Democratic Republic of Congo flag behind Biden during his Morehouse address explained

An alleged coup in the DRC was taking place while Biden delivered his commencement address at Morehouse College.

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State Department battles against criticism over ‘condolences’ for Raisi’s death

The US State Department found itself playing defence on Monday after a spokesman offered “official condolences” for the death of Iran’s Ebrahim Raisi, alleged to have been responsible for ordering the murders of Iranian dissidents and brutal crackdowns on protesters.

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Hunter Biden Tries Another Delay Tactic in Federal Gun Trial

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Bashing governor in publicly funded campaign ads is OK in Connecticut legislative races, court rules

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F.B.I. Shed Informants Linked to Russian Influence Operations

After a secret review several years ago, the bureau cut off confidential sources thought to be connected to Russian disinformation.

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Crews refloat Dali cargo ship after clearing Baltimore bridge debris

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Fact Check: Bette Midler Pushes False Claim Hillary Clinton Never Questioned Election Results

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Moreno: Brown Has Overseen Loss of 200K Manufacturing Jobs in Ohio

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All the Republicans who have signaled they won’t accept election results

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Why Michael Dell's latest prediction about AI PCs is great news for Best Buy

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Senate Banking Chair Sherrod Brown calls for new FDIC leadership after misconduct report

A recent report detailing a toxic culture at the FDIC described Chairman Martin Gruenberg as having a "temper" and a "short fuse."

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Terrence Howard Claims He Can ‘Kill Gravity’ in Off-the-Charts Joe Rogan Chat

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Which states will have abortion on the ballot in November?

A total of 10 states either have abortion on the ballot or have initiatives to place it in front of voters in progress.

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California county's farm bureau sues over state monitoring of groundwater

A lawsuit has been filed over California’s decision to take over monitoring groundwater use in part of the fertile San Joaquin Valley under a landmark law aimed at protecting the vital resource.

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California congressman urges closer consultation with tribes on offshore wind

A California congressman says tribes should be more involved in the decision-making process for the development of the first offshore wind farms along the West Coast.

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EPA warns of increasing cyberattacks on water systems, urges utilities to take immediate steps

The Environmental Protection Agency warns that cyberattacks against water utilities around the U.S. are becoming more frequent and more severe.

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Israel: About 50 Cross-border Tunnels Found Underneath Rafah-Egypt Boundary

Israel claims to have found about 50 cross-border tunnels underneath the boundary between Rafah, in the Gaza Strip, and Egypt.

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Rep. Jasmine Crockett's viral 'Bleach blonde bad built butch body': coming to t-shirts soon?

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You can send mail from France with a stamp that smells like a baguette

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Aggression or Caution: The Choice Facing Iran’s Next Leaders

The question is whether the successors to the president and foreign minister will take a similar path by keeping slivers of communication open, and avoiding direct conflict with the United States.

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British court grants WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange right to appeal US extradition

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Claim: Prosecutions, Disbarment of Trump Lawyers Aims to 'Chill' GOP Lawyers

The efforts to prosecute, disbar, and smear attorneys who served as election lawyers for Trump could leave Republicans short of legal talent.

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V-22 Ospreys return to the skies but are required to stay within 30 minutes from an airfield in case of emergency

After a monthslong grounding, US Air Force, Marine Corps, and Navy V-22 Ospreys must fly within 30 minutes of an airfield in case of emergency.

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Senate report finds parts made with China's forced labor in cars by BMW, Jaguar Land Rover and VW

A Senate inquiry has found BMW, Jaguar Land Rover and Volkswagen have bought parts made by a Chinese company sanctioned under a 2021 law for using forced labor.

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Stefanik Meets with Netanyahu, Urges Action against ICC

The ICC announced Monday that it would seek an arrest warrant for Israeli PM Netanyahu for alleged war crimes.

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CNN’s Honig: Michael Cohen Stealing from Trump 'More Serious of a Crime Than Falsifying Business Records'

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JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon signals retirement is closer than ever

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Charlamagne Tha God Finally Condemns Diddy After Defending His Legacy

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Michael Cohen admits to stealing from Trump while clawing back hush money

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Trumpy GOP Leaders’ Big Week of Indefensible Hypocrisy

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Harvard-Harris Poll: Majority Oppose Biden Withholding Arms from Israel

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How top congressional aides are addressing increased fears they have for safety of lawmakers and their staff

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Jamie Dimon just hinted he may be retiring sooner than expected

JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon suggested he may be planning to retire within the next five years.

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Microsoft announces new PCs with AI chips from Qualcomm

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Hims & Hers says it's selling a GLP-1 weight loss drug for 85% less than Wegovy. Here's the price.

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Genesis to pay $2 billion to victims of alleged cryptocurrency fraud

New York prosecutors allege that bankrupt crypto lender Genesis hid more than $1 billion in losses.

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George Clooney's Wife, Amal, Involved in ICC Warrant Against Netanyahu

Amal Clooney, the human rights lawyer married to George Clooney, apparently helped to prepare the ICC warrant request against Netanyahu.

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Biden stays unusually quiet on the death of Iranian president and foreign minister

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NY v. Trump: Michael Cohen testifies he's considering congressional run

Former President Donald Trump's former personal attorney Michael Cohen testified in the NY v. Trump trial that he's considering a run for Congress.

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Bush-era Law Authorizes U.S. to Free Netanyahu if Detained by ICC

The ASPA bars the U.S. from helping the ICC against Israel and authorizes the president to use any means necessary to free detained Israelis.

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Republicans Ted Cruz And Katie Britt Introduce Another Bill To Protect IVF

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FACT CHECK: Viral X Photo of Iranian President Predates Helicopter Crash

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Supreme Court Justice Alito sold Bud Light stock, then bought Coors, during boycott

Samuel Alito sold AB InBev stock and bought Molson Coors on the same day, according to a financial transaction report for the Supreme Court justice.

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