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Mother of six-year-old who shot teacher charged with federal gun crimes

Published: 06/06/2023 in BBC News - World

Deja Taylor is charged with federal gun crimes after her six-year-old son shot his teacher in Virginia.

Mother Of 6-Year-Old US Boy Who Shot Teacher Charged With Federal Crimes

Published: 06/06/2023 in NDTV News - World-news

Deja Taylor, the mother of the child, had apologised to the teacher and said she was responsible for her son's access to the handgun.

Brazilian federal police seize a quarter ton of cocaine in the port of Santos

Published: 05/30/2023 in MercoPress

Brazilian law enforcement organizations in a combined operation seized some 251 kilos of cocaine on Sunday from a ship in the port of Santos, the country's busiest. The drug was discovered hidden in an underwater compartment of a ship. The Federal Police is in charge of the investigation but did not report of any arrests.

Bill Introduced In US Congress To Make Diwali A Federal Holiday In Country

Published: 05/26/2023 in NDTV News - World-news

A prominent American lawmaker on Friday introduced a bill in the US Congress to declare Diwali, the festival of lights, a federal holiday, a move welcomed by different communities from across the country.

US Federal Reserve divided on how to continue with interest rates, FOMC minutes

Published: 05/25/2023 in MercoPress

US Federal Reserve minutes released this Wednesday showed officials split at their last meeting over how to continue with interest rates: some members saw the need for more increases while others expected a slowdown in growth to remove the need to tighten further.

Mike Lindell’s $5 million contest winner takes him to federal court

Published: 05/19/2023 in Washington Post

A Nevada man is chasing the prize owed by the MyPillow chief executive following an arbitration ruling in the "Prove Mike Wrong" contest over the 2020 election.

Top federal prosecutor in Mass. abused power to influence local election, inspector general says

Published: 05/17/2023 in Washington Post

The alleged misconduct in the report appears to shatter the reputation of one of the country’s most high-profile liberal prosecutors.

George Santos: Republican congressman facing charges in federal probe

Published: 05/09/2023 in BBC News - World

New York Republican George Santos is facing multiple investigations related to a series of scandals.

US H-1B Visa Lottery System Resulted In Abuse, Fraud, Says Federal Agency

Published: 04/28/2023 in NDTV News - World-news

The computerised drawing of lots devised to select successful H-1B applicants every year has resulted in abuse of the system and a sharp increase in fraudulent efforts, a federal agency said on Friday.

US Federal Reserve Chief Tricked By Russian Pranksters Posing As Zelensky

Published: 04/27/2023 in NDTV News - World-news

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell held a call with a pair of Russian pranksters posing as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy, according to video shown on Russian state television.

A federal judge was refused a Lyft ride with his guide dog. He’s not alone.

Published: 04/20/2023 in National

U.S. Judge David Tatel had hailed a ride to court but before he could get in his Lyft, the driver got out and began shouting that he would not take Tatel’s guide dog.

US Food Authority Appeals US Federal Judge's Block On Abortion Pill

Published: 04/08/2023 in NDTV News - World-news

The US Food and Drug Administration filed an appeal on Friday against a ruling by a federal judge that overturned the approval of a safe and effective abortion pill, court records showed.

US tornadoes: Biden releases federal funds to Arkansas

Published: 04/02/2023 in BBC News - World

The US state is one of several ravaged by tornadoes, which have killed at least 29 people.

From rap royalty to federal court, Fugees star on trial in financial scheme

Published: 03/31/2023 in National

Pras Michél has been accused of money laundering, campaign-finance violations and other charges in a sprawling criminal case arising from one of the world’s biggest financial scandals.

Gladys Kessler, federal judge in landmark tobacco lawsuit, dies at 85

Published: 03/21/2023 in National

In a major ruling in 2006, she found that cigarette makers had conspired for decades to deceive the public about the deadly threat posed by smoking.

George Floyd Killer Derek Chauvin Pleads Guilty To Federal Tax Evasion

Published: 03/19/2023 in NDTV News - World-news

Shortly after Floyd's death, Chavin and his ex-wife, Kellie May Chauvin, were charged with tax crimes.

Man Robbed Utah Bank Of $1 Demanding To Go To Federal Prison

Published: 03/08/2023 in NDTV News - World-news

The 65-year-old man said is he is released from prison, he will rob another bank until he is sent to the federal prison again.

Argentine federal gov't gets involved in Rosario violence crisis

Published: 03/08/2023 in MercoPress

Argentine President Alberto Fernández Tuesday announced through a recorded message from the Olivos residence, that federal forces would be deployed to the Rosario area in an attempt to curb drug-trafficking-related violence. “Rosario needs us”, said the President.

China hits out at US over TikTok ban on federal devices

Published: 02/28/2023 in BBC News - World

Beijing accuses Washington of attempting to use state power to suppress foreign companies.

White House's 30-Day Deadline To Federal Agencies To Enforce TikTok Ban

Published: 02/27/2023 in NDTV News - World-news

The White House on Monday gave federal agencies 30 days to purge Chinese-owned video-snippet sharing app TikTok from all government-issued devices, setting a deadline to comply with a ban ordered by the US Congress.

Walmart shooter pleads guilty to federal charges in 2019 El Paso attack

Published: 02/08/2023 in National

The Justice Department is seeking life in prison for Patrick Crusius, 24, who fatally shot 23 people in an attack that authorities said targeted Mexicans.

Brazil: Federal Police launches 3rd phase of Operation Lesa Pátria

Published: 01/27/2023 in MercoPress

Brazilian Federal Police (PF) Friday launched the third phase of Operation Lesa Pátria (lèse patria) by serving arrest and search-and-seizure warrants across five states and the Federal District, Agencia Brasil reported.

Federal Court of Appeals okays Mar del Plata offshore oil exploration

Published: 01/27/2023 in MercoPress

The Federal Court of Appeals of Mar del Plata turned down an appeal filed by Mayor Guillermo Montenegro and various environmental organizations to cancel the offshore oil exploration project involving YPF, Equinor, and Shell. The undertaking is expected to yield some US$ 20 billion in exports annually.

Federal intervention decreed on Brasilia's public security secretariat

Published: 01/09/2023 in MercoPress

Brazilian President Luiz In�cio Lula Da Silva Sunday issued a decree providing for federal intervention in the public security area of the Federal District (GDF) until January 31, 2023.

Brazil's Federal Gov't recognizes emergency in inner S�o Paulo state

Published: 01/06/2023 in MercoPress

Brazil's National Secretariat for Protection and Civil Defense Friday recognized Friday in documents published in the Di�rio Oficial da Uni�o (Official Gazette) that a situation of emergency existed in storm-hit Araraquara, in the state of S�o Paulo, Agencia Brasil reported.

DeSantis takes aim at federal government as he is sworn in to second term

Published: 01/03/2023 in National

DeSantis described Florida as the �promised land of sanity� compared with Democratic-run cities and states in other parts of the country.

