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Politics

Noncitizen Voting: the Fiction and Facts

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Politics

Noncitizen Voting: the Fiction and Facts

GOP lawmakers have signaled their intention to elevate the issue ahead of the November election, despite scant evidence that it has ever been a problem before.

Aneeta Mathur-Ashton

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National News

Biden vs. the Border

Facing an election year crucible on immigration, Biden’s posture as president hasn’t always matched his messaging as a candidate.

Elliott Davis Jr.

travel

Adventure Awaits: Plan Your Next Vacation

Culture Trip, a service of U.S. News, delivers immersive small group adventures and travel guides curated for the conscious traveler. Let us help you find the best trip for you.

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At Least 15 Dead as Severe Weather Sweeps Across Multiple States

Powerful storms have killed at least 15 people and left a wide trail of destruction across Texas, Oklahoma and Arkansas.

Associated Press

Trump Booed and Heckled at Libertarian Convention

Presidential candidate Donald Trump was booed and heckled by many in a raucous audience at the Libertarian National Convention on Saturday night, a marked change from the adulation he receives at rallies from his fervently loyal supporters.

Reuters

Opinion: What Would Plato Say About Alito’s…

CDC Wary of Greater Bird Flu Threat

Consumers See Worsening Job Market

Trump 'Reich' Repost Falls in Line

Fed: We’re Worried About Inflation, Too

Rankings & Advice

14 Best Mattresses Tested By Our Experts

We researched and analyzed hundreds of mattresses, and then surveyed 4,500 consumers who had bought these top-tier beds.

Haniya Rae

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Best Picnic Foods That Won't Spoil

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National News

Quiz: Who Said What in Trump’s Trial?

Former President Donald Trump’s hush money trial made headlines for its salacious testimony and terse exchanges. Can you guess who said what in the courtroom?

U.S. News StaffMay 24, 2024

National News

Takeaways From the NCAA’s Settlement

Under a historic settlement, the NCAA and the five major college sports conferences could pay athletes directly. What comes next?

Laura MannweilerMay 24, 2024

college admissions

How College Admissions Officers Make Decisions

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Best States

States With the Highest Gas Prices

California has the most expensive gas in the nation, while Mississippi has the cheapest.

Julia Haines, Elliott Davis Jr. and Chris GilliganMay 24, 2024

Car Advice

Best SUVs Under $40K

SUVs are a versatile and popular vehicle choice. Here are more than 40 SUVs that you can buy for under $40,000.

John M. Vincent, Caroline Anschutz, Warren Clarke and Cody TrotterMay 17, 2024

Credit Card News & Advice

Visa to Change How People Use Cards

New innovations mean major changes ahead for Visa credit and debit cards.

Dawn Papandrea, Colin Hogan and Whitney Blair WyckoffMay 23, 2024

Investing

7 Best Long-Term Stocks to Buy

Rather than time the market, most investors should buy quality stocks and hold them for the long run.

Glenn Fydenkevez and Aaron DavisMay 24, 2024

Investing

Bill Gates Portfolio: 7 Best Stocks

The top-heavy Gates portfolio continues to rack up gains by leaning on tech giants and industrial stalwarts.

Brian O'Connell and Rachel McVearryMay 22, 2024

Governance

States, Countries

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Photo Galleries

American soldiers remove some of the paintings that were found among the loot the Germans had gathered in Neuschwanstein Castle, at Fussen, Austria, near the Swiss frontier, May 22, 1945. The castle was captured by units of the U.S. 7th Army. The paintings were the Weissman collection, and a portrait of a lady marked “Rothchild collection 16th described (left to right) as being: a picture of a “Cat and Mirror,” Brouver, belonging to century,” but otherwise unidentified. (AP Photo)

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Best Term Life Insurance

We researched and compared several key factors, such as price, policies, standard cover, add-on cover, the application process, the company’s financial strength and customer satisfaction.

Alexandra WilsonMarch 7, 2024