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MOSCOW (AP) — The East-West faceoff over Ukraine escalated dramatically Tuesday, with Russian lawmakers authorizing President Vladimir Putin to use military force outside his country and U.S. President Joe Biden and European leaders responding by slapping sanctions on Russian oligarchs and banks.
EXPLAINER: A look at toughest US sanctions facing Russia
The Biden administration has launched the first of what could be an ever-tougher series of sanctions targeting President Vladimir Putin, Russia's overall economy and its military and civilian elites over its moves against Ukraine.
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Blinken says meeting with Lavrov is off after Russia moves on Ukraine | CNN Politics
US Secretary of State Antony Blinken canceled a planned meeting with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Geneva this week, he announced Tuesday, in the latest sign that diplomatic avenues with Russia over Ukraine are quickly closing.
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Biden's full plate: Ukraine, inflation, low public approval
President Joe Biden finds himself in a split-screen presidency as Russia starts to invade Ukraine. He's juggling a geopolitical crisis on Tuesday, but his other scheduled appearance was to discuss supply chains for minerals used in electronics.
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EXPLAINER: Deciding when to use 'invasion' label in Ukraine
When Russian President Vladimir Putin authorized troops to cross Ukraine’s border into regions already controlled by Russian-backed separatists, the White House initially stopped short of calling it an invasion.
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Supreme Court rejects Trump's bid to shield January 6 records, bringing end to legal battle
The Supreme Court already rejected Trump's emergency request to block the release of his records to the January 6 select committee.
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Trump's Mar-a-Lago 'Magapalooza': Boost allies, settle scores
GOP candidates for Congress, many recruited to challenge incumbents who have incurred Trump's wrath, will flock to Palm Beach on Wednesday for a fundraiser and forum.
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February 22, 2022 Ukraine-Russia crisis news | CNN
Tensions between Moscow and Kyiv are at their highest in years, with Russian President Vladimir Putin signing decrees recognizing two separatist pro-Moscow regions in Ukraine as independent, a provocative move as fears of an invasion mount. Follow here for the latest news updates.
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Trump says China 'absolutely' going after Taiwan after Russia-Ukraine 'disaster'
Former President Trump said Tuesday on "The Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Show" that "China’s going to be next" to move aggressively on the world stage after the Russia-Ukraine "disaster."
Five takeaways while the Ukraine crisis intensifies
The Russia-Ukraine crisis deepened on Tuesday, a day after Russian President Vladimir Putin declared two separatist regions of eastern Ukraine to be independent states. The gravity of the situ…
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Supreme Court officially ends Trump’s recent legal fight to block document turnover to January 6 probe | CNN Politics
The Supreme Court said on Tuesday that it will not take up former President Donald Trump’s case challenging the disclosure of his White House documents to the House January 6 investigation, a formal conclusion to his unsuccessful bid to keep those records secret.
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John Durham sent a message to the attorney general and the country
Thanks to a routine court filing, the nation now knows the Durham investigation is no joke.
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Biden interviews trio of candidates for Supreme Court
President Joe Biden has interviewed at least three candidates for the Supreme Court. That's according to a person familiar with the matter who spoke on condition on anonymity.
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NATO says Russia planning 'full scale attack' on Kyiv, warns 'real risk' of full-blown war in Europe
NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg said Tuesday that there is every indication that Russia is planning a "full-scale attack" on Ukraine and urged Moscow to reverse course immediately.
Kyiv braces for conflict, West sanctions Russia after Putin orders troops into eastern Ukraine
Washington and its allies moved to sanction Russia in response to Moscow's actions, and Secretary of State Antony Blinken canceled a planned meeting with his Russian counterpart.
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White House declares Russian invasion in Ukraine
The White House is now calling Russian action in Ukraine an "invasion," saying the "swift and severe" sanctions promised by the U.S. are on the way, Fox News has learned.
What to know about new U.S. sanctions targeting Russia for attacking Ukraine
The penalties announced by the president are the "first tranche of sanctions" on Russia for its latest actions against Ukraine.
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Psaki confirms Biden-Putin meeting off the table
Any plans for a meeting between President Biden and Russian President Vladimir Putin are off the table for the time being, White House press secretary Jen Psaki told reporters on Tuesday. Psa…
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Marine veteran, an ex-cop, pleads guilty in Jan. 6 case
Marine Corps veteran Nicholes Lentz was previously a police officer in North Miami Beach, Florida.
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GOP leaders pick Iowa governor for State of Union response
Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds will deliver the Republican response to President Joe Biden’s State of the Union address on March 1.
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Biden halts oil, gas leases amid legal fight on climate cost
The Biden administration is delaying decisions on new federal oil and gas drilling and other energy-related actions.
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E. Jean Carroll no longer seeks Trump’s deposition in defamation lawsuit | CNN Politics
Lawyers for E. Jean Carroll are no longer seeking to depose former President Donald Trump in their defamation lawsuit, saying doing so would cause too much delay.
