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Philadelphia man agrees not to fly drones after violating FAA rules

The United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania has entered a consent judgment against Michael DiCiurcio, a Philadelphia resident, for violations of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations.


Siblings plead guilty to COVID relief fraud in Mississippi

A man and woman from Forrest County, Mississippi, have admitted to conspiring to fraudulently obtain unemployment insurance benefits during the COVID-19 pandemic.


Dominican national charged with meth trafficking after Massachusetts arrest

A Dominican national has been indicted by a federal grand jury for allegedly attempting to distribute methamphetamine in Massachusetts.


CCIA addresses China's antimonopoly probes on US tech firms

China has initiated antimonopoly investigations targeting U.S. companies such as Google, Nvidia, and possibly Intel.


CBP arrests five stowaways from Dominican Republic in Puerto Rico

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has announced the arrest of five individuals from the Dominican Republic who were discovered as stowaways in a barge arriving in San Juan, Puerto Rico.


Trump withdraws US from several UN organizations over human rights concerns

President Donald J. Trump has announced the withdrawal of the United States from certain United Nations organizations, citing their failure to uphold human rights standards.


Chinese national charged with stealing Google's AI tech for PRC

A federal grand jury has issued a superseding indictment against Linwei Ding, also known as Leon Ding, charging him with seven counts of economic espionage and seven counts of theft of trade secrets.


Sisseton man receives federal sentence for child abuse

United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell announced the sentencing of Nathaniel Yazzie, a 24-year-old man from Sisseton, South Dakota, for child abuse. U.S. District Judge Eric C. Schulte sentenced Yazzie to one year and seven months in federal...


Roanoke man pleads guilty in Carter Bank robbery case

The third individual involved in the June 2023 robbery of Carter Bank and Trust on Hershberger Road, Roanoke, has pled guilty.


Border Patrol intercepts human smuggling attempt near Laredo

Laredo Sector Border Patrol agents intercepted a human smuggling attempt on February 4, 2025.


Trump administration's PCLOB dismissals risk EU-U.S. data transfer agreement

The Centre for Democracy & Technology (CDT) Europe has resumed its activities with a full team at the start of 2025.


Trump administration increases pressure on Iran over nuclear ambitions

The Trump Administration has announced a renewed approach towards Iran, aiming to increase pressure on the nation.



Alabama man indicted for alleged romance fraud targeting Vermont woman

Burlington, Vermont – The United States Attorney's Office for the District of Vermont has announced an indictment against Cedric Wormely, a 58-year-old resident of Birmingham, Alabama.


Honduran man indicted for illegal re-entry into the United States

A federal grand jury in Pittsburgh has indicted a Honduran citizen for illegal re-entry into the United States.


Apple introduces new app for creating custom invitations

Apple has announced the launch of Apple Invites, a new application designed for iPhone users to create and share custom invitations.


Three Mexican nationals charged in Bellevue methamphetamine bust

Three Mexican nationals were arrested last week in Bellevue, Washington, in connection with a drug deal involving over 25 pounds of crystal methamphetamine. U.S. Attorney Tessa M. Gorman announced that the individuals are being held at the Federal...


Temple Hills man convicted in conspiracy targeting convenience stores

A federal jury in Greenbelt, Maryland, has found Stephen Kennedy guilty of multiple charges, including conspiracy to commit arson and commercial robbery.


U.S. government intensifies actions against Iranian economic activities

The United States government has outlined a series of measures aimed at curbing Iran's economic activities and international influence.


Blockchain Association launches 23 working groups to guide crypto policy

The Blockchain Association, a prominent trade association for the crypto and digital asset industry in Washington, has announced the establishment of 23 working groups.