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Ukrainians reflect on anniversary of Russian invasion
KYIV, Ukraine (AP) — The anniversary on Friday of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine was a somber day for many of the country’s 43 million people. Here’s a selection of what some of them said: “I can sum up the last year in three words: Fear, love, hope.” —- Oleksandr Hranyk, a school director in Kharkiv, Ukraine’s second-largest city.
The AP Interview: Biden ready to run, US first lady says
U.S. first lady Jill Biden says there's “pretty much” nothing left to do but choose the time and place for President Joe Biden's reelection announcement.
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Russia welcomes China peace plan, says it is open to talks
Russia welcomed on Friday Chinese proposals to resolve the conflict in Ukraine and said it was open to achieving the goals of what it calls its "special military operation" through political and diplomatic means.
Biden 'ruling out' for now sending F-16s to Ukraine, he tells ABC's David Muir
Ukraine's President Zelenskyy has made repeated public requests for the advanced American fighter jets.
Medvedev floats idea of pushing back Poland's borders
Former Russian president Dmitry Medvedev said on Friday that the only way for Moscow to ensure a lasting peace with Ukraine was to push back the borders of hostile states as far as possible, even if that meant the frontiers of NATO member Poland.
As Ukraine marks year of war, leader vows to secure victory
Friday marked the somber one-year anniversary of the Russian invasion that upended Ukrainians' lives and Europe's security. Follow our live coverage.
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Ukraine sees some merit in Chinese peace plan
China called for a comprehensive ceasefire in Ukraine on Friday and President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said he was open to considering parts of a 12-point peace plan put forward by Beijing.
Key US inflation measure surges at fastest rate since June
The Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge rose last month at its fastest pace since June, an alarming sign that price pressures remain entrenched in the U.S. economy and could lead the Fed to keep raising interest rates well into this year.
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McCarthy and Jeffries creating bipartisan task force to determine process to boot members off committees | CNN Politics
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries are creating a bipartisan task force to determine a process to boot members off committees going forward, a source familiar told CNN.
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Blinken heads to Asia, with China, Russia tensions soaring
Secretary of State Antony Blinken will travel to Central and South Asia next week for international talks that will put him in the same room as his Chinese and Russian counterparts.
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Florida Democrats set to pick new leader amid party turmoil
Two of Florida’s most prominent Democrats are set to face off for one of the least sought-after jobs in Sunshine State politics: Florida Democratic Party chair. Party leaders are set to meet in Orl…
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'My intention is ... to run,' Biden tells ABC's Muir on reelection decision
The president spoke in an exclusive interview with ABC News Friday at the White House.
Biden unveils new Ukraine weapons package, Russia sanctions
The Biden administration is declaring its solidarity with Ukraine by piling sweeping new sanctions on Moscow and approving a fresh $2 billion weapons package for Kyiv.
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GOP reps to launch Northern Border Security Caucus, as officials tackle surge in migrant encounters
Republicans are forming a Northern Border Security Caucus, with 28 members joining the group to deal with an ongoing increase in encounters at the border with Canada,
Since invasion, more than a quarter million Ukrainians have relocated to US
Since the start of Russia's invasion began one year ago, more than a quarter million Ukrainians have relocated to the U.S.
Wall St ends sharply down, posts biggest weekly drop of 2023
Wall Street's main indexes posted their biggest weekly drop of 2023 after sharp losses on Friday, as investors braced for the possibility of more aggressive rate hikes from the U.S. Federal Reserve as U.S. economic data pointed to resilient consumers.
‘I had no idea I’d never go back’: Mariupol survivors, a year on
Al Jazeera catches up with former residents of the city where Russia is alleged to have carried out atrocities.
Putin’s wartime bluster obscures Russia’s precarious future
The grim realities of Russia’s war in Ukraine — tens of thousands dead, international isolation and a declining quality of life — are not part of the alternate reality of nationalist fervor created…
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Mike Lindell says he will sue McCarthy for sharing Jan. 6 footage only with Tucker Carlson
My Pillow CEO Mike Lindell says he plans to sue Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) for providing Fox News host Tucker Carlson with exclusive access to footage from the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the Ca…
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US commits $2 billion in drones, ammunition, aid to Ukraine
The Pentagon is announcing a new package of long-term security assistance for Ukraine. It's marking the first anniversary of Russia’s invasion with a $2 billion commitment to send more rounds of ammunition and a variety of small, high-tech drones into the fight.
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Pence urges Ukraine support as GOP hopefuls split on US aid
Former Vice President Mike Pence says the U.S. should step up support for Ukraine, marking the one-year anniversary of the Russian invasion with calls for faster military aid that put him out of step with some of his likely 2024 presidential rivals.
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China and the Ukraine war: The real reason for Beijing's charm offensive
Western leaders may be unimpressed - but convincing them was never likely the main goal for Beijing.
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Biden tells ABC's Muir 'we would respond' if China sends weapons to Russia
He warned of sanctions on China if it gives lethal assistance to Russia in its invasion of Ukraine.
Democrats erupt with fury after Republican questions ‘loyalty’ of Rep. Chu
House Democrats are up in arms after a GOP lawmaker suggested Rep. Judy Chu (D-Calif.), the nation’s first Chinese American congresswoman, is disloyal to the United States. Rep. Lance Gooden, a thi…
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'People's court' endorses Putin indictment for aggression
A “people’s court” without legal powers has confirmed an indictment against Russian President Vladimir Putin for the crime of aggression in Ukraine and called for his arrest.
