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Homebuilding is getting even more expensive and volatile under new tariffs

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Scripps News @scrippsnews.bsky.social · 8h

Homebuilders and homebuyers are now facing an even trickier calculation in trying to nail down the cost of construction due to tariffs.

Homebuilders and homebuyers are now facing an even trickier calculation in trying to nail down the cost of construction due to tariffs.

Trump threatens to pull support for Argentina if its politics move leftward

Scripps News @scrippsnews.bsky.social · 9h

President Donald Trump on Tuesday threatened to pull assistance for Argentina if the nation’s internal politics don’t align with his interests in upcoming elections.

President Donald Trump on Tuesday threatened to pull assistance for Argentina if the nation’s internal politics don’t align with his interests in upcoming elections.

Democrats signal they want to negotiate on shutdown, but say Republicans have to come to them

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Scripps News @scrippsnews.bsky.social · 10h

Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ) tells Scripps News Democrats are ready to negotiate to reopen the government, as long as Republicans are willing to preserve healthcare subsidies for Americans.

Sen. Mark Kelly (D-AZ) tells Scripps News Democrats are ready to negotiate to reopen the government, as long as Republicans are willing to preserve healthcare subsidies for Americans.

Senate again fails to end shutdown as standoff enters third week

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Scripps News @scrippsnews.bsky.social · 11h

The government shutdown is set to stretch into a third week after Senate Republicans and Democrats once again failed to pass a funding bill.

The government shutdown is set to stretch into a third week after Senate Republicans and Democrats once again failed to pass a funding bill.

Seasonal depression: How to beat the winter blues

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Scripps News @scrippsnews.bsky.social · 12h

Summer sadness, autumn blues, winter woes — whatever you call them, the changing seasons can have a profound impact on our emotions.

Summer sadness, autumn blues, winter woes — whatever you call them, the changing seasons can have a profound impact on our emotions.

Promising breast cancer vaccine could be available by 2030, researchers say

Scripps News @scrippsnews.bsky.social · 13h

A vaccine designed to prevent and potentially treat triple-negative breast cancer is showing promise in human trials and could be available by 2030.

A vaccine designed to prevent and potentially treat triple-negative breast cancer is showing promise in human trials and could be available by 2030.

Some protein powders and shakes contain high levels of lead, new report finds

Scripps News @scrippsnews.bsky.social · 13h

Over two-thirds of protein powders and ready-to-drink shakes analyzed in a recent study contained high levels of lead contamination that could pose risks to your health.

Over two-thirds of protein powders and ready-to-drink shakes analyzed in a recent study contained high levels of lead contamination that could pose risks to your health.

Jewelers and investors say it's not too late to cash in as gold prices soar

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Scripps News @scrippsnews.bsky.social · 13h

As gold prices continue to soar to record highs, it's sending ripples through everything from Wall Street to local jewelry shops, and investors say it's not too late to cash in.

As gold prices continue to soar to record highs, it's sending ripples through everything from Wall Street to local jewelry shops, and investors say it's not too late to cash in.

Gorilla at San Diego Zoo slams into protective glass, cracking it

Scripps News @scrippsnews.bsky.social · 13h

A gorilla at the San Diego Zoo sprinted toward a viewing area Saturday afternoon, cracking one of the three layers of tempered glass that separate visitors from the habitat.

A gorilla at the San Diego Zoo sprinted toward a viewing area Saturday afternoon, cracking one of the three layers of tempered glass that separate visitors from the habitat.

US kills 6 in another strike on alleged drug boat, Trump says

Scripps News @scrippsnews.bsky.social · 14h

The U.S. military has fatally struck another alleged drug trafficking boat in international waters off the coast of Venezuela, President Donald Trump said on Tuesday.

The U.S. military has fatally struck another alleged drug trafficking boat in international waters off the coast of Venezuela, President Donald Trump said on Tuesday.

Several airports refusing to air Noem's video blaming Democrats for shutdown

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Scripps News @scrippsnews.bsky.social · 14h

Numerous airports across the country are refusing to air a video featuring Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem blaming democrats for the government shutdown.

Numerous airports across the country are refusing to air a video featuring Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem blaming democrats for the government shutdown.

More than 150 unvaccinated students quarantined in South Carolina measles outbreak

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Scripps News @scrippsnews.bsky.social · 14h

Over 150 unvaccinated students in Spartanburg County face 21-day quarantine as South Carolina battles measles outbreak amid national surge.

Over 150 unvaccinated students in Spartanburg County face 21-day quarantine as South Carolina battles measles outbreak amid national surge.

Former Israeli defense minister speaks in Florida as protesters demand arrest over alleged war crimes

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Scripps News @scrippsnews.bsky.social · 14h

Former Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant spoke in Florida as protesters cite war crimes and call for his arrest amid ICC warrants and ongoing ceasefire talks.