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Michael Bloomberg warns Democrats 'headed for a wipeout' in midterms
Citing the recent recall of three school board members in "America’s most liberal city," San Francisco, former New York City mayor and 2020 Democratic presidential candidate Michael Bloomberg argued Tuesday that his party is in need of an "immediate course correction" that prioritizes quality...
Trump praises Putin's 'genius' as GOP fissures grow on Ukraine crisis
Republican leaders, political candidates and prominent conservatives are all over the place as the Russian leader sends in troops.
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Analysis: It's time to admit it: Mitt Romney was right about Russia
A decade ago, Mitt Romney went on CNN and made a statement that was widely perceived as a major mistake.
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US, Europe prepare for possible refugee wave out of Ukraine as Russia moves in
U.S. and European officials are preparing for a possible refugee wave out of Ukraine should Russia move forward with a full invasion of the Eastern European country.
Trump on Putin plan to recognize breakaway Ukraine regions: ‘This is genius’
Former President Trump on Tuesday called Russia’s recognition of two breakaway territories in eastern Ukraine a “genius” move ahead of its military invasion.In an interview o…
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Putin's Ukraine move raises new questions for Biden's presidency
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.
www.nbcnews.comSupreme Court rejects Trump effort to shield White House documents from Jan. 6 committee
The Supreme Court turned down former President Donald Trump's request to hear his challenge of a lower court decision ordering him to turn over documents to the House committee investigating the Jan. 6, 2021 capitol riot.
Texas House race highlights Democratic divide on party’s policy agenda
Democrats have struggled to advance some major priorities, forcing a debate over whether to push for bold policies or settle for piecemeal progress.
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Poland says heavy sanctions should be inflicted on Russia
Polish leaders have welcomed Germany’s suspension of the Nord Stream 2 pipeline but argued that even more punitive measures should be imposed on Russia for its actions against Ukraine
Sen. Graham calls on Biden to 'push back against Putin'
Lawmakers on Capitol Hill are calling on President Biden to immediately impose strong sanctions against Russia after troops had been ordered into separatist regions of eastern Ukraine. Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., offered his support to any action the president would take to "push back against...
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Nearly half of the 140,000 who went on strike in 2021 work in health care
In strikes during the pandemic, most were fighting for better pay.
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Analysis: How presidential interviews can make or break a Supreme Court nomination
He has read their cases. He knows their records. And now President Joe Biden has begun the last stage for selection of a new Supreme Court justice: the interview.
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Russia-Ukraine crisis: Nikki Haley says Biden ‘failing’ in ‘major leadership moment’
Former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley on Wednesday accused President Biden of "failing" in his response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine – saying the president is failing to deliver in a "major leadership moment."
Russian invasion of Ukraine, US sanctions roil markets
The Russian invasion of eastern Ukraine shook financial markets Tuesday as President Biden and Western allies announced severe penalties on Russia’s economy and key oligarchs. Stocks fell and …
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Biden pledges to use 'every tool at our disposal' to limit gas price hikes after imposing new sanctions on Russia
President Joe Biden on Tuesday pledged that his administration is using "every tool at our disposal" to limit the effect on gas prices in the US of sanctions he announced against Russia, acknowledging that Americans will likely see rising prices at the pump in the coming months.
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Ukrainians expect "losses" as U.S. and Europe ready sanctions over Putin's "act of war"
"The Kremlin has taken another step towards the revival of the Soviet Union," Ukraine's defense chief says, predicting "difficult challenges ahead."
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Biden announces new sanctions against Russia, says Ukraine is seeing 'beginning of a Russian invasion'
The sanctions target large financial institutions, five Russian elites and Moscow’s sovereign debt but do not go after Putin directly.
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American consumers lost more than $5.8B to fraud in 2021
The Federal Trade Commission received fraud reports from more than 2.8 million consumers in 2021, with the most commonly reported category being imposter scams, followed by online shopping scams.
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Stefanik asks Twitter to report Biden for ‘disinformation’ in previous Putin tweet
Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-N.Y., asked Twitter to label a previous President Biden tweet about his toughness on Russian President Vladimir Putin as "disinformation" amid the escalating Russia-Ukraine crisis.
Supreme Court rejects Epstein sex abuse accuser's lawsuit
The Supreme Court is leaving in place a decision throwing out a lawsuit filed by a woman who accused billionaire financier Jeffrey Epstein of sexually abusing her when she was a child.
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Biden nears Supreme Court pick after interviews with short-list candidates
Officials say he remains on track to name a nominee by the end of the month.
Supreme Court takes up case of web designer who won't work with same-sex couples
The Supreme Court on Tuesday agreed to take up the case of a graphic designer in Colorado who creates websites to celebrate weddings but does not want to work with same-sex couples out of religious objections.
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Ohio doctor accused of killing 14 patients rejects last-minute plea deal as trial starts
Dr. William Husel is accused of ordering excessive painkillers for patients in the Columbus-area Mount Carmel Health System.
