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Tuesday, February 28, 2023

24 essentials every family needs for a successful spring break trip



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Biden Nominates Julie Su as U.S. Labor Secretary

President Biden’s choice to lead the Labor Department is the deputy to the incumbent, Martin J. Walsh, who is leaving the administration.

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Food banks expecting surge as Snap nutrition benefits cut

Come 1 March, participants in 32 states will lose a pandemic-era emergency bonus to their food benefits.

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Biden to nominate Julie Su as labor secretary

President Joe Biden will nominate Julie Su to serve as Labor secretary, according to three people familiar with the matter.

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Why Chicago’s Mayoral Election Matters, Even if You Don’t Live in Chicago

America’s cities increasingly face similar problems, particularly worries about crime and hangovers from the pandemic. That’s why the mayor’s election in Chicago on Tuesday is about more than Chicago.

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Monday, February 27, 2023

Biden Administration to Impose Financial Restrictions for Chip Makers

Guidelines to be released Tuesday will include firm financial requirements to try to ensure that chip makers don’t waste federal money.

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FBI arrests so-called sedition panda in 6 January Capitol riot case

Jesse James Rumson is alleged to have worn a large panda mask as he entered the Capitol building.

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Vladimir Putin signs a decree honoring US actor -- and Russian citizen -- Steven Seagal

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree to honor the American actor Steven Seagal with the state Order of Friendship.

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Biden Could Face Veto Test Over Contentious D.C. Crime Bill

Legislation blocking a new crime law in the District of Columbia has drawn bipartisan support in the House, and Senate Republicans are working to win over Democrats.

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Boston and New York City are gearing up for their biggest snow of the season -- and it's not even that much

As a major storm system moves across the central US and Great Lakes regions, Boston and New York City are on track for their biggest snow events of the season after an unusually warm winter, according to CNN meteorologists.

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Biden Administration Plans Crackdown on Migrant Child Labor

The announcement came days after a Times investigation showed children were working in dangerous jobs throughout the United States.

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Sunday, February 26, 2023

Russian Diaspora Finds Ways to Protest Putin’s War

From Berlin to Chicago, crowds gathered to express solidarity with Ukraine and to underscore that not all Russians support Vladimir Putin’s war.

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Video shows moment student attacks school employee over Nintendo Switch

A Florida high school student has been arrested after a video showed him attacking a school employee after she took away his Nintendo Switch device, according to the Flagler County Sheriff's Office. CNN Newsource national correspondent Isabel Rosales reports.

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Hear Brittney Griner's emotional speech at NCAAP Image Awards

WNBA star Brittney Griner received a standing ovation after making a surprise appearance at the NCAAP Image Awards.

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Larry Summers: Why sanctions on Russia aren't effective

Former Treasury Secretary Larry Summers said price caps on Russian energy should be stiffened up to maximize the impact of sanctions on the country as the war in Ukraine hits a year.

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Lab Leak Most Likely Caused Pandemic, Energy Dept. Says, as Spy Agencies Remain Split

The conclusion, which was made with “low confidence,” was based on new intelligence. The information didn’t lead other agencies to change their assessments on the origins of the coronavirus.

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Rishi Sunak Nears U.K.-E.U. Deal on Brexit’s Northern Ireland Protocol

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is expected to meet on Monday in Britain with the president of the European Commission, Ursula von der Leyen, to work out the final details.

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Saturday, February 25, 2023

Judge John Hodgman on Tipping When You Split the Bill

Is it rude to ask what your dinner companion is leaving?

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Opinion: Finland wants to join NATO. But it may have to ditch an old friend to do so

When it comes to friendships between nations, not much comes between Sweden and my home country of Finland.

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China to Welcome Belarusian Leader, Raising Concerns Over Ukraine

A state visit next week by Aleksandr G. Lukashenko of Belarus seems to confirm U.S. fears that China is prepared to send lethal aid to Russia.

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Century-old Harley-Davidson sells for record-breaking $935,000

A 1908 Harley-Davidson motorcycle has fetched a record-breaking six-figure sum at auction.

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A NATO Minnow Reels From Cyberattacks Linked to Iran

Albania has been the target of repeated digital assaults believed to be linked to its sheltering of an Iranian dissident group on its soil.

