5 out of 7 defendants convicted of misusing Covid relief money meant to feed children

The federal fraud trial was the first in a $250 million scheme that prosecutors said was the largest of its kind.

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Fed rate cut guessing game dominated ahead of 5 major events for investors

Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.

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Russell Brand: Americans Concerned About Freedom and Democracy Should Vote for Trump

British actor Russell Brand said Americans who are concerned about freedom and democracy should vote for former President Donald Trump in November.

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Republican investment in Virginia coming for Trump vs. Biden matchup, GOP officials say

The Trump campaign has yet to invest heavily in Virginia but money, manpower and energy are coming soon to Virginia, GOP Chair Rich Anderson said.

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Sick of 'tip creep'? 5 times it's OK not to tip, according to etiquette experts

Fully 35% of Americans say tipping has gotten out of control, a new survey reports. In some situations, though, experts say, leaving a gratuity isn't necessary.

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Clarence Thomas formally reports 2019 trips paid by friend and GOP donor Harlan Crow

Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas has acknowledged previously unreported trips overseas that were paid for by his friend, conservative businessman Harlan Crow.

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Pelosi: Netanyahu Should Not Have Been Invited to Address Congress

Representative Nancy Pelosi (D-CA) said Friday on CNN's "Inside Politics" that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu "absolutely" should not have been invited to address Congress. | Clips

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Kansas City Chiefs lineman BJ Thompson 'awake and responsive' after cardiac arrest at team meeting

“He had one AED (automated external defibrillator) shock and came back,” Rick Burkholder, the Chiefs’ vice president of sports medicine and performance, said Friday.

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What is the firearms form at the center of Hunter Biden’s gun trial?

Prosecutors say Hunter Biden lied on the paperwork for a gun purchase in 2018 when he said he wasn’t using drugs

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Report: Oracle Helps China's TikTok Dodge Government Restrictions on AI Chips

Despite the U.S. government’s efforts to prevent advanced AI chips from falling into the hands of Chinese companies, some American corporations are finding ways to circumvent these restrictions. Oracle in particular has reportedly helped China's TikTok by "renting" AI chips to the communist social media company.

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Pat Sajak takes final spin as host on 'Wheel of Fortune' after 41 years

"I want to start with all of you watching out there. It’s been an incredible privilege to be invited into millions of homes night after night, year after year, decade after decade," Sajak said.

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Sports Illustrated's ex-publisher wants $200 million from Authentic Brands Group, saying it stole website and employees

The Arena Group and Manoj Bhargava say Authentic Brands plotted with Minute Media to hand the brand off and steal employees and web pages.

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Bark Air, an airline for dogs, faces lawsuit after its maiden voyage

Local New York officials are taking issue with Bark Air, a carrier catering to canines. Here's why.

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Putin Publicly Mocks Advisor Who ‘Dozed’ Off at Big Summit

Putin told longtime advisor he was making “offensive” comments about Russia’s economy—but he appeared to joking. The veteran aide will certainly hope so.

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WSU graduate who vanished from Seattle airport may be with man and his missing 2-year-old daughter

Nadia Cole, 21, who disappeared on May 29 could be traveling with Aaron Aung, who is wanted for failing to return his daughter to the child's mother, police said.

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Hunter Biden’s Legal Team Decides Against Calling Joe Biden’s Brother To Testify In Gun Trial

James Biden, the brother of President Joe Biden, took the stand Friday to testify in Hunter Biden's defense.

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3 things homebuyers should do to hack the unaffordable housing market, according to Fannie Mae's chief economist

There are three things homebuyers can do to get the best deal, according to Fannie Mae's chief economist.

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As D-Day commemorations conclude in France, Biden turns his gaze to Ukraine and Gaza wars

President Joe Biden is facing a steep climb as he turns his attention from D-Day commemorations to conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine at the G7 Summit.

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Olympic rings mounted on the Eiffel Tower ahead of Summer Games

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Former IRS employee charged in $2.1 million Exxon Mobil tax credit theft attempt in Utah

Prosecutors say former IRS worker Rodney Rupe of Utah accessed taxpayer databases in a scheme to swindle tax credits owed oil and gas giant Exxon Mobil

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Real-world mileage standard for new vehicles rising to 38 mpg in 2031 under new Biden rule

New vehicles sold in the U.S. will have to average about 38 miles per gallon of gasoline in 2031 in real-world driving, up from about 29 mpg this year, under new federal rules unveiled Friday by the Biden administration

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FACT CHECK: Did Eminem Say He Would Leave The Country If Donald Trump Is Re-Elected?

There is no evidence for this claim.

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Beyoncé gave concert tickets to Ketanji Brown Jackson, according to docs that also show six-figure payments for justices’ book deals

Beyoncé gave Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson four tickets to her concert last year, the justice disclosed in financial disclosure forms published Friday that also revealed that Jackson and other justices received six-figure payments in 2023 for book deals.

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Conservative British PM faces backlash after skipping D-Day event and going on TV

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is facing backlash after he ditched a D-Day ceremony in Normandy, France to do a TV interview during which he slammed the U.K. opposition party.

