Illinois abortion clinics see ripple effects of Roe reversal as surrounding states implement bans

One of the first patients to arrive at the clinic the day it resumed abortion procedures after the reversal of Roe v.

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Stolen 2020 Olympic gold medal found behind California barbershop

The owners of a Southern California barbershop found an Olympic gold medal that was stolen more than a month ago, Anaheim police said Wednesday.

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The most unlikely beneficiary of the Trump Jan. 6 revelations

Donald Trump revelations by Jan. 6 committee help Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, not just Democrats.

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Pessimism about the economy is growing, a U.S. poll shows.

Roughly half of those surveyed say they are worse off financially than a year ago, and most disapprove of President Biden’s handling of inflation.

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Racism, sexism and now Roe reversal: The factors fueling contraception gaps for Black women

The Supreme Court’s ruling to gut nationwide abortion rights has highlighted the importance of access to birth control, particularly for Black women.

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Bison gores Yellowstone visitor in second attack this year

A 34-year-old man was injured Monday when he was gored by a bison at Yellowstone National Park, officials said.

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Five Takeaways From Tuesday’s Elections

Democratic interference in Republican primaries paid off in some places but not others, election-denying candidates were halted in Colorado, and incumbents proved their staying power.

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June 29, 2022 at 02:00AM

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The U.S. is welcoming Finland and Sweden to NATO. That’s a mistake.

Turkey: Sweden-Finland NATO membership is OK. But not for Russia. That's bad for the U.S.

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How did we get here? 9 questions answered about Roe v. Wade abortion ruling

Here are answers to some pressing questions about the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn the landmark 1973 ruling.

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How an American on vacation survived after Malta denied her a life-saving abortion

An American woman vacationing in Malta who was denied a life-saving abortion while miscarrying was able to get care in Spain, the same day Roe v.

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Inside the Illinois GOP's $50 million primary 'debacle'

Illinois Republicans have descended into infighting and finger-pointing on the eve of the state’s primaries as a MAGA-aligned candidate for governor appears

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When Abortion Pills Were Banned in Brazil, Women Turned to Drug Traffickers

With Roe v. Wade overturned, states banning abortion are looking to prevent the distribution of abortion medication. Brazil shows the possible consequences.

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June 28, 2022 at 12:00AM

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In Illinois, MAGA Congresswoman Rallies to Oust Her G.O.P. Colleague

The primary contest between Republican Representatives Mary Miller and Rodney Davis has pitted a hard-right figure styling herself in Trump’s image against a traditional, pragmatic conservative.

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June 28, 2022 at 12:00AM

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Roe v. Wade abortion ruling: Questions and answers about the Supreme Court decision

Here are answers to some pressing questions about the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn the landmark 1973 ruling.

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Russia defaults on foreign debt for first time in more than a century

Russia has defaulted on its foreign debt for the first time since the 1917 Bolshevik Revolution amid sweeping sanctions over its war in Ukraine.

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Tokyo warned of power crunch as Japan endures heat wave

The Japanese government warned of possible power shortages Monday in the Tokyo region, asking people to conserve energy as the country endures an unusually intense heat wave.

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Covid anxiety is giving way to economic anxiety. How to cope.

Covid anxiety is giving way to economic anxiety. How to cope.

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Thomas wants the Supreme Court to overturn landmark rulings that legalized contraception, same-sex marriage

Justice Clarence Thomas wrote the Supreme Court must overrule decisions legalizing the right to obtain contraception, same-sex intimacy and same-sex marriage.

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Where to stream films and series about the legacy of Roe v. Wade

Where to stream films and series about the legacy of Roe v. Wade

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Zelenskyy joins G7 summit as allies mull next moves on conflict

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will virtually meet with world leaders at the G7 summit in Germany on Monday as the group discusses ways to further

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The part of my nonbinary existence many straight Americans still can't understand

Pride Month 2022 hits differently, with Roe v. Wade overturned and LGBTQ rights threatened by the Supreme Court. But my top surgery is a rare ode to trans joy.

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MAGA Voters Send a $50 Million G.O.P. Plan Off the Rails in Illinois

Republican leaders think a moderate nominee for governor could beat Gov. J.B. Pritzker. But the party’s base seems to prefer a far-right state senator — and he is getting help from Mr. Pritzker.

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June 26, 2022 at 12:00AM

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Schools Are Spending Billions on High-Tech Defense for Mass Shootings

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The market for weapon detectors and crisis alert badges in schools is booming. But there are questions about whether the new technology is effective.