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Friday, February 24, 2023

Warm winter closes Rideau Canal to Canadian skaters in historic first

This year's mild winter has forced Canada's iconic Rideau Canal skateway to remain closed for the season.

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Opinion: Our work-obsessed culture is killing freedom

In his new book, "It's OK to Be Angry About Capitalism," Bernie Sanders chooses the moniker "uber-capitalist" to describe our current economic system — one that feels perfectly designed to enrich a tiny few while making life miserable for nearly everyone else.

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How Hard Is It to Paint Like Vermeer? TV Contestants Find Out.

Amateur and professional artists are competing to recreate some of the old master’s lost works in a Dutch reality show that coincides with a blockbuster Vermeer exhibition in Amsterdam.

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Hear Pentagon chief's prediction about Russia's war in Ukraine

In a clip from an interview with CNN's Kaitlan Collins, US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin discusses Russia's war with Ukraine, the role of the United States, and his predictions.

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What Sounds Did Dinosaurs Make?

A new study of a fossilized anklyosaur suggests it could have uttered birdlike calls.

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Thursday, February 23, 2023

DOJ seeks court sanctions against Google over 'intentional destruction' of chat logs

Google should face court sanctions over "intentional and repeated destruction" of company chat logs that the US government expected to use in its antitrust case targeting Google's search business, the Justice Department said Thursday.

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Disgraced film producer Harvey Weinstein gets 16 more years in prison

The former film magnate is already serving a 23-year sentence after a similar conviction in New York.

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Mercedes wants you to take Zoom calls from your car seat

Mercedes-Benz' 2024 E-class models will have video conferencing abilities with a built-in selfie camera and software options. TikTok and Angry Birds will also be available as part of its in-car entertainment system as the company hopes you'll never have a reason to leave your car.

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Mushroom Boom: How to Plan a Foraging Adventure on the West Coast

Thanks to an unusually wet winter, mushroom hunters in the San Francisco Bay Area and beyond will be greatly rewarded. Here’s a primer for first-timers.

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Ohio train derailment: How dangerous are the chemicals?

While officials say East Palestine is safe, exposure to the toxic substances carries all kinds of risks.

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Wednesday, February 22, 2023

US strike kills 7 al-Shabaab fighters in Somalia, Pentagon says

A US strike in Somalia killed seven al-Shabaab fighters on Tuesday, US Africa Command said in a statement. The strike was carried out at the request of the Somali government and was a "collective self-defense strike," AFRICOM said.

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The Celtics Won’t Have Inexperience to Blame if They Don’t Win This Year

Boston has star players, a deep bench and recent N.B.A. finals experience. What the team won’t have, if it loses in the playoffs, will be excuses.

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Five dead and no survivors as Arkansas plane crashes

The small aircraft crashed after taking off from Little Rock for Ohio amid blustery conditions.

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Norfolk Southern is paying $6.5 million to derailment victims. Meanwhile, it's shelling out $7.5 billion for shareholders

Norfolk Southern CEO Alan Shaw pledged Tuesday the freight railroad will spend $6.5 million to help those affected by the release of toxic chemicals from its derailment nearly three weeks ago in East Palestine, Ohio. But in a plan released earlier this year, the company said it's planning to spend more than a thousand times that amount — $7.5 billion — to repurchase its own shares in order to benefit its shareholders.

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In Wisconsin Supreme Court Race, Democratic Turnout Was High

Democratic turnout was high in the Tuesday primary for the State Supreme Court, ahead of a costly general election that will decide the future of abortion rights and gerrymandered maps in the state.

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Tuesday, February 21, 2023

Why Medicare and Social Security Are Sustainable

Reports of their inevitable collapse are greatly exaggerated.

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Alaskan woman trampled by moose while walking dog

A video shows the terrifying moment a woman was blind-sided by a moose in Anchorage, Alaska.

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Opinion: Netanyahu's 'reforms' are threatening the very foundations of Israel's democracy

So bewildering is the rush of news around the world today, and so radical is the discourse, that sober-minded observers are often inclined to take a step back and assume all angers will subside. But it would be a mistake to be sanguine about what's happening in Israel.

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The Designer Making Garments Inspired by Octopuses and Centipedes

Terrence Zhou, the founder of the fashion label Bad Binch TongTong, is not afraid to channel his wild side.

