‘Toxic’ politics increase terrorism, extremism risk, DHS official says
The current political climate leads to extreme views, the official said, some of which gain footing among military and veteran communities.
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US humanitarian pier reanchored to the coast of Gaza
U.S. defense officials said the temporary humanitarian aid pier has been reanchored to the beach in Gaza.
Feds to probe explosion that destroyed house in DC suburb
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives said federal agents and fire investigators were at the scene in Arlington, Va.
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How better traceability can help unlock $1 trillion in federal grants
More than 50 different federal agencies funnel money to over 130,000 recipients through 1,900 programs each year.
US flying drones over Gaza in search of hostages, Pentagon says
The U.S. has been providing support to Israel's hostage recovery efforts.
National Weather Service using AI to quickly translate storm warnings
To broadcast alerts quickly in other widely spoken languages, the agency is experimenting with AI to automate translations.
Lawmakers seek promotions for troops killed in Afghan airport bombing
Only one of the 13 troops killed has received the honor since the 2021 terrorist attack.
US Forest Service sued over largest wildfire in New Mexico history
The wrongful death lawsuit alleges the service was negligent in the management of a prescribed burn and failed to prevent access to areas at risk.
2,000 US troops on notice to deploy as Israel-Hamas war intensifies
The Pentagon sent orders to about 2,000 U.S. troops to be ready to respond to the Israel-Hamas war.
Blinken urges protection of civilians as Israel prepares for war
The State Department on Saturday authorized the departure of nonemergency U.S. government personnel and family from the American Embassy in Jerusalem.
Recovery of American hostages to be led by Israelis, US to advise
Hostage negotiations are not out of the question, according to a White House spokesperson.