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Abortion Pills Take the Spotlight as States Impose Abortion Bans

Demand for medication abortion is surging, setting the stage for new legal battles.

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June 26, 2022 at 12:00AM

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Grandmother killed, 4 hurt after car crashes into pedestrians in Brooklyn

A grandmother was killed and an 8-year-old child was fighting for his life after a driver fled a police stop and crashed into pedestrians Saturday in Brooklyn,

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The ‘abortion pill’ may treat dozens of diseases, but Roe reversal might upend research

What does Roe v. Wade being overturned mean? The decision could impact clinical trials on a wide range of illness unrelated to abortions.

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Biden looks overseas for ways to ease economic pressures at home

As President Joe Biden sets off to meet with world leaders in Europe next week, his top domestic priority of inflation will remain high on the agenda amid

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America’s middle class was struggling. Then along came Justices Thomas and Kavanaugh.

Save the date: On June 24, 2022, the Supreme Court’s Roe v. Wade decision guaranteeing abortion was overturned. And the American Dream is in trouble.

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Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade, doing away with half-century of precedent

The Supreme Court overturned the landmark Roe v. Wade ruling that guaranteed a constitutional right to an abortion, a momentous break from a half century of rulings.

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In Light of Roe v. Wade Ruling, Men Share Their Abortion Stories

In light of the Supreme Court’s decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, advocates from all sides of the issue have called for men to be part of the conversation. The Times heard from hundreds who wanted to share their stories.

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June 25, 2022 at 02:00AM

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Prosecutors in states where abortion is now illegal could begin building criminal cases against providers

As the U.S. enters an era of diminished reproductive rights following the Supreme Court ruling that overturned Roe v.

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With Swag and Swagger, State Democrats Vie for Front of Presidential Primary Line

After Iowa’s disastrous 2020 caucuses, Democratic officials are weighing drastic changes to the 2024 calendar. States, angling for early attention, are waxing poetic. Behold, the New Jersey Turnpike!

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June 24, 2022 at 02:00AM

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Rusty Brown said he would still vote for Trump. It’s a survival tactic.

Even for courageous people like Rusty Bowers, disavowing an entire political party and its current standard-bearer is a tall psychological order.

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Amazon’s Alexa may soon mimic voices, including of dead relatives

Amazon’s Alexa might soon replicate the voice of family members — even if they’re dead.

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Deputy CIA chief briefs senators on ‘Havana Syndrome’ as U.S. prepares to pay victims

Biden admin officials said they will soon release a plan to issue payments to U.S. diplomats, intel officers who suffered the injuries called “Havana Syndrome."

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NAACP to partner with Vote.org to boost Black voter turnout in midterms

The NAACP is teaming up with Vote.org to register Black voters ahead of the midterms in an effort to counter new voting restrictions in almost two dozen states.

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As Midterms Loom, Meta C.E.O. Shifts Focus Away From Elections

Mark Zuckerberg, who once said securing elections was “the most important thing,” has shifted Meta’s focus to the metaverse. That may have real-world implications.

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June 23, 2022 at 02:00AM

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Jan. 6 Panel Says It Has New Evidence of Trump’s Pressure on Justice Dept.

A hearing at 3 p.m. Thursday will feature the former acting attorney general and other top officials at the department during the Trump era as witnesses.

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June 23, 2022 at 02:00AM

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The Rise of the 0.5 Selfie

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These selfies, taken with an ultra-wide-angle lens, aren’t fussed over. Sometimes they are just “distorted and crazy.”

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Prosecutors seek 30 to 55-year sentence for Ghislaine Maxwell

Federal prosecutors say convicted sex trafficker Ghislaine Maxwell should be sentenced to a minimum of 30 years and up to 55 years for her “instrumental role

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G.O.P. Testimony at Jan. 6 Panel Exposes a Party Torn Between Truth and Trump

A Democratic-run committee relies on Republican witnesses to build the case against the former president — in searing detail.

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June 23, 2022 at 12:00AM

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Biden to call on Congress to approve 3-month gas tax holiday

President Biden will call on Congress to pass legislation creating a federal tax holiday on gas and diesel fuel for three months, administration officials said.

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Biden Will Push Congress for a Three-Month Gas Tax Holiday

Vulnerable Democrats have championed the move ahead of midterm elections, but experts remain skeptical that suspending the federal tax would benefit consumers much.

