Medics help a man who was wounded in the shelling of a residential building in Kyiv, Ukraine, on Monday. Gleb Garanich / Reuters
Russian President Vladimir Putin's forces pummeled Kyiv and other cities across Ukraine on Monday as representatives from both countries met for a fourth round of talks since the invasion started nearly three weeks ago.
Russia-Ukraine: Bipartisan lawmakers urge Biden to work with Poland to provide MiG-29s to Ukraine
A growing number of Republican and Democratic lawmakers are urging the Biden Administration to facilitate a deal with Poland to send MiG-29 planes to Ukraine for additional air support as Russia continues its multi-front war on the country.
Trump accused of breaking campaign laws by teasing 2024 run
A pro-Democratic super PAC says former President Donald Trump violated federal campaign laws by raising and spending money for another run for the White House without officially filing his candidacy
Russia keeps up attacks in Ukraine as two sides hold talks
Ukrainian and Russian officials have held a new round of talks as Moscow’s troops press their assault on Kyiv and other cities.
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Fox News correspondent Benjamin Hall injured while reporting in Ukraine
It's not yet clear how he was injured or how severe his injuries are.
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Lawmaker pressure on Biden hits its limits
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill have repeatedly been steps ahead of the Biden administration in calling to escalate the U.S. response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine — proposals the White House ultimatel…
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Russian missile strike near NATO's Poland stirs anxiety
A Russian missile attack that killed at least 35 people in western Ukraine, just 15 miles from NATO member Poland, has spurred Poles to take pro-security steps in the face of warfare between Poland's two eastern neighbors.
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Trump: I am not using campaign funds for new plane
Former President Trump on Monday said he is not using any campaign funding to construct a new plane.In a phone interview, Trump took issue with an article by The Hill over the weekend that cited a …
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Putin's invasion of Ukraine will knock 30 years of progress off the Russian economy
Russia’s 40-year effort to create a Western-style market economy is one more casualty of Putin’s invasion of Ukraine.
Russian propaganda on Ukraine's non-existent 'biolabs' boosted by U.S. far right
Ukraine biolab conspiracy theories have flourished on the U.S. far right and Russian social media.
War in Ukraine: What happened on day 19 of Russia's invasion
Drone footage shows destruction of Mariupol, and protesters target an oligarch's London mansion.
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Trucker convoy seeks to enter Washington but police block access to most demonstrators
A convoy of trucks attempted to bring a weeks-long, cross-country protest against COVID-19 mandates into Washington, D.C., on Monday, but police blocked numerous bridges, highway exits and city streets, preventing many of the vehicles from entering the heart of the nation's capital.
As gunman targets homeless, mayors urge all to seek shelter
The mayors of New York City and Washington D.C. are appealing to the public for help in an urgent search for a gunman who has been stalking homeless men asleep on their streets, killing at least two people and wounding three others in less than two weeks.
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Sullivan raises Russia concerns in meeting with Chinese official
White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan raised concerns about China’s alignment with Russia during a lengthy meeting between U.S. and Chinese officials on Monday, a senior Biden a…
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EU member states agree new package of sanctions against Russia
European Union member states have agreed on a fourth package of sanctions against Russia following its invasion of Ukraine, the office of the French EU presidency wrote on Twitter on Monday.
The State Department said it'll hand over emails mentioning Hunter Biden to the New York Times
The New York Times sued the State Department, alleging it didn't respond to requests for emails regarding Hunter Biden and Rudy Giuliani fast enough.
Opinion | Sanctioning Russian Oligarchs May Not Stop Putin, But It’s Still a Huge Deal
Seizing Russian tycoons’ yachts and mansions probably won’t change Putin's mind. But the impact in the U.S. and Europe could be huge.
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British court rules against gay marriage in Bermuda, Cayman Islands
A top British appeals court has ruled against same-sex marriage in the United Kingdom territories of the Cayman Islands and Bermuda, The Associated Press reported. In its r…
thehill.comMaria Bartiromo Under Fire Over Bizarre Claim About Biden And Putin
The Fox News host claimed vaguely that “some people” told her that "they feel" the Biden administration sees Putin as a partner.
Russia assault stalls, US official says; UN warns war is threatening global food supply: March 14 recap
The UN says Russia’s war against Ukraine is threatening the global food supply and putting the world’s poorest countries at risk. Monday's recap.
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If Putin uses chemical weapons in Ukraine it's a 'game changer' for NATO
Western officials and strategists say that there are good reasons to fear Moscow potentially using unconventional and outlawed weapons.
Zelensky won’t address Council of Europe due to ‘urgent, unforeseen circumstances’
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will not give his scheduled Monday address to the Council of Europe, citing “urgent, unforeseen circumstances.”Ukrainian Prime Minister Denys Shmyha…
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China has expressed some openness to providing military and financial aid to Russia, US cable suggests
The US has information suggesting China has expressed some openness to providing Russia with requested military and financial assistance as part of its war on Ukraine, a Western official and a US diplomat told CNN, and is conveying what it knows to its NATO allies.
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Fewer Americans see Russia favorably than ever before: poll
Fewer Americans viewed Russia in a favorable light than ever before, even before President Vladimir Putin launched the war against Ukraine, a new poll shows.
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Bipartisan support for U.S. to give Ukraine planes and weapons grows
The bipartisan, 58-member Problem Solvers Caucus pushed the Biden administration to provide more military aid to Ukraine.
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State Department says US ‘won’t stand by’ if China tries to ‘bail Russia out’ - Washington Examiner
The State Department said the United States “won’t stand by” if the Chinese Communist Party attempts to “bail Russia out” following the Kremlin’s invasion of neighboring Ukraine. While the U.S. criticizes China for its "at least tacit approval" of Russia's invasion, China has repeatedly sought...
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UK says Russia could be planning chemical or biological attack on Ukraine
Britain's Defence Ministry said in a tweet on Monday that Russia could be planning to use chemical or biological weapons in Ukraine in response to a staged fake attack on Russian troops.
www.reuters.comCritics accuse CPAC of becoming pay-to-play as Trump loyalists gain power
Questions also arise about possible violations of a lobbying disclosure law known as the Foreign Agents Registration Act Donald Trump Jr speaks at the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) in Orlando, Florida, on 27 February. Photograph: Octavio Jones/Reuters Conservative influence...
Plains drought to curb U.S. wheat harvest, adding to global supply worries
A worsening drought in the southern U.S. Plains is threatening the region's winter wheat crop just as the Ukraine crisis dents global supplies.
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Biden hits the fundraising circuit
President Joe Biden is stepping onto the political scene tonight.
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Dems reportedly raking in cash, despite lagging poll numbers
The Democratic National Committee reportedly pulled in more than $14 million last month despite sagging poll numbers ahead of the November midterms.
OnPolitics: How China could influence Russia's war against Ukraine
National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan met with Chinese foreign policy adviser Yang Jiechi in Rome Monday as Russia continues its war on Ukraine.
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Biden administration announces $409 million for transportation projects in 39 states
The administration of U.S. President Joe Biden awarded $409 million in grants to 70 projects in 39 states to modernize and electrify America’s buses, and improve their safety, the Department of Transportation said on Monday.
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Panel on ‘The View’ calls for DOJ to probe Tucker Carlson over Putin rhetoric
The co-hosts of ABC’s “The View” on Monday slammed Fox News pundit Tucker Carlson for a number of comments he has made in recent weeks about Russian President Vladimir P…
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Portraits of war: photos show the impact of war in Ukraine over the past 100 days
Since Russia invaded Ukraine in late February, approximately 3,573 people have died.
Russia-Ukraine updates: US sanctions Russian military shipbuilder, diamond miner
Updates on the Russia-Ukraine crisis.
