Report on Anti-Gay Slur Could Put Wisconsin News Site Out of Business

When a north-central Wisconsin news site reported that a businessman had uttered a homophobic slur, he sued, claiming defamation. The legal bills are piling up.

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August 15, 2023 at 06:00AM

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L.A. 'flash rob' tactics revealed and 'The Blind Side' subject says story was a lie: Morning Rundown

Trump indictment, The Blind Side, Michael Oher, Chagas disease, Hawaii chemicals, Lahania looters, Los Angeles 'flash rob', Rich Men of North Richmond

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What to do about record youth unemployment? Stop telling anyone about it, China decides.

Chinese officials said they would temporarily stop publishing the youth unemployment rate, which has reached record highs in recent months.

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How Trump Could Be Arrested and Booked, and What Happens Next

The former president must surrender to the authorities in Fulton County, Ga., by noon on Aug. 25, the district attorney said.

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August 15, 2023 at 03:45AM

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Rachel Zegler gets viral backlash as comments about ‘Snow White’ remake resurface

Interview clips of Rachel Zegler from 2022 have resurfaced on social media, where people are criticizing comments she made about the film.

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Zooey Deschanel and Jonathan Scott are engaged after 4 years of dating

Zooey Deschanel and Jonathan Scott are engaged after four years of dating.

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Families of 17 USS Cole Sailors Killed by Al Qaeda Await Justice at Guantánamo Bay

Families of the sailors who were killed in the bombing of the U.S.S. Cole and survivors having been making the trek to the war court at Guantánamo Bay for pretrial hearings since 2011.

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August 15, 2023 at 02:01AM

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Norwegian climber denies she could have done more to save the life of Pakistani porter

Norwegian climber Kristin Harila pushed back against claims that she could have done more to save the life of a Pakistani porter who died near the peak of K2.

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GOP candidates prepare for the possibility Trump shows up at the debate after all

Donald Trump hasn’t committed to the first GOP presidential primary debate next week, but he’ll be there — whether it’s onstage or in his opponents’ heads.

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North Korea’s Kim orders sharp increase in missile production

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un toured major munitions factories and ordered a drastic increase in production of missiles and other weapons, state media said.

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Why Alabama’s Congressional Maps May Need to Be Redrawn, Again

A panel of federal judges will soon decide whether Alabama Republicans complied with a court mandate to create a map that gives Black voters more power.

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August 14, 2023 at 02:00AM

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Gen Z is reclaiming what it means to be a hater

A clip of a song called “Haters Anthem” has inspired many on TikTok to embrace the label.

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Russian warship fires warning shots on cargo ship in Black Sea

A Russian warship fired warning shots with automatic weapons on a Palau-flagged ship in the Black Sea as it made its way towards Ukraine, the Kremlin said.

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‘Barbie’ triggers heated discussions over patriarchy and feminism in China

The“Barbie” movie has triggered discussions over patriarchy and feminism in China where there is awareness of gender inequality but also a social backlash.

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India's Modi survives no-confidence vote over his handling of ethnic violence

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi easily defeated a vote of no-confidence taken by the opposition over his handling of a deadly ethnic conflict in Manipur.

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Republicans Wanted a Special Counsel Investigation of Hunter Biden. Now Many Oppose It.

Although some G.O.P. lawmakers see the appointment of David C. Weiss as a vindication of their strategy, others criticize the now-scuttled plea deal he struck with Mr. Biden.

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August 12, 2023 at 09:01AM

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With banking issues and financial scams on the rise, customers face an uphill battle when something goes wrong

About a week ago, an unknown number of Wells Fargo customers were suddenly unable to withdraw money from their bank accounts.

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Just how bad is alcohol? Eight experts weigh in on the risks and supposed benefits of drinking

Nutritionists and doctors explain the risks and supposed benefits of alcohol: Abstaining is healthiest, but modest drinking doesn’t carry significant risk.

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Iowa State Fair Goers Weigh In on a Possible Trump-Biden Rematch

Lisa Lerer, a national political correspondent for The New York Times, spoke to voters about their options in the 2024 presidential election.

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August 12, 2023 at 06:44AM

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Hunter Biden’s growing legal woes throw a new wrench into the 2024 election

The appointment of special counsel David Weiss creates a fresh headache for Biden's re-election campaign, distracting from his message and potentially drawing attention away from likely GOP opponent Donald Trump’s mounting legal problems.

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Black lenders look to tap hidden strengths in a tough year for small banks

From a spate of bank failures to rising interest rates, this year’s headwinds for smaller lenders have hurt but not halted Black-run banks’ progress.

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Trump and DeSantis Appear at the Iowa State Fair in a Rare Candidate Convergence

The leading Republican presidential rivals will be circling each other at the event on Saturday, just months before the crucial Iowa caucuses.

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August 12, 2023 at 02:00AM

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Assassinated Ecuadorian candidate stood up to organized crime

Ecuadorian presidential candidate Fernando Villavicencio challenged organized crime just days before he was assassinated in Quito at a campaign event.

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Spiraling Legal Bills Threaten Trump With a Cash Crunch

The former president’s political orbit, including the super PAC that backs him, is already spending more than it is taking in — an unusual trajectory this far out from an election.

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August 11, 2023 at 02:01AM

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Freight Railroads Seek Changes to Federal Safety Program Before Joining It

After the derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, the nation’s major freight railroads agreed to join a federal program for workers to report safety issues. But first, they want it to be overhauled.

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August 11, 2023 at 02:00AM

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Trump Says He Won’t Sign Loyalty Pledge Required for G.O.P. Debate

The Republican National Committee has demanded that 2024 contenders pledge to support the eventual nominee in order to debate. The former president is refusing.

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August 10, 2023 at 06:32AM

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Maui wildfires latest and 'Big Brother' contestant kicked off for slur: Morning Rundown

Get everything you need to know to start your day. Sign up to get the Morning Rundown newsletter to your email inbox.

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Inflation is down, but a return to 'normal' prices is a long way off

When did everything get to be so expensive and will prices ever come down again?

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36 dead, 11,000 flee as wildfires rip through Maui in 'unprecedented disaster'

Live Blog: 6 dead as thousands flee 'unprecedented' disaster

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Taylor Swift announces ‘1989 (Taylor’s Version)’ is coming

Taylor Swift’s re-release of her “1989” album is officially on its way to your ears.

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Racing to Stop Trump, Republicans Descend on the Iowa State Fair

As the state fair and its Republican pageantry begin, Donald Trump’s rivals face a transformed political environment in Iowa, where he holds a comfortable edge in polls despite rarely visiting.

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August 10, 2023 at 02:00AM

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Onetime capital of the Hawaiian Kingdom reduced to ash and rubble by deadly wildfire

Lahaina, a historic town that once was the capital of the Kingdom of Hawaii, has been largely reduced to ash as wildfires continued to rip through the state Wednesday.

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Ron DeSantis Looks to Regain His Footing. Here’s What Republican Strategists Say He Should Do Next.

Ron DeSantis has cut back, reorganized, reset and refocused his presidential campaign. We talked to Republican strategists about what they think he ought to do next.

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August 10, 2023 at 12:00AM

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Billy Porter says ‘I have to sell my house’ due to Hollywood strikes

Billy Porter revealed in a recent interview with Evening Standard that he has to sell his house amid the ongoing strikes in Hollywood in order to save money.

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Mourners gather in Ireland to say goodbye to Sinead O'Connor

Fans are gathering in singer Sinead O’Connor’s former hometown in Ireland to say goodbye ahead of her funeral.

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Ohio Vote on Issue 1 Shows Abortion’s Potency to Shape Elections

The Dobbs ruling has turned a coalition of liberal, swing and moderate Republican voters into a political force. Even in August in Ohio.

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August 09, 2023 at 02:00AM

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South Korea begins evacuating thousands of global Scouts from its coast as a tropical storm nears

Buses began moving tens of thousands of Scouts to inland venues Tuesday ahead of a tropical storm, bringing an effective end to a World Scout Jamboree that had already struggled with heat, hygiene and land use controversies.

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Trump Charges Could Speed Moves to Impeach or Censure Biden Officials

Punishments meant to be used only in the most serious circumstances have grown politicized and normalized. New charges against former President Donald J. Trump are likely to spur more recriminations.

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August 08, 2023 at 02:00AM

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The new liberal majority on the Wisconsin Supreme Court is off to a tense start

The Wisconsin Supreme Court's new liberal majority is likely to face cases on abortion and other partisan issues as tension with conservatives grows.

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North Korea's Kim tours weapons factories and vows to advance war readiness

North Korean leader Kim toured the country’s key weapons factories and pledged to speed up efforts to advance arms and war readiness, state media said Sunday.

