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A bewildering climate change milestone

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US and 16 other countries whose citizens were taken hostage urge Hamas and Israel to ‘close this deal’

The United States and 16 other countries whose citizens were taken hostage by Hamas on October 7 are set to release a joint statement Thursday calling on Israel and Hamas to come to an agreement on the most recent ceasefire and hostages proposal, according to a US official – marking the latest move in the Biden administration’s push to bring to an end the Israel-Hamas war.

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Biden family closes ranks as wrenching testimony describes Hunter Biden's fall

It has been a full court press of Biden family members in the front row over the first three days of Hunter Biden's felony gun trial in federal court.

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Did Donald Trump's guilty verdict drive away pivotal voters? Here's what the early polls say.

So far, at least, a smallish number may change their minds because of Trump's conviction - but they could wield a decisive impact.

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Jack Dorsey gave $10 million to an anonymous founder with a deep devotion to a fascist 'guru'

Twitter's cofounder Jack Dorsey personally gave $245,000 in crypto to a developer who's a follower and student of a well-known Brazilian fascist.

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Civil rights complaints are plaguing schools at record rates. Is the solution in Congress?

The federal office in charge of resolving discrimination complaints in schools has long struggled with money and staffing. The work is piling up.

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I'm a millionaire and a financial expert and I still rent over buying a house

Tori Dunlap, a 29-year-old millionaire and financial expert, explains why she opts to rent rather than buy.

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‘It’s Not 2016 Anymore’: Trump Finds Friends in Silicon Valley

Donald Trump is heading to San Francisco for a fund-raiser, and his host, the tech entrepreneur David Sacks, hopes to portray Silicon Valley as a more MAGA-welcoming place.

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Trump’s Conviction Made These Voters Rethink Their Choice for President

Conversations with nearly 2,000 voters showed a small number had changed their minds about Donald J. Trump. Here’s what a few said about why.

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Dozens killed in strike on Gaza school Israeli military says was being used by Hamas

Women and children were among the dead, officials in Gaza said, in what the Israel Defense Forces said was a “precise” strike targeting militants involved in the Oct. 7 attacks.

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A Republican Election Clerk vs. Trump Die-Hards in a World of Lies

Cindy Elgan has overseen elections in rural Nevada without incident for 20 years, but now even her neighbors wonder if she’s part of “the deep state cabal.”

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Ukraine desperately wants more F-16 trainees since it's only getting 20 pilots to fly 85 warplanes: report

Ukraine has asked to train another 30 pilots for the F-16, but the US and its allies can't accommodate that many seats, Politico reported.

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U.N. Chief: Fossil Fuel Companies ‘Godfathers of Climate Chaos’

U.N. alarmist-in-chief António Guterres laid into fossil fuel companies calling for a ban on their ads and increased taxes on energy firms.

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Putin’s Elusive Daughters Are Thrust Into the Limelight

Putin is typically is secretive about his children—but a splashy appearance by his daughters at a major Russian forum may signal big changes.

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The NBA Finals’ Best Player Is Also Its Most Annoying

The only thing standing between these boring Celtics and a title is Luka Dončić, an impish troll of a guard who lives for irritating the hell out of fans and foes alike.

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Thousands of children got tested for lead with faulty devices. Here's what parents should know.

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Trump steps onto campaign trail for first time since his conviction

During his decades in the public eye, Donald Trump has stood before crowds as a builder of skyscrapers and casinos, a best-selling author, a reality television host, a husband and father, a New Yorker and Floridian, and a current and former president of the United States.

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The Theocratic Blueprint for Trump’s Next Term

How the Christian nationalist vanguard would pursue unprecedented power over all branches of government.

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D-Day was the largest amphibious invasion in history — and likely the last. Here's why.

D-Day was the largest amphibious invasion in history, and possibly the last due to smaller militaries, modern weapons and strategic changes since 1944.

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How the ‘Corridor of Death’ Saved the D-Day Invasion

On the 80th anniversary of D-Day, we look back at a little-remembered battle two months after the invasion, one that truly turned the tide of WWII.

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Trump news live: Georgia case grinds to a halt as Mar-a-Lago judge under fire

Extraordinary and rare move from a judge who has come under fire for a series of favorable rulings for the convicted former president

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Richard Gere’s Grief Drama Will Have You Mourning His Career

Israeli director Savi Gabizon remade his own film, turning “Longing” into a wonky blend of dark comedy, Hitchockian thriller, and staid drama—and it’s an utter mess.

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Even Lesbian Dakota Johnson Can’t Make This Coming-Out Comedy Fun

Now streaming on Max, Johnson’s coming-out comedy is an absolute drag.

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50 Cent Posed With Lauren Boebert And Made An Amusing Error

The rapper also addressed the Colorado Republican's "Beetlejuice" controversy.

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Prince William Bestows Honorary Knighthood on Disney CEO Bob Iger

Disney CEO Bob Iger has been granted an honorary knighthood after an investiture ceremony Monday presided over by Prince William.