What impact will Ukraine’s foreign legion have on the war?
The Ukrainian government has called for volunteers to join its army. Will they make a difference?
A 'cold-blooded' alliance? China could be a pivotal force in Russia's war against Ukraine
Ahead of a high-stakes U.S.-China meeting, the Biden administration warned Beijing not to help Russia evade sanctions for its invasion of Ukraine.
Refugee exodus reaches 2.8 million as Russia strikes hit west Ukraine
People fleeing what had been the relative safety of western Ukraine joined thousands crossing into eastern Europe on Monday after Russia attacked a Ukrainian base near the border with NATO-member Poland.
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Manchin, Collins opposition likely dooms Biden's Fed nominee Raskin
Raskin would need at least one Republican to support her to be confirmed.
www.politico.comSam Bankman-Fried says Biden's crypto order won't move the needle, but Cameron Winklevoss calls it a watershed. Here are the 8 top reaction quotes from crypto players.
President Joe Biden finally signed a executive order on crypto. Mike Novogratz and Antony Scaramucci were among those who welcomed it — but not everyone was fully convinced.
Mexico, U.S. discuss need to stem 'unprecedented flow' of migration
Mexican and U.S. officials discussed the need to address the "unprecedented flow" of migrants in the region and its root causes, the U.S. ambassador to Mexico said Monday following a high-level meeting in Mexico City.
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Russian war, inflation pinch US economy
The U.S. economy faces mounting threats from abroad as the war in Ukraine and a COVID-19 surge in China threaten to stoke inflation and slow growth.While most economists say the U.S. is still on tr…
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Russia-Ukraine war military dispatch: Cities pounded, deaths rise
A roundup of the key battleground developments on Day 19 of Russia’s multi-pronged invasion of Ukraine.
Biden yet to see boost from voters despite favorable reviews on Ukraine
President Biden’s response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine has played well with voters, but he’s yet to see a major boost in the polls as domestic issues like inflation continue to hold him back…
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March 14, 2022 Russia-Ukraine news | CNN
Russian forces inch toward the Ukrainian capital, with intensified fighting to the northeast and east of the city. Follow here for live news updates.
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DeSantis targets Black-held congressional seats. And his own party.
The GOP governor wants a court fight aimed at provisions in the federal Voting Rights Act and Florida’s constitution, sources said, as he runs for re-election and eyes 2024.
www.nbcnews.comAs gunman targets homeless, mayors urge all to seek shelter
The mayors of New York City and Washington D.C. are appealing to the public for help in an urgent search for a gunman who has been stalking homeless men asleep on their streets, killing at least two people and wounding three others in less than two weeks.
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Iran says Israeli ‘sabotage’ on Fordow nuclear plant foiled
Since 2020, Iran has accused Israel of attacking two of its nuclear facilities and of assassinating a nuclear scientist.
2022 Money race: Biden headlines first in-person fundraiser for Democratic Party
President Biden on Monday night will attend a fundraiser for the Democratic National Committee, his first in-person fundraising event for his party since taking over in the White House
New ad slams tech giants over Russian disinformation
A new ad from a group advocating for tech reform will slam industry giants over their handling of Russian disinformation amid the war in Ukraine. The Tech Oversight Project’s 30-second TV ad w…
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Idaho lawmakers pass Texas-style abortion bill that would let potential family members sue
The House voted Monday to approve the legislation, which is modeled after a Texas law that the U.S. Supreme Court has allowed to remain in place until a court challenge is decided on its merits.
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Republican donors line up behind Liz Cheney as she takes on Trump | CNN Politics
Republican donors are opening their wallets for Wyoming Rep. Liz Cheney, but their interest is not limited to her House race. More than two full years before the 2024 election, Cheney is emerging as the anti-Trump champion, and plenty of Republicans are glad to see it.
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Banking chairman sticking with Raskin despite Manchin opposition
Senate Banking Committee Chairman Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) said Monday he is keeping Sarah Bloom Raskin, President Biden’s nominee to serve as vice chair of supervision, in his package of nominees to…
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Woman stabbed her date in Vegas hotel room as "revenge" for U.S. killing Iranian military leader, police say
The pair began having sex when she put a blindfold on the man and he "felt a pain on the side of his neck," police said.
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Abramovich jet lands in Turkey after Russian oligarch seen in Israel
A jet linked to sanctioned Russian oligarch Roman Abramovich arrived in Istanbul from Israel on Monday, shortly after he was seen in Tel Aviv's Ben Gurion airport.
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U.S. should review drugmakers' opioid settlement tax breaks -House panel
The U.S. Justice and Treasury Departments should review the tax deductions four drugmakers made related to their $26 billion opioid settlement, the U.S. House Oversight and Reform Committee said in a statement on Monday.
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Base Russia struck near Poland not used to funnel weapons: Pentagon Ukraine updates
The Kremlin has warned arms shipments are "legitimate targets."
Employee crashes set during live Russian broadcast. Now, her lawyer can't find her
Ukraine war: Editor interrupts Russian TV news show
The woman held a sign reading "no war" behind a newsreader on Russian state-controlled TV.
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Ohio Gov. DeWine signs bill allowing people to carry concealed firearms without a permit
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine on Monday signed a bill that allows people in the state to carry a concealed handgun without a permit.
Raskin nomination for Fed endangered by Manchin's opposition
His opposition could doom her confirmation prospects if Raskin can't pick up a Republican vote in the Senate.
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Stacey Abrams kicks off next phase of campaign with Atlanta rally
The Democratic candidate for Georgia governor is focused on boosting education funding, passing new voting rights protections and expanding Medicaid.
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Spain seizes Russian oligarch's yacht in Barcelona
Spain has temporarily seized a Russian oligarch's $140 million yacht in Barcelona, the country said on Monday, as two sources said the vessel belonged to the head of Russian state conglomerate Rostec, an ally of Russian President Vladimir Putin.
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Ginni Thomas, wife of Supreme Court justice Clarence Thomas, says she went to January 6 rally before Capitol assault
Thomas told the Washington Free Beacon she "played no role with those who were planning and leading the January 6 events."
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In rare mistake, prosecutors seek dismissal of charges against Capitol riot defendant
Federal prosecutors on Monday asked a judge to dismiss criminal charges against a Capitol riots defendant and release him from jail, a rare admission in a court filing that the Justice Department had violated his legal right to a speedy trial.
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Wife of Clarence Thomas says she attended Jan. 6 ‘Stop the Steal’ rally
Virginia “Ginni” Thomas, the longtime conservative activist and wife of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas, attended the pro-Trump “Stop the Steal” rally that preceded the Jan. 6 rio…
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‘We will never give up’: Kyiv mayor defiant amid Russian advance
In an interview with Al Jazeera, Vitali Klitschko says Ukrainian forces will stop Russian forces entering the capital.
Senate Republicans challenge Biden administration on Iran nuclear deal - Washington Examiner
Nearly every Republican senator signed a letter to the Biden administration voicing their opposition to the currently paused nuclear negotiations with Iran.The group of 49 Republicans, excluding only Kentucky Sen. Rand Paul, said they would not support a deal that would “provide substantial...
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With Putin's war in Europe, the legacy of Germany's Merkel is now being seen in a very different light
The former German leader was known for speaking Russian and keeping diplomatic ties with Putin.
Florida state legislature leads the charge on a number of GOP priorities | CNN Politics
Florida legislators have had a busy week, taking action on a number of GOP priorities related to America’s culture wars as the state’s legislative session draws to a near-close.
www.cnn.comPelosi pushes to show united Democrats ahead of midterms
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi teamed up with one of the emerging progressives in Congress on Monday for a town hall in New York, showing a united Democratic front months ahead of the midterm elections. Pelosi appeared with freshman Rep. Jamaal Bowman, a rising progressive in his suburban New York...
