A government-commissioned study on alcohol health risks was released independently after the Trump administration chose not to include its findings in official dietary guidelines. The study found that drinking even one alcoholic drink per day raises the risk of early death and many diseases, such as heart disease and cancer.
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The study was commissioned by President Biden’s administration but released independently.
The Trump administration did not include the study’s findings in new dietary guidelines.
The study was published in the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs.
It found that any level of alcohol increases health risks, including premature death.
Drinking one drink a day raises the risk of more than 200 diseases.
No amount of alcohol was found to protect against death or improve health.
Earlier government dietary guidelines advised drinking less alcohol but gave few details.
The study aims to provide clearer advice on the health risks of alcohol consumption.
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The Trump administration is considering a plan to remove U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers from airports in sanctuary cities. Sanctuary cities are places that limit cooperation between local law enforcement and federal immigration agents. Some Republican senators support the plan, while Democrats warn it could harm travel and the economy.
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Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin proposed pulling CBP agents from airports in sanctuary cities.
Sanctuary cities often prevent local police from helping federal immigration enforcement.
The plan targets airports in cities like New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and San Francisco.
Without CBP officers, airports could not legally process international flights.
Some Republican senators, including Lindsey Graham and Deb Fischer, support the idea.
Democrats, like New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill, say removing CBP could shut down parts of airports and hurt the economy.
Not all Republicans agree; some want more information before supporting the plan.
The Department of Homeland Security has not given a timeline for removing agents.
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The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC) spent $135,000 supporting a candidate in a California Democratic primary, which upset some House Democrats. Several lawmakers are upset because the DCCC sided with a moderate candidate over a progressive one, and some members now threaten to withhold their dues from the committee.
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The DCCC spent $135,000 on ads supporting Jasmeet Bains in California's 22nd district Democratic primary.
Bains, a moderate, ran against progressive Randy Villegas, who won the primary.
The DCCC added Bains to its "Red to Blue" program a month before the primary.
Progressive and Hispanic caucuses supported Villegas and were angry about the DCCC backing Bains.
Some House Democrats feel the DCCC does not listen to them and only uses their dues without helping incumbent members.
Lawmakers are frustrated that their dues fund efforts against candidates they support.
The DCCC says it supports candidates it believes have the best chance to win in November to keep the majority.
Discussions are ongoing within the Democratic Party about this DCCC strategy and its effects.
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Decarlos Brown Jr, the man accused of killing Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska on a Charlotte light rail train in North Carolina, has been declared unable to stand trial right now. The court decided he is not mentally fit to go through the trial process at this moment.
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The incident involved a stabbing on a Charlotte light rail train.
The victim was Iryna Zarutska, a Ukrainian refugee.
The suspect is named Decarlos Brown Jr.
A judge ruled that Brown is currently incompetent for trial.
Being "incompetent for trial" means he cannot understand the court process or help in his defense at this time.
This ruling means the trial will be delayed until he is considered fit for court.
The case is taking place in Charlotte, North Carolina.
CBS News reported the story, including correspondence from Shanelle Kaul.
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President Donald Trump attended Game 3 of the NBA Finals at Madison Square Garden, where the New York Knicks lost to the San Antonio Spurs. Some fans booed him during the national anthem, but President Trump said he mostly heard cheers and described the crowd as enthusiastic.
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President Donald Trump was at the NBA Finals Game 3 in New York's Madison Square Garden.
The New York Knicks lost to the San Antonio Spurs by a score of 111–115.
This was the first time a sitting U.S. president attended the NBA Finals.
Fans booed President Trump during the national anthem.
President Trump said the reaction was mostly cheers and the atmosphere was loud and enthusiastic.
The Knicks' loss narrowed their lead in the series to 2–1.
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Alaska’s election official is looking into a Republican Senate candidate named Daniel J. Sullivan Jr. because he has the same name as the current Senator Dan Sullivan. The investigation aims to find out if the new candidate joined the race to confuse voters.
