Veterans Affairs to expand IVF coverage to same-sex couples, single veterans:

abcnews.go.com/Politics/va-expand-ivf-policies-include-single-same-sex/story

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Veterans to receive expanded IVF options under new VA policy: Secretary McDonough said "raising a family is a wonderful thing."

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Mar 12

VA to cover IVF for single veterans, same-sex couples after lawsuits: VA announced Monday that in the coming weeks, it would cover IVF costs for qualifying ...

washingtonpost.com/national-security/2024/03/12/va-ivf-same-sex-veterans/

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apnews.com/article/ukraine-funding-war-russia-patriot-missiles-026fc8f9ee064ffb49bbee2422e2908b

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US announces new Patriot missiles for Ukraine as part of new $6 billion aid package

Quick Glance: Billion-Dollar Package for Long-Term Ukraine Weapon Contracts

The United States announced a $6 billion weapons package for Ukraine on Friday, its largest military aid package to date for Kyiv’s forces.

The weapons and equipment will include critical interceptors for Ukraine’s Patriot and NASAM air defense systems, significant amounts of artillery ammunition, air-to-ground munitions, counterdrone weapons, and maintenance and sustainment support.

In addition to previous aid packages, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is seeking additional Patriot batteries to create a shield around Ukrainian cities and defend against further Russian missile attacks.

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Apr 23

Pentagon set to send initial $1 billion in military aid to Ukraine once bill clears Senate and Biden

apnews.com/article/ukraine-russia-pentagon-weapons-congress-54045b0755b1711d0e22beaedf137cab

Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan

President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.

Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.

The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.

Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.

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Apr 24

US announces $1 billion package for Ukraine: The Defense Department announced a $1 billion package for Ukraine shortly after President Biden on Wednesday signed ...

thehill.com/policy/defense/4617823-us-announces-1-billion-package-for-ukraine/

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Apr 24

US secretly sent long-range missiles to Ukraine after months of resistance: The US delivered long-range missiles to Ukraine earlier this month that the Biden ...

cnn.com/2024/04/24/politics/us-secretly-sent-long-range-missiles-to-ukraine/

Quick Glance: USA Provides Ukraine with Long-Range ATACMS Missiles

The USA delivered short-range ATACMS missiles with extended range to Ukraine to protect the country.

The delivery was discreet, part of an aid package to maintain Ukraine's operational security.

The USA previously provided ATACMS missiles with a range of 165 km last year, now supplying missiles with up to 300 km range.

Germany rejects providing the Taurus missile while the USA offers extensive aid to Ukraine.

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Apr 22

Veterans Need More Mental Health Care Providers in Rural Areas, Sen. Tester Says: Citing ProPublica’s reporting on the barriers faced by veterans in crisis, Sen ...

propublica.org/article/veterans-affairs-mental-health-chico-tester-mcdonough

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Apr 18

Australia’s new defense strategy already behind the times: There have been a lot of defense announcements recently about buying new equipment ...

asiatimes.com/2024/04/australias-new-defense-strategy-already-behind-the-times/

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Apr 23

With help of Vancouver Safe Stay, former soldier who had lived in truck heads to complex for veterans

columbian.com/news/2024/apr/23/with-help-of-kiggins-village-safe-stay-staff-in-vancouver-former-soldier-who-had-lived-in-truck-heads-to-complex-for-veterans/

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Apr 18

“Stop Killing Palestinian Children!”: Activists Disrupt Pentagon Chief Lloyd Austin Hearing

democracynow.org/2024/4/18/headlines/stop_killing_palestinian_children_activists_disrupt_pentagon_chief_lloyd_austin_hearing

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Apr 21

What Would $60 Billion in Ukraine War Aid Buy?: What would $60 billion buy? Lots of air-defense missiles and artillery ammunition, according to the Pentagon.

nytimes.com/2024/04/20/us/politics/weapons-aid-ukraine-military.html

Quick Glance: Ukrainian President Thanks US for Weapon Aid

Ukrainian President Zelenskyy thanked U.S. political leaders for approving an aid package for Ukraine, providing the country with a chance at "victory" in its defense against Russia.

The House passed a bill granting Ukraine $60.8 billion in aid, with Zelenskyy urging swift Senate approval to ensure rapid assistance to frontline soldiers.

Zelenskyy emphasized the critical need for long-range weapons and air defense systems to stabilize the situation and regain the initiative in Ukraine.

He addressed rumors of a territorial deal with Russia, emphasizing the importance of a strategy based on concrete democratic measures to end the war.

