Senate passes reauthorization of U.S. surveillance program after midnight deadline

After its midnight deadline, the Senate voted early Saturday to reauthorize a key U.S. surveillance law after divisions over whether the FBI should be restricted from using the program to search for ... Read More

Defense Department environmental awards honor 9 for 'significant strides' on conservation

The Defense Department on Monday unveiled the nine winners of the 2024 Secretary of Defense Environmental Awards, according to the department. Read More

17 states challenge federal rules entitling workers to accommodations for abortion

Republican attorneys general from 17 states filed a lawsuit Thursday ... even if those abortions are illegal under state law." An EEOC spokesperson referred questions to the Justice Department, which ... Read More

2022 EPA Emissions Inventory Highlights Agriculture's Sustainability Strides

On April 11, the Environmental Protection Agency published the latest edition of the Inventory of U.S. Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Sinks: 1990-2022. The report has been published annually since 1990 ... Read More

US university cancels graduation ceremony over fear of pro-Palestine disruption

The University of Southern California (USC) in Los Angeles has cancelled its main graduation ceremony, citing new safety measures following student protests over the Israel-Gaza war. Read More

Senate Passes Reauthorization of Key U.S. Surveillance Program Just After Deadline

WASHINGTON — Barely missing its midnight deadline, the Senate voted early Saturday to reauthorize a key U.S. surveillance law after divisions over whether the FBI should be restricted from using the ... Read More