US Launches Online Passport Renewal Service

Americans can now renew their passports online, the State Department announced Wednesday. Assistant Secretary of State for Consular Affairs Rena Bitter said the service allows applicants to upload a photo and complete the entire process online, eliminating the need for in-person visits or mailing documents. Available 24/7, the service is currently limited to adults renewing […]

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FDA Approves First New Schizophrenia Drug in Decades

On Sept. 26, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Cobenfy, the first new treatment for schizophrenia in nearly 30 years. Developed by Karuna Therapeutics, later acquired by Bristol Myers Squibb, Cobenfy targets the cholinergic system through muscarinic receptors, unlike existing drugs that focus on dopamine. This novel approach is generating excitement among doctors

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Fifth time’s a charm as former defense minister finally wins Japan ruling party leadership contest and will become country’s next leader

Previous protection serves Shigeru Ishiba, who will turn into Japan’s new state head after winning his party’s administration challenge on Friday, following a packed race that finished in an overflow vote. The 67-year-old assumes command over the long-administering, outrage-tormented Liberal Leftist Alliance (LDP). It will accept the order of the world’s fourth-biggest economy once parliament

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Kamala Harris Faces Challenges Despite Polling Gains

Recent reports might suggest that Kamala Harris is solidifying her lead over Donald Trump, buoyed by a significant rise in favorability—up nearly 20 points since January and 10 points since Democrats’ summer struggles. Her performance in key battleground states also reflects an improvement over Joe Biden’s numbers before she became the Democratic nominee. However, with

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What to Know About the Police Incident Involving Miami Dolphins’ Tyreek Hill

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill was involved in a police incident outside the team’s stadium on Sunday morning before their season opener. Hill was handcuffed and placed face down on the street after being stopped for speeding and reckless driving. The incident, which left Hill confused, led to a police officer being placed on

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Harris and Trump to Face Off in High-Stakes Debate

On Tuesday at 9 p.m. in Philadelphia, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump will meet on the debate stage for the first time, in an event poised to be pivotal for both candidates. With polls indicating a statistical tie, the debate could shape the direction of the race. For Harris, the 90-minute

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Harris and Trump Prepare for Tuesday’s Debate in Contrasting Ways

As the debate on Tuesday approaches, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are preparing in sharply different ways, reflecting their distinct political styles and visions for the country. Vice President Harris has retreated to a historic Pittsburgh hotel to focus on perfecting her debate responses, adhering to the two-minute format. Working with her team since Thursday,

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Fact-Checking the Viral ‘Walz’s for Trump’ Photo

A viral photo showing people in “Nebraska Walz’s for Trump” T-shirts has sparked confusion, but the individuals in the image are confirmed to be distant cousins of Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Walz, according to a family spokesperson. The image, featuring eight smiling people wearing navy pro-Trump shirts beneath a “Trump 2024 — Take America

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