Federal Reserve Raises Interest Rates Half Point, Highest Level In 15 Years

Published: 12/14/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

The Federal Reserve moderated its all-out campaign to cool inflation Wednesday, lifting the benchmark lending rate by a half percentage point as its policy actions ripple through the economy.

Advocates seek federal investigation of multistate effort to copy voting software

Published: 12/13/2022 in National

Evidence of the effort by Trump supporters surfaced in a long-running lawsuit over the security of Georgia�s voting system.

Russia's Federal Agency Requests To Arrest Ukraine Ministers

Published: 12/06/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

The Russian security services (FSB) have requested the arrest of two Ukrainian ministers, a Moscow court told AFP, after state media said they had been accused of violating Russia's territorial...

Musk's Medical Device Firm Neuralink Faces Federal Probe Over Animal Tests

Published: 12/05/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

Elon Musk's Neuralink, a medical device company, is under federal investigation for potential animal-welfare violations amid internal staff complaints that its animal testing is being rushed, causing...

Ex-N.Y. Lt. Governor Brian Benjamin has federal corruption charges dismissed

Published: 12/05/2022 in National

A federal judge said prosecutors did not sufficiently allege a �quid pro quo� between Benjamin and a real estate developer who helped raise campaign contributions.

Here�s how federal judges think about diversity in hiring law clerks

Published: 12/01/2022 in National

As the Supreme Court weighs whether to ban consideration of race in college admissions, a study says most appeals court judges consider race when hiring clerks.

Barring head coverings in prison violates federal law, appeals court rules

Published: 11/08/2022 in National

The Virginia prison system changed its policies after an inmate sued, but he wants a ruling barring any future restrictions.

Revoluci�n Federal leades indicted in Argentina

Published: 11/04/2022 in MercoPress

Argentine Federal Judge Marcelo Mart�nez de Giorgi Thursday approved the indictment of the four leaders of the Revoluci�n Federal (RF) rightwing activist group who were arrested on his orders last week and released by a court of appeals on Tuesday.

US Publishing Mega-Merger, Worth $2.2 Billion, Blocked By Federal Judge

Published: 10/31/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

A federal judge on Monday blocked publishing giant Penguin Random House from acquiring its competitor Simon & Schuster, siding with the US Justice Department which had argued against the mega-merger.

Federal court won�t wait for U.S. Supreme Court to release Trump taxes

Published: 10/27/2022 in National

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit said it would not reconsider the former president's arguments or put its ruling against him on hold.

Ethiopia civil war: Federal army seizes strategic city of Shire

Published: 10/18/2022 in BBC News - World

The fighting over Shire comes as concerns rise about the civilian impact of the 23-month civil war.

Elon Musk Under Federal Investigation Over $44 Billion Deal: Twitter

Published: 10/13/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

Elon Musk is under a federal investigation related to his $44 billion takeover deal for Twitter Inc, the social media company said in a court filing made public on Thursday.

Mayor of Buenos Aires wants federal gov't to quit improvising

Published: 10/12/2022 in MercoPress

Following the President Alberto Fern�ndez administration's creation of a so-called �Qatar dollar� for transactions abroad with credit cards, Buenos Aires Mayor and potential presidential candidate said nobody will �invest in Argentina with so many exchange rates.�

Argentine Minister praises federal forces for Mapuche operation

Published: 10/07/2022 in MercoPress

Argentina's Security Minister An�bal Fern�ndez claimed "there was no repression" against the Mapuches in Villa Mascardi as law enforcement officers evicted the usurping indigenist groups at Lof Lafken Winkul Mapu, which resulted in several arrests.

Biden to pardon federal marijuana convictions

Published: 10/06/2022 in BBC News - World

The move brings Mr Biden closer to his campaign pledge to nationally decriminalise recreational cannabis.

Biden, FEMA head to Florida as survivors scramble for federal aid

Published: 10/04/2022 in National

Many survivors of last week's devastating hurricane said they were unsure how to get help with basic needs, and that the FEMA process was fraught with delays.

US Federal Reserve Raises Key Interest Rate Amid Recession Fear

Published: 09/21/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

The Federal Reserve raised the key US interest rate again Wednesday and said more hikes are coming as it battles soaring prices -- an aggressive stance that has raised fears of a recession.

Will the Federal Reserve strangle Latin America again?

Published: 09/17/2022 in MercoPress

By Ernesto Talvi (*) � In the 1980s, the Federal Reserve�s dramatic interest-rate hikes led to a lost decade of economic growth in highly indebted Latin American countries. Today, however, the US itself is highly leveraged, which will make the Fed hesitant to pursue measures that imply severe collateral damage elsewhere.

Federal Reserve pledges to keep lowering inflation, "until we are confident the job is done"

Published: 08/27/2022 in MercoPress

The chairman of the Federal Reserve, Jerome Powell said on Friday that the job of lowering inflation is not done, and "we will keep at it until we are confident the job is done". Powell was speaking at the Fed's annual conference in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, an event closely followed by markets and pundits, trying to anticipate future actions.

Texas can�t bar adults under 21 from carrying handguns, federal judge rules

Published: 08/26/2022 in National

The ruling could further loosen gun restrictions in Texas, where lawmakers have expanded gun access amid a spate of deadly mass shootings in recent years.

Federal �ghost guns� rule takes effect despite court challenges

Published: 08/24/2022 in National

Amid court challenges, new Biden administration rule takes effect that requires serial numbers for homemade guns and background checks for dealer sales.

Ahmaud Arbery�s killers face federal hate crime sentencing

Published: 08/08/2022 in National

The three men convicted in state court of murdering Ahmaud Arbery face sentencing Monday on federal hate crimes charges connected to the killing.

Controversial federal court changes debated in Manchin negotiations

Published: 08/05/2022 in National

An early version of the talks included possibly moving future litigation involving the Mountain Valley natural gas pipeline proposed in Manchin�s state to the U.S. District Court for the D.C. Circuit.

Derek Chauvin faces federal sentence for Floyd�s killing

Published: 07/07/2022 in National

Chauvin, 46, previously pleaded guilty in December as part of a plea deal in which he publicly acknowledged his role in Floyd�s death.

US Federal Reserve Announces Biggest Interest Rate Hike Since 1994

Published: 06/15/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

The Federal Reserve announced the most aggressive interest rate increase in nearly 30 years, raising the benchmark borrowing rate by 0.75 percentage points on Wednesday as it battles against surging...

Suspect in Buffalo grocery massacre charged with federal hate crimes

Published: 06/15/2022 in National

Peyton Gendron, who is accused of authoring a racist replacement-theory rant and killing 10 Black people, could be eligible for the death penalty if convicted on the federal charges.

Minn. man impersonating federal agent on TikTok sentenced to six years

Published: 06/07/2022 in National

A woman was convinced her boyfriend was a federal agent until a comment on his TikTok account raised her suspicions and prompted an FBI investigation.

Man accused of yelling racial slurs at �Stop Asian Hate� rally faces federal charges

Published: 05/13/2022 in National

A California man faces time in prison for driving his car through a "Stop Asian Hate" rally and telling demonstrators to "go back to China," prosecutors say.