January 6 defendant says he will plead guilty to assaulting officers after prosecutors admit error
The judge agreed with the defense that Lucas Denney had been mistreated, but he delayed his arraignment until Thursday.
www.cbsnews.comDOL seeks to revamp Davis-Bacon
The proposal includes a number of changes to how the department enforces the 1931 law that mandated the “prevailing wage” be paid on applicable projects, known as Davis-Bacon.
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Russia-Ukraine talks done for the day; EU agrees to fresh sanctions
An official taking part in the talks said Ukraine wants to secure a cease-fire, the immediate withdrawal of Russian troops and security guarantees.
Fake heiress Anna Sorokin is likely to have been deported, her attorney says
The scammer who posed as a German heiress has been in ICE custody since she was released from prison last year.
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Australian court overturns ruling requiring mine approvals to weigh climate harm
An Australian court on Tuesday overturned a groundbreaking ruling from last year that required the country's environment minister to consider harm to children from climate change as part of the approval process for a coal mine.
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‘I don’t feel safe’: Guatemalans denounce anti-abortion law
Women’s rights advocates and LGBTQ community members say contentious legislation puts them at ‘high risk’.
Biden admin has 'deep concerns' about China's 'alignment' with Russia amid war against Ukraine, official says
The Biden administration has “deep concerns” about China’s alignment with Russia amid Moscow’s multi-front war against Ukraine, a senior administration official said Monday.
Proud Boys leader will stay in jail pending trial in January 6 conspiracy case, judge rules | CNN Politics
Enrique Tarrio, the leader of the Proud Boys, will remain in jail as he awaits trial, a federal judge decided on Tuesday.
www.cnn.comDaines sews up support to lead Senate GOP campaign arm in 2024
The assignment would put him in charge of unseating his own state's senior senator, Jon Tester, should the Democrat run for reelection.
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Pro-Trump former Minnesota GOP chair Jennifer Carnahan running for late husband's House seat
Jennifer Carnahan resigned her position in August amid allegations of a toxic work environment and a close associate facing criminal charges.
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Ukraine crisis: US warns China against helping Russia
US officials say Russia asked China for military support and help in evading sanctions.
www.bbc.comPolitico demands Hawley stop using Jan. 6 photo on campaign mug
Politico is demanding Sen. Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) stop using a controversial photo taken last year by a journalist at a publication it owns on his campaign merchandise. The photo, taken by E&E News photographer Francis Chung, shows Hawley walking to the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, with his fist...
Japan will act with G7 on Russia sanctions, chief cabinet secretary says
Japanese chief cabinet secretary Hirokazu Matsuno said on Tuesday that Japan will act in line with other Group of Seven nations, appropriately, on the issue of sanctions against Russia.
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Trump attempts to fix his Putin problem
First Read is your briefing from "Meet the Press" and the NBC Political Unit on the day's most important political stories and why they matter.
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State Department agrees to supply Hunter Biden emails to New York Times - Washington Examiner
A lawyer for the New York Times said Friday said the newspaper reached an agreement with the State Department to supply correspondence mentioning Hunter Biden and others tied to his business dealings. A Friday court filing announced the development, part of a Freedom of Information Act lawsuit...
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DOJ: Film crew was present at Jan. 5 meeting between leaders of Proud Boys, Oath Keepers
The details provide new evidence of the encounter between the two groups, whose leaders played a key role in the breach of the Capitol the following day.
www.politico.comVolodymyr Zelenskiy expected to urge jet transfer in address to US Congress
Leaders prepare to welcome Ukraine president before Wednesday speech amid divisions over question of planesRussia-Ukraine war – latest updates Volodymyr Zelenskiy visits wounded soldiers in Kyiv on Sunday. Photograph: Anadolu Agency/Getty Images Volodymyr Zelenskiy, the president of Ukraine...
Rogue county officials spark fear of growing 'insider' threats to elections
Colorado Democrats will announce legislation Monday that would give the secretary of state new powers while subjecting local election officials to new penalties for wrongdoing.
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Russia-Ukraine war: British Fox News journalist injured
Benjamin Hall, 39, was reportedly news gathering outside Kyiv at the time of Monday's incident.
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Democratic group alleges Donald Trump is breaking campaign finance law | CNN Politics
A Democratic super PAC alleges Donald Trump is breaking campaign finance law by raising and spending big sums to promote a likely presidential campaign in 2024 without formally declaring his candidacy.
www.cnn.comHouse Dems seek probe of USPS plan for new mail truck fleet
Democrats on the House Oversight Committee are seeking an investigation into a U.S. Postal Service plan to replace its aging mail trucks with mostly gasoline-powered vehicles. The plan largely ignores White House calls to replenish the mail-service fleet with electric vehicles and has drawn...
Durham-related emails prompt DARPA to deny involvement in attributing 2016 DNC hack to Russia - Washington Examiner
A Pentagon agency has denied any role in attributing the 2016 hack of the Democratic National Committee to Russia after an email indicated special counsel John Durham's team asked a computer expert who had researched Trump-Russia collusion claims about it. Democratic cybersecurity lawyer Michael...
www.washingtonexaminer.comThe state battle to criminalize transgender care
A national furor surrounding transgender youth played out in a Texas courtroom Friday.
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Appeals court could soon rule on challenge to Cawthorn’s candidacy over January 6 | CNN Politics
A federal appeals court is expected to decide soon whether to revive a longshot challenge against GOP Rep. Madison Cawthorn’s candidacy, which revolves around whether the Constitution’s ban on insurrectionists holding office should apply to him.
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Why are Ukraine’s cheap, slow drones so successful against Russian targets?
“It is literally a World War I aircraft, in terms of performance,” said one expert. "It is not stealthy. It is not supersonic. It’s a clay pigeon — a real easy target.”
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Analysis: Can the UAE be a safe haven for Russian oligarchs?
The UAE has toed a middle line over Ukraine, but can the Biden administration put the pressure on it to change?
Russia requested military food aid from China amid war with Ukraine: report
Russia asked China for military and food-related help as Moscow continues its invasion of Ukraine. Two sources familiar with the matter told CNN that Russia asked for prepackaged, nonperishabl…
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The war in Ukraine is boiling over into a confrontation between the countries’ powerful business associations.
www.politico.comMississippi weighs suspending state gas tax for six months
Mississippi Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann (R) announced on Monday that he and other lawmakers would work to suspend the state’s gasoline tax for six months as prices skyrocket.Mississippi’s curre…
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Biden may travel to Europe in coming weeks
The trip could include a stop in Brussels, Belgium, home of NATO headquarters.
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House Democrats call on Biden to revive stalled climate effort - Washington Examiner
A group of more than 80 House Democrats called on President Joe Biden on Monday to restart negotiations on stalled climate portions of the Build Back Better legislation. Democrats are asking Biden to take advantage of Democratic majorities in Congress to enact the bill's $555 billion in clean...
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Iran Nuclear Deal: 49 GOP senators vow to 'reverse' any agreement weakening sanctions, nuclear restrictions
49 GOP senators on Monday said they won't support the Biden administration’s new nuclear deal with Iran, vowing to “reverse” any agreement that weakens sanctions and limits on their nuclear program.
Once a powerful symbol in Russia, McDonald's withdraws
Two months after the Berlin Wall fell, another powerful symbol opened its doors in the middle of Moscow: a gleaming new McDonald’s.