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Monday, February 20, 2023

Alec Baldwin firearm enhancement in manslaughter charge downgraded

New Mexico prosecutors drop firearm enhancement charges, lowering a potential prison sentence.

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Nearly 30 dangerous feedback loops could permanently shift the Earth's climate, scientists say

Dangerous climate feedback loops are increasing global warming and risk causing a permanent shift away from the Earth's current climate, according to a new study.

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On Blinken Visit, Quake Relief Soothes U.S.-Turkey Tensions

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken pledged to keep helping Turkey recover from a devastating earthquake, but there were few hints of progress on disputes over F-16 sales and NATO.

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TSA raises alarm amid increase in guns at US airports

In some parts, more passengers are attempting to bring guns through airport security.

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Police identify body of missing British mother Nicola Bulley

The body of missing British mother Nicola Bulley was identified by UK police on Monday, weeks after she disappeared while walking her dog in northern England in January.

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Waffles, Gentle Slopes and Cloudberries Everywhere: Skiing in Sälen, Sweden

Gstaad it’s not, but this snowy region within driving distance of Stockholm has welcoming cabins deep in the forest, trails for every level of skier and a possibility of gnomes.

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Sunday, February 19, 2023

What Did You Spend on Your Vacation? We’d Love to Hear.

Was your last trip lavish, budget or somewhere in between? We’re interested in hearing about how much it cost and how much you enjoyed it.

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Famed actor-comedian Richard Belzer dies at 78

Richard Belzer, the comedian and actor best known for playing the acerbic Detective John Munch across a number of NBC crime dramas, including "Law & Order: Special Victims Unit," over more than two decades, has died, according to his longtime manager. He was 78.

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What Is Presidents’ Day? A History.

The United States began celebrating its first president when he was still a general. Nearly 300 years since George Washington’s birth, the holiday has morphed into a celebration of the presidency.

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A new Banksy mural. A glowing waterfall. This week in photos



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US ambassador to the UN says China would cross 'red line' by providing lethal aid to Russia

The US ambassador to the United Nations said Sunday that China would cross a "red line" if the country decided to provide lethal military aid to Russia for its invasion of Ukraine.

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He Smeared Feces on a Critic, and Lost a Job. Now, He Wants to Be Heard.

Marco Goecke on Thursday lost his position as ballet director at Hanover’s main opera house. The reaction has “been a bit blown up,” he says.

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Saturday, February 18, 2023

Blinken meets with Chinese counterpart in Munich

• Live updates: US is beginning to see 'disturbing' trends in China's support for Russia's military, officials say • 'Crimes against humanity' declaration marks the strongest accusation yet from the US • There are signs China wants to 'creep up to the line' of providing lethal military aid to Russia without getting caught, US officials say

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More Than 300,000 Starbucks Vanilla Frappuccino Drinks Recalled

PepsiCo voluntarily recalled the beverages after glass was found in some of the bottles, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration said.

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Legally armed civilian shot and wounded suspected gunman in fatal El Paso shooting, police say

A civilian used his legally licensed gun to shoot and wound a suspect in a mall shooting in El Paso, Texas, that left one dead and three injured earlier this week, police said.

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How New York’s Emerging Cannabis Industry Plans to Find 63,000 Workers

The industry estimates that there could be 63,000 jobs in weed across the state by 2025, many of them in retail and hospitality.

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Go inside Super Nintendo World in California

The new land makes its US debut, the first time domestic Universal theme parks are taking guests inside a video game.

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How Climate Change Is Making Tampons (and Lots of Other Stuff) More Expensive

Cotton farmers in Texas suffered record losses amid heat and drought last year, new data shows. It’s an example of how global warming is a “secret driver of inflation.”

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Friday, February 17, 2023

'Could be a curse': Doctor breaks down challenges people face with FTD

The family of Bruce Willis has announced that the actor is suffering from a form of dementia called frontotemporal dementia, or FTD for short. Dr. Jonathan Reiner joins CNN Tonight and discusses the condition.

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CNN’s Chairman Rebukes Don Lemon Over His Nikki Haley Comments

Mr. Lemon’s assertion that the presidential candidate Nikki Haley was not “in her prime” roiled the network and put a harsh spotlight on its struggling morning show.