Democrats push doomed bid for federal abortion law

Published: 05/11/2022 in BBC News - World

A bill to make the right to abortion a national law is likely to fail, but could have political weight.

Brazil: Bolsonarist lawmakers want amnesty for convicted federal deputy

Published: 04/22/2022 in MercoPress

Brazilian Bolsonarist Deputy Carla Zambelli Thursday announced she was garnering support for fellow lawmaker Daniel Silveira to be granted amnesty after being sentenced by the Supreme Federal Court (STF) to 8 years and 9 months in jail for attacking STF magistrates and obstructing the free exercise of rule.

Joe Biden To Nominate Michael Barr For Federal Reserve Vice Chair

Published: 04/15/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

US President Joe Biden announced Friday his intention to nominate Michael Barr for the key position of vice chair for supervision of the Federal Reserve, one month after his first pick dropped out.

Federal tax collection in Brazil 18.3% up in January

Published: 02/23/2022 in MercoPress

Collection of federal taxes in Brazil has reached its peak since 1995, according to a report from the Economy Ministry released Wednesday, which showed revenues had reached R$ 235.3 billion in the month of January of 2022.

Ahmaud Arbery: Jury finds killers guilty on federal hate crimes charges

Published: 02/22/2022 in BBC News - World

US jurors found the defendants violated Arbery's civil rights by attacking him due to his race.

Killers of Ahmaud Arbery found guilty of federal hate-crimes charges

Published: 02/22/2022 in National

Jurors returned a verdict in the high-profile hate crimes trial after just a few hours of deliberations.

In the federal case over George Floyd�s killing, former officers put the Minneapolis police on trial

Published: 02/22/2022 in National

Tou Thao, J. Alexander Kueng and Thomas K. Lane have cast blame on the MPD, arguing that the department�s training and culture shaped their own actions at the scene of Floyd's killing.

Justice Dept. sues Missouri over GOP-backed gun law banning police from enforcing certain federal laws

Published: 02/17/2022 in National

The Second Amendment Preservation Act, which was put into effect in August, is considered among the most severe gun rights bills in the United States.

Use "Federal Power": US Urges Canada To End Anti-Vaccine Protests

Published: 02/10/2022 in NDTV News - World-news

The United States pressed Canada on Thursday to bolster the response to anti-government protests led by truckers blocking access points along the countries' mutual border, the White House said.

Jury selection in Arbery killers� federal trial probes beliefs on race, hate crimes � and the murder

Published: 02/09/2022 in National

The court cast a wide net for potential jurors, summoning more than 1,000 people from an area of southern Georgia spanning 43 counties.

Travis McMichael withdraws plea admitting guilt to federal hate crime charges in murder of Ahmaud Arbery

Published: 02/04/2022 in National

The change came after a judge on Monday rejected a plea deal McMichael had reached with prosecutors.

US federal prisons in lockdown after deadly gang fight

Published: 02/01/2022 in BBC News - World

The rare nationwide lockdown of federal prisons comes after two inmates died in a fight in Texas.

Opening statements to begin in federal trial over George Floyd�s killing

Published: 01/24/2022 in National

What to know about the federal trial of the three former Minneapolis police officers charged in George Floyd�s death

Published: 01/20/2022 in National

Federal Election Commission dismisses complaints against USPS chief DeJoy over alleged straw-donor scheme

Published: 12/23/2021 in National

The FBI is investigating the postmaster general over similar allegations.

Covid-19 live updates: New York City seeks federal help as U.S. braces for record cases with omicron wave

Published: 12/20/2021 in National

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio in a news conference called on President Biden to invoke the Defense Production Act to provide supplies of testing kits and treatments.

Boeing drops vaccine mandate for U.S. workers, joining Amtrak and other major federal contractors

Published: 12/18/2021 in National

Ongoing legal battles led by Republican attorneys general are challenging President Biden's federal vaccine mandates, leaving companies and workers caught in the middle.

The Federal Reserve still has a lot of questions to answer about its long-term strategy

Published: 12/16/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

While the Fed managed to clear up what its plans are for the near term, there are still questions left for the long term.

What is the Federal Reserve tapering; the end of rock bottom interest rates?

Published: 12/16/2021 in MercoPress

By Edouard Wemy � Tapering refers to the Federal Reserve policy of unwinding the massive purchases of Treasury bonds and mortgage-backed securities it�s been making to shore up the economy during the pandemic.

Federal judge tosses Trump lawsuit to block income taxes from being released to Congress

Published: 12/14/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The judge put the effect of his ruling on hold for 14 days to give former President Donald Trump time to appeal.

The Federal Reserve is expected to take a very big step toward its first rate hike

Published: 12/14/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The Federal Reserve is expected to announce a dramatic policy shift Wednesday that will clear the way for a first interest rate hike next year.

String of tornadoes causes major federal disaster in the US

Published: 12/13/2021 in MercoPress

US President Joseph Biden has declared a "major" federal disaster in Kentucky after dozens are feared dead following devastating tornadoes. The head of state has thus provided for the highest type of aid possible in light of the severity of the event.

Watchdog says federal anti-terror unit investigated journalists

Published: 12/11/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

A special Customs and Border Protection unit used sensitive government databases intended to track terrorists to investigate as many as 20 U.S.-based journalists.

Two Democratic Senators urge federal investigations into Facebook for allegedly misleading claims

Published: 12/09/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Sen. Warren urged the SEC and Justice Department to look into potential wire fraud and securities laws violations.

Joe Biden Directs US Federal Government To Become Carbon Neutral By 2050

Published: 12/08/2021 in NDTV News - World-news

President Joe Biden is to sign an order Wednesday to make the federal government carbon neutral by 2050 via a panoply of clean-energy initiatives including electric vehicles and environmentally...

Biden to order federal government to become carbon neutral by 2050

Published: 12/08/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The White House is set to spend billions of dollars to expand a�federal fleet of electric vehicles, upgrade buildings and add clean electricity to the grid.

U.S. court temporarily halts Biden's vaccine mandate for federal contractors nationwide

Published: 12/07/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The court said President Joe Biden likely exceeded his authority under the Procurement Act when he issued the mandate.

Bolsonaro allegedly wants to make mandatory vaccination up to federal gov't

Published: 12/07/2021 in MercoPress

Press reports which went viral Monday said Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro was entertaining the idea of signing an administrative decision whereby only the Federal Government would have the authority to decide on a mandatory vaccination against COVID-19.

Trump SPAC under investigation by federal regulators, including SEC

Published: 12/06/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Digitial World Acquisition Corp. said regulators have asked for information related to the SPAC's merger Donald Trump's new social media company.

A major shift is underway at the Federal Reserve that could see a speedier end to its easy policies

Published: 12/06/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The Fed is likely to decide to double the pace of its taper to $30 billion a month at its December meeting, comments from Fed officials suggest.