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Let’s make a deal: The 7 things Congress might actually agree on revealed - Washington Examiner
The grind of divided government has lowered legislative expectations in the 118th Congress. Yet, while lawmakers are bitterly divided on many topics, there appear to be areas for compromise on Capitol Hill. When Democrats controlled all three branches of government, they were able to usher...
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Biden faces political threat with East Palestine train derailment
President Biden and the White House face a political threat over the fallout from the administration’s response to the Norfolk Southern train derailment that has left residents of East Palestine, O…
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U.S. must "sustain" its involvement in Ukraine war, Secretary of State Antony Blinken says
"Putin's first objective was to erase it from the map, to absorb it into Russia. That has failed and that will fail," Blinken said Friday on "CBS Mornings."
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After Michigan storm, customers wait - and wait - for power
Frustration and anger are mounting among some Michigan utility customers who are still waiting for power to be restored after a massive ice storm this week damaged electricity lines
Biden to draw health care contrast with GOP in Virginia
President Joe Biden is aiming to draw a contrast between his health care priorities and those of congressional Republicans in Virginia next week.
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JetBlue, Spirit push low fare merger narrative to skeptical DOJ
JetBlue and Spirit make their final public push for a merger before a DOJ decision on whether to sue to block the deal.
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Zelenskyy responds to China's proposals for Russia's war in Ukraine
The U.S. has expressed concern that China could give lethal aid to Russia in the future.
www.cbsnews.comPutin’s wartime bluster obscures Russia’s precarious future
The grim realities of Russia’s war in Ukraine — tens of thousands dead, international isolation and a declining quality of life — are not part of the alternate reality of nationalist fervor created…
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Jill Biden voices kinship with Africans' fight for democracy
U.S. first lady Jill Biden has told The Associated Press in an exclusive interview that she feels a kinship with Africa.
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VA hired hundreds of employees with drug-related criminal history, putting veterans at risk: watchdog
A report from a federal watchdog says the Department of Veterans Affairs has failed for years to review job applicants, and has hired hundreds with criminal drug convictions.
North Korea flies cruise missiles in figure-eight patterns amid US, allies military drills
North Korea on Thursday fired cruise missiles in a figure-eight pattern after the U.S. and allied South Korea carried out military drills in the region that infuriated Pyongyang. North Korea launch…
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Tens of thousands dead in 1st year of Russia-Ukraine war, but true toll remains elusive
As Russia's war in Ukraine begins its second year, a full accounting of its casualties remains elusive.
How major US stock indexes fared Friday 2/24/2023
Stocks sank on Wall Street and closed out their worst week since early December. The S&P 500 fell 1.1% Friday to cap its third straight loss.
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Los Angeles sees first blizzard warning since 1989
The major throughway, Interstate 5, is now closed in California due to intensifying weather.
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Russia interrupts moment of silence for Ukraine invasion victims - Washington Examiner
Russia interrupted a moment of silence “in memory of the victims” of the war in Ukraine at the outset of a United Nations Security Council meeting on the anniversary of the invasion.“On this tragic day, when we mourn lives and destinies broken by Russia, I kindly ask everyone to observe a minute...
www.washingtonexaminer.comHannity Audience Laughs As GOP Candidate Awkwardly Ducks Trump Question
The Fox News host asked Vivek Ramaswamy, a 2024 presidential candidate, about how his policies differ from those of former President Donald Trump.
Tired of Texans running for president? 2024 may be reprieve
It’s early yet, but next year’s presidential race may feature something the political world hasn't seen in the last 50 years: no elected officials from Texas.
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George W. Bush pushes back on GOP criticism of Ukraine funding: 'Not going to constrain' helping US citizens
Former President George W. Bush fired back on Republican criticism of U.S. funds going to help Ukraine in its war with Russia during an event commemorating the anniversary of PEPFAR.
Two Pakistanis leave Guantanamo after 20 years without charges
Abdul and Mohammed Rabbani, arrested from Karachi in 2002, are the latest inmates to be released from US custody.
States seek ways to curb deadly highway wrong-way crashes
BOSTON (AP) — As Connecticut state Rep. Quentin Williams was driving home from the governor's inauguration ball last month, he was struck head-on by a driver who had entered the highway using a ramp going in the wrong direction, killing both Williams and the driver.
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Nikki Haley heads to fundraiser hosted by Wall Street executives
Nikki Haley is set to attend a fundraiser in support of her 2024 Republican presidential campaign hosted by Wall Street executives.
Ukraine protesters confront those attending party at Russian Embassy
Protesters in support of Ukraine on Thursday night confronted visitors heading into the Russian embassy in Washington D.C. as the world marked the first anniversary of Moscow’s invasion. The…
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Turkey begins to rebuild for 1.5 million left homeless by earthquakes
Turkey has begun work to rebuild homes following this month's devastating earthquakes, a government official said on Friday, as the combined death toll in Turkey and Syria surpassed 50,000.
Live updates | Russia Ukraine War Anniversary
Russian President Vladimir Putin has spoken with his Turkish counterpart about a deal mediated by Turkey and the U.N. to facilitate Russian exports of agricultural products during the war in Ukraine.
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Republicans request documents from Biden’s Supreme Court commission
Republican lawmakers on Friday requested the co-chairs of President Biden’s Supreme Court commission turn over a trove of documents related to their work. House Judiciary Committee Chairman Jim Jor…
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California serial killer suspected of slaying cellmate
Authorities say a convicted serial killer is suspected of slaying his new cellmate at a central California prison
DeSantis leads Trump in California matchup
The new poll also contains grim news for Vice President Kamala Harris.