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The candidate under investigation is Daniel J. Sullivan Jr.
The incumbent senator is Dan Sullivan, a Republican from Alaska.
Alaska’s Lieutenant Governor Nancy Dahlstrom, a Republican, oversees elections and announced the investigation.
Authorities received credible claims that the new candidate entered the race to cause voter confusion.
The investigation started on Monday.
The case involves Alaska’s Senate race.
The goal is to ensure fair elections and protect voters from confusion.
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David Sullivan’s Sport newspapers used pictures of girls under 16 in suggestive ways before they were legally allowed to appear topless. Sullivan resigned as co-chair of West Ham football club amid accusations of sexual misconduct and exploitative behavior dating back decades.
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Sport newspapers featured a "Countdown to 16" where girls were shown in lingerie or bikinis before turning 16, and topless after their birthday.
Former victims’ commissioner Vera Baird said these images acted as "bait for predatory men."
Seven women accused Sullivan of sexual misconduct and pressuring them for sex when they sought work.
Sullivan denies the allegations and says claims of improper conduct are “inevitable” given his adult industry background.
The newspapers operated legally at the time by only showing topless images after models turned 16, but laws have since tightened to 18 for indecent images.
Sullivan resigned as director and co-chair of West Ham but remains the club’s largest shareholder with a 38.8% stake.
The new football regulator (IFR) is investigating Sullivan’s suitability as a club owner and may force him to sell his shares.
Former UK minister Alex Davies-Jones questioned Sullivan’s role in football due to his past business practices.
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A man accused of killing a woman on a Charlotte commuter train has been found not mentally fit to stand trial for now. He will receive treatment in federal custody until doctors determine if he can participate in his trial.
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Decarlos Brown Jr., 35, is accused of stabbing and killing Iryna Zarutska, 23, on a Charlotte light rail train in August.
A federal judge ruled Brown is currently incompetent to stand trial, meaning he cannot understand or help with his legal case right now.
Brown will be hospitalized for up to four months for treatment to help restore his mental fitness for trial.
If treatment works, a future hearing will decide if he is mentally ready for trial.
Brown faces federal charges that carry life in prison or possibly the death penalty, as well as a state first-degree murder charge.
Brown has a history of mental health issues and previous legal problems.
His lawyers say mental illness currently prevents him from standing trial.
Brown wrote a letter claiming he is being controlled by unknown forces and said law enforcement is not investigating.
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The Cleveland Clinic agreed to provide $2 million in care for people who stop gender-affirming treatment after starting it as minors. This agreement is part of a settlement with the Department of Justice during President Donald Trump’s administration. The clinic will offer these services to all patients in need.
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Cleveland Clinic agreed to a $2 million commitment for care supporting patients who detransition.
Detransition means stopping or reversing gender-affirming care.
The settlement was made with the U.S. Department of Justice.
This deal happened under the Trump administration’s policies.
Cleveland Clinic is the second major health system to reach such an agreement.
The care will be available to all patients, not just minors.
The DOJ announced the settlement on a Friday.
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Nick Reiner, son of filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife, is asking a court for money from a trust set up for him. He says he needs the money to help pay for his legal defense after being charged with killing his parents.
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Nick Reiner is 32 years old.
He is facing charges for allegedly killing his parents, Rob Reiner and his wife.
Nick’s parents had created a trust fund for him.
He claims the trustees supervising the trust are not giving him the money.
A court petition says there is no legal reason to deny him access to the funds.
He wants the money now to support his legal defense.
The petition was filed in Los Angeles County court.
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Two Alaska candidates named Dan Sullivan are competing in the Republican primary for the U.S. Senate seat. The challenger Dan Sullivan says his campaign is genuine and not a trick to help the Democratic candidate, despite accusations from the incumbent Senator Dan Sullivan and an investigation by Alaska election officials.
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There are two candidates named Dan Sullivan running in Alaska’s Republican U.S. Senate primary.
