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Biden hosts top EU official as Ukraine reels from hypersonic missile attacks
Ukrainian emergency services are rushing to repair critical energy infrastructure that were hit in a barrage of Russian strikes a day prior. Much of the damage was carried out by Russia’s powerful Khinzal hypersonic missile, which can evade air defenses. At least nine people have been killed in Ukraine, in areas across the country and as far west as Lviv.
One of Silicon Valley's top banks fails; assets are seized
In a dramatic fashion not seen since the depths of the 2008 financial crisis, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation on Friday seized the assets of Silicon Valley Bank, the 16th largest bank in the country, leaving many Silicon Valley workers and companies potentially locked out of their money.
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Biden slams conservative Republicans spending demands amid debt ceiling debate
The House Freedom Caucus said they would consider raising the debt ceiling if legislation is passed to roll back some of Joe Biden’s economic policies.
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Russia fires hypersonic missiles in latest Ukraine attack as war in east drives elderly holdouts into a basement
While Moscow's aerial assault reaches across Ukraine, it's civilians in the east, where Russia is desperately trying to seize more ground, suffering the most
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House votes to declassify info about origins of COVID-19
The House has voted unanimously to declassify U.S. intelligence information about the origins of COVID-19.
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A guide to Donald Trump's four criminal cases
The former president is juggling potentially explosive legal battles with campaigning for the White House.
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US says intelligence shows Russia stirring unrest in Moldova
The White House says that U.S. intelligence officials have determined that people with ties to the Russian intelligence community are planning to stage protests in Moldova in hopes of toppling the Moldovan government.
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Top GOP chairmen sound alarm on foreign threats report: Nation at a 'tipping point'
A group of GOP House committee chairmen issued a joint statement in response to the intelligence community's annual threat assessment, warning that the nation was at a "tipping point."
DeSantis visits Iowa as interest in likely Trump rival rises
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is visiting Iowa, introducing himself to expectant audiences of Republicans ahead of a likely 2024 presidential bid.
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New religious freedom law in West Virginia gains heat from LGBTQ, abortion advocates
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice signed the “Equal Protection for Religion Act” into law. However, abortion and trans youth advocates said the law would not protect their beliefs.
5 key figures in the Manhattan DA’s Trump probe
Former President Trump is engulfed in a number of legal battles, but signs are growing that Manhattan prosecutors’ Stormy Daniels investigation could soon produce criminal charges, which would be a…
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Ukraine forces Russian troops ‘to impale themselves on’ Bakhmut and then reload - Washington Examiner
Russia’s top mercenary chief is launching a new recruitment drive, continuing a public dispute with regular defense officials following battlefield losses that could sap the next Russian offensive.“Recruitment centers for PMC Wagner have opened in 42 Russian cities,” Wagner Group chief Yevgeny...
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Judge in Trump rape defamation case allows 'Access Hollywood' tape as evidence
Trump is accused of raping the writer E. Jean Carroll decade ago and defaming her when she went public with her allegations during his White House tenure.
Secret Service has declaration of Brazilian ATM thief who reportedly says George Santos "in charge" of skimming operation
Gustavo Ribeiro Trelha claimed Santos taught him how to use skimmers — which steal personal information from cards inserted into ATM machines — when they were roommates near Florida.
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In rift with Biden, Manchin vows to block oil, gas nominee
In a sign of a deepening rift among Democrats on energy issues, conservative Democratic Sen. Joe Manchin says he will not move forward on President Joe Biden’s nominee to oversee oil and gas leasing at the Interior Department.
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In Pennsylvania, the ice beneath Donald Trump is cracking - Washington Examiner
PITTSBURGH — In 2016, then-Reps. Lou Barletta (R-PA) and Tom Marino (R-PA) became the first sitting members of Congress to endorse then-candidate Donald Trump for president. Their colleagues in Washington gave them the side-eye. Barletta told me at the time that when that didn’t work, their...
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Another US hiring surge: 311,000 jobs despite Fed rate hikes
America’s employers added a substantial 311,000 jobs in February, fewer than January’s huge gain but easily enough to keep pressure on the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates aggressively to fight inflation
5 things to know about the Silicon Valley Bank collapse
Correction: This article has been updated to correct the name of the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation. Regulators shut down Silicon Valley Bank on Friday, marking the biggest bank failure sinc…
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House conservatives issue new list of demands that could upend debt ceiling talks
The House Freedom Caucus demanded drastic federal budget cuts, work requirements for Medicaid and an end to "federal regulations" on domestic energy production.
