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Federal Reserve leaves interest rates unchanged as Powell’s chairmanship nears end
The Federal Reserve on Wednesday announced it will leave interest rates unchanged amid concerns about inflation rising further amid the war in Iran.
Supreme Court Orders Louisiana to Redraw Racially Gerrymandered Congressional Map in Major Blow to Voting Rights Act
The U.S. Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that Louisiana’s congressional map is the product of unconstitutional racial gerrymandering, dealing a major blow to a provision of the Voting Rights Act that pertains to how the drawing of congressional maps impacts minority voters.
Supreme Court Sides with Pregnancy Resource Center in Win for Pro-Life Donors
The Supreme Court on Wednesday sided with a pro-life pregnancy resource center that had raised First Amendment concerns about a New Jersey investigation into its practices.
Trump Warns Iran to ‘Get Smart Soon’ on Deal
President Donald Trump warned Iran to “get smart soon” on Wednesday as his administration reviewed military options for the Strait of Hormuz, where a prolonged standoff has disrupted a key global shipping route and driven up energy prices.
Latter-Day Saint News
Analysis: For accurate conclusions about Latter-day Saint retention, look at the best data
One of the most meaningful data points for any faith community is how well it retains those in the faith, whether they were born into it or joined later. With the West’s rapidly changing religious landscape, the last two decades have seen intensified efforts to determine just how many people remain in their faith.
Hope blossoms as Church hosts California wildfire recovery center
As part of its continuing efforts to aid survivors of the devastating wildfires that roared through Southern California in January 2025, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints recently hosted a six-day, multiagency resource center where dozens of organizations gathered to facilitate hope and provide survivors a wide range of resources in a single location.
What the Sunday second-hour changes mean for Relief Society
The upcoming adjustments to the Sunday class meeting schedule in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will allow Relief Society and elders quorum meetings to take place every week again.
Light the World Giving Machine placed in Madison Stake to benefit charities
Residents, nonprofit partners and local leaders gathered in Madison on April 16 for a special celebration and check presentation for a new installation of a Light the World Giving Machine.
JustServe sends food across the country to celebrate country’s independence
The Cache Community Food Pantry received one of 250 JustServe trucks filled with food sent out across U.S. to celebrate the founding of the nation.
National
Dem plot to limit Trump war powers on Cuba fails as GOP falls in line with military action abroad
Republicans stifled Senate Democrats’ attempt to prevent President Donald Trump from bringing military action close to home before any action has actually been taken by the administration.
House GOP clears key hurdle for FISA, ICE funding in dramatic vote
House Republican leaders on Wednesday cleared a major hurdle when they corralled members into adopting a rule to tee up consideration of two major pieces of legislation: reauthorization of the nation’s foreign spy powers and a budget blueprint to fund immigration enforcement.
Senate GOP pushes back on Trump ballroom amid affordability worries
Senate Republicans aren’t in the mood to vote on legislation to greenlight President Trump’s controversial plan to build a 90,000-square-foot White House ballroom, as some GOP lawmakers see it as a bad political move in the current political climate, especially if it would require taxpayer funding.
United Airlines flight reports possible collision with drone near San Diego
A United Airlines flight reported a midair collision between the plane and what appeared to be a drone near San Diego, according to a Wednesday statement.
Former FBI director James Comey makes initial court appearance
Former FBI director James Comey surrendered to law enforcement and made an initial court appearance in Alexandria, Va., on Wednesday after facing new charges stemming from a controversial photo of seashells he shared on social media, displaying the message “86-47.”
Senate Report: Biden FDA ‘Ignored’ Early COVID Vaccine Safety Warnings
A Senate report alleges that Biden administration health officials failed to act on early warning signs of potential COVID-19 vaccine side effects identified by a Food and Drug Administration scientist.
Senator: Biden Agency Used ‘Benghazi’ To Hide Emails On Planned Parenthood Loans
The moment is etched in 21st century memory. The shrill voice of then-Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton, agitated and stretched, still rings in the ears.
World
King Charles III and Queen Camilla begin New York trip by honoring victims at the 9/11 Memorial
King Charles III and Queen Camilla began their trip to New York City on Wednesday with a visit to the National 9/11 Memorial, where they honored victims of the 2001 attacks and spoke with relatives of those who died.
U.S. aircraft carrier to leave Mideast, reducing military might amid Iran war
The aircraft carrier USS Gerald R. Ford will depart the Middle East and begin the sail for home in coming days, multiple U.S. officials said, an expected relief for roughly 4,500 sailors who have been deployed for 10 months – but a loss of significant firepower as peace talks between the U.S. and Iran stagnate.
2 Jewish men stabbed in London attack classified as terrorism
Two people were stabbed in north London on Wednesday in an attack that police have now formally declared a terrorist incident, prompting a major emergency response and an ongoing counterterrorism investigation.
Russia to hold a Victory Day parade without military equipment for the 1st time in nearly 2 decades
Russia’s traditional parade marking the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II will take place next week without tanks, missiles and other military equipment, the Russian Defense Ministry said in a statement.
U.S. sanctions Iran shadow-banking network as peace talks stall
The United States has sanctioned 35 entities and individuals accused of overseeing a shadow-banking network that moved tens of billions of dollars for Iran, as the Trump administration flexes Washington’s financial might amid a stalemate in peace negotiations with Tehran.
Zelenskyy: Middle East Focus Eases Pressure on Russia
The United States’ shift in focus to the Middle East has reduced pressure on Russia and risks prolonging the war, and Moscow will not move toward peace without stronger action from Washington, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told Newsmax in an exclusive interview.
Business
Uber adding hotel bookings
Uber is expanding into the hotel booking industry, it announced on Wednesday.
Spirit Airlines’ $500 Million Bailout Talks Stall
Spirit Airlines’ discussions over a potential $500 million U.S. government rescue financing have hit an impasse, Bloomberg News reported on Tuesday, citing sources.
Court sentences Purdue Pharma to pay $5.5B, clearing settlement path
A federal judge on Tuesday sentenced Purdue Pharma to pay more than $5 billion in criminal penalties, clearing the way for the OxyContin maker to complete its bankruptcy settlement agreement and resolve thousands of opioid-related lawsuits filed against it by states, local governments, tribes and other plaintiffs.
Health
FDA to Speed Drug Review With Real-Time Trials
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is moving to speed drug development and review by launching real-time clinical trials.
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