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Hurricane Milton's rapid intensification is part of a climate-fueled trend
It strengthened from a tropical storm to a Category 5 hurricane in just over 24 hours.
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How a sailor shortage is crippling ship maintenance at sea
A new watchdog report warns that at-sea manning shortages and other issues are hindering a Navy ship crew's ability to do basic maintenance and repairs at sea. (Navy)
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Americans’ love affair with big cars is killing them
New analysis shows that the heaviest vehicles kill more people than they save in crashes
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Latino advocacy group wants federal investigation of Texas AG over home searches tied to voter fraud probe | CNN
A prominent Latino advocacy group asked the US Justice Department on Monday to investigate Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton after his office launched a series of raids that the group says was at the homes of Democratic activists and leaders last week on
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77-year-old woman sentenced for North Park hit-and-run that killed Del Mar man
A 77-year-old woman who fatally struck a pedestrian with her car in North Park and left the scene was sentenced to one year of custody and two years probation.
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Barcelona protesters throw items and spray travelers with water while shouting 'tourists go home'
The crowd, which numbered 3,000 people, according to local media, also marched holding a large banner demanding that city officials “decrease tourists now.”
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Former USS Howard CO was fired after ‘racially harassing comments’
The Navy relieved Cmdr. Cameron Dennis in February, just a few months after he assumed command of the Japan-based warship.
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Vietnam sentences real estate tycoon Truong My Lan to death in its largest-ever fraud case
Real estate tycoon Truong My Lan was sentenced to death by a court in Ho Chi Minh City in the country’s largest financial fraud case ever, state media Vietnam Net said.
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These are the World Central Kitchen aid workers killed by Israeli airstrike in Gaza
Three of those killed by an Israeli airstrike were British and the others were Australian, Palestinian, Polish and a dual citizen of the U.S. and Canada.
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Israeli settlers step up attacks on Palestinian farms, expanding West Bank outposts
NPR visits one West Bank town where Israelis are grazing sheep, in a place where a Palestinian school once stood.
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68 orphans were evacuated from Gaza to the West Bank, enraging Israel's far right
The children were moved out of Rafah by the charity SOS Children's Villages International with the help of the German government. But the transfer has sparked anger among some hardliners in Israel.
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Ridge Alkonis: The sailor who stoked Japanese resentment against the US
The early release of Ridge Alkonis, who killed two in a car accident, stirs unease over US-Japan relations.
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Donald Trump does not have presidential immunity, US court rules
The former president loses a landmark legal bid to shield him from charges of election fraud.
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Biden imposes sanctions on Israeli settlers attacking Palestinians
President Biden's sanctions target four Israelis who have engaged in actions that "undermine peace, security and stability in the West Bank."
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Navy to allow those without high school diploma or GED to enlist
The Navy last allowed entry of candidates without a high school diploma or GED more than 20 years ago.
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Bills in Georgia Aim to Suppress Cop City, Pro-Palestine Activists
“Don’t sleep on this red clay fascism y’all,” one political theorist said.
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The Political Education of Christina Pushaw, Ron DeSantis’ Enforcer on X
Ron DeSantis’ enforcer on X has said she spent a few years living abroad in Georgia, traveling and enjoying life. It’s actually where she learned an especially ruthless kind of politics.
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Husband of deceased Jan. 6 rioter Ashli Babbitt files wrongful death suit against government
The husband of deceased Jan. 6 rioter Ashli Babbitt has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the U.S. government for $30 million, according to court records released Friday. Attorneys with Judici…
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Gas prices in San Diego have been under $5 for a month. How long will it last?
It looks like the recent drop in San Diego gas prices has bottomed out. Here's what's in store for 2024?
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Israel strikes southern Gaza, raids hospital in the north as war continues with renewed U.S. support
Israeli forces raided one of the last functioning hospitals in Gaza's north and bombarded the south with airstrikes that killed at least 28 Palestinians despite rising international alarm.
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Donald Trump banned from Colorado ballot in historic ruling by state's Supreme Court
The Colorado Supreme Court is removing former President Donald Trump from the 2024 primary ballot under the Constitution's insurrection clause.
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A Black woman was criminally charged after a miscarriage. It shows the perils of pregnancy post-Roe
A Black Ohio woman who miscarried in her bathroom has been charged with abuse of a corpse. Thirty-three-year-old Brittany Watts, of Warren, awaits grand jury action.
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Highway Expansion Project Not Approved by California Transportation Commission - Streetsblog California
Adding another lane won't reduce congestion, yet Caltrans keeps doing it, and the CTC usually approves the money for it. There's too little discussion of alternatives.
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Texas top court rules against woman who sought abortion for medical emergency
The Texas Supreme Court overturned a lower court's ruling that would have allowed a pregnant woman to get an emergency abortion under the medical exception for the state's near-total abortion ban.
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Civilians are 'center of gravity' in Gaza war: US defense secretary
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin delivered perhaps his strongest remarks to date on Saturday over Israel's need to protect civilians in Gaza, calling them the center of gravity in Israel's war with Hamas and warning over the risks of their ra
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GM's Cruise recalling 950 driverless cars after pedestrian dragged in crash
Cruise is recalling 950 driverless cars from the roads across the United States following a crash involving one of its robotaxis and will likely issue more recalls, General Motors' self-driving unit said.
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Hundreds stormed an airport in Russia's Dagestan, looking for passengers from Israel
Videos posted to social media showed crowds shouting anti-Semitic phrases as they swarmed the tarmac, going plane-to-plane in a search for passengers arriving from Tel Aviv.
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What is a war crime, and who gets held accountable? Here's what you need to know
The conflict between Israel and Hamas has led to accusations of war crimes on both sides, as combatants are bound by international humanitarian law to minimize the impact on civilians.
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Jan. 6 rioter "Bullhorn Lady" sentenced to nearly 5 years in prison
Rachel Powell, who has eight children and six grandchildren, earned the moniker "Bullhorn Lady" for encouraging rioters to "take the building."
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Human rights expert says Hamas and Israel both committed possible war crimes
NPR's Michel Martin speaks with human rights expert Fernando Travesí about possible war crimes by Hamas and Israel. And American University professor Mohammed Abu-Nimer gives historical insight.
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What’s happening in Israel and Gaza? What is Hamas? A really simple guide
What is the background to the Palestinian militant group Hamas and its latest attack on Israel?
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Dianne Feinstein’s historic career began in tragedy and ended in controversy
She became San Francisco mayor after an assassination but her last days in the Senate brought questions about age and infirmity
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Judge rules Donald Trump defrauded banks, insurers while building real estate empire
A judge has ruled that Donald Trump committed fraud for years while building the real estate empire that catapulted him to fame and the White House.
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Federal auditors find poor, potentially unsafe living conditions at San Diego County military bases
The bases are among 10 nationwide where the GAO found problems ranging from the presence of mold to fire safety systems that don't work properly
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US condemns Israeli minister Ben Gvir's 'inflammatory' Palestinian comments
The ultranationalist minister's statement in an interview sparked a storm of criticism online.
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In Louisiana, pregnant women struggle to get maternal health care, and the situation is getting worse
The South holds the sad distinction of having some of the highest maternal mortality rates in the U.S. Sharyn Alfonsi spoke to some of the women trying to improve maternal health care.
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Growing Segregation by Sex in Israel Raises Fears for Women’s Rights
Ultra-Orthodox members of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s far-right coalition want to expand the powers of all-male rabbinical courts, and to bar women and men from mixing in many public arenas.
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Israel arrests settlers after rampage on Palestinian village leaves 1 dead
Settlers stormed a Palestinian village near Ramallah late Friday, shooting and killing 19-year-old Qusai Matan, according to Palestinian health officials.
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Prosecutors ask judge to issue protective order after Trump post appearing to promise revenge
The Justice Department has asked a federal judge overseeing the criminal case against former President Donald Trump in Washington to step in after he released a post online that appeared to promise revenge on anyone who goes after him.
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Cracks are emerging in Israel's military. Reservists threaten not to serve if government plan passes
Cracks are emerging in Israel’s military. The Middle East’s best equipped and most powerful force is under one of the worst assaults it has encountered — from within its own ranks.
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Florida immigrants leave the state over DeSantis immigration law
An undocumented immigrant who built a business and a life in Tampa is one of many who have left. "They don't want us here," he said.
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China negotiating with Havana about joint military training facility in Cuba
It’s unclear if Beijing and Havana have already struck a deal, or when one would be completed.
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Most in US say don't ban race in college admissions but its role should be small: AP-NORC poll
As the Supreme Court decides the fate of affirmative action, most people in the U.S. say the court should allow consideration of race as part of the admissions process. Yet few believe students’ race should play a significant role in those decisions. A
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Berlin police investigate Roger Waters for possible incitement over concert outfit
Police in Berlin say they have opened an investigation of Roger Waters on suspicion of incitement over a costume the Pink Floyd co-founder wore when he performed in the German capital last week. Images on social media showed Waters firing an imitation mac
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Dodgers apologize and invite Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence to Pride Night
The Dodgers responded to criticism for their decision to exclude the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence from their June 16 Pride Night by reversing course.
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Making the treacherous journey north through the Darién Gap
A 66-mile-long swath of jungle connecting South and North America is where thousands of migrants make the arduous, potentially fatal crossing on their treks north.
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America and immigration: How did we get where we are today?
This week, what was effectively the immigration law of the land throughout the pandemic expired, creating greater uncertainty along the U.S. border with Mexico. "Sunday Morning" looks at America's historic acceptance of immigrants and refugees.
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WHO downgrades COVID pandemic, says it's no longer emergency
The World Health Organization says that COVID-19 no longer qualifies as a global emergency. The announcement on Friday marks a symbolic end to the devastating coronavirus pandemic that triggered once-unthinkable lockdowns, upended economies and killed mil
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GOP senators question drag queens in Navy outreach effort
Fourteen Republican senators are asking the U.S. Navy to respond to questions concerning reports that it used a TikTok drag queen to help reach potential recruits on social media. “While we underst…
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Driver in fatal Uber autonomous crash set for June trial
An Uber driver involved in the first death connected to a fully autonomous vehicle faces a June trial. The trial date was set Tuesday. Rafaela Vasquez was previously scheduled to be tried next month in the 2018 crash that killed Elaine Herzberg in Tempe,
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EVs still cost much more than gas cars to insure—even hybrids
Tesla is second only to Maserati in annual premium cost—a whopping $3,419 on average, annually, which is more than double the average amount for a number of mainstream brands.
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War of words: The fight over banning books
Between 2020 and 2022, book titles banned in libraries and schools (including books on race, slavery, sex and gender identity) rose more than 1,100%. "Sunday Morning" talks with advocates for removing books from shelves, and those fighting to pr
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Fox settles Dominion lawsuit for $787.5 million over US election lies
The settlement averted a high-profile trial putting one of the world's top media companies in the crosshairs over its coverage of false vote-rigging claims in the 2020 U.S. election.
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Budweiser Factory In Van Nuys Targeted With Bomb Threat
One Source tells Patch that Anheuser-Busch factories across the nation came under threat Thursday.
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Air National Guardsman arrested as suspected leaker of Pentagon documents
The FBI has arrested a member of the Massachusetts Air National Guard, Jack Teixeira, as a suspect in the leak of classified intelligence documents.
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Justin Jones sworn back into Tennessee House days after GOP expulsion
Tennessee state Rep. Justin Jones (D-Nashville) has retaken his oath of office and been reinstated to the state House days after being expelled for joining a state capitol protest against gun viole…
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Chicago’s Mayoral Race Pits the Teachers Union Against the Police Union
In a city known for its unions, two loom over the Paul Vallas-Brandon Johnson race, and no labor leader is as significant as the incendiary president of the Fraternal Order of Police.
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Afroman put home footage of a police raid in music videos. Now the cops are suing him
Afroman speaks out about being sued by officers who raided his home: NPR
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How Iraq war still impacts lives of American Marines and families 20 years later
The U.S. invasion of Iraq began on March 20, 2003. As American troops raced toward the Iraqi capital of Baghdad, special correspondent Mike Cerre was embedde...
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Anthony Fauci documentary on PBS covers a career of crises
NEW YORK (AP) — There's a moment in the new PBS documentary about Dr. Anthony Fauci when a protester holds up a handmade sign reading, “Dr.
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How Israeli Apartheid Destroyed My Hometown
Segregated streets. Settler violence. Military harassment. This happens all over the occupied West Bank, but perhaps nowhere are these scenes more concentrat...
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Traute Lafrenz Page, member of White Rose anti-Nazi resistance dies at 103.
She helped print and distribute leaflets warning of the Nazis' genocidal plans.
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How today's divisions in America are different from what we’ve seen before
After deciding to step away from the anchor desk, Judy Woodruff wanted to use this time to hone in on a topic she feels is the most urgent one facing our cou...
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Assembly Bill Proposes Increased Registration Fees for Heavier Vehicles
Having a larger car could soon cost you.
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SOLA: Daring to educate Afghanistan's girls
Since Afghanistan's fall to the Taliban, girls have been prohibited from attending school beyond sixth grade. SOLA, the School of Leadership Afghanistan, is still teaching its students, though, after a daring evacuation to safety.
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Brittney Griner urges the return of U.S. detainees abroad at NAACP Image Awards
In one of her first public appearances since her release from a Russian prison, Griner took the stage to thank everyone for their support and to remind the audience of those still detained abroad.
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Italy has kept its fascist monuments and buildings. The reasons are complex
Unlike Germany, which after World War II underwent a rigorous de-Nazification effort, pride, rather than shame, is the emotion many Italians feel for the symbols of the country's fascist past.
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In East Palestine, who 'shows up' isn't necessarily a sign of who's helping
East Palestine, Ohio, has been devastated by a train derailment and chemical burn off that has threatened the health of residents, but it has now also become the center of polit...
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Marjorie Taylor Greene calls again for ‘a national divorce’
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) resurrected her calls for a “national divorce” on Monday, arguing that Republican and Democratic states needed to be separated and the federal government needed …
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Record 6,542 guns intercepted at US airport security in '22
The woman flying out of Philadelphia’s airport last year remembered to pack snacks, prescription medicine and a cellphone in her handbag. The weapon was one of the 6,542 guns the Transportation Security Administration intercepted last year at airport ch
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The surprising stickiness of the “15-minute city”
Prior to the pandemic, few planners would have taken seriously the idea that “home” become the central organizing factor of all urban planning.
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Vanroy Evan Smith admits random killing of bike-riding doctor, claims to be God; San Fernando Bike Path takes shape - BikinginLA
Smith confessed to the killing in the chilling interview, relating that he picked Mammone at random as he drove around looking for a victim.
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McCarthy breaks with Greene on death of Ashli Babbitt
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) broke with Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) on Thursday when asked about the death of Ashli Babbitt, who was shot and killed by Capitol police during the …
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After Tyre Nichols Death, Officials’ Moves Reflect a Shift in Handling Police Violence
With cameras nearly everywhere, and residents wary, the authorities are moving faster and speaking critically when officers are accused of beatings.
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Many Americans don't know basic abortion facts. Test your knowledge
An NPR/loss poll found widespread confusion on some basic facts about abortion and pregnancy. Can you answer the same questions correctly?.
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Trans women tells her side of the story in Santee
The woman at the center of a national conservative media firestorm stemming from a shower she took at the YMCA addresses the Santee city council.
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Depleted Under Trump, a ‘Traumatized’ E.P.A. Struggles With Its Mission
Despite an injection of funding, the agency still has not recovered from an exodus of scientists and policy experts, both insiders and critics say.
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Thousands gather for first post-Roe March for Life - BBC News
The crowd in the US capital celebrated the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v Wade last year.
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50 years after Roe v. Wade, many abortion providers are changing how they do business
The overturning of the Roe v. Wade decision just months ahead of its 50th anniversary has prompted many abortion providers to shift how they serve patients.
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Lawyer: DOJ searched Biden home, found classified documents
The Justice Department has searched President Joe Biden’s home in Delaware and located six documents containing classification markings and also took possession of some of his notes, the president’s lawyer said Saturday. Bob Bauer, a lawyer for the pr
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Jacinda Ardern: political figures believe abuse and threats contributed to PM’s resignation
Ardern says she slept soundly ‘for the first time in a long time,’ as colleagues in New Zealand deplore her treatment as PM and race begins to replace her
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Struggling to meet its recruiting goals, the Navy is now accepting enlistees as old as 41
The Navy has raised its age limit from 39 to 41 — the oldest of any of the services. But the Navy’s national chief recruiter said data shows older recruits can do well.
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Southwest pilots union calls for May vote on potential strike
The Southwest Airlines Pilots Association said the airline's "lack of discussion or commitment" to fix the issues that led to the December meltdown pushed the union to call for a vote.
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More classified documents found at Biden's home by lawyers
WASHINGTON (AP) — Lawyers for President Joe Biden found more classified documents at his home in Wilmington, Delaware , than previously known , the White House acknowledged Saturday.
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Tens of thousands protest new far-right Israeli government in Tel Aviv
The proposed policies of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's new coalition pose a threat to democracy and human rights in Israel, demonstrators say.
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Biden's classified documents debacle could become political liability
The discovery of classified documents in Joe Biden's private office and garage raise questions about his handling, archiving of government records.
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China has reopened its borders to tourists after three years of COVID-19 closure
The ability of residents Hong Kong to cross into mainland is one of the most visible signs of China's easing of border restrictions, with travelers arriving no longer required to undergo quarantines.
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Ashli Babbitt's mother arrested during Jan. 6 demonstration
WASHINGTON (AP) — The mother of Ashli Babbitt , the woman fatally shot by police inside the U.S. Capitol during the Jan.