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EXCLUSIVE: Lawmakers Introduce Bipartisan Bill To Tackle ‘Weaponized’ Federal Criminal Code

Rep. Roy introduced legislation to mandate to count the number of federal crimes on the books, as nobody knows the exact number of federal crimes that exist.

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Trump touts Silicon Valley support, says tech leaders can't relate to 'low IQ' Biden: 'I have a high IQ'

Trump said Silicon Valley support is a 'great testament' to his accomplishments and that tech leaders appreciate his 'high IQ'

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NAACP urges Biden to halt weapons to Israel and help end Gaza war

The NAACP has called on President Joe Biden to stop sending weapons to Israel and use the U.S.’ influence to end the war in Gaza.

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Beyoncé tickets, book advances, Bali trip revealed in new Supreme Court financial disclosures

Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson valued four Beyoncé tickets at $3,711.84.

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FACT CHECK: No, Chick-fil-A Nugget Containers Do Not Read ‘Made With 100% Heterosexual Chicken’

The text on the original image reads, "We Didn’t Invent The Chicken, Just The Chicken Sandwich."

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Mike Pence Derailed His Political Career Opposing Trump. Can He Revive It?

The former vice president wants to climb back to relevance as a keeper of the flame for traditional conservatism. The Trump camp calls him “Judas Pence.”

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Asian Americans call on Shane Gillis to apologize for past racial slurs amid launch of the new Netflix show

Leaders have called on Netflix to cancel the comedian’s new sitcom “Tires” and on Bud Light to cut all promotional funding toward his comedy tour.

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Hunter Biden’s Daughter Testifies on His Behalf in Gun Trial

The trial is likely to nudge into a second week, with Mr. Biden’s lawyers beginning to mount their defense.

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US’ $320m pier in Gaza is rebuilt and officials expect aid to start arriving soon

A large section of the causeway broke apart May 25 as heavy winds and high seas hit the area

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6 heated state Supreme Court elections to keep an eye on

State Supreme Court elections may not be at the top of your ticket this November, but they could influence important policy going forward.

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Buck: Trump's Rhetoric Meant to Embolden Base, He Doesn't Follow Through

Former Rep. Ken Buck (R-CO) said Friday on CNN's "News Central" that former President Donald Trump used harsh rhetoric to embolden his base, but in many cases, he "says one thing and does another." | Clips

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Congressmen Parachute Jump Over Normandy To Honor D-Day Heroes

A group of American lawmakers honored the bravery of World War II veterans who participated in the storming of Normandy in France with a parachute jump.

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Report: Transgender Nashville School Shooter Wrote About Her 'Imaginary Penis'

Nashville school shooter Audrey Hale left behind handwritten notes allegedly focused on her "imaginary penis," a report from the Tennessee Star claimed.

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ABC's Hostin: Black Male Trump Supporters as Real as 'Unicorns'

ABC legal analyst Sunny Hostin said Friday on ABC's "The View" that black male supporters of former President Donald Trump are as real as "unicorns." | Clips

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Joe Biden Didn’t Poop Himself But These Celebs Did

A definitive list of the oversharing celebrity pant-soilers.

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Hawley: 'These Are the People Who Are Burning Down Every Institution that Stands in Between Their Way and Power'

On Thursday's "The Ingraham Angle" on the Fox News Channel, Sen. Josh Hawley (R-MO) warned about the extraordinary lengths the American left and Democrats will go to achieve power. | Clips

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Student loan bills may soon see 'a dramatic drop,' expert says. Here's what to know about the change

A feature of the Biden administration's new income-driven repayment plan that will reduce millions of borrowers monthly payments kicks in on July 1.

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Vermont police department apologizes after visiting students witness simulated robbery, shooting

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Photo of black justices doesn't show panel hearing Trump appeal. It's not set yet

The Black women seen in a viral photo are among 21 justices at a New York appellate court. If Trump appeals, any of those 21 could hear his case.

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More trips for Thomas, Beyonce tickets for Jackson: Here's what Supreme Court disclosures show

The Supreme Court's disclosure reports were the first released since the court adopted a code of conduct last year in response to ethics scandals.

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Biden references 'instinct' to 'walk away' from democracy in Normandy speech

President Biden, speaking about American democracy at Pointe du Hoc in the Normandy region of France, said there are "many instincts" to "walk away."

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Median household wealth for Black Americans is projected to hit $0 by 2053. My estate plan is designed to protect me from that.

An estate-planning attorney shares details behind the process and where some people's plans might fall short.

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The Taliban banned Afghan girls from school 1,000 days ago, but some brave young women refuse to accept it.

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Beyoncé tickets and $2,000 photo albums: Supreme Court justices reveal the gifts they got

Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson got four tickets to Beyoncé's "Renaissance World Tour" worth over $3,700, she reported.

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Tesla's $450 lightning-shaped bottle of mezcal is its most expensive liquor yet

Tesla's latest liquor offering isn't cheap. After taxes, Tesla Mezcal comes out to about $498.

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Nolte: Donald Trump Trial Fails to Stop CNN’s Ratings Doom Spiral

CNN dry-humped Donald Trump’s trial and managed to attract an average of only 486,000 total viewers throughout all of May.

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