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Genaro Garcia Luna: Jury weighs fate of Mexico ex-minister in El Chapo bribes case

Genaro Garcia Luna is accused of taking bribes from Joaquín "El Chapo" Guzman's Sinaloa drug cartel.

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Microsoft is looking for ways to rein in Bing AI chatbot after troubling responses

Microsoft on Thursday said it's looking at ways to rein in its Bing AI chatbot after a number of users highlighted examples of concerning responses from it this week, including confrontational remarks and troubling fantasies.

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This Charity Fights Sex Trafficking. Bureaucracy Might Doom It.

GEMS is one of the most respected providers of aid to young victims of sexual exploitation. But New York City’s antiquated payment system is putting its future at risk.

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Thursday, February 16, 2023

Senator Fetterman checks into hospital with depression

Democrat John Fetterman has faced depression "off and on throughout his life" his office said.

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Black Americans are split on trans and nonbinary issues, report finds

There is no consensus among Black adults in America about how accepting society should be of transgender people, according to a new study released Thursday by the Pew Research Center.

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Tim McCarver, 81, All-Star Catcher in Hall of Fame as Broadcaster, Dies

He played with four teams over four decades and won two World Series titles, then took his baseball smarts and gift of gab into the TV booth.

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YouTube CEO stepping down after nearly a decade

YouTube CEO Susan Wojcicki said Thursday she is "stepping back" from her leadership role at the company after nearly a decade of running the video-sharing platform.

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Tesla to Recall 362,000 Cars With Its ‘Full Self Driving’ System

A federal auto safety agency said the technology can cause crashes, but said the company was unaware of any deaths or injuries caused by the flaws.

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Wednesday, February 15, 2023

DeSantis signs bill expanding controversial migrant transportation program

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday signed a bill expanding a controversial state program to transport migrants.

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Sturgeon says she will remain in her role until a successor is in place.

Ms. Sturgeon has

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New Barney leaves fans bemused by reimagined image

People online mock the dinosaur's reimagined image, which will appear in a new animated series.

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Escaped zoo owl thrives in Central Park

Escaped owl becomes a celebrity and learns to catch rats. CNN's Jeanne Moos reports New Yorkers DO give a hoot.

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Justice Dept. Is Said to Decline to Charge Gaetz in Sex-Trafficking Inquiry

An investigation had examined whether Representative Matt Gaetz broke federal laws, focusing on his relationships with women recruited online, and whether he had sex with a 17-year-old girl.

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Buffalo shooting: Relative lunges at gunman before sentencing

Family members affected by the shooting in Buffalo, NY, speak before a life sentence is handed down.

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Tuesday, February 14, 2023

Col Paris Davis: Black Vietnam veteran to finally receive Medal of Honor

US President Joe Biden personally calls retired Col Paris Davis after a wait of almost sixty years.

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Petito lawyer says Laundrie's mom wrote letter with offer to bury a body

Brian Laundrie's mother wrote a letter to her son that included references to getting a shovel and burying a body, an attorney representing the parents of Gabby Petito said during a court hearing Tuesday.

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Eric Adams’s War Against Rats Brings a Split Verdict, and a $300 Fine

Mayor Eric Adams was able to overturn one of two summonses targeting him for evidence of rats at a Brooklyn rowhouse he owns.

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As inflation jumps, tourists steer clear of high-end hotels

Travel on a budget is having a moment.

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According to Medical Guidelines, Your Doctor Needs a 27-Hour Workday

Some doctors say that however reasonable guidelines may seem, their cumulative burden causes “constant frustration” to medical practice.

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Monday, February 13, 2023

Armed robbers target people for Canada Goose coats

Police issue a warning after wearers of the luxury winter coats are robbed, some at gunpoint.

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U-Haul van drives into pedestrians in Brooklyn

Eight people were injured after someone drove a U-Haul van into pedestrians in New York City on Monday morning, an official with the Fire Department of New York told CNN.

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Ukrainians Demonstrate Training on Leopard Tanks in Poland

The soldiers began training on advanced Western tanks three weeks ago. Poland’s president says the tanks will be crucial to Ukraine’s war efforts.

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Survivors still being rescued from rubble 7 days after earthquake



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Did a Referee’s Call Unfairly Cost the Eagles a Super Bowl Win?