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Coastal residents on climate change: "The ocean's coming for you"
With sea levels along U.S. shores expected to rise as much as 12 inches by 2050, residents of North Carolina's Barrier Islands, Galveston, Texas, and Pacifica, Calif., are grappling with changing coastlines, engaged in a battle that Mother Nature is winni
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America needs carpenters and plumbers. Try telling that to Gen Z
Baby boomers are aging out of jobs they long dominated like builders, farmers, mechanics Young workers aren't clamoring to take their place.
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Why Southwest is melting down | CNN Business
A punishing winter storm that dumped multiple feet of snow across much of America led to widespread flight cancellations over the Christmas holiday. By Monday, air travel was more or less back to normal -- unless you booked your holiday travel with Southw
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North Park group loses lawsuit over 30th Street bike lanes
An appellate court rejected the group's claims that the city failed to do the adequate environmental review before removing parking and putting in bike lanes.
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Shifting gears: why US cities are falling out of love with the parking lot
Cities are loosening rules on building parking spots with new buildings: ‘It’s about the climate, it’s about walkability’
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Sailor jailed for fatal Japanese crash will get pay, benefits restored
Lt. Ridge Alkonis was sentenced to three years in prison for killing two Japanese citizens in a car crash in 2021.
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Brooklyn pastor claims innocence while facing federal fraud and extortion charges
In July, Lamor Whitehead and his wife were robbed of $1 million in jewelry after armed gunmen entered their church during a live-streamed service.
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State dials up pressure on Coronado to zone for more affordable housing
The city could face consequences including fines and loss of land use authority if it fails to adopt a plan that addresses a need for affordable housing and racial desegregation.
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The TSA found a record number of guns in carry-on bags this year
The TSA found 6,301 firearms in carry-on bags, most of which were loaded, in 2022.
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Viktor Bout, the arms dealer the US swapped for Brittney Griner, joins Russian ultranationalist party and could run for parliament
The Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout returned home last week after a prisoner exchange for American WNBA star Brittney Griner.
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Gay man blasts his GOP lawmaker aunt who cried during gay marriage 'no' vote
The gay nephew of Rep. Vicky Hartzler, R-Mo., is slamming her for her tearful rebuke of the Respect for Marriage Act.
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Biden vows to bring longtime detainee Paul Whelan home from Russia too
The former U.S. Marine has been held in Russia since 2018. As supporters celebrate Brittney Griner's release, they — Whelan himself included — are wondering why he was left behind.
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Trump companies convicted on all charges in criminal tax fraud case
Former President Donald Trump was not charged in the case, and did not appear in the courtroom during the trial.
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The Far Right Rises in Israel
A look at the improbable return of former Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and the arrival of the nation’s most right-wing government.
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Twitter employees quit in droves after Elon Musk's ultimatum passes
The billionaire gave employees of his newly-purchased company until Thursday evening to commit to "being extremely hardcore" and staying or take a severance package.
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Planned Parenthood's first abortion clinic on wheels is a fully operational medical facility
The RV is equipped with two exam rooms, a waiting area and a lab.
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False, unfounded claims distort attack on Paul Pelosi
In the days since an assailant broke into the home of House Speaker Nancy Pelosi and attacked her husband with a hammer, internet users have amplified false claims that mock the victim and give credence to insidious conspiracy theories about the incident.
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Unraveling the unfounded conspiracies about Dominion Voting Systems
Days after the 2020 election, supporters of then-President Trump began falsely accusing Dominion Voting Systems of rigging the vote. Anderson Cooper reports on what happened next.
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How the new laws signed by Newsom just changed the California Dream
This year’s housing and transportation package is a 21st century update to address our...
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Jan. 6 detainees say a D.C. jail is so awful that they'd like a transfer to Guantanamo
A letter signed by 34 people held on charges related to the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol complains of inhumane conditions behind bars, including mold, abusive guards, bad food and filthy laundry.
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Trial begins for Navy sailor accused in USS Bonhomme Richard arson in San Diego
The trial against the Navy sailor accused of setting a fire that destroyed the USS Bonhomme Richard in San Diego began Monday morning. Seaman Recruit Ryan Sa...
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Biden's speech walks a fine line in its attack on MAGA Republicans
In his Thursday evening address to the nation, President Biden chooses a risky strategy of criticizing elected GOP officials while trying not to alienate Republican voters.
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Dodge Will Discontinue Its Challenger and Charger Muscle Cars Next Year
Dodge will discontinue its gas-powered Challenger and Charger muscle cars at the end of next year, as the brand transitions to electric vehicles.
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Police: Man killed himself after ramming US Capitol barrier
WASHINGTON (AP) — A man drove his car into a barricade near the U.S. Capitol early Sunday and then began firing gunshots in the air before fatally shooting himself, police said. The incident happened just before 4 a.m.
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Trump says FBI conducting search of Mar-a-Lago estate
WASHINGTON (AP) — Former President Donald Trump said in a lengthy statement Monday that the FBI was conducting a search of his Mar-a-Lago estate and asserted that agents had broken open a safe. A person familiar with the matter said the action was relat
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Due to climate change, Nevada says goodbye to grass
In a state where every drop of water counts, ornamental grass – which accounts for a large percentage of outdoor water use – has been banned in Southern Nevada, just one step being taken to address rising temperatures and shriveling reservoirs
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Video 4 officers charged in raid that resulted in the death of Breonna Taylor
Four current and former police officers are facing federal civil rights charges in connection with the shooting death of Breonna Taylor.
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The U.S. made a breakthrough battery discovery — then gave the technology to China
Taxpayers spent $15 million on research to build a breakthrough battery. Then the U.S. government gave it to China.
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Alex Jones concedes that the Sandy Hook attack was '100% real'
Conspiracy theorist Alex Jones testified that he now understands it was irresponsible of him to declare the Sandy Hook Elementary School massacre a hoax.
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Who is Viktor Bout, the prisoner the U.S. may trade for Brittney Griner?
Bout is a Russian who was the world's most notorious arms dealer in the 1990s and early 2000s. He's serving a 25-year prison sentence in Illinois, but could be freed as part of a U.S.-Russia swap.
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"Don't Look Up" director Adam McKay on the climate crisis that's no joke
The effects of climate change are being felt more quickly than we thought possible, but the Academy Award-winning director says there are actions we can take now to deal with this existential threat.
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Biden says the U.S. will work to improve Palestinians' lives
President Biden says that he's committed to the two-state solution for Israel and an independent Palestinian state. But with that goal out of reach, he said, the U.S. will look to help Palestinians.
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Military women react to Dobbs decision
Military women say the end of legal abortion in many of the states where they are ordered to serve will lead to devastating choices for active duty service members and spouses.
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Parade shooting suspect bought 5 weapons despite threats
The man accused of opening fire at an Independence Day parade in suburban Chicago legally bought five weapons, including two high-powered rifles
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Ketanji Brown Jackson sworn in as first Black woman on the Supreme Court
Ketanji Brown Jackson, President Biden's first Supreme Court pick, has been sworn in as the 116th justice. She is the first Black woman to serve on the nation's high court.
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View reactions to the Roe v. Wade decision across the U.S.
Reactions to the Supreme Court's decision to overturn the constitutional right to an abortion were mixed across the country.
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Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade; states can ban abortion
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court has ended constitutional protections for abortion that had been in place nearly 50 years in a decision by its conservative majority to overturn Roe v.
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3-year-old girl in bike carrier dies when mom goes around ComEd truck parked in bike lane and is hit by passing semi
The semi was pulling away from a stop sign at Leland and Winthrop when it knocked the mother off balance and the girl was thrown under the wheels of the truck, police said.
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US naval officer in Japan faces prison over deadly crash
A U.S. Navy lieutenant in Japan is appealing a three-year prison sentence for a car crash that killed two people last year.
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US Military: 5 Marines killed in aircraft crash in desert
The MV-22 Osprey belonged to the 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing based at Camp Pendleton. It went down at 12:25 p.m. Wednesday during training.
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Liz Cheney: Jan. 6 "conspiracy" was "extremely broad … well-organized"
The Wyoming Rep., one of two Republicans on the committee investigating the insurrection and its attempt to overturn Donald Trump's election loss, talks about the GOP's "cult of personality" around Trump, and what the hearings will reveal about the threat
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Tulsa gunman bought an AR-15 the day of the mass shooting and targeted his doctor
The shooter had complained multiple times about pain following back surgery and sought additional treatment days before the attack, which left five people dead, including the gunman, police said.
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Polling is clear: Americans want gun control
Politicians diverge from voters when it comes to preventing gun deaths.
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In the Senate, Chasing an Ever-Elusive Gun Law Deal
After a string of Democratic failures on marquee issues, Senator Chuck Schumer’s decision to give bipartisan gun talks time is a test of the Senate — and of democracy itself.
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Honor the Fallen | Memorial Day 2022
Here are the names and faces of the U.S. troop lost in named operations in 2022.
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How Religion, Education, Race And Media Consumption Shape Conspiracy Theory Beliefs
A new survey from the polling firm PRRI breaks down conspiracy theory acceptance by religious group, level of education, and sources of news and information, among other things.
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Here's what experts say police should have done in the Uvalde school shooting
"It'd be great if you had some help — but I can assure you those kids need help more than you need help," says Steve Ijames, who trains police agencies on active-shooter situations.
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Here’s a reminder of the GOP senators taking the most NRA money to turn a blind eye to dead children
By now you have probably heard or read about the tragic shooting in Uvalde, Texas on Tuesday. At the time of this story no less than 15 people have been killed in an elementary school—at least 14 of them elementary school children. The Republican...
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San Diegans about to have more eviction protections
The city of San Diego’s no-fault eviction moratorium went into effect Sunday.
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A Russian soldier is sentenced to life in prison in Ukraine's first war crimes trial
Vadim Shishimarin, 21, had pleaded guilty last week to shooting an unarmed Ukrainian man in late February. On Monday, a panel of judges in Kyiv sentenced him to life in prison.
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An independent probe points to Israeli gunfire in the death of a journalist
One open-source research team said its initial findings lent support to Palestinian witnesses who said Al Jazeera journalist Shireen Abu Akleh was killed by Israeli fire.
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After leak, religious rift over legal abortion on display
America’s faithful are bracing — some with cautionary joy and others with looming dread — for the Supreme Court to potentially overturn the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade decision and end the nationwide right to legal abortion. While religious believers
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A Month "Just Trying to Survive" In Mariupol | Amanpour and Company
As the war in Ukraine shifts to the south and east of the country, reports from the city of Mariupol have been silenced by intense bombardment. Civilians hav...
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Gaza violence intensifies as Jerusalem clashes resume
Israel's air force and Palestinian militants traded fire across the Gaza frontier early Thursday as clashes erupted again at Jerusalem's most sensitive holy site.
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InfoWars files for bankruptcy in the face of lawsuits over Sandy Hook shooting denial
Founder Alex Jones, who's repeatedly called the 2012 shooting in a Connecticut elementary school a hoax, has been sued several times by the victims' families for defamation and emotional distress.
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Volkswagen CEO Herbert Diess on electric cars, the war in Ukraine, and recapturing the American car market
Lesley Stahl speaks with VW CEO Diess about his efforts to electrify Volkswagen's fleet and focus on the U.S. market.
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Suing over climate change: Taking fossil fuel companies to court
With the expense of mitigating the effects of climate change becoming more onerous, more than two dozen cities, counties and states are suing more than 40 fossil fuel companies, accusing them of making false and misleading claims about climate change.
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Live Updates: Jerusalem Calms After Israeli-Palestinian Clashes at Holy Site
Violence broke out at the Aqsa Mosque compound, known to Jews as the Temple Mount, in the morning on the first day of a rare convergence of Ramadan, Easter and Passover.
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In a D.C. jail, Jan. 6 defendants awaiting trial are forming bitter factions
Allegations of bullying and intimidation as well as complaints about the distribution of more than a million dollars in donated funds have led to bitter conflict among Jan. 6 Capitol riot defendants.
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Oklahoma Republicans Pass Near-Total Abortion Ban - No Rape or Incest Exceptions
It's a near-total ban on abortion with no exceptions for rape or incest.
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Woman in Texas Charged With Murder in Connection With ‘Self-Induced Abortion’
Whether the woman had the abortion or was aiding one was unclear.
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Cawthorn's inflammatory comments have some Republicans in his district tiring of him
Republican Rep. Madison Cawthorn, who has been under fire for recent comments about Ukraine and life in D.C., joins former President Donald Trump at a North Carolina rally on Saturday.
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The Senate confirms Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court
The vote on the historic nomination was 53 to 47, with three Republicans voting with Democrats. When sworn in this summer, Jackson will be the first Black woman on the Supreme Court.
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Ukraine invasion — explained
The roots of Russia's invasion of Ukraine go back decades and run deep. The current conflict is more than one country taking over another; it is — in the words of one U.S. official — a shift in "the world order."
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An anti-abortion group claims it took 115 fetuses from a medical waste truck
Washington, D.C., police originally said it found five fetal remains in one of the group member's apartments. Progressive Anti-Abortion Uprising now says there were 115 fetuses in total.
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Russia-Ukraine live updates: Biden calls Putin 'a butcher' after meeting refugees
Live updates on the Russia-Ukraine crisis.
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Navy marks the 100th anniversary of the service’s aircraft carriers
“For 100 years aircraft carriers have been the most survivable and versatile airfields in the world," said the chief of naval operations.
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Why Blaming Joe Biden for High Gas Prices Is Completely and Utterly Absurd
Profit-hungry oil companies, not the White House, are responsible for Americans’ pain at the pump.
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What an ‘Unhinged’ Meeting Reveals About Putin’s War on Ukraine
Watch a video excerpt from the new FRONTLINE documentary ‘Putin’s Road to War,’ on what led up to the Russian president’s invasion of Ukraine.
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Biden announces Russian oil import ban and warns gas prices could increase even more
President Biden described the move as a critical step to punishing Russian President Vladimir Putin for invading Ukraine, but said as a result, Americans should prepare for price hikes at the pump.
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LGBTQ refugees fleeing Ukraine face discrimination in countries with anti-gay laws
LGBTQ people have always been under stress in Ukraine. As they flee their country, they're arriving in places that are even more punitive to their community.
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The long history of Russia's efforts to subjugate Ukraine
Three decades after gaining its independence from the Soviet Union, Ukraine is again fighting for its freedom. Historian Anne Applebaum discusses the historic oppression of the Ukrainian people by Czarist and Stalinist forces, and now by the war machines
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Ottawa's police chief ousted amid truck protest in Canada
OTTAWA, Ontario (AP) — Ottawa’s police chief was ousted Tuesday amid criticism of his inaction against the trucker protests that have paralyzed Canada's capital for over two weeks, while the number of blockades maintained by demonstrators at the
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Hate crime prosecutor details Ahmaud Arbery killers' racist history
The defense attorneys insisted the three men's pursuit of the 25-year-old was prompted by "honest, though erroneous, suspicion that he committed crimes" and not because of his race.
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Investigators Believe Fire at Home of Fletcher and Gonzalez Was Arson
After over two weeks of no information, today, Friday, San Diego authorities announced they believe the fire at the home of San Diego County Supervisor Nathan Fletcher and his wife, former Assembly…
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A Tennessee school district has voted to ban the Holocaust graphic novel 'Maus'
The 10-member McMinn County School Board voted unanimously earlier this month to remove the book over foul language and an image of a nude woman.
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California likely to extend paid sick leave amid pandemic
California workers would get up to two weeks of paid time off if they get sick from the coronavirus.
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Saturday was the 49th anniversary of Roe. The landmark ruling may not see its 50th.
Abortion rights are, to put it lightly, in crisis.
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In Greece, unvaccinated people ages 60 and up now face monthly fines
The nation imposed the new mandate on Monday as it looks to bring its vaccination rate closer in line with the EU average. The unvaccinated will face penalties starting at 50 euros, or roughly $57.
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Judge sentences the 3 men convicted of murdering Ahmaud Arbery
Travis and Gregory McMichael are sentenced to life without parole while Willliam Bryan was sentenced to life with parole.
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How historians view Trump – and how Trump sees himself
A panel of historians is releasing its third collection of essays assessing the accomplishments and failures of a presidential administration – and for the first time, a former president spoke to the group to offer his own take on his time in office
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LIVE: Jan. 6 Attack Anniversary Commemorated At U.S. Capitol Events | NBC News
Events to mark the anniversary of the January 6 attack take place at the Capitol, including remarks from President Biden, lawmaker testimonials, and a prayer...
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5 takeaways from the Capitol riot criminal cases, one year later
NPR has been tracking every criminal case related to the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021. One year after the riot, here are some of the key patterns that have emerged from the cases.
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Ex-Chabad of Poway rabbi sentenced to 14 months of custody in fraud case
Rabbi Yisroel Goldstein was also ordered to pay nearly $3 million in restitution to victims, which include the IRS and companies that matched donations their employees made to the Chabad.
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Marjorie Taylor Greene has been suspended from Twitter permanently
Marjorie Taylor Greene has been suspended from Twitter, again. This time it is permanent, the social network said.
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Despite omicron, Covid-19 will become endemic. Here’s how.
The variant has changed how we get from "pandemic" to "endemic," but that doesn’t mean we’re back to square one.
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A biblical rest from farming in Israel could help Gaza's growers. They are waiting
For Orthodox Jews during a yearlong agricultural sabbath, Israel pledged to lift some restrictions on produce from the Gaza Strip. Palestinian farmers in Gaza are wondering what's taking so long.
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Kim Potter is found guilty of manslaughter in the death of Daunte Wright
The former Minnesota police officer appeared to accidentally draw her firearm instead of her Taser when she fatally shot the 20-year-old Black man during a traffic stop in April.