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June 22, 2022 at 02:00AM

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At least 300 people killed after strong earthquake hits Afghanistan

At least 300 people were killed after an earthquake struck eastern Afghanistan early Wednesday, officials said.

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Companies Brace for Impact of New Forced Labor Law

Billions of dollars could be at stake as a law banning imports of products from China goes into effect.

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June 21, 2022 at 09:00PM

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Virginia couple sailing to the Azores missing after reporting rough weather

The U.S. Coast Guard is searching for a couple who went missing after setting sail for the Azores, Portuguese islands in the North Atlantic, officials said.

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Even after writer James Patterson’s apology, we have to ask this question

James Patterson's claim of white male writers experiencing racism was laughable, but his apology after receiving backlash was an eyebrow raiser too.

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Some in the U.S. government are just fine not paying people for their work

The White House is finally paying interns. But the State Department has work to do.

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What to Watch in Tuesday’s Primaries

Mo Brooks faces Katie Britt in a fateful Senate runoff in Alabama, and Virginia and Georgia Republicans choose their House contenders against entrenched Democrats.

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June 21, 2022 at 04:14AM

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Neighbor arrested after California home vandalized with anti-Asian graffiti

Police in San Leandro, California, arrested a 25-year-old man on Monday on suspicion of vandalizing a neighbor's home with anti-Asian graffiti over the weekend.

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Expert Panel to Call for Overhaul of U.S. Public Health System

The panel will recommend that a new federal position be created to oversee public health.

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June 21, 2022 at 02:11AM

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Beyoncé drops disco-fied new single, ‘Break My Soul’

Beyoncé surprise-dropped “Break My Soul,” the first single from her forthcoming album “Renaissance," three hours before the announced release time.

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Beyoncé drops disco-fied new single, ‘Break My Soul’

Beyoncé surprise-dropped “Break My Soul,” the first single from her forthcoming album “Renaissance," three hours before the announced release time.

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Texas Gov. Abbott vowed to offer mental health help for all in Uvalde, but residents point to roadblocks.

Uvalde residents worry that despite assurances from Texas Gov. Gregg Abbott, mental health resources won't reach many reeling from the school shooting fallout.

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Food, water concerns as floods continue to batter South Asia

Floods wreaking havoc in South Asia have hindered authorities’ efforts to deliver food and drinking water to shelters in India and Bangladesh.

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Inside a Florida Abortion Clinic Ahead of the Supreme Court’s Decision

The Planned Parenthood clinic in Fort Myers, Fla., has seen an increase in patients arriving from Texas, even as it struggles to keep up with increasing restrictions in its own state.

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June 20, 2022 at 02:00AM

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The Supreme Court, Public Opinion and the Fate of Roe

According to the conventional wisdom, the court rarely strays too far from the popular will. That view will face a reckoning in the coming weeks.

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June 20, 2022 at 02:00AM

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Philippine government attorney fatally shot in Uber during Philadelphia visit

A government attorney for the Philippines was fatally shot in an Uber while visiting Philadelphia, officials said Sunday.

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Slain Congolese icon’s tooth returned to family decades after killing

A tooth believed to have been ripped from Patrice Lumumba, who once carried the Democratic Republic of Congo's hopes, is finally being returned by Belgium.

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Mass shooting at family barbecue leaves at least 2 dead in San Antonio

At least two people were killed and five others injured in a drive-by shooting on a family barbecue late Saturday, police in San Antonio, Texas said. “The

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My husband’s dream of celebrating Father’s Day abruptly ended with a phone call

Hopeful mothers have a lot of resources to help cope with pregnancy loss, while men are still mostly left out of the conversation.

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State by state, some patients are losing telehealth access to doctors

Many states are making it difficult for people to have virtual visits with doctors in other states, partly reversing the explosion in telehealth that occurred

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Why the alleged murder of this British journalist in Brazil is tragic — and unsurprising

Murder of Dom Phillips, a journalist in Brazil originally from the United Kingdom, reveals danger of environmental journalism as increasing reporters are killed

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Rebuilding Elementary School Band Class After the Pandemic

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Young violists and sax players in Brooklyn get reacquainted with their instruments, and with one another: “You have to play in harmony.”


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Special education students left out of high school graduation program feel ‘discriminated’

Families demanded answers after six California special education graduating students weren't included in their high school's graduation program.

