US and UK go after Chinese hackers accused of state-backed operation against politicians, dissidents
Hackers linked to the Chinese government launched a sweeping, state-backed operation that targeted U.S. officials, journalists, corporations, pro-democracy activists and the U.K.โs election watchdog.
Teachers Sound Off: ๐ฃ What are the top 3 things you think are causing a teacher shortage in Florida?
A new survey out of the University of Chicago shows that fewer than one in five Americans would encourage a young person to become a K-12 teacher. And it's no secret that there has been a teacher shortage in Florida for quite some time.
Biden and Trump notch more wins Tuesday as primary voters urge them to keep up the fight
Joe Biden and Donald Trump are moving closer to a November rematch, as primary voters around the country urge their favored candidate to keep up the fight and worry about what might happen if their side loses this fall.
Former Treasury Secretary Steve Mnuchin says he's putting together investor group to buy TikTok
Former Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin says heโs going to put together an investor group to buy TikTok after the House passed a bill that would ban the popular video app in the U.S. if its China-based owner doesnโt sell its stake.
Michael Bloomberg tops the Chronicle of Philanthropy's list of Americaโs biggest donors in 2023
Michael Bloomberg, the former New York City mayor, gave the most to charitable causes last year, followed by Nike co-founder Phil Knight and his wife, Penny, and Michael Dell and his wife, Susan, according to the Chronicle of Philanthropyโs exclusive list of the 50 Americans who donated the largest sums to nonprofits last year.
Small business reporting requirement found unconstitutional by Alabama federal judge
In a blow to the Biden administrationโs effort to increase corporate transparency, an Alabama federal district judge has ruled that the Treasury Department cannot require small business owners to report details on their owners and others who benefit from the business.
Biden acts to better protect Americans' personal data such as health records and finances
President Joe Biden is signing an executive order aiming to better protect Americansโ personal data on everything from biometrics and health records to finances and geolocation from foreign adversaries like China and Russia.
How is an ex-FBI informant charged with lying about Bidens allegedly linked to Russian intelligence?
Federal prosecutors say the explosive allegations at the center of an impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden were false and came from an ex-FBI informant who said he was in touch with Russian intelligence.
Venezuela bribery witness gets light sentence in wake of Biden's pardoning of Maduro ally
A Venezuelan businessman who helped hide almost $17 million in bribe payments by an ally of President Nicolas Maduro was sentenced to six months in prison Friday by a federal judge who expressed frustration that his cooperation with law enforcement was undone by President Joe Bidenโs recent pardon of a top U.S. criminal target.
Americans divided on TikTok ban even as Biden campaign joins the app, AP-NORC poll shows
President Joe Bidenโs campaign is embracing TikTok to court younger voters ahead of the presidential elections, but U.S. adults have mixed views about whether the video-sharing app should even operate in the country.
Senate committee: Why do Americans pay more for prescriptions than people in other countries?
The Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee, chaired by Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) is set to hold a hearing Thursday morning that is titled โWhy Does the United States Pay, by Far, the Highest Prices in the World for Prescription Drugs?โ
Rajeev Ram and Austin Krajicek win in doubles to lead the US past Ukraine in the Davis Cup
Rajeev Ram and Austin Krajicek have clinched a spot for the United States in the Davis Cup Finals group round by winning the doubles match against Ukraine for an insurmountable 3-0 lead in the best-of-five-match qualifying series in Vilnius, Lithuania.
Tell us: Are you feeling more optimistic about the economy? Why or why not?
Americans are feeling more optimistic about the economy, as indicated by a new study out of the University of Michigan. The study reveals that consumer sentiment has increased by 13% in January, reaching its highest level since July 2021. This positive outlook comes as inflation continues to soften. Additionally, the January jobs report shows that the U.S. economy added 353,000 jobs last month, with the unemployment rate remaining steady at 3.7%. Stay updated with the latest economic news and trends by following our coverage on Channel 4.
Plan B for statin-intolerant patients
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the US. More than a quarter of Americans over the age of 40 are taking a statin to lower their cholesterol and to lower their risk of heart attack and stroke. In fact, statins are one of the most prescribed drugs in the country. But what happens if you are statin-intolerant? It turns out, thereโs other help for your heart.
Hand over heart, Biden joins grieving families of US troops killed in Jordan as remains arrive home
President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden joined grieving families at Dover Air Force Base for the dignified transfer of the three American service members killed in a drone attack in Jordan last weekend.
Americans' economic outlook brightens as inflation slows and wages outpace prices
After an extended period of gloom, Americans are starting to feel better about inflation and the economy โ a trend that could sustain consumer spending, fuel economic growth and potentially affect President Joe Bidenโs political fortunes.
Yellen says current US economic growth 'vindicates' Biden's COVID-19 pandemic stimulus spending
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen is making an election-year pitch that the current state of the economy โvindicatesโ Democratsโ decision to pass a $1.9 trillion coronavirus pandemic response package back in 2021.
Overdraft fees could drop to as low as $3 under new Biden proposal
The cost to overdraw a bank account could drop to as little as $3 under a proposal announced by the White House, the latest move by the Biden administration to combat fees it says pose an unnecessary burden on American consumers, particularly those living paycheck to paycheck.
White House says 'it's the right time' for Israel to scale back Gaza war as fighting hits 100 days
The White House says โitโs the right timeโ for Israel to scale back its military offensive in the Gaza Strip, even as Israeli leaders vow to intensify their operation against the territoryโs ruling Hamas militant group.
Republican candidates struggle with Civil War history as party grapples with race issues in present
With the first primaries of the 2024 election just around the corner, Republican candidates are stuck on the past as the divided party confronts race issues of the present and a desire among its base for a sanitized version of Americaโs history of slavery.