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Millions push to reduce a truck driver's 110-year sentence after a deadly accident
Rogel Lazaro Aguilera-Mederos was 23 when his semi crashed on a Colorado interstate, causing a fiery pileup that killed four people. More than 4 million people are petitioning to reduce his sentence.
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“It's like a horror movie”: Americans lacking access to proper sewage disposal
Bill Whitaker reports from Alabama, where a public health crisis has, by some estimates, left more than half the impoverished, rural residents in one county with raw sewage running onto their property.
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Leftist millennial wins election as Chile's next president | AP News
SANTIAGO, Chile (AP) — A leftist millennial who rose to prominence during anti-government protests was elected Chile’s next president Sunday after a bruising campaign against a free-market firebrand likened to Donald Trump.
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The Civilian Casualty Files
The New York Times is making public hundreds of the Pentagon’s confidential assessments of reports of civilian casualties resulting from U.S.-led airstrikes in Iraq and Syria.
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No U.S. Troops Will Be Punished for Deadly Kabul Strike, Pentagon Chief Decides
The military initially defended the strike, which killed 10 civilians including seven children, but ultimately called it a tragic mistake.
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Ahmaud Arbery l 20/20 l PART 1
Ahmaud Arbery's family members share what he had hoped for his future: Part 1An athletic young man with NFL dreams, Arbery had left college and moved home. "...
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Reimagining police departments with safety and justice in mind
Scott Pelley reports on the ways American cities are reimagining their police departments, with Austin, Texas, leading the way.
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What we know about the 3 men who were shot by Kyle Rittenhouse
On Aug. 25, 2020, Kyle Rittenhouse shot and killed Joseph Rosenbaum and Anthony Huber, and wounded Gaige Grosskreutz.
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Kyle Rittenhouse was acquitted on all charges. Here's what we know about the 3 men he shot
Kyle Rittenhouse -- accused of shooting three people, two fatally -- was acquitted on all charges on Friday by a jury in Kenosha, Wisconsin.
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Self-styled 'QAnon shaman' is sentenced to 41 months in Capitol riot
Jacob Chansley, the self-styled "QAnon shaman," was sentenced to 41 months for his role in the Jan. 6 riot after pleading guilty to obstruction.
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New Mexico DA sues unauthorized militia group, then goes after Facebook for records to prove his case
A groundbreaking lawsuit in New Mexico could serve as a blueprint for how government officials deal with armed militia groups that deploy to public spaces and act like law enforcement officers, despite having no authority to do so.
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Louisville police officer who fatally shot Breonna Taylor appeals to get his job back
Myles Cosgrove was one of the seven officers assigned to execute a no-knock search warrant on Taylor's apartment in March 2020.
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1 in 4 American Jews say they experienced antisemitism in the last year
A new report from American Jewish Committee also found that, out of fear of antisemitism, 39% of American Jews changed their behavior, such as by not wearing items that would identify them as Jewish.
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American Airlines plane is diverted after a passenger assaults a flight attendant
The man's unwillingness to wear a mask triggered the assault, a witness said, and forced the cross-country flight to land in Denver. The female flight attendant was reportedly punched in the face.
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Southwest states facing tough choices about water as Colorado River diminishes
Seven states and 30 Native American tribes lying in the Colorado River Basin prepare to make hard choices as water levels plummet due to a 22-year drought.
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Organizing online, Covid skeptics drive public health professionals from their jobs
At the same time Montana hospitals are seeing record numbers of Covid patients, county health officers are resigning or being forced out by elected officials who don't follow public health guidance.
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What it's like to be on the front lines of the school board culture war
Karen Watkins ran for her local school board because she wanted to be involved in her children's education. Since her election in 2020, she's been yelled at, threatened and followed to her car.
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Colin Powell's death doesn't contradict efficacy of coronavirus vaccines, experts say
The death of storied general and statesman Colin Powell from complications related to COVID-19 should not lead to any concerns about the efficacy of the coronavirus vaccines, according to experts and government officials.
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Australia Covid-19: Sydney is reopening and starting to live with coronavirus on 'Freedom Day' - CNN
For more than a year and a half, Australia has shut itself off from the world, closing borders and imposing strict lockdowns to stamp out Covid-19 outbreaks in a bid to eliminate the virus entirely. But on Monday its largest city is taking the first tenta
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Goodbye, Columbus? Here's what Indigenous Peoples' Day means to Native Americans
A growing movement recasts Oct. 11 as a day to appreciate the diversity and history of Indigenous communities. That visibility, say Native Americans, can help us see what else needs to change.
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Doctors say the Texas abortion ban is complicating other types of medical decisions
The law bans nearly all abortions, and doctors providing pregnancy care are hoping for more clarity soon, as legal challenges continue.
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United Airlines fires 593 people for not complying with COVID vaccine mandate
United Airlines said it has fired almost 600 employees for refusing to get vaccinated against COVID, despite the mandate the company put in place.
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CEO who gave all his employees minimum $70,000 paycheck thriving six years later
Dan Price faced praise and criticism six years ago when he boosted all his employee's salaries to $70,000 a year. But instead of the economic gloom and doom ...
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Afghanistan: US admits Kabul drone strike killed civilians
An inquiry finds the strike, days before the US pullout, killed 10 members of a family - not militants.
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How Larry Elder has helped Gavin Newsom in California's recall election - CNNPolitics
Earlier this year, when California Gov. Gavin Newsom was searching for the right message to convince disengaged Democrats to vote against the effort to oust him in Tuesday's recall election, it would have been impossible to imagine a more perfect foil
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Sweeping new vaccine mandates for 100 million Americans
WASHINGTON (AP) — In his most forceful pandemic actions and words, President Joe Biden on Thursday announced sweeping new federal vaccine requirements affecting as many as 100 million Americans in an all-out effort to increase COVID-19 vaccinations and
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Bumble And Match Leaders Set Up Funds For People Affected By The Texas Abortion Ban
"I am shocked that I now live in a state where women's reproductive laws are more regressive than most of the world, including India," says Shar Dubey, CEO of the Dallas-based Match Group.
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What Texas' New Abortion Law Means For The People Who Seek And Provide Them
Kathy Kleinfeld with Houston Women's Reproductive Services discusses the tangible impact that Texas' restrictive new abortion law is already having on her clinic and would-be patients.
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As School Board Meetings Get Hostile, Some Members Are Calling It Quits
More and more school board members, largely unpaid volunteers, are resigning or questioning their service as meetings have devolved into shouting contests between deeply political constituencies.
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Delta Air Lines Is Going To Start Charging Unvaccinated Employees $200 Per Month
Delta will not mandate employees to be vaccinated against the coronavirus, but its CEO says the charge is necessary because the average hospital stay for the virus costs the airline $40,000.
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A Woman Who Coughed On Store Food, Claiming She Had Coronavirus, Gets A Jail Sentence
She gets at least a year in jail for going to a supermarket near Wilkes-Barre, Pa., in March 2020, and purposely coughing on fresh produce while yelling that everyone would get sick.
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Mississippi Is Pleading With People To Stop Using A Livestock Drug To Treat COVID-19
In a state with the nation's second lowest rate of vaccination against the coronavirus, a jump in the number of calls to poison control has prompted warnings about ingesting the drug ivermectin.
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Hostile County Meeting Raises Question: When Does Freedom Of Speech Become A True Threat?
During this week's Board of Supervisors meeting, tempers flared and threats were directed at the supervisors.
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The Topic Of Masks In Schools Is Polarizing Some Parents To The Point Of Violence
School districts around the country have seen incidents of anti-mask parents and protesters disrupting school board meetings and school events, and some are getting physically violent.
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Teachers In Washington State Must Get Fully Vaccinated — Or They Could Be Fired
The mandate, effective Oct. 18, applies to all K-12 teachers and staff in the state. The news comes as states around the country grapple with rising cases and the return of in-person schooling.
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SEAL Team 6’s Robert O’Neill Not Surprised at Taliban Takeover of Afghanistan
Seeing Afghanistan fall to the Taliban was not a surprise to a famous Navy SEAL who is often credited with killing Osama Bin Laden.
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Will The Taliban Rule Be Any Different This Time?
The militant group terrorized Afghans and was shunned by the world for its harsh rule from 1996 to 2001. The Taliban are more image conscious now but haven't changed any fundamental principles.
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‘Climate change is going to cost us’: How the US military is preparing for harsher environments
Climate change is no longer a problem for future defense leaders — it is an immediate challenge.
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A Major Report Warns Climate Change Is Accelerating And Humans Must Cut Emissions Now
The U.N. has released the most comprehensive global climate science report ever. It is unequivocal: Humans must stop burning fossil fuels or suffer catastrophic impacts.
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United Becomes The 1st Major U.S. Airline To Require Employees Be Vaccinated
Citing "incredibly compelling" evidence that COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective, United CEO Scott Kirby announced the policy change on Friday. It will affect the carrier's 67,000 U.S. employees.
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Some San Diego restaurants move to require COVID-19 vaccination proof for customers
Some San Diego area restaurants are starting to require their customers show proof of a COVID-19 vaccination for indoor service.
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There's Vaccine Drama In Arkansas, Where Rates Are Low And Everyone Has An Opinion
The state has one of the lowest vaccination rates in the U.S. And this weekend, 80,000 doses will expire because of lack of demand. The campaign is on to get people to sign up.
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Newsom Casts Political Blame In New California Vaccine Push
The Democratic governor on Monday blamed “right wing" politicians and media for perpetuating misinformation about the shots and hindering vaccine efforts.
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As Virus Cases Rise, Another Contagion Spreads Among the Vaccinated: Anger
As coronavirus cases resurge across the country, many inoculated Americans are losing patience with vaccine holdouts who, they say, are neglecting a civic duty or clinging to conspiracy theories and misinformation even as new patients arrive in emergency
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Worried About Breakthrough COVID Cases? Here's What To Know
Fully vaccinated Olympic athletes and members of Congress have tested positive for the virus. Should you be worried? How common are breakthrough infections, and are they rising?
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Even the vaccinated must take precautions as L.A. coronavirus surge worsens, officials say
Coronavirus infections in Los Angeles County are accelerating amid a surge that has cases and hospitalizations reaching levels not seen in months.
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The Delta Variant Will Drive A Steep Rise In U.S. COVID Deaths, A New Model Shows
New estimates show the U.S. is on track to see a big rise in cases and more than triple the number of deaths by October.
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Disney Introduces A Revamped Jungle Cruise Ride Without The Racist Imagery
The ride, which previously featured racist imagery of Africans as spear-waving headhunters, has been transformed into a slapstick comedy in which the wildlife bests clueless safari-goers.
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What’s really happening in Portland, OR -- a city at a turning point dealing with its own history
Portland, Oregon has bore witness to some of the longest and most destructive demonstrations in the nation over the past year. The right-wing media would have you believe Portland is a dystopian Hell-hole overrun by anarchists, lawlessness, violence, and
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Merkel tours 'surreal' flood scene, vows aid, climate action
BERLIN (AP) — German Chancellor Angela Merkel surveyed what she called a “surreal, ghostly” scene in a devastated village on Sunday, pledging quick financial aid and a redoubled political focus on curbing climate change as the death toll from floods
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Why are wrongly-convicted people still imprisoned in Missouri?
Prosecutors have called for the release of Kevin Strickland and Lamar Johnson, who have served a combined 70 years in prison for murders they did not commit. And yet, innocence has not earned them their freedom. So, what's going on in the state of Missour
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A Study Predicts Record Flooding In The 2030s, And It's Partly Because Of The Moon
Researchers say high tide flooding in U.S. coastal regions will become more frequent in the mid-2030s because of climate change, amplified by a routine wobble in the moon's orbit.
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Carl Sagan Predicted The Mess 2021 Would Be 25 years Ago
Astrophysicist and author Carl Sagan managed to predict a lot of the things the challenges America faces in the year 2021 all the way back in 1995 when he wa...
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LA County To Require Masks Indoors Starting Saturday Regardless Of Vaccination Status
Los Angeles County officials released a new Health Officer Order Thursday requiring masks indoors regardless of vaccination status.
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California approves 1st state-funded guaranteed income plan
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) — California lawmakers on Thursday approved the first state-funded guaranteed income plan in the U.S., $35 million for monthly cash payments to qualifying pregnant people and young adults who recently left foster care with no res
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom is facing a recall — here's what to know and why he'll likely win
Gavin Newsom is the second California governor ever to face a recall election. Experts say he'll likely win.
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'An incredible day' as Lee statue removed in Charlottesville
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) — Cheers erupted Saturday as a Confederate statue that towered for nearly a century over downtown Charlottesville was carted away by truck from the Virginia city where it had become a flashpoint for racist protests and deadly v
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Delta Is Now The Dominant Coronavirus Variant In The U.S.
The CDC just released new estimates showing the highly contagious delta variant now accounts for 51.7% of cases in the U.S. In some parts of the country, the strain is responsible for 80% of cases.
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Spectator who caused chaotic Tour de France crash arrested
The spectator, a 30-year-old French woman, is accused of involuntarily causing injury and putting the life of others at risk.
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Derek Chauvin Is Sentenced To 22 1/2 Years For George Floyd's Murder
Prosecutors were asking for the former police officer to be sentenced to a 30-year prison term. The defense attorney called for probation and time already served.
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Newsom Misled the Public About Wildfire Prevention Efforts Ahead Of Worst Fire Season On Record
Gov. Gavin Newsom dramatically overstated the amount of fire prevention work performed on “priority projects” he touted and cut Cal Fire’s mitigation budget by $150 million last year, an investigation by CapRadio and NPR’s California Newsroom foun
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Derek Chauvin Will Be Sentenced Today Over George Floyd's Murder
Prosecutors have asked for the former police officer to be sentenced to a 30-year prison term. His defense attorney is calling for probation and time already served.
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General's response to Matt Gaetz leaves him shaking his head
The Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, Gen. Mark Milley, says he wants to know what caused the January 6th insurrection and fired back at Rep. Matt Gaetz...
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John McAfee, Software Pioneer, Found Dead In A Spanish Prison Cell
Just hours earlier, a court in Spain had approved the extradition of McAfee to the U.S., where he was set to stand trial on federal tax-evasion charges in New York.
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'It's out of control.' Airlines, flight attendants want stiffer penalties for unruly passengers
Lawmakers and flight crews have become alarmed about a spike in disruptive and sometimes violent passengers on planes.
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Mike Lindell says he lost $7M in failed mask venture touted by Trump: "Can't give them away"
Lindell first announced the venture in the White House Rose Garden last March, alongside former President Donald Trump and several other CEOs.
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Under Trump, Juneteenth was marred by controversy — with Biden, it's a federal holiday
The contrast between former President Donald Trump's final Juneteenth in the White House and the lead-up to President Joe Biden's first is stark.
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'Obamacare' survives: Supreme Court dismisses big challenge
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court, though increasingly conservative in makeup, rejected the latest major Republican-led effort to kill the national health care law known as “Obamacare” on Thursday, preserving insurance coverage for millions of Ame
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Israel set to swear in government, end Netanyahu's long rule
JERUSALEM (AP) — Israel is set to swear in a new government on Sunday that will send Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu into the opposition after a record 12 years in office and a political crisis that sparked four elections in two years.
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Antisemitism Spikes, And Many Jews Wonder: Where Are Our Allies?
After turning out for racial justice and other movements in the U.S., they are frustrated by the response to attacks and hatred directed at Jews following the latest Mideast violence.
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A New Nevada Law Bans Racial Mascots In Schools And 'Sundown Sirens'
The measure prohibits racially discriminatory mascots, images, sounds or songs in schools. And counties can no longer sound sirens that once signified it was time for certain people to leave town.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu May Be On His Way Out. What Happens Next?
Israeli politicians from the right and left and an Arab party say they've reached an agreement to form a new government that casts out Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. But it's not yet a done deal.
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Greenwood, 1921: One of the worst race massacres in American history
In 1921, a thriving Black neighborhood in Tulsa, Oklahoma, burned, leaving hundreds dead.
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Inside the Battle for Jerusalem
Israel’s bombing of Gaza has killed 213 people and Hamas rockets into Israel have killed 13. The latest violence between Israel and Palestine came after week...
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Big gaps in vaccine rates across the US worry health experts
FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) — A steady crowd of people flowed into the New England Patriots' stadium for their second dose of the COVID-19 vaccine this week in Massachusetts, which is nearing its goal of vaccinating more than 4 million and plans to close
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Brooklyn Center officer faces hearing in shooting of Daunte Wright; city approves sweeping changes in policing
An ex-police officer faces a hearing in Minnesota on a manslaughter charge in the fatal shooting of Black man that touched off days of angry protests.
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U.S. says ready to help Israel, Palestinians if they seek a ceasefire
NEW YORK (Reuters) -The United States told the United Nations Security Council on Sunday it has made clear to Israel, the Palestinians and others that it is ready to offer support "should the parties seek a ceasefire" to end the worsening violence between
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Judge Dismisses NRA Bankruptcy Case, Heightening Risk For Dissolution Of Group
A federal judge threw out the National Rifle Association's bid to declare bankruptcy Tuesday, allowing New York to proceed in its effort to dissolve the gun rights group for alleged "fraud and abuse."
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Hamas fires rockets into Israel as tensions in Jerusalem boil over
The violence comes on Jerusalem Day, the anniversary of Israel's capture of the city in the 1967 Six-Day War.
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Man Who Shot And Killed 3 At Kansas Jewish Centers Dies In Prison
Frazier Glenn Miller Jr. founded two white supremacist militias in the 1980s and served time in prison but fell off the radar of law enforcement before his deadly antisemitic rampage in 2014.