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'Of course he lost': Ron DeSantis rejects Trump's 2020 election claims

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Sunday rejected Donald Trump's claim that he was the true winner of the 2020 presidential election in his most forceful comments to date on the matter.

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Nikki Haley Fights to Stay Competitive in GOP Primary Dominated by Trump

The former South Carolina governor is campaigning at a grueling pace, but polling suggests that so far, Republican voters aren’t flocking to her.

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August 07, 2023 at 02:50AM

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A Mississippi community takes on a U.K. energy giant over pollution concerns

During the last weeks of July, a handful of residents from Gloster, a majority-Black, low-income community in southwest Mississippi, prepared for a meeting with Drax Group, a U.K.-based energy company that operates a wood pellet production plant in the small town.

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High-stakes Ohio ballot measure sets the stage for another hostile Senate race

The first battle of Ohio's Senate race arrives Tuesday with a special election on a hot-button ballot measure.

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Team USA take on Sweden in last-16 of the Women's World Cup in Australia and New Zealand.

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How to Catch Pandemic Fraud? Prosecutors Try Novel Methods.

Strained by limited resources, prosecutors are deploying special teams and nurturing local relationships to catch up to a wave of fraud.

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August 06, 2023 at 02:00AM

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Vivek Ramaswamy suggests U.S. may be aiding Ukraine because of Hunter Biden

COUNCIL BLUFFS, Iowa — Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy implied Saturday that American involvement in the war in Ukraine may be because of President Joe Biden's son Hunter Biden.

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Who is Kai Cenat, the Twitch streamer who sparked pandemonium in New York City with a gaming giveaway?

Twitch streamer Kai Cenat hosted a game console giveaway Friday afternoon in New York City’s Union Square Park.

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Niger’s junta rulers ask for help from Russia's Wagner mercenary group

Niger’s new military junta has asked for help from the Russian Wagner mercenary group as the deadline nears for it to release the country’s ousted president.

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Heatwave-hit jamboree in South Korea in doubt as scouts leave

The World Scout Jamboree in South Korea faced calls to be canceled after contingents from the U.S. and Britain pulled out over extreme heat and weather conditions.

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On the Campaign Trail, an Impossible Task: Ignoring Trump’s Latest Charges

Voters pressed them to weigh in. Reporters asked about pardons. Mike Pence was heckled. Republicans found it’s not easy to escape the fallout from Donald J. Trump’s legal peril.

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August 05, 2023 at 02:00AM

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Trump’s Legal Team Is Enmeshed in a Tangle of Possible Conflicts

Former President Donald J. Trump’s growing cast of lawyers is marked by a web of overlapping interests encompassing witnesses, co-defendants and potential targets.

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August 05, 2023 at 12:00AM

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CDC advisers recommend RSV drug to protect babies ahead of virus' anticipated fall spread

The drug is an antibody injection given to infants up to 19 months old ahead of RSV season. Next, the CDC director is expected to recommend the shot.

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Chris Christie Meets With Ukrainian President in Surprise Trip to Kyiv

Mr. Christie is the second 2024 G.O.P. hopeful to visit the war-torn nation, signaling his support for Ukraine in its effort to repel Russia.

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August 04, 2023 at 05:09AM

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Russian warship appears damaged in Ukrainian sea drone attack on navy base

Russia said Friday that Ukraine had attacked the Black Sea port of Novorossiysk using naval drones, with the Olenegorsky Gornyak warship apparently damaged.

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Multipronged $50 million campaign backed by labor aims to prioritize child and senior care

A new labor-backed campaign plans to spend at least $50 million ahead of the 2024 election to put child and senior care legislation back on the priority list, after it fell out of President Joe Biden’s legislative agenda during his administration.

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Pence Reaches Fork in Road of 2024 Campaign With New Trump Indictment

The former vice president and Jan. 6 witness is campaigning to persuade voters. But is he also trying to warn them?

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August 04, 2023 at 02:01AM

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Trump’s Lead in Iowa Is Less Dominant, Poll Shows

New polling suggests that Gov. Ron DeSantis’s efforts in Iowa have been having an effect, but that the challenge of defeating Mr. Trump there is complicated by multiple factors.

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August 04, 2023 at 12:00AM

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U.S. women acknowledge sluggish start but insist on embracing World Cup 'joy'

The USWNT's draw with Portugal capped a disappointing group stage, but American stars' confidence isn't lacking.

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Trump 2024: Running for President, and to Beat the Rap

Donald J. Trump has long understood the stakes in the election: The courts may decide his cases, but only voters can decide whether to return him to power.

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August 03, 2023 at 02:00AM

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Ron DeSantis agrees to debate Gavin Newsom

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis told Fox News' Sean Hannity on Wednesday that he would be willing to debate Democratic California Gov. Gavin Newsom.

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Four Nigerians survived 14 days on a ship’s rudder before rescue in Brazil

On their tenth day at sea, the four Nigerian stowaways crossing the Atlantic in a tiny space above the rudder of a cargo ship ran out of food and drink.

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The Seattle Kraken embraced thirsty ‘Booktok’ hockey romance videos. It backfired.

What started as a playful thirst for hockey players on TikTok quickly devolved into what Seattle Kraken player Alexander Wennberg and his wife have blasted as inappropriate behavior.

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Trump Jan. 6 Indictment Relies Heavily on House Panel’s Work

The special House committee that investigated the attack on the Capitol created the road map for the charges against the former president.

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August 02, 2023 at 02:00AM

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British chain Costa Coffee faces boycott calls over transgender illustration

Anti-LGBTQ social media users are threatening to boycott Costa Coffee after a photo of one of its mobile cafe vans, which bore an illustration of a transgender person, began to circulate online Monday.

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MrBeast sues his food delivery partner over ‘low quality’ food

YouTuber MrBeast filed a lawsuit against Virtual Dining Concepts, claiming the company damaged his reputation by serving customers “low quality” food.

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Nearly all of Trump’s biggest 2020 super PAC donors refrain from giving to his rivals

Very few of Donald Trump's top 2020 donors have given to his rivals this cycle, a new analysis of Federal Election Commission filings by CNBC and NBC News shows.

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Can the Race Really Be That Close? Yes, Biden and Trump Are Tied.

A Times/Siena poll suggests a slight Biden edge among voters who don’t like either candidate.

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August 01, 2023 at 12:00AM

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Ye's Twitter account is unsuspended months after it was banned over swastika post

Ye's account on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, was unsuspended Saturday, more than six months after it was banned over a post showing an image of a swastika inside a Star of David.

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Who Paid for a Mysterious Spy Tool? The F.B.I., an F.B.I. Inquiry Found

After a Times report, the bureau canceled its contract with a government contractor that used the tool on its behalf. But questions remain.

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July 31, 2023 at 12:00AM

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Trump Crushing DeSantis and G.O.P. Rivals, Times/Siena Poll Finds

The twice-indicted former president leads across nearly every category and region, as primary voters wave off concerns about his escalating legal jeopardy.

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July 31, 2023 at 12:08AM

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Why Trump Is So Hard to Beat

The first Times/Siena poll of the G.O.P. primary shows he still commands a seemingly unshakable base of loyal supporters.

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July 31, 2023 at 12:03AM

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Drones target Russian capital on eve of military parade attended by Putin

Russian officials say they shot down Ukrainian drones targeting Moscow, hours before the start of a major military parade attended by President Vladimir Putin.

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Inside the online world of people who think they can change their race

Practitioners of “race change to another,” or RCTA, purport to be able to manifest physical changes in their appearance and even their genetics to truly become a different race.

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Blasts at power station fire cut off electricity in much of scorching Iraq

Power was cut off in large swaths of southern and central Iraq for much of Saturday during scorching summer heat and observances of the Shiite holy day of Ashoura after a fire broke out at a power station in the southern city of Basra.

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Judge blocks Arkansas law allowing librarians to be criminally charged over ‘harmful’ materials

Arkansas is temporarily blocked from enforcing a law that would have allowed criminal charges against librarians and booksellers for providing “harmful” materials to minors, a federal judge ruled Saturday.

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The Legacy Dilemma: What to Do About Privileges for the Privileged?

Alumni of many colleges are wrestling with whether the practice of legacy admissions should survive after the Supreme Court gutted race-based admissions programs.

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July 30, 2023 at 02:00AM

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The Secret History of Gun Rights: How Lawmakers Armed the N.R.A.

They served in Congress and on the N.R.A.’s board at the same time. Over decades, a small group of legislators led by a prominent Democrat pushed the gun lobby to help transform the law, the courts and views on the Second Amendment.

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July 30, 2023 at 12:00AM

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Mass shooting near community event leaves 5 injured in Seattle

A mass shooting near a community event in Seattle Friday night left five people injured, two of whom were in critical condition, police said.

