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decrypt.cotechnology11 hrs ago
Trump Orders Quantum Computing Push as Apple Raises MacBook and iPad Prices
President Trump issued an executive order on July 21 calling for a quantum computer. Apple announced price increases on MacBooks and iPads the same day. NBC News also aired a segment on robot fight clubs in China.
The Japan Timesworld1 day ago
Japan to Require My Number Cards or Certificates for Insured Medical Care Starting August 2026
Patients must use registered My Number cards or special certificates for insured treatment from August. The grace period for expired conventional cards ends July 31.
citizen.co.zapolitics2 days ago
Cabinet Office Declines to Release Trans Guidance Circulated to Civil Servants in May
The Cabinet Office refused to publish draft policy on single-sex facility use after it was sent to departments. Leaked documents show the guidance bars trans civil servants from facilities matching their self-identified gender.
bleedingcool.compolitics2 days ago
U.S. Sets Four-Year Limit on Foreign Student and Exchange Visas, Bars First-Year Transfers
New rules replace open-ended stays for F, J, and I visa holders with a maximum of four years. The changes restrict transfers, major switches, and degree progression for international students.
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Los Angeles Timesscience2 days ago
Interior Department Ends Automatic Protections for Threatened Species and Requires Recovery-Based Plans
The agency finalized two rules on Friday that require separate plans before protections take effect and direct officials to weigh economic effects in habitat decisions. The changes apply to future listings and reverse a policy reinstated in the prior administration.
forbes.comworld4 days ago
CMS Proposes Medicare ACOs Can Cut Cost-Sharing for Part B Services Starting in 2027
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services proposed on Thursday an overhaul allowing approved accountable care organizations to reduce or eliminate certain beneficiary cost-sharing under Original Medicare. The changes would take effect as soon as 2027 if finalized and align w…
nypost.compolitics4 days agoUpdated
Trump Administration Weighs $100,000 Refundable Bond for Some Green Card Applicants
The State Department is evaluating authority under the Immigration and Nationality Act to require bonds from visa applicants likely to become a public charge. Officials said the measure would give applicants with resources another option to demonstrate self-sufficiency.
Fox Newspolitics4 days ago
Conservative Group Proposes Changes to Military Academy Admissions and Curriculum
Restoration of America proposed a 12-page plan to reshape U.S. service academies around warfighting priorities. The document urges Congress to enact the changes into law.
theconversation.comfinance4 days ago
European Union Sets 46 Percent Electrification Target for 2040
The European Commission introduced the Electrification Action Plan on July 16, 2026. The plan seeks to double electricity's share of EU energy consumption to 46 percent by 2040 while cutting reliance on imported fossil fuels.
politics4 days agoUpdated
Trump Administration Issues Final Rule Restoring Public Charge Standard for Immigration Applications
The final rule issued July 17 allows immigration officers to consider any use of public benefits when evaluating applications for legal permanent residence. It reverses a 2022 Biden-era limit and takes effect September 18.
cnbc.compolitics4 days ago
Frank Bisignano Tapped to Lead Trump Accounts Expansion
Frank Bisignano, also serving as Social Security Administration commissioner, was selected to oversee growth of the Trump Accounts program. He told CNBC he aims to enroll 70 million children under 18.
world5 days ago
Britain to Raise Maximum Littering Fines to £750 and Fly-Tipping Penalties to £5,000
Maximum fines for littering will increase to £750 and for fly-tipping to £5,000 starting this summer. The changes form part of the government's Waste Crime Action Plan.
abcnews.go.compolitics5 days ago
Federal Highway Administration Removes Bike Lanes and Speed Cameras From Proven Safety Countermeasures List
The Federal Highway Administration has removed bike lanes, speed safety cameras, variable speed limits and two other items from its list of Proven Safety Countermeasures, reducing the total from 28 to 23. The changes were noticed by safety advocates late last week after the Depar…
nbcnews.comworld5 days ago
Defense Secretary Orders Annual Testosterone Screenings for Service Members Over 30
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced July 15 that service members age 30 and older will receive annual testosterone screenings during routine health assessments. Participation remains optional for those under 30, and diagnosed personnel may select replacement therapy.