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'Full Of Hatred And Fear': Disinformation On YouTube Divided A Dad And Daughter
Renee Ekwoge says false and misleading videos on YouTube have changed her dad. What was once a strong, loving relationship has been corrupted, she says, by conspiratorial YouTube videos.
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Cancel culture, a new wedge issue
Pillorying targets on social media serves the outrage of both the left and the right, and it's not going away. Senior contributor Ted Koppel explores what it means for our politics and our society.
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NPR turns 50
On May 3, 1971, the National Public Radio news program "All Things Considered" premiered. To mark NPR's 50th anniversary, correspondent Faith Salie interviews some of the network's leading voices, including Susan Stamberg, Audie Cornish and Eric Deggans,
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Video Leaks Of NRA's Wayne LaPierre Missing His Mark On Elephant Hunt
"I'm not sure where you're shooting," a guide tells the longtime head of the National Rifle Association. The footage had reportedly been suppressed for years.
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60 Minutes interviews the prosecutors of Derek Chauvin
Scott Pelley speaks with Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison and the prosecutorial team that convicted Derek Chauvin for the murder of George Floyd.
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Service chiefs will weigh in on controversial plan to remove commanders’ control over sexual assault cases
The defense secretary is seeking feedback from service chiefs, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and Pentagon policy experts.
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Chauvin guilty of murder: Ex-cop convicted in George Floyd death
The jury has found former police officer Derek Chauvin guilty on all counts in the murder of George Floyd last May.
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Sources: Washington County Attorney's Office expected to charge officer in Brooklyn Center shooting Wednesday
Sources tell 5 EYEWITNESS NEWS the Washington County Attorney's Office is planning on charging former Brooklyn Center police officer Kim Potter on Wednesday ...
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Brooklyn Center Police Chief And Officer Who Shot Daunte Wright Resign
The resignations of Kim Potter, who fired her gun at Wright, and Chief Tim Gannon come after the city council passed a resolution calling for them to be relieved of duty.
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Unless There’s a Miracle, the Ocean Beach Pier Is History
By Geoff Page After three years of trying to obtain a copy, the city finally coughed up the engineering report on the Ocean Beach Pier. As expected, the pier is in real trouble. The OCEAN BEACH FIS…
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Washington Post editor Marty Baron on our nation's "wake-up call"
The retiring leader of the Post's newsroom talks about the changing world of newspapers, the importance of a free press, and how events of the past several years have shined a light on the fragility of democratic institutions.
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VERIFY: No, the Vice President does not want to shut down the VA
The quote attributed to her in a viral post is made up and goes against the vice president’s record of assisting veterans.
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Fewer Than Half Of U.S. Adults Belong To A Religious Congregation, New Poll Shows
For the first time since Gallup began asking the question in 1937, fewer than half of U.S. adults interviewed said they belonged to a church, synagogue or mosque. That figure is down from 70% in 2000.
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Small but Mighty: How Three Small Cities are Saving Energy and Embraci
Leading small U.S. cities—like San Luis Obispo in California, St. Louis Park in Minnesota, and Rockville in Maryland—are showing how fellow municipalities across the country can take signi...
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California Bills Would Take Badges From Misbehaving Officers
California is one of just four states without a way to decertify police officers, alongside Hawaii, New Jersey and Rhode Island.
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WHO Points To Wildlife Farms In Southern China As Likely Source Of Pandemic
Peter Daszak of the investigative team sent to Wuhan says the farms were probably where the coronavirus first jumped from bats to another animal before infecting humans.
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Who Won't Get a Third Stimulus Check (Not Everyone is Eligible!) | Kiplinger
Not everyone is getting a third stimulus check. See if you're on the list of people who aren't eligible for a third-round payment.
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New $1,400 stimulus checks are on the way. Here's who qualifies for the money
As President Joe Biden has signed off on new coronavirus relief aid, $1,400 stimulus checks should start arriving soon.
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Asian Americans Experience 'Far More' Hate Incidents Than Numbers Indicate
Racially motivated attacks against Asian Americans have been on the rise since the start of the pandemic, but a Los Angeles-based civil rights group says the actual numbers are even higher.
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DOJ Says At Least 100 More People Could Be Charged Over Capitol Attack
The Justice Department says the investigation into the Capitol insurrection will likely be one of the largest in American history.
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Wounded women veterans face higher levels of loneliness, isolation: report
Officials say the new survey from Wounded Warrior Project shows a need for more transition programs focused on women.
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Black Farmers Have Long Faced Discrimination. New Aid Aims To Right Past Wrongs
Generations of systemic discrimination have decimated the number of Black farmers in the U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack talked with NPR about new funding for debt relief.
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'Life-Changing' Stimulus Checks Begin Rolling Out
Within days of President Biden signing the stimulus bill into law, many Americans have been delighted to see bank accounts showing $1,400 deposits already pending.
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Some Faith Leaders Call Equality Act Devastating; For Others, It's God's Will
Some religious groups fear the Equality Act could undermine the freedom to exercise traditional faith beliefs. Other denominations say anti-LGBTQ discrimination cannot be tolerated.
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Iowa Reporter Found Not Guilty By Jury After Arrest At Black Lives Matter Protest
Des Moines Register reporter Andrea Sahouri was arrested by police as she was covering a Black Lives Matter protest. She was charged with failing to disperse and interfering with official acts.
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French teen admits she lied about teacher lesson that got him beheaded by Islamic terrorist
A French teen has admitted she lied about her teacher asking Muslim students to leave a classroom so he could show an irreverent picture of the Prophet Mohammed – a lie that led to the instructor’s beheading by an Islamic terrorist 10 days later.
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Sewage in bathtubs, more mold, stinky closet: Officers sue landlord over Monterey housing
Their daughter’s teacher reported “that there was a stench emanating from the little girl’s clothes.
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Derek Chauvin, Charged With George Floyd's Death, May Face Additional Murder Charge
The former Minneapolis police officer is to be tried on charges of second-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter starting next week. A charge of third-degree murder had been dismissed earlier.
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'Not fair!': Man who put feet on Pelosi's desk has outburst at court hearing for Capitol riot
Richard Barnett told the judge that "everybody else is getting out" after it was determined he'd stay in custody until his next court date in May.
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Mask-Refusing Woman Who Tried to Shame San Diego Barista Now Suing Creator of Viral GoFundMe Page
The man who created the viral “Tips for Lenin” GoFundMe page is being sued by the San Diego woman who tried to shame the Starbucks barista online for following COVID-19 safety protocols and refusing to serve her.
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Antifa Didn't Storm The Capitol. Just Ask The Rioters.
Many charged in the Capitol riot mentioned antifa in relation to the attack, describing the anti-fascist movement as an enemy and refuting the baseless claim that Trump supporters weren't involved.
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2 popular San Diego bowling alleys closing for good
Kearny Mesa Bowl and Mira Mesa Lanes had been "surviving on vapors" this past year due to the coronavirus pandemic, only able to open for about two weeks in 2020.
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FBI Has Found No Evidence of Antifa Involvement in Capitol Attack, Says Director
In testimony, FBI Director Christopher Wray said acts of white supremacist violence have nearly tripled since 2017.
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What You Need To Know About The County’s COVID-19 Hotels
Here are five key takeaways from inewsource investigation into a San Diego County COVID-19 program.
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House passes sweeping LGBTQ rights bill
The Equality Act would ban discrimination against people based on sexual orientation and gender identity.
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Fact checks from Reuters journalists on social media claims and visual material
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Dominion Voting Systems Files Defamation Lawsuit Against MyPillow, CEO Mike Lindell
Dominion is seeking damages of $1.3 billion. According to the complaint, Lindell knowingly spread disinformation that Dominion's voting systems rigged the 2020 presidential election.
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QAnon's corrosive impact on the U.S.
Tens of millions of Americans believe QAnon's core -- and false -- theory that an evil cabal of Satan-worshipping elites commits atrocities against children and controls much of the world. Where does this movement stand and who has it impacted? Lesley Sta
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Disinformation Fuels A White Evangelical Movement. It Led 1 Virginia Pastor To Quit
Some evangelical circles have incubated and spread conspiracy theories for years. It's part of a movement called Christian nationalism that researchers call a threat to American democracy.
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Ocasio-Cortez Fundraising Drive For Texas Relief Raises $4 Million
What began as a call for donations to help Texas residents hurt by the storm grew into millions of dollars that will go to several local charities. Ocasio-Cortez visited a Houston food bank Saturday.
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The Capitol Siege: The Arrested And Their Stories
More than 250 people have been charged in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot. NPR is looking at the cases. Each provides clues to questions surrounding the attack: Who joined the mob? What did they do? And why?
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Aunt Jemima No More; Pancake Brand Renamed Pearl Milling Company
Aunt Jemima and other food brands, such as Uncle Ben's, announced a redesign following protests against systemic racism and police brutality in the U.S. last summer.
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House Removes Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene From Her Committee Assignments
Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy did not take the robust action Democrats and some Republicans were calling for, so the whole chamber took up a resolution on her racist and inflammatory comments.
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Dodger Stadium's COVID-19 vaccination site temporarily shut down after protesters gather at entrance
The demonstrators included members of anti-vaccine and far-right groups.
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VERIFY: Yes, jobs lost from President Biden canceling Keystone XL Pipeline, but not as many as you think
How many jobs are being lost after the order to stop the construction of the Keystone XL Pipeline? How many jobs does he plan to create with his clean energy plan?
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DC Guardsman on orders to 'do nothing' during Capitol attack
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Kohl's, Bed Bath & Beyond, and other companies' decision to end partnerships with MyPillow spell 'pain' for the controversial pillow brand
Companies' decisions to cut ties with MyPillow are shaping up to be a significant blow to the controversial pillow company.
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Biden inauguration leaves QAnon believers in disarray
Followers of the baseless conspiracy theory are split over failed inauguration day predictions.
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Militant Christian Nationalists Remain A Potent Force, Even After The Capitol Riot
The conviction of some Christians that God has a particular plan for America gave extra potency to efforts in support of Trump's attempts to overturn his election defeat.
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Employers are taking a hard line against workers who support pro-Trump mob attack on U.S. Capitol
Many businesses want to distance themselves from the riot — which can mean firing workers who supported Trump’s inflammatory rhetoric even if they did not directly participate in the failed insurrection.
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New York State Bar Association Considers Expelling Rudy Giuliani
The bar association said it received "hundreds of complaints in recent months" about Giuliani, ultimately deciding Monday to launch a "historic" inquiry into the president's attorney.
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People at the US Capitol riot are being identified and losing their jobs - CNN
At least three men have lost their jobs as a result of their involvement in the unrest at the US Capitol Wednesday.
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First Inventory of Damage to U.S. Capitol Building Released
The damage was largely limited to broken glass, busted doors and graffiti, the report said.
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Amazon is removing Parler from its web hosting service, meaning the platform will go offline Sunday if it can't find another host
Amazon's decision came amid calls for the company to stop providing services to Parler, after people used the site to plan the deadly Capitol riots.
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Californians shouldn't travel more than 120 miles from home, state says
Under updated guidance from the California Department of Public Health, travelers from other states or countries are also "strongly discouraged" from coming to California.
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Where Was Security When A Pro-Trump Mob Stormed The Capitol?
Armed with pro-Trump banners, the rioters far outnumbered and swiftly overwhelmed the Capitol Police as they charged up the steps, smashed windows, broke into the Senate chamber and occupied offices.
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Trump loyalists push evidence-free claims that antifa activists fueled mob
The claims are typical of many that arise during major news events and particularly violent acts; fringe communities often label them "false flag" attacks.
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Pro-Trump protesters storm the US Capitol building - in pictures
US lawmakers and staff are seen wearing protective gas masks as police draw guns on protesters.
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U.S. Capitol In Chaos As Trump Supporters Breach Building
The Capitol was engulfed in chaos, as supporters of President Trump, responding to his call to head there, breached the complex, resulting in violence in the seat of America's federal government.
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D.C. Police make several arrests ahead of major pro-Trump election protest
Protesters remained out in the street well into the night, with videos on social media showing some clashing with police.
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Former SEAL Team 6 member to plead guilty in Green Beret's death
Member of SEAL Team 6 to plead guilty in 2017 death of Army Green Beret.
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Fighting back against internet lies
Scott Pelley reports on Section 230 of the Communications Decency Act of 1996, which protects internet platforms from liability for what users post on their sites, Sunday on 60 Minutes.
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Jonathan Pollard, Spy for Israel, Gets Hero’s Welcome From Netanyahu: ‘You’re Home’
Mr. Pollard, who gave a range of classified documents to Israel starting in 1984, recently completed his parole. His case was a longstanding irritant to American-Israeli ties.
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Louisville Police To Fire Two More Officers Involved In Death Of Breonna Taylor
One officer wasn't at the raid but applied for the search warrant with misleading information. The move comes months after the department fired another detective.
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Columbus, Ohio, Officer Who Shot And Killed Andre Hill Is Fired
"This is what accountability looks like," Police Chief Tom Quinlan said Monday. "Mr. [Adam] Coy will now have to answer to the state investigators for the death of Andre Hill."
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'Toxic Individualism': Pandemic Politics Driving Health Care Workers From Small Towns
A wave of departing medical professionals in rural areas threatens to leave gaping holes in these health care systems and local economies, triggering a death spiral that may be hard to stop.
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US Surpasses 19 Million COVID-19 Cases Amid Fears Of Holiday Surge | Sunday TODAY
The United States has surpassed 19 million cases of the coronavirus, adding more than a million infections in less than a week. This comes amid fears of anot...
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Stay-At-Home Order Update San Diego County
Grim coronavirus numbers in San Diego County match equally bad, if not worse, numbers across the state. NBC 7’s Alexis Rivas takes a look at where we stand now and how we can get out.
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'It's So Much Worse Than Before.' Dread And Despair Haunt Nurses Inside LA's ICUs
As hospitals struggle with the patient surge in Los Angeles County, their ICU nurses are overwhelmed by the physical demands and emotional toll of caring for the most seriously ill COVID-19 patients.
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California Health System Buckling Under COVID-19 Pandemic
California’s health care system is buckling under the strain of the nation’s largest coronavirus outbreak and authorities say it may fracture in weeks if people ignore holiday social distancing.
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Metro teen jailed for breaking COVID-19 quarantine in Cayman Islands is ‘scared to death,’ mom says
The mother of a metro Atlanta teen arrested and sentenced to prison for violating the Cayman Islands quarantine rules said her daughter is scared to death in prison.
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Column: A cancer patient needed critical care. Because of the COVID-19 surge, she died without it
Kim Folsom was a former nurse with a radiant smile and matronly toughness. When she needed to be transferred to a larger hospital, none had space because of the COVID-19 surge.
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California Hospitals Discuss Rationing Care As Virus Surges
California’s overwhelmed hospitals are setting up makeshift extra beds for coronavirus patients, and a handful of facilities in hard-hit Los Angeles County are drawing up emergency plans in case they have to limit how many people receive life-saving car
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Why Native Americans are celebrating Rep. Haaland’s nomination
President-elect Joe Biden is nominating Representative Deb Haaland to lead the Department of Interior. If confirmed, she would become the first Native American to lead the agency, which is responsible for public lands, including land taken from Indigenous
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'Disturbing' Hitler Video Circulated Among San Diego Police Prompts Investigation
An internal investigation was underway Friday into the creation and circulation among San Diego Police Department employees of a video featuring images of Adolf Hitler and a commentary that "negatively portrays the community and department leadership" and
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A Rural School Under Pressure To Stay Open: 'People Are Just ... Rough And Tough'
Despite alarming rises in COVID-19 cases and deaths in rural America, some schools are under pressure to stay open for in-person learning while resisting requiring masks and other measures.
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Woman whose home Chicago police wrongfully raided says she feared for her life, relates to Breonna Taylor
A woman whose home was wrongfully raided by Chicago police last year said she feared for her life during the incident.
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Vaccinated Teachers Won’t Mean Automatic School Reopenings In San Diego County
Teachers are currently expected to be vaccinated behind frontline healthcare workers and nursing home residents.
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Atlantic City to auction off demolition of former Trump casino
Atlantic City hopes to raise a million dollars from someone keen to send off the hotel with a bang.
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Cop Resigns After Carving Swastika Into Fellow Officer's Vehicle
Officer Timothy Tufts had joined the police department of Marblehead, Massachusetts, four years ago.
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Extra body bags, refrigeration trucks: Valley agencies are preparing for the rising COVID-19 death toll
Central Valley agencies are preparing for an influx of COVID-19 deaths as California activates the Mass Fatality Program.
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Ex-Houston Police Officer Charged In Attack Over Bogus Election Fraud Plot
Former police captain Mark Anthony Aguirre was paid $266,400 by the right-wing Liberty Center for God and Country to investigate an alleged ballot fraud scheme in Harris County, Texas.
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Fauci Predicts U.S. Could See Signs Of Herd Immunity By Late March Or Early April
Dr. Fauci said once the vaccine becomes widely available, if by "April, May, June, July, we get as many people vaccinated as possible, we could really turn this thing around" by the end of 2021.
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What We Know About Russia's Latest Alleged Hack Of The U.S. Government
The list of affected agencies is growing by the day. The full extent of the damage is still not clear, and U.S. authorities have provided few details.
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Electoral College Affirms Biden Victory As Trump Continues Baseless Challenges
Supporters of President-elect Joe Biden hope the milestone will end President Trump's false allegations of widespread fraud and unsuccessful attempts to overturn the results — but that is unlikely.
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Idaho Anne Frank Memorial Defaced With Nazi Propaganda
Nine stickers with swastikas were placed on the memorial in downtown Boise sometime between Monday evening and Tuesday morning. One of the stickers read, "We are everywhere."