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Children among 9 injured by Russian missile strikes on eastern city, Ukrainian officials say

Two children were among nine people injured when Russian missiles hit two buildings the central city of Dnpiro late Friday, Ukrainian officials said.

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Putin searches for more friends at Africa summit but low turnout dampens bid for influence

Russian pomp and circumstance greeted 17 leaders of African countries who arrived in St.

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Trump's rivals let GOP voters believe he's a winner — and it's coming back to bite them

Trump's rivals hoped to appeal to conservatives fed up with losing, but they never called out his 2020 loss. Now GOP voters believe Trump can win again.

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The Dave Matthews Band, Reconsidered

When we’re young, we define ourselves as much by the culture we disdain as by what we love. One of the pleasures of adulthood is letting some of that go.

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July 29, 2023 at 03:36AM

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Julian Assange case has 'dragged on for too long,' Australian foreign minister says

Australia’s Foreign Minister Penny Wong said the case of imprisoned Wikileaks founder Julian Assange had gone on too long and needs to be completed.

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U.S. announces $345 million military aid package for Taiwan

The U.S. on Friday announced $345 million in military aid for Taiwan, in what is the Biden administration’s first major package drawing on America’s own stockpiles to help Taiwan counter China.

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Videos of Dianne Feinstein and Mitch McConnell Resurface Questions About Age

Two troubling moments involving Senators Dianne Feinstein and Mitch McConnell thrust questions about aging in office out of Congress and into the national conversation.

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July 29, 2023 at 12:00AM

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Tyler Perry offers $100,000 reward for information about gay man's killing

Actor and filmmaker Tyler Perry is offering a reward of $100,000 to anyone who has information about the killing of a Black gay man in Grenada.

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Will the winner take it all? Mega Millions jackpot now at $910 million

Lottery players will have another shot at a huge Mega Millions jackpot Friday night and a chance to break a stretch of more than three months without a big winner of the game.

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More Charges Against Trump

A revised indictment details his unusual handling of classified documents.

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July 28, 2023 at 03:25AM

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How Did We Do? A Review of 2022 Before Our First Poll of 2023.

Trying to learn from a strong midterm run as we start surveying the G.O.P. primary.

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July 28, 2023 at 02:00AM

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California stabbing suspect arrested after posting video of the fatal attack online, police say

A California man is accused of fatally stabbing a woman and posting video of the killing on Facebook, San Mateo police said Thursday.

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Beyoncé's mom Tina Knowles-Lawson files for divorce

Tina Knowles-Lawson and Richard Lawson are going their separate ways. Beyoncé’s mom filed for divorce from her husband of eight years on July 26, according to Los Angeles court documents.

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Labor Department Decries Surge in Exploited Migrant Children

The agency said it had found thousands of cases where minors were employed in illegal, often dangerous jobs. Congress has accused the health secretary of failing to protect them.

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July 27, 2023 at 02:01AM

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More Income for the Supreme Court: Million-Dollar Book Deals

The deals have become highly lucrative for the justices, including for those who used court staff members to help research and promote their books.

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July 27, 2023 at 02:00AM

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Jobs Sit Empty in the Public Sector, So Unions Help Recruit

Shortages of state and city personnel, especially those who must work on site, are so dire that unions are helping to get people in the door.

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July 27, 2023 at 02:00AM

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Biden to Announce Steps to Help Communities Deal With Extreme Heat

The measures include protections for workers and funds for better weather prediction, but they are unlikely to satisfy activists who have pushed the president to do more to combat climate change.

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July 27, 2023 at 02:00AM

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Once Wary, Biden to Host Italy’s Meloni at the White House

President Biden had feared the electoral victory of Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni’s far-right party last fall would spell trouble. But she has proved to be a strong ally in the American-led effort to support Ukraine.

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July 27, 2023 at 02:00AM

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Biden and Legacy Admissions: A Political Win and a ‘Band Aid’ for Education

After an affirmative action ruling, legacy admissions are a ripe target. Still, skyrocketing tuition costs and mountains of debt remain far greater worries for many Americans.

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July 27, 2023 at 12:00AM

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Kansas football lineman charged in connection with alleged bomb threat

University of Kansas football offensive lineman Joseph Krause made his first court appearance Tuesday after he was charged with allegedly making a bomb threat that prompted the evacuation of a stadium.

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Anti-Trump Ads in Iowa Feature Republican Voters Who Turned Against Him

Hoping to persuade G.O.P. voters that Donald Trump cannot win another general election, the Republican Accountability Project is running ads that feature voters who grew disillusioned with him.

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July 26, 2023 at 02:00AM

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Search underway for prisoner who escaped Colorado jail with 3 others

One of four people who escaped from a Colorado jail was on the loose Tuesday, after two of them were recaptured and a third was found dead, the Bent County Sheriff’s Office said.

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18 best body washes for every skin type, according to experts

What body wash works for dry skin? Here are the best body washes for various skin types and needs from brands like Cetaphil, CeraVe, Eucerin, Olay and more.

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Our favorite tinted sunscreens for everyday use

Tinted sunscreen is just as effective as regular sunscreen, experts say. Shop the best tinted sunscreen from EltaMD, bareMinerals, Ilia, Tower 28, Saie, Supergoop and more.

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Babies with eczema could go on to develop food allergies, asthma and hay fever - in that order

Allergies in kids often follow a predictable pattern, new research finds. The "allergic march" goes from eczema to food allergies and asthma to hay fever.

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Nebraska officials search for mountain lion spotted on home security video

A search is underway in Omaha, Nebraska, for a mountain lion who was spotted by a home security camera roaming around a residential area on Monday, officials said.

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Biden Takes His Battle for Democracy Case by Case

President Biden’s decisions on when to speak out forcefully for democracy can prove tricky.

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July 25, 2023 at 02:00AM

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Biden to Create Monument to Emmett Till Amid Fights Over Black History

The murder of 14-year-old Emmett Till and the activism of his grieving mother helped galvanize the civil rights movement in America.

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July 25, 2023 at 02:00AM

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Heat waves hitting U.S. and Europe 'virtually impossible' without climate change, researchers say

The heat waves simultaneously broiling the southwest United States and southern Europe would have been “virtually impossible” if not for climate change, according to a group of scientists who study the probability of extreme weather events.

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Unions working at the 2024 Democratic convention promise no picket signs

Democratic officials and labor groups on Tuesday are expected to formally sign a labor peace agreement covering the 2024 Democratic National Convention.

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Twitter rebrands to 'X' as Elon Musk loses iconic bird logo

Twitter has officially rebranded to "X" after owner Elon Musk changed its iconic bird logo on Monday, marking the latest major shift since his takeover of the social media platform.

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U.S. to 'beat up' airlines when necessary for passengers, transportation secretary says

U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg said he is willing to take a hard line with airlines when necessary as the Biden administration vows a sweeping upgrade in passenger consumer protections.

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Movie director Christopher Nolan warns of AI's 'Oppenheimer moment'

Christopher Nolan warns of AI's Oppenheimer moment as tech industry faces moral questions.

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Will Hurd Searches for a 2024 Republican Base

Hoping to break through a crowded presidential field in 2024, the former Texas congressman is pitching himself as a modern and moderate Republican with a bipartisan vision.

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July 24, 2023 at 02:00AM

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Republicans up the personal attacks on Biden and his family

GOP presidential candidates have started to go after President Joe Biden for his lack of a relationship with one of Hunter Biden’s daughters.

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A ‘Leaner-Meaner’ DeSantis Campaign Faces a Reboot and a Reckoning

The campaign’s missteps and swelling costs have made donors and allies anxious. One person close to the Florida governor said he had experienced a “challenging learning curve.”

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July 23, 2023 at 02:00AM

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3 dead in Washington state listeria cluster

Three people were dead and two others have survived after suffering severe infections from listeria in Washington state, health officials said in a report posted Friday.

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Drugmakers Throw ‘Kitchen Sink’ to Halt Medicare Price Negotiations

The government will soon announce the first 10 medications that will be subject to price negotiations with Medicare under a new law. Drugmakers are fighting the measure in court.

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July 23, 2023 at 12:00AM

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China sends dozens of warplanes toward Taiwan as island prepares for anti-invasion exercises

China sent dozens of warplanes, including fighter jets and bombers, toward Taiwan, the island’s Defense Ministry said.

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Welcome to Barbenheimer Weekend

You have little choice but to surrender to the dark and the air conditioning and the allure of two of the summer’s biggest movies.

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July 22, 2023 at 03:19AM

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Marie Gluesenkamp Pérez’s Business Targeted With Bad Reviews After Student Loan Vote

Representative Marie Gluesenkamp Pérez’s automobile repair business has become a target of online trolls on the left after she opposed President Biden’s student loan forgiveness initiative.

