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U.S. Forces Destroy Three Iranian Oil Tankers and Missile Launchers in Gulf of Oman

U.S. Central Command said its forces destroyed three oil tankers linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps and active missile launchers after Iranian missile attacks targeting American naval vessels.

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USDA Launches Emergency Drought Relief for Midwestern Farmers

U.S. Education Department Proposes Clearer College Aid and Loan Disclosures

U.S. Health Department Updates Guidance for Fall Flu and RSV Season

U.S. Labor Board Reports Rise in Union Organizing Across Service Industries

Wall Street Ends Mixed After Volatile Week of Inflation and Energy Concerns

U.S. Updates Global Travel Advisories as International Security Risks Rise

NASA Completes Key Artemis Hardware Tests Ahead of Future Crewed Missions

EPA Tightens National Air Pollution Standards for Industrial Facilities

Leon Panetta Warns U.S. Could Face Prolonged Middle East Conflict

Justice Department Sues Kansas City Schools Over Transgender Student Policies

U.S. Airlines Cut Schedules as Fuel Costs and Airspace Restrictions Rise

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