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Second Nature Brands recalls Keto Crunch Smart Mix for undeclared allergens

Second Nature Brands has recalled select Keto Crunch Smart Mix pouches due to undeclared allergens including cashews, pistachios, and cherries. No illnesses have been reported so far; customers are urged not to consume affected products.


a2 Milk Company recalls infant formula due to possible health risk

The a2 Milk Company has recalled certain batches of its infant formula after detecting cereulide toxin during additional testing prompted by new regulatory guidance. No illnesses have been reported but customers are urged not to use affected products.


Weekend Interview: Bill Hayton on Challenging the Myths Behind Modern China

Debate over China’s rise often assumes a long, continuous national identity stretching back thousands of years. Policymakers, academics, and media narratives frequently rely on that premise when discussing sovereignty, territorial claims, and nationalism.


Utah man convicted for selling poppy seed kits to make opiate tea

A Utah man was found guilty by a federal jury for selling poppy seed kits intended for making opiate tea at home. Authorities said he ran an illegal online business generating substantial profits while enabling nationwide access to controlled substances.


Miami Beach man charged with online threats against President Trump and officials

A Miami Beach man has been charged with making online death threats against President Trump and other top officials after posting messages on social media platforms earlier this year. Authorities emphasize that such actions constitute serious crimes rather than protected speech.


Four defendants plead guilty to conspiracy in $84 million Treasury check theft case

Four individuals have pleaded guilty in connection with a scheme involving stolen U.S. Treasury checks valued at over $84 million. Two former postal workers admitted stealing thousands of government checks which were resold through online channels across the country.


CBP AMO highlights border security efforts in series of May 2026 tweets

CBP Air and Marine Operations shared multiple tweets on May 5, 2026 emphasizing their ongoing efforts in border security.


Nashua man charged with threatening the president in federal court

A Nashua man has been charged with making an interstate threat against President Donald Trump using email. Authorities allege he conducted suspicious online searches on his government computer before sending the message. If convicted, he could face up to five years in prison.


Justice Department announces results of Operation Iron Pursuit

Federal officials announced that Operation Iron Pursuit led to over 200 rescued child victims and more than 350 arrests nationwide during April's enforcement push against child sex abuse crimes. Authorities urge continued public vigilance.


Three men charged after FBI undercover operation targeting illicit conduct with minors

Three men from Mississippi and Louisiana have been charged following an FBI undercover operation targeting those seeking illegal contact with minors. The charges include attempted coercion as well as travel for illicit purposes involving individuals believed by the suspects to be underage.


Secretary Rubio speaks with Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov about key issues

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a call with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov on May 5. The two discussed bilateral relations, the Russia-Ukraine war, and Iran according to spokesperson Tommy Pigott.


Comer calls for release of D.C. police records after officials terminated over crime data manipulation

Chairman James Comer called on Washington's Metropolitan Police Department to release records tied to its internal probe into manipulated crime statistics after several officials were fired over their roles in altering data. The demand follows an ongoing House Oversight Committee investigation into how top police leaders handled reporting practices.


Trumbull County man sentenced to prison for role in Warren convenience store shooting

A Trumbull County man has been sentenced to over seven years in prison following his involvement in an August convenience store shooting that left one dead. Authorities detailed how events unfolded outside the Warren location before violence broke out among several individuals.


Home prices rise in most metro areas during first quarter of 2026

A new report from the National Association of Realtors shows home prices increased across most U.S. metro areas during early 2026 despite slower growth overall compared to late last year. Affordability has improved modestly as mortgage payments declined.


Justice Department announces results of Operation Iron Pursuit with over 200 child victims identified

The Department of Justice reported more than 200 child victims were identified during Operation Iron Pursuit between April 1–30. Over 350 suspected offenders were arrested nationwide as part of this coordinated crackdown on child sex abuse.


FTC announces workshop on merger remedy proposals for May 20

The Federal Trade Commission will hold a workshop on May 20 focusing on last-minute merger remedy proposals known as 'litigate-the-fix' cases. The event will bring together agency officials and experts to discuss how courts should handle these situations.


FTC and NIST to hold webinar on small business cybersecurity management

The Federal Trade Commission and National Institute for Standards and Technology will hold a webinar about managing cybersecurity risks for small businesses. The event aims to help owners decide how best to build their cybersecurity teams.


Canadian man sentenced to over 15 years for leading international elder fraud scheme

Stefano Zanetti has been sentenced for leading an international scheme defrauding elderly Americans through fake emergency calls involving relatives. Authorities highlighted both financial harm suffered by victims as well as ongoing efforts against similar transnational crimes.


Jury convicts Bahamian national in South Florida cocaine and migrant smuggling case

A Bahamian national was convicted by a jury in Fort Lauderdale for his role in trafficking hundreds of kilograms of cocaine as well as unauthorized migrants into South Florida by boat. Authorities say this conviction demonstrates ongoing efforts against cross-border crime involving drugs and human smuggling.


Two charged with narcotics trafficking near affordable housing complexes in Portland

Two men have been charged with distributing methamphetamine near affordable housing complexes in Portland following police investigations this spring. Authorities say large amounts of drugs were seized after tips led officers to both suspects’ activities around local neighborhoods.