Stories from United States

Saline Township resident Fred Gaul has filed recall petitions targeting three elected officials, including the township supervisor. The petitions argue the officials failed to properly represent residents or resist the Saline Data Center project.

Admiral Paparo revealed that Goldman Sachs has filed documentation with the SEC to launch a Bitcoin fund.

Enrollment in the US Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) has decreased by 3.5 million individuals. This marks a reduction in the program's reach.

Reports indicate clashes have occurred between United States military forces and Iranian armed forces. Disagreements persist regarding whether the opening of the Strait of Hormuz or addressing nuclear issues should take priority. The Red Sea remains exposed to pirate threats, impacting nearly one-third of global container traffic near Oman, according to the report. An anonymous Iranian military official denied that the fire at the Fushaira oil industrial zone in the UAE was caused by Iran. US Central Command leader Sandrum reported that some US warships in the Strait were attacked by accompanying commercial vessels, though he noted all threats were ignored. Three people were reportedly injured during the incident at the industrial zone.

The Athletic reporter Pablo Torre has been awarded the Pulitzer Prize for his reporting on Kawhi Leonard. The New York Times received three awards, including recognition for investigative journalism regarding Donald Trump's conflicts of interest. The investigations detailed how the president exceeded limitations and used presidential opportunities to enrich his family and allies. Essayist Marsh Gessen received an award for essays on rising authoritarian regimes. Photographer Saher Alghor won for documenting destruction and hunger in the Gaza Strip. His winning book, titled Angel Down, focuses on themes from the First World War. The announcement was made yesterday, according to the report.

Enrollment in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) has decreased by nearly 3.5 million people since stricter eligibility requirements were implemented last summer.

Just over half of full-time workers in the United States earn enough to provide for themselves and their families. This figure represents a five percentage point decrease compared to four years ago, according to a report from Dayforce and the Living Wage Institute.

The Select USA program is holding its annual investment summit. The summit aims to attract foreign investment to the United States. The event is taking place in Washington D.C.

Chicago Bulls owner Michael Reinsdorf stated a desire for a new direction following recent front office changes. Reinsdorf said the need for a process-oriented leader to head basketball operations. This follows the departure of previous staff members last month. The Chicago Bulls have appointed Bryce Graham as the new executive vice president of basketball operations. Graham previously spent 15 years with the Pelicans, starting as an intern. He most recently served as a top executive for the Atlanta Hawks, where he helped the team reach the postseason this year. The announcement follows the team's search for leadership within the organization.

The Commerce Department's Select USA program is holding its annual investment summit at National Harbor, Maryland. The program aims to secure business investment into the United States to promote job creation and economic growth.