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Homan: Billions spent on health care for illegal aliens 

By Naveen Athrappully Contributing Writer  Billions of dollars are being spent to cover the health care expenses of illegal immigrants, border czar Tom Homan said in a recent interview with Fox News.  Between Immigration

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Study: Tanning beds nearly triple risk of melanoma 

By Naveen Athrappully Contributing Writer  Using tanning beds is linked to a nearly threefold jump in the risk of melanoma, the deadliest type of skin cancer, according to a Dec. 12 peer-reviewed study published in

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Health Department recommends 2 new conditions for newborn screening 

By Zachary Stieber Contributing Writer  Two new conditions are now recommended for newborn screening, federal officials said last week.  Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. approved adding Duchenne muscular dystrophy and metachromatic leukodystrophy, or DMD and MLD,

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Venezuelan opposition leader backs US pressure on Maduro  

By Aldgra Fredly Contributing Writer   Venezuelan opposition leader and Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Corina Machado said she supports the Trump administration’s actions in dealing with Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro’s government, including the

President Donald Trump arrives to deliver a speech at the U.S. Steel Corporation's Irvin Works in West Mifflin, Pa., on May 30, 2025. Photo by Madalina Vasiliu.

Survey: US manufacturers optimistic despite trade uncertainties 

By Naveen Athrappully Contributing Writer   Optimism among American manufacturers rose in the fourth quarter despite concerns about trade uncertainties, surging insurance costs, and other sector-related challenges, the National Association of Manufacturers

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Nick Reiner charged with murdering his parents 

By Zachary Stieber and Savannah Hulsey Pointer Contributing Writers  The son of Rob and Michele Reiner, Nick Reiner, has been charged with killing his parents, officials announced on Tuesday.  “Today the Los Angeles (County) District Attorney’s