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Freedom riders' convictions vacated in North Carolina 75 years later

Legendary civil rights leader Bayard Rustin and three other men who were sentenced to work on a chain gang in North Carolina after they launched the first of

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'He had this big huge smile': Family and friends remember 13-year-old boy shot by San Antonio police

For those who loved Andre Hernandez Jr., fondly called AJ, it was his inviting smile and fiercely protective nature that resonate in the weeks following his

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Voters Democrats need the most are getting hit the hardest by inflation

WASHINGTON —  As food and gas prices have soared, Stephanie Lane says her family has gone from working class to working poor.

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Coming out in a small conservative town made my father a trailblazer

Father's Day and Gay Pride Month coincide in June, and rainbow flags celebrate both -- and my father.

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How the Christian Right is violating the First Amendment by banning abortion

Jewish abortion rights advocates push back on the Christian Right by using religious freedom suit to try to save access in Florida as Roe V. Wade strike down looms.

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Too big to sanction? A large Russian bank still operates freely because it helps Europe get Russian gas

Ukraine is urging the U.S. and the EU to sanction a major Russian bank, Gazprombank, that still operates freely due its role in natural gas sales to Europe.

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Trump’s Shadow Looms Over Fading Iran Nuclear Talks

With no compromise in sight and Iran making steady progress toward nuclear capability, the Biden administration could soon face a stark choice.

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June 18, 2022 at 02:00AM

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How the Proud Boys Breached the Capitol on Jan. 6: Rile Up the Normies

A Times investigation of court documents, text messages and hundreds of videos shows how the Proud Boys coordinated to instigate multiple breaches of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6.

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June 17, 2022 at 04:57AM

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Britain approves Julian Assange's extradition to U.S.

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange should be extradited from the U.K. to the U.S. to face charges for allegedly breaking espionage laws, Britain's Home Office has said.

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‘Gonna lose my gun again,’ Idaho deputy said minutes after fatally shooting man in mental health crisis

“Guess I’m gonna lose my gun again,” an Idaho officer said minutes after fatally shooting a knife-wielding man whose family had called authorities for help

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Gun Talks Snag on Tricky Question: What Counts as a Boyfriend?

Among the sticking points holding up a final agreement on gun legislation is how to define a boyfriend in a provision meant to keep guns away from domestic abusers.

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June 17, 2022 at 12:00AM

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EPA warns that 'forever chemicals' pose health risks even at very low levels

The Environmental Protection Agency is warning that two compounds found in drinking water, known as PFOA and PFOS, are more dangerous than previously thought.

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Georgetown dad acquitted in final college bribery scam trial

A father was acquitted Thursday of charges that he paid off a Georgetown University tennis coach to get his daughter into the school in the final trial linked

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Bracing for the End of Roe v. Wade, the White House Weighs Executive Actions

The Biden administration has been deluged with ideas to help mitigate a Supreme Court ruling overturning abortion rights, but many come with legal risks.

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June 16, 2022 at 02:00AM

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Why we shouldn't fear the search for alien life

China's possible alien signal highlights a growing SETI debate over extraterrestrial contact, and how scientists try to pick up planet radio transmissions.

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Senator Catherine Cortez Masto Hopes History Repeats as She Faces Adam Laxalt

Adam Laxalt has Trump’s support and a favorable climate for Republicans as he challenges Senator Catherine Cortez Masto, who was mentored by Harry Reid, a victor in 2010 against a Tea Party foe.

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June 16, 2022 at 12:00AM

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Stuart Delery to serve as first openly gay White House counsel

President Biden appointed Stuart Delery as White House counsel, making Delery the first openly LGBTQ person to hold the position.

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5 Takeaways From Tuesday’s Key Primay Races

Nevada shapes up as a fall battleground between vulnerable Democrats and election-denying Republicans. South Carolina G.O.P. voters punished one House incumbent who broke with Donald Trump, but forgave another. And Texas Republicans scored at least a short-term victory.

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June 15, 2022 at 02:25AM

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James Patterson apologizes for saying white male writers are victims of ‘racism’

Author James Patterson apologized Tuesday after being criticized for comments he made to a British newspaper about white male writers being the victims of “racism.”

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Republicans Who Deny 2020 Election Press Closer to Power Over Future Ones

Midway through primary season, the party has nominated several candidates who deny the 2020 outcome for posts that will have significant sway over the 2024 presidential election.

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June 15, 2022 at 02:00AM

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What Europe’s Universal Charger Mandate Means for You

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From power bricks to cables, it’s time to incorporate USB-C or wireless charging into your setup.

