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Chinese biotechnology company WuXi AppTec sued the US government over its inclusion on a list of Chinese businesses linked to the country’s military by the US Department of Defence. The company claims the listing is arbitrary and politically motivated, causing reputational and operational harm.

A CBS News/YouGov poll found 84 percent of 2,023 respondents believe the US government knows more about UFOs than it discloses, following the Pentagon's release of files on the subject. The survey was conducted from June 2 to 4.

The US spent $750,000 to evacuate an American citizen from Pitcairn Island after she may have been exposed to hantavirus aboard the MV Hondius cruise ship. The evacuation strained the State Department's emergency budget, which is also being stressed by other global evacuations.

The US government is set to transfer 280 hectares of wildlife refuge land near SpaceX's Starbase facility in South Texas to the company in exchange for land it owns farther north. Environmental groups are suing to block the swap, citing threats to biodiversity and local beach access from Starbase's expansion.

New research indicates that monetized YouTube channels are operated by individuals and organizations sanctioned by the US government for their connections to Tehran. The findings suggest YouTube may be profiting from these sanctioned accounts.

Customers reported being scammed by a telehealth network selling compounded GLP-1s, despite the network paying $5 million to clients as part of a settlement with the US government. The telehealth network has been accused of ripping off clients through its compounded GLP-1 sales.

A US letter to UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood urges an immediate review of Technical Capability Notices amid scrutiny of UK spy powers. The letter highlights concerns over alleged demands for an Apple encryption backdoor.

Google declined funding from the Trump administration for quantum computing due to restrictive conditions, according to Google Quantum AI’s COO. The US government has allocated $2 billion to support quantum companies like IBM and PsiQuantum. Google advocates for increased government investment in basic quantum research and faces recruitment challenges amid tightened immigration policies.

Vercel admitted to mishandling an FBI search warrant in 2025 by failing to locate user data in a deletion queue, leading to a civil contempt case. The company avoided penalties by agreeing to a stipulated dismissal, admitting wrongdoing, and updating its legal processes to ensure future compliance.

Anthropic is releasing a public version of its Mythos AI model, Claude Fable 5, with restrictions on cybersecurity applications. The model, limited to 200 organizations including the US government under the Glasswing program, is designed to avoid tasks like identifying software vulnerabilities. It will be more expensive but use fewer tokens, reducing overall costs.

The Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) reports that hard-right groups have expanded their influence in the US government, identifying 1,263 hate and anti-government groups in 2025. The US government is pursuing a federal fraud case against the SPLC, which was indicted two months prior.

A report by the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) reveals that hard-right groups have expanded their influence in the US government. The report identified 1,263 hate and anti-government groups in 2025, released less than two months after the US government began a federal fraud case against SPLC.

Kenya police used tear gas to disperse a protest against a planned US Ebola quarantine center. Local residents accuse the US government of transferring health risks to Kenya.

The US government is considering taking financial stakes in AI companies like OpenAI and Anthropic, which are not yet profitable. Federal investments in such ventures have reached $20.9 billion across 16 deals, with studies suggesting government funding can boost innovation despite risks.

The US government approved a $2 billion Kuwaiti order for counter-drone systems following an Iranian strike that hit Kuwait International Airport, killing one and injuring 63. Kuwait's existing defenses, including Patriot missile batteries, struggle to intercept drones due to their low-altitude and unpredictable trajectories, prompting concerns about integrating radar, sensors, and command systems to respond effectively.

The Trump administration's cancellation of wind energy projects has led to business turmoil, with seven northeastern states suing the US government for paying TotalEnergies to withdraw from offshore wind projects. The lawsuit highlights disputes over energy policy and financial agreements.

The US government criticized alleged two-tier policing in the UK following Henry Nowak’s murder. Data challenges claims that UK police actions disadvantage white people, while the article examines the origin and validity of the term 'two-tier policing.'

OpenAI will allow the US government to review its AI models before release. The company stated it will comply with President Trump's voluntary AI executive order.

Lammy urged Trump and Musk to stop commenting on the Henry Nowak murder scandal after the US government supported X's CEO over 'two-tier policing' allegations in the UK. The incident involves criticism of UK law enforcement practices.

A Chinese satellite company, Changguang Satellite, released high-definition images of Nvidia and Apple headquarters in California’s Silicon Valley after being sanctioned by the US government for allegedly aiding Iran. The images were captured by the company’s Jilin-1 constellation and shared on social media.

