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GAO finds Fiscal Service debt schedules fairly presented
The Government Accountability Office said Fiscal Service maintained effective internal control and reported no reportable noncompliance in its fiscal year 2026 debt…
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PoliticsMedicare and Medicaid enrollees generally had opioid reversal medication coverage
GAO found that all Part D enrollees had some naloxone coverage in 2025 and all Medicaid enrollees did in 2024, while nalmefene coverage was less common.
PoliticsGAO found little transparency on USDA reorganization analysis
The agency said USDA did not respond to requests for information on the analyses that informed its 2025 reorganization plan.
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All 475GAO says State should improve notification of notwithstanding authorities
A review found gaps in State Department reports to Congress about using legal authorities for democracy assistance.
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All 605U.S. goods and services deficit decreased in September
The Bureau of Economic Analysis reported a September deficit of $105.0 billion, with exports of $321.5 billion and imports of $426.6 billion.
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All 588NASA opens applications for next astronaut class
U.S. citizens must apply by 11:59 p.m. EST Thursday, Dec. 3, and NASA expects to make its final selection in late 2027.
Astronaut photographs the San Juan River at Goosenecks State Park
NASA said an astronaut aboard the International Space Station captured the river’s entrenched meanders in southern Utah on October 6, 2026.
NASA astronauts to answer Florida students’ questions
Jessica Watkins and Luke Delaney will answer prerecorded STEM questions from aboard the International Space Station.
Hubble data point to M30's possible capture by the Milky Way
NASA says M30 and many other globular clusters orbit opposite the Milky Way's spin, suggesting the galaxy may have captured them.
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French Open: The Athlete Who Once Struggled to Afford Paris is One Match Away from Making History
MLB and RISE Collaborate to Expand Baseball’s Presence in India
PSG ties with Bayern Munich to advance to the Champions League final, preparing for a showdown with Arsenal in Budapest.
Thankful for Sanju’s Presence: Ruturaj Attributes CSK’s Revival to World Cup Star
Cheteshwar Pujara Supports White-Ball Cricket; Calls for Non-IPL Players to Be Recognized for Test Selection Based on Domestic Performance
The former Indian batter emphasized that although he encourages young players to aim to become all-format cricketers, white-ball specialists are not required to acquire…
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Breaking: Foreign travel costs could rise as government considers new fees in response to West Asia crisis.
Sources indicate that high-level government discussions are currently focused on implementing a cess, tax, or surcharge on outbound foreign travel. However, a definitive…
2026 FIFA World Cup Tourism Projections Dim as Hotel Reservations Fall Short
FIFA has projected a significant economic boost from the tournament, with a FIFA‑commissioned socio‑economic impact study estimating that the event could contribute as…
Mumbai Airport to be Shut for Six Hours on May 7: Everything You Should Know
In a statement to passengers, airport authorities mentioned: “On 07 May 2026, CSMIA Mumbai will experience a scheduled closure of both runways for six hours, from 11:00…
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Patent backlog cuts could raise examiner attrition and examination risks
GAO said faster reviews, less training and AI search tools could undermine patent examination quality.
TechNASA Inspiration Tour connects students with space research
NASA said the tour highlighted student projects, agency programs and opportunities for future aerospace explorers.
TechNASA describes Cyprus geology, wildlife and changing salt lake
The agency said Landsat 8 showed the Akrotiri Peninsula and reported declining flamingo numbers and large snake and cat populations.
TechNASA advances Artemis plans for 2028 Moon landing
The agency also outlined an Artemis III test flight in 2027 and plans for two lunar lander options.
WorldNorthern elephant seal pups had high mercury exposure in utero
The US Geological Survey said maternal foraging behavior strongly affected mercury exposure in utero among northern elephant seal pups.
TechNASA unveils X-70 Fractal experimental aircraft
The crewed research platform carries experimental payloads and is designed to test advanced flight-control technologies.
WorldCalifornia coastal water levels broke records
NOAA said above-normal tides, warm waters and El Niño pushed California coastal water levels to record heights.
TechNASA test shows promise for autonomous planetary landings
An Alta-X drone completed simulated lunar descent and landing maneuvers with NASA's SPLICE payload.
WorldMaine partners update shoreline maps for coastal planning
NOAA said updated maps and wave data from Maine partners will support hazard assessments, resilience planning, and decisions on living shorelines.
TechNASA awards Ka-band satellite relay work to three companies
The awards cover concepts for commercial space relay services that could support existing spacecraft without changes to onboard systems.
WorldNOAA and NASA report an unusually large Antarctic ozone hole in 2026
Atypical weather expanded the hole, while international controls continued to support long-term recovery of the protective ozone layer.
TechNASA astronaut captures predawn city lights over eastern US
According to NASA, the ISS image showed city lights, highways and airglow across the eastern United States before sunrise.