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July 22, 2023 at 02:00AM

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Body found in Philadelphia river likely that of child missing in flood, officials say

A young girl's body found in a river in Philadelphia on Friday is strongly believed to be that of 2-year-old Matilda Sheils, who was swept away along with her brother in floodwaters a week ago, officials said.

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Big Business Gets Bigger

The U.S. government is struggling to crack down on corporate concentration.

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July 21, 2023 at 03:12AM

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Commanders’ Dan Snyder fined $60 million by NFL after investigation finds workplace misconduct

Washington Commanders owner Dan Snyder sexually harassed a team employee and oversaw team executives who deliberately withheld millions of dollars in revenue from other clubs, according to findings announced by the NFL on Thursday, and has agreed to pay a $60 million fine.

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Hard Questions if Biden’s Approval Doesn’t Follow Economy’s Rise

This is about the time when many presidents see their standing turn around, including Ronald Reagan and Bill Clinton.

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July 21, 2023 at 02:00AM

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Sen. Casey rolls out bills to protect workers from AI surveillance and 'robot bosses'

Sen. Bob Casey will unveil two new bills Thursday that target artificial intelligence in the workplace.

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Tiered Work Forces

The rise of piecemeal work is a key issue in the Hollywood writers’ strike.

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July 20, 2023 at 03:26AM

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House committee takes aim at U.S. venture capital firms for investments in Chinese A.I.

A House committee sent letters to four separate U.S. venture capital firms expressing “serious concern” about their investments in Chinese tech startups.

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Congress Looks to Improve Air Travel Through F.A.A. Reauthorization

The House cleared away a number of potential sticking points that threatened to hold up the bill to reauthorize the Federal Aviation Administration.

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July 20, 2023 at 02:00AM

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Gunman who 'ambushed' Fargo officers had 1,800 rounds of ammunition and a grenade, AG says

The gunman who ambushed Fargo police officers in Friday had an arsenal that included 1,800 rounds of ammunition and a homemade hand grenade, officials said.

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Russia launches 'hellish' attack on Ukraine’s Odesa port after Moscow vowed payback for Crimea bridge

Russia launched a massive air attack on the Ukrainian port of Odesa for a second night in row, which one Ukrainian official on Wednesday described as “hellish,” but authorities vowed not be intimidated and to continue work to export grain.

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Southern California school board rejects curriculum that mentions Harvey Milk

A Southern California school board has become the latest proxy for culture wars brewing across the country after a conservative bloc voted to formally reject state-endorsed curriculum that would have mentioned gay rights figure Harvey Milk.

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What to know about weight loss drugs for teens

A major medical group says doctors should suggest prescribing weight loss drugs to help combat obesity. The FDA has approved four weight loss drugs for adolescents so far.

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Iowa’s GOP caucus date is set — but timing New Hampshire’s primary is not so simple

New Hampshire has not yet said when its 2024 primary will be held, partly due to changes the Democratic Party has made to its 2024 nominating process.

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An Alaska man inadvertently filmed his own drowning with his helmet GoPro, officials say

An Alaska man inadvertently filmed his own drowning on a glacial lake with a GoPro camera mounted on his helmet, but authorities who recovered the camera have not yet found his body, officials said Tuesday.

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Powerball jackpot swells to $1 billion for Wednesday's drawing

Wednesday's Powerball jackpot has grown to an estimated $1 billion for the third time in the game's 31-year history, officials said.

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Henry Kissinger meets with China’s defense minister in Beijing

Henry Kissinger, a former U.S. secretary of state, met with China’s defense minister, Li Shangfu, in Beijing on Tuesday, the ministry said in a statement.

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Biden Administration Unveils Tougher Guidelines on Mergers

The proposed road map for regulatory reviews, last updated in 2020, includes a focus on tech platforms for the first time.

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July 19, 2023 at 02:00AM

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The Biden administration announces a cybersecurity labeling program for smart devices

The Biden administration and major consumer technology players on Tuesday launched an effort to put a nationwide cybersecurity certification and labeling program in place to help consumers choose smart devices that are less vulnerable to hacking.

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Chinese property developer Evergrande posts $81 billion loss over the past two years

China Evergrande Group posted a combined loss of $81 billion in its long overdue earnings report late on Monday.

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SAG-AFTRA issues strike guidance specifically for influencers amid confusion

SAG-AFTRA is encouraging digital content creators — even those who aren’t part of the labor union — to avoid promoting films and TV series amid the union's strike.

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Israeli President to Meet With Biden Amid U.S. Unease With Netanyahu

President Biden’s meeting with Isaac Herzog and accompanying declarations of support for Israel have masked strains between the White House and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu.

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July 18, 2023 at 02:00AM

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Cougar that closed Oregon's Cannon Beach moves on

A cougar that climbed onto a towering rock off the coast of northwest Oregon over the weekend has abandoned the formation, allowing for the popular Cannon Beach to reopen to visitors Monday.

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Detainees and advocates decry ‘horrific’ conditions at Louisiana ICE detention center

The Winn Correctional Center in Louisiana has been the subject of years of complaints about inadequate medical care, filthy accommodations and mistreatment.

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Which Presidential Candidates Are Leading the 2024 Money Race?

See who has amassed the most campaign cash so far.

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July 16, 2023 at 01:28PM

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Trump’s Judges: More Religious Ties and More N.R.A. Memberships

A new study also found that judges appointed by the former president were more likely to vote for claims of religious freedom — unless they came from Muslims.

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July 17, 2023 at 02:00AM

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China reports second-quarter GDP miss, another record high in youth unemployment

China said Monday that second-quarter gross domestic product grew by 6.3% from a year ago, missing expectations.

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Trump Plans to Expand Presidential Power Over Agencies in 2025

The former president and his backers aim to strengthen the power of the White House and limit the independence of federal agencies.

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July 17, 2023 at 12:00AM

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Biden’s Campaign Fund-Raising Filing Shows Sluggish Small Donations

Wealthy Democrats have thrown their money behind the president’s re-election bid, but for many reasons, the party’s small donors have yet to step up their contributions.

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July 16, 2023 at 02:00AM

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9 hammocks for leisure and camping, according to experts

Leisure hammocks are best for at-home use, while camping hammocks are lightweight, portable and hung from trees.

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Melvin Wulf, Transformative Civil Liberties Lawyer, Dies at 95

As legal director for 15 years, he made the A.C.L.U. a more aggressive organization and worked with Ruth Bader Ginsburg before she became a United States Supreme Court justice.

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July 15, 2023 at 08:01AM

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LIVE BLOG

An “extremely dangerous heat wave” will plague the western and southern parts of the country over the weekend, forecasters warned early Saturday.

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Consumers are starting to feel better about the U.S. economy

There's still a long way to go — but U.S. consumers are starting to feel better about the economy.

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Texas TikTok ban challenged by lawsuit from university faculty

A coalition representing faculty at Texas public universities is suing Gov.

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Russia investigates if North Korean test missile crashed in its waters, state media reports

Russia is investigating whether a North Korean intercontinental ballistic missile crashed in its waters during a test launch on Wednesday, state media quoted Deputy Foreign Minister Andrei Rudenko as saying.

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After Suffering Heavy Losses, Ukrainians Paused to Rethink Strategy

Early in the counteroffensive, Ukraine lost as much as 20 percent of its weapons and armor. The rate dropped as the campaign slowed and commanders shifted tactics.

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July 15, 2023 at 02:00AM

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Fundraising Deadline for 2024 Presidential Campaigns Arrives: What to Watch

Which presidential and Senate candidates are swimming in cash? Which ones are growing desperate? That and more will become clearer on Saturday, when campaigns must file their latest federal reports.

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July 15, 2023 at 12:00AM

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India blasts rocket into space, aiming to be first country land on moon’s south pole

India’s space agency launched a rocket on Friday that sent a spacecraft into orbit and toward a planned landing next month on the lunar south pole

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Many on dating apps are already in relationships or aren't seeking actual dates, new study finds

Nearly two-thirds of Tinder users reported they were already in a relationship, with some being married while on the app.

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What Really Happened in the Midterms?

A segment of swing voters decided to back Democratic candidates in many critical races.

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July 14, 2023 at 02:00AM

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Biden revels in NATO unity after tensions over Ukraine subside

After a NATO summit that threatened to erupt in divisions, President Joe Biden is basking in the praise of the trans-Atlantic defense pact’s newest member and a soon-to-be addition.

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Philippines allows ‘Barbie’ movie to be screened, calls China map ‘cartoonish’

The Philippines cleared the “Barbie” movie for release following calls to ban the show due to a controversial map of China’s “nine-dash line.”