The challenger Dan Sullivan lives in Petersburg, Alaska, and has considered running for more than 10 years.
Incumbent Senator Dan Sullivan accused the challenger of trying to confuse voters to help Democrat Mary Peltola.
The challenger denies any contact or coordination with Democrats or Peltola’s campaign.
Alaska Lt. Gov. Nancy Dahlstrom has opened an investigation into the challenger’s candidacy.
The Alaska Division of Elections lists the two candidates with middle initials to help voters distinguish them.
Alaska uses an open primary where the top four candidates move on to the general election with ranked-choice voting.
The challenger Sullivan previously registered with the Alaskan Independence Party before becoming a Republican.
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Radio host Charlamagne Tha God said President Trump’s attendance at Game 3 of the NBA Finals took away the happiness Knicks fans were feeling in New York City. Charlamagne described the excitement around the Knicks' playoff run as something very special for the city.
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Charlamagne Tha God commented on President Trump attending an NBA Finals game.
The game was Game 3 of the NBA Finals.
The Knicks were playing in the NBA Finals, creating a joyful atmosphere in New York City.
Charlamagne said he had never seen that level of joy in the city before.
He felt that President Trump’s presence reduced the positive mood among Knicks fans.
The comments were made publicly on Tuesday.
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Maine voters are heading to the polls for a Democratic Senate primary, where Graham Platner leads despite controversies including accusations of mistreatment and a tattoo linked to Nazi imagery. Platner’s main opponent, Janet Mills, has suspended her campaign, and incumbent Republican Senator Susan Collins remains a strong candidate for the general election.
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Graham Platner is favored to win the Democratic Senate primary in Maine.
Janet Mills, Platner’s main opponent, has suspended her campaign but remains on the ballot.
Platner faces allegations of “toxic” behavior toward women and has a tattoo some recognize as a Nazi symbol.
A former campaign staffer publicly criticized Platner’s honesty and fitness for office.
Despite controversies, many Democratic voters continue to support Platner, citing his policies and background.
Some voters express concern about the allegations but appreciate Platner’s outsider status and progressive ideas.
Incumbent Republican Senator Susan Collins is expected to remain a strong contender in the general election.
Voters in Maine value independence and show frustration with the federal government’s inaction.
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A key Social Security fund that pays retirement benefits is expected to run out of money by 2032, a year earlier than thought before. This could cause benefit cuts, especially affecting states with many older people who rely heavily on Social Security income.
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The Old-Age and Survivors Insurance (OASI) trust fund provides most Social Security retirement and survivor benefits.
The fund is mainly paid for by payroll taxes from workers and employers.
Social Security is currently paying out more than it collects, using up its reserve savings.
The 2026 Social Security Trustees Report projects the OASI fund will be depleted by 2032.
After depletion, tax income would only cover about 75% of scheduled benefits, leading to cuts without new laws.
The broader Social Security system, including disability benefits, may run out by 2034.
Aging population, lower birth rates, and slower workforce growth reduce the number of workers paying into the system.
Older, lower-income, and rural states with many benefit recipients will be hit hardest by benefit reductions.
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Nigel Farage, leader of Reform UK, invited trade unions to leave the Labour Party and join his party instead. Several union leaders rejected this offer, saying Reform UK is not supportive of workers' rights and criticizing their plans to repeal key employment protections.
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Nigel Farage invited trade unions to cut ties with Labour and affiliate with Reform UK.
A poll said Farage is popular among some union members.
Unite’s leader Sharon Graham said Reform UK has shown no support for workers.
Unison’s leader Andrea Egan criticized Reform UK for wanting to repeal the Employment Rights Act.
GMB union called Reform UK a re-branded Conservative party against union rights.
Reform UK wants to scrap the Employment Rights Act, which protects workers’ sick pay and unfair dismissal rights.
Labour is supported by 11 unions representing about four million workers.
Labour received over £1.4 million in union donations in early 2024.
