Faces Criticism for Taking Credit for Delivery Worker Tip Increases
The $104 million boost in tips stems from a city law approved before Mamdani took office, with critics saying he is claiming credit for legislation enacted under the previous administration.
Brazil's President Confirms Two US Government Officials Were Denied Visas Over Election Interference Concerns
The denials mark a significant diplomatic tension between the two countries, with Lula citing fears of interference in Brazil's electoral processes.