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Federal judge to consider Steve Bannon’s motion to dismiss contempt indictment

Lawyers for former Trump White House adviser Steve Bannon will urge a federal judge Wednesday to dismiss an indictment charging him with contempt of Congress

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F.D.A. Panel Debates Covid Vaccines for Youngest Kids

Neither Pfizer’s nor Moderna’s pediatric doses have been tested against the subvariants that may soon be dominant in the U.S.

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Dramatic video shows Montana house collapsing into Yellowstone River after record flooding

Startling video shows the moment a large waterfront house in Gardiner, Montana, collapsed into the Yellowstone River as the region is battered by historic floods.

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Biden Trip to Saudi Arabia Is Set, but Energy Help Is Not

The White House formally announced that President Biden would visit the oil-rich kingdom in mid-July despite having denounced it as a “pariah” state after the assassination of a dissident.

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Kremlin tries to look immune to sanctions, but new Russian cars show cracks in the façade

Russian carmaker Avtovaz is producing its popular Lada Granta sedan without many safety features, showing the effects of sanctions as the Kremlin works to appear resilient.

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Book Review: ‘Rough Draft,’ by Katy Tur

In her second memoir, “Rough Draft,” the journalist Katy Tur recounts growing up alongside her parents’ news-gathering exploits and her father’s outlandish, then violent, behavior.

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June 14, 2022 at 02:00AM

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Think you know Korea because you love K-pop and watched ‘Squid Game’? Think Again.

From Netflix's "Squid Game" to BTS, Korean content and stars are grabbing headlines in Western media, but they don't always reflect the tastes of their home country.

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F.D.A. Advisers to Discuss Moderna Vaccine for Kids 6 to 17

Thus far, Moderna’s shots have been authorized only for adults.

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June 14, 2022 at 01:58AM

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WHO makes U-turn, urging further investigation on 'lab leak' theory in new Covid report

The World Health Organization is recommending more investigation into the theory that Covid-19 leaked from a Chinese laboratory, something once dismissed by

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FDA says Moderna's Covid vaccine is effective, safe for young children

The FDA said Moderna's Covid vaccine for children 6 months to 17 years old is safe and effective. An advisory committee will meet next week to vote on the vaccines.

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Crypto firm Celsius pauses transfers, withdrawals as markets tumble

Cryptocurrency lending firm Celsius Network will pause withdrawals and transfers between accounts due to “extreme market conditions”, the company said.

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What will Biden do if Putin goes nuclear? Experts say a nuclear response is unlikely but not impossible.

It’s a troubling question with no palatable answer: What would President Joe Biden do if Russia used nuclear weapons in the Ukraine war?

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Can Carbon Capture Be Part of the Climate Solution?

Jennifer Wilcox, who has a leading role in the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Fossil Energy and Carbon Management, says yes, though there are significant challenges.

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Two Targets of Trump’s Ire Take Different Paths in South Carolina

Representative Nancy Mace, after criticizing the president for the Jan. 6 riot, has tried to focus on other issues. Representative Tom Rice, however, isn’t backing down.

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June 13, 2022 at 12:00AM

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These rich athletes are selling their souls to Saudi Arabia. Here's who pays the price.

LIV Golf Invitational, bankrolled by Public Investment Fund of Saudi Arabia, helps stars like Greg Norman and Phil Mickelson sportswash. The PGA isn't pleased.

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Abortion clinics are ditching emails, texts in favor of encrypted apps as Roe’s expected end looms

Abortion clinics and providers are rushing to strengthen their digital privacy and protect the data of their patients due to the potential overturn of Roe v. Wade.

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Why the public celebration of ‘A Strange Loop’ is a personal revelation

The queer Black-led Tony-nominated musical "A Strange Loop" makes it clear that in today's society, the best thing you can do is to be yourself.

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Is metabolism set from birth? One lab is studying newborns to find out.

Can metabolism change? A Louisiana lab is studying newborns to determine whether metabolism is set from birth and can predict obesity and how people lose weight.

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After Uvalde shooting, parents feel there is ‘no safe place’ for children

The massacre in Uvalde has led to a shift in parenting as shootings persist in places once assumed to be safe yet federal action to prevent future attacks stalls.

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A Trove of Guantánamo Photos

A Times reporter who covers Guantánamo Bay tracked down military photographs of the early days of the U.S. detention center there.

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June 12, 2022 at 12:00AM

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Gas Prices in U.S. Hit $5 a Gallon

The unrelenting march higher continues as the average price touches a new milestone, according to AAA.