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White House says 'no indication' of misused Ukraine funds after Marjorie Taylor Greene calls for audit
The White House said Friday that there is "no indication" that any of the billions of dollars in security assistance sent to Ukraine has been misspent or misplaced as Republicans push for an audit.
Rep. Judy Chu hits back at Texas Republican over 'racist' remarks questioning her loyalty to U.S.
Chu, the first Chinese American woman elected to Congress, was responding to Rep. Lance Gooden's remarks about her support of a Biden appointee he says the FBI should investigate.
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Rift in Idaho GOP exposed amid multistate water rule lawsuit
Some top Idaho officials are raising alarms after the state's Republican attorney general declined to join a 24-state lawsuit against Biden administration waterway protections.
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Former Obama economist says 'little if any progress' made on inflation under Biden
A former Obama economist is warning that the economy is "overheated" and ther has been little "if any" progress made on tackling inflation, after a tough January report.
Donald Trump Jr.’s Interview With Kyle Rittenhouse Goes South In A Hurry
The shooter acquitted of killing two racial justice protesters gave Donald Trump’s son a “guarantee” that he immediately said he didn’t “know for sure.”
Ohio train derailment: Joe Manchin demands answers from Buttigieg on rail safety - Washington Examiner
Sen. Joe Manchin (D-WV) is calling on the Department of Transportation to be more transparent about its rail safety oversight in the wake of the disastrous train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Manchin pointed out to Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg that the crash took place less than...
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West reacts with skepticism to Chinese ceasefire proposal for Ukraine
The West reacted with skepticism to China's proposal on Friday - the first anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine - for a ceasefire, with NATO saying Beijing did not have much credibility as a mediator.
Ukrainians are finding refuge at fast pace thanks to everyday Americans. But is it enough?
Until the "Uniting for Ukraine" program, Americans hadn't recently been given a role in selecting which refugees can come to the United States.
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Ukraine's allies pledge fresh aid as Kyiv marks one year of war and 'invincibility'
The mood in Kyiv is somber and defiant as Ukraine marks one year since the start of Russia's full-scale invasion.
G7 members meet virtually as Biden unveils sweeping new US sanctions on Russia
President Joe Biden's new sanctions against Russia will target "key sectors that generate revenue for Putin," the White House said.
Brawling with elite, Russian mercenary boss wishes politician shot
Yevgeny Prigozhin, the shaven-headed former convict and catering magnate who runs Russia's Wagner mercenary army on the Ukraine frontline, said on Friday that a politician who criticised him should be shot and may end up on a pitchfork.
Navajo community wins fight to replace crumbling campus
Navajo students at a government school in New Mexico have been charged with dreaming big now that Congress has approved more than $90 million to replace the crumbling campus.
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Country star Brad Paisley releases song featuring Ukraine's Zelenskyy a year into Russia's war
It comes a year into the war and is called "Same Here." It has Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy speaking proudly about his country and people.
www.cbsnews.comWhy scammers who stole billions in unemployment benefits may get away with fraud
Congress has yet to give prosecutors more time to go after cases of massive unemployment insurance fraud. The statute of limitations begins running out in 2025.
Biden immigration policy aides to depart amid criticism of new migration policy
Staff departures are common after midterms. But the president’s immigration team has struggled with turnover.
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US announces new Ukraine aid, Russia sanctions on war anniversary
Pentagon to send more HIMARS ammunition and drones to Ukraine as Washington targets Russian firms and sanction evasion.
Ukraine tensions flare at G-20 finance meetings in India
Tensions over Russia's war on Ukraine have flared at meetings of finance ministers and central bank chiefs in India.
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Alex Murdaugh says he lied to investigators during testimony in double murder trial
Alex Murdaugh, a disgraced South Carolina attorney accused of killing his wife and youngest son, testified in his own defense in his double murder trial.
Russia, Ukraine face off at UN with rival tributes to dead
Russia and Ukraine faced off at the U.N. Security Council on the first anniversary of their war _ with their confrontation even extending to dueling moments of silence for the dead.
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US ex-lawyer Alex Murdaugh admits in murder trial lying about nap
Alex Murdaugh acknowledges "everything" about his alibi was a lie, but maintains his innocence.
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China issues peace plan; Zelenskyy says he'll await details
Ukraine’s leader is giving qualified support for China’s new involvement in trying to resolve the war in his country.
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'I really want to go back to fight:' A wounded Ukrainian soldier reflects on his recovery
Roman Horodenskyi, a double amputee as a result of Russia's war in Ukraine, shares his story of recovery.
East Palestine Crisis Tests a Trump-Backed Senator
EAST PALESTINE, Ohio — As former President Donald Trump criticized the federal response to the train derailment that has shaken this Ohio town, there was one leader in Washington he praised repeatedly — the man he helped propel to Congress, Sen. J.D. Vance. “J.D. Vance has been incredible,”...
What is China's peace proposal for Ukraine War?
On the first anniversary of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, China offered a 12-point proposal to end the war, which a senior diplomat had teased in Munich earlier this week.
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Florida Dem drops proposal to ban dogs from sticking their heads out the car window
A Florida Democrat says she won't push for legislation that bans drivers from allowing their dogs to stick their heads out the car window while they drive.
Snow, rain slam California as Michigan suffers without power
Heavy rain and snow are pounding California and other parts of the West in the latest winter storm to hit the United States.