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DHS warns of urgent cyberattack threat as Russia tensions escalate
DHS warns of urgent cyberattack threat as Russia tensions escalate
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Germany’s Nord Stream move adds to Europe’s fuel price crunch
Germany’s decision to halt a major gas pipeline from Russia is throwing an additional wrench into Europe’s existing energy crunch.The project, which is known as Nord Stream 2 and would ship n…
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3 white men who murdered Ahmaud Arbery found guilty of hate crimes
The jury in the federal trial found father and son Greg and Travis McMichael and their neighbor William “Roddie” Bryan guilty of all charges Tuesday.
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Adam Johnson, Capitol rioter photographed with Pelosi's podium, should get 90 days in prison, prosecutors say
A photo of Johnson carrying the podium went viral, and in texts following the insurrection he told people he "broke the internet" and was "finally famous," according to prosecutors.
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GOP House leaders say Biden’s policies enabled Russia’s invasion of Ukraine
Republican House leaders on Tuesday took President Biden to task over Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, arguing that the president’s failed policies have emboldened Vladimir Putin to take more aggressive actions.
US women's national team reach agreement with US soccer over equal pay
United States forward Alex Morgan says an agreement with governing body US Soccer over equal pay is a "monumental step forward".
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These crypto enthusiasts are trying to raise $4 billion to buy the Denver Broncos
The group is using a decentralized autonomous organization, or DAO, to raise money.
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New Jersey notifies 186,000 buildings, homes drinking water comes through lead pipes
Water systems are required to notify residents of the lead pipes.
Defense in George Floyd federal civil rights trial says his death was a tragedy, not a crime
Prosecutors have argued that the officers violated their training by not rolling Floyd onto his side or giving him CPR.
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Amendment in Florida bill to ‘out’ students is withdrawn
The amendment would have required school principals to disclose a student’s sexual orientation to their parents within six weeks of learning they were not straight.
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Gas prices soar to record levels in California amid Ukraine crisis, tax hikes
Analyists are warning motorists in California to prepare their wallets as a host of factors will take already record high gas prices to new levels.
Alabama voters call for common sense and a president who is ‘actually going to do the job’
Fox News spoke to voters in Mobile, Alabama.
Madison Cawthorn unveils new Republican Party platform, the 'New Contract with America'
EXCLUSIVE: Rep. Madison Cawthorn unveiled a new GOP platform designed after Newt Gingrich's "Contract with America" that he hopes conservatives will pledge to support in the midterm elections.
Lawmakers urge Biden to ask Congress before sending military to Ukraine
A group of lawmakers sent a letter to President Biden on Tuesday amid escalating tensions in Ukraine to remind him that he must seek authorization from Congress before sending in troops or launchin…
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Prosecutor: 3 cops in Floyd killing 'chose to do nothing'
A prosecutor says three former Minneapolis police officers charged with violating George Floyd’s civil rights “chose to do nothing” as Officer Derek Chauvin squeezed the life out of Floyd.
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Massive bear named 'Hank the Tank' on the run from California police
The black bear has broken into dozens of California homes due to his raging appetite for human food.
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Russia-Ukraine: McConnell warns of 'catastrophic' war, says Putin must pay steep price
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell said Tuesday that the U.S. and NATO must punish Russia for its invasion of Ukraine or else risk emboldening Putin.
'Like a dumping ground': Latina moms in Texas border city are fighting air pollution
El Paso is among the worst places for ozone pollution. Hispanic residents who successfully sued for more regulation want to know why the state is fighting them.
www.nbcnews.comEXPLAINER: Deciding when to use 'invasion' label in Ukraine
When Russian President Vladimir Putin authorized troops to cross Ukraine’s border into regions already controlled by Russian-backed separatists, the White House initially stopped short of calling it an invasion.
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How Peloton's Robin Arzón faced stunning obstacles, then used them as fuel for greatness
From a shocking diagnosis of type one diabetes to being held hostage at gunpoint, Robin Arzón has not had an easy life. But she hasn't let any of the obstacles stop her — and now she's an inspiration to millions.
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Supreme Court to hear Colorado clash over LGBTQ rights and religious liberty
The court will decide the question of "whether applying a public-accommodation law to compel an artist to speak or stay silent violates the Free Speech Clause of the First Amendment."
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National Guard to help DC control traffic for truck convoys
The Pentagon has approved the deployment of 700 unarmed National Guard troops to Washington, D.C., as the city prepares for trucker convoys that are planning protests against pandemic restrictions beginning next week.
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Rep. Jim Jordan demands Democrat chair hold judiciary hearing on spike in retail crime
Republican Rep. Jim Jordan has sent a letter to the House Judiciary Committee Chairman Rep. Jerry Nadler demanding a hearing to address the rise of crime and theft at retail stores across the country.
Can the grid's wildfire defense stay ahead of extreme weather?
A large California utility is using technology to find trees that pose the gravest threats.
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US House candidate sorry for intoxication during sleepover
A U.S. House candidate in Oklahoma has apologized after reports that she became intoxicated, berated several middle-school aged girls at a sleepover party and vomited in a clothes hamper.