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Apr 19

How much do we really know about the Trump jury?

politico.com/newsletters/politico-nightly/2024/04/19/how-much-do-we-really-know-about-the-trump-jury-00153458

Quick Glance: Hush Money Trial: Trump's Silent Encounter with Insults

Donald Trump has been forced to listen to potential jurors in his criminal hush money trial in New York openly criticize him.

Transitioning from a life of adulation to facing critics, Trump now experiences a different reality without the control he's accustomed to.

Previously shielded from critique, Trump now faces a trial with potential felony convictions and will have to endure listening to more criticism.

Potential jurors exhibited a range of opinions towards Trump, from admiration for his business acumen to open criticism of his persona and rhetoric.

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Ukraine war latest: US announces additional $6 billion in weapons for Ukraine: Key developments on April 26: * US to allocate additional $6 billion in military ...

kyivindependent.com/ukraine-war-latest-april-26/

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Apr 25

US military begins construction on humanitarian aid pier off Gaza: A mortar attack near the planned marshaling area for offloading aid on Thursday will "in ...

al-monitor.com/originals/2024/04/us-military-begins-construction-humanitarian-aid-pier-gaza

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Apr 17

Report Sounds Alarm Over Growing Role of Big Tech in US Military-Industrial Complex

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Apr 24

U.S. unveils $1 billion Ukraine weapons package: Resupply of artillery ammunition, armored vehicles and air-defense missiles comes after Congress ...

washingtonpost.com/national-security/2024/04/24/biden-us-weapons-ukraine/

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Apr 17

Trump could have helped response to Jan. 6 riot — but didn’t — per new testimony: Two senior leaders of the D.C. guard at the time of the Capitol attack painted ...

politico.com/news/2024/04/17/trump-jan-6-capitol-riot-national-guard-00152757

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Apr 18

Senators blast Biden administration’s staffing plans for veterans’ health care: The top two senators on the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs called the ...

cnn.com/2024/04/18/politics/senators-va-healthcare-staffing-invs/

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Apr 20

US troops set to withdraw from Niger, State Department official says: US Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell met with Niger’s Prime Minister Ali Lamine Zeine ...

cnn.com/2024/04/19/politics/us-troops-to-withdraw-from-niger/

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Apr 16

Supreme Court gives some military veterans more generous educational benefits: The Supreme Court has sided with a decorated veteran of the wars in Afghanistan ...

apnews.com/article/supreme-court-veterans-benefits-education-4b0557d68ef749372ce2fc6752d4c274

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State Department reviewing plans to sanction IDF unit: Secretary of State Antony Blinken has been under extensive pressure from the Israeli government ...

axios.com/2024/04/26/state-department-reviewing-plans-sanction-idf-unit

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Apr 17

US defense chief speaks with Chinese counterpart, Pentagon says

reuters.com/world/us/us-defense-chief-speaks-with-chinese-counterpart-pentagon-says-2024-04-16/

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Ukraine holds its breath as US set to approve $60bn of military aid: The Ukraine aid bill, passed in the United States’ House of Representatives on ...

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Quick Glance: State Customs Service: Polish Protesters Cease Border Blockade

The blockade by Polish protesters at the Yahodyn-Dorohusk border crossing on the Polish-Ukrainian border was lifted by Ukraine's State Customs Service on April 22.

Traffic flow in both directions was restored as of 1:40 p.m.

As per Valentyna Chernysh, a representative of the customs office in Volyn Oblast, there were 400 trucks queued on the Polish side of the border, with an additional 140 in a digital queue.

Despite a reduction in border blockades, the State Customs Service indicated on April 17 that Polish protesters intended to block the Korczowa-Krakovets border crossing for a two-day period.

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Apr 21

China-Russia-Iran Axis Is Bad News for Trump and GOP Isolationists: To understand what is at stake in the fight against the axis of China, Russia and Iran ...

bloomberg.com/opinion/articles/2024-04-21/china-russia-iran-axis-is-bad-news-for-trump-and-gop-isolationists

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UPI

upi.com/Top_News/US/2024/04/25/new-Pentagon-military-package-Ukraine/6981714030340/

Apr 25

Following months of delays, U.S. unveils $1B military package for Ukraine - UPI.com

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Apr 20

US State Dept expects to finalize AUKUS trade exemptions in next 120 days: The U.S. State Department said on Friday it expects to finalize trade exemptions for ...

reuters.com/world/us-state-dept-fully-expects-finalize-new-aukus-trade-exemptions-next-120-days-2024-04-19/

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Apr 18

China's newest aircraft carrier seen with mock-ups of aircraft: images: Images show the aircraft carrier Fujian hosting mock-ups of various aircraft ...