Argentine Federal Court upholds Stanley landing ship must not be scrapped

Published: 12/06/2021 in MercoPress

A Bah�a Blanca Federal Court of Appeals has upheld a judicial ruling whereby the decommissioned destroyer ARA Sant�sima Trinidad which took part in the Apr. 2, 1982 landing at Port Stanley, can not be sold as scrap metal, despite its current state of deterioration.

Federal corruption probe leads to first major overhaul of UAW elections in 70 years

Published: 12/03/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The union's new voting will be through a direct election, or "one member, one vote," instead of a weighted delegate-elected system.

More than $87 billion in federal benefits siphoned from unemployment system, says Labor Department

Published: 12/02/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

A U.S. Department of Labor watchdog estimates at least 10% of federal pandemic benefits were issued in error, much of it due to fraud.

Covid-19 live updates: Utah hospitals suspend vaccine requirement after court blocks federal mandate

Published: 12/02/2021 in National

Intermountain Healthcare, which operates about two dozen hospitals, said that 95 percent of its workers had complied with the requirement.

The Federal Reserve is likely to become a tougher talking central bank

Published: 11/24/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Expect more tough talk from the Federal Reserve as it may weigh winding down its bond program sooner-than-expected.

Biden endorses Powell for yet another term as Federal Reserve head

Published: 11/23/2021 in MercoPress

US President Joseph Biden has announced he wanted Republican lawyer Jerome Powell to stay at the helm of the United States Federal Reserve (Fed) for a second four-year term.

Biden administration asks federal appeals court to lift pause on business vaccine mandate

Published: 11/23/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The Biden administration said delaying the requirements would cost lives and increase hospitalizations.

Joe Biden To Keep Powell As US Federal Chief Amid Inflation Surge

Published: 11/22/2021 in NDTV News - World-news

President Joe Biden on Monday tapped Jerome Powell to serve a second term as chair of the US Federal Reserve.

More than 90% of federal workers have received at least one Covid vaccine dose, White House says

Published: 11/22/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The "vast majority of those employees" are fully vaccinated, a senior administration official said.

Minimum wage for workers on new federal contracts will rise to $15 starting Jan. 30

Published: 11/22/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Federal contractors will be guaranteed an hourly minimum wage of at least $15 in all new contracts with government agencies beginning Jan. 30, 2022.

Jerome Powell nominated to stay as US Federal Reserve chair

Published: 11/22/2021 in BBC News - World

President Biden opts for continuity by nominating Jerome Powell to remain head of the central bank.

Biden vaccine mandate legal battle heads to federal appeals court with GOP-appointed majority

Published: 11/16/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The Sixth Circuit will now decide whether to permanently halt the Biden administration policy.

A Texas college student allegedly set fire to a synagogue. He now faces a federal arson charge.

Published: 11/16/2021 in National

Franklin Barrett Sechriest, an 18-year-old student at Texas State University, lit a fire near the doors of Congregation Beth Israel that caused $25,000 in damage to the Austin synagogue, according to authorities.

Federal appeals court calls Biden vaccine mandate 'fatally flawed' and 'staggeringly overbroad'

Published: 11/13/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the 5th Circuit reaffirmed its decision to press pause on the implementation of the Biden vaccine requirements.

Covid-19 live updates: Colorado allows all adults to get vaccine boosters, going beyond federal guidance

Published: 11/12/2021 in National

Texas schools can require masks after federal judge overturns Abbott�s ban

Published: 11/11/2021 in National

A federal judge ruled that Texas Gov. Greg Abbott�s ban on mask mandates in schools violates the Americans With Disabilities Act, a decision that could have national implications.

Federal Reserve's Bullard expects two rate hikes next year

Published: 11/09/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

James Bullard added the caveat that his viewpoint was based on current economic data and that his prediction could change.

Labor union representing TSA and other federal workers urges White House to delay vaccine deadline

Published: 11/09/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The American Federation of Government Employees has asked the Biden administration to push back a deadline for federal workers to be vaccinated until 2022.

Randal Quarles to resign at year-end, paving way for Biden to further remake the Federal Reserve

Published: 11/08/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Fed Governor Randal Quarles is stepping down from his post at year-end.

Federal court grants stay on Biden's vaccination mandate

Published: 11/08/2021 in MercoPress

A federal court of appeals has granted a stay on US President's Joseph Biden's mandatory vaccination against covid-19 for employees working for companies with staffs of 100 or above, it was announced.

U.S. federal appeals court freezes Biden's vaccine mandate for companies

Published: 11/06/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The ruling comes after numerous�Republican-led states�filed legal challenges against the new rule, which which is set to take effect on Jan 4.

Oklahoma jail officers played �Baby Shark� on repeat as a �torture tactic,� federal lawsuit says

Published: 11/05/2021 in National

Detainees were forced to listen to "Baby Shark" on repeat for hours as they stood in an empty room, handcuffed to the wall, a new federal lawsuit claims.

Federal Reserve begins gradual monthly tapering of stimulus this month

Published: 11/04/2021 in MercoPress

Finally, following a two-day meeting, it's official: the US Federal Reserve announced on Wednesday it will begin tapering stimulus to the economy this month but also leaving the door open for possible changes if there are shifts in the scenario because of the pandemic. Likewise, inflation was described as "transitory" because of supply chain issues in the post-pandemic recovery.

Bill Introduced In US Congress To Declare Diwali As Federal Holiday

Published: 11/03/2021 in NDTV News - World-news

Led by Congresswoman Carolyn B Maloney from New York, lawmakers on Wednesday announced that a bill has been introduced in the House of Representatives to declare Diwali, festival of lights, a federal...

Federal contractors get broad flexibility to enforce Covid vaccine rules for millions of workers

Published: 11/01/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Under the new guidance, federal contractors will have leeway to determine how they enforce the vaccination requirements for workers who refuse to be vaccinated.

Covid-19 live updates: White House suggests flexibility in vaccine deadline for federal workers, contractors

Published: 10/28/2021 in National

"There is not a cliff here,� White House coronavirus coordinator Jeff Zients said.

Federal judge rejects Southwest Airlines pilots' request to block vaccine mandate

Published: 10/26/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

A federal judge in Texas denied a petition by Southwest Airlines pilots' union that sought to block the company's enforcement of a federal vaccine mandate.

American, Southwest CEOs say they don't plan to fire employees over federal vaccine mandate

Published: 10/21/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

American and Southwest have urged employees to apply for medical and religious exemptions.

American Airlines posts profit thanks to federal aid, revenue improves

Published: 10/21/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

For the fourth-quarter American expects its revenue to be down about 20% from 2019.

Governor of Argentine province of R�o Negro seeks help from federal authorities to fight Mapuche rebels

Published: 10/20/2021 in MercoPress

The Governor of the Argentine province of R�o Negro Wednesday requested assistance from the federal administration to cope with increasing violence from so-called Mapuche groups claiming their alleged rights to ancestral lands.

Federal Reserve Chair Powell�s five measuring sticks on inflation aren�t holding up very well

Published: 10/19/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

There are weaknesses in each of Fed Chair Jerome Powell's inflation five planks that, if not thwarting it altogether, at least undermine the position.