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Biden says mineral supply chain actions will help end foreign reliance
President Biden on Tuesday said that actions his administration will take to bolster the critical mineral supply chain will end the reliance on China for such materials. “China controls most o…
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Ukraine crisis: Germany halts pipeline as nations sanction Russia
The gas pipeline between Russia and Germany cost €10bn (£8.4bn) and was completed last September.
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Hungary sending troops close to Ukraine border
The Hungarian defense ministry on Tuesday announced in a Facebook post that it would be sending troops close to the Hungarian-Ukrainian border, which is situated in the northeastern region of Hunga…
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Mandel-Harper Ohio Senate debate goes off the rails in Cleveland
Democrat Morgan Harper insulted Republican Josh Mandel over his past failed Senate campaigns as Mandel argued with an audience member Monday at an Ohio Senate debate.
Beekeepers using tracking devices to protect precious hives
As almond trees start to bloom in California, so do beehive thefts that have become so prevalent that beekeepers are now turning to GPS tracking devices, surveillance cameras and other anti-theft technology
West hits back with sanctions for Russia's Ukraine actions
The U.S. and all 27 European Union member nations are ordering initial penalties targeting Russian officials over their actions in Ukraine. U.S.
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Amsterdam Apple store: Man arrested over hostage standoff dies
A 27-year-old man who launched a hostage situation at an Apple store has died in hospital.
www.bbc.comWest hits back with sanctions for Russia's Ukraine actions
The U.S. and all 27 European Union member nations are ordering initial penalties targeting Russian officials over their actions in Ukraine. U.S.
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Putin seizes world’s attention, forcing West to confront renewed Russian threat
Allying a vast military buildup on Ukraine's borders with bold security demands, the Kremlin has seized a new relevance but perhaps also given one to the Western alliance.
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US official says Russian troops could move into pro-Moscow regions of Ukraine in the coming hours
The US expects Russian troops could move into the Donbas region of Ukraine as soon as Monday evening or Tuesday eastern time, after Russian President Vladimir Putin recognized the two pro-Moscow territories as independent, a senior US official familiar with latest the intelligence tells CNN.
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All eyes on Putin as chances of diplomatic solution dissolve: The Note
Russian President Vladimir Putin’s decided to recognize the independence of Russian-controlled Ukrainian separatist states Monday.
Analysis: Putin's take on history may lay groundwork for war
WARSAW, Poland (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin laid out his version of Ukraine’s history, saying essentially that Ukraine was always part of Russia.
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End hostilities immediately, Russia told at late-night UN meeting
Russian recognition of Ukraine separatist regions runs risk of a serious conflict, UN political chief warns.
Biden announces new investments in mineral production to address supply chain shortages | CNN Politics
President Joe Biden on Tuesday announced new investments in the domestic production of minerals and materials crucial to creating a wide array of technological devices, including computers, smartphones, batteries, household appliances and vehicles.
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Putin orders troops to two Ukraine regions after declaring their independence
The Kremlin decree signed by Putin did not specify whether or when Russian troops would enter Ukrainian territory, including Donetsk and Luhansk.
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Biden puts sanctions on Russian banks and elites as he says Ukraine invasion has begun
President Joe Biden said on Tuesday the United States was imposing a first tranche of sanctions against Russia for launching an invasion of Ukraine and promised that more would come if there are further incursions.
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Putin gets no support from UN Security Council over Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin has received no support from members of the U.N. Security Council for his actions to bring separatists in eastern Ukraine under Moscow’s control
Putin's angry speech rewriting Ukraine's history
In an hour-long televised speech, the Russian leader made accusations, grievances and challenges.
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The Latest: New Zealand condemns Russian actions in Ukraine
New Zealand’s government summoned Russian Ambassador Georgii Zuev to meet Wednesday with top diplomatic officials who are urging Russia to return to diplomatic negotiations over Ukraine.
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Court’s move hamstrings climate actions across the board
Dozens of federal actions dealing with everything from energy efficiency standards to funding for transit projects have been upended by a recent court ruling against the Biden administration’…
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Annual conservative gathering puts Trump's sway vs rising DeSantis under scrutiny
The leading photo on the website of the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC), the annual get-together of American rightwing notables, is of a grinning Donald Trump.
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Dems, GOP at odds over Biden's proposed science agency
Emerging resistance to Biden’s idea of a multibillion-dollar agency to tackle some of health care’s biggest challenges reflects a widening gap over funding medical research.
www.politico.comDemocrats tune out national news during Biden era
Reproduced from Gallup/Knight Foundation; Chart: Axios Visuals A new poll from Gallup and the Knight Foundation finds that younger Democrats are driving a huge decline in national news consumption in the U.S.Why it matters: It marks the first time since the study began in early 2018 that...
As the West condemns Russia over Ukraine, Beijing strikes a different tone | CNN
China’s envoy to the United Nations on Monday called for “all parties” to exercise restraint and avoid “fueling tensions” in Ukraine, but stopped short of condemning the Kremlin’s recognition of independence for two pro-Moscow regions in the east of the country.