Maxwell Frost: Tucker Carlson’s Jan. 6 coverage makes ‘people feel like they can do it again’
Rep. Maxwell Frost (D-Fla.) says Fox News host Tucker Carlson’s sympathetic coverage this week of the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol attack increases the risk for future violence because it creates a …
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Biden budget vs. House GOP: Values on display in debt fight
President Joe Biden's federal budget is a statement of his values. It's a governing philosophy that believes the wealthy and large corporations should pay more taxes to help stem deficits and lift Americans toward middle class stability.
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Former Trump lawyer Michael Cohen to testify to grand jury in Stormy Daniels payoff probe
If Donald Trump is charged in connection with a hush money payment to porn star Stormy Daniels, he will be the first U.S. president to face criminal charges.
Markets close lower after massive bank failure and rate hike fears | CNN Business
Stocks had a bumpy ride Friday as chaos erupted in the banking sector and a crucial employment report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics gave mixed signals.
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Judge lets 'Access Hollywood' tape into Trump rape trial
NEW YORK (AP) — Former President Donald Trump's misogynistic remarks about women in an “Access Hollywood” tape and the testimony of two women who say Trump suddenly attacked them sexually can be heard at a civil trial resulting from a columnist’s claims that he raped her in the 1990s, a federal judg
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Blinken to testify at House Foreign Affairs Committee on China threat
FIRST ON FOX: Secretary of State Antony Blinken is expected to testify before the House Foreign Affairs Committee later this month.
Stewart hits Petraeus over US military complex: Lost wars and ‘Pentagon got a raise’
Comedian and political commentator Jon Stewart pushed back against the U.S. military-industrial complex while speaking with former CIA director and retired Gen. David Petraeus in an interview for S…
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Biden admin’s cloud security problem: ‘It could take down the internet like a stack of dominos’
The Biden administration is embarking on the nation’s first comprehensive plan to regulate the security practices of cloud providers.
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Youngkin calls for gender-neutral bathrooms after question from transgender Virginia teen
Virginia Gov. Glenn Youngkin (R) called for gender-neutral bathrooms in schools on Thursday, in response to a town hall question from a transgender Virginia teenager. “Look at me. I am a transgende…
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Iowa Republicans say they may look beyond Trump in 2024: "It's an open field"
The former president will be making his first 2024 campaign visit to the state Monday.
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Joe Biden compares 'wacko liberal guy' Ronald Reagan's tax rate to his budget proposal
In defending his budget proposal, President Joe Biden reminded Republicans of Ronald Reagan's 28% tax rate and called him "that wacko liberal guy."
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UK has new Duke of Edinburgh as king gives his brother title
Britain’s King Charles III has made his youngest brother the Duke of Edinburgh, passing on a title held by their late father, Prince Philip.
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Silicon Valley Bank shut down by regulators. Here's what to know.
The 40-year-old financial institution, which caters to tech firms, was abruptly shuttered after fears of a bank run.
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Mass vaccination of chickens against bird flu could hurt US sellers - Washington Examiner
A mass vaccination campaign for poultry against avian influenza that's reportedly being considered by the Biden administration could hurt chicken farmers by making it harder for them to export birds. Several vaccines against different strains of bird flu have been developed and administered to...
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Tax hikes in Biden’s budget would be ‘devastating’ for Americans, says top House tax writer
House Ways and Means Chair Jason Smith told Fox News Digital the Biden administration is "clearly not" taking the GOP's warning about spending cuts seriously.
Judge denies Trump's attempt to block 'Access Hollywood' tape from upcoming defamation trial
A judge has denied former President Trump's attempt to block excerpts of the infamous "Access Hollywood" tape from his upcoming defamation trial.
White House seeks to drive wedge between Freedom Caucus and House GOP in budget fight - Washington Examiner
The White House stepped up its offensive against a House Freedom Caucus budget proposal as it seeks to drive a wedge between Republicans in negotiations over the debt ceiling.Asked during a press briefing on Friday why President Joe Biden has claimed he will not accept any entitlements cuts even...
