New laws in 2026 target AI and deepfakes, paid leave and rising Obamacare premiums
As the country prepares to ring in the new year, new state laws will take effect around the country on a host of issues, including the use of artificial intelligence in health care and elections, paid family and medical leave and rising medical insurance costs.
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 11:00:41 GMT
DHS investigators going door-to-door at “suspected fraud sites” in Minneapolis
The Department of Homeland Security says it is knocking on doors at more than 30 sites in Minneapolis in an effort to rout out businesses that may be collecting taxpayer money fraudulently. It comes after a viral video made by a right-wing YouTuber reignited interest in the issue. NBC News’ Julia Ainsley reports.
Mon, 29 Dec 2025 23:49:20 GMT
U.S. strike on Venezuelan soil sparking fresh scrutiny
There are mounting questions about the dramatic escalation of the U.S. pressure campaign in Venezuela, with President Trump acknowledging the first known U.S. strike inside the country. Meanwhile, two eyewitnesses told NBC News they saw an explosion in northwestern Venezuela on December 18. It is unclear if that is the same strike the president has acknowledged or a separate, previously unreported explosion. NBC News’ Gabe Gutierrez reports.
Tue, 30 Dec 2025 23:46:50 GMT
Body and gun found in Texas field in search for missing 19-year-old
Authorities in Texas searching for a woman who vanished on Christmas Eve found a body and a gun in a field near her home, officials said Tuesday
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 01:44:09 GMT
Ads promising cosmetic surgery patients a ‘dream body’ with minimal risk get little scrutiny
Cosmetic surgery, especially for procedures such as liposuction and butt lifts, remains a “buyer beware” market, with little scrutiny for ads and sales pitches.
Wed, 31 Dec 2025 10:00:00 GMT