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5 things to know about the USPS
Here are five things to know about the United States Postal Service.
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Immigration drives US population growth to highest rate in 23 years as residents pass 340 million
The U.S. saw its fastest growth of population rate in 23 years as the nation surpassed 340 million residents, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Obesity rates are down in the US for first time in more than a decade
Researchers who found that obesity dipped for the first time in more than a decade suggested that weight loss drugs like Ozempic might play a role.
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‘It's overwhelming': Gershkovich, Whelan back in US, speak after release in Russian prisoner swap
“Yeah, it’s overwhelming,” Evan Gershkovich said as he spoke to reporters amid cheers.
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National pride remains near record lows this July 4th, according to new poll
As Americans across the country gather to celebrate the nation’s founding, a new survey reveals the level of people who are “extremely” or “very proud” to be American is near record lows. In the survey released this week, 41% of respondents told Gallup pollsters they were “extremely proud;” another 26% said they “very proud.” Fifteen percent of respondents said they…
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Proud to be an American? Poll finds many aren't
In the midst all the celebration of America on the Fourth of July, pollsters see some room for concern on this day of national pride. News4’s Ted Oberg tries to figure out why on this Fourth of July, fewer Americans are willing to say they’re extremely proud to be one.
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What are tariffs?
Tariffs or customs duties are a tax on products purchased from abroad, and they are used by practically all countries
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US births fell last year, marking an end to the late pandemic rebound, experts say
The number of U.S. births fell last year. It was the lowest count in more than 40 years.
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USPS is looking to increase the price of stamps — again
The U.S. Postal Service filed a notice with regulators on Tuesday to raise the price on First-Class “Forever.” If approved, it would mark the seventh price hike in the last three years.
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UPS will become the primary air cargo provider for the United States Postal Service
The Atlanta shipping company said Monday that it had received an air cargo contract from the U.S. Postal Service that significantly expands an existing partnership between the two.
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Cellphones across America will get an emergency alert on Wednesday. Here's why
FEMA and the FCC will conduct a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System and Wireless Emergency Alerts on Oct. 4. Here’s what you need to know.
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Iran frees 5 American prisoners after $6 billion unfrozen
Five Americans were freed from Iran after some $6 billion once frozen in South Korea reached Qatar.
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5 Americans freed in prisoner swap with Iran land in Qatar
The Americans include Siamek Namazi, imprisoned for nearly eight years, and Emad Shargi and Morad Tahbaz. The two other Americans haven’t been identified.
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North Korea launches new nuclear attack submarine to counter US naval power, officials say
North Korea says it has christened a purported nuclear attack submarine it has been developing for years, a step leader Kim Jong Un described as crucial in his efforts to build a nuclear-armed navy to counter the United States and its Asian allies.
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Americans everywhere will receive a loud emergency test alert in October. Here's why
The Federal Emergency Management Agency and the Federal Communications Commission will conduct a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System and Wireless Emergency Alerts on Oct. 4.
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Labor Day: Its origins and why we celebrate it
While the holiday has become a day to celebrate the end of the summer, there’s more to the holiday. Here are the origins, history and significance of why we celebrate Labor Day.
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Why are so many country flags red, white and blue?
Ted Kaye, secretary of the North American Vexillological Association, explains why so many country flags in the world are red, white and blue, including the United States flag.
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Over half of U.S. beaches are potentially unsafe due to poop contamination: report
Over 50% of beaches in the United States had at least one day when fecal contamination reached unsafe levels to swim.
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WATCH: Russian jets harassed American drones while conducting mission against ISIS
A US commanding officer captured the moments Russian jets were harassing US drones Wednesday.
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My New Favorite Futbolista: Ashley Sanchez and Sofia Huerta
Get to know the two Mexican Americans who will be representing the United States at the FIFA Women’s World Cup on My New Favorite Futbolista.