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Starbucks flushes public restroom policy and more: Letters to the Editor — Jan. 19, 2025

Starbucks just announced it’s dropping a woke policy and will only let paying customers use its restrooms (“S’bux throwing the bums out,” Jan. 14).

Here are the greatest Inauguration Day moments in US history

Many historic events have taken place at the inauguration ceremonies for America's presidents.

As Biden wraps up half-century political career, his failure to turn page on Trump weighs on president

President Biden, whose half-century political career comes to a close on Monday as Donald Trump is inaugurated and succeeds him in the White House, leaves office as one of the nation's most unpopular presidents

Highlights from President-elect Donald Trump’s 1st Inauguration Day; what to expect from Monday

President-elect Donald Trump’s second inauguration is just two days away, and excitement is building in Washington, D.C., to welcome the 47th president of the United States.

Trump should reject UK’s dangerous Diego Garcia deal

President-elect Donald Trump will have many agenda items to address when he returns to the Oval Office on Monday. One he should get to quickly, for there is no time to lose, is the future status of the U.S. military base at the island of Diego Garcia. Poor decisions in the United Kingdom, driven by […]

Soda manufacturers push to keep sugary drinks on SNAP list

Soda manufacturers are pushing back on Robert Kennedy Jr.'s plan to remove sugary drinks from food stamp eligibility

Eggs added to FDA’s updated healthy claim food list

The Food and Drug Administration has added eggs to its updated list of healthy foods along with fish and vegetables

Virginia Democrats see next month’s special elections as first major test of 2025

Democrats are gearing up for two northern Virginia-area special elections in the state Senate and House of Delegates next month that could set the tone for what is expected to be a consequential election year in the commonwealth. The special elections in state Senate District 32 and House District 26, both located in Loudoun County,...

Mega Millions jackpot hits $1 billion for Christmas Eve drawing

The Mega Millions jackpot has only been won three times in 2024, the fewest wins in a single year since the game began.

NASA probe attempts historic Christmas Eve approach to the sun

NASA’s Parker Solar Probe made a historic attempt to circle the sun at 6:53 a.m. EST on Tuesday, Christmas Eve, which, if successful, would be the closest-ever attempt to do so. The agency will remain out of contact with the spacecraft until Friday, when the device is scheduled to send a beacon tone to scientists...

Evening Report — Trump takes the reins while Biden takes a back seat

{beacon} Evening Report © AP Trump takes the reins while Biden takes a back seat With less than one month until President-elect Trump returns to the Oval Office, he's already calling the shots and acting as if he is president. Meanwhile, President Biden is keeping a low profile during his last weeks in power....

Biden takes heat for vetoing bill that would add new judgeships 

Federal judiciary leadership and some lawmakers are criticizing President Biden for vetoing a bill that would’ve added 66 new federal judgeships amid growing caseloads. Biden on Monday made good on his promise to veto the JUDGES Act, which originally had broad support from both parties before it stalled until after the election. The bill gradually...

FDA approves GLP-1 generic for Type 2 diabetes

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved a generic daily injectable for the GLP-1 medication for patients who are 10 years old and up with Type 2 diabetes. The liraglutide injection, which is currently in shortage and sold under the brand name Victoza, will provide a low-cost option for those who need GLP-1...

We were warned: First term aides told us about Trump’s governing style

Trump's chaotic governing style, characterized by rapid turnover of aides, short attention span, and an inability to read briefing books, has been described as akin to a toddler's, and his insecurity and need for praise have been cited as his main weaknesses.

Toyota to donate $1 million to Trump inauguration

President-elect Trump’s inauguration is getting $1 million from Toyota Motor North America. A spokesperson for Toyota confirmed the inauguration donation to The Hill on Tuesday. Toyota joins Ford and a number of other companies in pledging significant donations to Trump's inauguration. Ford is reportedly donating $1 million. Meta and Amazon both handed over seven-figure donations...

How mass migration is being weaponized — a lesson from Poland

President-elect Trump's return to the White House is expected to bring a return to border policies that emphasize security and U.S. sovereignty, as the Biden-Harris administration's record on border security has seen nearly 11 million illegal encounters on the border in less than four years.

Where is Santa? How to track his Christmas 2024 journey

Santa Claus, St. Nicholas, Babbo Natale, Père Noël — whatever you call him, the man clad in red will be here soon.

Eye drops recalled nationwide due to fungal contamination

Check your medicine cabinets: A brand of eye drops sold nationally has been recalled due to the presence of fungus, which may cause vision damage.

GOP lawmaker says House ‘better off’ without ‘volatile’ members

Republican Rep. Don Bacon (Neb.), who won a hotly contested general election race last month, said the House GOP will be “better off” without “volatile” lawmakers in the next Congress. Bacon did not mention the members he was referring to in comments about the House's passage last week of a measure to keep the government...

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