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Plan to reopen US Capitol to the public for first time in 2 years under review | CNN Politics
A plan to reopen the US Capitol after being shut down to the public for two years as the result of the coronavirus pandemic is under review, a source familiar with the plans tells CNN.
www.cnn.comU.S., China to face off on Russia
National security adviser Jake Sullivan meets with his Chinese counterpart Yang Jiechi today to confront the Chinese government about what the U.S. sees as its tacit support for Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
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Biden blames Putin, COVID for record-high inflation in US
President Biden on Monday said Russian President Vladimir Putin and the COVID-19 pandemic are to blame for record-high inflation in the United States and maintained that rising prices have “nothing to do” with his administration’s policies.
Colombian centrist must push social policies to win over polarized nation in vote -analysts
Mathematician Sergio Fajardo, chosen to represent Colombia's center-left coalition at presidential elections in May, will need to present concrete policies against poverty and graft to defeat foes in a bitterly polarized nation, analysts said.
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Photos: Destruction in Ukraine as Russia’s attacks intensify
Russia’s escalating offensive leaves widespread devastation in Ukrainian cities under bombardment.
Julian Assange denied permission to appeal by UK's top court
Britain’s top court has refused WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange permission to appeal against a decision to extradite him to the U.S. to face spying charges.
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Putin and Xi: Look to Beijing for the real reason behind the Ukraine invasion
The Russia-China relationship marries China’s mercantile business model with Russian President Vladimir Putin’s mercenary military.
thehill.comIf Biden wants to go after Russian oligarchs, he should've started in South Dakota
President Joe Biden's plan to crack down on Putin's cronies could have started years ago right here in the US.
Police chiefs back Ketanji Brown Jackson for Supreme Court
The International Association of Chiefs of Police endorsed Biden's nominee as some Republicans attack her as weak on crime.
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Zelenskyy to deliver virtual address to US Congress
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy will deliver a virtual address to the U.S. Congress. Zelenskyy will speak Wednesday to members of the House and Senate.
apnews.comMarch 14, 2022 Russia-Ukraine news | CNN
Russian forces inch toward the Ukrainian capital, with intensified fighting to the northeast and east of the city. Follow here for live news updates.
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Guilty plea for Seattle man who tried to join Islamic State
A Seattle man has pleaded guilty to a terrorism-related charge after being arrested while trying to board a flight to join the Islamic State group
Russia-Ukraine war: Congress eyes MiG-29 fighter jet transfer as next White House pressure point
The Biden administration warns that giving MiG-29 fighter jets to Ukraine would be too risky, but members of Congress are still urging him to do it.
DNC funding numbers
Major donors and Biden engagement drove the DNC's best February in history, sources with knowledge of the numbers said before next week's filing deadline.
www.nbcnews.comHollywood hotels scrutinized for financing under visa program: 'Not fair', say critics
Chinese investment helped finance the Dream Hollywood, Thompson Hollywood and Tommie Hollywood hotels under the EB-5 program. Congress has questions.
Breonna Taylor’s mother meets with DOJ, demands federal charges against officers in her death | CNN Politics
Breonna Taylor’s mother, Tamika Palmer, met with officials from the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division on Monday to ask them to investigate the fatal shooting of her daughter during a botched police raid in 2020 – and ultimately to bring federal charges against the officers involved.
www.cnn.comFed's forecasts clouded by fog of war
Since the Fed’s December meeting, elevated inflation has broadened and accelerated.
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DeSantis says critics of Florida's parental rights bill 'need to get out of their bubble'
Republican Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday blasted critics of the parental rights bill in his state that Democrats have criticized as anti-LGBTQ, saying "people need to get out of their bubble" and actually talk to Floridians about how they feel about it.
How Wall Street star Cathie Wood is defying her doubters
Do you believe in Cathie Wood?
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Hearing on lawmakers’ stock trading ban postponed after chair gets COVID
The Committee on House Administration has postponed its hearing on proposals to ban congressional stock trading after its chair, Rep. Zoe Lofgren (D-Calif.), tested positive for COVID-19. …
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Police are hunting a masked gunman targeting homeless people while they sleep
Five have been shot in nine days in New York and Washington - all with the same "modus operandi".
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SNL's Pete Davidson is going to space with Blue Origin
This is the fourth human flight for Blue Origin's New Shepard Program. The first flight took founder Jeff Bezos and three others to space in July 2021.
www.cbsnews.comUS astronaut to ride Russian spacecraft home during tensions
A U.S. astronaut has made it through nearly a year in space but faces what could be his trickiest assignment yet: riding a Russian capsule back to Earth
Why potassium iodide pills are suddenly in high demand | CNN Business
As Russia’s assault in Ukraine intensifies, fear of radioactive fallout from accidental or intentional attacks on Ukraine’s nuclear plants, or from the use of a nuclear bomb, has triggered surging demand for potassium iodide pills.
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Roman Abramovich: New evidence highlights corrupt deals
BBC Panorama uncovers new evidence on the corrupt deals that helped Chelsea's owner make his fortune.
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UK’s highest court denies Assange attempt to appeal US extradition
Britain’s highest court denied Julian Assange’s request on Monday to appeal a decision to extradite him to the United States.The court said the request “didn’t raise an arguable point o…
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Prosecutors admit they violated a Capitol rioter’s rights after leaving him waiting in jail since December | CNN Politics
The Justice Department asked a judge on Monday to drop a criminal case against a Capitol rioter, admitting that prosecutors failed to schedule a hearing within the legal timeframe and asking for permission to charge the Texas man again for allegedly attacking police.
www.cnn.comFlorida legislative session ends with Sine Die celebration
Florida's legislative session wraps today with Sine Die, what is essentially a last day of school celebration for lawmakers. But instead of ripping up old homework and running through the halls, they'll be dropping hankies and sipping from solo cups to celebrate victories and mourn losses.Stay...
Ukraine: Eight arrests at oligarch's London mansion after balcony protest
Protesters wanted the property, believed to be owned by Oleg Deripaska, to house Ukrainian refugees.
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House GOP investigating US release of Russian cyber criminal
House Republicans are investigating why, in August 2021, the United States released a Russian cyber criminal early from federal custody, as U.S. officials warn of potential cyberattacks against the West amid Russia's multi-front war on Ukraine.
Adams quietly undoes de Blasio-era lobbying disclosure requirement
The two-page memo defines lobbying as “the attempt to influence certain government actions” and advises the staffers that they may be subject to this type of outreach.
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Pregnant woman, unborn baby die after Russian bombing of maternity ward
At least 1,207 people have been killed in the city of Mariupol, Ukraine.
Severe weather forecast in South, wildfires in West
Snowstorms and rain will hit the East Coast and South, while wildfires spark in the West.
US view of Putin: Angry, frustrated, likely to escalate war
Russian President Vladimir Putin appears to U.S. intelligence as angry and frustrated more than two weeks into a war he thought he would dominate in two days.
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Iran claims missile barrage near US consulate in Iraq
Iran has claimed responsibility for a missile barrage that struck near a sprawling U.S. consulate complex in the northern Iraqi city of Irbil, saying it was retaliation for an Israeli strike in Syria that killed two members of its Revolutionary Guard
Russia-Ukraine updates: US sanctions Russian military shipbuilder, diamond miner
Updates on the Russia-Ukraine crisis.
Anti-Trump Republicans lining up for 2024 shadow primary
A shadow primary has begun to take shape among no fewer than three fierce Republican critics of former President Donald Trump to determine who's best positioned to occupy the anti-Trump lane in the next presidential contest.
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US senators dismiss 'World War III' worries, say US forces would dominate Russian troops
Russia has yet to take Kyiv despite indications that Putin expected to succeed in only a few days and to take the whole of Ukraine in 15 days.
Biden’s CIA head leads the charge against Putin’s information war
As Russia began amassing troops on Ukraine’s border late last year, CIA Director William Burns was ready.A career ambassador, Burns spent two tours at the U.S. Embassy in Moscow and is one of …
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US warns Chinese on support for Russia in Ukraine war
President Joe Biden’s national security adviser has warned a top Chinese official about China’s support for Russia in the Ukrainian invasion — even as the Kremlin denies anew that it has requested Chinese military equipment.