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Apr 23

Pentagon Preparing Package for Ukraine, Promising Armor, Artillery and Air Defenses ASAP

kyivpost.com/post/31547

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Apr 16

How Biden could help Ukraine with arms without Congress: Over six months of deadlock in the US Congress, passing new aid legislation for Ukraine ...

eurointegration.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/16/7183868/

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Apr 09

Defense Sec. Austin says U.S. doesn't have "any evidence" of Israel committing genocide in Gaza

axios.com/2024/04/09/israel-genocide-gaza-us-austin-palestinians

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Apr 16

Transgender veterans file second lawsuit against VA over gender-affirming surgery coverage

thehill.com/homenews/lgbtq/4595577-transgender-veterans-file-second-lawsuit-against-va-over-gender-affirming-surgery-coverage/

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Apr 18

US Lawmakers Urge Pentagon to Ban Vehicles With Chinese Auto Tech: US lawmakers urged the Pentagon to bar Internet-connected vehicles with Chinese technology ...

bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-04-18/chinese-auto-tech-should-be-banned-at-us-bases-lawmakers-say

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businessinsider.com/us-army-botched-1-billion-upgrade-of-stryker-armored-gun-2024-4

Apr 18

US Army botched $1 billion upgrade of the Stryker armored vehicle's gun : Fearing its Stryker armored vehicles risked being outgunned, the US Army rushed to arm ...

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Apr 21

Pentagon chief says Ukraine aid package contributes to US security: US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin has welcomed the House of Representatives adoption of a ...

pravda.com.ua/eng/news/2024/04/21/7452211/

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Apr 24

Pentagon officially announces rumored $1 bn military aid for Ukraine - Euromaidan Press

euromaidanpress.com/2024/04/24/pentagon-officially-announces-rumored-1-bn-military-aid-for-ukraine/

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Apr 17

Defying Niger exit order leaves U.S. troops vulnerable, whistleblower says: A U.S. Air Force leader in Niger made a whistleblower complaint to Congress raising ...

washingtonpost.com/national-security/2024/04/17/niger-air-force-whistleblower/

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PBS

pbs.org/newshour/politics/watch-live-pentagon-holds-news-briefing-as-ukraine-aid-again-considered-in-congress

Apr 18

WATCH LIVE: Pentagon holds news briefing as Ukraine aid again considered in Congress

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PBS

pbs.org/newshour/nation/the-va-has-vowed-to-fix-how-veterans-receive-disability-benefits-for-this-burn-pit-injury-critics-say-its-taking-too-long

Apr 09

The VA has vowed to fix how veterans receive disability benefits for this burn pit injury. Critics say it’s taking too long

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Apr 18

Why Asian Allies Are Wary of the U.S. Election—and Why Experts Say They Don’t Need to Be

time.com/6968434/indo-pacific-security-alliances-us-presidential-election-trump-biden-asia/

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businessinsider.com/half-of-iran-missiles-fired-israel-failed-reports-2024-4

Apr 15

Half of Iran missiles fired at Israel malfunctioned, crashed: reports: Around 50% of Iran's 120 ballistic missiles failed to launch or crashed in flight ...

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Apr 17

'5,000 lives in one shell': Gaza's IVF embryos destroyed by Israeli strike: When an Israeli shell struck Gaza's largest fertility clinic in December ...

reuters.com/world/middle-east/5000-lives-one-shell-gazas-ivf-embryos-destroyed-by-israeli-strike-2024-04-17/

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Apr 11

What Did Your Taxes Fund in 2023?: Hint: They enriched Pentagon contractors at the expense of better healthcare, education, clean air and water ...

otherwords.org/last-year-you-spent-more-than-a-months-rent-on-pentagon-contractors/

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Apr 23

Over 4,000 IVF embryos destroyed in 1 shelling at Gaza's largest fertility center, director says

abcnews.go.com/International/4000-ivf-embryos-destroyed-1-shelling-gazas-largest/story

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Apr 17

US to impose new sanctions targeting Iran's missile and drone program: The new sanctions and other measures will "continue a steady drumbeat of ...

jpost.com/international/article-797500

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Apr 15

Israel-Gaza live updates: We 'defeated' Iran, Biden says: Six months after Hamas terrorists invaded Israel on Oct. 7, the Israeli military continues its ...

abcnews.go.com/International/live-updates/israel-gaza-hamas-war/iran-did-not-give-us-heads-up-on-israel-attack-pentagon-109262402