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theconversation.comworld5 days ago
Tanzania Steps Up Efforts Against Both Undernutrition and Rising Obesity
Tanzania has stepped up work on both undernutrition and rising overweight cases. Health ministry officials outlined assessments and new models at an international congress in Mexico. The steps include a national nutrient profile and regional East African frameworks.
espn.compolitics5 days ago
White House Considers Third Jones Act Waiver Extension
The Trump administration is weighing another extension of the Jones Act waiver that expires August 16. More than 50 Republican lawmakers have urged the president to let the waiver lapse. Oil prices remained near $80 a barrel on July 15 despite threats to close the Strait of Hormu…
forbes.comscience5 days agoUpdated
Bipartisan Lawmakers Reintroduce Bill Ordering FTC and Treasury Review of Foreign Drug Manufacturing
Three lawmakers on July 15, 2026, reintroduced legislation directing the FTC and Treasury to examine foreign dependence in prescription drug manufacturing. The measure also targets risks from moving domestic facilities overseas.
theconversation.comworld5 days ago
South Africa Drafts Rules Requiring State and Private Firms to Stockpile Up to 81 Days of Fuel
Draft rules would require state and private companies to stockpile up to 81 days of national fuel consumption. The proposal responds to import disruptions from the US-Iran conflict via the Strait of Hormuz.
nypost.compolitics7 days ago
HUD Secretary Turner Praises Florida, Texas, Philadelphia, and Omaha on Housing Efforts
Scott Turner credited Florida and Texas with strong progress during an interview with Fox News Digital. He also noted collaboration in Philadelphia and Omaha. Turner linked the gains to reduced regulatory barriers under the Trump administration.
world7 days ago
CMS Proposes Site-Neutral Payments for Select Imaging Services in 2027
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services issued a proposed outpatient payment rule on July 2 that would extend site-neutral rates to certain X-rays, CT scans and MRIs at off-campus hospital departments. The change would lower Medicare spending by about $260 million and benefi…
benzinga.comworld7 days ago
Brazil Draft Requires State Stake in Private Uranium Mining Ventures
A draft policy would permit private companies to partner in Brazil's uranium sector. The state-owned nuclear firm must retain at least a 20 percent stake in each project. The measure appears in a document reviewed by Bloomberg.
news.sky.comscience8 days ago
England Nature Plan Identifies 32% of Land for 2030 Target but Relies on Voluntary Landowner Action
The government published a strategy on Monday that identifies potential land for the 30by30 goal but creates no new legal protections. Critics described the approach as insufficient with four years remaining.
theconversation.compolitics8 days ago
Tax-Advantaged Savings Accounts for U.S. Children Launched July 4
The accounts allow annual family contributions of up to $5,000 for children 18 and younger, with a one-time $1,000 Treasury deposit for those born 2025-2028. Funds grow tax-deferred in U.S. stock funds and convert to traditional IRAs at age 18.
abcnews.go.compolitics9 days ago
U.S. Extends Work Permits for Temporary Protected Status Holders from Seven Countries
The U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services extended employment authorization documents hours before they expired on July 10, 2026. Permits for Haitian recipients now run until July 24 while those for six other countries end July 17.
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Air Force Research Laboratory directs contractors to remove Anthropic products by Sept. 1 while DoD extends overall deadline to Sept. 29
The directive sets a deadline nearly a month ahead of the Pentagon-wide target of Sept. 29. It follows a series of memos that adjusted removal timelines after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced the ban in February.
forbes.comscience12 days ago
Finalists for FDA Commissioner Sent to White House for Review
@statnews reported that three candidates are under final consideration to lead the agency. The shortlist arrives as the FDA operates under acting leadership amid ongoing regulatory responsibilities.
Nbc Newsworld13 days ago
ACA Insurers File for 14% Median Premium Increase for 2027 After Enhanced Subsidies End
KFF analysis of rate filings shows proposed hikes following a 20% median rise in 2026. Enrollment dropped by 3 million people this year amid subsidy changes.
forbes.compolitics13 days ago
Obamacare Premiums Projected to Rise 14 Percent in 2027 as Enrollment Falls to 19.2 Million
A KFF analysis of rate filings shows median individual-market premiums will increase 14 percent next year. The rise marks the second straight year of double-digit growth and follows a 3 million drop in enrollment.
forbes.comscience13 days ago
Katherine Scarlett Steps Down as Chair of White House Environmental Council After Rollback of Decades-Old Review Rules
Katherine Scarlett has left her post leading the White House Council on Environmental Quality after overseeing changes to federal environmental review rules. She will join the consulting firm CGCN Group, with her chief of staff now serving as acting chair.
South China Morning Postworld14 days ago
Vietnam Offers Cash, Housing, and Leave Incentives to Raise Birth Rate
A population law effective July 1 provides maternity leave, subsidies, bonuses up to US$228 and housing priority to raise birth rates. Vietnam's fertility rate reached 1.93 births per woman in 2025, below the 2.1 replacement level.
fastcompany.compolitics14 days ago
Trump Launches Tax-Advantaged Savings Accounts for Children in Oval Office Event
President Donald Trump introduced tax-advantaged savings accounts for children under 18 during a Monday White House event. The program provides a $1,000 federal seed deposit for those born between 2025 and 2028.