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Biden in Europe live updates: Biden arrives in Finland after NATO summit

Biden arrives in Finland touting an expanded NATO to counter Putin

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Biden Pledges Long-Term Backing for Ukraine, but a U.S. Election Looms

Citing American politics, some NATO leaders expressed concern that Washington could waver in its support if there were a shift in power.

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July 13, 2023 at 04:04AM

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Democrats Try a Novel Tactic to Revive the Equal Rights Amendment

Proponents of the measure to enshrine a guarantee of sex equality into the Constitution are using a creative legal theory to try to resurrect the long-stalled amendment.

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July 13, 2023 at 02:00AM

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Colorado dentist accused of poisoning wife searched 'how to make murder look like a heart attack,' officials say

Shortly after beginning an affair, a Colorado dentist accused of killing his wife searched online for answers to questions such as “is arsenic detectable in an autopsy?” and “how to make murder look like a heart attack,” police said.

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Person of interest in case of Minnesota woman found dead in storage unit threatened to kill her friend, documents show

A tipster who reported a Minnesota woman missing before her body was found in a storage unit last week said he tried to get her help for a drug addiction but was threatened by a man who authorities have identified as a person of interest in her case, law enforcement documents show.

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Agriculture Dept. to Invest $300 Million to Measure Greenhouse Emissions

The agency is seeking to better monitor greenhouse gases released through farming, which is responsible for about 10 percent of national emissions.

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DeSantis Confronts a Murdoch Empire No Longer Quite So Supportive

The Florida governor has faced tough questions and critical coverage lately from Fox News and other conservative outlets, in a sign of growing skepticism.

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U.S. climate envoy John Kerry to visit China as talks pick up again

John Kerry, special presidential envoy for climate, is set to visit Beijing from July 16 to 19, according to announcements from the U.S. and China.

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The Energy Transition Is Underway. Fossil Fuel Workers Could Be Left Behind.

The Biden administration is trying to increase renewable energy investments in distressed regions, but some are skeptical those measures would be enough to make up for job losses.

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Trump Lawyers Seek Indefinite Postponement of Documents Trial

The former president’s legal team argued in a court filing that no trial date should be set until all “substantive motions” in the case were resolved, setting up an early key decision by Judge Aileen M. Cannon.

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'Life-threatening' floods slam Vermont as torrential rains pound New England

'Life-threatening' floods slam Vermont as torrential rains pound New England

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Iowa Republicans set to kick off special session to push a 6-week abortion ban

Iowa Republicans are preparing to use a special legislative session kicking off Tuesday to advance a ban on most abortions after six weeks.

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White House wants to reduce "tranq dope" deaths by 15% within the next two years

Biden administration officials hope to reduce 'tranq dose' deaths from fentanyl laced with the animal tranquilizer called xylazine, including more testing.

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Blocked Rail Crossings Snarl Towns but Congress Wont Act

The industry has used its muscle to prevent federal, state and local governments from penalizing companies that park freight trains across roads for hours or days.

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When Trains Block a Road Local Officials Have Few Options

The federal government has begun offering $3 billion for bridges and tunnels, but many local governments say they cannot take advantage of the money.

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Solomon Islands leader visits Beijing highlighting U.S.-China rivalry in South Pacific

Leaders of the Solomon Islands and China promised to expand relations that have fueled unease in Washington about Beijing’s influence in the South Pacific.

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Elton John bids an emotional farewell as he ends his final tour: Im trying to process it

After 50 years on the road, Elton John has officially bid farewell to his touring career.

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State Senator Roland Gutierrez Seeks to Unseat Ted Cruz Widening Democratic Field

The state senator, who represents Uvalde, Texas, vowed to make his passionate appeals for gun control a centerpiece of his campaign.

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6 are killed in stabbing at kindergarten in China

Six people were killed and one injured Monday in a knife attack at a kindergarten in southern China.

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As NATO Gathers Unity Among the Alliance Has Become Harder to Sustain

The international cooperation celebrated by President Biden has been challenged as the war in Ukraine drags on and questions linger over that country’s membership in the alliance.

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Tuberville Blockade Over Abortion Policy Threatens Top Military Promotions

The Alabama Republican’s bid to force the Pentagon to drop a policy ensuring access to abortion services for personnel could leave the Joint Chiefs of Staff with more temporary occupants than it has ever faced.

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Early Prime Day deals to shop right now

Amazon Prime Day officially starts July 11, but Prime members can find some of the lowest prices ever on select products before the sale begins.

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The prize goes up to an estimated $650 million and the wait for a winner goes on as there were no PowerBall jackpot winners in Saturday’s draw.

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9 missing in China landslide sparked by heavy rains as temperatures soar

Nine people are missing in central China after a landslide sparked by heavy rains amid flooding and searing temperatures across much of the country, authorities said Sunday.

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Nikki Haley Is Focused on New Hampshire and Moving Up in the Republican Primary

The former South Carolina governor and United Nations ambassador is intensely focused on the state. But her brand of politics may not resonate in the 2024 political climate.

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Yellen calls direct and productive Beijing talks a step toward 'surer footing' for U.S.-China ties

U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said 10 hours of bilateral meetings with senior Chinese officials in recent days were “direct” and “productive."

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The exclusive Horatio Alger Association brought the justice access to wealthy members and unreported V.I.P. treatment. He, in turn, offered another kind of access.

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Russian jets again harass U.S. drones over Syria says U.S. military

For the second time in less than a day, Russian fighter jets harassed U.S. hunter-killer drones operating over Syria, according to the U.S. military.

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California man arrested in connection with serial killings of Mexican sex workers

California man Bryant Rivera is suspected in a string of sex worker slayings in Mexico, the top prosecutor in Baja California said Friday.

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Gov. Kim Reynolds has vowed to be neutral in 2024. But Donald Trump’s team views her as neutral in name only when it comes to Ron DeSantis and his wife.

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A Times Article President Kennedy and a Grave Act' Against U.S. Interests

A New York Times article that reported reinforcements at Soviet missile sites angered President John F. Kennedy, not because it was wrong, but because it was correct.

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A high BMI is not necessarily associated with a higher risk of death study finds

A body mass index in the range considered overweight is not necessarily associated with a higher risk of death, a new study has found.

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Fed Rate Increases Hinge on Strength of Jobs and Economy

How much more the Federal Reserve raises interest rates this year will hinge on the strength of the economy — particularly the labor market.

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An Uneasy Quiet at NATOs Newest Border With Russia

Finland’s membership in the Western military alliance has increased NATO’s borders with Russia by 830 miles — and angered Moscow.

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China says U.S. and Europe were told in advance about export curbs on chipmaking metals

China’s Ministry of Commerce said Thursday the country told the U.S. and Europe about this week’s export controls in advance.

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WHO report on deadly virus among babies in 3 countries has U.S. doctors on edge

Doctors in the U.S. report an uptick in enteroviruses in babies. The summer illnesses come as the WHO reports on dozen cases of deadly viral sepsis in babies in Europe.

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Depression after a brain injury is a distinct condition study finds. That could change how it's treated.

Depression after a traumatic brain injury, such as a concussion, may be a distinct condition, different from other types of depression. That could change treatment.

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Mercenary chief is still in Russia despite deal to end mutiny with exile leader of Belarus says

Russia's Wagner leader Yevgeny Prigozhin is in St. Petersburg, not Belarus where he was banished by the Kremlin, Belarus leader Alexander Lukashenko said.

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Kennedy Christie and the Supreme Court: Are They Changing the Race?

A painful ruling from the court can sometimes free a party from an unpopular stance.

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Prominent female Russian journalist and lawyer brutally attacked in Chechnya

Armed masked men attacked a prominent female journalist and a lawyer in the Russian region of Chechnya after forcing their car to stop.

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Rain kills 15 in southwest China as Xi urges better defenses

Torrential rain killed 15 people in southwest China, as President Xi Jinping called for greater efforts to protect the public from extreme weather.

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Flyana Boss is running all over your TikTok For You page

Flyana Boss is running all over your TikTok For You page. The rap duo have blown up on the platform thanks to their single “You Wish.”

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The D.N.C. Has a Primary Problem

The White House wanted South Carolina to vote first in 2024. The Democratic National Committee obliged. It hasn’t gone according to plan.

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Multiple shark bites reported off New York coast in two days

Several shark encounters and sightings were reported this week, from the East Coast to the Gulf Coast.

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21 best 4th of July sales on Amazon

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Roller coaster riders stuck upside down for hours after 'mechanical failure' at Wisconsin festival

Roller coaster riders at the Forest County Festival in Crandon, Wisconsin festival were stuck hanging upside down for hours over the holiday weekend.

