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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.


Altoona residents plead guilty in meth trafficking case following wiretap probe

Two Altoona residents have admitted guilt in a federal court concerning methamphetamine trafficking charges.


NFIB challenges federal ownership reporting rules in Supreme Court

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) is engaged in a legal battle to maintain an indefinite hold on beneficial ownership reporting requirements.


WhatsApp introduces new features including selfie stickers and camera effects

WhatsApp has announced a series of new features aimed at enhancing user experience in 2025.


Middlesex County man pleads guilty to defrauding South Koreans

A Middlesex County man has admitted to defrauding victims in South Korea through a fraudulent investment scheme, according to Acting U.S. Attorney Vikas Khanna.


LeFlore County man pleads guilty to failure to register as sex offender

The United States Attorney's Office for the Eastern District of Oklahoma has announced that Brian Jene Sullivan, a 66-year-old resident of Shady Point, Oklahoma, has pleaded guilty to failing to register as a sex offender.


Federal sentences announced for drug trafficking offenses

The U.S. Attorney's Office has recently reported several sentences in cases involving drug trafficking and illegal re-entry into the United States.


New York man sentenced for role in cocaine trafficking conspiracy

A New York man has been sentenced in Boston for his involvement in a drug trafficking organization that transported cocaine from Puerto Rico to the northeastern United States.


Minnesota man sentenced for self-reported COVID-19 relief fund fraud

Jacob Schneider, a 42-year-old resident of Saint Paul, Minnesota, has been sentenced to one year and one day in prison.


State Department releases FY 2024 demographic data on workforce diversity

The U.S. Department of State has released its Fiscal Year 2024 demographic data through an interactive dashboard that features the Demographic Baseline Report (DBR).


FTC issues $960K refunds over 'The Sales Mentor' income scheme

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is distributing over $960,000 in refunds to consumers who were misled by a job scheme known as "The Sales Mentor."


Monroeville man sentenced for involvement in dogfighting activities

Gecoby Penn, a 37-year-old resident of Monroeville, has been sentenced to two years in prison following his guilty plea to seventeen counts of possessing dogs for the purpose of participating in animal fighting ventures.


Casper man sentenced to prison for firearm possession and drug distribution

Brian Neil Wiggins, a 50-year-old resident of Casper, Wyoming, has been sentenced to 16 years in federal prison followed by three years of supervised release.


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.


Biden announces delegation for Palau inauguration

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. has announced the formation of a Presidential Delegation to attend the inauguration of His Excellency Surangel S. Whipps, Jr.


Alvin man sentenced to prison for distributing child pornography

A 46-year-old Alvin resident, David Lopez Jr., has been sentenced to federal prison for his involvement in the transportation and possession of child sexual assault material (CSAM).


Lynchburg grocery store owner charged with federal food stamp fraud

The owner of a Lynchburg grocery store, Taste of India, has been arrested on charges related to alleged fraud involving the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).


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.


Corporate income tax rates for European countries announced for year ending December

European countries, like many around the world, impose corporate income taxes on business profits.


Harris discusses regional security with Philippine President Marcos

Vice President Kamala Harris engaged in a conversation with President Ferdinand Marcos, Jr. of the Philippines, expressing gratitude for the strong partnership between the two nations.