Federal prosecutors charge Ryan Routh with attempted assassination of Donald Trump

The investigation into the midair collision between an Army helicopter and a passenger jet that resulted in dozens of deaths revealed that military helicopter flights forced at least two planes to abort landings at Reagan National Airport prior to the crash. Concerns have been raised about frequent military training flights around the airport, where a helicopter lane intersects with aircraft flight paths. Despite reports of understaffing in the air traffic control tower, sources familiar with...

Jurors in the racketeering trial of former House Speaker Michael Madigan and his associate deliberated for nine hours without reaching a verdict, focusing on scheduling and office supplies. A midair collision between an Army helicopter and a jetliner in Washington resulted in the deadliest US air disaster in nearly 25 years. Walgreens suspends its quarterly dividend for the first time in 92 years amid financial struggles, while a subcontractor for the Obama Presidential Center sues...

President Donald Trump's 25 percent tariffs on Mexico and Canada, set to take effect on Saturday, may exclude oil imports, as Trump stated that oil "may or may not" be covered by the tariffs. The exclusion of oil from the tariffs is significant, as Canada is a major supplier of American oil imports, which could result in higher pump prices for Americans and impact sectors like manufacturing, transportation, and agriculture. The enforcement of tariffs on...

CEOs are finding relief in the potential rollback of diversity, equity, and inclusion policies following President Trump's executive order. Activists like Robby Starbuck are pressuring companies to abandon DEI initiatives, citing financial losses and legal concerns. Some executives, unaware of the current state of progressive policies, are facing potential challenges and debates on the issue, highlighting a shift in corporate attitudes towards DEI practices. Full Article

Costco shoppers in Texas, Michigan, and New York shared mixed opinions on the company's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies, with some supporting merit-based hiring practices while others advocating for DEI. Despite other corporations scaling back their DEI efforts, Costco remains firm in its stance, with shareholders rejecting an anti-DEI proposal. While some customers believe DEI is essential, others prioritize lower grocery prices over hiring practices. Full Article

UNRWA is a humanitarian agency established in 1949 to aid Palestinian refugees, providing services to 5.9 million people in various locations. Israel is banning UNRWA due to allegations of antisemitism, incitement of violence, and connections to terrorist activities. Israel is canceling the agreement, impacting operations in Gaza and the West Bank, potentially affecting aid distribution in the region. Full Article