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US, EU cyber investments in Ukraine pay off amid war
Recent U.S. and European investments in cyber defense in Ukraine are being put to the test following Russia’s invasion of the country.
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"Don't expect the Mueller report": Video to play key part in Jan. 6 hearings and report
Rather than relying on a report text, these hearings are expected to use video and multimedia elements, similar to approach used in Trump's second impeachment trial.
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Russia seized control of southern cities in Ukraine. Residents protest in a show of defiance.
“We have become braver and stronger than on the first day,” said Vanda Chernyshova. “We want to show that Kherson is Ukraine.”
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Russia’s efforts to salvage economy could have devastating impacts
Russia’s ties to the global economy are rapidly unwinding as crushing sanctions and the Kremlin’s response upend decades of post-Soviet reforms. The Kremlin announced strict …
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Journalist Brent Renaud is killed while reporting on the war in Ukraine
An advisor to Ukraine's interior ministry said Renaud was killed and another journalist was wounded in Irpin, a suburb of Kyiv.
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Cheney says GOP lawmaker who called Trump a ‘would-be tyrant’ is right
Rep. Liz Cheney (R-Wyo.) on Sunday made it known that she agreed with a fellow GOP member of Congress who called former President Trump a “would-be tyrant.”Rep. Tom Rice (R-S.C.) on Sat…
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Analysis: Only Putin can end the war – but he’s escalating its brutal toll and spillover potential | CNN Politics
One man started the brutal war in Ukraine and only one man can end it: Vladimir Putin.
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Zelenskyy says Ukraine still in daily talks with Russia; US journalist killed by Russian gunfire: March 13 recap
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says he will continue negotiating with Russia despite escalated attacks.
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In Wisconsin, a political battle over the 2020 vote still rages
Bill Whitaker reports from Wisconsin, where the 2020 vote remains center stage.
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U.S. veterans answer Ukraine's call for outside help as Russia invades
“There’s a group of Americans, all veterans, out here to help in any way we can,” said Lane Perkins, a former Navy boatswain mate.
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Iran attacks Iraq's Erbil with missiles in warning to U.S., allies
The missiles came down in areas near a new U.S. consulate building in Erbil, Kurdish officials said.
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ICRC warns Ukraine’s Mariupol faces ‘worst-case scenario’
Mariupol city council says more than 2,000 people have been killed since the city was besieged by Russian forces.
Five key developments in Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
Now into its third week, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine saw one of its deadly attacks this weekend with strikes on a military base just miles from Poland’s border. And as Ukrainian f…
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Ukraine claims it downed Russian aircraft; UN says at least 596 civilians have died in Ukraine
This is CNBC's live blog tracking Sunday's developments on the war in Ukraine. See below for the latest updates.
Not a distant war: US residents with ties to Russia and Ukraine unite against Putin
Half of Ukrainian Americans have relatives fighting in Ukraine, an exclusive USA TODAY/Suffolk Poll finds. So do 1 in 5 Russian Americans.
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Alzheimer's patient groups pressure U.S. to pay for Biogen drug
Patient groups are spending millions of dollars on television and local advertisements targeting U.S. Sunday morning political talk shows.
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GOP Sen. Portman: ‘I don’t understand’ why US not transferring jets to Ukraine
Sen. Rob Portman (R-Ohio) on Sunday questioned why the U.S. rejected Poland’s proposal to transfer MiG-29 fighter jets to a U.S. air base in Germany, saying, “I don’t understand why we’re not doing…
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US officials say Russia asked China for military support and help in evading sanctions.
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Kyiv mayor pledges fight for 'future of our country'
Vitali Klitschko said that his city is “under pressure 24 hours” a day from a “non-stop bombing attack” of Russian forces amassed on the Ukrainian capital’s outskirts.
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Jake Sullivan says ‘there will absolutely be consequences’ if China aids Russia's invasion of Ukraine
President Biden’s national security adviser Jake Sullivan wouldn't say Sunday whether he considered China President Xi Jinping a "co-conspirator" in Russian President Vladimir Putin's war on Ukraine, but he did say "there will absolutely be consequences" if China supports the war economically.
Israel faces high stakes as Russia go-between
Israel has offered to serve as a go-between with Russia and the West as the U.S. and Europe scramble to reinforce Ukraine’s resistance against Moscow’s unprecedented assault. There’s little ho…
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Pentagon's John Kirby says latest airstrike indicates Russian forces are 'broadening their target sets'
Pentagon press secretary John Kirby said Russian forces are "broadening their target sets."
Average US gas price rises 22% in two weeks to record $4.43
The average U.S. price of regular-grade gasoline shot up a whopping 79 cents over the past two weeks to $4.43 per gallon.
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Russia counts on sanctions help from China as US warns Beijing
Russia says sanctions have prevented access to $300bn of Moscow’s $640bn gold, foreign exchange reserves.
Russia seeks out military support from China in Ukraine crisis - Washington Examiner
Russia asked China for military support in its invasion of Ukraine, U.S. officials alleged Sunday. Moscow requested weaponry and additional economic support from Beijing, the New York Times reported Sunday, though U.S. authorities declined to reveal what type of assistance the Kremlin was...
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David Paleologos: Anger at Russian Americans misdirected since most also scorn Putin over Ukraine war
The Suffolk University/USA TODAY poll found Russians in the US widely applaud Zelenskyy’s job performance, rating him at 72% approve, 15% disapprove.
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Ukraine to insist in talks with Russia on presidents' meeting - Zelenskiy
Ukrainian officials negotiating with their Russian counterparts are to ensure direct talks between the countries' leaders that could lead to bringing peace, Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said late on Sunday.
www.reuters.comWhy Florida is ground zero for America’s ‘culture war’
Led by DeSantis, GOP politicians in the Sunshine State have stood proud as they’ve defended the policies like the “Don’t Say Gay” bill.
Explainer: Is it legal for foreigners to fight for Ukraine?
As thousands of would-be fighters from outside the country volunteer to help Ukraine defend itself against Russia's invasion, some may also face legal consequences in their home countries.
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Zelenksy says Russian missiles will strike NATO without no-fly zone over Ukraine - Washington Examiner
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned Russia is on the verge of attacking NATO territory after a deadly Russian missile strike on a Ukrainian training center roughly 10 miles from the border with Poland, a NATO member.In a video address posted shortly after midnight Monday, Zelensky made...
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Critics Choice Awards ceremony recognizes Ukrainian bravery, suffering
Sunday’s Critics Choice Awards ceremony featured several nods to the deadly Russian invasion of Ukraine, including a speech from Oscar-nominated actress Maria Bakalova recognizing the pe…
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Russia-Ukraine war military dispatch: Air strikes hit army base
Russian air strikes hit at a Ukrainian military base near Poland, in the most western attack yet in Russia’s invasion.
Ukraine war becomes a cudgel in Republican Party's internal conflict
Candidates vying to run in midterm elections are attacking each other for past comments praising Vladimir Putin.
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Ohio GOP Senate race exemplifies depth of our nation’s political rupture: Brent Larkin
Most normal Republicans, meaning the ones who haven’t joined the party’s rapidly growing extremist wing, want us to believe Jane Timken’s the best of a bad bunch. But Timken desperately needs an endorsement from Donald Trump, which may explain why she’s larding up her campaign payroll with...
U.S. says supports Iraq, other Middle East partners after Iran attack
The United States condemned on Sunday an Iranian attack on Iraq's northern city of Erbil and backs Baghdad and governments across the region in the face of threats from Tehran, U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan said.