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UK to fund France detention site as leaders agree migration deal
The UK will help fund a detention centre in France as part of a financial package to tackle irregular migration.
Georgia drops foreign agents law after massive protests
Georgia’s parliament has voted to drop a foreign agent registration bill after the legislation prompted tens of thousands of protesters to swarm the capital this week.
apnews.comMissing From Biden's Budget: His Plan for Social Security
WASHINGTON — President Joe Biden campaigned for the White House on a plan to shore up Social Security’s finances over the coming decades and increase benefits for the lowest-earning retirees, all by raising taxes on people earning more than $400,000 a year. An independent analysis estimated that...
Iowa Poll: Donald Trump’s Republican support erodes in Iowa, even as many remain committed
A new Des Moines Register/Mediacom Iowa Poll shows Donald Trump’s support has slipped, while Ron DeSantis starts strong among presidential candidates.
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Biden goes after Freedom Caucus in remarks on economy
President Biden went after the House Freedom Caucus during remarks on the economy on Friday — the day after he released his proposed budget — saying there isn’t much to negotiate on with the conser…
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5 dead, plus unborn child, in shooting at Jehovah's Witness hall in Germany: Police
Multiple people have been shot, some fatally, at a building used by Jehovah's Witnesses in Hamburg, Germany, police said.
Ron DeSantis throws shade at Trump and Biden in Iowa speeches
The Florida governor led his remarks in the first-in-the-nation caucus state by criticizing Washington's response to the pandemic.
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Boebert praises high rural teen birth rates while announcing first grandchild
Rep. Lauren Boebert (R-Colo.) is announcing that she’ll soon be “a 36-year-old grandmother,” while praising “rural conservative communities” that “value life.” The Colorado Republican revealed that…
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Mexican president threatens to meddle in US elections with 'information campaign' against Republicans
Mexico's president on Thursday threatened to launch an information campaign to stop Mexicans in the U.S. from voting for Republicans in response to calls for action on fentanyl.
Why would Russia use hypersonic missile to strike Ukraine?
The latest Russian missile barrage against Ukraine’s civilian infrastructure was one of the largest in months.
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Rep. Roy introduces bill to designate Mexican cartels as foreign terrorist organizations
Rep. Chip Roy, R-Texas, is reintroducing legislation that would designate multiple Mexican drug cartels as foreign terrorist organizations, as pressure grows on Mexico.
WATCH: Jane Fonda offers ‘murder’ as a solution to anti-abortion Americans - Washington Examiner
Hollywood icon and outspoken activist Jane Fonda suggested Friday that pro-abortion women could use "murder" as a solution to win back control over their bodies. "We have experienced many decades now of having agency over our body, of being able to determine when and how many children to have...
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Deficits and debt: Understanding the difference in Biden's 2024 budget proposal
President Joe Biden's FY 2024 budget proposal has raised debt and deficit questions. Republicans are pushing back as debt ceiling debates continue.
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US, allies scramble to meet Ukraine's need for ammunition ahead of Russian offensive
Lockheed Martin is doubling its production output of HIMARS from 48 to 96 per year, executives say, amid Russia's expected spring offensive in Ukraine.
‘Don’t Be Fooled’: Why Leading GOPers Are Taking Aim At Both Trump and DeSantis
The ex-president has his rock-solid core and little else. The real GOP fight is over who should emerge as the best alternative.
www.politico.comBiden Promised to Revisit Presidential Immunity. He Hasn't.
WASHINGTON — When Joe Biden was running for the White House in 2019, he sharply criticized the Justice Department’s long-standing view that presidents who commit crimes are immune from indictment while in office and promised to have it reconsider that position. But more than two years into his...
Here's how the 4 Americans abducted in Mexico were found
The anonymous tip that led Mexican authorities to a remote shack where four abducted Americans were held described armed men, people wearing blindfolds and plenty of activity around a ranch.
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Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen calls Republican plan to prioritize payments "default by another name" amid debt ceiling fight
The Treasury Department has been using so-called extraordinary measures to keep paying the bills since the government hit the debt limit in January.
www.cbsnews.comU.S. House Republican hardliners unveil spending demands for raising debt ceiling
The caucus of at least 37 members, which can stymie legislation in the narrowly divided House of Representatives, issued a position paper that would keep defense spending flat and reset nondefense discretionary spending at pre-COVID-19 pandemic levels while holding annual spending growth to 1%...