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Column: The Kyle Rittenhouse case is about vigilante justice. Let’s hope it doesn’t prevail.
It's the job of police, not self-appointed civilian overseers, to restore peace, Dahleen Glanton writes.
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Immigration officials restore DACA and start accepting first-time applications following court order
The unlikely survival of DACA represents yet another defeat for the Trump administration's efforts to dismantle President Obama's signature policies.
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Bar owner drove into officer while fleeing arrest for flouting shutdown orders, sheriff says
Danny Presti drove his turquoise Jeep about 100 yards with a sergeant on the hood, leaving the officer with fractured shinbones, authorities allege. Presti's bar has brazenly flouted coronavirus restrictions.
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Giuliani has tested positive for coronavirus, Trump says
Rudy Giuliani, who has led President Trump's legal challenges to try and overturn the election, has tested positive for coronavirus, the president said Sunday.
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Nearly 85% Of California Residents To Be Under Stay-At-Home Orders Through Christmas
State officials announced on Saturday that they will bring back sweeping new restrictions as coronavirus cases continue to climb and ICU capacity dwindles.
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Judge orders restoration of DACA, opening immigration program to new applicants for first time since 2017
About 300,000 undocumented immigrant teens and young adults who qualify for DACA on paper could apply for the Obama-era protections from deportation following the court order.
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Public Health Workers In Kansas Walk Away Over Pressure From Pandemic Politics
Across the country, they are quitting and the exodus is particularly pronounced in rural Kansas where opposition to mask mandates and other public health edicts remains strong.
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House passes historic bill to decriminalize cannabis
The proposal would end a federal ban on marijuana and create a pathway to expunge related criminal records.
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Gov. Newsom: Most Of California Likely Under New Stay-At-Home Order Within Days
Newsom announced new stay-at-home rules on Thursday that will trigger when a region’s intensive care unit capacity falls below 15%. Newsom said four of the state’s five regions are likely to meet that threshold within a day or two.
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Biden Asks Fauci To Join His Team, Will Urge 100 Days Of Mask-Wearing
The president-elect also told CNN on Thursday he would ask Americans to wear masks for the first 100 days of his administration.
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More Americans Pay Rent On Credit Cards As Lawmakers Fail To Pass Relief Bill
Many Americans who've lost income in the pandemic are falling deeper into debt — forced to pay bills or even their rent on credit cards. It's a sign of trouble ahead for the economy.
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Navy will scrap fire-ravaged Bonhomme Richard
Officials said it will cost too much to resurrect the amphib, which burned for more than four days this summer.
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Meet The Press Broadcast (Full) - November 29th, 2020 | Meet The Press | NBC News
Dr. Anthony Fauci, Director, National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, talks to Chuck Todd about the ongoing Covid-19 spike. In an exclusive int...
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Fighting demons, healing hatred, restoring hope: How to defeat extremism in the US military
The military needs a program as part of the mandatory demobilization process to promote the deradicalization of service members, says the author of this commentary.
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Government Model Suggests U.S. COVID-19 Cases Could Be Approaching 100 Million
Government scientists estimate that the true number of coronavirus infections is eight times the reported number of 12.5 million, meaning "most of the country remains at risk," the team reports.
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Most Number of People In Need of Food This Thanksgiving Since Great Depression, Data Shows
Roughly 1 in 6 adults and 1 in 4 children in the U.S. are struggling to meet their basic food needs this holiday season.
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Potential COVID-19 surge after Thanksgiving could cause 'humanitarian crisis'
As Americans prepare for what will likely be an unconventional Thanksgiving, health officials are pleading with the public to heed public health guidelines.
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Are More Lockdowns Inevitable, Or Can Other Measures Stop The Surge?
The U.S. added more than 1 million cases in the past week. More than 85,000 people are hospitalized. Some states may have no choice but to lock down again. Others are trying a "surgical approach."
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Public Officials Campaign To Keep People Home For Thanksgiving
As COVID-19 cases continue to soar across the country, officials are pleading with the public to rethink large holiday gatherings to mitigate the spread.
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Former Navy analyst convicted of spying is expected in Israel soon, says Netanyahu
Jonathan Pollard, a civilian intelligence analyst for the U.S. Navy, sold military secrets to Israel while working at the Pentagon in the 1980s.
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COVID-19 Denial Still Rampant In Some Coronavirus Hot Spots
Efforts to slow the spread of the coronavirus are being hampered because many people don't believe it's real. "It's absolute garbage," said Craig Mann of Flathead County in northwest Montana.
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New Orleans Mayor Cancels Mardi Gras Parades In 2021
"With COVID-19 cases increasing around the country, we will have to modify how to observe [Carnival] season," the mayor said. She's asking for alternative ideas from the public.
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'The Rise Of The New South': Black Women Organizers Turn Georgia Bluish
LaTosha Brown, co-founder of Black Voters Matter, talks about her work getting out the vote in Georgia.
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Biden's First 100 Days: Here's What To Expect
Joe Biden has made dozens of campaign promises. A significant amount of his agenda centers on reversing or updating positions taken by the Trump administration.
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US election: Trump says Biden won but again refuses to concede
The president says for the first time his rival won the US election, but backtracks almost immediately.
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States Issue New Covid-19 Restrictions As Virus Surges | NBC Nightly News
Whether urging residents to stay home or rolling back reopenings, officials across the country are imposing more restrictions. North Dakota’s governor issued...
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Doug Emhoff: The first 'second dude' in the White House
By way of Kamala Harris's historic candidacy her husband will also be breaking barriers.
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U.S. Adds 184,000 Coronavirus Cases In 1 Day, With No End In Sight
The country set another record for daily infections. America is the world leader in COVID-19 fatalities. President-elect Joe Biden expressed alarm and urged the Trump administration to take action.
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Trump Supporters Descend On Washington For Events Contesting Biden's Victory
Right-wing activists and protesters designated as hate groups echo the president's false claims of a stolen election. He even made an appearance with a drive-by in his motorcade.
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With DeVos out, Biden plans series of reversals on education
The first task will be addressing schools’ needs in the pandemic.
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How The Navajo Nation Helped Flip Arizona For Democrats
Support from Navajo voters may have been what pushed the Grand Canyon State to support its first Democratic presidential candidate since Bill Clinton in 1996.
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Covid in the U.S.: Latest Map and Case Count
A detailed county map shows the extent of the coronavirus outbreak, with tables of the number of cases by county.
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A global black market for negative COVID-19 test results has emerged, with fakes starting around $200
As the coronavirus pandemic drags on, people around the world are turning to the black market for negative tests that enable them to travel.
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Veterans And Gold Star Families Granted Lifetime Passes To National Parks
Former service members and families of those killed on active duty will have "free access to the iconic and treasured lands they fought to protect."
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TikTok users troll Trump's voter fraud hotline in viral videos
Social media pranksters are calling into Trump's campaign team to taunt operators with false fraud accounts
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Extremism Experts Warn Of Dangers In Baseless Claims Of 'Stolen' Election
Activists pushing baseless claims about a "stolen" election mobilized in several cities in response to President-elect Joe Biden's victory.
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In photos: Americans react to Biden's victory
It took several days of vote counting, but we finally have a projected winner in the 2020 presidential race. And across the United States, Joe Biden supporters poured into the streets to celebrate his win.
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LIVE: Americans Celebrate as Joe Biden Defeats Donald Trump to Win 2020 Election
(Nov. 7) Joe Biden campaigned on the premise that his calm competency could lead the country out of the tumultuous years of Donald Trump. In the end, it was ...
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Biden Wins Presidency, According To AP, Edging Trump In Turbulent Race
With Pennsylvania in Joe Biden's column, the former vice president gains the 270 electoral votes needed to be elected.
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Biden is projected winner in Michigan as tense nation watches final tally
Biden's Electoral College lead grew Wednesday afternoon as he flipped Wisconsin and Michigan, two states that went for Trump in 2016.
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Vienna terrorist attack: at least two dead after shooting near synagogue in Austria – live updates
Austrian police say one civilian and one suspect are dead after shootings across six locations in the centre of Vienna
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Teen told police "I shot two white kids" after allegedly killing two Kenosha protesters
Kyle Rittenhouse cried and vomited as he described what happened on August 25, police records show.
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'Guns, Protests And Elections Do Not Mix': Conflict Experts See Rising Warning Signs
If no clear winner emerges on election night, experts in global conflict warn conditions are ripe for potential violence in the U.S.
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Hundreds of Trump supporters stuck on freezing cold Omaha airfield after rally, 7 taken to hospitals
Overall, 30 people were "contacted" for medical reasons, the Omaha Police Department said in a statement.
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Why Diversity Training Has Been Suspended At USAID
The suspension followed an executive order from the Trump administration that called such workplace programs "divisive," "anti-American," racist against white people and sexist against men.
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'Boogaloo Bois' member charged in connection to shooting at MN police station
Prosecutors say Ivan Harrison Hunter, 26, fired 13 rounds from an AK-47 during Minneapolis protests in late May.
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Covid-19 Is Surging at Weddings, Dinner Parties and Big Group Events
The desire of Americans to gather at events, including performances, weddings and parties, helps explain the steep rise in new cases.
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Santee customer berates Starbucks barista when asked to wear a mask
The incident took place Saturday at the Starbucks located on North Magnolia Avenue in Santee.
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Fauci admits administration has restricted his media appearances, says he's not surprised Trump got COVID
In a wide-ranging 60 Minutes interview, Dr. Anthony Fauci expresses his frustration with a Trump campaign ad; explains why, early in the pandemic, masks were largely recommended for health care workers; and says whether he plans to vote in person.
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Michigan Bans Open Carry Of Guns At Polling Locations On Election Day
Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson issued the directive Friday. It said the presence of guns "may cause disruption, fear or intimidation for voters, election workers and others."
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The End Of Oil? Battle Lines Drawn As Industry Grapples With Energy's Future
The pandemic is adding renewed urgency to a critical debate: Just how quickly can the planet reduce its dependence on oil?
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Facebook Bans Ads Discouraging Vaccines, In Latest Misinformation Crackdown
The move is a reversal of Facebook's longstanding reluctance to block problematic content. Critics say public health misinformation has flourished on the social network.
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The Lincoln Project: Career Republicans call on Americans to vote out President Trump
A group of longtime Republican strategists who have worked with the likes of John McCain and George W. Bush have launched a scorching campaign against the president. Lesley Stahl reports.
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Q and the ABCs of spreading conspiracy theories
Followers of the online conspiracy theorist "QAnon" have propagated outlandish disinformation about secret plots by a "deep state" cabal of Satanic, cannibalistic child-traffickers; how are such ideas spread?
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Trump Has Now Moved $2.3 Million Of Campaign-Donor Money Into His Private Business
The richest president in American history still has not donated a dollar to his reelection campaign.
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White Gun-Wielding St. Louis Couple Reportedly Indicted By Grand Jury
"I've been told they've been charged with exhibiting a firearm and tampering with evidence," Joel Schwartz, who represents Mark and Patricia McCloskey told NPR.
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The #ProudBoys Twitter hashtag has been taken over by gay men - CNN
The Proud Boys hashtag, which members of the far-right group have been using, was trending Sunday after gay men on Twitter hijacked it and flooded the feed with photos of their loved ones and families and with memes.
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News consumers in the heartland
Ted Koppel talks with Trump voters in West Virginia about their views on the president's COVID-19 diagnosis, and explores the increasing reliance on partisan social media sources for one's news
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What is QAnon: Far-right conspiracy movement’s growing influence
Support for QAnon is growing online and showing up in the crowds of Trump rallies. The movement, labeled a domestic terror threat by the FBI, pushes a long list of false, outlandish and anti-Semitic conspiracy theories that experts worry will be a politic
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DHS memo told officials to make comments favorable to Kenosha shootings suspect
In prepping DHS officials for questions about Rittenhouse, the document suggests they say he took a gun to Kenosha "to help defend small business owners."
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For the fire-ravaged ship Bonhomme Richard, the US Navy has no good options
The damage to Bonhomme Richard is tremendous, but the Navy doens't have any good choices
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Fred Perry stops selling polo shirt associated with the 'Proud Boys' - CNN
British apparel-maker Fred Perry has pulled a polo shirt from the US market after it became associated with the far-right group the Proud Boys.
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NY Times: Trump Paid $750 In US Income Taxes in 2016, 2017
President Donald Trump paid no federal income taxes in 10 of the past 15 years, according to a report in The New York Times. A lawyer for the Trump Organization called the report “inaccurate.”
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The controversy over qualified immunity
The doctrine whereby police officers are protected from civil lawsuits in certain cases has come under question – as citizens who claim their Constitutional rights had been violated by police have been mired in legal actions for years
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Video Of Seattle Officer Rolling Bicycle Over Protester's Head Leads To Suspension
The unnamed officer will be placed on administrative leave pending an investigation into the incident that occurred during protests earlier this week.
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California Governor Signs Order Banning Sales Of New Gasoline Cars By 2035
Gov. Gavin Newsom signed an executive order Wednesday that amounts to the most aggressive clean-car policy in the U.S. and would end the sale of new gas vehicles in the state in 15 years.
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In Rural Oregon, Threats And Backlash Follow Racial Justice Protests
Online fights over racial justice have spilled onto the courthouse lawn in Prineville, Ore. Black Lives Matter protesters there stand off regularly with counterdemonstrators waving Trump flags.
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Family Of Man Killed By National Guard In Louisville Files Wrongful Death Suit
David "Ya Ya" McAtee was killed in June as he stood in the doorway of the barbecue stand he owned in the Kentucky city's West End.
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Omaha Bar Owner Has Died By Suicide After He Was Charged In Shooting Of Black Man
Jake Gardner was on the West Coast when a grand jury indicted him last week for the May killing of James Scurlock in Omaha, Neb. Gardner died "at his own hand," his lawyers said Sunday.
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Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Champion Of Gender Equality, Dies At 87
Ginsburg, the second woman to serve on the Supreme Court, died from complications from cancer. Her death will set in motion what promises to be a tumultuous political battle over who will succeed her.
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Backup Driver Of Autonomous Uber SUV Charged With Negligent Homicide In Arizona
Rafaela Vasquez was watching the television show The Voice when the car struck a pedestrian walking her bike across a Tempe street at night.
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Conspiracies Add Fuel To An Already Challenging Wildfire Season : Consider This from NPR
Wildfires in Western states aren't slowing down and conspiracy theories about who started them are only making things harder for responders. Conrad Wilson from Oregon Public Broadcasting reports on how claims of Antifa arsonists have clogged up the phone
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'I Don't Think Science Knows': Visiting Fires, Trump Denies Climate Change
On the other side of the country Joe Biden also addressed the fires, linking them to climate change.
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Rochester mayor fires police chief, suspends city attorney over death of Daniel Prude
Rochester, N.Y., Mayor Lovely Warren (D) said Monday she is firing the city's chief of police and suspending its city attorney in the aftermath of the death of Daniel Prude in police custody in March. Warren's announcement that she is firing Roche
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QAnon Website Shuts Down After N.J. Man Identified as Operator
A popular website for posts about the conspiracy group QAnon abruptly shut down after a fact-checking group identified the developer as a New Jersey man.
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4 Houston Police Officers Fired Over Fatal Shooting Of Nicolas Chavez
"You don't get to shoot somebody 21 times," Houston Police Chief Art Acevedo said of the deadly encounter in April. "I cannot defend that."
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Protesters Were Supposed To Hear Warnings Before Federal Police Moved In. They Didn't.
In June, federal police cleared peaceful protesters from a park by the White House. Lawyers now say U.S. Park Police violated a settlement that set out rules for engaging mass demonstrations in D.C.
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Portland, Oregon, passes toughest ban on facial recognition in US
The ordinance outlaws the use of facial recognition not only by government agencies, but also by private businesses.
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7th US service member has died from COVID-19
In total, the Pentagon has reported nearly 38,500 COVID-19 cases among military personnel.
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Congress Launches Investigation Into Fort Hood Deaths
The probe will focus on whether the recent tragedies "may be symptomatic of underlying leadership, discipline, and morale deficiencies throughout the chain-of-command."
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Rochester, N.Y., Police Chief La'Ron Singletary Resigns
"The entire Rochester Police Department command staff has announced their retirement," Mayor Lovely A. Warren said Tuesday.
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Multiple boats sink during Trump Boat Parade on Lake Travis
A parade for President Donald Trump gets dicey when multiple boats sink on Lake Travis. According to first responders, nobody was injured. At around 2:50 p. m. the TCSO confirmed via tweet that they had responded to multiple calls made about boats being i
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Trump Defends Kenosha Shooting Suspect
The president on Monday painted the accused 17-year-old Kenosha shooter's actions as possible self-defense, saying, without evidence, that the teenager "probably would have been killed."
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OPINION: Public Health Leaders Deserve More Respect
This pandemic is like war, and federal, state and local health officers are leading the U.S. response. Yet unlike war heroes, who are lionized, they are facing unprecedented attacks and death threats.
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Now showing: The return of the drive-in
Since the coronavirus and social distancing shut down nearly all indoor entertainment venues this summer, outdoor projections of movies may be just the ticket
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Sources: Sailor possibly linked to USS Bonhomme Richard ship fire under investigation
A Navy sailor is under investigation in connection with the fire that caused extensive damage to the USS Bonhomme Richard at Naval Base San Diego, sources told ABC 10News.
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Kentucky Man Accused Of Breaking Canada's COVID-19 Rules Faces $569,000 Fine
John Pennington was arrested and charged with violating Canada's Quarantine Act while visiting the town of Banff, Alberta. Police saw his Ohio plates at the parking lot for a sightseeing gondola.
