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Congress Passes Bipartisan Legislation Requiring Further Discussion Before Any Action Is Taken

In a rare show of unity, lawmakers from both parties united behind a sweeping new framework that mandates at least three additional rounds of hearings, two independent reviews, and a 90-day public comment period before any of its provisions become enforceable — a measure some are calling "bold" and others are calling "a bill."

By Margaret Hollis and Thomas Reinholt · Washington Bureau · 4 hours ago

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Senator Insists He Read Entire 847-Page Bill, Describes It As "Very Long"

Staff confirm the document was, in fact, on his desk at some point during the past month.

By D. Fairweather · 2h ago

Economy

Inflation Down Slightly From Slightly Up, Report Finds

Analysts say the data is "encouraging," "discouraging," and "subject to revision next quarter."

By R. Castillo · 5h ago

Technology

Tech Giant Unveils New Product That Does What Existing Product Already Does, But Differently

Early reviews call it "a meaningful step forward" from the company's previous "meaningful step forward."

By S. Nakamura · 1h ago

Opinion

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Eleanor Whitmore

Both Sides Have Points, Which Is Why Nothing Will Change

A measured look at why nuance and inaction are often indistinguishable.

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Dr. Craig Dunham

I've Been Saying This for Years, and I'll Keep Saying It Until I'm Right

The columnist revisits his 2019 prediction in light of "basically the same" conditions.

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Patricia O'Sullivan

The Real Problem Is That Nobody Agrees on What the Problem Is

A compelling case that the first step is determining what counts as a first step.

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James Rollins

America Has Always Found a Way Forward, Albeit Not This Forward

History suggests optimism is warranted; current events suggest otherwise.

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Health

Surgeon General Recommends More Exercise, Sleep, Water, and Stress Reduction; Acknowledges He Too Is Struggling

The advisory marks the third consecutive year of guidelines the average American has been aware of and not followed.

Education

Schools Report Students Who Paid Attention Did Better, Confirming Long-Held Theory

Educators say the study validates decades of professional experience and will probably not change anything.

Environment

Climate Report Uses Word 'Urgent' for 14th Consecutive Year

Scientists say this year's report is "substantively different" from previous reports in ways they declined to specify.

Justice

Supreme Court Rules 5–4 That Previous 5–4 Ruling Was Correct in a Different Way

Legal scholars describe the decision as a landmark ruling or a minor clarification, depending on which legal scholars you consult.