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Washington Monument Illumination Kicks Off Yearlong Celebration of America’s 250th Birthday

Trump pledged to give America “the most spectacular birthday party the world has ever seen” when the nation celebrates 250 years of independence.

New ‘Zombie Drug’ Hits California, With 4 Fatal Overdoses in 2025

Medetomidine, the new 'zombie drug' called rhino tranq, has reached CA—stronger than tranq, with severe and sometimes deadly withdrawals.
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469,000 Pounds of Cocaine Seized by US Coast Guard, DHS Reveals in Year-End Total

The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) has seized more than 469,000 pounds of cocaine under the Trump administration since Jan. 20, 2025.

New Trump-Ordered Immigration Restrictions in Effect as of Jan. 1

A full travel ban for nationals from multiple countries that was signed by President Donald Trump went into effect on Jan. 1.

EPA to Regulate Use of Multiple Chemicals in Workplaces

EPA plans to regulate phthalate use in workplaces after completing a risk evaluation under Toxic Substances Control Act, following scientific review.

Cases of Measles in US Surpass 2,000 for First Time in More Than 30 Years

The number of measles cases climbed above 2,000 in the United States in 2025, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said on Dec. 31.

Pentagon Awards $328.5 Million Lockheed Martin Contract to Boost Taiwan’s Air Force

The Pentagon announced Lockheed Martin won a contract to sell military equipment to Taiwan as the island stays on high alert amid Beijing drills.

RFK Jr. Stops Requiring Doctors to Report Patient Vaccine Status

Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has stopped mandating health care providers report the immunization status of patients.