Donald Trump investigations: Four cases that could lead to charges against ex-president - Washington Examiner
Former President Donald Trump is facing considerable legal exposure as he mounts his third presidential bid. The 45th president is the subject of four criminal investigations from three sets of federal and state prosecutors. The investigations relate to Trump and his company's finances, his...
www.washingtonexaminer.comEric Adams support for Cardi B performance puts him at odds with his police commissioner
The mayor brought up the celebrity cameo while briefing the press on former NYPD Chief of Training Juanita Holmes' new role as Department of Probation commissioner.
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Mexican cartel issues apparent apology, turns over five ‘kidnappers’ of Americans
A Mexican cartel blamed for the kidnapping of four Americans last week appeared to issue an apology and turned over five of its own members to authorities for their alleged role in the abduction, a…
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Manchin tanks Biden nominee over climate activism
Sen. Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., said he would block President Biden's nomination of Laura Daniel-Davis for a key energy policymaking position over her climate activism.
Biden, EU leader launch talks to ease rift on EV subsidies
President Joe Biden and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen have agreed to open negotiations between the U.S. and the EU on boosting the use of European minerals in the production of batteries for electrical vehicles that are eligible for U.S. tax credits.
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McConnell’s hospitalization raises questions for GOP’s future
Senate Republicans found themselves shaken and disoriented Thursday after finding out their leader Sen. Mitch McConnell (Ky.) was in the hospital after tripping at a private event, raising question…
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After gay bar homicide rulings, victim's mom feels bittersweet vindication
Linda Clary didn’t believe her 33-year-old son’s death after a night out at an NYC gay bar was an accident, so she made it her mission to prove otherwise.
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Noem vetoes state bill that would exclude Bitcoin from being considered money - Washington Examiner
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem vetoed Republican legislation that would have excluded cryptocurrency from being considered money, a measure that could have hurt the cryptocurrency economy in the state. The legislation, HB 1193, was passed by the South Dakota House and Senate last month. The bill...
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Biden’s ‘blue-collar’ budget actually a wish list for the ‘radical Left,’ GOP says - Washington Examiner
Republicans are lashing out at President Joe Biden’s budget proposal, denouncing the spending framework as a legislative wish list for progressive Democrats. Biden unveiled his proposed budget for fiscal 2024 on Thursday, requesting a total of $6.8 trillion to go toward legislative priorities...
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Train derailments are common, but few reach the level of East Palestine crisis
Data from the Federal Railroad Administration shows that there an average of three derailments per day in the United States.
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Freedom Caucus chair fires back at Biden: ‘Smear-and-fear campaign’
House Freedom Caucus Chairman Scott Perry (R-Pa.) hit back at President Biden for going after his hard-line group’s spending demands that it announced Friday, accusing the president of misrepresent…
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Hamburg shooting: Police spoke to gunman weeks before attack
He co-operated with officers and there were not enough grounds to take away his gun, police say.
www.bbc.comTrump probe follows criticism of Manhattan prosecutor for not acting sooner
A New York City prosecutor is taking steps toward a possible indictment of former President Donald Trump, reviving an investigation into an alleged hush money payment to a porn star made during his 2016 campaign for the White House. Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg has come under...
Why Ursula von der Leyen matters to Biden
The EU Commission president and Biden have struck up a strong relationship over the past year.
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Fox News blacked out too much in court documents, say Dominion and media outlets
A Delaware judge this month could unseal pages of information Fox News has sought to keep confidential in the Dominion defamation suit.
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Standard time giving way to daylight saving in most of US
Standard time comes to an end in most parts of the United States this weekend. You’ll lose an hour of sleep for one night but gain more daylight in the evening in the months ahead.
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Another atmospheric river hits California with heavy rain, swelling rivers
Evacuation warnings were issued in advance of the storm for various foothill and mountain communities that are prone to flooding and mudslides.
