Washington Wizards News
House GOP produces wide-ranging health care bill they plan to vote on next week
House Republicans finalized a bill on Friday that Speaker Mike Johnson said will provide "clear, responsible alternatives" to Obamacare.
Source: Washington Times
Court pauses Judge Boasberg's criminal contempt pursuit of Trump officials
A federal appeals court put on hold Judge James Boasberg's plans to hold hearings next week to see if he should hold Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem in criminal contempt, with the judges…
Source: Washington Times
Rabies kills recipient of kidney transplant from donor infected by rabid skunk
A Michigan man died of rabies in January after receiving a kidney transplant from someone infected with the disease.
Source: Washington Times
A new federal report scrutinizes Puerto Rico's tax incentives luring wealthy Americans
Puerto Rico tax incentives that have lured thousands of rich Americans to the U.S. territory for over a decade are under scrutiny after federal legislators released a new report on Friday by the U.S.…
Source: Washington Times
New Orleans jail escapee who evaded capture for months gets life sentence for double murder
The last inmate caught after an audacious New Orleans jailbreak was sentenced Friday to two life sentences over a 2018 double murder, with the Louisiana judge rebuking him for the disruption caused by…
Source: Washington Times
Humanoid robots take center stage at Silicon Valley summit, but skepticism remains
Robots have long been seen as a bad bet for Silicon Valley investors - too complicated, capital-intensive and "boring, honestly," says venture capitalist Modar Alaoui.
Source: Washington Times
Critically wounded National Guard member being moved to in-patient rehabilitation
A West Virginia National Guard member who was shot last month in the nation's capital is being transitioned from hospital acute care to in-patient rehabilitation, a doctor said Friday.
Source: Washington Times
Army sergeant to face court-martial in Georgia base shooting that wounded 5
A U.S. Army soldier accused of shooting five people at a Georgia base in August will stand trial in a military court on charges including attempting murder, Army prosecutors said Friday.
Source: Washington Times
Officials warn of fruit-flavored cocaine being sold in Arizona
An Arizona man has been sentenced to 21 months in prison and fines for selling cocaine in various fruit flavors.
Source: Washington Times
Entertaining is easy with mini everything
Since holiday party planning feels daunting when guests bring different tastes and expectations to the table, a growing mini food trend offers a simple solution that gives everyone a chance to enjoy…
Source: Washington Times
Illinois becomes 12th state to provide medical aid in dying for the terminally ill
Illinois residents with terminal illnesses may choose to end their lives on their own terms under a law Gov. JB Pritzker signed Friday.
Source: Washington Times
King Charles III speaks about his cancer treatment, recovery on TV show promoting early screening
King Charles III said Friday that his cancer treatment will be reduced in the new year because of early diagnosis, effective intervention and adherence to doctor's orders.
Source: Washington Times
South Africa eases affirmative action regulations on Starlink and others that Musk said were racist
South Africa's communications minister ordered a policy change Friday that allows Elon Musk's Starlink and other foreign-owned satellite internet providers to operate in the country without selling…
Source: Washington Times
The 'world is not ready' for AI cybersecurity risks, Booz Allen CEO warns
Letting China pull ahead of the U.S. in the race for dominance over artificial intelligence could dramatically threaten the U.S. economy and national security.
Source: Washington Times
School painted over Kirk tribute but held emergency meeting to save 'Black Lives Matter' message
A North Carolina student is suing her school district after officials censored her tribute to Charlie Kirk -- a conservative activist known for defending free speech until his assassination in…
Source: Washington Times
Waymo recalls 3,067 robotaxis after school bus safety issues
Autonomous vehicle company Waymo recalled 3,067 of its robotaxis following a federal probe into incidents where its cars went around stopped school buses.
Source: Washington Times
Alex Sarr may have found a fresh surge of motivation thanks to ESPN
Alex Sarr may have found another piece of motivation to use to his advantage.
Source: Wiz of Awes
The Wizards trade rumors just took a surprising turn toward a former All-Star
Recent reports suggest the Wizards may be gearing up towards a blockbuster trade.
Source: Wiz of Awes
Seized oil tanker was hiding its location to evade sanctions, law enforcement
The oil tanker seized by U.S. troops off the coast of Venezuela evaded sanctions by falsifying and concealing its locations, according to publicly available satellite imagery and tracking data.
Source: Washington Times
Syrian supporters cheer after repeal of Assad-era sanctions through NDAA
Syria is one step closer to sanctions relief this week after the U.S. House passed the National Defense Authorization Act with a provision to repeal the Assad-era Caesar Act, and advocates are…
Source: Washington Times