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Princess Kate is getting 'better' and would have loved to attend D-Day events, Prince William says

William, the heir to the British throne, was speaking to a veteran at a D-Day anniversary event in the English port city of Portsmouth.

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Farage's Reform Party Surges to Within Two Points of Tories

Whisper it... Nigel Farage may be on the verge of killing off one of the most successful political parties in the history of the world.

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Putin and his Kremlin clique are rolling out their own kids at the 'Russian Davos'

Putin's two daughters will speak about bioeconomics and the military-industrial complex at Russia's flagship economic event.

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Putin says America is 'burning from the inside' and U.S. courts are being used by Trump's rivals

Russian President Vladimir Putin lambasted the U.S. judicial system, saying it was being used by Donald Trump's enemies to pursue the presidential nominee.

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Trump Did A Weird Thing With His Mouth And You'll Never Un-See It

The former president's latest video had one very noticeable issue.

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Former Alito Law Clerk ‘Aghast’ After Seeing Jan. 6 Flag Outside His Home, Calls For Recusal

"The problem is that flag is incendiary and it cannot do anything other than raise a reasonable inference of bias," Susan Sullivan said.

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In Hawaii, Maui council opposes U.S. Space Force plan to build new telescopes on Haleakala volcano

The Maui County Council voted 9-0 to pass a resolution opposing the project.

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Russia Says it Considers NATO Troops in Ukraine Fair Game

Russia responds to Ukraine's claim that it will soon be welcoming French troops to its borders by threatening to kill them.

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Trump’s potential VP picks narrow to four men - here are the frontrunners

The former president has said he will likely not make a decision on his running mate until closer GOP convention in July

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How Apple's efforts to dominate the AI arms race fell apart

The Cupertino-based tech giant is widely seen as falling behind on AI when compared against peers like Microsoft and Meta.

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The Latest | Over 30 dead in Israeli strikes overnight in Gaza, including on a school-turned-shelter

Dozens are dead after an Israeli strike hit a school-turned-shelter overnight in Gaza

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Jared Moskowitz Clowns James Comer With Totally 'Great' Biden Answer

The Florida Democrat poked fun at the House Oversight chair and the GOP's Biden impeachment inquiry.

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Israeli strike on U.N. school in Gaza that Israel says was being used by Hamas kills more than 30

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‘Ludicrous, Ridiculous, Dangerous’: Ex-Trump WH Attorney Shreds Docs Judge Move

Ty Cobb warned of the possible deadly consequences of Judge Aileen Cannon's latest delay in Donald Trump's classified documents case.

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Mayorkas on if Biden Border Order Exemptions Will Encourage Parents to Send Kids Alone: That Happens Already

During an interview with ABC's "Start Here" podcast released on Wednesday, Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro Mayorkas responded to a question on | Clips

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Chuck Todd: Biden Flipped on Border Because Abbott Made Dems Complain and Biden Only Listened to Dems

On Wednesday's edition of NBC's "MTP Now," NBC News Chief Political Analyst Chuck Todd stated that Democrats don't want to talk about immigration | Clips

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Chuck Todd: Despite the 'Excuse-Making', Biden Could Have Done Border Order Sooner

On Wednesday's edition of NBC's "MTP Now," NBC News Chief Political Analyst Chuck Todd stated that President Joe Biden could have taken the executive | Clips

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Live updates: D-Day 80th anniversary celebration of Normandy invasion

Get live updates and the latest news on the anniversary of the pivotal assault by allied troops on Normandy’s beaches on June 6, 1944.

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Get ready to make less money off your investments, says a private equity executive

Private equity faces a dry spell as managers adjust to new financial realities, warned Apollo's Scott Kleinman at Berlin's SuperReturn conference.

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Ex-U.S. Attorney Says 'Appreciable Chance' Trump Dies In Jail If He Loses Election

Harry Litman also predicted the sentence in the former president's hush money case.

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Pennsylvania State Senator Introduces Legislation for $20 Minimum Wage

A Pennsylvania state senator introduced legislation to increase the state's minimum wage to $20, the highest in the nation.

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Slamming China over its stance on Russia and the war, Ukraine might have made a big miscalculation

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy's very public criticism of China over its relationship with Russia could backfire.

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Washington state man sentenced for 20 ‘swatting’ calls of false threats in U.S., Canada

Prosecutors said he threatened to send emergency responses to several victims’ homes unless they turned over money, credit card information or sexually explicit images.

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Tim Scott Swiftly Changes Subject After Simple Question About Contraception

The South Carolina senator, who is reportedly on Donald Trump's vice presidential shortlist, scolded Democrats for trying to "politicize" access to contraceptives.

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Larry David Says He Used Richard Lewis Death to Avoid Kimmel

Kimmel confronted Larry David on his excuse for canceling an interview on his show, and David’s response was pretty uncomfortable.

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