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    US Sanctions 5 Foreign Entities for Allegedly Aiding Iranian Military Drone Program

    Treasury Dept sanctioned entities and individual based in Iran, China, Taiwan, and HK for aiding Iran’s military aircraft and drone company to procure tech.

    What to Know About 7-OH, the Synthetic Opioid Derived From Kratom Facing an FDA Ban

    Synthetic opioid derived from the kratom plant sold in gummies, tablets, and drink mixes is to be restricted due to concerns it has serious potential for abuse.
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    Most Americans Won’t Get COVID-19 Booster This Fall, Survey Says

    A majority of Americans said they will likely not receive a COVID-19 booster vaccine this fall, according to a poll released Friday.

    What to Know About the Fight Over Planned Parenthood Funding

    Funding for Planned Parenthood has been the source of legal and legislative contention in recent months since the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.

    Vaccination Rates Drop Among Kindergartners as Exemptions Increase: CDC

    Rates of vaccination among kindergartners ticked down in the 2024–2025 school year, the CDC said as the number of exemptions rose.

    NASA, SpaceX Launch Crew-11 to Space Station

    SpaceX’s Falcon 9 rocket took off on Aug. 1, as the 11th act of the NASA commercial crew program set off for the International Space Station.

    Corporation for Public Broadcasting to Shut Down After Losing Federal Funding

    The Corporation for Public Broadcasting announced on Aug. 1 that it is closing operations due to losing taxpayer dollars.

    State Department Sanctions Palestinian Authority Officials, PLO Members

    US State Dept imposed sanctions on Palestinian Authority officials and members of the PLO as U.S. officials arrived in Israel for more cease-fire talks.