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Senate committee advances Dr. Nicole Saphier's nomination for surgeon general

Senate committee advances Dr. Nicole Saphier's nomination for surgeon general

Dr. Nicole Saphier, President Trump's third nominee for surgeon general, is moving closer to confirmation

US drug lobby group names former House leader Cantor as CEO

US drug lobby group names former House leader Cantor as CEO

Sept 29 (Reuters) - The top US pharmaceutical lobby group Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America said on Tuesday it had named former US House Majority Leader Eric Cantor as its next president and CEO, as drugmakers face pressure to lower prices.

Southcentral Foundation Land Transfer Act Passes Senate, Heads to President's Desk

Southcentral Foundation Land Transfer Act Passes Senate, Heads to President's Desk

The U.S. Senate has unanimously passed the Southcentral Foundation Land Transfer Act, sending the legislation to President Trump for his signature. The bill, H.R. 3620, was championed by U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan, and U.S. Congressman Nick Begich, all Republicans from Alaska. The legislation will transfer ownership of a small parcel of land in downtown Anchorage, currently held by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), to the Southcentral Foundation (SCF). This land is the site of the Quyana Clubhouse, which provides behavioral health care services, incorporating cultural values and traditions, to Alaska Native people. The Senate's passage by unanimous consent, following Senator Murkowski's motion, marks a significant step towards empowering SCF to expand its services and facilities.

President Trump Issues Executive Order to Combat Tick and Mosquito-Borne Diseases in the U.S.

President Trump Issues Executive Order to Combat Tick and Mosquito-Borne Diseases in the U.S.

President Trump has signed an Executive Order aimed at suppressing tick and mosquito populations and addressing the diseases they transmit in the United States. The order outlines a policy for developing and deploying 'commonsense approaches and technological capabilities' for pest control, focusing on improved detection, screening, prevention, and healthcare interventions. Key priorities include leading in safe and effective tick and mosquito population control through smart land management, natural predator populations, non-chemical pest control, and advanced technologies like sterile insect techniques and biotechnologies. The order specifically targets diseases such as alpha-gal syndrome, Theileriosis, Rocky Mountain spotted fever, Lyme disease, Babesiosis (spread by ticks), and viral infections like West Nile, Zika, Chikungunya, and Dengue fever (spread by mosquitoes). It also seeks to advance the objectives of the D.C. Safe and Beautiful Task Force by reducing invasive tick and mosquito populations in...

Senate Passes Bill to End Penny Production, Heads to President Trump's Desk

Senate Passes Bill to End Penny Production, Heads to President Trump's Desk

The U.S. Senate has passed legislation, known as the Common Cents Act, that formally ends the production of the one-cent coin, commonly referred to as the penny. This bill now moves to President Trump's desk for his signature. The U.S. Mint had already begun phasing out penny production following an order from the Trump administration last year, with the last penny reportedly produced in November. President Trump has previously indicated his support for ending penny production, stating on social media that the U.S. has produced them for 'far too long.' The penny, first minted in 1792, has seen its utility diminish over time due to rising prices and the increasing prevalence of digital payments. Currently, it costs an estimated four cents to produce a single penny, making its continued production economically inefficient. The new legislation includes provisions for stores to round cash transactions to the nearest five cents as pennies are phased out. Some states, like New Jersey, have already introduced sim...

White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles Declared Cancer-Free After Medical Procedure

White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles Declared Cancer-Free After Medical Procedure

White House Chief of Staff Susie Wiles announced on Wednesday, September 30, 2026, via a post on X, that she is now cancer-free. This positive development follows a medical procedure she underwent earlier in the week at the Mayo Clinic. Pathology results from a biopsy conducted on Monday confirmed that she is clear of cancer. Wiles had been diagnosed with early-stage breast cancer in March 2026. Throughout her treatment period, she remained active in her role, traveling with President Trump, including a recent trip to Dallas. She expressed gratitude to her family, friends, doctors, and President Trump for their support during her health journey.

Trump wants to cut DC's mosquito population by 90%. Here's how

Trump wants to cut DC's mosquito population by 90%. Here's how

President Donald Trump wants to cut invasive mosquito populations in Washington DC by 90% by 2028. Here's what the new federal plan calls for.

FTC opens probe into AI giants including Anthropic and OpenAI

FTC opens probe into AI giants including Anthropic and OpenAI

By Jody Godoy Sept 30 (Reuters) - The Federal Trade Commission is conducting an industry-wide probe into Anthropic, OpenAI and other AI labs to uncover the potential dangers their technology poses to consumers, a senior FTC official told Reuters on Wednesday.

S&P 500 flat as higher bond yields counter tech optimism

S&P 500 flat as higher bond yields counter tech optimism

By Shashwat Chauhan and Tharuniyaa Lakshmi Sept 29 (Reuters) - The benchmark S&P 500 was flat on Tuesday, as rising government bond yields hurt risk sentiment and offset gains in AI-related stocks driven by optimism about Anthropic's plan to go public.

Wall St falls as bond yields test multi-decade highs

Wall St falls as bond yields test multi-decade highs

By Shashwat Chauhan and Tharuniyaa Lakshmi Sept 29 (Reuters) - US stocks were under pressure on Tuesday, with most sectors taking a hit as government bond yields resumed their uptrend, though gains in AI-linked stocks on optimism about Anthropic's plan to go public helped limit losses.

US stock futures flat as tech bounce meets crude-driven caution

US stock futures flat as tech bounce meets crude-driven caution

Sept 29 (Reuters) - US stock index futures traded sideways on Tuesday, though tech and AI-linked stocks ticked higher, as rising crude oil prices and steep bond yields kept risk appetite in check over the lack of progress in US-Iran peace talks.

Protect College Sports Act passed the Senate. Here's how it voted.

Protect College Sports Act passed the Senate. Here's how it voted.

The Senate passed it 77-22 with Republicans nearly united. In the House, the GOP has 218 seats, and at least five of its members are critics.