upi.compolitics15 days ago
Trump Administration Adds Scrutiny to Green Card Applications for Citizen Spouses
Npr reported that policy changes since President Trump returned to office have increased interviews and visa restrictions for spouses of U.S. citizens. About 343,000 people received green cards through spouses in 2024. A federal judge ruled one visa pause unlawful.
washingtonpost.compolitics15 days ago
Both Parties Use July 4 Holiday to Present Competing Visions
Democrats and Republicans each used the Fourth of July to outline their policy priorities and views of the country's direction. The holiday messaging came from party officials and elected representatives across multiple states.
news.sky.comworld15 days ago
Rwanda Lawmakers Urge Stronger Oversight of Royalties and Creative-Industry Rules
The Parliamentary Committee on Education, Technology, Culture, Sports and Youth presented its report on the 2015 National Cultural Heritage Policy on July 6, 2026. Lawmakers highlighted gaps in intellectual property management and urged faster implementation of recent reforms.
abcnews.go.compolitics15 days ago
Supreme Court Allows End to TPS for Haitian Nationals While Upholding Executive Authority
The ruling permits the Department of Homeland Security to terminate temporary protected status. Florida Rep. Carlos Giménez called the move a mistake given conditions in Haiti.
activistpost.compolitics15 days ago
Two Lawmakers Who Arrived as Children Discuss Immigration Stories and Bipartisan Priorities
Two members of Congress who arrived in the United States as children appeared on Face the Nation on July 5, 2026. They described their families' reasons for immigrating and identified three areas for potential quick bipartisan action on immigration.
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Japan Timesworld17 days ago
Asia Reviews Energy Supplies After Four Months of Gulf Conflict
Energy importers across Asia are reassessing supply security following four months of conflict in the Persian Gulf. Policymakers cite the need for larger reserves, more supplier options, and a wider range of power sources.
tokyoweekender.comworld18 days agoUpdated
Japan to Raise Residence Permit Fees Starting October
The government will increase fees for foreign nationals applying to change or renew residence status and for permanent residency from October 1. The changes follow an amended immigration law enacted in May that raised the statutory ceiling on such fees.
newrepublic.comworld18 days ago
Supreme Court Upholds Authority to End Temporary Protected Status for Haitian Nationals
The U.S. Supreme Court on June 25 issued a 6-3 decision permitting the termination of Temporary Protected Status for Haitian nationals. The ruling also extends to Syrian nationals and affects work authorizations for roughly 330,000 Haitians set to expire July 10.
business18 days ago
UK Packaging Levy Prompts Union Warning of 4,752 Glass Jobs at Risk and Government Review
The GMB union estimates that Labour’s Extended Producer Responsibility scheme could threaten at least 4,752 positions in Britain’s glass sector. Industry groups say the weight-based fees add £124 million annually to brewing costs and place the UK at the top of European packaging…
coindesk.combusiness19 days ago
Ethereum Foundation Publishes Guide Promoting Its Blockchain to Governments
The Ethereum Foundation released a non-technical report on July 1, 2026, outlining the blockchain's technical features and existing government deployments. The document urges policymakers to prioritize decentralized networks over corporate-controlled systems for public infrastruc…
theconversation.combusiness19 days ago
EU Commission to Propose Amended Emissions Trading Scheme Plan on July 15 as Industry Groups Seek Cost Relief
The European Commission is scheduled to release an updated emissions trading plan amid industry divisions over carbon costs. Steel and chemicals firms have taken opposing positions on the scheme's future direction.
japantimes.co.jpworld20 days ago
Japan Drafts Plan Allowing State Ownership of Some Defense Plants
The Japanese government is weighing rule changes to allow state ownership of some defense production facilities. A draft of the annual economic guidelines seen by The Japan Times outlines a government-owned, contractor-operated model.
dailywire.comscience20 days ago
UK Survey: Nearly Half See Sunday Emergency Contraception Access as Difficult, 7% See Weekday Problems
A YouGov poll of 2,115 people showed almost half believe emergency contraception would be hard to obtain on a Sunday, while nearly two-thirds expect difficulty after 10pm. The College of Sexual and Reproductive Healthcare released the data and called for reclassifying the medicin…
washingtonpost.comtechnology21 days ago
Federal Permitting Changes Place 92 Gigawatts of Clean Energy at Risk
U.S. federal permitting changes have placed 92 gigawatts of clean-energy projects valued at more than $121 billion at risk. Seven gigawatts of capacity on federal land were canceled or stalled in 2025 after funding withdrawals and new review rules.
The Independentpolitics22 days ago
Inquiry Finds 36% of White British Pupils on Free Meals Pass English and Maths GCSE
An independent report found that 36 per cent of white British pupils on free school meals achieve Grade 4 or above in English and Maths GCSE. The inquiry issued 24 recommendations after interviewing thousands of families and analysing data on 1.25 million pupils.