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Poll: Floridians oppose high-profile GOP bills
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Why Russia recognised separatist-held regions in east Ukraine
As international alarm grows, analysts say Moscow’s intention is to cause ‘permanent internal chaos’ in Ukraine.
The Memo: Biden braces for impact as Russia moves to the brink
The Russia-Ukraine crisis lurched closer to the point of no return Monday via a series of events that reverberated from Moscow to Washington.And this is only the beginning.In the space of a few hou…
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After an FBI raid, ‘King of Laredo’ runs on his laurels
Jessica Cisneros is giving nine-term Rep. Henry Cuellar (D-Texas) a tougher rematch this year. Corruption cloud or no, he still has a real chance.
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Germany indicts man for sale of military machinery to Russia
Alexander S is charged for selling restricted goods to a company in Russia and acting on behalf of a Russian spy agency.
Biden, Putin signal bigger confrontation ahead over Ukraine
The East-West faceoff over Ukraine has escalated dramatically, with Russian lawmakers authorizing President Vladimir Putin to use military force outside his country and President Joe Biden and European leaders responding by slapping sanctions on Russian oligarchs and banks.
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Biden is about to make history by naming the first Black woman to the Supreme Court. When it comes to appeals courts, he's already had a big impact.
Highlights of Russian President Putin’s speech
Following are extracts from a televised speech by Russian President Vladimir Putin on Ukraine.
Arbery killers convicted of federal hate crimes in his death
Whether the three white men sentenced to life in prison in state court for murdering Ahmaud Arbery also are guilty of hate crimes is now in the hands of a federal jury.
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Texas GOP clash: The clout of a Trump endorsement takes on the legacy of Bush family political dynasty
Texas GOP Greg Abbott and Attorney General Ken Paxton are facing Republican primary challenges from the right. Paxton is being challenged mostly for his political baggage.
Former US Attorney Christina Nolan launches GOP bid for Vermont’s open Senate seat
Former U.S. attorney Christine Nolan launches GOP bid for Vermont’s open Senate seat that's been held for 47 years by retiring Democratic Sen. Patrick Leahy
POLITICO Playbook: Today’s conundrum: What’s an ‘invasion’?
And Congress steps up the sanctions pressure.
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OnlyFans accused of conspiring to blacklist rivals
OnlyFans is accused of conspiring with an unidentified social media company to disable accounts of adult performers working for rivals.
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Ukraine crisis jolts Europe to push for secure energy supply
Surging energy prices and the Russia-Ukraine conflict are making European leaders think hard about energy security — particularly their decades-old reliance on Moscow for natural gas.
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‘War, death and destruction’: U.N. Security Council members slam Russia’s Ukraine escalation
Ambassadors met in an extraordinary session to condemn Russia, but Moscow pushed back, blaming the U.S. and the West for “cramming weapons” into Ukraine.
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US ambassador to UN says Putin’s claim he’s sending ‘peacekeepers’ into eastern Ukraine is ‘nonsense’ | CNN Politics
US Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield said Russian President Vladimir Putin’s recognition of pro-Moscow regions in Ukraine as independent was an “attempt to create a pretext for a further invasion of Ukraine” and that his claim that the Russian forces he has ordered to...
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Russia sanctioned after Putin recognizes separatist provinces' independence, says Ukraine part of Russia
Russian President Vladimir Putin claimed that Ukraine is historically part of Russia during a speech in which he also signed decrees to recognize the independence of separatists regions of eastern Ukraine, a move that spurred President Biden to issue new sanctions.
Zelensky rules out ceding territory to Russia in late-night address to Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said on Monday that he would not cede his country’s land despite escalating tensions with Russia amid the possibility of an invasion.”We are commi…
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Analysis: Putin's next moves are critical for Ukraine -- and Americans
What happens in the coming hours will decide how bad the Ukraine crisis gets for the vulnerable democracy in Russian President Vladimir Putin's sights but also its potentially huge impact on Americans and an already deeply unstable world.
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Biden responds with limited sanctions after Putin recognizes breakaway Ukraine regions
Russia said it would recognize the independence of two Ukrainian regions, possibly a pretext to sanctions and likely to trigger sanctions.
Latest Ukraine updates: Biden announces new Russia sanctions
Latest Ukraine crisis updates from February 22: Blinken cancels upcoming meeting with Russia’s Lavrov as tensions mount.
The Latest: EU ministers to decide on Russian sanctions
The European Union's top diplomat says foreign ministers will meet Tuesday to decide what sanctions to impose over Russia’s decision to recognize two separatist regions in southeast Ukraine.
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World reaction to Putin’s move to recognise Ukraine rebel regions
The Russian president’s decision to recognise the independence of Ukrainian separatist regions draws condemnation.
GOP critics of Trump to gather in DC to offer CPAC ‘counterprogramming’
Republican figures opposed to former President Trump will gather in Washington, D.C., this weekend for an event that has been subbed “counterprogramming” of the Conservative Political Action Confer…
thehill.comRussia expert says 'blitzkrieg-type' attack could begin as early as Monday night: LIVE UPDATES
The Kremlin, in a statement, said Monday that Russian President Vladimir Putin in the "near future" will recognize the independence of the Donetsk People's Republic and Luhansk People's Republic regions in eastern Ukraine.