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Quiet Biden student loan forgiveness for 200,000 borrowers gave black eye to colleges - Washington Examiner
An administrator from a Florida university says the Biden administration unfairly labeled his institution as a malefactor when it negotiated a settlement to discharge student loans in a lawsuit brought by a group of students who said their colleges had misrepresented themselves. Last summer, the...
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New study on monkeys using stone tools raises questions about evolution
Monkeys in modern-day Thai forests create stone artifacts uncannily similar to those crafted by early humans — challenging the established narrative of human cultural evolution. A new study p…
thehill.comYellen warns U.S. House members of 'economic collapse' from default
WASHINGTON (Reuters) -U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen urged members of the U.S. House of Representatives on Friday to raise the federal debt ceiling without conditions, warning that a default on U.S. debt would cause "economic and financial collapse." Yellen, in budget testimony before the...
5 alleged Mexican cartel members charged in kidnapping of 4 Americans
Gulf Cartel, a powerful Mexican cartel, has allegedly taken responsibility for the kidnapping of four U.S. citizens and killing of two of them in Matamoros.
'Pineapple Express' winter storm pummels California
The state's 10th atmospheric river this winter brings flash flooding and landslides.
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2024 election: 29 House lawmakers Democrats fear could lose their seats next year - Washington Examiner
The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee announced on Friday 29 members it is placing in its front-line program aimed at helping incumbent lawmakers in swing districts retain their seats as the party looks to flip back control of the lower chamber in 2024. The list includes familiar names...
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U.S., EU search for climate truce — and a united front against China
A White House meeting between President Joe Biden and Ursula von der Leyen led to pledges to cooperate on critical minerals and subsidy transparency.
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Bestselling writer Jodi Picoult denounces Florida book ban
Author Jodi Picoult is blasting officials in a Florida county for pulling several of her books from school libraries, saying that prohibiting literature sows division. “Martin County is the first t…
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Sexual assault reports increase at US military academies
Reported sexual assaults at the U.S. military academies shot up during the 2021-22 school year. the Pentagon said.
apnews.comAbortion, education and guns: DeSantis's proposals in Florida hint at potential 2024 campaign
Florida began its 60-day legislative session this week as Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis addressed the Legislature in his State of the State speech, which has been widely viewed as an indicator of how he might promote himself as a potential 2024 presidential nominee.
Congress moves against TikTok amid Biden administration ‘stalemate’
The rush of TikTok legislation is driven by lawmaker concern that the Biden administration’s own national security review of the popular Chinese app is stuck.
www.politico.comThird-party candidate push will 'hurt Biden and help Trump' in 2024, Democratic group warns
"This effort cannot succeed, unless the goal of No Labels is to make sure Joe Biden doesn't win," Jim Kessler, of Third Way, told Insider.
Virginia judge allows Google antitrust case to move ahead
A Virginia judge rejected a request from Google to transfer a federal antitrust case. Several states sued Google earlier this year, alleging a virtual monopoly that was detrimental to consumers.
Michigan State shooter's note says he felt hated, rejected
A man who fatally shot three students and wounded five others on the Michigan State University campus left a note describing himself as being “hated,” “a loner” and an “outcast.”
What We Know About the Potential Indictment of Donald Trump
The revelation that the Manhattan district attorney’s office has indicated to Donald Trump’s lawyers that he could soon face criminal charges marked a major development in an inquiry that has loomed over the former president for nearly five years. It also raised a number of questions about the...
US not in hypersonic weapons ‘arms race’ with China and Russia, DOD official says - Washington Examiner
A top Defense Department official focused on hypersonic weapons does not believe the United States is in the middle of an arms race against China and Russia.A group of defense officials testified in front of a House subcommittee on Friday about the status of the U.S. hypersonic weapons program...
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Blinken to visit Ethiopia, Niger as US boosts Africa push
Secretary of State Antony Blinken will travel to Ethiopia and Niger next week as the Biden administration accelerates a push to engage with Africa to counter China's growing influence on the continent.
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King Charles III's coronation: What to know for the centuries-old ceremony
He's been Britain's reigning monarch since September 2022, but King Charles III and his Queen Consort, Camilla, will be formally crowned this month.
www.cbsnews.comPlaybook PM: The good news that Jay Powell won’t like
And a new Ann Selzer poll finds softening Trump support in Iowa.
