Health departments in Texas and New Mexico reported on Friday that measles cases in their states have increased by 20% in the past three days. Experts warn that the outbreak is likely to spread further in the coming weeks. Public health officials are urging vaccinations and heightened precautions to prevent further transmission, as concerns grow over the resurgence of the highly contagious disease.
President Donald Trump and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese signed an agreement to ensure a stable supply of rare earths and critical minerals. The pact comes as China moves to tighten its grip on global access to these vital materials.
The U.S. Supreme Court has agreed to hear a Texas case backed by President Donald Trump’s administration defending a law that bans illegal drug users from owning firearms. The statute was among those used to charge Hunter Biden in 2023.
