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TL/DR - The ORPHAN Cures Act has been introduced by Reps. John Joyce (R-Pa.) and Wiley Nickel (D-N.C.) to alter the Inflation Reduction Act and ensure that orphan drugs, medications that treat rare diseases, continue to be excluded from Medicare price negotiations. The proposed amendment would adjust the Act's language to exclude drugs that treat…

TL/DR - The School Board in Shenandoah County, Virginia, has voted to restore Confederate names to two of its schools. This decision is a reversal of an earlier decision to remove these names. The board members provided explanations for their decision but these details were not specified in the provided content. Virginia School Board…

TL/DR - The article discusses the evolution of Senator Ted Cruz’s political style, as he appears to be transitioning from a confrontational stance to a more cooperative one. Cruz, who has been known for his efforts to derail bills, is now actively proposing and pushing for legislation on several issues. This change, according to the article, may…

TL/DR - Raleigh-Durham International Airport is expecting increased passenger numbers in the coming months, prompting several airlines to move into the smaller Terminal 1 to maximize gate space. Breeze Airways, Sun Country Airlines, and Alaska Airlines have all recently relocated. The airport is planning improvements to both terminals later this…