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Despite his alliance with abortion-rights supporters and L.G.B.T.Q. advocates, the president has deftly avoided becoming enmeshed in battles over hotly contested social issues.

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7 Palestinians killed as Israel targets West Bank militant stronghold with drones and troops

Israeli drones struck targets in a militant stronghold in the occupied West Bank city of Jenin early Monday and hundreds of troops were deployed in the area.

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Whos Winning the Trump vs. DeSantis Meme Wars?

The battle reflects the importance of social media for campaigns, and the growing threat of fake images and videos.

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Hollywood and Formula One are having a moment

The world of Formula One is abuzz with the news that Hollywood actors Ryan Reynolds, Rob McElhenney and Michael B. Jordan are leading an eye-popping $218 million investment in the Alpine F1 Team.

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'Rust' prosecutors say film's armorer handed off bag of cocaine after shooting

Prosecutors in the “Rust” case allege that the film’s armorer handed a bag of cocaine to another person on the evening after Halyna Hutchins was killed.

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Boy 7 dies after falling from ferry and mother killed trying to save him

A 7-year-old child who fell overboard from a passenger ferry in the Baltic Sea and his mother, who jumped into the water after him, are both dead, police said Friday.

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As DeSantis Campaigns Disney Sees a Long Road Ahead

The company, long allergic to controversy, is likely to be the subject of very public and partisan criticism throughout the Republican primary.

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'Unabashed': Justice Jackson marks her first year on the Supreme Court unafraid to stake her own position

Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson's first year has illustrated that she is forthright and eager to have her voice heard, even when she is out on her own.

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At least 2 dead and 28 injured in Baltimore mass shooting police say

At least two people were killed and dozens injured in a mass shooting in Baltimore in the early hours of Sunday, officials said.

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How 'climate lockdowns' became the new battleground for conspiracy-driven protest movement

A growing protest movement with roots in opposition to Covid lockdowns is railing against “15-minute cities,” an urban planning idea designed to reduce traffic.

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United Airlines aims to avoid flight disruptions ahead of US Fourth of July travel

United Airlines plans to make changes in flight operations to avoid weather-related disruptions ahead of the Fourth of July holiday travel.

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Lithium Scarcity Pushes Carmakers Into the Mining Business

Ford, General Motors and others are striking deals with mining companies to avoid raw material shortages that could thwart their electric vehicle ambitions.

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Target Circle Week starts July 9

The member-exclusive sale runs from July 9 to July 15 and offers up to 50% off outdoor gear, groceries, apparel and more.

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Giant ducks were supposed to lift spirits in Hong Kong then one of them deflated

HONG KONG — A pair of giant yellow ducks sailed into Hong Kong in early June, brightening its famous Victoria Harbor — only for one of them to deflate.

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35 LGBTQ owned brands to support this year and beyond

LGBTQ+ business owners reflect on the challenges and successes they've faced this year — with highlights from some of our favorite LGBTQ+ owned brands.

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U.S. Foreign Policy Veteran Says Real Danger Is Here in America

Richard N. Haass says the most serious threat to global security is the United States.

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Supreme Court Decisions on Education Could Offer Democrats an Opening

The decisions this week on affirmative action and student loans give Democrats a way to make a case on class and appeal to voters who have drifted away from the party.

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As China crests second Covid wave families still mourn victims of the first one

Even as China declares its second Covid wave over, families both inside and outside China are still grappling with the trauma from the first one.

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Could a Dutch apology for empire and slavery set a royal trend?

Is late truly better than never?

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Google says it will remove Canadian news links from searches in the country

Google announced it will stop showing links to Canadian news on its products in Canada, after the passage of Online News Act.

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Five Ways College Admissions Could Change After Affirmative Action Decision

The Supreme Court’s affirmative action decision could upend how students apply to college, and how they are judged. Here’s how.

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After 27 tries Chinese millionaire considers giving up on college entrance exam

The 27th time was not the charm — and for one Chinese man it could mark the end of a lifelong quest to make it to university.

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Pie in the sky! A wall painting found inPompeii doesn't depict Italys iconic dish

A still-life fresco discovered recently in the Pompeii archaeological site looks like a pizza, but it’s not, experts at the archaeological site said Tuesday.

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Republicans Problem in Attacking Biden: They Helped Pass His Economic Bills

No doubt they will take swings at him anyway. But it may be more difficult to land punches given that plenty of them voted for the bipartisan infrastructure and semiconductor manufacturing bills.

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3 children among 9 dead as Russian missile slams into pizza restaurant

A Russian missile attack that hit a crowded pizza restaurant in an eastern Ukrainian city killed at least nine people, including three children, authorities said Wednesday, as rescue workers continued searching in the destroyed building’s rubble.

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Unrest after police shooting of teenager prompts Franceto heighten security

France’s government on Wednesday announced heightened police presence around Paris and other big cities and called for calm after scattered violence erupted over the death of a 17-year-old delivery driver who was shot and killed during a police check.

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Have you heard the one about the old president? Well Biden has a joke for you

President Joe Biden is increasingly joking about his age, according to an NBC News analysis of his remarks.

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Religious Freedom Arguments Underpin Wave of Challenges to Abortion Bans

In lawsuits challenging state abortion bans, lawyers for abortion rights plaintiffs are employing religious liberty arguments the Christian right has used for decades.

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Poor air quality live updates: Chicago and Detroit smothered by Canadian wildfire smoke

Poor air quality live updates: Chicago and Detroit smothered by Canadian wildfire smoke

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Kevin Spacey trial live updates: Actor faces sex assault charges in London court

Kevin Spacey trial live updates: Actor faces sex assault charges in London court

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Biden to Deliver Major Address on the Economy in Chicago

President Biden hopes to claim credit for what the White House describes as a record-breaking economic revival in America.

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'Planned in plain sight': Senate report finds intel agencies failed in the lead-up to Jan. 6

The FBI and federal agencies failed to prepare for the Jan. 6 Capitol attack and downplayed the potential for violence despite online threats, Senate report finds.

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Senate Report Details Jan. 6 Intelligence and Law Enforcement Failures

The report by Democrats provided the most comprehensive picture to date of how federal officials missed, downplayed or failed to act on multiple threats of and plans for violence.

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Twitter shows users police brutality and anti-vaccine videos on TikTok copycat

After Twitter owner Elon Musk tweeted about a feature on the site that copies TikTok's signature functionality, users discovered a stream of disturbing videos.

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How Vivek Ramaswamy Made the Fortune Fueling His Presidential Run

Mr. Ramaswamy calls himself a scientist from the biotech industry, but his vast fortune stems from two huge paydays that speak to hope and hype in the world of finance.

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Squatter leaves after Russia loses bid to stop Australia from evicting its embassy

Australia’s highest court on Monday dismissed Russia’s application for an injunction to stop Moscow’s embassy from being evicted from the capital, Canberra.

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Sarah McBride Aims to Be First Openly Transgender House Member With 2024 Campaign

Sarah McBride is no stranger to firsts: In 2012, she became the first openly transgender person to work at the White House, during the Obama administration.

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Adam Rich 'Eight Is Enough' actor died of effects of fentanyl

Former “Eight is Enough” child star Adam Rich died of the effects of the drug fentanyl, the medical examiner’s office has ruled.

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U.S. Vaccine Program Now Flush With Cash but Short on Key Details

A $5 billion federal program aims to make better Covid vaccines. But vaccine makers are confused by murky regulatory guidance.

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Russian defense minister appears for first time since Wagner rebellion aimed to oust him

Russian defense minister Sergei Shoigu has appeared in public for the first time since Wagner mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin's armed rebellion sought to oust him and challenged President Vladimir Putin.

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The mercenary rebels backed down but Putin's rule is now more uncertain than ever

Wagner mercenary chief Yevgeny Prigozhin abandoned his armed rebellion in Russia, but President Vladimir Putin appears weakened by the crisis.

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Chicago's consent decree woes offer a warning as Minneapolis police face federal oversight

As Minneapolis prepares to negotiate a federal consent decree that would install an independent monitor of its embattled police force, potential pitfalls can be sidestepped if officials are mindful.

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'They don't want us here': Florida immigrants detail their exit over DeSantis law

Florida immigrants who made their lives in the state for years detail how they felt they had to leave over Gov. DeSantis' immigration law.

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A previously unnoticed change in Donald Trump’s online fund-raising appeals allows him to divert a sizable chunk of his 2024 contributions to a group that has spent millions to cover his legal fees.

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As the LGBTQ population grows, trainings on medical care for LGBTQ individuals should be a priority in schools, but curriculum isn’t adjusting with the numbers.

