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Cruz leads effort to repeal DOD COVID vaccine mandate, protect religious freedom | National
SUMMARY: Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) is leading the effort to reverse actions taken against military service members impacted by the Department of Defense’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate. Cruz introduced the AMERICANS Act of 2025, which includes provisions to reinstate service members who were discharged or demoted due to the mandate. The bill would provide backdated retirement pay, restore rank, compensate for lost pay, and change discharges from general to honorable if related solely to vaccine status. The bill also mandates the DOD to enforce a vaccine exemption process and ensure equal treatment for non-vaccinated service members.
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SUMMARY: A federal ban on TikTok took effect in the U.S., preventing millions of users from accessing the app, which was removed from major app stores. Users encountered a message stating, “Sorry, TikTok isn’t available right now,” as the ban was enacted due to national security concerns over its Chinese ownership. The law was signed into effect after Congress passed legislation linking the ban to a foreign aid package. While TikTok’s CEO expressed hope for a resolution through President-elect Trump, the app’s future remains uncertain. TikTok has been ordered to sever ties with ByteDance, or face a nationwide ban.
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SUMMARY: Stephen King recently ignited discussion about whether the Oscars should proceed amid California’s devastating wildfires, stating he wouldn’t vote this year and suggesting the ceremony be canceled. While some agreed, industry insiders argued for its continuation, emphasizing the event’s economic importance for the many workers impacted by recent strikes and the pandemic. They highlighted that Oscar weekend provides critical income for middle-class workers. King acknowledged these points but still felt it inappropriate to celebrate amid tragedy, likening it to “Nero fiddling while Rome burns.” The 97th Academy Awards are scheduled for March 2 in Hollywood.
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SUMMARY: Southern states dominated the latest Site Selection magazine survey for the best business climate in the U.S. Georgia took the top spot, followed by North Carolina and South Carolina, with Texas dropping to fourth place, tied with Tennessee. Dallas ranked first for corporate headquarters relocations, followed by Charlotte and Atlanta. Key factors driving the South’s success include a strong workforce, favorable tax policies, and lower costs of living. Site selectors noted challenges such as labor shortages and affordable housing. California and New Jersey were cited as having the worst business climates due to their high tax rates.
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The Conversation5 days agoVaccine hesitancy among pet owners is growing – a public health expert explains why that matters
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News from the South - South Carolina News Feed7 days ago24 dead as fire crews try to corral Los Angeles blazes before winds return this week
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News from the South - Texas News Feed6 days agoTexas legislature begins with speaker race
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News from the South - Georgia News Feed3 days agoGeorgia senator arrested for trying to defy ban on entering House chamber
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News from the South - Florida News Feed4 days agoSpeaker Johnson removes chair of powerful House Intelligence Committee
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News from the South - Florida News Feed6 days agoMother of Jacksonville teen killed hours after high school graduation aims to keep his memory alive with special event
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News from the South - Georgia News Feed5 days agoRCSO terminates and charges deputy for theft, felony violation of oath of office