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US relocates Ukraine embassy staff to Poland
Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced on Monday that the State Department would be relocating its embassy operations to Poland from Ukraine amid a possible invasion by Russia.&…
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Texas GOP candidate for Railroad Commission facing backlash for racy campaign ad: ‘It feels like slut-shaming’
A Republican candidate for Texas Railroad Commissioner is getting some flak for a controversial video showing her semi-nude sitting atop an oil rig.
Three former officers have testified about what they saw when George Floyd died. Here’s what they said | CNN
Former officers Tou Thao, J. Alexander Kueng and Thomas Lane are accused of violating George Floyd’s civil rights.
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Putin threatens ‘bloodbath’ if Ukraine resists loss of territory to Russia - Washington Examiner
Russian President Vladimir Putin threatened to inflict a “bloodbath” if Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky opposes a new Kremlin maneuver to break away vast swathes of Ukrainian territory from the central government.“And those who seized the power and keep the power in Kyiv, we demand [they]...
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George Floyd restraint seemed 'reasonable,' ex-officer testifies
Pinning George Floyd face down on a Minneapolis road in a May 2020 arrest seemed reasonable in the moment, one of three former Minneapolis police officers on trial for violating the handcuffed Black man's civil rights testified on Monday.
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‘Erosion of trust’: Tensions bubble between House Republicans and Capitol Police - Washington Examiner
Outside of Washington, Republicans take pride in supporting police officers and shielding them from calls to defend their departments. But in the U.S. Capitol, tensions are rising between Capitol Police and members of the minority party. Some Capitol Police changes were implemented in response...
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Arizona state House panel passes bill proposing to make recordings of police illegal
An Arizona state House committee on Monday passed a proposed law that would make video recordings within 8 feet of police activity illegal, The Associated Press reports.The House panel voted 7-5, w…
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Trump's GOP critics to gather in Washington with an eye on 2024 presidential race
On the same weekend as the CPAC gathering, Trump critics will cheer on the two Republicans on the select committee probing January 6, Liz Cheney and Adam Kinzinger.
www.cbsnews.comUS official says Russian troops could move into pro-Moscow regions of Ukraine in the coming hours
The US expects Russian troops could move into the Donbas region of Ukraine as soon as Monday evening or Tuesday eastern time, after Russian President Vladimir Putin recognized the two pro-Moscow territories as independent, a senior US official familiar with latest the intelligence tells CNN.
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Trudeau defends use of emergency powers to end Ottawa occupation
Canadian prime minister says Emergencies Act ‘necessary’ to disperse anti-government protesters who occupied capital.
Putin orders Russian forces into Ukraine's breakaway regions after recognizing their independence
The U.S. warned last week that recognizing the self-declared "People's Republics" of Donetsk and Luhansk would violate international law and would "necessitate a swift and firm response" from America and its allies.
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Rand Paul denounces Trudeau's 'dangerous' Emergencies Act, warns of similar US laws
Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., said Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's recent invocation of the Emergencies Act to quell the trucker convoy protests is “very, very dangerous” and warned against similar legislation that exists in the United States.
UN alarmed at increasing reports of Greek migrant pushbacks
The U.N. refugee agency has voiced alarm at increasing reports of “horrific incidents” where migrants trying to slip into Greece and other European countries are allegedly being forced back.
apnews.comWhat is affirmative action? Biden's Supreme Court nomination pledge raises the issue
Several lawmakers have mentioned affirmative action in discussing Biden's vow to nominate Black woman to Supreme Court. Learn more about the practice.
‘Plain old racist’: Other kid from NJ mall fight condemns treatment of Black teen
The other teenager involved in a New Jersey mall fight that went viral after video of it was posted online is condemning police treatment of the Black boy he fought, calling it ̶…
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Biden speaks with Zelensky after Putin recognizes separatist regions
President Biden on Monday spoke to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky after Russian President Vladimir Putin announced he would recognize two breakaway territories in Ukraine as independent.On …
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Putin's recognition of Ukraine's rebels ups ante in crisis
In a fast-moving political theater, Russian President Vladimir Putin has moved quickly to recognize the independence of separatist regions in eastern Ukraine in a show of defiance against the West amid fears of Russian invasion in Ukraine.
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Mexico City legislature may ban bullfighting
This season's bullfights in Mexico City may be the last, as legislators in the city assembly seek to revive a bill banning the activity.
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State Department: Too dangerous for US diplomats to sleep in Ukraine at night - Washington Examiner
State Department officials working in Ukraine will withdraw across the border into Poland each night, Secretary of State Antony Blinken’s team announced hours after Russian President Vladimir Putin ordered Russian troops to move openly into eastern Ukraine.“For security reasons, Department of...
www.washingtonexaminer.comAnalysis: Putin's take on history may lay groundwork for war
WARSAW, Poland (AP) — Russian President Vladimir Putin laid out his version of Ukraine’s history, saying essentially that Ukraine was always part of Russia.