Wolf pups 'adopted' by Idaho high schoolers killed by federal agents

Published: 10/12/2021 in BBC News - World

Concerned environmentalists say the pup deaths are part of "an all-out frontal assault on wolves".

'We will comply:' Spirit Airlines CEO prepares staff for federal Covid vaccine mandate

Published: 10/08/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Spirit Airlines told staff it will fall under pending federal mandate that large companies require staff to be vaccinated or test regularly.

Russia Records Over 49,000 Covid Deaths In August: Federal Agency

Published: 10/08/2021 in NDTV News - World-news

Russia's Federal Statistics Agency Rosstat said on Friday that 49,389 people died of coronavirus in August -- more than double the official government figure.

Federal judge blocks enforcement of Texas law banning abortion as early as six weeks

Published: 10/07/2021 in National

The order responds to the Justice Department�s lawsuit against the state of Texas.

�Mapuche� gangs lead R�o Negro Governor to seek reinforcements from Argentina's federal government

Published: 10/06/2021 in MercoPress

The Argentine province of Rio Negro has requested federal aid to control violent attacks from alleged Mapuche communities against people and property over the weekend.

Major pharmacies face first federal trial over role in nation�s opioid crisis

Published: 10/03/2021 in National

Lake and Trumbull counties are set to face off against four of the nation�s largest chain pharmacies in a federal trial that could serve as a litmus test for thousands of cities and counties looking to hold them accountable.

Key inflation gauge watched by the Federal Reserve hits another 30-year high

Published: 10/01/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Inflation ran at a fresh 30-year high in August as supply chain disruptions and extraordinarily high demand fueled ongoing price pressures.

Buenos Aires Governor seeks consensus with meat producers after federal gov't announcements

Published: 09/30/2021 in MercoPress

The Governor of the Argentine Province of Buenos Aires, Axel Kicillof, Wednesday met with beef producers after the measures announced by the Federal Government regarding the lifting of caps on exports, starting with the resumption of shipments to China.

Federal forces to be deployed in violence-rid Argentine city of Rosario

Published: 09/28/2021 in MercoPress

The Argentine Government Tuesday announced the sending of a 1.575-strong federal security team to the Rosario area in the province of Santa Fe within the next two to three weeks, as drug violence and crime are increasingly on the rise since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Federal forces to be deployed in violence-riddled Argentine city of Rosario

Published: 09/28/2021 in MercoPress

The Argentine Government Tuesday announced the sending of a 1.575-strong federal security team to the Rosario area in the province of Santa Fe within the next two to three weeks, as drug violence and crime are increasingly on the rise since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Two defendants in stock hijacking case scheduled to plead guilty in Minnesota federal court

Published: 09/28/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The men are accused in Minnesota federal court of hijacking four dormant shell companies, and then pumping up their shares fraudulently to sell at a profit.

Federal judge deals blow to vaccine mandate for New York City teachers

Published: 09/25/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

New York City schools have been temporarily blocked from enforcing a vaccine mandate for its teachers and other workers just days before it was to take effect.

Federal Reserve holds interest rates steady, says tapering of bond buying coming 'soon'

Published: 09/22/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The Fed indicated rate hikes could be coming a bit sooner than expected while significantly cutting their economic outlook for this year

Stock futures open slightly lower ahead of Federal Reserve update

Published: 09/21/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Stock futures open slightly lower as investors await policy update from the Federal Reserve Wednesday.

Rep. Bush, Sen. Warren introduce bill to reinstate federal eviction moratorium

Published: 09/21/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The legislation from Cori Bush and Elizabeth Warren comes after the Supreme Court shot down a Biden administration eviction moratorium.

After years of being 'squeaky clean,' the Federal Reserve is surrounded by controversy

Published: 09/17/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The Federal Reserve has a big meeting on tap next week, one that will be held under the cloud of an ethical dilemma.

Canada federal election: The man who could topple Trudeau

Published: 09/16/2021 in BBC News - World

The new Conservative leader has tied Justin Trudeau in the polls with a pitch to moderate voters.

Justice Department asks federal judge to block enforcement of Texas abortion law

Published: 09/15/2021 in National

The request to a federal judge comes less than a week after the Biden administration sued Texas over the restrictive abortion law.

A Kansas boy entered a unique insect at the state fair. It triggered a federal investigation.

Published: 09/15/2021 in National

Weber said the boy�s discovery is an extreme example of what the 4-H exhibits are all about: sharing knowledge with others to improve local communities.

Canada federal election: Canadians want reconciliation. Will the election deliver?

Published: 09/14/2021 in BBC News - World

The issue that seized Canadians for much of the summer has mostly been absent on the campaign trail.

Canada federal election: A look at the key numbers driving the campaign

Published: 09/13/2021 in BBC News - World

A visual guide to the big issues in Canada's federal election, from climate to cost of living.

Canada federal election: Key takeaways from the debate

Published: 09/09/2021 in BBC News - World

Five party leaders made their pitch on leadership, climate, reconciliation and Covid recovery.

Biden to mandate Covid vaccine for federal workers, removing option to get tested instead

Published: 09/09/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The executive order will also extend to contractors that work with the U.S. government.

Canada federal election: Party leaders spar in first national debate

Published: 09/08/2021 in BBC News - World

Justin Trudeau and other party leaders clashed over climate - and the election call - in the debate.

Federal unemployment benefits end this weekend. Many are scared of what comes next

Published: 09/04/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Federal unemployment programs in place since March 2020 are ending. Recipients unable to find work are worried about the ability to pay bills.

Capitol riot: 'QAnon Shaman' pleads guilty in federal court

Published: 09/03/2021 in BBC News - World

Jacob Chansley had been indicted on six counts for his role in the pro-Trump siege at the US Capitol.

Tesla must deliver Autopilot crash data to federal auto safety watchdog by October 22

Published: 09/01/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

NHTSA is trying to determine whether Tesla's Autopilot has a safety defect that caused Tesla vehicles to hit first-responder vehicles.

Canada federal election: How much trouble is Trudeau in?

Published: 09/01/2021 in BBC News - World

Canada's leader called a snap election, but midway through the campaign his party is struggling.

Biden pledges a vast federal response to Hurricane Ida for 'as long as it takes'

Published: 08/30/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The federal government is doing everything in its power to aid Louisiana and Mississippi in recovering from Hurricane Ida, President Joe Biden said Monday.

The pressure is on for Powell and the Federal Reserve to manage the exit from ultra-easy policies

Published: 08/26/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

For the Fed, implementing the easiest monetary policy in history was tough enough. Getting out will be no treat, either.

A governor�s controversial pardon freed a killer. A new federal conviction could send him back to prison.

Published: 08/26/2021 in National

Patrick Baker, 43, has been convicted a second time of killing a man in a botched drug robbery.