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Mexican cartel’s apology after deadly abduction of Americans likely a move to ease fallout, experts say
Most of the time, the Gulf cartel operates "with impunity" in Matamoros, one expert said.
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Heavy rain, snow continue in California, severe weather threatens the South
More than 70 million people across 23 states are under severe weather alerts as multiple storms move across country.
West Virginia senator who interrupted session removed
A West Virginia senator who interrupted the chamber president's explanation of legislation was removed on Friday. The decision was made after the Senate went into a brief recess.
Jill Biden promotes cancer research in New Orleans
First lady Jill Biden visited a medical center in New Orleans to stress the importance of cancer research.
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Ohio train derailment: JD Vance blasts Biden for treating East Palestine as ‘enemies’ and creating ‘terror’ - Washington Examiner
Sen. J.D. Vance (R-OH) blasted the Biden administration for ignoring the people of East Palestine, Ohio, in a political game of what he called “friends versus enemies.” Vance said President Joe Biden and the federal government are refusing to deal with the core concerns of those living in the...
www.washingtonexaminer.comYellen defends request for $29 billion increase in IRS enforcement funds
U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen on Friday defended a Biden administration budget request for an additional $29.1 billion in IRS enforcement funds as Republicans in Congress pressed her to explain how $80 billion funds approved last year would be spent. The budget proposal aimed at boosting...
House Republicans introduce resolution to roll back more DC police reforms
House Republicans have introduced legislation to reverse several Washington, D.C. police reforms, including many that were enacted after the murder of George Floyd in May 2020. The latest resoluti…
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4 people miraculously survive after medical helicopter crash
Four people are alive after a medical helicopter that was transporting a patient crashed in Macon County, North Carolina, on Thursday evening.
Men found guilty in Ahmaud Arbery murder case file appeals for hate crime convictions
Gregory McMichael, Travis McMichael and William Bryan filed appeals against their hate crime convictions.
Russia fires hypersonic missiles in latest Ukraine attack as war in east drives elderly holdouts into a basement
While Moscow's aerial assault reaches across Ukraine, it's civilians in the east, where Russia is desperately trying to seize more ground, suffering the most
www.cbsnews.comRepublicans are winning more Latino votes. But rising turnout still benefits Dems.
Even incremental increases in the Latino voter bloc would have solidified margins in Senate races in Arizona and Nevada, according to a new analysis by Voto Latino.
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New signs of legal troubles for Trump
Former President Donald Trump’s legal team is meeting with him this weekend, NBC News has learned, after he was told he can testify before a grand jury in New York as part of an investigation into hush money paid to an adult film star. Meanwhile in Iowa, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke at an...
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Michigan man faces gun charge after FBI says he made threats
SEBEWAING, Mich. (AP) — A mentally ill Michigan man accused of making death threats on social media against Democratic politicians and those in the LGBTQ community was charged with illegally possessing guns.
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When China shot down five U-2 spy planes at the height of the Cold War | CNN
When a Chinese high-altitude balloon suspected of spying was spotted over the United States recently, the US Air Force responded by sending up a high-flying espionage asset of its own: the U-2 reconnaissance jet.
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Mitch McConnell is 'doing well' and eager to leave the hospital, adviser says
The Senate Republican leader was treated for a concussion after falling on Wednesday and is expected to be in the hospital for "a few days," his office said earlier this week.
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Brooklyn Democratic Party sued for $82,000 in unpaid rent after breaking lease during pandemic: report
A Los Angeles based real estate company says the Brooklyn Democratic Party owes it over $100,000 for breaking a lease during the coronavirus pandemic and not paying rent.
13 deaths reported in Southern California mountains since snowstorm, only 1 so far ruled weather-related
Thirteen people have been reported dead after unprecedented snowstorms hit Southern California. Only one death has so far been ruled weather-related.
Washington Senate approves bill to change police pursuit law
The Washington Senate approved a bill to give police more flexibility to pursue suspicious vehicles. The bill limits pursuits in which the suspect could pose as a threat to others.