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Nevadans to vote in 2024 on removing slavery, involuntary servitude as punishment from state constitution
Abolishing slavery as a form of criminal punishment from the state constitution will be on the 2024 Nevada ballot, part of a push to remove archaic language.
www.cbsnews.comBlackout risk: Nation’s largest grid operator warns of capacity shortfalls - Washington Examiner
The nation's largest grid operator is warning it may face a major coming shortfall in electric generating capacity as utilities retire more and more traditional fossil fuel power plants. It's a challenge facing grid operators across the country as power generators mothball coal and natural...
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US Court strikes down charter boat tracking rule
NEW ORLEANS (AP) — An appeals court has struck down a federal fisheries management rule requiring operators of privately owned charter boats in the Gulf of Mexico to equip their vessels with tracking devices, a victory for a group of Louisiana and Florida charter operators who challenged the rule in
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They are part of a larger immigration package he is proposing ahead of Florida's 2023 legislative session.
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Tesla can't build in northern Mexico if water is scarce, president says
Tesla Inc. would be denied permits to build a plant in the northern Mexican state of Nuevo Leon, where it has eyed investing, if water is scarce, Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador said on Friday.
Opinion | The Bigger Question Behind the Fox News Debacle
A landmark Supreme Court precedent protecting the press faces new attacks from conservatives.
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Earthquake death toll surpasses 50,000 in Turkey and Syria
The death toll from the earthquakes in Turkey and Syria that struck on Feb. 6 surpassed 50,000 on Friday after Turkey declared more than 44,000 people died.
Beijing official in Hong Kong warns US envoy after speech
A Chinese diplomat accused the U.S. consul general in Hong Kong of interfering in its affairs after he said the city’s freedoms were eroding and warned the American not to cross political “red lines.”
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U.S. consumer spending posts biggest gain in nearly two years; inflation picks up
U.S. consumer spending increased by the most in nearly two years in January amid a surge in wage gains, while inflation accelerated, adding to financial market fears that the Federal Reserve could continue raising interest rates into summer.
India urges focus on 'most vulnerable' at G-20 meeting, avoids mention of war
The Indian leader made direct no mention of the war in his address, although the conflict and its effect on the world are likely to dominate the meeting.
When the war came home, this Ukrainian photojournalist spent a year covering it
A Ukrainian photographer’s first-hand account of the Russian invasion.
www.nbcnews.com‘Blood will be on our hands:’ Sean Penn wants Biden to send F-16s to Ukraine
The Academy Award-winning actor has been pressing U.S. lawmakers to transfer the warplanes to Kyiv.
www.politico.comDeSantis leads Trump by wide margin in California as primary race starts, poll finds
Though a blue state, California has lots of Republican voters, making it one of the biggest prizes in the GOP primary. How is the race shaping up?
Classified documents show up in odd places, portraying sloppy system beyond Trump, Pence, Biden
Joe Biden and Donald Trump were criticized for taking home classified documents, but court cases against lower level workers show how easy it is.
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Nikki Haley keeping early 2024 fundraising numbers quiet
Since launching her 2024 presidential bid, former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley hasn't revealed how much money her campaign has taken in.
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Juvenile arrested with AR-15 at high school basketball game
A male juvenile suspect has been arrested at a high school basketball game after he was found carrying an AR-15, police said.
US judge won't block huge lithium mine on Nevada-Oregon line
A federal judge has sided with the Biden administration and a mining company in a fight with environmentalists and tribal leaders trying to block a huge lithium mine in Nevada near the Oregon line.
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Seattle taxpayers foot the bill for the city’s riot negligence - Washington Examiner
Seattle is going to be shelling out $3.6 million in taxpayer dollars to businesses that were damaged during the 2020 Black Lives Matter riots, proving once again that incompetent governance comes with a price.Seattle agreed to reimburse businesses for damages after it refused to do anything to...
www.washingtonexaminer.comDonald Trump Jr. says no one has eaten more McDonald's 'per capita' than his father
Donald Trump Jr. said it was "100% accurate" that "no one" knows the menu at McDonald's better than his dad.
External backers pour billions into Ukraine to counter war damage
Pictures of devastation in Ukraine following Russia's invasion have sparked urgent questions over how its reconstruction can be paid for. But before they can even begin to be answered, Kyiv is seeking billions just to ride out this year.
Iran calls 84% uranium enrichment allegation a 'conspiracy'
Iranian state television has offered an extended defense against an accusation attributed to international inspectors that it enriched uranium to 84% purity.
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Herschel Walker's curious case of $595K in private jets and a donor-owned car wash
Former Republican Senate candidate Herschel Walker's campaign shelled out hundreds of thousands of dollars for private jet travel to a defunct car wash owned by a donor over the course of just nine months last year.
Biden Fired The Architect Of The Capitol. But What About Other Trump Appointees?
Ginni Thomas, Trump’s appointee to the Library of Congress Trust Fund Board, repeatedly lobbied Trump aides to overturn the 2020 election — and yet she still remains in her appointed position.
Biden is running for reelection — isn’t he? - Washington Examiner
Republicans are playing a waiting game with a presumed-but-not-yet-declared candidate in Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL), but Democrats are doing much the same with President Joe Biden.Biden is almost universally regarded as a sure bet to run for reelection in 2024 despite the fact he would be 86 by...
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Elderly man killed, woman critically injured in 'horrific' dog attack in San Antonio
An elderly man was killed and a woman critically injured in a "horrific" dog attack in Texas on Friday, authorities said.
U.S. could face possible weapons shortage as it continues to supply military aid to Ukraine, war game shows
A recent war game showed that the U.S. would run out of a key weapon while trying to stop a Chinese invasion of Taiwan.
