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The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced it will no longer report veterans to the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) as “prohibited persons” solely because they require a...

U.S. extends greetings for Lunar New Year celebrations

On February 16, 2026, the United States extended greetings to those observing Lunar New Year.

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U.S. invests $40 million in international crop research center under America First policy

The United States government has announced a $40 million investment to support the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT), an agricultural research institution recognized worldwide.

United States imposes visa restrictions on Iranian officials over protest crackdown

The United States has announced new visa restrictions on 18 Iranian officials and leaders in the telecommunications industry, as well as their immediate family members.

State Department launches concierge service for AI exports to Pax Silica partners

The U.S. Department of State has launched a pilot “concierge” service to help Pax Silica signatories acquire American-made artificial intelligence (AI) products more efficiently.

U.S. Under Secretary Helberg to attend India AI Impact Summit and advance tech cooperation

Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg is scheduled to visit India from February 20 to 21.

U.S. imposes visa restrictions on Uzbek nationals over illegal immigration facilitation

The U.S. Department of State has announced visa restrictions on certain individuals in Uzbekistan who have been identified as facilitating illegal immigration to the United States.
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