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Apr 19

"Within days" - Pentagon set to quickly send Ukraine arms after US Congress approval - Euromaidan Press

euromaidanpress.com/2024/04/19/within-days-pentagon-set-to-quickly-send-ukraine-arms-after-us-congress-approval/

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Apr 08

Read Trump abortion statement: Former President Trump released a video Monday on Truth Social outlining his position on abortion, a divisive issue that is ...

thehill.com/homenews/campaign/4580775-read-trump-abortion-statement/

Quick Glance: Arizona Republicans Block Efforts to Repeal 1864 Abortion Ban

Democratic bills to repeal a 160-year-old abortion ban were blocked in the Legislature.

Arizona's highest court decision upholding a 1864 abortion ban caused chaos and confusion.

Democrats aimed to repeal the ban to protect women's health, facing hurdles in the Republican-controlled legislature.

The uncertainty loomed over whether Republican leaders would allow immediate action on repealing the ban, despite pressure from Democrats and some Republicans.

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US Navy to receive 16 Coyote missiles from Northrop Grumman: The U.S. Department of Defense announced it has reached an agreement with defense giant Northrop ...

defence-blog.com/us-navy-to-receive-16-coyote-missiles-from-northrop-grumman/

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Apr 11

Pentagon can’t force Starlink to block service to Russians, US official says: US is “taking steps” and “working through” the problem with SpaceX and Ukraine ...

defenseone.com/threats/2024/04/pentagon-cant-force-starlink-axe-service-russians-us-official-says/395637/

Quick Glance: Starlink in Russia: Musk's Technology in Warfare

Elon Musk expresses concern over Starlink's use in Russia's war.

Russia employs Starlink for military purposes contrary to its original intent.

Illicit networks smuggle banned Starlink terminals into Russia.

Starlink aids Russia in overcoming communication issues and controlling drones.

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Apr 12

Top US military officer visits Israel amid fears of Iranian attack: U.S. Central Command head Gen. Erik Kurilla is in Israel to speak with officials as fear ...

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Richmond Times-Dispatch

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Apr 19

U.S. Supreme Court sides in Richmond veteran in GI benefits case: The U.S. Supreme Court ruled in favor of a Richmond man who wants to use his earned GI Bill ...

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Apr 25

National hero left ‘a shell of a man’: After three tours of duty in the Middle East with the Australian Air Force, Jimmy Anderson returned home a different man.

news.com.au/lifestyle/health/mental-health/as-australia-marks-anzac-day-the-plight-of-our-forgotten-and-discarded-heroes-exposes-a-deep-national-shame/news-story/a9f1a56b3f194ea69b158cc1a8ed0e0c

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Apr 18

🔊 An Israeli strike on Gaza's largest IVF clinic destroyed more than 4,000 frozen embryos and killed the dreams of Gazan families ...

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businessinsider.com/us-israel-exoatmospheric-missile-kill-capability-iran-attack-challenging-intercept-2024-4

Apr 17

US and Israel can kill missiles in space, but it's a tough shot: There's video from the attack showing what is thought to be an exo-atmospheric kill ...

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Apr 10

Senior U.S. general to visit Israel to coordinate on Iran attack threat: The senior U.S. military commander in charge of the Middle East is expected to visit ...

axios.com/2024/04/10/israel-us-iran-defense-coordination-threats

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Apr 13

Former ambassador sentenced to 15 years in prison for decades-long spying of US government for Cuba

nypost.com/2024/04/12/us-news/former-us-ambassador-sentenced-to-15-years-in-prison-for-spying-for-communist-cuba/

Quick Glance: Former US Ambassador Sentenced for Spying for Cuba

Former US ambassador Manuel Rocha was sentenced to 15 years in prison after admitting to working as a secret agent for Cuba for decades.

Rocha accepted the penalty and paid a $500,000 fine after pleading guilty to acting on behalf of a foreign government.

The swift criminal case avoided a trial that would have revealed the extent of Rocha's assistance to Cuba while working for the US State Department for twenty years.

The sophistication of Cuban intelligence services was highlighted as Rocha's double-crossing went undetected for years, demonstrating his secret meetings with Cuban operatives and provision of false information to US officials.