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June 11, 2022 at 02:02AM

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Why might the F-word be on the rise?

Covid, remote work and streaming services share a profane connection, as the F-word and swearing seem to be on the rise in workplaces.

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Biden Races to Expand Coalition Against Russia but Meets Resistance

Many Asian, African and Latin American nations are maintaining ties with Russia as the United States tries to isolate President Vladimir V. Putin and end the war in Ukraine.

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June 11, 2022 at 12:00AM

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The Jan. 6 committee's evidence spoke for itself. Is the Justice Department listening?

The evidence was the star witness. In painstaking detail, and with brutal new footage of the attack at the U.S.

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Washington Commanders defensive coach Jack Del Rio fined $100K for calling Jan. 6 a 'dust-up'

Washington Commanders coach Ron Rivera fined his defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio $100,000 after the assistant coach called the Jan. 6 attack a "dust up."

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Most police departments make recruits undergo psychological evaluation. Federal law enforcement agencies? Not so much.

Most big city police departments make officers undergo a psychological evaluation before getting a badge. Thousands of federal agents get no such evaluation.

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New weight loss drugs are highly effective, so why aren’t they widely used?

Weight loss drugs such as Wegovy can be highly effective for obese and overweight people, but lack of insurance coverage and a shortage are limiting use.

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Blood Tests That Detect Cancers Create Risks for Those Who Use Them

The tests screen for cancers that often go undetected, but they are expensive and some experts worry they could lead to unnecessary treatments without saving patients’ lives.

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June 10, 2022 at 02:00AM

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Iran removing 27 U.N. cameras monitoring nuclear activity in possible 'fatal blow' to reviving deal, U.N. says

The U.N. atomic watchdog said Iran has started removing 27 cameras meant to track Iran’s nuclear program, possibly a “fatal blow” to reviving 2015 nuclear deal.

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Two gunmen may have fired randomly in Philadelphia shooting, prosecutors say

Video suggests two teenagers arrested in connection with a mass shooting in Philadelphia heard gunfire, pulled out their own guns and fired randomly, prosecutors said.

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Jan. 6: The Story So Far

How a president who couldn’t accept defeat worked with a cabal of loyalists to pursue one strategy after another to subvert democracy and overturn an election.

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June 09, 2022 at 05:09AM

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White House to cut funding for Covid testing to purchase vaccines for fall

The White House will divert more than $10 billion it had planned to spend on testing and PPE to buy new vaccines and treatments it anticipates needing this fall.

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Jan. 6 Hearings Will Put Trump at the Center of Plot That Resulted in Capitol Riot

The House panel investigating the attack will lead off its public sessions with video testimony from people close to the former president, and footage revealing the role of the Proud Boys.

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June 09, 2022 at 02:00AM

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Two omicron subvariants gain a bigger foothold in the U.S.

The omicron subvariants BA.4 and BA.5. continue to gain ground in the United States. Are BA.4 and BA.5 subvariants more transmissible?

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White House Outlines Covid Vaccine Plan for Children Under 5

Vaccine deliveries to U.S. states are contingent on the Food and Drug Administration authorizing pediatric doses, a step that could occur as soon as next week.

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June 09, 2022 at 02:00AM

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Jan. 6 Hearings Will Put Trump at the Center of Plot That Resulted in Capitol Riot

The House panel investigating the attack will lead off its public sessions with video testimony from people close to the former president, and footage revealing the role of the Proud Boys.

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June 09, 2022 at 02:00AM

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6 Takeaways From Tuesday’s Elections

Crime was on voters’ minds in California, and for Republican incumbents in the House, a vote for a bipartisan Jan. 6 inquiry loomed large.

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June 08, 2022 at 02:00AM

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How Jared Kushner Washed His Hands of Donald Trump Before Jan. 6

Mr. Kushner’s role in the final months of the Trump White House could come into sharp relief once the committee investigating the attack on the Capitol opens hearings.

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June 08, 2022 at 12:00AM

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Who won and who lost in Tuesday’s primary elections.

The recall of San Francisco’s district attorney and the Los Angeles mayor’s race drew the most attention, but several other contests were decided, too.

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June 07, 2022 at 11:36PM

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Katie Porter Will Face Scott Baugh in the Fall.

Ms. Porter, widely seen as a future Senate contender, would have her shine dimmed by a loss in a closely watched House race.