Philadelphia cornerback James Bradberry admitted he tugged on the jersey of a Kansas City receiver. But was it really a penalty? The answer depends largely on what colors you wear.

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Sunday, February 12, 2023

Jack Smith, Special Counsel for Trump Inquiries, Steps Up the Pace

Named less than three months ago to oversee investigations into Donald J. Trump’s efforts to hold onto power and his handling of classified documents, the special counsel is moving aggressively.

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Hear what pilots said about mysterious object shot down near Alaska

An unidentified object was shot down 10 miles off the frozen coast of Alaska on Friday afternoon, US officials announced, but details about the object are scarce.

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Across Paris, an Invader Unleashes His Art

Mosaics by a street artist, who calls himself “Invader,” have become part of the fabric of the city. They are everywhere — if you look for them.

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Where #Vanlife Meets #Skibum

In the Pacific Northwest, ski resorts set aside spots in their parking lots for vans and R.V.s, creating overnight communities of skiers and riders. One writer toured three Oregon resorts to test the scene.

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Republican senator warns Congress must take action now to protect Medicare and Social Security

Republican Sen. Mike Rounds of South Dakota offered Sunday a stark warning about the future of Social Security and Medicare if Congress fails to take action now.

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Earthquake Shatters Rebuilt Lives of Syrian Refugees in Turkey

Syrians have experienced relentless death and destruction during their country’s 12-year civil war. But some say the earthquake was worse than anything else they had endured.

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Saturday, February 11, 2023

Are You (Still) an Optimist? These Questions Might Help Explain Why

It may seem impossible to feel upbeat about the future, especially now. But there are common traits optimists share that can help improve anyone’s outlook.

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Conservative activist Matt Schlapp denies sexual battery allegations in new court documents

High-profile conservative activist Matt Schlapp is denying claims of sexual assault and wants the man who is accusing him to be publicly identified, according to court documents filed Thursday in the lawsuit against Schlapp and his wife, Mercedes Schlapp.

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Clean Slates Promised Under New York Marijuana Law Prove Complicated

The omission of a single Roman numeral in the text of a state law has made it difficult for those with certain convictions to clear their names.

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'A recipe for disaster.' Deadly encounter in Memphis comes at a critical time in American policing

Since the night Tyre Nichols was kicked, pepper-sprayed, punched and struck with a baton by Memphis police officers, six cops have been fired and five of them charged with murder. Seven others face internal disciplinary charges.

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With these big red boots, fashion enters its silly era

Are you into cosplay? If you're plugged into luxury fashion's latest trends, the answer might unwittingly be yes. From Loewe's Spring-Summer 2023 Minnie Mouse stilettos (which have already received the Kylie Jenner seal of approval) to Balenciaga's Hummer Derby clown-like loafers, playful footwear appears to be on the rise. This week, another pair of shoes has entered the chat: The Big Red Boot.

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As Super Bowl Fans Arrive, Phoenix Seeks to Present a New Face

The game puts a spotlight on the city’s efforts to remake its image through art, eco-friendly development and a revitalized downtown.

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Friday, February 10, 2023

How Sports Betting Upended the Economies of Native American Tribes

Hard-fought deals for casinos gave many tribes a critical economic lifeline. When the doors opened to widespread sports betting, others wanted in on the gambling business.

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Moldova summons Russian ambassador over alleged missile over its territory

• Opinion: How the war in Ukraine obscured an uncomfortable truth

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DeSantis Gains Control of Tax Board Overseeing Disney World

The Florida governor had wanted to abolish the resort’s designation as a special tax district. That would have left two counties paying for services like policing.

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High-altitude object shot down over Alaska, US says

A high-altitude object has been shot down over Alaska, White House says, days after Chinese spy balloon row

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Opinion: How the war in Ukraine obscured an uncomfortable truth

What a difference a year — and a war — makes.

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Has Wokeness Changed Hollywood?

What movies define our political moment?

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Thursday, February 9, 2023

Bob Iger wins again. Activist shareholder stands down in Disney board battle

In Bob we trust, Wall Street said Thursday. After reporting a multibillion cost-cutting initiative that sent Disney shares surging, CEO Bob Iger gained a key battle against activist shareholder Nelson Peltz.

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Rep. Nancy Mace Jokes About Republicans at Press Club Event

In frequently bawdy terms at a press club dinner, Representative Nancy Mace brought down the house with her barbs at fellow House members and other Republicans.