White House: Russia working to overthrow Moldovan government, but no immediate military threat
The Biden administration is warning that Russia is sowing the seeds to overthrow the Moldovan government, but added the U.S. does not see an immediate military threat against the small, Eastern Eur…
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College removes partial Malcolm X quote that sparked protest
KINGSTON, R.I. (AP) — The University of Rhode Island has removed a partial Malcolm X quote from the facade of its main library 30 years after members of the school's Black Student Leadership Group and others protested because they said the shortened quote misrepresented the fuller meaning of the civ
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AI is advancing faster than Congress. Here’s why that’s a bug
Rep. Jay Obernolte on what we should really be worried about when it comes to AI. Spoiler alert: it’s your job.
www.politico.comAl Gore warns it would be ‘recklessly irresponsible’ to allow Alaska oil drilling plan
Ex-vice-president says new projects ‘are a recipe for climate chaos’ ahead of Biden administration’s decision on Willow development
Can a bill to boost Mexican American and Black ethnic studies pass in Texas?
The reintroduced legislation comes amid campaigns in GOP-controlled states to limit teaching on race and curb programs on diversity and inclusion.
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6 killed in shooting at Hamburg, Germany, Jehovah's Witness hall, including an unborn child, police say
The gunman, identified only as Phillip F., legally owned the pistol used in the attack, and police say he was also found dead at the scene.
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Ukrainian activist behind Russian oil embargo blocked from attending top energy conference
An award-winning Ukrainian climate activist was barred from a major energy conference the day before it began — after flying to Houston to attend. Svitlana Romanko, an environmental lawyer, said sh…
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House witness hits back after Rep. Cori Bush calls him a White supremacist | Fox News Video
Author and energy expert Alex Epstein reacts to his exchange with Rep. Cori Bush, D-Mo., during a House hearing on the Strategic Petroleum Reserve.
Iran, Saudi Arabia agree to resume ties, with China's help
Iran and Saudi Arabia have agreed to reestablish diplomatic relations and reopen embassies after years of tensions.
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Sunak and Macron summit: UK to give £500m to help France curb small boat crossings
The cash will fund a French detention centre and is a big increase on what the UK already pays France.
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Woman allegedly held captive in locked Houston trailer for 4 years
A Houston man has been charged with kidnapping for allegedly holding a woman captive in a locked Houston trailer for several years, court records show.
New religious freedom law in West Virginia gains heat from LGBTQ, abortion advocates
West Virginia Gov. Jim Justice signed the “Equal Protection for Religion Act” into law. However, abortion and trans youth advocates said the law would not protect their beliefs.
House GOP hates Biden's budget — but is still hunting for its own formula
The president's entirely aspirational document has managed to do for Democrats what the new Republican majority can't accomplish yet: please every corner of the party.
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Maryland House OKs abortion rights constitutional amendment
ANNAPOLIS, Md. (AP) — The Maryland House voted Friday to enshrine the right to abortion in the state Constitution, one of several steps lawmakers are taking this legislative session to protect abortion rights after the U.S.
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People found living in tunnel under Colorado highway flyover
Video shows officers navigate through piles of boxes and other clutter, alongside hanging clothes, canned goods and other pantry items lined up on a table.
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Anti-Russia guerrillas in Belarus take on 'two-headed enemy'
After Russia invaded Ukraine, guerrillas from Belarus began carrying out acts of sabotage on their country’s railways.
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Chinese official tied to NY Gov. Kathy Hochul amplifies call for closer China-Russia relations
A Chinese official linked with New York Gov. Kathy Hochul who's made several controversial remarks amplified a tweet saying it's crucial for his country and Russia to improve relations.
Countries that could be impacted by renewed Iran-Saudi ties
A deal between Iran and Saudi Arabia to resume diplomatic ties has wide-reaching effects across the Middle East and beyond, and reduces the chance of armed conflict between regional rivals.
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Female GOP lawmakers fire back at CNN's Don Lemon in new video ad: 'I'm in my prime'
A group of Republican women fired back at CNN's Don Lemon for claiming women were no longer in their "prime" following their "20s, and 30s, and maybe 40s."
Economy again beats expectations with 311,000 jobs in February, unemployment rises to 3.6% - Washington Examiner
The economy gained 311,000 jobs in February, more than expected, in another sign that the Federal Reserve’s interest rate hikes have not substantially harmed the strong labor market. The new figures reported by the Bureau of Labor Statistics on Friday morning provide reassurance about the...