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June 07, 2022 at 11:00PM

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10-year-old Florida girl accused of fatally shooting woman who was in fight with her mother

A 10-year-old girl who fatally shot a woman who was in a fight with her mother could be charged with murder, authorities in Florida said Tuesday.

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House GOP candidate shares post claiming Buffalo, Uvalde shootings were false flag operations

A House candidate in New York endorsed by a member of GOP leadership shared a post claiming the shootings in Buffalo and Uvalde were false flag operations.

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New Jersey: How to vote, where to vote and what’s on the ballot.

Not sure if you can vote? Can’t find your ballot? Have your ballot but don’t know where to put it? Relax. Here is a handy, last-minute guide.

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June 07, 2022 at 06:40AM

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U.S. and South Korea fly 20 fighter jets amid North Korea tensions

The South Korean and U.S. militaries flew 20 fighter jets over the sea and a senior U.S. official warned of a forceful response if North Korea goes ahead with a nuclear test.

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There's a new national hotline for mental health. How will we pay for it?

The new national phone number for mental health emergencies, 988, debuts in July. But the states haven’t allocated the money to fund it.

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Persistent Inflation Puts Yellen in the Spotlight

The Treasury secretary’s recent comments about rising prices have put the Biden administration on the defensive.

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June 07, 2022 at 02:00AM

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Jan. 6 Hearings Give Democrats a Chance to Recast Midterm Message

With their majority at stake, Democrats plan to use the six high-profile hearings to refocus voters’ attention on Republicans’ role in the attack.

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June 07, 2022 at 12:00AM

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Cabinet minister in Dominican Republic slain in his office

was shot to death in his office by

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High California Gas Prices Rattle Democrats Ahead of Midterms

“I don’t hear anything about the other national issues we’re focusing on in Washington,” a congressman said. A driver put it succinctly: “I’m really unhappy.”

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Trump upends Wisconsin governor primary by endorsing Tim Michels, snubbing GOP favorite

Former President Donald Trump endorsed Republican Tim Michels in the Wisconsin gubernatorial primary, snubbing the state’s former lieutenant governor.

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Supreme Court May Hear ‘800-Pound Gorilla’ of Election Law Cases

Next week the justices will consider whether to resolve a long-simmering dispute about the power of state legislatures in federal elections.

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June 06, 2022 at 02:00AM

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Boris Johnson faces no-confidence vote that could oust him from power

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson faces a vote of that could remove him from power on Monday amid public anger over the 'partygate' scandal.

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How adoption agencies are responding to potential overturning of Roe v. Wade

With a staff of three, the Choice Network adoption agency in Columbus, Ohio, has diligently been working to raise money over the last few months to boost its

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Black leaders aren't surprised Roe is at risk, but they're prepared for the aftermath

When Donald Trump was elected president, Marcela Howell, the founder and executive director of a national reproductive justice advocacy group in Washington, D.C

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There’s no reason to question why BTS was at the White House

It's ignorant to criticize the Biden administration for inviting K-pop group BTS to discuss anti-Asian hate, which is a global issue.

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How Influential Election Deniers Have Fueled a Fight to Control Elections

Several prominent promoters of election misinformation are backing a slate of Republican candidates running for secretary of state in races across the country.

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How Asylum Seekers Cross the Border

The southern border is seeing a historic spike in migrant crossings. Many are coming in hope of asking for asylum, a right that has been unavailable because of pandemic-related restrictions on immigration. A New York Times photographer documented three ways that people cross the border into the United States.

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June 05, 2022 at 12:00AM

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Uvalde funeral attendant who encountered gunman says he tried to go after shooter, was held back

Cody Briseno, a funeral attendant who works across the street from the site of the state's deadliest school shooting, was one of the first people to encounter

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Victims' parents, survivors of Uvalde and Buffalo shootings to testify before House Oversight panel

Survivors and parents of victims of the Uvalde and Buffalo shootings will testify before the House Oversight Committee next week as Congress negotiates gun legislation.

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Two dead, 13 injured in shooting in Philadelphia, police say

Two people were killed and 13 others injured when gunfire broke out in Philadelphia overnight, police said early Sunday.

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The glaring problem with saying 'commonsense gun laws'

President Joe Biden’s speech to the nation Thursday about gun violence was a much-needed step in the right direction.

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Why we didn't celebrate Gay Pride Month in women's prison

Gay Pride Month isn't a thing in women's prison — even though prison is filled with queer women. Why LGBTQ pride is no match for jail homophobia in America.