Former Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant spoke in Florida as protesters cite war crimes and call for his arrest amid ICC warrants and ongoing ceasefire talks.

Scouts can now earn merit badges in artificial intelligence and cybersecurity

Scripps News @scrippsnews.bsky.social · 15h

Scouts now have the chance to compete for new merit badges in artificial intelligence and cybersecurity as part of Scouting America's effort to stay relevant in an increasingly digital world.

Scouts now have the chance to compete for new merit badges in artificial intelligence and cybersecurity as part of Scouting America's effort to stay relevant in an increasingly digital world.

'Dangerous' TikTok prank uses AI-generated images that lead to real 911 calls in Salem

Scripps News @scrippsnews.bsky.social · 15h

Police in Salem, Massachusetts, are warning residents about a viral TikTok prank that uses AI to create fake images of people attempting to break into homes, prompting panicked 911 calls.

Police in Salem, Massachusetts, are warning residents about a viral TikTok prank that uses AI to create fake images of people attempting to break into homes, prompting panicked 911 calls.

Small businesses divided on economy as tariffs, uncertainty persist

Scripps News @scrippsnews.bsky.social · 15h

It's been six months since President Trump's sweeping tariffs sent ripples across the global economy. But small business owners in the U.S. have been disproportionately impacted by the changes.

It's been six months since President Trump's sweeping tariffs sent ripples across the global economy. But small business owners in the U.S. have been disproportionately impacted by the changes.

China warns of ‘resolute measures’ if US pushes ahead with 100% tariff

Scripps News @scrippsnews.bsky.social · 15h

China is urging Trump to withdraw his 100% tariff threat, warning of retaliation as trade tensions grow and Chinese exports to the U.S. continue to fall.

China is urging Trump to withdraw his 100% tariff threat, warning of retaliation as trade tensions grow and Chinese exports to the U.S. continue to fall.

Rapper charged with stopping traffic to film music video on Kentucky interstate

Scripps News @scrippsnews.bsky.social · 16h

Enoch Tolbert, who releases music under the stage name Armani White, told police that they had pulled over to film a music video.

Enoch Tolbert, who releases music under the stage name Armani White, told police that they had pulled over to film a music video.

Israel plans to halve aid into Gaza over slow return of dead hostages, a test for the Gaza ceasefire

Scripps News @scrippsnews.bsky.social · 16h

Israel says it is halving the number of humanitarian aid trucks allowed into Gaza, citing frustration over the slower-than-hoped return of deceased hostages.

Israel says it is halving the number of humanitarian aid trucks allowed into Gaza, citing frustration over the slower-than-hoped return of deceased hostages.

R&B singer D'Angelo dead at age 51

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Scripps News @scrippsnews.bsky.social · 16h

D’Angelo, the Grammy-winning singer and songwriter, has reportedly died. In a statement to Variety, D'Angelo's family said the singer died after a "prolonged and courageous battle with cancer."

D’Angelo, the Grammy-winning singer and songwriter, has reportedly died. In a statement to Variety, D'Angelo's family said the singer died after a "prolonged and courageous battle with cancer."

NFL uses AI to predict injuries, aiming to keep players healthier

Scripps News @scrippsnews.bsky.social · 16h

The NFL has partnered with Amazon Web Services to use technology and AI to predict and prevent injuries — aiming to keep players healthier.

The NFL has partnered with Amazon Web Services to use technology and AI to predict and prevent injuries — aiming to keep players healthier.

California engineer wins pumpkin contest with a gourd as big as a bison

Scripps News @scrippsnews.bsky.social · 17h

A California engineer and gardening enthusiast won the top prize at an annual pumpkin-weighing contest in Northern California after growing a giant gourd weighing 2,346 pounds.

A California engineer and gardening enthusiast won the top prize at an annual pumpkin-weighing contest in Northern California after growing a giant gourd weighing 2,346 pounds.

Amazon to hire 250,000 workers for holiday season, matching last year’s target

Scripps News @scrippsnews.bsky.social · 17h

Amazon announced plans to hire 250,000 people across the United States for the holiday season. Here's how to find open positions.

Amazon announced plans to hire 250,000 people across the United States for the holiday season. Here's how to find open positions.

Major news outlets refuse to sign Pentagon’s new press rules

Scripps News @scrippsnews.bsky.social · 17h

Major news outlets, including the NYT, AP and Reuters, refuse to sign Pentagon’s new press rules, risking eviction over First Amendment concerns.

Major news outlets, including the NYT, AP and Reuters, refuse to sign Pentagon’s new press rules, risking eviction over First Amendment concerns.