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American journalist killed in Ukraine remembered as ‘gifted and kind’
The journalism and media communities mourned the death of American documentarian Brent Renaud on Sunday after he was killed in the fighting in Ukraine.On Sunday, Kyiv authorities shared o…
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US, Ukrainian officials brace for possible Russian chemical attack
Top U.S. and Ukrainian officials are bracing for Russia’s potential use of chemical weapons in the ongoing conflict between Moscow and Kyiv, although the Pentagon on Sunday said the U.S.…
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Russian navy establishes blockade of Ukraine’s Black Sea coast - Washington Examiner
Russian naval forces have established a "distant blockade" of Ukraine's Black Sea coast, the British Ministry of Defense said on Sunday, warning that Russian warships are continuing attacks from the sea and possibly plotting landings from it.The blockade has left Ukraine "effectively isolated"...
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More than 750 anti-war protesters arrested across Russia
Independent monitoring group OVD-Info says 756 people arrested across 37 cities, with about half of arrests in Moscow.
Moscow targets base near Polish border, steps up onslaught
Attack came after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy accused the Kremlin of trying to create new "pseudo-republics."
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At least 35 killed by Russian airstrike on base near Polish border, Ukrainian officials say
An airstrike near Ukraine's border with Poland killed 35 and injured 134 others, Ukrainian officials said, noting that the shelling was close to a NATO country.
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Musk says Tesla, SpaceX face 'significant' inflationary pressure
Tesla Inc Chief Executive Officer Elon Musk said the U.S. electric carmaker and his rocket company SpaceX are facing significant inflationary pressure in raw materials and logistics.
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Andrew Cuomo resigned amid a wave of scandals. But don’t count him out
Can the New York governor accused of sexual harassment as well as a Covid cover-up succeed in his comeback campaign?
Two killed in Russian strikes on Kyiv, aircraft factory ablaze - city officials
At least one person was killed when a Russian shell smashed into an apartment block in Kyiv on Monday and a second person was killed by falling debris after a missile strike on another part of the Ukrainian capital, city authorities said.
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U.S. gasoline prices edge lower after hitting record high last week
U.S. gasoline prices at the pump edged lower over the weekend after reaching all-time highs last week following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
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Jake Sullivan warns of ‘consequences’ if China helps Russia evade sanctions - Washington Examiner
A top U.S. official warned the Chinese government there would be “consequences” if Beijing helps the Kremlin evade sanctions and said he believes China had at least some insight into Russia’s invasion of Ukraine before its launch. Jake Sullivan, the national security adviser for President Joe...
www.washingtonexaminer.comPOLITICO Playbook: As Russia gets bogged down, negotiations heat up
And Florida emerges as ground zero for America’s culture war.
www.politico.comMarch 14, 2022 Russia-Ukraine news | CNN
Russian forces inch toward the Ukrainian capital, with intensified fighting to the northeast and east of the city. Follow here for live news updates.
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Poland rebuilds abandoned rail tracks to Ukraine to help refugees fleeing the war
In a remote province in the southeast tip of Poland, surrounded by snow and bare trees, 11 burly men in orange suits are hard at work rebuilding rail tracks first put down in the 19th century.
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Barr says dealing with Trump, advisers like ‘wrestling an alligator’
Former U.S. Attorney General William Barr said on Sunday that dealing with former President Trump was like “wrestling an alligator.”Appearing on NBC’s “Meet the Press&#…
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‘His act is wearing thin’: North Carolina Republicans gripe about Madison Cawthorn - Washington Examiner
Rep. Madison Cawthorn is stumbling at home and abroad as his bid to play Republican kingmaker falls flat with voters and alienates colleagues.The 26-year-old, first-term North Carolina Republican saw both candidates he endorsed in Texas’s March 1 GOP congressional primaries lose — even failing...
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Graham rips Biden 'slow-walking' jets for Ukraine, supports no-fly zone if Russia uses chemical weapons
Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., said he supports declaring a no-fly zone over Ukraine if Russia starts using chemical weapons, calling Russian President Vladimir Putin's threats to escalate to a nuclear conflict a "bluff"
U.S. warns China not to help Russia as anti-war protest disrupts state TV
The United States warned China after "intense" talks on Monday against helping Moscow in its invasion of Ukraine, while an anti-war protester interrupted Russian state TV news in an extraordinary act of dissent.
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Oil concerns give Iran the upper hand in nuclear talks: Lawmakers
A full return of Iranian oil would have an effect, but does it give Tehran a major advantage in nuclear negotiations?
First on CNN: Satellite image shows damage to Snake Island | CNN
The first clear satellite image has emerged of Snake Island, where Ukrainian defenders famously responded to the threat of Russian invasion with the words: “Russian warship, go f*** yourself.”
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Power & Politics: A discussion with Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand speaks with News 12's Kurt Semder about a number of key issues facing the country, including the Russian invasion of Ukraine, gas prices, gun violence and voting rights legislation.
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China faces consequences if it helps Russia evade sanctions, U.S. says
U.S. National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan warned Beijing that it would "absolutely" face consequences if it helped Moscow evade sanctions over the war in Ukraine.
www.reuters.comRussian prosecutors warn Western firms of arrests, asset seizures
Russian prosecutors warned Western companies that criticism of Moscow’s war on Ukraine could lead to arrests of corporate leaders or seizure of assets in the country. Companies…
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Europe's arms imports jump amid tensions with Russia, says think-tank SIPRI
Arms shipments to Europe jumped amid deteriorating relations with Russia in the five years through 2021, even as the global arms trade slowed, the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) think-tank said on Monday.
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Americans filling up gas tanks in Mexico - Washington Examiner
It’s not just prescription drugs that Americans buy cheaper in Mexico.Now, hordes of motorists in border states are headed south to fill up their tanks amid a price spike that former President Donald Trump called “unlimited.” Today’s national AAA average gas price is $4.33 a gallon, with prices...
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US fear Brittney Griner could be a political prisoner
WNBA star Brittney Griner is still unable to leave Russia, having been arrested on February 17 when customs agents found cannabis oil in her luggage as she arrived from the United
www.marca.com‘He's lashing out’: U.S. sees ‘broadening’ of Putin strategy in Western Ukraine strike
National security adviser Jake Sullivan says strike near NATO territory “does not come as a surprise to the American intelligence and national security communities.”
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Barr calls progressives 'dangerous,' indicates he could support Trump in presidential rematch
“Well, I think there are a lot of American people right now that might prefer having him back in office than Biden," he said.
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Russia-Ukraine war: What happened today (March 13)
A roundup of key developments and the latest in-depth coverage of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
www.npr.orgZelensky awards medals to wounded soldiers during hospital visit
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky awarded wounded soldiers for their service on Sunday while visiting a military hospital.”President Volodymyr Zelenskyy paid a visit to th…
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The Atlantic mocked for warning nuclear war would hurt climate - Washington Examiner
If nuclear war breaks out and tens of millions die, the Atlantic has figured out who the real victim would be: the climate.The far-left magazine owned by Apple founder Steve Jobs's billionaire widow Laurene Powell Jobs is drawing relentless online mockery for a 1,200-word essay by Robinson Meyer...
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Greece, Turkey leaders seek common ground over Ukraine war
Turkey says the two sides agreed to keep communication channels open despite disagreements.
Pelosi claims government spending is ‘reducing the national debt,’ not causing inflation
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., argued Friday that increased government spending is "doing the exact reverse" of contributing to inflation.
Sullivan denounces Russia for "shocking and horrifying" killing of U.S. journalist in Ukraine
The New York Times said the filmmaker, Brent Renaud, worked for the outlet in the past but was not on assignment for them in Ukraine.
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Israeli foreign minister condemns Russia
Yair Lapid’s criticism is among the strongest that has come from Israeli officials.