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Montreal daycare crash: Two children out of hospital as city holds vigils

Officials still do not know why a transport driver rammed a city bus into a daycare near Montreal.

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Supreme Court under pressure to adopt ethics code

For decades, Supreme Court justices have dodged questions related to conflicts of interest by saying essentially "Trust us" or "We're different." They've refused to be bound by an official ethics code and grievance procedures that cover other federal judges.

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Florida Officials Had Repeated Contact With College Board Over African American Studies

In a recent letter to the College Board, state officials list a series of emails and meetings over the last year, often discussing course material about race that state regulations might bar.

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Wednesday, February 8, 2023

Biden administration to soon release roadmap to transition out of Covid-19 public health emergency, sources say



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Marjorie Taylor Greene and Others Heckle Biden at State of the Union Address

His State of the Union address was not exactly a celebration of a unity agenda. But the president seemed to relish the scrimmage.

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Canada pledges billions to help fix healthcare system

PM Justin Trudeau makes the funding pledge as hospitals grapple with a lack of staff and long waits.

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Discovery+ is sticking around

Discovery+ isn't disappearing, after all.

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Texas Bused Migrants North. Then New York Did the Same.

New York City is buying bus tickets for migrants who want to seek asylum in Canada, where they hope to have an easier time getting work permits and health insurance.

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Two children dead after bus crashes into Quebec daycare

The 51-year-old bus driver has been arrested and charged with homicide, police say.

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Tuesday, February 7, 2023

5 Memphis police officers charged in deadly beating of Tyre Nichols allegedly assaulted another man 3 days before, federal lawsuit says



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How Much to See a Movie at AMC? It Will Soon Depend Where You Sit.

By the end of 2023, the movie theater chain will offer tickets at three different price tiers, with middle seats costing the most. You’ll pay less if you like the front row.

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Federal Reserve official says he's not forecasting a recession. Here's why

CNN's Poppy Harlow speaks with Neel Kashkari, president of the Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis, about why he plans to vote for a higher interest rate hike than his colleagues and why he does not think another recession will occur.

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Jesse Tyler Ferguson Tips His Cap to ‘Take Me Out’

The actor, who won a Tony Award for playing a baseball star’s business manager in the Broadway revival of Richard Greenberg’s 2002 play, called the role the most personal of his career.

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State of the Union: How Brandon Tsay is using his sudden fame

Brandon Tsay's life was turned upside down after he disarmed a gunman at a California dance hall.

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Monday, February 6, 2023

Turkey Hit By Unusually Large Aftershock After First Earthquake

was unusually large.

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Pair Is Charged With Plotting to ‘Destroy Baltimore’ by Attacking Electrical Grid

The charges came as experts have warned that the energy grid and electrical substations in particular have become popular targets for far-right extremists.

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Former aide accuses Republican George Santos of sexual misconduct

The prospective staffer has asked the House ethics panel to look into a sexual misconduct claim.

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Around 300,000 people still without power in Odesa after 'technological accident'



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A Sea Rescue, a Stolen Boat and, Yes, a ‘Goonies’ Angle

The authorities in Oregon said a capsized boat was stolen by a man who had paid a visit to a nearby house made famous in “The Goonies.” The twists continued.

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New footage emerges of derailed train in Ohio

A train carrying hazardous material is still ablaze after derailing Friday.

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Sunday, February 5, 2023

Journalist finds something unusual in George Santos' campaign expenses

Washington Post columnist Philip Bump discusses New York Republican Rep. George Santos' campaign expenses and his campaign's response.

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GOP co-chair of bipartisan House caucus indicates clean debt ceiling increase is off the table

Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, a co-chair of the House Problem Solvers Caucus, said Sunday that GOP members of his bipartisan group are ready to break with their party leadership on some aspects of the debt ceiling negotiations but they remain committed to attaching some spending cuts.

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Iran Announces Amnesty, but It May Not Spare Many Protesters

While the government said tens of thousands of prisoners were to be freed or get reduced sentences, rights advocates suggested the move was a sham.

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China balloon: US searches in Atlantic for wreckage

The US is trying recover debris from the suspected spy balloon that fell in shallow waters off South Carolina.

