New York closing in on $237B state budget with plans on housing, migrants, bootleg pot shops

New York state lawmakers are on the verge of passing a $237 billion budget that includes sweeping plans to build housing, shutter unlicensed cannabis storefronts and help manage the city’s migrant crisis.

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Taylor Swift's name is popping up on Wall Street earnings calls thanks to her massive impact on the US economy

"Over the past year, we've all witnessed the creative genius and sheer power of a true cultural phenomenon Taylor Swift," said Disney CEO Bob Iger.

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Cuts could cost thousands of US soldiers their education benefits

The US Army is considering reductions to the Credential Assistance and Tuition Assistance programs, which could impact education for soldiers.

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Marking 25 years since the Columbine shooting

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This G.O.P. Senate Candidate Says He Grew Up on a Family Farm. Not Exactly.

David McCormick has often spoken about his modest upbringing on a farm in Pennsylvania. A close look at his past tells a different story.

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New NYC Chinese-Nepali popup restaurant honors culture of the North Face region

The restaurant aims to tell the story of the Nepal-Chinese border by serving up turmeric fried rice, momos, or steamed-to-order dumplings, and much more.

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Biden's New Title IX Rules Add Campus Protections for LGBTQ+ Students

The new provisions are part of a revised Title IX regulation issued by the Education Department, fulfilling a campaign pledge by President Joe Biden.

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Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton can be disciplined for suit to overturn 2020 election, court says

A Texas appeals court has ruled that Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton can face discipline from the state bar association over his failed effort to overturn the 2020 presidential election.

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‘Sleepy Don’ Dozes Off in Court AGAIN

Apparently a high-stakes trial just isn’t enough to keep the former president awake.

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‘Very Scary’: Hillary Clinton Suggests ‘What Trump Really Wants’ Is To ‘Kill His Opposition’

Hillary Clinton said during a podcast released Friday that she believes former President Donald Trump wants to model himself after Vladimir Putin.

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Woman in Trump jury pool breaks down in tears

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Mark Zuckerberg's Meta Launches Woke Chatbot Full of Bizarre Answers

Mark Zuckerberg's Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has recently introduced its new "Llama 3" AI systems that powers what Zuckerberg calls "the most intelligent AI assistant that you can freely use." As you might suspect, the chatbot comes complete with bizarre and woke answers to questions from early users.

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These House Republicans want to boot Mike Johnson from the speakership

Just three Republicans have signed onto a "motion to vacate" against the Speaker. But Democrats may protect him anyway.

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Study: CA's Fast Food Prices Jumped 7% Prior to $20 Minimum Wage

Fast food prices in California jumped during the six-month period before the Democrat-run state mandated a $20 minimum wage for the industry.

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How serious is latest Republican threat to oust House speaker?

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Taylor Swift releases "Tortured Poets Department" double album

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Middle East expert on Israeli strike on Iran: "It seems this is not an escalation"

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Ukraine and Israel aid packages head for House vote in defiance of GOP far right

The House of Representatives overwhelmingly voted to advance the process of passing a large foreign aid package before a final debate and vote on passage on Saturday.

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Ethics panel investigating whether Matt Gaetz got high at Florida party

Panel has obtained sworn written statement from female witness to party in Florida. Mr Gaetz has denied any wrongdoing

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Police surround Iran's consulate in Paris as man threatens to blow himself up

Police said the man was suspected of attempted arson at the Iranian consulate last September.

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Convenience store chain with hundreds of outlets in 6 states hit with discrimination lawsuit

Federal officials said they do not allege Sheetz was motivated by racial animus, but take issue with the way the chain uses criminal background checks to screen job seekers.

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EU Boss: Russia 'Instrumentalises' Migrants to Try And Destabilise Europe

The head of the EU said Finland's decision to close its border crossings with Russia over surge in migrants is security matter for the bloc.

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California court to weigh in on fight over transgender ballot measure proposal language

A California court will hear arguments Friday in a lawsuit alleging the state attorney general misled the public in a title and summary he released for a proposed ballot measure that would require school staff to notify parents if their child asks to change gender identification at schools.

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Ukraine Aid Bill Clears Critical Hurdle in the House as Democrats Supply the Votes

Democrats stepped in to support bringing the aid package to the floor, in a remarkable breach of custom on a key vote that paved the way for its passage.

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Johnson speaks out after Democrats vote with him on foreign aid bill

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