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GOP balances condemnation of Putin, allegiance to Trump
The war in Ukraine has created a rare break between Trump and many Republican elites — yet there remain hard limits to how far they will go in crossing him.
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Democrats anxious about 2022 believe they can run on Biden's agenda
But party officials also think Republicans may be vulnerable on foreign policy, expanding their message ahead of expectedly tough midterm elections.
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Iran says it fired missiles near US consulate in Iraq
Iran on Sunday claimed responsibility for several missile strikes near the U.S. consulate complex in the northern Iraqi city of Irbil, saying that the attack was retaliation for an Israeli str…
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Ukraine war: 'Sky turned red' as missiles hit Lviv military base
"It doesn't matter where you live" - fear after a deadly attack on military base close to Polish border.
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Australian government under pressure to cut fuel excise as election nears
The Australian government is under pressure to cut fuel excise as petrol prices hit an eight-year high and Prime Minister Scott Morrison trails in the polls just weeks before a general election.
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Attacks on homeless people in New York, Washington may be linked
Police in both cities believe the same person is responsible for a series of five attacks in which two men have died.
www.nbcnews.comBiden’s presidency has never been so hectic. Here’s why he’s at ease.
As he pushes a Supreme Court nominee and manages a foreign policy crisis, the president's service on the Foreign Relations and Judiciary Committees is coming in handy.
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To sanction Russian oligarchs, the first step is finding their money
Analysis shows that about 60 percent of Russian household wealth — $1 trillion — is parked outside the country.
www.nbcnews.comMarch 14, 2022 Russia-Ukraine news | CNN
Russian forces inch toward the Ukrainian capital, with intensified fighting to the northeast and east of the city. Follow here for live news updates.
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Ukrainian foreign minister urges West to send more fighter jets to defend against Russia
The Pentagon on Tuesday rejected a proposal from Poland to give the U.S. its fighter jets to then be passed on to Ukraine.
www.cbsnews.comIran slams Saudis for executions, calls off talks
Iran condemned Saudi Arabia’s mass execution of convicted criminals on Saturday and ended talks aimed at easing tensions between the rivals, according to a website connected to Iran̵…
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How Noem's struggles at home may enhance White House chances
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem’s election-year fight with fellow Republicans in the Legislature has spurred criticism she is neglecting her job to angle for the White House.
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Brent Renaud: US journalist and filmmaker killed in Ukraine
It is the first reported death of a foreign journalist covering the war in Ukraine.
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China's cyberspace regulator drafts new rules to protect minors
Companies engaged in online gaming, livestreaming, audio and video in China should set up a "youth mode" to protect minors, according to draft regulations issued on Monday by the Cyberspace Administration of China.
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India unsure of Russian arms to meet China, Pakistan threats
India is bracing for a disruption in Russian arms supplies following Moscow’s invasion of Ukraine, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s tightrope walk between Moscow and Washington could become more difficult due to a border standoff with China.
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Opinion | Assassinating Putin Won’t Work. It Never Has for America.
Amid calls to target Putin, it’s worth recalling why the U.S. has stopped trying to kill foreign heads of state.
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Ukraine war: 'No cap' on refugees under new UK visa scheme
It is hoped tens of thousands of displaced people will benefit from the plan, the government says.
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Jussie Smollett's brother claims the actor is in a 'psych ward' in jail
Jocqui Smollett said his brother is not at risk of harming himself and should not be on a psychiatric hold.
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Russian airstrike hits base in western Ukraine near Polish border, killing 35
More than 30 Russian cruise missiles targeted the sprawling training facility that is less than 15 miles from the closest border point with Poland.
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Russia has requested military and economic assistance from China, US officials say | CNN Politics
Russia has asked China for military support, including drones, as well as economic assistance for its unprovoked invasion of Ukraine, according to conversations CNN had with two US officials.
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Census: Black population grows in suburbs, shrinks in cities
For decades, Black residents have been leaving some of the nation's largest cities while suburbs have seen Black population growth.
apnews.comChina's cyberspace regulator drafts new rules to protect minors
Companies engaged in online gaming, livestreaming, audio and video in China should set up a "youth mode" to protect minors, according to draft regulations issued on Monday by the Cyberspace Administration of China.
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Snapshots of 4 men charged in Whitmer kidnapping plot
Jurors have unflattering snapshots so far of four men charged with plotting to strike back against government by kidnapping Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
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An ‘excruciating year’: Climate activists reset with Biden’s agenda on life support | CNN Politics
The story of Washington’s failure over the past year to move major climate legislation with Democrats in full control of government is one fraught with slim congressional majorities, rising economic inflation and the breakout of war in Europe. Underlying it all is what climate activists see as...
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Russia ‘broadening’ target set after airstrike on western Ukrainian airbase near Poland border: Pentagon
Pentagon Press Secretary John Kirby on Sunday addressed concerns over Russia launching attacks in western Ukraine near its border with NATO ally Poland.
Analysis: Japan’s tough talk on Russia is really about China | CNN
Japan has backed its condemnation of war in Ukraine with sanctions on Russian officials and oligarchs, but experts say they’re not the only audience for Tokyo’s outrage – China is meant to get the message, too.
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Louisiana, Arkansas, Oklahoma join hydrogen hub chase
BATON ROUGE, La. (AP) — Louisiana, Oklahoma and Arkansas are banding together in hopes of becoming one of four “hydrogen hubs” supported by $8 billion in last year’s federal infrastructure bill, their governors announced Thursday. All three states have a long history of producing and...
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How to spot false posts from Ukraine
Ways to slow the spread of bad information and false posts from the war.
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Heckler makes tennis star Naomi Osaka cry during Indian Wells Masters
"I feel like I’ve cried enough on camera," Osaka told the crowd who had gathered to watch the tournament.
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War censorship exposes Putin's leaky internet controls
Russia's increasingly strict online censorship measures have paradoxically exposed major shortcomings in the Kremlin's efforts to make the Russian internet a powerful tool of surveillance and social control akin to China's so-called Great Firewall
U.S. condemns Russian attack on Ukrainian base near Polish border
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken on Sunday condemned a Russian attack on a large Ukrainian base near the border with NATO member Poland, which killed 35 people and wounded 134, according to a local official.
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Acclaimed filmmaker Brent Renaud shot, killed in Ukraine
American journalist Brent Renaud has been killed in Ukraine while gathering material for a report about refugees.
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Hailey Bieber on the mend after 'mini-stroke.' These are the symptoms to watch for
Hailey Bieber opened up to her fans on social media about her health scare.
Bus full of Ukrainian refugees overturns in Italy; 1 dead
A bus carrying about 50 refugees from Ukraine has overturned on a major highway in northern Italy, killing one passenger and injuring five others injured, none of them seriously
Earthquakes shake Indonesia, Philippines; no tsunami threat
Strong, shallow underwater earthquakes have shaken western Indonesia and the Philippine capital region
Zhytomyr: Aerial attacks hit city that is corridor to Kyiv
Zhytomyr, in north-west Ukraine, is facing intense daily attacks. Why is it being bombed so heavily?
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Taiwan grounds Mirage fighters after jet crashes into sea
Taiwan's air force grounded its fleet of Mirage 2000 fighter jets on Monday after one crashed into the sea, the second combat aircraft loss in the space of three months though this time the pilot was rescued.
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Tom Brady is returning to Tampa to play 23rd season in NFL
Tom Brady’s retirement lasted 40 days
Armorer on 'Rust' set accuses Alec Baldwin, others of failing to follow safety procedures
The actor filed a motion to avoid financial responsibility in the shooting.