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Police in Wisconsin shoot Black man in back multiple times, sparking protests
Jacob Blake, 29, was hospitalized in serious condition after police shot him several times in Kenosha, Wisconsin. Graphic video of the incident was shared widely online.
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Man who believed virus was hoax loses wife to Covid-19
A couple from Florida did not follow health guidelines after believing lies about the virus online.
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How Russian intelligence officers interfered in the 2016 election
Twelve Russian military officers have been indicted for breaking into the Democratic Party's computers, stealing compromising information and selectively releasing it to undermine candidates. Bill Whitaker reports on the case against them.
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A 17-year-old Sesame Place employee was brutally attacked after asking a visitor to wear a mask, revealing a crisis for workers across America
A 17-year-old employee was attacked by an anti-mask visitor to the theme park, as workers are tasked with enforcing mask policies.
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Top Navy official: Sailor burnout a concern amid COVID-19 crisis
Chief of Naval Operations Adm. Mike Gilday told NBC News the pandemic has forced ships to remain at sea for longer periods of time.
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Small Group Burns Masks as ‘Tools of Terror’ in Protest in Mission Bay Park
By Ken Stone / Times of San Diego / August 8, 2020 As if casting out demons, dozens of people tossed pricey KN95 face masks into a fire pit Friday in Mission Bay Park. The coverings were depicted a…
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Oprah Winfrey Commissions 26 Billboards Demanding Arrests In Breonna Taylor's Killing
The billboards will be placed across Louisville, Ky., where Taylor was shot and killed in her apartment by police. The signs' message urges the arrest of the officers involved.
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Los Angeles to shut off water and power to homes hosting large parties or gatherings
The announcement comes hours after the city introduced a motion to increase penalties for property owners who hold large house parties in violation of public health orders.
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Former officer who shot Rayshard Brooks sues over firing
ATLANTA (AP) — The former Atlanta police officer who fatally shot Rayshard Brooks is suing the mayor and interim police chief, saying his firing violated his constitutional rights and the city code. Meanwhile, prosecutors have asked a judge to revoke hi
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Defunding Seattle police: City council's plan starts to take shape
After pledging to slash this year’s remaining budget of the Seattle Police Department, City Council members on Friday began the work to whittle its cuts into legislation that can be voted on. The council's police policy decisions came in the form of
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What Lockdown 2.0 Looks Like: Harsher Rules, Deeper Confusion
Melbourne, Australia’s second-largest city, is becoming a case study in handling a second wave of infections. There are lots of unanswered questions.
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Missing Marines, sailor presumed dead as search is halted
15 Marines and a Navy sailor were training off the coast California when their amphibious assault vehicle sank. Nine were killed.
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Ten bucks left, no place to go: How the pandemic and a broken unemployment system are upending people’s lives
Ten bucks left, no place to go: How the pandemic and a broken unemployment system are upending people’s lives
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Video of plainclothes New York City police bundling teen into unmarked van called "terrifying"
Police and protesters clashed in the streets of New York City after an arrest that some say looked more like a kidnapping.
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Oregon, federal government reach deal for withdrawal of agents from Portland
Oregon and the federal government have reached a deal for the withdrawal of agents from the anti-racism protests in Portland, according to statements released simultaneously by Gov. Kate Brown and the acting secretary of the Department of Homeland Securit
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Senators seek answers from Navy on human trafficking by sailors in Bahrain
The query comes after a series of Military Times stories about sailor trafficking on the Middle Eastern island.
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Two MN Shoppers Banned From Walmart After Wearing Nazi Flag Face Masks Inside Store
Two shoppers have been told not to come back to Walmart after wearing Nazi flag face coverings inside the store Saturday morning.
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Saturate OC revival meeting held in Huntington Beach despite city orders to cancel
City officials say event organizers are violating state-mandated safety measures such as social distancing and wearing masks. About 300-400 participants attended.
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The U.S. Military Won’t Return to Business as Usual After the Pandemic - War on the Rocks
As America logs record-breaking numbers of daily COVID-19 infections and deaths, the U.S. military is far from immune. In the first half of July,
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Derek Chauvin and wife face felony tax fraud charges
If convicted, Derek and Kellie Chauvin could each face a maximum sentence of 45 years in prison and/or have to pay a $90,000 fine.
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Protests Helped Save Black-Owned Business That Coronavirus Nearly Killed
When coronavirus killed foot traffic at Tommy Rhine's downtown Denver cobbler shop, he fell behind on rent. A "Black owned business" sign in his shop window during protests led to lots of business.
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Israel's anti-government protests deepen Netanyahu's problems | DW | 20.07.2020
Thousands of Israelis have been taking to the streets to protest the government’s handling of the coronavirus crisis. Now, as Israel grapples with a second wave, Prime Minister Netanyahu is under increasing pressure.
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'I wanted to take action': behind the 'Wall of Moms' protecting Portland's protesters
Hundreds of mothers have attended demonstrations and stood as a human barricade between protesters and federal officers
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St. Louis couple who aimed guns at protesters charged with felony weapons count
Lawyers Mark and Patricia McCloskey allegedly menaced protesters who were marching past their home en route to the St. Louis mayor's residence.
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Teachers are so worried about returning to school that they're preparing wills
Back-to-school is looking a little different for many teachers nationwide this year, as they grapple with returning to their classrooms amid a pandemic. Added to their list of concerns: Death.
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Utah public hearing on schools dismissed after angry parents pack room without masks
A public hearing over a mask order for Utah students erupted into pandemonium after a crowd of angry parents refused to wear mask or socially distance.
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White Men Accused Of Attack On Black Man Face Felony Charges In Indiana
Prosecutors charged Sean Purdy and Jerry Cox with criminal confinement, battery and intimidation for their alleged role in the incident at a state park earlier this month.
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Federal Law Enforcement Use Unmarked Vehicles To Grab Protesters Off Portland Streets
Federal law enforcement officers have been using unmarked vehicles to drive around downtown Portland and detain protesters since at least July 14.
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Woman wants half of $100K donated to Starbucks barista
She posted a photo of a barista who asked her to wear a mask, then $100,000 was donated to that barista. Now, she wants half of that.
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'This is a war': the coronavirus disaster in California's hardest-hit – and poorest – county
About 17 patients are airlifted out of Imperial county every day, as the virus takes a devastating toll on Latino residents
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Thanks to Quarantine, Elevator Music Is Filing for Bankruptcy
Mood Media, owner of Muzak and other sensory marketing products, hopes to reduce its debt by $404 million
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This aviator just became the US Navy's first Black female fighter pilot
"Very proud of LTJG [Madeline] Swegle," a senior Navy official wrote. "Go forth and kick butt."
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Woman Who Called Police On Black Bird-Watcher In Central Park To Be Charged
The Manhattan District Attorney's Office says it is initiating a prosecution of Amy Cooper over false reporting of an incident. In a cellphone video, she claimed a Black man was threatening her.
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Video: Seattle driver arrested for slamming into protesters
The incident comes just days after authorities shut down the so-called police-free zone known as “CHOP."
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3 Officers Fired Over Photos Taken Near Elijah McClain Memorial
The Aurora, Colo., police chief said the officers mocked the death of Mr. McClain, a 23-year-old massage therapist who died several days after officers put him in a chokehold last summer.
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Trump Flouts Virus Rules, Warns Of 'New Far-Left Fascism' In Speech Ahead Of July 4th
In a speech given at Mount Rushmore on the eve of July 4th, the President denounced protestors who removed Confederate statues and announced he would establish a "National Garden Of American Heroes."
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Michigan couple charged after viral video in Chipotle parking lot
Jillian Wuestenberg and Eric Wuestenberg have been charged with felonious assault. Videos show a woman pulling out a handgun on a Black family.
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Sight of Nazi Swastika Flag Stuns East County Motorists on I-8 - Times of San Diego
Who's driving around East County with a Nazi flag on their rear window? And why? Interstate 8 motorists and an Alpine resident have taken or posted pictures and video of a red-and-black SUV with the red-and-black swastika since Monday.
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Germany's elite force 'to be partially disbanded'
The KSK commando force has been criticised for right-wing extremism in its ranks.
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Hampton Inn employee fired for calling police on Black guest at pool with her children
The incident took place at the Williamston, North Carolina, location. Hilton, parent company of Hampton Inn, announced the employee was no longer employed at the hotel.
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Two Little Caesars employees in Ohio fired after shaping pepperonis into swastika on pizza
An Ohio couple was stunned to find a Nazi symbol on a pizza they picked up from Little Caesars Pizza Saturday night.
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Trader Joe's Shopper Caught On Camera Ranting, Calling People 'Democratic Pigs' After Being Told To Wear A Mask
A shopper at a North Hollywood Trader Joe's was filmed having an angry outburst after being told to wear a mask inside the store.
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Amid threats and political pushback, public health officials are leaving their posts
An already understaffed workforce is being culled during the coronavirus pandemic.
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Protest Live Updates: More Shooting in Seattle’s ‘Autonomous Zone’
A shooting Sunday night was the second round of gun violence over the weekend in an area where officers had pulled out of the police station.
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After deadly CHOP shooting, activists and officials look for ways to prevent protest zone violence
June 21, 2020 at 8:11 pm Updated June 22, 2020 at 11:00 am
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A new video emerged of a white Tulsa security guard killing a Black father on the eve of President Trump's reelection campaign rally in the city
The former prison warden was charged with first-degree manslaughter after the fatal shooting of Carlos Carson, a Black father of three.
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Seattle's Autonomous Zone Is Not What You've Been Told
Some call it CHOP, some call it CHAZ, and no one knows quite what it is. But one thing is clear in a blocks-large swath of Capitol Hill: a community is taking shape
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Tinder, Sailor, Hooker, Pimp: The U.S. Navy’s sex trafficking scandal in Bahrain
NCIS probes revealed evidence that U.S. sailors were housing prostitutes in their apartments, seizing the women’s passports and taking a cut of their earnings ― profiting from the sex trade that services shipmates in Bahrain.
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City Lights bookstore reopens its doors today after facing permanent closure
One of the most-loved and celebrated bookstores in America has reopened its doors for in-store business today after teetering on the brink of permanent closure.
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Aunt Jemima to change name, remove image from packaging
“We recognize Aunt Jemima’s origins are based on a racial stereotype," Quaker Oats said, adding that the move is an effort "toward progress on racial equality."
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Florida bars are shutting down again after new positive coronavirus cases
After learning recent customers had tested positive for the virus, at least three bars in Jacksonville Beach and Altamonte Springs announced temporary closures over the weekend.
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Black Lives Matter activist carries injured ‘far-right’ protester to safety amid violence in London
Pictures shows black anti-racist activist rescuing white counter-demonstrator who was reportedly set upon during fight
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Spokane family harassed then trapped in forest campsite in Western Washington, sheriff’s office says
A Spokane family’s camping trip in Western Washington became a nightmarish experience when armed locals accused them of being leftwing extremists.
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NFL On Kneeling Players' Protests: 'We Were Wrong,' Commissioner Says
"We were wrong for not listening to NFL players earlier and encourage all to speak out and peacefully protest," NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell said on Friday.
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Trump calls improved jobs numbers 'great day' for George Floyd
President Donald Trump on Friday called improved jobs numbers announcement a "great day' for George Floyd.
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Donald Trump says 'this is a great day' for George Floyd drawing outrage
Donald Trump has claimed it is a ‘great day’ for George Floyd, after the US posted better than expected job numbers. ‘Hopefully, George is looking down right...
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Kings announcer resigns after tweeting 'All Lives Matter' at DeMarcus Cousins
Sacramento Kings announcer Grant Napear is on administrative leave from KHTK after tussling with a phalanx of ex-Kings on Twitter on Monday night, the Sacramento Bee reports .
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In some protests, local officials say white instigators are causing mayhem
An arrest warrant for a 20-year-old white man accused of inciting riots in Pittsburgh sheds light on how some protests for racial justice create opportunity for pandemonium.
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Michigan sheriff Chris Swanson takes off helmet and joins protesters marching for George Floyd - CBS News
"Walk with us!" the crowd chanted after Swanson said he wanted to make the demonstration a parade, not a protest.
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Angry Baltimore mom beats son after seeing him throw rocks at police
A suspected rioter in Baltimore got the smackdown of his life Monday by his mom on live television.
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NYC stores destroyed by looters, riots during George Floyd protests
ooters stormed Lower Manhattan on Saturday night -- destroying store windows and lighting fires in another night of violent George Floyd protests. The NYPD s...
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Scenes from protests, riots across the U.S. after killing of George Floyd
Cities across America are reeling from a weekend of unrest during protests that erupted after George Floyd died during an arrest in Minneapolis. The unarmed ...
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U.S. cities see more protests, violent unrest over George Floyd's death
Protests in Minneapolis and elsewhere continue, as cries to prosecute the other three police officers at the scene during the death of George Floyd continue....
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Live updates: Protests, unrest, and disorder in response to the death of George Floyd
Police and federal law enforcement on Monday launched tear gas and rubber bullets at protests near the White House.
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Protesters march in Balboa Park
Balboa Park protesters chanted to police "march with us" while passing a group of officers along El Prado as they made their way toward the Cabrillo Bridge.
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Corporate Voices Get Behind ‘Black Lives Matter’ Cause
Major companies are often wary of conflict, especially in a polarized time. But some are now taking a stand on racial injustice and police violence.
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Far-Right Extremists Are Hoping to Turn the George Floyd Protests Into a New Civil War
Armed extremists are showing up to protests and urging a “boogaloo” — code for civil war — online.
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Minneapolis Bus Drivers Refuse to Transport George Floyd Protesters to Jail
Organized labor throughout the city is banding together in solidarity against police violence in the aftermath of Floyd’s death.
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A Notorious Trailer Park Mogul Once Roasted by John Oliver Just Got Owned By His Tenants
What if tenants got together and bought their property back? That’s what happened at this trailer park in Texas.
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Four Minneapolis police officers fired after death of unarmed man George Floyd
A disturbing video showing an officer kneeling on the unarmed man's neck has drawn outrage.
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Amy Cooper: White woman has been fired after calling police on a black man in Central Park - CNN
A white woman has apologized for calling police on a black man bird-watching in Central Park on Monday morning after the two argued about her unleashed dog.
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Valley retail worker creates Facebook support group for workers attacked during pandemic
Retail rage. It's happening all over the country. A woman attacked a Walmart cashier with Lysol disinfectant spray to the face in Massachusetts. A 7-eleven clerk in Indiana gets coffee in the face and kicked and punched. And two men refusing to wear a mas
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‘Don’t Come’: Hawaii Enforces Strict Lockdown Measures
Venturing out of a hotel room in Hawaii right now might land you in handcuffs.
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Newlywed quarantine breakers sent packing
A California couple allegedly scoffed at Hawai‘i’s mandatory traveler self-quarantine mandate and were arrested yesterday by special agents from the Dept. of the Attorney General.
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Michigan man charged with terrorism in death threats to Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Attorney General Dana Nessel
A man accused of making credible death threats against Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer and Attorney General Dana Nessel has been charged on a terrorism count, the Wayne County prosecutor's office said Friday.
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A Taco Shop Gave Away 800 Tacos to Feed Homeless in Skid Row ~ L.A. TACO
Not even a pandemic can stop Revolutionario Tacos and other volunteers like Melissa Acedera from answering their passion for helping others in Skid Row.
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Jewish Americans Say They Are Scapegoated For The Coronavirus Spread
Violations of health regulations by Orthodox Jews have been documented by public officials and media at a level of scrutiny that Jews say others don't face.
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Anti-lockdown protesters seen carrying weapons inside North Carolina sandwich shop
The demonstration took place during the first full day of a phased-in reopening amid the coronavirus pandemic.
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Anti-Vaccination Activists Join Stay-At-Home Order Protesters
They see these demonstrations as a way to form political alliances that promote their movement.
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Poultry Workers, Denied Bathroom Breaks, Wear Diapers: Oxfam Report
When contacted by NBC News, all of the companies, except for Sanderson Farms, replied with statements denying the allegations.
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Father and son arrested and charged with murder in death of Ahmaud Arbery
Both men were taken into custody and face charges of aggravated assault and murder, the Georgia Bureau of Investigation announced.
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NRA cutting staff and salaries amid coronavirus pandemic
The National Rifle Association has laid off dozens of employees, canceled its national convention and scuttled fundraising, membership and shooting events that normally would be key to rallying...
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Trudeau announces ban on assault-style weapons in Canada
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Friday announced that assault-style firearms would be banned in the country.
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Hundreds protest in Michigan seeking end to governor's emergency powers
Hundreds of protesters, some armed, gathered at Michigan's state Capitol in Lansing on Thursday objecting to Governor Gretchen Whitmer's request to extend emergency powers to combat COVID-19, an appeal Republican lawmakers ignored.
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Coronavirus Has Now Killed More Americans Than Vietnam War
The number of lives taken by COVID-19 in the U.S. has reached a grim milestone: More people have died of the disease than the 58,220 Americans who perished in the Vietnam War.
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Riverside County mobile app now allows people to report those who violate coronavirus orders
Coronavirus watchdogs in Riverside County who come across nonessential businesses still in operation, large gatherings or businesses not complying with health orders can now report scoffl…
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Restaurants Are Turning Their Parking Lots into Drive-In Movie Theaters
It's the perfect socially-distanced outing.
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San Diego Woman Facing Fine, Jail Over COVID-19 Protest Plans 2nd Rally - Times of San Diego
Two days after the Rev. Shane Harris called on San Diego police to cite organizers of Saturday's "freedom rally" downtown against COVID-19 orders, a woman has been notified she's facing a $1,000 fine or jail time.
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WHO says coronavirus came from an animal and was not made in a lab
The Trump administration is probing whether coronavirus originated in a lab. There is no evidence it did. The WHO says it came from an animal.