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A recent poll shows Democratic state Representative James Talarico leading Republican Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton by 3 points in the upcoming U.S. Senate race. The poll suggests a competitive race despite Texas usually favoring Republicans, with Talarico gaining support from independents and Latino voters.
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James Talarico leads Ken Paxton 47% to 44% in the latest Texas U.S. Senate poll.
Among independent voters, Talarico leads 52% to 34%.
Talarico also leads Latino voters 51% to 41%.
Talarico is viewed more favorably (41%) than Paxton (34%) by Texans surveyed.
Republican Governor Greg Abbott is ahead of Democrat Gina Hinojosa by 5 points in the governor’s race.
The poll surveyed 807 likely voters from June 1-4, 2026, with a 4% margin of error.
Democrats see potential gains as suburban areas shift politically and President Trump’s popularity declines.
Ken Paxton faces political challenges, including a 2023 impeachment that concerns some Republican voters.
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A federal judge canceled a rule set by President Donald Trump that required H-1B visa applicants to pay a $100,000 fee. The judge ruled that this fee was not legal under current laws.
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The rule involved H-1B visas, which allow skilled foreign workers to work in the U.S.
President Trump's administration had introduced a $100,000 fee for these visas.
A federal judge declared this fee unlawful and voided the rule.
The decision means the fee cannot be charged to visa applicants.
H-1B visas are important for companies hiring skilled workers from other countries.
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New York’s Pennsylvania Station will get an $8 billion renovation to bring back its grand look with tall columns, bright sunlight, and detailed decorations. The project, led by Amtrak under President Donald Trump’s direction, plans to keep Madison Square Garden in place and start construction before the end of 2027 while keeping the station open.
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Pennsylvania Station was originally built in 1910 with a grand design but was demolished in 1963 and replaced by a less impressive underground station.
The renovation aims to restore the station’s grandeur with tall ceilings (over 50 feet), stone columns, bronze details, and a large clock.
President Donald Trump had Amtrak take control of the project in 2025 to move past years of political disagreements.
The proposed facade will carry the name "Pennsylvania Station," though Trump has suggested naming it after himself.
The renovation will cost about $8 billion and take around six years to complete in phases.
Madison Square Garden, the famous sports arena above the site, will stay in place, but a theater above the tracks will be removed.
Over 600,000 commuters use Penn Station daily, more than all three major NYC airports combined.
The design draws inspiration from New York’s Grand Central Terminal and other Art Deco landmarks.
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Voters in Maine, South Carolina, Nevada, and North Dakota are voting in important primary elections. These primaries will help decide candidates for the 2026 midterm elections.
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Primaries are happening in four states: Maine, South Carolina, Nevada, and North Dakota.
Voters are choosing candidates who will run in the 2026 midterm elections.
One notable race is in Maine for the U.S. Senate Democratic candidate, Graham Platner.
Primaries are part of the process to select political party candidates.
These elections affect who will represent the parties in the general election.
The midterms are important because they determine control of Congress and other offices.
Voter participation in primaries can influence the political direction ahead.
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Social Security’s retirement trust fund is expected to run out of money in 2032, one year earlier than last year’s estimate. Medicare’s hospital insurance fund will face a shortfall in 2033, the same as previously predicted, which means these programs may pay reduced benefits after those dates.
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Social Security’s retirement trust fund will face a funding shortfall starting in 2032.
This is one year earlier than last year’s projection of 2033.
Medicare’s hospital insurance trust fund is expected to be unable to pay full benefits beginning in 2033.
After trust fund depletion, Social Security will still pay benefits but at a reduced rate, covering about 83% of scheduled payments.
Rising healthcare costs and government spending contribute to the financial challenges of both programs.
About 70.1 million people are enrolled in Medicare.
The Trump administration says it is committed to protecting and improving Social Security.
Lawmakers have delayed making changes to Social Security and Medicare despite long-standing financial concerns.
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