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This map shows the latest state of control in Ukraine



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Biden’s State of the Union Address Holds a Chance for a Fresh Start

The president plans to use his first State of the Union address since Republicans took control of the House to call for bipartisan cooperation. Neither he nor many others expect that to happen.

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Saturday, February 4, 2023

Mafia boss found working as a pizza boss after 16 years on the run

Italian anti-Mafia police have arrested another mobster on the run, just two weeks after the sensational arrest on January 16 of Sicilian Cosa Nostra superboss Matteo Messina Denaro at a health clinic in Palermo, Sicily.

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'Celebrity Jeopardy' crowns new champion

"Celebrity Jeopardy" has a new star winner.

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Train Derailment in Ohio Sparks Huge Fire and Prompts Evacuations

About 50 train cars derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, where officials on Saturday were assessing whether the burning materials were hazardous.

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Kyrie Irving requests trade from Brooklyn Nets, per reports

Kyrie Irving has requested a trade from the Brooklyn Nets ahead of the NBA trade deadline on February 9, according to ESPN's Adrian Wojnarowski and The Athletic's Shams Charania.

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Pentagon: Another balloon spotted above Latin America



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In northern Maine, it’s cold enough for ‘frostquakes.’



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Friday, February 3, 2023

US court strikes down domestic violence gun law

The ruling says the law barring domestic abusers from owning firearms is unconstitutional.

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Sled dogs race in snowy three-day Beargrease marathon

Dog sled teams have competed in the annual marathon race over 300 miles in northern Minnesota.

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A year after Amir Locke was killed during service of a no-knock warrant, his parents sue Minneapolis

A year after a 22-year-old Black man was shot dead by police serving a no-knock warrant, Amir Locke's parents on Friday sued the city of Minneapolis and the officer who fired the fatal shot in federal court.

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Where American Democracy Isn’t Very Democratic

The problem of democracy and American law enforcement goes beyond questions of accountability.

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Eliot Spitzer and an Elite Co-op Board Fight Over a Ditch

The former governor of New York faces a lawsuit from a cooperative board that could upend his plans to build condos on the Upper East Side.

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Apple sales in biggest fall since 2019

The decline came as people cut back in the face of higher living costs, said Apple's boss.

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Thursday, February 2, 2023

Charter School Expansion Faces Tough Fight in New York

Gov. Kathy Hochul wants to allow more charter schools to open in New York City. But as the public school system loses students, the effort faces strong political headwinds.

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Canada seeks to delay euthanasia access for mentally ill

Access to assisted dying was set to expand for those whose sole medical condition is mental disorder.

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Greenpeace activists scale Shell oil platform in the Atlantic Ocean as company announces record profits

Activists from the campaign group Greenpeace have boarded a ship in the Atlantic Ocean and scaled a Shell oil platform that is currently being transported to the North Sea.

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For the Conductor Charles Munch, Virtuosity Meant Taking Risks

This 20th-century maestro could be extreme at the podium, but he also believed in the “beauty, joy and goodness” of an artist’s calling.

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Groundhog Day: Which species is most accurate at predicting the weather?

From duck to opossum, we've checked which weather-predicting critter is best at its job...

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Wednesday, February 1, 2023

Eagles’ Josh Sills Indicted on Rape and Kidnapping Charges

Joshua Sills, 25, was indicted in Ohio in the rape of a woman in December 2019, prosecutors announced on Wednesday.

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GOP oversight committee member pressed on investigating Biden over Trump

CNN's Pamela Brown asks House Oversight Committee member Rep. James Comer (R-KY) about how the committee will handle separate investigations into the management of classified documents by President Joe Biden and former president Donald Trump.

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Tyre Nichols funeral: Thousands attending Memphis ceremony

Thousands are in Memphis to mourn the 29-year-old father who was fatally beaten by police.

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'I'm asking the questions': Sciutto pushes back on GOP lawmaker over debt ceiling

Rep. Dusty Johnson (R-SD) joins CNN's Jim Sciutto to discuss the fight to raise the national debt limit as the White House and the new House GOP majority are at odds over how to resolve the critical issue.

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Judge Said to Allow Meta’s Deal for Virtual Reality Start-Up to Move Forward

The ruling, which is under seal, is a defeat for the Federal Trade Commission, which tried to block Meta’s deal with a rarely used antitrust argument.

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