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One year into Russian invasion, Ukraine’s Zelenskyy vows victory
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy says the beginning of the Russian invasion was ‘the longest day of our lives’.
Court proceedings advance in deadly shooting on film set
A weapons supervisor charged with felony involuntary manslaughter for her alleged role in the shooting death of a cinematographer on the set of a Western movie has made her first formal court appearance.
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First Republican presidential primary debate to be held in Milwaukee
While the GOP presidential field is expected to be a crowded one, only three notable candidates have so far entered the race.
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Life in Russia, a year after the invasion
A year after Russian President Vladimir Putin pulled his country into a war in which tens of thousands have died, little has changed in Moscow.
The countries in the grip of debt crises
Meetings being held in India will see top officials from the Group of 20 leading economies discuss how to help the growing number of countries now in the grip of debt crises.
U.S. has admitted more than 271,000 Ukrainian refugees since Russian invasion
More than 117,000 came via the Biden administration’s “Uniting for Ukraine” program, which lets Americans sponsor Ukrainians so they will be financially supported in the U.S.
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Fed's rate hikes likely to cause a recession, research says
Can the Federal Reserve keep raising interest rates and defeat the nation’s worst bout of inflation in 40 years without causing a recession
Judge tosses attorney ethics case against Trump ally Sidney Powell
A Texas judge has thrown out disciplinary charges that state regulators filed last year against pro-Trump lawyer Sidney Powell, finding "numerous defects" in the evidence presented. The State Bar of Texas Commission for Lawyer Discipline sued Powell last March, claiming she "had no reasonable...
Big-money Supreme Court race splits uber-wealthy Wisconsin beer family - Washington Examiner
A family feud is brewing in Wisconsin as a Milwaukee beer dynasty finds itself split over which candidate to back in a high-stakes Supreme Court race that will determine the trajectory of state politics for a decade to come.The Uihlein family's deep Wisconsin roots trace back to 1875, when...
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George Santos lied to a judge in 2017 bid to help a ‘family friend’ charged with fraud
POLITICO obtained an audio recording of the proceeding where Santos falsely says he worked for Goldman Sachs.
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US has a teacher shortage. HBCUs are helping to change that
Historically Black colleges and universities play an outsize role in producing teachers of color in the U.S., where only 7% of teachers are Black, compared with 15% of students.
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Ted Cruz says Democrats use Ukrainian flag ‘like a COVID mask’ to ‘show virtue’
Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) accused Democrats of virtue signaling with Ukrainian flag pins and other shows of support for Kyiv amid its war against Russia. “For the Democrats, this has become a v…
thehill.comJudge rejects media outlet requests to unseal Trump Jan. 6 probe documents
A judge denied media requests to release records on Donald Trump's efforts to stop ex-aides from testifying to a grand jury about the efforts to overturn the 2020 election.
Trump's ambassador to Mexico 'hit the roof' after Mexican gov't changed migrant policies: book
President Trump's ambassador to Mexico "hit the roof" in the final days of the Trump administration when Mexico pushed through a controversial immigration reform measure.
DeSantis beats Trump in GOP primary with 40% support: Poll - Washington Examiner
New polling suggests Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) is leading former President Donald Trump head-to-head and when up against the rest of the projected GOP field of presidential candidates. DeSantis leads Trump head-to-head 57% to 33%, but in a crowded field, he still holds the advantage, according to...
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The Fed's favorite inflation gauge shows prices accelerated in January
Report signals the U.S. remains gripped by high inflation, sparking fears of more interest rate hikes by the Fed.
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George Santos falsely claimed in court that he worked for Goldman Sachs, audio reveals
Santos can be heard lying about his employment in audio from a 2017 court appearance at a bail hearing for a "family friend."
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Tim Scott's potential 2024 message tests GOP voter appetite for positivity, strategists say
Sen. Tim Scott is laying the groundwork for a presidential campaign, traveling to early states to sell his upbeat vision for a unified country
Marjorie Taylor Greene to introduce bill to audit US aid to Ukraine
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) on Thursday said that she plans to introduce a bill to force an audit of the billions of dollars in aid that the U.S. has sent to Ukraine in its now yearlong war…
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US Navy applies lessons from costly shipbuilding mistakes
The U.S. Navy appears to have learned its lesson after cramming too much technology onto ships, and rushing them into production.
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White House: Russia may provide Iran with fighter jets
The White House on Friday warned that Russia may provide Iran with fighter jets as part of an expanding defense relationship between the two countries. John Kirby, a White House spokesperson on nat…
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Rihanna’s Super Bowl show clocks more FCC complaints than Sam Smith’s ‘Satanic Mass’ at the Grammys
Rihanna’s halftime show at Super Bowl LVII elicited more complaints from TV viewers than Sam Smith and Kim Petras’s controversial performance at the Grammy Awards. The “Diamonds” singer’s halftime …
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Israeli settlers shoot, wound 2 Palestinians in West Bank
Palestinian health officials say Israeli settlers have shot and seriously wounded two Palestinians in the northern occupied West Bank, in what officials describe as the latest incident in a wave of settler violence.
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Judge OK's Arizona rancher trial in Mexican migrant killing
A judge has ruled that an Arizona rancher accused of shooting at a group of migrants on his property and killing a man will face trial on second-degree murder and aggravated assault charges.