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The Return of Drive-Ins Could Be the Theater Industry's Last Hope - Movie News Net
In case you hadn’t noticed, things are not looking great for the movie industry. Yes, the big film studios should be okay in this time of economic pause, as people at home are streaming content at an unprecedented level. But most theater owners have
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Denmark and Poland are refusing to bail out companies registered in offshore tax havens
Governments around the world are offering financial assistance to struggling firms in the wake of the coronavirus crisis.
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Defying social distancing rules, demonstrators gather in Huntington Beach to protest California’s stay-at-home order
More than 100 demonstrators gathered in Huntington Beach Friday, defying social distancing guidelines, to protest the California’s stay-at-home orders. The rally comes a day after the city an…
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Michigan Stay-At-Home Order Prompts Honking, Traffic-Jam Protest
Demonstrators jammed streets around the state capitol Wednesday, saying Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's stay-at-home order goes too far.
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Doctors warn of 'ticking time bomb' as citizens ignore distance measures
Doctors at hospitals in several México state municipalities warned that many citizens are ignoring social distancing recommendations.
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US Navy evacuates over 80% of USS Theodore Roosevelt crew as nearly 600 carrier sailors test positive for coronavirus
The carrier's former captain had pleaded with the Navy to take decisive action and evacuate most of the crew ashore.
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Coronavirus cases on USS Theodore Roosevelt spike to 550
The Navy reported 103 new cases of the coronavirus onboard the ship in one day.
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Louisiana church expecting 2,000 at Easter service despite coronavirus: 'Satan and a virus will not stop us'
While many churches across the nation plan to hold their Easter services online Sunday, a Louisiana pastor says his church near Baton Rouge is expecting a crowd of 2,000 or more despite federal coronavirus guidance advising social distan
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San Francisco's iconic City Lights bookstore on verge of closing
San Francisco's iconic City Lights bookstore is on the brink of collapse as the coronavirus pandemic is forcing the business to keep its doors shut.
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Fear and Frustration Rise as Virus Spikes in Jewish Enclaves
Rockland County, N.Y., currently has the highest per capita rate of coronavirus infection in New York State.
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Watch: Scenes From the Wisconsin Elections
Voters faced long lines, confusion and risk of infection as Wisconsin’s elections, including presidential primaries, took place in spite of the coronavirus pandemic.
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Louisiana Sen. Cassidy Addresses Racial Disparities In Coronavirus Deaths
Sen. Bill Cassidy, who is a medical doctor, tells Morning Edition that underlying health issues like diabetes contribute to the disproportionate number of African Americans dying of COVID-19.
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In Chicago, COVID-19 Is Hitting The Black Community Hard
While black residents comprise 29% of Chicago, they represent 70% of that city's COVID-19 deaths. There are a number of reasons for that, and officials are just now beginning to address the issue.
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Navy relieves captain who raised alarm about COVID-19 on ship
The Navy relieved the captain who sounded the alarm about an outbreak of COVID-19 aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt.
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An outbreak on a Navy warship — and an ominous sign of a readiness crisis
A growing list of Navy warships are sidelined because crews are reporting COVID-19 outbreaks.
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E.P.A., Citing Coronavirus, Drastically Relaxes Rules for Polluters
The agency said it would not penalize companies that violate rules on monitoring and reporting pollution discharges.
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Seattle Coronavirus Cases Beginning to Slow After Strict Stay-at-Home Measures
The city had the first reported case of the virus in the U.S., and has since been able to reduce the spread, early data shows.
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Manhattan Beach surfer issued $1,000 citation for violating beach closure order, disrespecting lifeguard.
Manhattan Beach, newsletter - A Manhattan Beach surfer was issued a $1,000 citation Saturday morning after ignoring a lifeguard’s order that he not go in the water. And being disrespectful.
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Nonprofits launch site for Asian Americans to report coronavirus-related racism
“We hope members of the AAPI community will report incidents they have experienced, which may range from microaggressions to incidents of racial profiling to hate violence,” the site's co-founder said.
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WHO official warns against calling it 'Chinese virus,' says 'there is no blame in this'
An official with the World Health Organization (WHO) on Wednesday warned against referring to COVID-19 as the “Chinese virus,” saying that it could lead to racial profiling against Asians when “there is no blame in this.”
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Harvey Weinstein fell and hit head while in jail, is reflecting on past behavior, rep says
While attempting to walk Sunday without his wheelchair, Harvey Weinstein fell and hit his head, according to his representative.
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Trader Joe’s founder Joe Coulumbe dies at 89
Joe Coulombe envisioned a new generation of young grocery shoppers emerging in the 1960s, one that wanted healthy, tasty, high-quality food they couldn’t find in most supermarkets and couldn’t affo…
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How European-Style Public Housing Could Help Solve The Affordability Crisis
Government-financed "social housing" is utterly mundane in Europe, but remains a radical concept in the U.S. Could it work in the D.C. area?
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Australia's bushfires show drastic effects of climate change
Scientists say climate change is behind the unprecedented intensity of the bushfires that have burned a reported 27 million acres in Australia.
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Downtown’s Broadway poised to be first LA street to ban cars
A 1.5-mile stretch would be open to pedestrians, bikes, scooters, and buses—but not private vehicles.
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County in rural Kansas is jailing people over unpaid medical debt
A rural Kansas county enacted a law that sends people to jail if they fail to appear in court over unpaid medical bills. Meg Oliver reports.
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Trump Administration Finalizes Plans To Allow Development On Downsized Monuments
More than two years after Trump dramatically shrank the protected land in Utah, the Bureau of Land Management released the framework for the move, despite continuing challenges to its legality.
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As Regulations Roll Back, Could Clean Water Protection Business Dry Up?
The Trump administration is stripping clean water protections put in place by President Barack Obama, and some in the industry worry that the regulatory changes will threaten their business.
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Canada Wins, U.S. Loses In Global Fight For High-Tech Workers
If there is a global war for tech talent, right now Canada is winning. And U.S. immigration policies are part of the reason.
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Whether You Like It or Not, Film Is Having a Resurgence
The world of analog photography went through a dry spell for a while but has been making a strong comeback in recent years. This video is one of the more recent productions put together by NBC Left Field. It features 3 heavy hitters in the YouTube film ph
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Next U.S. Navy aircraft carrier to be named after African American Pearl Harbor hero
Instead of presidents or admirals, an enlisted sailor will be honored when the USS Doris Miller is christened
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Australia's Wildfires Spark Disinformation Battle As They Take A Tragic Toll
Researchers say bots and trolls blasted out hashtags such as #ArsonEmergency, in a campaign to steer the conversation about wildfires away from climate change and toward arson.
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Evans Hotels Lawsuit Against Unions Over Bahia Resort Expansion Is Dismissed
Grassroots and Progressive views on local, national and world news
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Anguish and Anger From the Navy SEALs Who Turned In Edward Gallagher
Video interviews and group texts obtained by The Times show men describing their platoon leader in grim terms.
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The Weekly | Confidential Videos Show Why Navy SEALs Reported Edward Gallagher
Watch never-before-released video and confidential interviews with the Navy SEALs who accused Special Operations Chief Edward Gallagher of war crimes.
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Lawmakers vote to let foster care agencies turn away LGBTQ youth, parents
Charleston – In the state with the highest per capita rate of children in state custody in the country, a group of West Virginia lawmakers voted this week to remove
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Deaths in custody. Sexual violence. Hunger strikes. What we uncovered inside ICE facilities across the US
A USA TODAY Network investigation revealed sex assaults, routine use of physical force, poor medical care and deaths at facilities overseen by ICE.
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Half of active-duty service members are unhappy with Trump, new Military Times poll shows
But Trump is still more popular than Obama was among troops.
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Construction begins on USNS Harvey Milk
Construction will begin on a Navy vessel that will bear the name of LGBTQ activist Harvey Milk.
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Millennials only hold 3% of total US wealth, and that's a shockingly small sliver of what baby boomers had at their age
When boomers were roughly the same age as millennials are now, they owned about 21% of America's wealth, compared to millennials' 3% share today.
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Confidential documents reveal U.S. officials failed to tell the truth about the war in Afghanistan
For nearly two decades, U.S. leaders have sounded a constant refrain: We are making progress. They were not, and they knew it.
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Inside Rawabi: A new West Bank city built by a Palestinian for Palestinians
For the first time in over a thousand years, a new, planned Palestinian city is rising. Bill Whitaker reports from the West Bank on Rawabi.
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Sacha Baron Cohen: Facebook would have run ads by Hitler
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3 Indiana Judges Suspended After White Castle Brawl That Left 2 Of Them Wounded
The Indiana Supreme Court found that the three had "gravely undermined public trust." The fight apparently started when one of the judges raised a middle finger at two men yelling from a passing SUV.
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The Woman Who Flipped Off Trump Has Won an Election in Virginia
The cyclist who lost her job after giving the middle finger to President Trump’s motorcade has found a new one after running for local office and ousting a Republican supervisor in Loudoun County, Va., on Tuesday. The cyclist, Juli Briskman, had been ac
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Climate change has finally caught up to this Alaska village
“Many folks are not happy to be leaving the place they’ve known their whole lives.” After 20 years of melting permafrost, residents of Newtok now must move.
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SDPD: Alleged attack on 3 women in hijabs
San Diego Police are investigating a possible hate crime in the heart of Little Italy
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Ex-Dallas Officer Who Killed Man In His Own Apartment Is Found Guilty Of Murder
Amber Guyger, who is white, had testified that she entered Botham Jean's unit after a long day at work, thinking it was her own home and mistaking the 26-year-old black accountant for an intruder.
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35 vintage photos taken by the EPA reveal what American cities looked like before pollution was regulated
Before the EPA, the US environment was not federally protected. Here are 35 vintage photos showing US cities before regulations limited the damage.
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Planned Parenthood Out Of Title X Over Trump Rule
The organization says it is leaving the federal family planning program because of rule changes that prohibit Title X grantees from providing or referring most patients for abortion.
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Air Force member called 'distasteful' for speaking Spanish in uniform
"This is my dream and [to] tell me that I’m distasteful while wearing my dream, that really triggered me,” said a U.S. Air Force member from Puerto Rico.
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The water is so hot in Alaska it's killing large numbers of salmon - CNN
Alaska has been in the throes of an unprecedented heat wave this summer, and the heat stress is killing salmon in large numbers.
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Planned Parenthood to Pull Out of Title X Family-Planning Program Monday - News & Guts Media
Planned Parenthood said Wednesday it will withdraw from an important government family-planning program on Monday, unless it gets help from a federal appeals court. The group’s clinics “will be formally out of the Title X program” and lose significa
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'Ecological grief': Greenland residents traumatised by climate emergency
Islanders are struggling to reconcile impact of global heating with traditional way of life, survey finds
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Daniel Pantaleo, N.Y.P.D. Officer in Eric Garner’s Death, Should Be Fired, Judge Says
Mr. Garner’s last words — “I can’t breathe” — ignited a national outcry over aggressive policing in minority neighborhoods.
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Marines order Duncan Hunter to stop using Corps emblem in campaign
The California Republican used the Marine Corps emblem in a campaign mailer that tied his Democratic opponent and two Dem congresswomen to terror.
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E.P.A. Plans to Curtail the Ability of Communities to Oppose Pollution Permits
The agency is preparing to weaken rules that, for a quarter-century, have given communities a voice in deciding how much industrial pollution may legally be released nearby.
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Social credit system coming to China, with citizens scored on behavior
A social credit system will go into effect next year across China, where every citizen will be scored based on their behavior. Good actions, like volunteering, and bad, like littering, are tracked using algorithms, artificial intelligence and facial recog
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Facing Deployment While Fearing That Family Members Will Be Deported
A sailor hoped his military status would protect his mother from deportation. But a change in Trump administration policy may lead to more undocumented members of military families being deported.
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Swiss Researchers Have A Simple Idea For Countering Climate Change: Plant A Trillion Trees
"The nice thing about this solution is it’s really low-tech," says Thomas Crowther, a co-author of the study and climate change ecologist at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Zurich.
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Immigration Judges Face Challenges As Cases Pile Up
NPR's Noel King speaks with the president of the National Association of Immigration Judges, Ashley Tabaddor, about the challenges facing immigration judges as they deal with a backlog of cases.
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The climate change lawsuit that could stop the U.S. government from supporting fossil fuels
A lawsuit filed on behalf of 21 kids alleges the U.S. government knowingly failed to protect them from climate change. If the plaintiffs win, it could mean massive changes for the use of fossil fuels
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Opinion: The 'Filthy And Uncomfortable Circumstances' Of Detained Migrant Children
NPR's Scott Simon reflects on the unsanitary conditions for detained migrant children in border detention facilities.
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Horton Plaza: What could have been
But I’m not here to lament the repugnant idea of having bro-friendly skateparks and break areas among Horton Plaza’s iconic, postmodernist design. Rather, I just want to say that I will miss it.
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These Americans fled the country to escape their giant student debt
Some student loan borrowers are packing their bags and fleeing to other countries, where the cost of living is lower and debt collectors wield less power.
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In Mexico, New Groups Offer Aid To A Young Generation Of Deported DREAMers
As former DREAMers return to Mexico with valuable skills and a desire to advance, a number of Mexican organizations are springing up to help these young people contribute to society.
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Male sailors created ‘rape lists’ of female shipmates on Georgia-based submarine
Recent reports cite a Navy investigation uncovering
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Televangelist Pat Robertson: Alabama abortion law 'has gone too far,' is 'ill-considered'
Longtime televangelist Pat Robertson, who opposes abortion, criticized Alabama's near-total abortion ban that is now the nation's most restrictive.
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Americans Are Among the Most Stressed People in the World, Poll Finds
An annual, global Gallup poll, released Thursday, reported that feelings of stress and worry are particularly high in the United States.
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National City Council reboots effort to force out businesses that cause pollution
The South County city will focus on a neighborhood where a large concentration of industries such as auto shops are intermixed with homes
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US Citizen Accused of Attempted Homicide After Ramming 17 Cars at San Ysidro POE
A U.S. citizen was being held in Tijuana, Mexico, Tuesday on suspicion of attempted homicide and damage of property after his pickup truck drove into cars and street vendors just south of the San Ysidro Port of...
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Parking programs divide residents and homeless citizens
Rice and her boyfriend have been staying for a month at a “safe parking lot” run by the nonprofit Dreams for Change since becoming homeless in March.
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What motivated fellow SEALs to dime out Eddie Gallagher?
The fog of war swirls through the reams of internal files provided to Navy Times.
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Did a Navy command retaliate against this junior sailor for reporting misconduct?
A petty officer reported drug and alcohol abuse among her leaders.
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Vet gets his foot cut off because VA made administrative errors
The problems arose because VA social workers stopped recording home health care consults into a VA’s patient record system.
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Article from 2017. Chiefs Beware: The outrageous loophole that officers can use to kick out CMCs
It’s easier than ever for command senior enlisted advisers to get kicked out of the Navy without ever being found guilty of misconduct.
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New York Is Set To Be First U.S. City To Impose Congestion Pricing
Motorists will pay a flat daily fee to enter Manhattan south of 60th Street. The new program aims to reduce traffic gridlock while generating revenue for the city's stressed transit system.
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Facebook Bans White Nationalism And Separatism Content From Its Platforms
The company says such content is linked to white supremacy and organized hate groups. Users who search for terms related to white supremacy will be directed to an anti-hate site.
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Whales keep eating plastic and dying. One's stomach had 88 pounds of calcifying trash.
By the time marine biologist Darrell Blatchley arrived at the fishing village Saturday, the young Cuvier's beaked whale was already floating, dead in the water, its eyes sunken and ribs
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Australian Lawmaker Is Egged After Comments Blaming New Zealand Attack On Immigration
A 17-year-old smashed an egg on the head of the controversial Australian senator who made comments blaming the mass shooting in New Zealand on Muslim immigration.
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Grand Canyon Chief Cleared, But Her Return Is on Hold
After a four-month investigation that turned up no wrongdoing, Grand Canyon National Park superintendent Christine Lehnertz can go back to work. Not so fast, says her attorney.
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Joshua Tree national park 'may take 300 years to recover' from shutdown
National park saw ‘irreparable’ damage including vandalism, ruined trails and trees cut down, says former superintendent
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Navy SEAL To Plead Not Guilty To War Crimes, Including Killing ISIS Teen
Nineteen-year veteran Edward Gallagher will stand trial on war crimes charges, including premeditated murder, that prosecutors say he committed while serving in Iraq.
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‘Justice for Laquan!’ Demonstrators Chant, as Chicago Officer Is Convicted of Murder
For some residents, the trial of Officer Jason Van Dyke in the killing of Laquan McDonald became a proxy for years of anger over police mistreatment of black Chicagoans.
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Future uncertain for Chula Vista Dreamer who accidentally crossed into Tijuana
Late night on July 14, Marcela Dominguez woke up in the backseat of a friend’s car only to find herself in Tijuana. She was scared, her palms were sweaty, and her heart raced as she found herself overwhelmed with panic.
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Constituent called 911, suspecting drug deal, on Dane County Supervisor Shelia Stubbs while she canvassed for Assembly seat
Shelia Stubbs, an African-American woman and a 12-year veteran of the Dane County Board of Supervisors, was knocking doors on Madison's west side when a resident called police to report
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‘He would be the first to kneel’: Pat Tillman exploited to attack Kaepernick, biographer says
The death of Pat Tillman has been used to strengthen political talking points since he was killed in 2004.
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Beer, Drinking Water And Fish: Tiny Plastic Is Everywhere
Plastic trash less than 5 millimeters long is in the things we eat and drink, and the air we breathe. Scientists are just beginning to study where it comes from and how it might affect our health.
