D.C. Proposes $6 Million Fee for Robotaxis Amid Union Opposition
The Autonomous Vehicle Deployment Authorization Amendment Act aims to legalize commercial autonomous vehicles in Washington, D.C., but labor unions voice concerns over its impact.
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The Autonomous Vehicle Deployment Authorization Amendment Act aims to legalize commercial autonomous vehicles in Washington, D.C., but labor unions voice concerns over its impact.
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Despite decades of fear-driven narratives, a new nuclear reactor has been approved in the U.S. for the first time in 10 years, sparking debate over nuclear power's future.
Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 7:01 PMworld
A dispute over a new chicken restaurant in Saint-Ouen highlights broader issues of eating habits, urban development, and social inequality in France ahead of the 2027 presidential elections.
France 24 English | Jul 15, 2026, 6:56 PMworld
Diplomatic discussions in Rome focused on Israel’s withdrawal from designated 'pilot zones' in southern Lebanon, marking progress amid ongoing conflict.
Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 6:54 PMpolitics
FCC Chair Brendan Carr indicated that California could withdraw its joint lawsuit challenging Paramount Skydance’s acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery if CNN is separated as an independent media entity.
The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 6:22 PMgeneral
New policy mandates annual testosterone level tests for troops aged 30 and older, with options for replacement therapy if diagnosed with deficiency.
ABC Top Stories | Jul 15, 2026, 6:18 PMpolitics
President Ursula von der Leyen announces plans for an age-verification scheme to restrict minors' access to social media, while a notable U.S. lawsuit involving author Neil Gaiman emerges.
Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 5:57 PMpolitics
A coalition of state attorneys general challenges the largest Hollywood merger in history, citing harm to competition and the entertainment industry.
Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 5:56 PMpolitics
During a Senate confirmation hearing, Sen. Bill Cassidy criticized Sean Kaufman, President Trump’s nominee to lead the Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response, for spreading misleading information about the hepatitis B vaccine.
The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 5:43 PMpolitics
At a Senate Banking Committee hearing, Warren pressed Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh regarding his handling of an investigation into a top Fed official’s private dinner with Wall Street bankers.
The Hill | Jul 15, 2026, 4:39 PMus
A new Economic Policy Institute report reveals that increasing union density to mid-20th century levels would raise median wages by 14.5%, narrow racial pay gaps, and reverse a third of inequality growth since 1979.
Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 3:45 PMus
Donald Trump’s nominee Todd Blanche testifies amid scrutiny over career prosecutor purges, Epstein files, and controversial charges.
Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 3:40 PMworld
European cloud trade associations call on EU regulators to suspend certain practices of U.S. chipmaker Broadcom amid concerns over VMware licensing changes.
CNA Latest News | Jul 15, 2026, 3:32 PMworld
A lawsuit argues that sanctions imposed on the International Criminal Court and Palestinian rights groups violate constitutional protections and federal law.
Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 3:24 PMgeneral
Todd Blanche appears before the Senate for confirmation amid Immigration and Customs Enforcement's decision to halt most traffic stops following recent deadly shootings.
NPR News | Jul 15, 2026, 2:46 PMus
Rev Al Sharpton and Martin Luther King III lead coalition responding to recent court rulings weakening voting protections.
Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 2:43 PMworld
The US military targeted Iranian defense and missile sites on Greater Tunb Island, escalating conflict in the Strait of Hormuz and causing significant casualties.
ABC Australia News | Jul 15, 2026, 2:16 PMpolitics
The Department of Health and Human Services plans to promote appropriate prescribing of antidepressants, sparking debate over access and clinical guidance.
Reason | Jul 15, 2026, 2:14 PMworld
As the US resumes military strikes on Iran, concerns grow over the depletion of its weapons inventory and delays in munitions production.
Al Jazeera | Jul 15, 2026, 1:49 PMpolitics
A National Review analysis suggests that setting a durable immigration policy could improve Republican chances in the 2026 midterm elections.
National Review | Jul 15, 2026, 1:10 PMus
Former President Joe Biden will publish a memoir covering his presidency, including his economic policies and decision to forgo a second term, scheduled for release shortly after the 2026 midterm elections.
Guardian US | Jul 15, 2026, 1:04 PMworld
Indonesia's economic growth ambitions and rising fiscal pressures have unsettled investors, leading to significant capital outflows and market declines.
Deutsche Welle | Jul 15, 2026, 11:58 AMpolitics
After a delay caused by President Trump’s request, Jay Clayton, nominee for Director of National Intelligence, is scheduled to appear before the Senate Intelligence Committee on July 15, 2026.
CBS Politics | Jul 15, 2026, 11:03 AMpolitics
The Department of Justice has subpoenaed four New York Times journalists over their reporting on security issues related to the Qatari-gifted Air Force One jet, marking a new phase in President Trump's ongoing conflict with the outlet.
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