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U.S. Conducts Explosion Experiment at Nuclear Test Site

The Energy Department's nuclear agency has conducted an explosive test in the Nevada desert designed to detect low-yield nuclear blasts from China and Russia, the National Nuclear Security Administration said Wednesday.

Man arrested on suspicion of planning an attack on the Texas Capitol, authorities say

A 40-year-old man was arrested early Wednesday on suspicion of plotting to attack the Texas Capitol, authorities said.

Cornell's reckonings with fraternities haven't prevented misconduct

A gang rape allegation at Cornell University has brought fresh scrutiny of fraternities at the Ivy League school, which has a history of misconduct cases followed by efforts to reform the Greek system.

Former Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem files for divorce from her husband of 34 years

Former Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem has filed for divorce from her husband of 34 years.

Judge keeps Venezuelan delivery driver shot by ICE in custody for alleged assault

A Venezuelan delivery driver who was shot in his car by a federal immigration agent in Texas will remain in custody on charges that he assaulted an officer while trying to escape arrest, a federal judge ruled on Wednesday.

Swiss glaciers lose over 5% of ice volume in 2026 as heat waves, low winter snow accelerate thaw

Glaciers in Switzerland - the home to the most in the Alps - lost 5.5% of their ice volume this year, the second-biggest percentage drop on record due to heat waves and low winter snowfall, experts report.

California Gov. Gavin Newsom signs laws to protect workers from AI risks

California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed laws Wednesday aimed at protecting workers from the threats of artificial intelligence, including potential job losses and workplace surveillance.

3 GOP states go to U.S. Supreme Court to challenge 3 Democratic-led states' abortion 'shield' laws

Three Republican states went to the U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday to challenge abortion "shield laws" protecting providers in three Democratic states, escalating the legal conflict over pills that account for a majority of abortions.

Republican AG group target Democratic rivals as either 'socialists' or 'fraudsters'

The Republican Attorneys General Association says 2026 has the most Attorney General seats up for grabs in over 30 years and their candidates are outperforming other top-of-the-ticket races being watched this cycle.

Senate punts bill to permanently ban Chinese cars until after midterm elections

Legislation to permanently ban the sale of Chinese vehicles in the United States stalled out on Wednesday as senators struggled to seal an agreement, virtually guaranteeing that the bill will have to wait until after the November elections.

Rivals for California governor to meet in only scheduled debate as mail ballots go to voters

The candidates for California governor will meet face to face Tuesday in the only scheduled debate of the campaign, giving Republican Steve Hilton perhaps his best chance of gaining ground on Democrat Xavier Becerra.

Senate Reaches Bipartisan Deal on Permitting Bill to Speed Approvals of New Energy Projects

Senators from both parties said Wednesday they have reached a deal on legislation aimed at speeding up permitting reviews for new energy and infrastructure projects that now face yearslong delays, as lawmakers seek to meet growing demand for electricity and other forms of energy.