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‘Sending a message’: Lebanese act out their pain in a play
Get to Know Each Other is a play but also part of a wider social programme that includes group psychological support.
Ratcliffe says ‘all kinds of intelligence’ showed ‘fake Russia collusion’ - Washington Examiner
The U.S. government possessed a wealth of intelligence showing bogus allegations of collusion between former President Donald Trump and Russia, former Director of National Intelligence John Ratcliffe said, referring to his time overseeing the nation's spy apparatus.Now special counsel John...
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Stocks slide, oil jumps as Russia orders troops to Ukraine region
Asia-Pacific shares sink after Putin recognises two breakaway regions in eastern Ukraine.
Fact check: Debunking more false Fox claims about the Canadian convoy protests
Fox News has been repeatedly inaccurate in its coverage of the Canadian "Freedom Convoy" protests against vaccine mandates, Covid-19 restrictions and Prime Minister Justin Trudeau.
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Biden interviews with Supreme Court candidates have begun
The president previously said he has narrowed his list down to four choices. He is expected to announce a nominee by the end of February.
www.cbsnews.com‘Stop the Steal’ Congressman Suddenly Worried About Will of the Voters
Rep. Madison Cawthorn (R-NC) on Monday took to Fox News to complain about a lawsuit that cites his “Stop the Steal” rhetoric and appearance at a rally preceding the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol in hopes of preventing him from running for re-election.That a far-right blowhard would vent on...
Biden agency vacancies to drag on White House priorities
Vacant high-ranking positions across the executive branch could be taking a toll on the Biden administration.
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Putin recognises independence of Ukraine breakaway regions
The Russian president recognised two breakaway regions in eastern Ukraine as independent entities.
Meet Minyon Moore, BLM board member and CRT promoter helping Biden with Supreme Court pick - Washington Examiner
A key adviser selected by President Joe Biden to help guide his as yet unidentified black female Supreme Court nominee through the Senate confirmation process is a critical race theory promoter and a Black Lives Matter board member. Minyon Moore, a top outside adviser to Vice President Kamala...
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Malcolm X on racism, capitalism and Islam
On the 57th anniversary of Malcolm X’s assassination, we look at some of the activist’s most memorable quotes.
Mexico Has No Interest in Stopping Migration Into the U.S., Whether It’s Legal or Illegal
Isaac Guzman/AFP via Getty Wise up, America. We somehow have held onto the crazy idea that Mexico is our partner in border security.I blame Donald Trump. The former president hatched a plan to force tens of thousands of Central Americans seeking refugee status to “remain in Mexico” while their...
Bob Beckel, former co-host of 'The Five,' dead at 73
The Democratic strategist is survived by his two children.
A running list of who the January 6 committee has subpoenaed or requested to appear
The committee investigating the deadly Capitol Hill riot on January 6, 2021, has issued scores of subpoenas to individuals and organizations as part of its probe into circumstances and coordination leading up to the storming of the US Capitol.
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Medina Spirit stripped of 2021 Kentucky Derby title following positive drug test; Mandaloun declared winner
The news comes more than two months after Medina Spirit collapsed and died following a workout at Santa Anita.
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Boy, 6, killed in drive-by shooting at park; 4 arrested
Police say a drive-by shooting at a Mississippi park left a 6-year-old boy dead and four others wounded
Dashcam video leads to arrest in killing of Uber driver | CNN
An Uber driver found dead near Pittsburgh was robbed and killed by her passenger, with key moments of the incident recorded on the car’s dash camera and leading to an arrest, according to a criminal complaint.
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IPCC: Climate change report to sound warning on impacts
The study will focus heavily on how warming hurts regions as well as cities and coastal communities.
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Texas oil refinery workers ratify Exxon contract offer, ending lockout
Union workers locked out of their jobs at a Texas oil refinery for nearly 10 months voted on Monday by a nearly two-thirds margin to accept an Exxon Mobil Corp contract offer, a union official said.
Gov: Kentucky’s death toll from December tornadoes now at 80
Kentucky’s death toll from devastating tornadoes in December has risen
Poverty, fear drive exodus from Syria's one-time IS capital
RAQQA, Syria (AP) — In a square that a few years ago was a grim stage for the Islamic State group’s brutal rule in the Syrian city of Raqqa, Mahmoud Dander sat deep in thought.
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Utah man accused of telling 4-year-old to shoot at police after dispute at McDonald's
Police said an officer was able to swipe the gun away as a round was fired, and the officer only sustained a "minor wound" to his arm.
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Putin moves in eastern Ukraine could be opening phase of possible large-scale invasion, multiple US and western officials say | CNN Politics
Russian President Vladimir Putin's move to recognize breakaway eastern Ukrainian territories as independent could be the opening phase of a larger potential military operation targeting Ukraine, nearly a dozen US and western officials told CNN.