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Russia accuses Wagner chief of armed mutiny

A long-brewing conflict between Russia’s military leadership and the powerful head of the Wagner mercenary group came to a head after the Kremlin accused Yevgeny Prigozhin of an attempted coup. Gen. Barry McCaffrey weighs in.

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Dobbs Anniversary: What to Know About Abortion Rights Now

The Supreme Court ruling that overturned Roe v. Wade has produced some unexpected legal and political changes, as well as a shift in public opinion.

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A Nebraska groom died an hour after his wedding friends say

A groom in Nebraska died an hour after his wedding ceremony began, friends of the bride say.

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How NATO Blends Aircraft From 25 Nations

The alliance’s “Air Defender” exercises, the largest in its history, have focused on communications, particularly on synchronizing multiple encryption systems.

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Search for Titanic submersible unleashes eat the rich sentiment online

When a Titanic submersible carrying wealthy thrill-seekers went missing, social media was flooded with memes. Some said they felt the dark humor was ill-timed.

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Data shows how abortion has changed in America one year after the Supreme Court’s Dobbs decision overturned Roe v. Wade, removing federal abortion protections.

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Ukraine strikes key bridge to Crimea used by Russian military

Ukrainian missiles struck the Chonhar road bridge connecting occupied Crimea with Russian-held parts of the southern Kherson region overnight, forcing traffic to be diverted to a different route, Russian-appointed officials said on Thursday.

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Christie Lashes Trump in New Hampshire to Republicans Open to It

Missing from Chris Christie’s campaign stop: Republicans who are leaning toward Donald J. Trump but open to an alternative.

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President Biden will host Prime Minister Narendra Modi for meetings and a state dinner, only the third since Mr. Biden took office two and a half years ago.

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Hospital turns over transgender patient records to Tennessee attorney general in investigation

Vanderbilt University Medical Center has turned over medical records for transgender patients to the Tennessee attorney general’s team in what his office confirmed is an investigation into potential medical billing fraud.

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CDC warns people to protect themselves from measles when traveling

A CDC health alert warns that international travelers should make sure they are vaccinated against measles as cases increase globally.

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Palestinians fatally shoot 4 Israelis spurring West Bank revenge attacks

Two Palestinian attackers opened fire at a restaurant and gas station near an Israeli settlement in the West Bank on Tuesday, killing four Israelis and wounding several other people before they were shot dead, authorities said, as violence roiled the occupied territory the day after a deadly Israeli military raid.

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Supreme Court's Alito defends against ethics questions

Alito, writing in the Wall Street Journal, addressed what he called “charges” by journalists from ProPublica in an article that has yet to be published.

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Mailbag: Does Trump Represent Half the Country?

Settling a marital dispute, and a question that gets at a tension within today’s conservatism — in this month’s reader mailbag.

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Throngs of revelers dressed as sea creatures marched in the 41st annual Mermaid Parade at Coney Island, in what organizers call the largest art parade in the U.S.

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The historic ruling has hurt the party electorally, but G.O.P. lawmakers are still moving to pass more restrictive laws. These two realities represent the defining political fallout of the end of Roe v. Wade.

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Federal Policy on Homelessness Becomes New Target of the Right

The approach known as Housing First has long enjoyed bipartisan support. But conservatives are pushing efforts to replace it with programs that put more emphasis on sobriety and employment.

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Details of the former president’s agreement to work with a Saudi firm to develop a hotel and golf complex overlooking the Gulf of Oman highlight the ways his business and political roles intersect.

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Blinken meets Xi in bid to ease China tensions

Secretary of State Antony Blinken is set to meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping in Beijing on Monday on a visit aimed at easing tensions.

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Why Robert Kennedy Jr.s 2024 Bid Is a Headache for Biden

The unexpected polling strength of an anti-vaccine activist with a celebrated Democratic lineage points to the president’s weaknesses, which his team is aiming to shore up.

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Some of the weapons sent to Ukraine by other countries have been unusable, and hundreds of millions of dollars in contracts paid up front have yet to be fulfilled.

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Former President Donald J. Trump has said that until Republicans gain power and can change the law, they have “no choice” but to support voting by mail.

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Mass shooting leaves at least 1 dead and 20 injured in Chicago

At least 20 people were shot and one person was killed in a suburb in southwestern suburb Chicago early Sunday, police said.

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Some brands are pulling out of Pride events, especially in areas with anti-LGBTQ legislation, but many more are holding firm or deepening their support for the community.

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Meet the Black outdoorsy groups reclaiming the joys of nature

Black people across the country are enjoying the outdoors by forming their own communities of nature enthusiasts.

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Mass shooting near Washington State music festival leaves at least 2 dead

A mass shooting near a Washington State music festival Saturday night left at least two people dead and three more injured, police said.

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As Trump Battles Charges Biden Focuses on the Business of Governing

The past week appears to provide a blueprint for the way the White House wants to handle the politically touchy subject of former President Donald J. Trump’s legal troubles.

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At 44, he is more than three decades younger than Donald Trump and Joe Biden. He is subtly playing up that age gap, even if his right-wing views leave him out of step with many younger voters.

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Secure bathrooms to 'not a spy': Here's how Republicans are defending Trump

A number of Republicans rushed to Donald Trump's defense after his indictment in the classified documents investigation.

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As U.S. and Chinese Officials Meet Businesses Temper Their Hopes

Chief executives in the U.S. have long pushed for closer ties between the two countries. Now they just hope a rocky situation won’t get worse.

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Nightly News Full Broadcast (June 15th)

Shooting erupts near Denver Nuggets championship parade; Severe weather stretching across Central Plains to Southeast; Zelenskyy speaks on new counteroffensive against Russia: Exclusive; and more on tonight’s broadcast.

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A Navy veteran and a regular presence at Donald Trump’s side, he is said to have played a central role in helping to thwart government efforts to retrieve classified documents.

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Prince Harry and Meghan have announced the end of their deal to produce podcasts with Spotify under their Archewell Audio production company.

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Pope Francis leaves Rome hospital 9 days after surgery

Pope Francis on Friday was discharged from the Rome hospital where he had abdominal surgery nine days earlier to repair a hernia and remove painful scarring, with his surgeon saying the pontiff is now “better than before” the hospitalization.

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North Korea launches 2 ballistic missiles toward sea in protest of U.S.-South Korea military drills

North Korea launched two short-range ballistic missiles toward its eastern waters, its neighbors said, in protest of South Korean-U.S. live-fire drills.

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Choose Wisely Choose Often: Ranked-Choice Voting Returns to New York

The new voting system was used in the mayor’s race in 2021. It is back this month for the primary races for the City Council.

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Chicago woman who went missing while traveling in Japan has been found

Chicago woman Kandace Schipper, who was missing for nearly two weeks while traveling abroad in Japan, has been found safe, her family said.

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Greece finds no more survivors of migrant boat disaster with hundreds missing

Rescue workers transferred the bodies of dead migrants to refrigerated trucks as a search continued Thursday for survivors of a sea disaster in Greece.

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TikTok Shein and Other Companies Distance Themselves From China

Companies are moving headquarters and factories outside the country and cleaving off their Chinese businesses. It’s not clear the strategy will work.

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EU takes major steps towards regulating AI

The European Union’s parliament passed a draft law restricting AI, limiting the use of facial recognition software and requiring AI companies to disclose more about the data behind their programs. NBC News’ Gabe Gutierrez has more details on the global debate over the technology.

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In Miami the Only Violence From Trump Supporters Was Rhetorical

Calls for retribution were plentiful after the former president’s indictments, but the demonstrations proved tame, a possible result of the aggressive prosecution of the Jan. 6 rioters.

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The announced deal to drastically change golf took nearly everyone by surprise.

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2 Japanese soldiers are killed in shooting at army base firing range

An 18-year-old army trainee shot three fellow soldiers at a firing range on a Japanese army base Wednesday, killing two of them, officials said.

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Fox Trump and Millennial Movement

To follow the impact of the indictment, it may be best to watch Fox News and not the polls.

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2 dead and at least 1 child injured after vehicle goes down a cliff in Colorado

Two adults are dead and at least one child was flown for treatment after a vehicle carrying five people rolled off a Colorado road Tuesday in mountainous terrain, officials said.

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Democrats Celebrate Trump Indictment but Fear Consequences for Nation

In interviews, dozens of Democratic officials nearly all agreed that Donald Trump deserved his latest indictment, but were far more divided over whether the case was good for the country.

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Chocolate expected to get more expensive as cocoa prices soar to 7-year highs

Chocolate lovers are in for a bitter pill to swallow — prices of their favorite food are set to rise further on the back of elevated cocoa costs.

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What to Expect as Trump Appears in Miami Court to Face Federal Charges

Donald J. Trump’s appearance in court in Miami will make him the first former president in American history to be arraigned on federal charges. He is expected to plead not guilty.

