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Senate takes first steps on Russian sanctions after meeting with Zelenskyy

Senate takes first steps on Russian sanctions after meeting with Zelenskyy

July 28, 2026July 28, 2026 · Breaking News

WASHINGTON — The Senate took the first steps toward passage of a sweeping Russian sanctions bill on Tuesday with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in the Capitol, moving forward…

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Why the Senate likely won’t pass budget reconciliation 3.0

Why the Senate likely won’t pass budget reconciliation 3.0

July 26, 2026July 26, 2026 · Sacramento, California Local News

Why the Senate likely won’t pass budget reconciliation 3.0 Senate Republicans are divided over a $95 billion budget reconciliation bill backed by President Donald Trump, with leaders signaling…

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Facing Funding Losses, States Call Out Big Businesses With Employees on Medicaid – KFF Health News

Facing Funding Losses, States Call Out Big Businesses With Employees on Medicaid – KFF Health News

July 15, 2026July 15, 2026 · Health

As the Trump administration’s January deadline looms for states to enforce new Medicaid work requirements, some state lawmakers are turning the tables by pushing to publicly name the…

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My Search for a Psychiatric Bed in an Overburdened Health System – KFF Health News

My Search for a Psychiatric Bed in an Overburdened Health System – KFF Health News

July 9, 2026July 9, 2026 · Health

If you or someone you know may be experiencing a mental health crisis, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing or texting “988.” Eight days before…

Read more My Search for a Psychiatric Bed in an Overburdened Health System – KFF Health News
Trump’s push for national concealed carry reciprocity would protect good guys with guns

Trump’s push for national concealed carry reciprocity would protect good guys with guns

July 1, 2026July 1, 2026 · Breaking News

NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! When President Trump recently spoke at the Mack Trucks facility in Macungie, Pennsylvania, gun owners were encouraged to hear him…

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Newsom Vowed To Transform Kids’ Mental Health. Many California Schools Are Still Waiting. – KFF Health News

Newsom Vowed To Transform Kids’ Mental Health. Many California Schools Are Still Waiting. – KFF Health News

July 1, 2026July 1, 2026 · Health

If you or someone you know may be experiencing a mental health crisis, contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing or texting “988.” QUINCY, Calif. —…

Read more Newsom Vowed To Transform Kids’ Mental Health. Many California Schools Are Still Waiting. – KFF Health News

Colorado bill backed by students could provide kids with free passes to the zoo, museums, and more

February 26, 2026February 27, 2026 · Denver, Colorado Local News

Home Politics Politics Denver has offered free enrichment programs since 2013 through the MY Denver Card. Students hope lawmakers will create a similar My Colorado Card to expand…

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UK Considers Ban on Unlicensed Gambling Sponsorships in Sports

February 23, 2026February 23, 2026 · Gaming

The British government has unveiled proposals to consult on a possible ban on sports sponsorships by unlicensed gambling operators, as part of a broader crackdown on the black…

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Wisconsin Lawmakers Advance Tribal-Led Online Sports Betting Plan

February 20, 2026February 20, 2026 · Gaming

Momentum is building in Wisconsin around a proposal that could reshape the state’s sports betting landscape. The State Assembly has passed Assembly Bill 601, which would allow residents…

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Rep. Dina Titus Makes New Push to Restore Full Gambling Loss Deductions

February 20, 2026February 21, 2026 · Gaming

Long-running efforts to roll back a controversial section of last year’s “One Big Beautiful Bill” are at a critical point as Nevada Rep. Dina Titus has taken an…

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Maine Lawmakers Move to Ban Dual-Currency Sweepstakes

February 19, 2026February 19, 2026 · Gaming

Lawmakers in Maine are targeting sweepstakes with a new proposal that could ban dual-currency sweepstakes casinos by classifying their fundamental business model as illegal gambling under state regulations.…

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Malaysia Readies New Legislation to Crack Down on Illegal Gaming

February 16, 2026February 16, 2026 · Gaming

Malaysia authorities have had enough of illegal gambling and are preparing new legislative measures to crack down on the activity. While nothing is set in stone yet, officials…

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North Carolina Republicans to Question Charlotte Leaders on Crime After Train Stabbings

February 8, 2026February 8, 2026 · US News

RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina Republican lawmakers are preparing to grill Charlotte-area leaders about crime-fighting tactics and spending, particularly in the wake of two stabbings — one…

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Colombia’s Top Court Freezes Online Gambling Tax Hike

January 30, 2026January 30, 2026 · Gaming

The Constitutional Court of Colombia has stepped in to block a tax increase on online gambling, delivering a significant blow to President Gustavo Petro’s financial plans. The decision,…

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French lawmakers approve bill banning social media for children under 15

January 27, 2026January 31, 2026 · Technology

PARIS — French lawmakers approved a bill banning social media for children under 15, paving the way for the measure to enter into force at the start of…

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French Lawmakers Approve Bill Banning Social Media for Children Under 15

January 27, 2026January 27, 2026 · US News

PARIS (AP) — French lawmakers approved a bill banning social media for children under 15, paving the way for the measure to enter into force at the start…

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Egypt to adopt restrictions on children’s social media use to fight ‘digital chaos’

January 26, 2026January 26, 2026 · Technology

CAIRO — Egypt’s Parliament is looking into ways to regulate children’s use of social media platforms to combat what lawmakers called “digital choas,” following some western countries that…

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Egypt to Adopt Restrictions on Children’s Social Media Use to Fight ‘Digital Chaos’

January 26, 2026January 26, 2026 · US News

CAIRO (AP) — Egypt’s Parliament is looking into ways to regulate children’s use of social media platforms to combat what lawmakers called “digital choas,” following some western countries…

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Virginia lawmakers send reproductive rights amendment toward November vote – WTOP News

January 19, 2026January 19, 2026 · Washington DC Local News

Unlike two other civil rights-related constitutional amendments that passed with bipartisan support over the past year, Virginia’s reproductive rights measure has faced intense debate at every stage, with…

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Trump pushes a 1-year, 10% cap on credit card interest rates and banks balk

January 10, 2026January 10, 2026 · Finance

NEW YORK — Reviving a campaign pledge, President Donald Trump wants a one-year, 10% cap on credit card interest rates, a move that could save Americans tens of…

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