Kyle Rittenhouse announces initiative to challenge media in court - Washington Examiner
Kyle Rittenhouse announced a new initiative Monday aimed at challenging major media outlets in court. The Media Accountability Project will raise money for legal challenges against outlets Rittenhouse believes defamed him during his trial and hold them "accountable" more broadly. SARAH PALIN...
www.washingtonexaminer.comRiot inside Mexican prison injures 20 officers in Acapulco
Inmates at a prison in Acapulco rioted after dozens of prisoners refused to be transferred to a federal jail, and officials say 20 state police officers were injured trying to restore order
Michigan basketball coach Juwan Howard suspended for the rest of the regular season, apologizes after throwing punch | CNN
“I am offering my sincerest apology to my players and their families, my staff, my family and the Michigan fans around the world. I would like to personally apologize to Wisconsin’s Assistant Coach Joe Krabbenhoft and his family, too,” Howard said.
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War fears grow as Putin orders troops to eastern Ukraine
A long-feared Russian invasion of Ukraine appears to be imminent, if not already underway, with Russian President Vladimir Putin ordering forces into separatist regions of eastern Ukraine.
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First Peruvian ex-president on trial for Odebrecht scandal
A Peruvian judge has started a trial for corruption charges against former President Ollanta Humala and his wife.
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A biological man turned transgender woman who was convicted for sexually assaulting a child in California was heard laughing about the light sentencing in a recording. "They’re gonna stick me on probation, and it’s gonna be dropped, it’s gonna be done, I won’t have to register, won’t have to do...
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‘Catastrophe’ in Argentina as wildfires burn farms and wildlife
After a scorching heatwave, rain brings hope to firefighters, people battling wildfires across Argentina’s north.
MSNBC anchor loses it over GOP meme celebrating Presidents Day
MSNBC's Joy Reid was outraged by a meme celebrating GOP presidents on Presidents Day.
For Chinese leaders, Olympics weren't 2022's big-ticket item
The just-concluded Winter Olympics aren’t China’s big event of the year. For the Communist Party, that comes this fall at a major meeting that will likely cement Xi Jinping’s position as one of the nation’s most powerful leaders in its seven decades of Communist rule.
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One American life, set on new course by Nixon’s China visit
For one 11-year-old American boy, Richard Nixon's trip to China changed almost everything. In 1979, Ted Anthony was part of the earliest wave of American families to come to Beijing after relations were established thanks to the 1972 meeting between the U.S. and Chinese leaders, Nixon and Mao Zedong
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COVID-19 shots unlikely to prompt rare inflammation in kids
A new analysis says that COVID-19 vaccines are unlikely to trigger a rare inflammatory condition linked to coronavirus infection in kids.
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Video WHO asks countries to monitor omicron subvariant
The World Health Organization has asked countries to keep an eye on the new BA.2 subvariant in case it spreads even more rapidly than the original contagious omicron variant.
COVID-19 updates: US daily death average falls below 2,000 for 1st time in month
As the COVID-19 pandemic has swept the globe, more than 5.8 million people have died from the disease worldwide, including over 938,000 Americans.
Omicron continued to disrupt work and families’ lives even as Covid-19 cases dropped | CNN Politics
Some 7.8 million people pointed to Covid-19 symptoms as the reason they were not at their jobs, according to the latest US Census Bureau Household Pulse Survey, conducted between January 26 and February 7.
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Dubai airport is busiest for global travel as virus persists
Dubai’s main airport has retained its top place as the world’s busiest for international travel, with around 29 million passengers shuttling through the global gateway last year
WHO: New COVID cases fall for the 3rd week, deaths also drop
The number of new coronavirus cases around the world fell 21% in the last week, marking the third consecutive week COVID-19 cases have dropped
Hong Kong orders mandatory COVID-19 tests for all residents
Hong Kong's leader says the city will test its entire population for COVID-19 in March as it grapples with its worst outbreak driven by the omicron variant.
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Rural hospitals stave off mass exodus of workers to vaccine mandate
Nearly two dozen hospital officials and association leaders told POLITICO they've lost just a fraction of their staff to the federal immunization requirement.
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Bill Gates: Omicron did ‘a better job’ building immunity than COVID-19 vaccines - Washington Examiner
Billionaire Bill Gates said the omicron variant moved faster than COVID-19 vaccines, creating a high level of natural immunity. While speaking at the Munich Security Conference, Gates, who has helped to fund the development and distribution of COVID-19 vaccines, was asked for his opinion on...
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Canada lawmakers extend emergency powers for truck protests
Canadian lawmakers have voted to extend the emergency powers that police can invoke to quell any potential restart of blockades by those opposed to COVID-19 restrictions.
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Protester drives at New Zealand police as cordon tightens
Police in New Zealand's capital say a protester drove a car toward a police line, narrowly avoiding officers, and other protesters sprayed officers with a stinging substance.
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Jordan’s PM tests positive for COVID while in Egypt
A government spokesman says Jordan’s Prime Minister Bishr al-Khasawneh has tested positive for the coronavirus with no visible symptoms.
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Queen carries on with light duties after Covid symptoms
Her workload is likely to include the reading of state papers or looking through correspondence.
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