Stories from United States

President Donald Trump signed a proclamation in the Oval Office this morning to restore the Presidential Fitness Test Award. The assessment, which originated in the 1950s, includes a mile run, sit-ups, push-ups, a sit-and-reach test, and a shuttle run. The administration stated the move aims to defend athletic traditions and promote excellence and competitiveness in students. The proclamation was signed Tuesday morning. The office was tasked with restoring the award as part of the administration's actions. The administration stated it is working to defend American athletic traditions. No specific implementation dates or program details were provided in the announcement. The program previously shifted focus from competition to personal health during the Obama administration. Trump described the test as the gold standard of fitness.

A 14-year-old girl from Whitehall who was reported missing on Sunday has been located in Nanticoke, Pennsylvania. Whitehall Police said 27-year-old Christopher Jones is accused of luring the teenager from her home using social media.

James Murdoch is in talks to acquire the New York Magazine and Podcast division from Vox.

Three men from Staten Island admitted to attempting to bribe a juror in the narcotics trial of former heavyweight boxer Goran Gohit. Authorities are using surveillance footage from dozens of cameras in the area to assist the investigation. Prosecutors allege the men met with a juror to make a cash offer and subsequently met among themselves to discuss the payment. Authorities arrested the suspects a day later and recovered a document containing the juror's name, home address, and place of employment.

A juror has been identified for the upcoming narcotics trial of former boxer Goran Gohit. Authorities are reviewing surveillance footage from dozens of cameras in the area.

Five publishers have filed a lawsuit against Meta and its CEO Mark Zuckerberg. The publishers allege that Meta has engaged in anticompetitive practices.

Five publishers have filed a lawsuit against Meta and its CEO Mark Zuckerberg.

Five publishing entities have filed a lawsuit against Meta and its CEO Mark Zuckerberg. The complaint alleges Meta's Llama generative AI was trained using unauthorized copies of millions of books and articles. The lawsuit further claims Meta illegally removed copyrighted information from these materials. Plaintiffs describe the training process as one of the most infringements of copyrighted materials in history. Publishers and author Scott Turow allege in a lawsuit that Mark Zuckerberg personally authorized and encouraged copyright infringement to train Meta's AI systems. Publishers including Elsevier, Aschett Book Group, and Macmillan have filed lawsuits against Meta. The plaintiffs allege that Meta was aware its practices violated copyright laws. Publishers are seeking $19.5 million and a domain takedown order against Anna's Archive.

A new bill passed by the county council imposes a $1,000 fine and up to 60 days in jail for individuals attending unsanctioned car racing events. The legislation, sponsored by Council Member Yoneka Fisher, targets spectators as well as drivers.

Hotel bookings in the United States for the upcoming men's World Cup soccer tournament are running significantly below expectations. An industry survey from the American Hotel and Lodging Association indicates that nearly 80% of hotels in host cities report low booking levels.