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Military policy expert: 'PRC actively supports and facilitates the flow of fentanyl into the United States'
Nicholas Dockery, a Special Forces officer and expert in military policy, has asserted that China "actively supports and facilitates the flow of fentanyl into the U.S." This statement was made in a report from the Modern War Institute titled...
Biden-Harris administration allocates $210M for tech hub expansion
The U.S. Department of Commerce's Economic Development Administration (EDA) has announced plans to distribute approximately $210 million in grants to six Tech Hub Designees.
US takes down China-backed hackers' malware in global cyber operation
United States authorities, in collaboration with international partners, have conducted a law enforcement operation to delete malware from thousands of computers globally.
Judge sentences two Orlando residents for bank fraud using stolen mail
Orlando, Florida – U.S. District Judge Roy B. Dalton has sentenced Jamel Williams, aged 26 from Altamonte Springs, to four years and six months in federal prison for conspiracy, bank fraud, and aggravated identity theft.
U.S. and Armenia sign charter enhancing strategic partnership
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken and Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan have signed a Strategic Partnership Commission Charter, marking a significant development in U.S.-Armenia relations.
US-Thailand sign new civil nuclear cooperation agreement
On January 14, the United States and Thailand signed an Agreement for Cooperation Concerning Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy, known as the "123 Agreement," in Bangkok.
Father-daughter duo fined $166K by US Labor Department over H-2A violations
The U.S. Department of Labor has penalized a father and daughter from Snow Hill, North Carolina, with $166,000 in fines for extensive violations of federal regulations under the H-2A program.
Mexican man sentenced for illegal firearm possession after unlawful US reentry
A Mexican national residing in Waterloo, Iowa, has been sentenced to over two years in federal prison for illegal firearm possession.
Bronx drug leader gets 30-year sentence for fatal fentanyl distribution
Jesus Cabrera, also known as "Gee," has been sentenced to 30 years in prison for leading a drug trafficking organization that distributed fentanyl in the Bronx. U.S. District Judge Naomi Reice Buchwald delivered the sentence after Cabrera pled...
Labor Department penalizes farm contractors for H-2A rule breaches
The U.S. Department of Labor has taken action against a father and daughter from Snow Hill, North Carolina, by barring them for three years from participating in a federal program due to violations of federal regulations.
Los Alamos lab employee settles false claims act allegations with US
A former employee of Los Alamos National Laboratory has agreed to pay $67,500 to settle allegations related to the False Claims Act.
US, Japan, South Korea warn of North Korean cryptocurrency thefts
The United States, Japan, and the Republic of Korea have issued a joint statement warning the blockchain technology industry about ongoing cyber threats from the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (DPRK).
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President of Taxpayers Protection Alliance: Mass tort litigation 'drains capital that could be put to more productive use in the private sector'
David Williams, president of the Taxpayers Protection Alliance (TPA), said that mass tort litigation "drains capital" that could be used for "economic growth, business expansion, and job creation."
Vanessa R. Waldref concludes tenure as U.S. attorney for Eastern District of Washington
United States Attorney Vanessa R. Waldref will conclude her service as the chief federal law enforcement officer for Eastern Washington later this month.
Companies use open source AI model llama for innovation
Artificial intelligence is expected to drive significant changes in various industries by enhancing productivity and economic growth.
US delegation led by Helaina Matza attends Future Minerals Forum
Acting Special Coordinator for the Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment, Helaina Matza, is set to lead the U.S. Government delegation to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from January 13-16.
Labor Department sues Wichita club over alleged wage violations
The U.S. Department of Labor has initiated a federal lawsuit against a Wichita gentlemen’s club, Pleasures, and its operator, Mother’s Finest LTD.
US designates Terrorgram Collective as global terrorists
The Department of State has designated The Terrorgram Collective and three of its leaders as Specially Designated Global Terrorists.
Walmart teams up with IBM to streamline last-mile deliveries
Walmart GoLocal and IBM have announced a collaboration to integrate Walmart's delivery service into IBM Sterling Order Management.
St. Louis man admits using prop money in $229K fraud scheme
A St. Louis County man has confessed to defrauding at least 13 online sellers using movie prop money, resulting in losses amounting to $229,200.
US-China relations on climate change to be discussed at upcoming event
The United States and China are at the forefront of global climate leadership, with both nations playing pivotal roles in shaping the future of climate action, green technologies, and energy innovation.
Navy names new aircraft carriers after Presidents Clinton and Bush
The Department of Defense has acknowledged the Navy's decision to name two upcoming Gerald R. Ford-class aircraft carriers after former Presidents William J. Clinton and George W. Bush.
Jessica Pedersen joins AIA as senior director for rocketry challenge
The Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) has announced the appointment of Jessica Pedersen as the Senior Director of the American Rocketry Challenge.
Labor Department secures $4M deal with JBS USA over child labor issues
The U.S. Department of Labor has reached an agreement with JBS USA Food Co., the country's largest meat packing processor, to address child labor compliance issues.
CBP proposes new rules for tracking low-value imports
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has announced a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) aimed at enhancing enforcement measures for low-value shipments, also known as de minimis shipments.