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Cigna has announced plans to implement changes aimed at improving healthcare, specifically targeting their prior authorization processes.

Fresno man pleads guilty to multimillion-dollar fraud involving tech startup

Royce Newcomb, a 62-year-old resident of Fresno, has pleaded guilty to charges of wire fraud and money laundering.

Norwood man convicted for interstate threats against law enforcement

The United States Attorney’s Office for the District of Colorado has announced the conviction of Bryan Cornwell, a 41-year-old former resident of Norwood, Colorado.

Alvin man pleads guilty to child pornography charges before trial

A man from Alvin, Texas, has pleaded guilty to charges related to child pornography.

Clinton County felon receives 65-month sentence for firearm possession

Richard Brundige, 46, from Ellenburg Depot, New York, has been sentenced to 65 months in prison for unlawful firearm possession.

US-El Salvador sign strategic civil nuclear cooperation agreement

The United States and El Salvador have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to enhance strategic civil nuclear cooperation.

Romanian national sentenced to federal prison for illegal U.S. reentry

U.S. District Judge Thomas P. Barber has sentenced Severin Bombu, a Romanian national, to 18 months in federal prison for illegal reentry into the United States.

Bangor woman receives sentence for role in drug trafficking conspiracy

A Bangor woman has been sentenced in U.S. District Court for her involvement in a drug trafficking conspiracy in Penobscot and Aroostook counties.

EU sees rise in VAT compliance gaps; report urges policy reforms

According to a recent report from the European Commission, VAT compliance across the EU declined in 2022.

Federal charges filed against two for alleged human trafficking involving minors

Two individuals have been indicted on federal human trafficking charges, accused of forcing two minor girls into prostitution.

Rubio discusses Panama Canal concerns with Panamanian leaders

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Panamanian President José Raúl Mulino and Foreign Minister Javier Martínez-Acha in Panama City.

Marco Rubio visits U.S. Embassy in Panama City

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Hegseth and Healey discuss defense coordination and security issues

On January 31, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth engaged in a conversation with the United Kingdom's Secretary of State for Defence John Healey.

Aerospace Industries Association addresses new tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports

The Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) has issued a response to the recent tariffs imposed on imports from Canada and Mexico.

Keith Siegel among hostages released from Hamas captivity

The United States has announced the release of three hostages from Hamas captivity in Gaza, including American citizen Keith Siegel.

U.S. Defense Secretary discusses border security with Mexican officials

On January 31, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth held introductory calls with Mexico's Secretary of National Defense, General Ricardo Trevilla Trejo, and Secretary of the Navy, Admiral Raymundo Morales Angeles.

US Africa Command conducts airstrikes on ISIS-Somalia operatives

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth issued a statement regarding recent U.S. Africa Command airstrikes in Somalia.

Trump discusses Middle East peace with Egypt's el-Sisi

On Saturday, President Donald J. Trump engaged in a phone conversation with President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi of Egypt.

NAHB warns against impact of 25% tariff hike on Canadian, Mexican imports

The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) has expressed concern over President Trump's recent decision to impose a 25% tariff on goods imported from Canada and Mexico.

Trump imposes tariffs on imports from Canada, Mexico, and China