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Biden tells Republicans: ‘Don’t get in the way’ of infrastructure plan
Republicans have rejected President Biden’s proposed corporate tax increase to pay for new investments, and instead want to shift unspent COVID-19 relief dollars to help cover the costs.
Woman in racist Central Park confrontation with birdwatcher sues over firing
In her lawsuit, Amy Cooper accuses her former employer of not doing an investigation before her termination because of her race and gender.
U.S. pipelines ordered to increase cyber defenses after hack
Pipeline companies, which until now operated under voluntary guidelines, could face financial penalties if they fail to comply with the Biden administration security directive.
Physician warns Tokyo Olympics could spread variants
Fans from abroad will be banned but 15,000 athletes and tens of thousands of officials and members of the media from 200 countries and territories will attend.
Exxon Mobil board members lose seats in climate fight
Shareholders vote to replace at least two directors with people who are seen as better suited to handle the challenges of climate change.
U.S. bishops to debate which Catholics are worthy of receiving Communion
Some conservative bishops believe that President Biden and other Catholic politicians who support abortion rights should not receive the sacrament.
Royal Caribbean gets first CDC go-ahead for test cruises in late June
The cruise company will be able to conduct simulated cruises with volunteer passengers in late June.
John W. Warner, former U.S. senator and military expert, dies at 94
The Republican from Virginia also served as Navy secretary and was once married to actress Elizabeth Taylor.
A new reason to swipe right? Dating apps adding vax badges
Apps like Hinge, Tinder, Match and Bumble are offering special incentives to people who roll up their sleeves.