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AAA urges drivers to check for recalls after Honda ‘Do Not Drive’ notice
The Northeast AAA is reminding drivers to check their vehicles for any recalls after Honda has issued a “Do Not Drive” warning for thousands of vehicles still on the road with unrepaire…
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Hunter Biden business partner ‘cooperating’ with GOP committee, Comer says - Washington Examiner
A former Hunter Biden business associate is “cooperating” with the Republican-led House Oversight and Accountability Committee as it seeks answers on the overseas business dealings of the son of President Joe Biden. Earlier this month, Rep. James Comer (R-KY), who holds the committee gavel...
www.washingtonexaminer.comBernie Sanders calls on Joe Biden to be 'more aggressive in taking on union busting activity'
Sanders wants to hold Biden to his plan to halt federal contracts for anti-union bosses. He spoke with Biden recently about targeting union busting.
Prosecutor: Alex Murdaugh 'fuzzy' about new details of case
Disgraced South Carolina attorney Alex Murdaugh is testifying he cooperated with police investigating the killings of his wife and son in every way except mentioning the last time he saw them alive.
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What we learned about the economy this week
Despite eight consecutive interest rate hikes by the Federal Reserve over the last year and a chorus of economists predicting a recession in 2023, the U.S. economy is refusing to bow down. After ho…
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Pentagon’s suicide prevention committee recommends age limit and waiting period for on-base gun purchases | CNN Politics
A suicide prevention committee that was established by the Pentagon last year is recommending instituting a waiting period for gun purchases on bases and raising the minimum age for buying firearms in an attempt to reduce the number of suicides among service members.
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Trump, Haley and potential 2024 contenders like DeSantis court big donors as GOP's White House race heats up
Donald Trump, Ron DeSantis, Nikki Haley, Mike Pence and Tim Scott gather with top Republican Party donors at three separate events in Florida and Texas.
Italy's high court upholds tough prison regime for militant
ROME (AP) — Italy’s high court on Friday reaffirmed a strict prison regime for an Italian left-wing militant whose cause has been taken up by anarchist groups in several countries that have staged attacks on Italian diplomatic missions.
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Republicans grapple with how to win over women voters
Republicans are grappling with how to appeal to women voters — a lingering issue that threatens to turn off key voting blocs as the party looks to flip the Senate, retain their House majority and t…
thehill.comJust How Much Grief Will Federal Democrats Take to Protect D.C. Progressives from the GOP?
The national question behind a fight over controversial new city laws.
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Netflix cuts prices in some markets to lure more subscribers
Netflix is cutting its prices in several of its smaller markets. It's the latest twist on the video streaming service’s efforts to keep its recently revived subscriber growth rolling amid stiffer competition and inflation pressures that are pushing more households to curb their discretionary spendin
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People across the world gather to mark war anniversary
World landmarks lit up in the colors of Ukraine’s national flag as people across the globe commemorate a grim year for the country following Moscow’s full-scale invasion of its neighbor.
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Ericsson to lay off 8,500 employees -memo
Telecom equipment maker Ericsson will lay off 8,500 employees globally as part of its plan to cut costs, a memo sent to employees and seen by Reuters said.
3 contenders running to replace Sturgeon as Scottish leader
Three members of the Scottish parliament will battle to become leader of the governing Scottish National Party.
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War in Ukraine: Five common questions about Russia’s year-old invasion
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine one year ago marked the beginning of the deadliest war in Europe since World War II and heightened U.S.-Russia tensions to a level not seen since the Cold War. Both the…
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Georgia senators want to require cash bail for more crimes than under current law
Senators in Georgia want to prevent people from committing additional crimes by requiring cash bail for more crimes than under current law.
Senators urge halt to Chinese carriers overflying Russia on U.S. flights
(Reuters) -The chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee and the committee's top Republican urged the Biden administration to halt Chinese airlines and other non-American carriers from flying over Russia on U.S. routes. Senator Robert Menendez, a Democrat, and James Risch, the...
Democratic Rep. Abigail Spanberger is calling for a new House hearing on stock trade ban legislation: 'We must continue the momentum'
With Republicans in control of the House, some lawmakers are looking to restart the clock on efforts to ban stock trading by members of Congress.
Roughly 18 guns were seized every day at US airports last year
Last year saw a record number of guns intercepted at airport checkpoints across the country. The numbers have been steadily climbing and hit 6,542.
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Florida bill would target diversity studies at state universities
A new bill introduced in the Florida Legislature would build on Gov. Ron DeSantis' efforts to restrict teaching about race and gender in Florida's public universities.
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Ruben Gallego slammed Sinema for relationship with lobbyists, but he’s married to one - Washington Examiner
Rep. Ruben Gallego (D-AZ) is challenging Sen. Kyrsten Sinema (I-AZ) for her seat and has bashed her relationships with lobbyists, despite being married to one himself. Gallego claims on his campaign site that Sinema has "accepted huge campaign contributions from the wealthy and well-connected...
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Appeals court rules North Carolina can’t ban undercover cameras from PETA
A divided federal appeals court panel ruled that a North Carolina law cannot be used to prevent People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) from using undercover cameras. In a 2-1 decision, …
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Japan, other G-7 leaders step up Russia sanctions
Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida and other Group of Seven leaders have adopted a set of additional sanctions against Russia over its war on Ukraine at an online G-7 summit to mark the one-year anniversary of the start of the invasion.
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DOJ seeks answers on delay in finding classified Mar-a-Lago documents: report
The Department of Justice is seeking answers about a box containing classified materials that was moved to former President Trump’s Mar-a-Lago residence after federal agents searched the property l…
thehill.comCanada, one year into the Ukraine war: ‘It’s not time to talk about peace’
The women leading Trudeau’s war response were new to their roles when Russia invaded Ukraine. The global crisis would upend their convictions.