Donald Trump has signed an executive order making it easier to fire approximately 8,000 highly paid federal workers who earn up to $200,000 annually and are deemed to be influencing government policy. The order removes job protections from senior federal employees, aligning with the administration's broader effort to overhaul the federal workforce.

The US government is appealing a judge’s order requiring refunds for Trump’s global tariffs after the Supreme Court invalidated them. At stake is $166 billion in revenue, with the US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) already processing repayments, having approved $20.6 billion so far.

US President Donald Trump signed an executive order on artificial intelligence requiring technology companies to voluntarily share advanced AI models before public release, allowing the government to review them for up to 30 days. The order marks a shift from the administration’s previous hands-off approach to the AI industry.

Trump signed a watered-down AI vetting executive order following Maga infighting. The order allows the US government to gain early access to cutting-edge AI models.

Immigrant detainees in at least 33 U.S. states claim the government is failing to provide adequate medical care, citing untreated conditions like infections and cancer. These allegations are detailed in court documents.

Hundreds of youths in Kenya protested against a US Ebola quarantine center at Laikipia Air Base, which was suspended by Kenya’s High Court pending a legal challenge. The US planned to send Americans exposed to Ebola to Kenya, but the court halted the facility's operation. Kenya's Health Minister stated the center was for all, and the US pledged $13.5 million for Ebola preparedness.

The US government may allow 18 American passengers exposed to the Andes strain of hantavirus to return home after a six-week quarantine, requiring 24/7 monitoring outside their homes. The passengers, part of a cruise group linked to 13 cases and three deaths, are currently quarantined in Nebraska, but New York has refused to permit this arrangement.

A CIA officer allegedly convinced the US government to provide him with $40 million in gold bars. New allegations about his past have emerged, and the price of gold has increased by 164% this year, raising the value of the alleged scheme.

A former CIA official with top secret clearance is accused of stealing millions worth of gold bars from the US government and hiding them at home. Investigators also discovered foreign currency and luxury watches during the case.

The US conducted fresh strikes on Iran, while an official confirmed that the increasingly strained ceasefire remains in effect despite heightened tensions.

The US government plans to borrow $100 billion through a single Treasury debt sale, an unprecedented move highlighting its significant borrowing needs and strong investor demand. The sale is set for August 5, 2025, at the US Treasury building in Washington, DC.

The Trump administration proposed requiring federal employees to sign nondisclosure agreements (NDAs) to prevent leaks to journalists. The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) released a draft NDA allowing civil and criminal penalties for violations and claiming government entitlement to royalties from unauthorized disclosures.

US President Donald Trump's administration proposed requiring federal employees to sign non-disclosure agreements to prevent leaks to journalists. The Office of Personnel Management released a draft NDA allowing civil and criminal penalties for violating confidentiality.

Jason Rezaian, a former imprisoned journalist in Iran, argues that internet access is crucial for Iran's transformation. The article questions why the US, capable of lunar missions, struggles to improve internet access in Iran, highlighting a perceived policy failure.

Treasuries rallied as President Trump indicated progress in Iran negotiations. The US government plans to borrow $100 billion through a Treasury debt sale, highlighting its significant borrowing needs and investor confidence.

The US government overpaid welfare and social services recipients by $186 billion in fiscal year 2025, a $24 billion increase from the previous year, primarily driven by errors in Medicare and Medicaid programs.

The US government announced $2 billion in investments in quantum computing startups, including $100 million equity deals, but a Congress member argues the funding violates laws meant to support semiconductor research. A key recipient, Anderon, will receive $1 billion from IBM and the government to build a quantum processing unit foundry, raising legal concerns.

US President Donald Trump reversed his decision to require government safety reviews for new AI models before their release, citing the need for American dominance and competition with China. This move allows tech companies to continue developing AI without federal oversight, despite concerns about security risks.

US President Donald Trump reversed his decision to require government safety reviews for new AI models, citing the need to maintain American dominance in AI and compete with China. The last-minute change allows tech companies to proceed without regulatory checks, despite public and expert concerns over security risks.

Tulsi Gabbard resigned as US Director of National Intelligence under President Donald Trump due to her husband's cancer diagnosis. Her departure highlights personal challenges impacting public service roles.