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Black leaders aren't surprised Roe is at risk, but they're prepared for the aftermath

When Donald Trump was elected president, Marcela Howell, the founder and executive director of a national reproductive justice advocacy group in Washington, D.C

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For Beto O’Rourke, Talk of Gun Control Has Become Both a Political Risk and Reward

Mr. O’Rourke is returning to an issue that had haunted his campaign for Texas governor for months.

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Four killed, dozens injured in apparent train derailment in Germany

A train accident in the Alps in southern Germany on Friday left at least four people dead and many more injured, authorities said.

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Grandfather, 4 grandchildren killed by escaped Texas inmate are identified

The Texas family killed by an escaped inmate was identified as a 66-year-old man and his four grandchildren, authorities said.

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Kuwait summons top U.S. diplomat over pro-LGBT tweets

Kuwait summoned a top U.S. diplomat on Thursday over tweets from the American embassy expressing support for LGBT rights, the country’s foreign ministry said.

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Voters Say They Want Gun Control. Their Votes Say Something Different.

Broad public support on the issue may not be as broad as polling shows or as Democrats hope.

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Is ‘Greedflation’ Rewriting Economics, or Do Old Rules Still Apply?

Economists and politicians are debating whether monopolistic companies are fueling inflation in ways that confound longstanding theory.

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June 03, 2022 at 02:00AM

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Canada says Chinese warplanes harassed its patrol aircraft

Canada’s military has accused Chinese warplanes of harassing its patrol aircraft as they monitor sanction evasions by North Korea, sometimes forcing Canadian planes to divert from their flight paths.

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Scripps National Spelling Bee: Lightning round spells victory for Texas eighth grader Harini Logan

It took a tiebreaking “spell-off," but Texas eighth grader Harini Logan was crowned the new spelling bee champ Thursday night.

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Are the Movies Liberal?

Everyone knows Hollywood is progressive. But look at the films it churns out. They tell another story.

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Economic Scorecard: Biggest Numbers May Not Be Best, for Now

As the Federal Reserve tries to rein in inflation without causing a recession, slower job creation and wage growth could be a plus.

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Trailblazing 'Jeopardy!' champion Mattea Roach reflects on 23-game win streak

In honor of Pride Month, NBC Out is highlighting and celebrating a new generation of LGBTQ trailblazers, creators and newsmakers.

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Deadliest Mass Shootings Are Mostly by People 21 or Younger

Six of the nine deadliest mass shootings in the United States since 2018 were by people who were 21 or younger, a shift from earlier decades.

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Shanghai aims to return to normal, but many find it hard to recover from the harsh lockdown

Shanghai is set to end a two-month lockdown on June 1, but the stringent restrictions have taken a toll on the economy, public health and trust in the government.

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Queen's plane forced to delay landing due to lightning storm

A plane carrying Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II back to London on Tuesday ahead of the Platinum Jubilee was forced to delay its landing due to a lightning storm.

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'Star Wars' stands up for ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ actor Moses Ingram after she got racist messages

In a series of tweets, the "Star Wars" account stood behind actor Moses Ingram, who plays Reva in the new “Star Wars” series “Obi-Wan Kenobi.”

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Brooklyn subway shooting victim sues gun maker Glock for fueling 'public nuisance'

A woman who was shot in the Brooklyn subway shooting in April that left 10 people injured in filed a lawsuit Tuesday against gun maker Glock Inc.

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I survived the Columbine massacre 23 years ago. Now my kids have to fear the next one.

I survived the Columbine school shooting in 1999 — then watched the Uvalde shooter repeat America's cycle of gun death and murder in Texas.

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In Alaska, the Race to Succeed Don Young Is Raucous and Crowded

Four dozen candidates, including Sarah Palin and Santa Claus, are facing a complex election schedule to follow the man who represented Alaska for 49 years.

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Shanghai starts coming back to life as Covid lockdown eases

Shanghai residents visited the waterfront Bund and ate and drank along streets patrolled by police early Wednesday as they savored the easing of a two-month Covid-19 lockdown.

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'Stranger Things' star on Will's sexuality: 'It's up to the audience's interpretation'

With 16 main characters, at least a dozen new characters, and five major locations — including a prison in Soviet-era Russia and a converted underground

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Yellowstone visitor dies after bison gores her, tosses her 10 feet

A woman visiting Yellowstone National Park died after a bison gored her and tossed her into the air, park officials said Tuesday.

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