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Yes, 'Cocaine Bear' is a real movie. It's also a true story
The real story behind "Cocaine Bear" is in many ways too much. Too absurd. Too ’80s. And now it's being turned into a movie that may even be a hit, writes AP Film Writer Jake Coyle.
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Zuckerberg-funded group violated Georgia law with $2M for elections board: watchdog
An election integrity group is calling on Georgia election officials to investigate a donation from a Zuckerberg-linked group that they believe violates state law.
Pence hints at spring decision on 2024 bid in NBC interview
Former Vice President Mike Pence told NBC News’ Ali Vitali that he believes that by spring his “family expects to have a very clear sense of [their] calling,” hinting at an announ…
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Norfolk Southern commits $300K to East Palestine school district, reimburses fire department $825K
Norfolk Southern said Friday it is giving an initial $300,000 to the East Palestine school district and reimbursing the fire department $825,000 for equipment.
President Biden's aides won't establish legal defense fund to pay lawyer bills
Biden could rack up personal legal fees as a special counsel investigates his handling of classified documents.
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Did dioxins spread after the Ohio train derailment?
A look at dioxins, their potential harms and whether they may have been created by burning the vinyl chloride that was on the Norfolk Southern train.
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Nearly half of millennials, Gen Xers have more credit-card debt than savings
Nearly half of Americans in their prime working years, ages 27 to 58, now have credit card debts that exceed the balance in their savings accounts, according to a new survey. Roughly 45 percent of…
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Financial crime watchdog adds South Africa to 'grey list'
International financial crime watchdog the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) on Friday added South Africa to its "grey list" of countries under special scrutiny to implement standards to prevent money laundering and terrorism financing.
U.S. to impose 200% tariff on aluminum from Russia -White House
WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The United States will impose a 200% tariff on aluminum and derivatives produced in Russia from March 10, the White House said on Friday, effectively a ban as it announced sanctions on the anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The United States will also apply a...
DC attorney general urges Senate not to overturn district’s criminal code - Washington Examiner
The attorney general in Washington, D.C., is urging Senate Democrats to vote against overturning a newly passed district law that would overhaul the city’s criminal code and reduce the penalties for some crimes. Attorney General Brian Schwalb wrote a letter to Senate Majority Leader Chuck...
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Federal government internships paying $50K, $60K, even more for ‘student trainees’
The federal government is advertising top-tier internships with salaries as high as $50,000 and $60,000 and more, on par with the median U.S. income in late 2022.
Child sex abuse lawsuit window again gets Pa. lawmakers' OK
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — Victims would be able to sue over otherwise outdated claims of child sexual abuse under two pieces of legislation passed Friday by the Pennsylvania House, but it's unclear whether the state Senate will take them up.
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Pentagon sending Ukraine these weapons in $2B package on war's 1-year mark
The Department of Defense announced Friday an additional $2 billion in military aid for Ukraine, pledging ammunition, defense systems, artillery and more.
Nigeria prepares for crucial presidential vote Saturday
Officials in Nigeria are making final preparations on the eve of elections amid concerns about vote buying and violence.
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Killed, kidnapped and traumatized: Children under attack in Russia’s war against Ukraine
In the first year of Russia's invasion of Ukraine, at least 487 children have been killed and 954 injured, the U.N. Human Rights Office said.
Calls to end US aid to Ukraine are ‘dangerous,’ Zelensky says - Washington Examiner
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned that lagging support in the United States for continuing to arm and aid his country as the war enters its second year is "dangerous."The Ukrainian lead argued on Friday, which was the first anniversary of Russia's invasion, that if the U.S. were to...
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Florida man pleads guilty to supporting IS extremist group
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — A Florida man accused in 2020 of plotting terror attacks in the U.S. and acquiring an arsenal of weapons has pleaded guilty to attempting to provide material support to the Islamic State extremist group.
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Justice Department is seizing $75 million in real estate tied to Russian oligarch
Federal agents had searched properties connected to Viktor Vekselberg last September.
www.nbcnews.comMontana man charged for threats to Democratic US senator
MISSOULA, Mont. (AP) — A Montana man has been charged with threatening the life of Democratic U.S. Sen. Jon Tester via voicemails left at his Kalispell office, the U.S.
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Hungary PM says more talks needed on Finland, Sweden NATO bids
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban said on Friday that more parliamentary group talks were needed before lawmakers vote on the ratification of Finland and Sweden's NATO membership bids which they will begin debating on Wednesday.
Poland sends first batch of Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine
Poland has delivered its first batch of Leopard 2 tanks to Ukraine, Polish Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki announced during a visit to Kyiv on Friday. “I came here not only with a word of support…
thehill.comYellen says EV battery mineral trade pacts can likely bypass Congress
U.S. Treasury Secretary Yellen said on Friday that she expects that future limited free trade agreements focused on battery minerals with the European Union and other trusted allies would not need approval from Congress. Yellen told reporters on the sidelines of a G20 finance meeting in India...
‘Something Was Badly Wrong’: When Washington Realized Russia Was Actually Invading Ukraine
A first-ever oral history of how top U.S. and Western officials saw the warning signs of a European land war, their frantic attempts to stop it — and the moment Putin actually crossed the border.
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NOT REAL NEWS: A look at what didn't happen this week
Social media users shared a range of false claims this week. Here are the facts: A joint United Nations and World Economic Forum plan will not force people to live in “smart cities.”