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Veteran commits suicide hours after being turned away at VA facility – Rest In Peace
A former Marine and Army National Guardsmen killed himself after being denied admittance to a VA facility in Iowa City, despite telling doctors that he was having "serious mental issues." Brandon Ketchum, 33, killed himself only a few hours after being tu
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Teen peace program unites Jews, Muslims and Christians
Three-week Hands of Peace program in Carlsbad brought together American, Israeli and Palestinian teens for dialogues and team-building
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Report: Marines lead all services in binge drinking, sex partners
A report by the Rand Corporation says drinking and risky sexual behavior rates in the military are higher than in the general population, with the Marines leading the way.
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San Diego council votes to limit Airbnb rentals to primary residences only
In a move that will dramatically alter San Diego’s home sharing landscape, the City Council Monday voted to outlaw vacation rentals in secondary homes, limiting short-term stays to one’s primary residence only.
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Hawaii to ban sale of reef-damaging sunscreens by 2021 - Distressed Mullet
Hawaii has passed legislation to ban the sale of sunscreens containing two coral-harming chemicals—oxybenzone and octinoxate. Senate Bill 2571, introduced
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When will they matter?
These kids are not coming here to steal jobs, nor are they members of MS-13. They’re fucking kids!
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Portland poised to adopt plastic straw ordinance
Portland city council will be discussing a plastic straw resolution this week. If passed, the resolution would direct city staff to develop a strategy for reducing the use of single-use plastic items, including straws. As the city tackles the issue, more
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'White Civil Rights Rally' Approved For D.C. In August
White nationalists and their allies are set to gather on the anniversary of last year's "Unite the Right" rally. The National Park Service approved an application for a rally near the White House.
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Plastic Pollution Campaign Victories Make Healthy Beaches
Surfrider Chapters are Fighting the Good Fight Against the Scourge of Plastic Pollution
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Anthony Bourdain took responsibility for toxic masculinity and called out his friends
We need more men like him.
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A televangelist wants his followers to pay for a $54 million private jet. It’s his fourth plane.
Duplantis is the latest aircraft-seeking preacher to draw raised eyebrows and outright condemnation from critics who say a multimillion-dollar luxury jet is not what Jesus meant when he said “store up for yourself treasures in heaven.”
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Ireland Resoundingly Votes To Legalize Abortion
The country has some of the strictest laws on abortion in the developed world. But that will change, after 66.4 percent of voters chose to repeal a constitutional amendment.
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Del Mar reluctantly adds ‘managed retreat’ to coastal erosion options
Only as a last resort would city consider taking homes off the beach
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No, a new bill wouldn't 'literally' ban Bible sales in California but debate rages
Despite proof of the contrary, false claims that a bill in California will ban the sale of Bibles continue to spread online.
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A liberal entrepreneur set out to help West Virginians — and got a lesson in humility
A Washingtonian pitched an idea for a business institute in a rural area. Both sides had to overcome their own biases first.
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I Read the News Today, Oh Boy. And Realized I Should Start Paying for It.
Today's column will come as a shocker to some folks. I've thought long and hard about this as someone who regularly offers up analysis of current events. I grew up as a writer steeped in loathing for the establishment press. The hostility disp
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Female suspect dead in YouTube HQ shooting
Three people were also wounded, one of them a man said to be the suspect's boyfriend.
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The year climate change began to spin out of control
Fires ravaged the West, hurricanes battered the East—and still emissions continued to rise.
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50 years after My Lai massacre, survivors remember: 'I had to climb over so many bodies'
Before the day was over, 504 Vietnamese villagers were killed by American soldiers in what would be known as the My Lai massacre in the Vietnam War.
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How homicide charges for two skippers will shake up the entire Navy
It could spur fleet-level skippers and chiefs to push back against relentless demands from the Navy's senior leaders.
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Chicago cop given 5 years in prison for shooting at car, wounding two teens
Officer Marco Proano told the judge he was just trying “to protect human life” when he fired 16 times at the car. He was sentenced to 5 years in prison.
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Shoddy seamanship to blame in Lake Champlain collision
The first public details of the May incident emerged in last week's release of the Navy's comprehensive surface force review.
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Ferguson documentary ‘Whose Streets?’ comes to the masses
“To be successful at something that is based on such an ugly premise is a challenge and I think about it all the time,” said Sabaah Folayan, co-director of “Whose
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Forget 'The Bronx Is Burning.' These Days, The Bronx Is Gentrifying
In the 1970s, the phrase "the Bronx is burning" became a shorthand for urban decay. Now, money is flowing in, but not without controversy.
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A Look At The Role Race Plays As West Dallas Gentrifies
West Dallas is a neighborhood in the early stages of gentrification. Low-income residents are being edged out — almost all of them are Latino or black.
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'Hit First And Worst': Region's Communities Of Color Brace For Climate Change Impacts
The consequences of climate change, experts say, will disproportionately affect low-income communities and communities of color.
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Peter W. Smith, GOP operative who sought Clinton's emails from Russian hackers, committed suicide, records show
A Republican donor and operative from Chicago's North Shore who said he had tried to obtain Hillary Clinton's missing emails from Russian hackers killed himself in a Minnesota hotel room days after talking to The Wall Street Journal about his effo
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Sony Will Start Making Vinyl Records Again In Japan, After Nearly 30-Year Hiatus
Sony says it's meeting new demand from young people who buy records they've heard on streaming services. The company stopped pressing vinyl in 1989.
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In This LA Neighborhood, Protest Art Is A Verb
About a third of Boyle Heights' 90,000 residents live below the poverty line. But lower rents have attracted art galleries to the area, and that is drawing the ire of residents and activists.
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The Warfare May Be Remote But The Trauma Is Real
Drone pilots and intelligence analysts who work with them may not be in physical danger themselves but "no doubt are war fighters" who experience psychological stress, says the Air Force.
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Iconic Covina Bowl closing its doors forever
Brunswick Zone Covina Bowl, one of the last mid-century California bowling alleys to survive intact and unscathed, is about to close its doors.The venue, known for
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Trump order drops protection for families of deployed military
Imagine you are a member of the United States military deployed on the front lines confronting ISIS or other terrorist threats. Suddenly you get a desperate phone call from home — Immigration and Customs Enforcement has arrested your family and they’r
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In coal country, putting faith in Trump's economic promises
In the coal towns of West Virginia, President Trump made economic promises that helped him win the election. Around 12,000 mining jobs have been eliminated in the last few years in that state alone while production remains at its lowest since the 1980s. I
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L.A.'s Weirdest Seaside Game Arcade Is Closing
The Redondo Fun Factory is getting replaced by a massive luxury development
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Lawsuits pit county against Sierra Club, other conservationists on development in national forest
Environmental groups on Friday sued the county of San Diego over its handling of rules for backcountry development in the Cleveland National Forest — underlining the heated debate about how best to meet a growing population’s housing needs while lim
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For the ‘new yellow journalists,’ opportunity comes in clicks and bucks
Disillusioned college grads find a lucrative niche with a site that stokes the alt-right and plays fast and loose with facts.
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Study: Baby boomers don't work harder than younger generations
New analysis by psychologists revealed no significant differences in work ethic among different generations.
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A massive 895-home development on Southern California’s coast is shot down
After a marathon day of testimony, California coastal commissioners voted to deny a controversial proposal to develop one of the largest open private parcels of land on the Southern California coast.
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North Dakota Pipeline To Halt Temporarily After Tribe's Protest | Huffington Post
The battle over development on sacred sites has led to violent clashes.
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Tempers Flare During Protest Against the Dakota Access Pipeline
In North Dakota, members of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe have been joined by hundreds of other Native Americans and supporters in a protest against the ongoing construction of the Dakota Access Oil Pipeline.
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How Trolls Are Ruining the Internet
They’re turning the web into a cesspool of aggression and violence. What watching them is doing to the rest of us may be even worse
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Silicon Valley Billionaire Will Go to Trial to Keep Surfers Off His Private Beach
A group of beachgoers are suing Vinod Khosla for access to the coastline.
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Obama spars with Castro on human rights during historic Cuba visit
A U.S. presidential visit to the inner sanctum of Cuban power would have been unthinkable before Obama and Raul Castro's rapprochement 15 months ago.
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Arrest photo of young activist Bernie Sanders emerges from Tribune archives
A Chicago Tribune archival photo of a young man being arrested in 1963 at a South Side protest is Democratic presidential hopeful Bernie Sanders , his campaign has confirmed, bolstering the candidate's narrative about his civil rights activism.
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Two Israelis jailed for life, 21 years for burning Palestinian teen alive
A court sentenced two young Israelis to life and 21 years in prison Thursday for the burning alive of a Palestinian teen, part of a cycle of violence that led up to the 2014 Gaza war.
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Illinois bans cigarette butts, $1,500 fine to anyone that throws one on the ground
In an effort to curb litter, the state of Illinois has made it illegal to toss cigarette butts on the ground, nailing first time offenders with a $1,500 fine. According to the national lobbying organization Americans for Nonsmokers Rights, cigarette
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The leader of the Oregon armed protest hates the feds—except that time he needed a six-figure loan.
Ammon Bundy decries federal
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Navy SEALs, a Beating Death and Claims of a Cover-Up
U.S. soldiers accused Afghan police and Navy SEALs of abusing detainees. But the SEAL command opted against a court-martial and cleared its men of wrongdoing.
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Greenland has lost a staggering amount of ice — and it’s only getting worse
Greenland has lost trillions of tons of ice since the year 1900.
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Former Drone Pilots Denounce 'Morally Outrageous' Program
Former Air Force airmen are speaking out against America's drone war, calling the military drone program
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Hours After San Bernardino Shooting, Muslim Community Condemned Attack
The Council on American-Islamic Relations held a press conference very early into the investigation into the attack. CAIR communications director Ibrahim Hooper explains why they moved so quickly.
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Japan to resume whaling in Antarctic despite court ruling - BBC News
Japan decides to resume hunting whales in the Antarctic after a break of more than a year despite a ruling by the International Court of Justice.
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10 Things To Know About The U.N. Climate Talks In Paris
Leaders from around the world are converging on Paris for the 2015 U.N. Climate Change Conference. Listen to our special coverage to find out what you should know and what's at stake.
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San Diego Developers See a New Frontier in Tijuana
Choked by expensive land and restrictive regulations, some of San Diego’s small, independent developers are looking across the border.
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WATCH: A Conversation With Teens in Training as ISIS Suicide Bombers – ISIS in Afghanistan - FRONTLINE
Few reporters have made it safely in and out of ISIS-occupied territory in Afghanistan. FRONTLINE's Najibullah Quraishi is one of them. In this excerpt from
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National Geographic Society sets biggest layoff in its history
In the midst of closing deal with Murdoch, it terminated 180 employees, or 9 percent of its staff.
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After Threatening Fliers Appear In The Mission, Tech Workers Reportedly Change Their Clothes
New fliers tell tech workers to leave the Mission...or else.
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Utah’s Power Plants Are Threatening the Ski Industry
Local pro skier Angel Collinson lays out how the state’s refusal to obey federal clean air standards is costing athletes, businesses, and visitors.
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Climate Change Is Here - National Geographic Magazine
Record heat, fading ice, and rising seas show how climate change is affecting us. But there’s new hope we can cool the planet. Here’s how.
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Airport security workers, TSA in the throes of legal battles
TAMPA — For four years, Angnel Blanco was a top employee with the Transportation Security Administration at Orlando International Airport.
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Kalief Browder, Jailed For Years At Rikers Island Without Trial, Commits Suicide
Browder was arrested for allegedly stealing a backpack. His family couldn't pay bail so he stayed in jail, reportedly enduring beatings and solitary confinement before his case was dismissed in 2013.
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U.S. Drops Cuba From List Of State Sponsors Of Terrorism
The State Department removed Havana from the list following a thawing of relations with the United States.
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America's Oldest Park Ranger, 93, Is A Fierce Advocate For Young Women Of Color Everywhere
For America’s most seasoned ranger, sharing nine decades of history is, truly, a walk in the park. Betty Reid Soskin, 93, is thought to be the nation’s oldest active park ranger, accor
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Texas Governor Backtracks After Pentagon Denies Takeover Plot
Gov. Greg Abbott ordered the Texas State Guard to monitor U.S. military training exercises scheduled for his state. Some had feared the government was preparing to impose martial law in Texas.
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Wyoming Just Criminalized Citizen Science and Sharing Photos of Yellowstone
Imagine visiting Yellowstone this summer. You wake up before dawn to take a picture of the sunrise over the mists emanating from Yellowstone hot springs. A thunderhead towers above the rising sun, and the picture turns out beautifully. You submit the phot
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Muslim Migrants Threw Christians Overboard, Italian Police Say
Tens of thousands of people are trying to flee Africa by boarding rickety and often overcrowded boats for the journey across the Mediterranean Sea to Europe. Many ships capsize or are abandoned by smugglers, and hundreds have already died en route. More t
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Return to My Lai
Half a century after the massacre he uncovered, a reporter goes back to Vietnam.
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$200-million Orange County tollway project stalls
A $200-million tollway project in Orange County suffered another defeat this week as water quality regulators refused to issue a waste discharge permit that was needed before construction can begin on the controversial project.
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SURFRIDER CONTINUES FIGHT TO OPEN MARTINS BEACH AFTER KHOSLA APPEALS RULING
Dedicated to the protection and enjoyment of the world's oceans, waves and beaches
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1,000+ Muslims Turn Out To Form Human Shield Around Norway Synagogue (VIDEO)
Young Muslims organized the event and over 1,000 Muslims gathered to take a stand against anti-semitism and Muslim extremism.
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Bob Simon, ‘60 Minutes’ Correspondent, Dies at 73 in Manhattan Car Crash
Mr. Simon, who covered most major news events over the past five decades, was in a livery cab that sideswiped a car and then veered into a median on 12th Avenue.
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Reprinting the Charlie Hebdo Mohammed Cartoons is the Best Way to Defy Islamic Cartoonophobia | FrontPage Magazine
We stand up for freedom of speech by practicing controversial speech
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Police chief calls Nashville Ferguson protests 'example for nation'
Metro Police Chief Steve Anderson lauded Ferguson protesters Wednesday and defended a decision to let them briefly shut down Nashville's Interstate 24 twice Tuesday night.
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'Canned hunting': the lions bred for slaughter
Canned hunting is a fast-growing business in South Africa, where thousands of lions are being bred on farms to be shot by wealthy foreign trophy-hunters, writes Patrick Barkham
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60 Minutes Video - Clarissa Ward travels to South Africa and meets a man who has adopted 26 lions to save them from a tourism industry with a sinister side
Clarissa Ward travels to South Africa and meets a man who has adopted 26 lions to save them from a tourism industry with a sinister side. Warning: graphic content.
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Monsanto Sues Maui for Banning GMOs
Residents of Maui County, Hawai'i voted on November 4 to ban the growing of genetically modified (GMO) crops on the islands of Maui, Lanai, and Molokai until sc
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Watch: German town plays prank on neo-Nazis
An annual march of neo-Nazis ended up raising funds for an organization committed to their downfall.
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Brawl at punk rock gig ends with 1 shot dead, 1 stabbed
LOS ANGELES -- A brawl at a punk rock concert spilled out into the parking lot and ended with one man fatally shot and another man stabbed, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department. The incidents happened about 12:15 a.m. Sunday (3:15 a.m
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White House Official: U.S. Would Consider Ground Troops In Iraq To Help Save Refugees
Ben Rhodes, President Barack Obama's deputy national security adviser, told reporters Wednesday the U.S. would consider using ground troops in Iraq to help rescue thousands of Yazidi refugees trapped on a mountain, the New York Times reports. The ...
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Jewish Voice for Peace San Diego Condemns the Israeli Offensive in Gaza
By David Deutsch, Jonathan Graubart, and Avital Aboody, Jewish Voice for Peace, San Diego Jewish Voice for Peace San Diego (JVPSD) is the local chapter of the national Jewish Voice for Peace, an organization devoted to the pursuit of peace,
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Police: Gunman kills student in shooting at Reynolds High School in Oregon
Police: Gunman kills student in shooting at Reynolds High School in Oregon
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Prisoner swaps like Sgt. Bergdahl's are nothing new
The deal to bring home America's last prisoner of war fits in the context of both Obama's presidency and US history.
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World Cup protests continue in Brazil, snarl Rio traffic (PHOTOS)
Several demonstrations aimed at Brazil’s upcoming World Cup tournament took place in Rio de Janeiro on Friday, snarling traffic towards the city center.
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Dancer's death sparks Rio clashes
Weeks before the World Cup, deadly clashes break out in the Brazilian city of Rio after the body of a young man is found, allegedly beaten by police.
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Billionaire Vinod Khosla Must Appear in Court Over Martin's Beach Lawsuit, Judge Rules
Billionaire venture capitalist Vinod Khosla can no longer avoid appearing in court for the long-wrought legal battle over Martin's Beach, a San Mateo County judge ruled Thursday. Martin's Beach, a cove near Half Moon Bay beloved by surfers for its
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What Real Russians Think About Ukraine Crisis - NBC News
Around 700 miles from Crimea, Moscow residents ponder the impact its annexation will have on their lives. NBC News’ Albina Kovalyova reports.
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Baby Charged With Attempted Murder, Goes Into Hiding in Pakistan - NBC News
Relatives of a nine-month-old baby charged with attempted murder in Pakistan have taken him into hiding, a relative said on Tuesday, in a case that has throw...
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Powerful wave smashes into restaurant
A powerful wave came crashing into a Santa Barbara restaurant, shattering windows and soaking patrons who were eating.