At cartel extermination site; Mexico nears 100k missing
For the investigators, the human foot -- burned, but with some fabric still attached -- was the tipoff: Until recently, this squat, ruined house was a place where bodies were ripped apart and incinerated, where the remains of some of Mexico’s missing were obliterated.
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‘The door is open’: California’s Gavin Newson woos Disney jobs amid controversy over LGBTQ bill
Could the so-called 'don't say gay' bill cost Florida the Lake Nona campus?
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British businessman victim of execution-style hit in Mexican tourist zone
A British businessman living in Mexico was killed in front of his teenage daughter by gunmen who opened fire on his car near the popular tourist destination Playa del Carmen, according to a state government source and local media.
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William Hurt, star of 'Broadcast News,' 'Body Heat,' dies
William Hurt, the Oscar-winning actor of “Broadcast News,” “Body Heat” and “The Big Chill,” has died. He was 71.
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Return of the Microbus? Volkswagen unveils electric 'hippie bus'
Volkswagen pulled the wraps off its new ID Buzz, electric Microbus.
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Factbox: North Korea may be testing its 'monster' new ICBM
North Korea has begun testing its largest intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) system yet, U.S. and South Korean officials say, and may soon conduct a full ICBM launch for the first time since 2017.
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Transcript: Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba on "Face the Nation," March 13, 2022
The following is a transcript of an interview with Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba that aired Sunday, March 13, 2022, on "Face the Nation."
www.cbsnews.comTranscript: Jake Sullivan on "Face the Nation," March 13, 2022
The following is a transcript of an interview with White House national security adviser Jake Sullivan that aired Sunday, March 13, 2022, on "Face the Nation."
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Full transcript: Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla on "Face the Nation," March 13, 2022
The following is a full transcript of an interview with Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla that aired Sunday, March 13, 2022, on "Face the Nation."
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Transcript: IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva on "Face the Nation," March 13, 2022
The following is a transcript of an interview with Kristalina Georgieva, managing director of the International Monetary Fund, that aired Sunday, March 13, 2022, on "Face the Nation."
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Transcript: Mohamed El-Erian on "Face the Nation," March 13, 2022
The following is a transcript of an interview with Mohamed El-Erian, chief economic adviser to Allianz, that aired Sunday, March 13, 2022, on "Face the Nation."
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Full transcript of "Face the Nation" on March 13, 2022
On this "Face the Nation" broadcast, national security adviser Jake Sullivan and Ukrainian Foreign Minister Dmytro Kuleba join Margaret Brennan.
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China orders 51 million into lockdown as COVID surges
China is placing more than 51 million people into lockdown as a new COVID wave hits three provinces.
Covid cases rise in Europe as omicron subvariant spreads. Will the U.S. be next?
Nearly half of European countries have recorded increases in new Covid cases over the last week. The U.S. could follow suit, but cases are still declining for now.
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China battles multiple outbreaks, driven by stealth omicron
The “stealth omicron” variant is fueling China's biggest COVID-19 outbreak in two years, with 1,337 local cases tallied across the mainland.
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White House warns of ‘severe consequences’ if Congress doesn’t pass supplemental Covid funding | CNN Politics
White House Covid-19 response coordinator Jeff Zients on Monday renewed the Biden administration’s urgent call for Congress to pass pandemic supplemental funding or face “severe consequences.”
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White House: Omicron BA.2 COVID variant has circulated in U.S. for some time
The White House said on Monday that the Omicron BA.2 sub-variant of COVID-19 had been circulating in the United States for some time, with roughly 35,000 cases at the moment, and more money was needed to help fight it.
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Rand Paul introduces amendment to eliminate Fauci's position as NIAID director
Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., on Monday introduced an amendment that would effectively "fire" Dr. Anthony Fauci from his position as the Director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID).
Multiple House Democrats test positive for COVID after retreat
At least four House Democrats who attended their caucus's annual retreat last week have since tested positive for COVID-19.Why it matters: The development comes as Congress, like the country, is softening its posture towards the virus amid a steep decline in cases, with the Capitol physician...
Exclusive: U.S. seeks to expand Trump-era COVID data collection under CDC
The Biden administration wants to expand a federal COVID-19 tracking system created during the pandemic to provide a more detailed view of how respiratory and other infectious diseases are affecting patients and hospital resources, according to a draft of proposed rules reviewed by Reuters.
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Lasting depression and anxiety can follow severe case of Covid, study finds
A large new study finds that mental health problems can be long-lasting, especially among patients who were bedridden for seven days or more.
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All UK travel rules to end on Friday, says government
The transport secretary has confirmed that all remaining travel measures for UK arrivals will be scrapped.
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Los Angeles Unified School District says it's keeping mask mandate
The county's teachers' unions have been in strong support of mask mandates.
Obama tests positive for COVID-19, says he's 'feeling fine'
Former President Barack Obama says he tested positive for the coronavirus. But he’s feeling relatively healthy and his wife, Michelle, tested negative.
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For kids with COVID-19, everyday life can be a struggle
More than 12.7 million children in the U.S. alone have tested positive for the coronavirus since the pandemic began.
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COVID-19 delays trial in plot to abduct Mich. Gov. Whitmer
The trial for four men accused of plotting to kidnap Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer that was scheduled to resume Monday has been postponed at least until Thursday because an essential participant tested positive for COVID-19
China shuts business center of Shenzhen to fight virus surge
China has responded to a spike in coronavirus infections by shutting down its southern business center of Shenzhen, a city of 17.5 million people
China locks down business center of Shenzhen amid Covid surge
All 17.5 million residents will undergo three rounds of virus testing after 60 new cases were reported, as officials enforce a “zero tolerance” strategy.
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Kevin Durant rips NYC mayor over ‘ridiculous’ vaccine mandate
Brooklyn Nets star Kevin Durant calls New York City’s vaccine mandate “ridiculous” and accused Mayor Eric Adams of craving attention as his teammate Kyrie Irving remains unable to play home ga…
thehill.comPfizer CEO says another Covid booster will be needed
Albert Bourla's comments continue a roller-coaster pattern of differing communication from the pharmaceutical company and the government as the pandemic enters its third year.
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Hong Kong rules out tightening COVID curbs for now as death toll soars
Hong Kong leader Carrie Lam said on Monday there were no plans to tighten strict social distancing measures as the Chinese-ruled territory battles to contain a coronavirus surge that has submerged its health system amid soaring deaths.
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Some people aren't ready to stop masking, but it can be tough to go against the grain
Not everyone feels safe shedding COVID precautions. But it can be awkward being the only masked person in a room. Here's how to cope with the uncertainty of risk right now — and the peer pressure.
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Analysis: It’s been 2 years since Covid changed our lives completely | CNN Politics
On this day two years ago, the US declared a national emergency over an alarming new virus that had infected about 1,000 people across the country.
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Political tone in NYC takes a marked turn two years into the COVID-19 pandemic
In New York City politics, three months can make a world of difference. In a little less than that span, we’ve gone from seeing a focus on getting New Yorkers vaccinated for COVID-19 to one w…
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Two of China’s biggest cities impose strict COVID measures as cases accelerate
Two of mainland China’s biggest cities, Shenzhen and Shanghai, have imposed strict COVID-19 measures amid a recent spike in virus cases, The New York Times reported. In an announcement on Sund…
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Here’s what could lie ahead for the US in the third year of the pandemic | CNN
Things seem to be looking up as the US crosses into year three of the Covid-19 pandemic. Vaccines still do a good job of keeping people alive and out of the hospital. There’s increasing access to tests and treatments. The numbers of cases, hospitalizations and deaths are heading in the right...
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'I took 1,000 steps back': A 26-year-old struggles after her life-threatening Covid case
Tionna Hairston, 26, survived cardiac arrest, strokes and brain damage, defying doctors’ expectations. She proved them wrong once — and hopes to do so again.
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