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Jim Jordan’s ‘Weaponization Committee’ Is Misfiring
The GOP has compared their new committee to the Church Committee, which uncovered rampant crimes in the ’70s. Really?
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Dollar downsize: Study finds retirement account balances decreased by almost 25% last year - Washington Examiner
Retirement savings have seemingly decreased by almost 25% in the past year as the United States grapples with inflation. The average balance of individual retirement accounts saw a slight increase from $101,900 in the third quarter of 2022 to $104,000 in the fourth quarter of the same year...
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N. Carolina speaker, lawmaker uninjured after SUV rammed
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — North Carolina House Speaker Tim Moore and another lawmaker were unhurt after authorities said a pickup truck struck the sport utility vehicle they were traveling in on a Raleigh-area highway.
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Judge rejects media outlet requests to unseal Trump Jan. 6 probe documents
A federal judge denied The New York Times' and Politico's bid to unseal documents involving former President Donald Trump's claims of executive privilege, which aimed to prevent former aides from testifying about efforts to overturn the 2020 election.
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Sullivan: F-16s ‘not the key capability’ for Ukraine to battle Russian forces
National security adviser Jake Sullivan on Thursday said that F-16 fighter jets are “not the key capability” that Ukraine currently needs to battle Russian forces, as the Biden administration faces…
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More parents moving in with their kids amid inflation
More families are turning to multigenerational living at a younger age.
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Yemen: Separatists object to leader's delaying their cause
CAIRO (AP) — Yemen’s southern separatists on Friday slammed statements by their ally, the head of Yemen's presidential council, in which he said that now is not the right time to discuss southern independence.
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U.N. ambassador warns it would be a 'game-changer' if China provides lethal aid to Russia
The U.S. has expressed concern that China is considering sending lethal assistance to Russia, NBC News reported.
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US billionaire financier Thomas Lee found dead at 78
The private equity pioneer died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound at his Manhattan office, local media report.
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Bird flu situation 'worrying'; WHO working with Cambodia
The World Health Organization is working with Cambodian authorities after two confirmed human cases of H5N1 bird flu were found among one family in the country.
Popularity of Ozempic, Mounjaro, similar drugs may be driving shortages for people with diabetes, obesity
Obese patients are scrambling to find important drugs vital for their health as the popularity of Ozempic and Mounjaro has depleted supplies in pharmacies.
Not enough data to support multiple annual COVID boosters, U.S. CDC advisers say
There is not sufficient evidence to recommend more than one COVID-19 booster shot a year for older people and those with weakened immune systems, an expert advisory group to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said on Friday.
Nasal Covid vaccine shows promise in early clinical trial
Nasal vaccines could provide better protection against infection by bolstering immunity right where the virus enters the body, but few have made it to human trials in the U.S.
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White House braces for ruling on abortion pill's fate
The Biden administration is preparing for a worst-case scenario if a conservative federal judge rules in favor of a lawsuit seeking to ban one of the two drugs typically used to induce a medicated abortion.
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Have the odds of getting long COVID changed?
Nearly three years into the COVID-19 pandemic, we’ve learned a lot about the virus, and have developed vaccines and antiviral treatments that make the prospect of contracting the virus less d…
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Measles outbreak that sickened 85 children declared over in Ohio
The measles outbreak that infected 85 children in central Ohio has been declared over, according to health officials. Nearly all the cases were among unvaccinated kids.
CMS won't change its Alzheimer's drug coverage (yet)
The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services denied a request to reconsider restrictive Medicare coverage of anti-amyloid Alzheimer’s drugs.
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Feds seek to limit telehealth prescriptions for some drugs
The Biden administration is moving to require patients see a doctor in person before getting drugs to treat attention deficit disorders or addictive painkillers, toughening access amid a deepening opioid crisis.
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California tops 100,000 COVID deaths
Three years into the pandemic, strong therapeutics and our immunity from previous infections and vaccines that blunt severe illness have cut the death toll from its peak of about 600 a day in Janua…
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‘Parent’s worst nightmare’: Florida woman must give birth despite baby having little chance of survival
She is planning a delivery, post-birth care and a funeral.
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Focus: Food makers, feeling squeezed, pull the plug on slow-selling products
Major consumer companies including Kraft Heinz Co and Conagra Brands Inc are culling product lines to combat sky-high costs and falling consumer demand, their executives said this week.
COVID-19 Vaccination Linked to Fewer Cardiac Events
Additional research is needed around reinfections and new variants, but in an observational study, even partial vaccination was associated with fewer events among those previously infected with COVID.
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Study shows insomnia linked to higher risk of heart attacks
Story at a glance Individuals with insomnia were 69 percent more likely to experience a heart attack than those without the condition. Findings underscore the important role quality sleep pla…
thehill.comGOP Ex-Sen. Inhofe Retired Due To Long COVID After Opposing COVID Aid
The longtime senator from Oklahoma said complications from the virus contributed to his stepping aside.
COVID-19 outbreak in Alaska Capitol affects legislative work
A scheduled House floor session Friday was converted to a technical session, meaning no bills could be introduced or discussed.
FDA Authorizes First Over-the-Counter At-Home Test to Detect Both Influenza and COVID-19 Viruses
FDA issued an EUA for the first OTC at-home diagnostic test that can differentiate and detect the flu SARS-CoV-2
Much has been learned about long COVID – and much remains to be learned
What causes long COVID, how to treat it, even what to call it – it's all still being sorted out, but researchers are beginning to unravel the potentially debilitating condition.
