U.S. News Misc.

United States News Miscellaneous

Internal Revenue Service (IRS) building in Washington

America’s Tax Gap Projected to Hit Nearly $700 Billion: IRS

The tax gap “reflects the difference between projected ‘true’ tax liability and the amount of tax that is actually paid on time,” the IRS said.
Missouri judge upholds transgender healthcare restrictions

Judge Upholds Missouri’s Ban on Transgender Procedures for Children

Regarding ethics of adolescent gender-affirming treatment, it seems the medical profession stands in an ethical minefield, with scant evidence to lead it out.
People try out firearms at the NRA exhibits on May 18, 2024

NRA Board Elects New Leadership After Former CEO’s Spending Controversy

NRA Board of Directors elected a new president, executive vice president, and CEO the day after its 153rd Annual Meetings and Exhibits closed in Dallas, Texas.
What’s Behind the Push to Stop Eating Beef?–Texas Slim

Rancher: Record High Beef Prices May Be ‘New Norm’

Beef prices are skyrocketing to record highs as industry experts warn costs could rise even higher if current regulatory and economic conditions remain unchanged.
Former Gov. Hochul aide Linda Sun charged with being an agent of the Chinese government

Former Top Aide of Hochul Charged With Spying for Beijing

Linda Sun, who worked for Hochul and then-Gov. Andrew Cuomo, was accused of being an undeclared agent for the Chinese regime while working for the politicians.

Wheel Falls Off United Airlines Boeing 777 Shortly After Takeoff in San Francisco

A United Airlines Boeing 777-200ER plane lost a wheel from the left main gear shortly after takeoff from San Francisco International Airport on Thursday.
National Public Data admits hackers stole Social Security numbers in massive breach

How to Tell If Your Social Security Number Was Compromised in Massive Data Breach

After a data protection company confirmed Social Security numbers were hacked, websites have appeared allowing people to check if they’ve been compromised.
Tiananmen Square crackdown 35 years on, citizens still demand answersーNHK WORLD-JAPAN NEWS

35 Years After Tiananmen, Survivors Dream of ‘Freedom and Dignity’ in China

‘Every person in a free society, including the United States, should know that the Chinese Communist Party is the enemy of freedom and democracy,’ said Wang Dan
The Origin of the Purple Heart Medal

All 13 US Service Members Who Died in Kabul Airport Attack Will Be Posthumously...

U.S. service members killed during U.S.-led evacuation mission at Kabul airport in Afghanistan have been posthumously awarded the Purple Heart.
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) building in Washington on June 28, 2023.

IRS Vows Tax-Enforcement Crackdown After Audit Reveals $1.4 Billion in Unpaid Taxes From Gambling...

IRS is preparing a tax-enforcement crackdown after TIGTA audit revealed more than $1.4 billion in taxes may have gone uncollected from individuals who gambled.
Asif Merchant

Pakistani National With Alleged Iranian Ties Charged in Plot to Assassinate US Officials

Asif Merchant met with undercover FBI agents who he believed were hitmen. A Pakistani national with alleged ties to Iran has been charged in connection...
Harrison Butker | Commencement Address 2024 | Benedictine College

Harrison Butker Breaks Silence on Speech Controversy: ‘Never Be Afraid to Speak the Truth’

Harrison Butker broke his silence saying despite facing a “shocking level of hate” for his remarks, he remains unapologetic in defense of traditional values.