ZeroHedgefinance22 days ago
United States and Canada Each Announce Plans to Build Ten New Nuclear Reactors
The United States and Canada have each unveiled plans to construct ten new nuclear reactors. The moves include U.S. federal loans requiring utility contributions and a Canadian goal to double grid capacity by 2050. They follow a decade in which China added 34 gigawatts of nuclear…
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news.google.comworld22 days ago
Australia to Give National Servicemen Equal Health Benefits but at $200 Million Cost Over Two Years
Abc reported that men drafted into National Service between 1965 and 1972 who did not serve overseas will receive equal access to veterans' health benefits starting July 1. The change consolidates three compensation schemes at an estimated cost of $200 million over two years.
globalnews.capolitics23 days ago
West London NHS Trust Allows Biological Males With Gender Recognition Certificates Into Female Wards Under Temporary Policy
West London NHS Trust allows biological males holding gender recognition certificates to use female-only wards and toilets. The policy uses the term legal gender despite a Supreme Court ruling defining sex as biological. The trust described the measure as temporary pending nation…
Los Angeles Timesbusiness23 days ago
ACA Marketplace Enrollment Falls to 19.2 Million After Enhanced Subsidies Expire
About 3 million fewer Americans held Affordable Care Act plans in February 2026 than a year earlier. The 13 percent drop followed the January 1 expiration of federal premium subsidies.
finance.yahoo.compolitics24 days ago
ACA Marketplace Enrollment Falls 13 Percent in 2026 as Enhanced Subsidies Expire and Initial Sign-ups Drop One Million
The Department of Health and Human Services reported that five million people dropped Affordable Care Act coverage for 2026. Enrollment declined after enhanced premium tax credits expired and average premiums doubled.
news.google.comworld24 days ago
China Sets 2030 Target for 50 Percent of Electricity from Non-Fossil Sources
The National Energy Administration and National Development and Reform Commission unveiled a plan Thursday to reach the goal while lifting total annual energy production capacity to the equivalent of 5.8 billion tonnes. Related investment is projected to exceed 20 trillion yuan.
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nbcnews.compolitics24 days ago
U.S. Immigration Program Continues Without Expiration Date
A temporary immigration program has remained in place for years beyond its original intent. Congress did not design the program to function as a renewable form of relief.
CoinDeskfinance24 days ago
Waters Urges Labor Department to Withdraw Trump-Backed 401(k) Alternative-Asset Proposal
U.S. Representative Maxine Waters submitted an 11-page letter requesting withdrawal of a Department of Labor rule on alternative investments in retirement accounts. The proposal would allow 401(k) plans to include digital assets and other alternatives under a Trump executive orde…
pandaily.comfinance24 days ago
China's Five-Year Energy Plan Sets 30% Clean Power Target While Allowing Coal Capacity Growth
Chinese authorities released a five-year energy plan that permits continued expansion of coal power while setting a 30 percent clean-energy target for 2030. The plan positions coal as a flexible backstop for electricity supply.
cointelegraph.comfinance25 days ago
EU Proposal Would Deny Temporary Protection to Most Unauthorized Ukrainian Men of Military Age but Allow Member States to Grant Exceptions
The European Commission issued draft guidance stating that temporary protection should not be granted as a rule to newly arriving Ukrainian men of fighting age lacking exit authorization from Ukrainian authorities. The measure seeks to align EU policy with Ukrainian conscription…
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Usa Todaypolitics26 days ago
ICE Drops Plans to Convert Nearly a Dozen Warehouses into Detention Centers After Spending About $1 Billion
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement purchased nearly a dozen warehouses in early 2026 for over $1 billion. Federal, state and local officials announced in June that the projects would not proceed. DHS said it would sell one site in Michigan and use existing space instead.
Statscience26 days ago
U.S. Lawmakers Prepare New Limits on Chinese Biopharma Ties While Easing Domestic Rules
Political leaders are advancing additional restrictions on U.S. pharmaceutical and biotechnology firms' dealings with Chinese companies. Federal health officials are also easing domestic operations for such firms. The developments follow a 2025 law on the issue.
themarketherald.com.auworld27 days ago
Tanzania Increases NCD Budget Share from 7 to 24 Percent as NCD Deaths Rise
Health Minister Mohamed Mchengerwa outlined policy changes and prevention priorities at the PEN-Plus Africa conference in Dar es Salaam. NCDs now account for 39 percent of deaths, up from less than 25 percent in the 1980s.
whowhatwhy.orgpolitics27 days ago
Trump Administration Offers $17.5 Billion in Loans for Ten New Nuclear Reactors
The Department of Energy issued conditional loan commitments for five projects to procure long-lead items for large reactors. Energy Secretary Chris Wright also outlined timelines for restarting three existing plants.