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'Black Panther' actor Tenoch Huerta denies abuse allegations by musician María Elena Ríos

Mexican actor Tenoch Huerta, who played Namor in “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever,” is denying allegations of abuse made by saxophonist María Elena Ríos.

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Critics slam The Economist for 'racist' article calling Latin American workers 'useless'

An article published in The Economist described Latin American workers as "useless" and "unproductive," leading an expert to call it "racist" and "insulting."

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Bus carrying wedding guests in Australian wine region rolls over, killing 10 and injuring 25

A bus carrying wedding guests rolled over on a foggy night in Australia’s wine country, killing 10 people and injuring 25, police said Monday.

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Some details of former President Donald J. Trump’s extraordinary Miami court appearance are not yet clear, including whether he will be photographed and have his fingerprints taken.

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Mass shooting outside Houston club leaves 6 injured

A mass shooting in a parking lot outside a Houston club left at least 6 people injured, one in critical condition, police said early Sunday.

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Dangerously overcrowded ship drifted in Mediterranean for days without being rescued

One vessel’s fraught journey in the Mediterranean is part of a persistent problem: the apparent flouting of international maritime law by European states.

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What happened to the common cold? Post-Covid, it feels like every sniffle needs a name.

What virus is causing your cold? Is it RSV, rhinovirus, or something else? Experts say that in most cases, it doesn't matter what the virus is because the treatment is the same.

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Conor McGregor knocks out Heat mascot at NBA Finals

Former UFC champion Conor McGregor knocked out the Miami Heat mascot in a midgame bit that went wrong.

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How Walt Nauta, a Personal Aide, Came to be Charged as Trump’s Co-Conspirator

A Navy veteran and a regular presence at Donald Trump’s side, he is said to have played a central role in helping to thwart government efforts to retrieve classified documents.

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Brittney Griner, teammates confronted at airport by ‘provocateur,’ WNBA says

Brittney Griner and her Phoenix Mercury teammates were confronted by a “provocateur” at a Dallas airport on Saturday, the WNBA said.

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What Was Trump’s Motive for Keeping Documents?

The charging document offers some possible hints but does not establish that the former president had a goal beyond simply possessing the material.

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Cracker Barrel’s support of Pride Month draws conservative backlash online

Cracker Barrel once again unintentionally found itself at the center of a culture war online.

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Bryan Cranston says he plans to retire from acting in 2026

Award-winning actor Bryan Cranston says he will likely step away from the limelight in three years.

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As Ukraine Launches Counteroffensive, Definitions of ‘Success’ Vary

Privately, U.S. and European officials concede that pushing all of Russia’s forces out of occupied Ukrainian land is highly unlikely.

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Republicans in Congress Decry Trump Indictment

House Republicans vowed to use their majority in Congress to fight the Justice Department.

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4 children stabbed in knife attack in France

Four young children and one adult were stabbed in a knife attack in the French alpine town of Annecy on Thursday, police said.

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Ron DeSantis’ top aide organized government staff to solicit campaign cash from lobbyists

Ron DeSantis’ chief of staff was among the biggest political fundraisers helping launch the governor's 2024 campaign, raising ethical questions.

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Trump Indicted in Classified Documents Case and Faces Federal Charges

The indictment, handed up by a grand jury in Miami, is the first time a former U.S. president has faced federal charges.

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Jim Hines, 1968 Olympic 100-meter champion and NFL wide receiver, dies at 76

Jim Hines, the 1968 Olympic 100-meter champion who went on to be an NFL wide receiver, has died.

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U.S. Economy’s Staying Power Poses Big Questions for the Fed

The Federal Reserve has been trying to slow growth without tanking it. Now, officials must ask if inflation can cool amid signs of resilience.

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Satellite images show the scale of the Ukraine dam destruction

The scale of the destruction caused by the collapse of the Kakhovka dam was laid bare Thursday by new satellite images from Maxar showing southern Ukraine.

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8 children stabbed in knife attack in France

PARIS — Eight young children and one adult were stabbed in a knife attack at a beauty spot in southern France on Thursday, police said.

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‘A Long Shot, for Sure’: Sizing Up Burgum, and Most of the G.O.P. Field

In North Dakota, Gov. Doug Burgum’s quixotic presidential campaign has people scratching their heads, but then again, many of the 2024 hopefuls have prompted the same wonder.

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Biden and Sunak Set to Discuss the Economy, A.I. and Ukraine

The U.K. prime minister is under pressure to establish post-Brexit Britain as a reliable global player and is looking to strengthen economic ties.

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Indian officials appeal for help in identifying bodies from train crash

Indian authorities made fervent appeals to families to help identify 83 unclaimed bodies after the death toll in Friday’s rail crash rose to 288.

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Third suspect captured in fatal shooting of 3, including 2 boys who were playing with kittens

A fugitive wanted in the fatal shooting of three people, including two children who’d been playing with kittens in the backyard of their Pennsylvania home, has been captured in Philadelphia, federal officials said Wednesday.

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Super Bowl Champion Chiefs celebrate win at White House

Joe Biden, president and Eagles fan, hosted the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs at the White House to celebrate their win. The Chiefs won 38-35 against the Philadelphia Eagles. 

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SEC’s crypto crackdown unlikely to affect traders in near term but could transform the industry

Digital tokens can likely continue to trade as the agency pushes for tighter regulations, an effort that could take years but would upend the decentralized sector if it succeeds.

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How Sam Altman Stormed Washington to Set the A.I. Agenda

The chief executive of OpenAI, which makes ChatGPT, has met with at least 100 U.S. lawmakers in recent months. He has also taken his show abroad.

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Do Christie and Pence Make It 2016 Again? Not Yet.

A bigger field in the G.O.P. primary could chip away at DeSantis’s chances of overtaking Trump.

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World Bank Projects Weak Global Growth Amid Rising Interest Rates

A new report projects that economic growth will slow this year and remain weak in 2024.

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Commission: Florida judge should be reprimanded for conduct during Parkland school shooting trial

The Florida judge who oversaw the penalty trial of Parkland school shooter Nikolas Cruz should be publicly reprimanded for showing bias toward the prosecution.

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‘Succession’ creator was ‘terrified’ when Jeremy Strong tried to jump into a river filming last scene

“Succession” creator Jesse Armstrong told NPR’s “Fresh Air” that he was “terrified” when Jeremy Strong spontaneously tried to jump into the Hudson River while filming Kendall Roy’s final scene on the Emmy-winning HBO drama series.

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Why Are the Language Police Obsessed With Vice Presidents?

They make countless public appearances that will be mostly ignored — unless there’s something to poke fun at.

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Super Bowl Champion Chiefs celebrate win at White House

Joe Biden, president and Eagles fan, hosted the Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs at the White House to celebrate their win. The Chiefs won 38-35 against the Philadelphia Eagles. 

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California investigating whether migrant flight came from Florida

California Attorney General Rob Bonta is probing whether migrants flown to Sacramento on Friday without prior arrangements in place were sent from Florida.

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Mother of victim in Idaho university slayings says her family won’t attend suspect’s trial

The mother of Ethan Chapin, one of four University of Idaho students killed in an off-campus house in November, says her family won't attend the accused killer's trial, saying doing so wouldn't be energy "well spent."

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U.S. releases video showing close-call with Chinese warship

The U.S. military has released a video showing a close encounter between a Chinese warship and an American destroyer in the Taiwan Strait over the weekend.

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Russia says Ukraine launched a major attack in the east

Russia said Monday that Ukraine’s military had launched a major attack on the war’s eastern Donetsk front lines, as the counteroffensive Kyiv has touted for months loomed.

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Pandemic Stimulus Aid May Not Be Doing Enough to Help Schools

Pandemic aid was supposed to help students recover from learning loss, but results have been mixed.

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Chris Christie, Mike Pence and Doug Burgum to Announce for 2024 This Week

Chris Christie, Mike Pence and Doug Burgum are set to announce their presidential campaigns this week, the latest entrants in a rapidly growing Republican primary.

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Chuck Todd to depart 'Meet the Press'; Kristen Welker to become host

“Meet the Press” host and moderator Chuck Todd announced on Sunday that he will step down this year after nine years hosting the public affairs talk show.

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How the U.K. is trying to pressure other nations into arming Ukraine

When it comes to supporting Ukrainian forces, the United Kingdom is trying to coax other nations into following its lead.

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Is Covid ticking up? Viruses and other bugs could make a summer comeback

As the weather warms, it can bring along a wave of illnesses. Here are some summer bugs to watch for in 2023, including HMPV, Covid, enteroviruses, Lyme Disease and more.

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