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FDA Authorizes Sale of Zyn Nicotine Pouches Amid Controversy Over Health Benefits and Youth Appeal
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has officially authorized the sale of Zyn nicotine pouches, a significant milestone in the tobacco industry's efforts to offer alternatives to traditional smoking products. The decision, announced Thursday, follows an extensive scientific review, with regulators highlighting potential health benefits for adult smokers while facing criticism over the product's potential appeal to minors. 
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has officially authorized the sale of Zyn nicotine pouches, a significant milestone in the tobacco industry's efforts to offer alternatives to traditional smoking products. The decision, announced Thursday, follows an extensive scientific review, with regulators highlighting potential health benefits for adult smokers while facing criticism over the product's potential appeal to minors. -
Blinken Faces Fiery Criticism During Final Press Conference Over Gaza Ceasefire Agreement
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken's final press conference took an unexpected turn Thursday when journalists launched sharp criticism over his handling of the 15-month-long Gaza conflict. The chaos unfolded shortly after Blinken announced a tentative ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, scheduled to begin Sunday. 
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken's final press conference took an unexpected turn Thursday when journalists launched sharp criticism over his handling of the 15-month-long Gaza conflict. The chaos unfolded shortly after Blinken announced a tentative ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas, scheduled to begin Sunday. -
Kamala Harris Faces Backlash for Telling Wildfire Victims to 'Be Patient' Amidst Devastating LA Fires
Vice President Kamala Harris faced a wave of criticism after delivering remarks during a White House briefing on the ongoing wildfires ravaging Los Angeles County. The fires have claimed at least 25 lives, destroyed over 10,000 structures, and scorched more than 27,000 acres, according to local officials. Harris' comments, which urged Californians to remain patient during the crisis, were derided on social media and by public figures as confusing and out of touch. 
Vice President Kamala Harris faced a wave of criticism after delivering remarks during a White House briefing on the ongoing wildfires ravaging Los Angeles County. The fires have claimed at least 25 lives, destroyed over 10,000 structures, and scorched more than 27,000 acres, according to local officials. Harris' comments, which urged Californians to remain patient during the crisis, were derided on social media and by public figures as confusing and out of touch. -
Supreme Court Examines Texas Age-Verification Law for Online Pornography in Free Speech Clash
The U.S. Supreme Court engaged in a contentious debate Wednesday over a Texas law requiring age verification for online pornography, raising critical questions about the balance between First Amendment protections and efforts to shield children from harmful content. The justices appeared divided, with some expressing support for the state's measures while others questioned the broader implications for free speech. 
The U.S. Supreme Court engaged in a contentious debate Wednesday over a Texas law requiring age verification for online pornography, raising critical questions about the balance between First Amendment protections and efforts to shield children from harmful content. The justices appeared divided, with some expressing support for the state's measures while others questioned the broader implications for free speech. -
House Approves Ban on Transgender Athletes in Girls’ Sports Amid Sharp Divisions
The House of Representatives approved a Republican-backed measure on Tuesday that seeks to ban transgender girls and women from participating in school sports teams that align with their gender identity. The vote on the "Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act" fell largely along party lines, passing 218-206, with two Texas Democrats, Reps. Henry Cuellar and Vicente Gonzalez, joining all Republicans in favor. One Democrat, Rep. Don Davis of North Carolina, voted "present." 
The House of Representatives approved a Republican-backed measure on Tuesday that seeks to ban transgender girls and women from participating in school sports teams that align with their gender identity. The vote on the "Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act" fell largely along party lines, passing 218-206, with two Texas Democrats, Reps. Henry Cuellar and Vicente Gonzalez, joining all Republicans in favor. One Democrat, Rep. Don Davis of North Carolina, voted "present." -
Michelle Obama to Skip Trump Inauguration as Former Presidents Gather for Ceremony
Michelle Obama will not attend President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration on January 20, marking the second notable absence in two weeks by the former first lady from events involving former presidents and their spouses. The Office of Barack and Michelle Obama confirmed her decision, providing no explanation for the absence. Former President Barack Obama, however, will attend the ceremony, along with former Presidents George W. Bush and Bill Clinton and their respective spouses. 
Michelle Obama will not attend President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration on January 20, marking the second notable absence in two weeks by the former first lady from events involving former presidents and their spouses. The Office of Barack and Michelle Obama confirmed her decision, providing no explanation for the absence. Former President Barack Obama, however, will attend the ceremony, along with former Presidents George W. Bush and Bill Clinton and their respective spouses. -
Trump Blasts ‘Lamebrain Prosecutor’ as DOJ Releases Smith’s Final Report on Election Case
President-elect Donald Trump unleashed a blistering attack on Special Counsel Jack Smith following the public release of Smith's final report on investigations into Trump's alleged election interference. The 174-page document, made public early Tuesday, details Smith's conclusions about Trump's alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election results, accusing the former president of employing "deceit" and "knowingly false claims" to disrupt the peaceful transfer of power. 
President-elect Donald Trump unleashed a blistering attack on Special Counsel Jack Smith following the public release of Smith's final report on investigations into Trump's alleged election interference. The 174-page document, made public early Tuesday, details Smith's conclusions about Trump's alleged efforts to overturn the 2020 election results, accusing the former president of employing "deceit" and "knowingly false claims" to disrupt the peaceful transfer of power. -
House Republicans Push Bill to Let Trump Negotiate Greenland Purchase
House Republicans, aligning with President-elect Donald Trump's bold foreign policy ambitions, introduced a bill Monday to authorize negotiations for the United States to purchase Greenland from Denmark. Dubbed the "Make Greenland Great Again Act," the proposed legislation has reignited debate over Trump's geopolitical aspirations as he prepares to take office on January 20. 
House Republicans, aligning with President-elect Donald Trump's bold foreign policy ambitions, introduced a bill Monday to authorize negotiations for the United States to purchase Greenland from Denmark. Dubbed the "Make Greenland Great Again Act," the proposed legislation has reignited debate over Trump's geopolitical aspirations as he prepares to take office on January 20. -
U.S. Tightens AI Chip Exports to Counter China, Faces Criticism from Nvidia, Oracle
The Biden administration has unveiled its most sweeping restrictions yet on the export of advanced computer chips used in artificial intelligence, a move aimed at curbing access to the technology by rivals like China and Russia. Announced Monday, just days before President-elect Donald Trump takes office, the measures represent a significant escalation in Washington's efforts to maintain its technological edge while addressing national security concerns. 
The Biden administration has unveiled its most sweeping restrictions yet on the export of advanced computer chips used in artificial intelligence, a move aimed at curbing access to the technology by rivals like China and Russia. Announced Monday, just days before President-elect Donald Trump takes office, the measures represent a significant escalation in Washington's efforts to maintain its technological edge while addressing national security concerns. -
Denmark Secretly Scrambles to Appease Trump’s Greenland Takeover Ambitions, Reports Reveal
Denmark has reached out to President-elect Donald Trump's team in recent days with private overtures to address the incoming administration's provocative stance on Greenland. 
Denmark has reached out to President-elect Donald Trump's team in recent days with private overtures to address the incoming administration's provocative stance on Greenland.