Bolsonaro mandates Brazilian federal gov't agencies to cut down electricity consumption

Published: 08/26/2021 in MercoPress

Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro has issued a decree ordering all federal agencies to cut down electricity consumption between 10 and 20% from September to April 2022, in the face of an unprecedented shortage in supply from less expensive sources.

American extends alcohol ban in main cabin through Jan. 18 � when federal mask mandate expires

Published: 08/19/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Airlines and federal officials are increasingly concerned about a recent surge in unruly passenger behavior.

U.S. to require nursing homes get staff fully vaccinated or lose federal funding

Published: 08/18/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The federal government will tell nursing homes they must get their staff fully vaccinated against Covid-19 as a requirement for receiving U.S. funding.

Federal Reserve preparing for taper this year, July minutes show

Published: 08/18/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The Federal Reserve on Wednesday released the minutes from its July 27-28 meeting.

Bezos' Blue Origin takes NASA to federal court over award of lunar lander contract to SpaceX

Published: 08/16/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Jeff Bezos' space company Blue Origin filed a sealed complaint in federal court against NASA on Monday.

Bolsonaro subject to yet another inquiry, this time for releasing secret Brazilian Federal Police reports

Published: 08/13/2021 in MercoPress

Brazil's Supreme Federal Court Justice Alexandre de Moraes ordered Thursday the opening of a new criminal investigation against President Jair Bolsonaro, for allegedly disclosing secret Federal Police documents while campaigning to discredit the electronic voting system.

Norwegian Cruise can require Florida passengers to show proof of vaccination, federal judge rules

Published: 08/08/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The court's decision clears the way for Norwegian Cruise Line to require customers to show proof of vaccination.

July�s strong jobs report could prepare the Federal Reserve to dial back its bond-buying program

Published: 08/06/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The latest jobs report from the Labor Department reflects progress, which could put the central bank on track to dial back its bond purchases.

26 states ended federal unemployment pay early. Data suggests it�s not getting people back to work

Published: 08/04/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Data from payroll firms Homebase and UKG, similar to other recent studies, indicate state policies haven't pushed people back to work yet.

Cuomo violated federal, state laws as he sexually harassed multiple women, NY attorney general says

Published: 08/03/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo sexually harassed multiple women who worked for the state and elsewhere, according to a report by state Attorney General Letitia James.

A mother bear rushed a woman snapping a photo of her cubs. Now, the parkgoer is facing federal charges.

Published: 07/30/2021 in National

Investigators found that she had posted photos of the bears on her Facebook page with the caption �absolutely floored by the beauty of this place.�

Biden requiring federal workers to prove Covid vaccine status or submit to safety rules

Published: 07/29/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Biden at the White House also called on state and local governments to give out $100 prizes to those who get vaccinated for Covid.

Biden will require federal workers to get the Covid vaccine or submit to testing

Published: 07/28/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The Biden administration will require federal workers to be vaccinated for the coronavirus or else submit to strict testing measures, NBC News reported.

Biden proposes stronger Buy American rules for federal government, aiming to bolster U.S. industry

Published: 07/28/2021 in National

The proposal would require that goods purchased with taxpayer dollars contain 75 percent U.S.-made content by 2029, up from a current threshold of 55 percent.

Biden says vaccine mandate for all federal employees is under consideration following VA order

Published: 07/27/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

President Joe Biden said his administration is weighing whether to require federal employees to be vaccinated for the coronavirus.

Trump friend Tom Barrack heckled as a 'traitor' as he shows up for arraignment on federal charges

Published: 07/26/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Private equity investor Thomas Barrack is accused of illegally lobbying then-President Donald Trump for the United Arab Emirates.

A tax loophole is helping bitcoin holders save tons of cash by avoiding federal taxes

Published: 07/25/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

With crypto tokens, wash sale rules don't apply, meaning that you can sell your bitcoin and buy it right back, whereas with a stock, you would have to wait 30 days.

Earnings and the Federal Reserve are next big catalysts as stocks enter week ahead on an upswing

Published: 07/23/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Here comes one of the biggest market weeks of the summer.

An auction house tried to sell Jewish artifacts looted during the Holocaust. Federal agents just seized them.

Published: 07/23/2021 in National

The artifacts seized Thursday include funeral scrolls and prayers for the dead that were looted from Jewish communities during the Holocaust.

American, Southwest post quarterly profits, boosted by travel surge, federal aid

Published: 07/22/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Treasury Secretary Yellen says the Federal Reserve has done a �good job� under Powell

Published: 07/15/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen offered praise for the Federal Reserve during the Covid-19 crisis under the direction of Chair Powell.

Delta posts first profit since 2019 thanks to federal aid, improving revenue as travelers return

Published: 07/14/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Delta's quarterly revenue and loss came in better than Wall Street estimates as travelers returned and federal aid drove it to its first profit since 2019.

Ron Insana: The bond market agrees with the Federal Reserve � inflation is temporary

Published: 07/11/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Falling yields, including the 10-year Treasury's sharp decline, suggest the bond market believes inflation won�t stick around.

Biogen stock falls after FDA calls for federal investigation into Alzheimer's drug approval

Published: 07/09/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

A grizzly bear washed up dead. Then it was found decapitated and declawed, prompting a federal investigation.

Published: 07/06/2021 in National

When Fish, Wildlife and Parks personnel arrived to remove the dead bear, its head and all four paws were gone.

Federal judge rules SpaceX must comply with DOJ subpoena of hiring records

Published: 06/30/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

A federal judge ruled on Wednesday that Elon Musk's SpaceX must comply with a Department of Justice subpoena for the company's hiring records.

Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas says federal marijuana laws may be outdated

Published: 06/28/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas said federal laws against marijuana are inconsistent, suggesting that national prohibition may no longer be necessary.�

Federal Reserve gives U.S. banks a thumbs up as all 23 lenders easily pass 2021 stress test

Published: 06/24/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

If there was an anticlimactic note to this year's test, it's because the industry underwent a real-life version when the coronavirus pandemic struck.

Appeals court blocks federal judge�s ruling to overturn California�s assault weapons ban

Published: 06/22/2021 in National

Judge Roger T. Benitez had compared an AR-15 to a Swiss Army knife in his June 4 opinion.

Here's why the market may be wrong about the Federal Reserve and interest rates

Published: 06/21/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Monday's aggressive rally came despite the fears of one firm that investors still aren't appreciating how quickly the Fed could raise rates.

Under Trump, Juneteenth was marred by controversy � with Biden, it's a federal holiday

Published: 06/19/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The contrast between former President Donald Trump's final Juneteenth in the White House and the lead-up to President Joe Biden's first is stark.

Biden to sign Juneteenth bill, creating first new federal holiday in decades

Published: 06/17/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris are both slated to deliver remarks on Juneteenth in the East Room, according to the White House.

House passes bill to make Juneteenth a federal holiday, sending it to Biden

Published: 06/16/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The bill to make Juneteenth the 12th federal holiday sailed through Congress, paving the way for President Joe Biden to sign it into law.

