Stories from United States

Transgender youth in Rhode Island are pushing back against a Department of Justice request for hospital records.

The US Treasury has released average interest rates for Treasury Bills, Notes, and Bonds as of April 30, 2026. The average interest rate for Treasury Bonds was 3.403%.

The United States has launched a new tax-deferred investment program called 'Trump Accounts' aimed at making children shareholders from birth. A new app called 'Trump Accounts' has launched, initiating a decades-long financial experiment.

State cyber leaders are asking Congress to support the State Local Government Cybersecurity Program (SLCGP). CISA and NITDA are activating cybersecurity measures amid system concerns.

The School of Computer and Data Sciences' cybersecurity program has received an designation from the NSA. This development is part of a broader analysis concerning AI and the digital economy.

Nakamoto subsidiary has joined Stacks as an inaugural bitcoin staking participant. This move is part of a strategy that reportedly surpasses BlackRock in terms of Bitcoin holdings. The development is linked to a surge in Bitcoin investment offering stable interest.

A severe thunderstorm capable of producing a tornado was located north of Wellfleet, or south of North Platte, moving north at 25 mph. The storm was located 7 miles north of Wellfleet at 7:46 PM CDT.

San Francisco Giants outfielder Harrison Bader has been placed on the injured list with a foot ailment. Bader was acquired by the Giants earlier this season.

A severe thunderstorm warning issued by the National Weather Service for Hastings, Nebraska, remains in effect until 7:45 PM CDT. Warnings were issued by NWS Hastings and NWS North Platte.

The Westchester County Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services approved funding for local agencies for Fiscal Year 2027. The funding aims to support mental health and addiction services.