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Apr 21

This Multiple Sclerosis Breakthrough Could Lead to More Advances: A new blood test reveals signs of the disease years before symptoms occur ...

bloomberg.com/opinion/articles/2024-04-20/this-multiple-sclerosis-breakthrough-could-lead-to-more-advances

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Apr 19

Ukraine weapons package ‘ready to go’ once aid bill clears Congress: It will take less than a week, U.S. officials say, for a resupply of some weapons to reach ...

washingtonpost.com/national-security/2024/04/19/ukraine-us-weapons-house-aid-bill/

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Apr 09

What causes nosebleeds? And why some people get them more than others.: Nosebleeds can be the result of someone blowing their nose too hard or because an ...

usatoday.com/story/life/health-wellness/2024/04/09/what-causes-nosebleeds/73053814007/

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Zelenskyy names vital priorities for Ukraine's success at the Ramstein meeting - Euromaidan Press

euromaidanpress.com/2024/04/26/zelenskyy-names-vital-priorities-for-ukraines-success-at-the-ramstein-meeting/

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Apr 19

Katie Price, 45, is 'having pregnancy symptoms' as she wants 6th baby: Mum-of-five Katie Price has been experiencing bizarre symptoms similar to pregnancy ...

metro.co.uk/2024/04/19/katie-price-45-having-pregnancy-symptoms-wants-6th-baby-20680032/

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Apr 22

IVF ruined my life — I sold my home and spent $165K on 6 rounds of mishaps and miscarriages

nypost.com/2024/04/21/lifestyle/ivf-ruined-my-life-i-sold-my-home-and-spent-165k-on-6-rounds-of-mishaps-and-miscarriages/

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NPR

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The VA has its fix for a home loan debacle, but many vets who got hurt won't get help

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Apr 22

Michigan takes foster kids' federal benefit money and reimburses itself for their care

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Apr 07

How AI risks creating a ‘black box’ at the heart of US legal system: Artificial intelligence (AI) is playing an expanding — and often invisible — role in ...

thehill.com/business/personal-finance/4571982-ai-black-box-legal-system/

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Apr 18

'5,000 lives in one shell': Israel destroys Gaza's IVF embryos in strike

trtworld.com/middle-east/5000-lives-in-one-shell-israel-destroys-gazas-ivf-embryos-in-strike-17822038

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Apr 11

US national debt interest exceeds defense spending: CBO: Federal spending on servicing the national debt has eclipsed military spending in fiscal year 2024 ...

foxbusiness.com/politics/us-national-debt-interest-exceeds-defense-spending-cbo

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Apr 11

A drone factory in Utah is at the epicenter of anti-China fervor: U.S. drone makers are hoping to break China’s hold on the U.S. market.

washingtonpost.com/technology/2024/04/11/drones-china-us-manufacturing/

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Apr 23

Biden Administration Issues Rule Protecting Privacy of Reproductive Healthcare: The Biden administration on Monday issued a new rule protecting the privacy of ...

democracynow.org/2024/4/23/headlines/biden_administration_issues_rule_protecting_privacy_of_reproductive_healthcare

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businessinsider.com/us-navy-grappling-with-another-ford-class-supercarrier-delay-2024-4

Apr 09

US Navy grappling with another Ford-class supercarrier delay: Navy officials blamed USS Enterprise's extended delays on supply chain issues and lingering ...

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Apr 20

Couples allege IVF provider destroyed their embryos in toxic solution: Lawsuit: The embryos were meant to be put in a sterile solution.

abcnews.go.com/US/couples-allege-ivf-provider-destroyed-embryos-toxic-solution/story

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businessinsider.com/us-drones-glitching-getting-lost-in-ukraine-picking-chinese-ones-2024-4

Apr 11

US drones glitching, getting lost in Ukraine, which picks Chinese ones: Both sides are developing new drones and employing unmanned systems in ways that ...

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Daily Mirror

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Apr 20

'I've spent £132k on IVF and still don't have a baby - it's ruined my life': Katie Abdou, from Plymouth County, Massachusetts, sold her house and moved back with ...

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Apr 24

IVF clinic transferred ruined embryos to patients, lawsuits claim: The California fertility clinic realized something had gone wrong after none of the patients ...

washingtonpost.com/nation/2024/04/24/ivf-clinic-destroyed-embryos-lawsuit/

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A Chinese firm is America’s favourite drone maker – except in Washington: Congress is weighing legislation that could kill much of DJI’s commercial business in ...

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WTVF

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Fertility clinic steps up to help patients after suddenly closing of another Nashville clinic

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Apr 25

Pentagon’s Top Tester to Abstain From Assessing Lockheed Weapons: The Pentagon’s top weapons tester recused himself from from decisions or program evaluations ...

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Apr 26

Gravitas: Pentagon’s Multibillion-dollar bet on AI | DoD spends billions on Silicon Valley startups

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