U.S. judge orders resumption in federal drilling auctions in a setback for Biden

Published: 06/16/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

A federal judge in Louisiana blocked the Biden administration's pause on oil and gas leasing on public lands and waters.

Senate approves bill to make Juneteenth a federal holiday

Published: 06/15/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

It is expected to easily pass the House, which would send it to President Joe Biden for his signature.

Big Tech Critic Lina Khan Becomes US Federal Trade Commission Chair

Published: 06/15/2021 in NDTV News - World-news

Lina Khan was sworn in on Tuesday as chair of the U.S. Federal Trade Commission, a victory for progressives seeking a clampdown on tech firms who hold a hefty share of a growing sector of the economy.

Stock futures are flat as investors await Federal Reserve update

Published: 06/15/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

U.S. stock index futures were little changed in overnight trading ahead of Wednesday's Federal Reserve policy decision.

A full rundown of what to expect from the Federal Reserve on Wednesday

Published: 06/15/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The Fed is not expected to take any policy actions after its meeting this week, but it is likely to signal that it is thinking about them.

Texas lawmakers again urge federal board to remove �Negro� from place names in state

Published: 06/08/2021 in National

A little-known interdepartmental panel will vote Thursday on renaming 16 sites across the state.

California�s assault weapons ban overturned as federal judge compares AR-15 to a Swiss Army knife

Published: 06/05/2021 in National

U.S. District Judge Roger Benitez of the Southern District of California said that assault weapons that Californians were being deprived of are not �bazookas, howitzers or machine guns� but rather �fairly ordinary, popular, modern rifles.�

Postmaster General Louis DeJoy facing federal campaign finance investigation over former business

Published: 06/03/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Postmaster General Louis DeJoy is facing a federal investigation over campaign contributions made by employees of his former business, a spokesman said.

3.7 million Americans set to lose unemployment benefits early as 25 states exit federal programs

Published: 06/02/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Half of U.S. states, all led by Republican governors, have announced an early end to federal unemployment programs.

Amazon backs federal bill to legalize marijuana and adjusts drug testing policy for some workers

Published: 06/01/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The company also said it would adjust its drug testing policy for some workers to no longer screen for cannabis.

Biden's budget will include $5 trillion in new federal spending over the next decade

Published: 05/27/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The new spending will fund Biden's sweeping domestic agenda: Expanding the social safety net for working families and modernizing America's infrastructure.

The Federal Reserve's so-called taper talk could keep markets on edge through the summer

Published: 05/21/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The Federal Reserve is facing a big summer ahead as markets look for clues about when the ultra-easy policy measure put in place during the pandemic might finally start to unwind.

Biden orders federal strategy to curb climate change risk to economy

Published: 05/20/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The federal government will develop and publish an assessment of its climate change risk exposure to help guide the president's budget projections.

A rapper posed on a SWAT truck during the Capitol riots and put it on his album. He�s facing federal charges.

Published: 05/18/2021 in National

Antionne Brodnax, who raps as Bugzie the Don, took a picture sitting on a U.S. Capitol Police SWAT van during the riot and used it as his album cover, federal officials said.

The jury reached a guilty verdict. Then the defendant fatally cut his own throat in a federal courtroom.

Published: 05/18/2021 in National

The defendant slashed his throat and died after a jury found him guilty, the FBI said, though it's unclear what he used or how he smuggled a sharp object into the courtroom.

States are ending federal unemployment benefits early. Here�s what to know and what�s at stake

Published: 05/15/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

More than a dozen states are cutting off federal unemployment benefits for workers, affecting roughly 2 million people. Here's what is happening and why.

As more states end federal unemployment benefits early, workers are put in a bind

Published: 05/11/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Unemployed Americans thought they'd receive benefits until September. Now that aid is in jeopardy in a growing number of states.

Federal judge overturns national eviction ban

Published: 05/05/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

A federal judge struck down on Wednesday the national eviction moratorium, potentially leaving millions of Americans at risk of losing their homes.

Seven US Firms Drop H-1B Lawsuit Against US Federal Agency

Published: 05/03/2021 in NDTV News - World-news

A group of seven American businesses Monday announced to have dropped an H-1B lawsuit against the US Citizenship and Immigration Services after the federal agency agreed to accept and adjudicate...

Ahmaud Arbery: Suspects face federal hate crime charges over killing

Published: 04/28/2021 in BBC News - World

The men charged with killing an unarmed black jogger in Georgia receive additional federal charges.

Trump Lawyer's Apartment Raided In Federal Probe

Published: 04/28/2021 in NDTV News - World-news

Federal investigators raided the New York apartment of former US president Donald Trump's personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani early Wednesday as part of a probe into his dealings in Ukraine.

Federal search warrant executed at Rudy Giuliani's NYC apartment

Published: 04/28/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The search was conducted as part of a criminal probe into Giuliani's dealings in Ukraine, The New York Times reported.

Auto lobby seeks update to federal car safety standards following Tesla crashes

Published: 04/27/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Auto lobby seeks update to federal car safety standards following Tesla crashes

Biden will raise the minimum wage for federal contractors to $15, giving 390,000 workers a pay bump

Published: 04/27/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Currently, the minimum wage for federal workers is $10.95 per hour.

What investors should expect to hear from the Federal Reserve on Wednesday

Published: 04/27/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

This week's Fed meeting could be the last before the central bank sets the stage for how it will roll back its extraordinary easing policies.

Biden raises minimum wage for federal contractors to $15 an hour

Published: 04/27/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

President Joe Biden will issue an executive order to boost pay to $15 an hour for federal contract workers, according to senior White House officials.

Argentine Federal Police arrests two in Tucum�n for planning attack against Jewish community

Published: 04/23/2021 in MercoPress

Two people were arrested Friday in the Argentine province of Tucum�n when they were reportedly planning to commit an undetermined attack against the local Jewish community, hours before the beginning of the Shabbat day of rest, the local La Gaceta newspaper reported.

US launches federal probe into Minneapolis police

Published: 04/21/2021 in BBC News - World

The justice department announces probe into state police practices after George Floyd murder verdict.

Congressional investigation launched into Emergent BioSolutions' federal vaccine contracts

Published: 04/20/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Congressional investigators have requested top executives from Emergent BioSolutions to testify before the Select Subcommittee .

Off the grid: A flood of federal aid often fails to reach America�s poorest families

Published: 04/15/2021 in National

The federal government is in the midst of one of the biggest expansions of the social safety net in U.S. history, committing $5 trillion over the last year. And yet for all its successes, the trillions in aid have often failed to reach the poorest Americans in places like the south end of Peoria where hundreds lost power last fall.

Federal judge killed by hit-and-run driver found with drugs after claiming to be �Harry Potter,� police said

Published: 04/12/2021 in National

Nastasia Andranie Snape, 23, drove onto the sidewalk in Boca Raton, Fla., fatally striking 75-year-old Sandra Feuerstein, a federal judge from New York, police said.

Amid federal probe, Matt Gaetz will speak to conservative women�s group at Trump golf course

Published: 04/07/2021 in National

Gaetz will headline the 'Save America Summit' run by pro-Trump group Women for America First.

Fourth stimulus checks are unlikely. Here's what federal aid could be coming next

Published: 03/31/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

As Washington lawmakers pivot to recovery planning, many Americans hope financial help will keep coming. Here's how the Covid-19 aid could continue.

Tesla whistleblower complaint about solar fires is part of evidence in federal safety investigation

Published: 03/22/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

A former Tesla employee, Steven Henkes, filed a complaint related to risks of solar fires. The CPSC is considering it as evidence.

Peloton CEO says child died in treadmill accident, federal consumer watchdog starts probe

Published: 03/19/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The company's CEO said its fitness equipment is designed for safety, but encouraged people to keep the safety key away from children.

The bond market rebels as it adjusts to the Federal Reserve�s inflation policy

Published: 03/18/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The Fed unwittingly launched a bond market rebellion, sending the key interest rate that influences mortgages and other loans sharply higher.

Huawei Among 5 Chinese Firms Posing "Risk To US Security": Federal Agency

Published: 03/12/2021 in NDTV News - World-news

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on Friday designated five Chinese companies as posing a threat to national security under a 2019 law aimed at protecting U.S. communications networks.

A $15 federal minimum wage is out of the latest stimulus package for now

Published: 02/05/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Senate Democrats on Friday advanced President Biden's $1.9 trillion stimulus package, without a key part that would increase the minimum wage to $15.

Airlines, labor unions push for a third round of federal aid with travel demand still low

Published: 02/04/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Some airlines and labor unions are seeking another $15 billion in federal payroll aid as pandemic continues to strain carriers.

American warns 13,000 employees of furloughs as airlines prepare to lose federal aid next month

Published: 02/03/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

American Airlines warned employees last week that another round of furlough notices could be coming.

These workers could see the biggest pay bump from a $15 federal minimum wage

Published: 02/03/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The U.S. may be closer than ever to a $15 federal minimum wage. Here are the workers who would see the biggest jump in pay.

The Federal Reserve doesn't see risks to market stability, even as concern about bubbles grows

Published: 01/28/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Some market pros see the frenzied short squeezes in Gamestop and other stocks as signs of a bubble brewing.

Federal Reserve leaves interest rates and asset purchases unchanged

Published: 01/27/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The Federal Reserve kept its foot to the floor Wednesday in terms of the help it is providing for an economy that central bank officials say has slowed down.

Federal Reserve leaves interest rates and asset purchases unchanged, sees growth slowing

Published: 01/27/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The central bank kept its foot to the floor in terms of the help it is providing for an economy that central bank officials say has slowed down.

Stellantis agrees to $30 million fine to settle federal corruption probe of Fiat Chrysler

Published: 01/27/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Stellantis, formerly Fiat Chrysler, has agreed to pay $30 million as part of a plea deal to settle a criminal probe into the company and United Auto Workers.

Over 150 Charged With Federal Crimes For January 6 Attack On US Capitol

Published: 01/26/2021 in NDTV News - World-news

More than 150 people have been charged with federal crimes so far over the January 6 rampage at the US Capitol by supporters of then president Donald Trump, the Justice Department said Tuesday.

Federal judge temporarily blocks Biden's deportation moratorium

Published: 01/26/2021 in World - CBSNews.com

The U.S. District Judge Drew Tipton agreed to pause the policy while he considered a lawsuit filed by Texas' Republican attorney general.

CDC director says federal government does not know how much Covid vaccine the U.S. has

Published: 01/24/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The Biden administration aims for 100 million vaccinations within his first 100 days as president.

US Carries Out Last Federal Execution Of Donald Trump Era: Reports

Published: 01/16/2021 in NDTV News - World-news

US authorities carried out the 13th and final federal execution of Donald Trump's presidency Saturday, media reports said, less than a week before the White House is taken over by Democrat Joe Biden,...

Biden calls to raise the federal minimum wage to $15 per hour

Published: 01/14/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

President-elect Joe Biden will call on Congress to raise the federal minimum wage to $15 per hour as part of a $1.9 trillion coronavirus aid package.

US Top Court Clears Way For Execution Of Only Woman On Federal Death Row

Published: 01/13/2021 in NDTV News - World-news

The U.S. Supreme Court has overturned a stay on convicted murderer Lisa Montgomery's execution by the 8th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, clearing the way for application of the death penalty for the...

US Courts Block Execution Of Only Woman On Federal Death Row

Published: 01/12/2021 in NDTV News - World-news

A federal judge in Indiana blocked Tuesday's scheduled execution of convicted murderer Lisa Montgomery, the only woman on federal death row in the United States, to allow a hearing on whether she is...

Indian-American Named To Houston Board Of Dallas Federal Reserve Bank

Published: 01/09/2021 in NDTV News - World-news

Bhavesh V Patel, an Indian-American top executive of a multinational chemical company, has been appointed by the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas to its Houston branch's board of directors.

Federal prosecutor doesn't rule out charging Trump for inciting Capitol riot

Published: 01/07/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Trump had urged supporters at a rally to fight for him, and to march on the Capitol, where Congress was certifying the election of Joe Biden as president.

Federal Reserve releases minutes from December meeting

Published: 01/06/2021 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Trump-appointed federal media agency CEO blasted in letter by Radio Free Europe leaders

Published: 12/30/2020 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Leaders of Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty blasted the Trump-appointed CEO of the U.S. federal media agency.

Trump orders new federal buildings must be 'beautiful'

Published: 12/21/2020 in BBC News - World

An executive order says new federal buildings should be in the Greco-Roman classical style.

Airlines on track to get $15 billion in federal aid, must call back more than 30,000 furloughed workers

Published: 12/20/2020 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Airlines could get $15 billion in additional federal aid under the latest coronavirus stimulus package.

US Federal Reserve warns of 'challenging months'

Published: 12/16/2020 in BBC News - World

Despite optimism over coronavirus vaccine distribution, other economic signals have worsened.

Federal Reserve joins global group focused on fighting climate change

Published: 12/16/2020 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The U.S. central bank said on Tuesday that it is has joined a global network focused partly on developing climate risk management for the financial sector.

Despite recent federal flurry, number of U.S. executions is lowest since 1991

Published: 12/16/2020 in National

The number of states that have outlawed capital punishment is rising, as is the number of prosecutors who say they will not seek it.

Biden's domestic Cabinet picks pledge to use federal powers to aid those struggling during Covid pandemic

Published: 12/11/2020 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

Biden introduced his nominees for secretary of Housing and Urban Development, secretary of Agriculture and secretary of Veterans' Affairs.

Here's everything the Federal Reserve could do at its policy meeting next week

Published: 12/11/2020 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The Federal Reserve heads into its meeting next week in a familiar place, with a teetering economy that could be in further danger.

Joe Biden's son Hunter Biden under federal investigation for tax case

Published: 12/09/2020 in Top News and Analysis (pro)

The probe of Hunter Biden was disclosed five days before Joe Biden is expected to be formally selected as the next president by the Electoral College.