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The Time Russians Really Did Target Americans With Microwaves
There’s a reason so many diplomats and CIA operatives think Havana Syndrome is real. It’s because it’s happened before — and the Kremlin got away with it.
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UK, France mend ties, leaders agree to tackle Channel boats
U.K. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and French President Emmanuel Macron have agreed to step up efforts to tackle Channel migrant crossings.
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Liberal groups raise 'grave concerns' about Biden judicial pick
Several liberal advocacy organizations are expressing serious doubts about Biden's nominee to the First Circuit Court of Appeals, highlighting his handling of a school sexual assault case.
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GOP rep leading DC crime bill warns Biden against going back on word: would 'stir up' Senate 'hornets nest'
Rep. Andrew Clyde, R-Ga., warned President Biden against going back on his word that he would not veto the congressman's bipartisan bill striking down D.C.'s controversial crime bill.
Belgium bans TikTok from government phones after US, EU
Belgium's prime minister says TikTok is being banned from government phones over worries about cybersecurity, privacy and misinformation.
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Gay Instagrammer says Tennessee lawmaker shouldn't be embarrassed for liking racy photos
In an interview, Franklyn McClure said ”it’s sad” that Lt. Gov. Randy McNally felt the need to apologize for commenting on McClure’s semi-nude photos.
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Twin brothers jump into action to save mom who had seizure while driving
Twin brothers in Ohio are credited for helping to save their mom after she started experiencing a seizure while driving.
Mexico cartel turns in own men over US kidnappings
A splinter group of the Gulf Cartel also reportedly apologised for the kidnapping of four Americans.
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After political violence, Peru reckons with economic fallout
Peru’s economy re-opens after three months of violent protests, damage has been inflicted on mining, tourism, key areas.
9th grader sues over Pledge of Allegiance confrontation
The parents of a South Carolina high school student are suing a teacher, principal, and other education officials saying she was accosted when she didn't stop and recite the Pledge of Allegiance.
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DeSantis makes first trip to Iowa ahead of 2024, vowing to defeat "woke mob"
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis introduced himself to an eager audience of Iowa Republicans on Friday.
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What Norfolk Southern's CEO did and didn't commit to during his Senate grilling
Shaw declined to directly answer what Norfolk Southern would specifically do for affected families in Thursday's congressional testimony.
Americans were happier than ever in 2020. Then came COVID.
In January 2020, a long-running Gallup poll found 90 percent of American respondents broadly satisfied with their lives, the highest quotient of contentment in nearly a half-century of polling.&nbs…
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Eastern Congo hit by rebel attacks; 45 civilians killed
Local authorities say the death toll from several attacks this week by extremist rebels in eastern Congo has risen to at least 45 people.
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Ron DeSantis makes first trip to Iowa as he flirts with a 2024 presidential run
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis makes his first ever trip to Iowa, the state that leads off GOP presidential nominating calendar, sparking more speculation he will launch a 2024 White House run.
Ex-Trump aide Peter Navarro ordered to turn over hundreds of emails to the National Archives
A judge said Navarro must turn over 200 to 250 emails he sent during the Trump administration using a private account instead of his official White House email.
www.nbcnews.comSaudi Arabia Thought Golf Could Save Its Image. It Whiffed.
If the LIV Golf startup was meant to rebrand the kingdom, a year of foreign agent controversies, 9/11 evocations, and events at Trump properties hasn’t helped.
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Biden officials say 'resilient' banking system can withstand Silicon Valley Bank collapse
Treasury Secretary Yellen met with regulators to discuss the biggest bank failure since 2008, and the chair of the White House Council of Economic Advisers briefed reporters.
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US trains West African militaries as jihadi threat spreads
As extremist violence in West Africa’s Sahel region spreads south toward coastal states, the United States military has launched its annual military training exercise which will help armies contain the jihadi threat.
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You should change your password now on these 5 platforms
Have you ever received an email saying one of your accounts has been compromised and you need to update your security information?
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Visa, Mastercard put tracking of gun shop purchases on hold
The move is a significant win for conservative groups and Second Amendment advocates who said tracking gun shop purchases would inadvertently discriminate against legal firearms purchases.
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Colombia, ELN rebels hail progress in second round of peace talks
ELN official says two sides took ‘first steps’ towards a temporary ceasefire as negotiations in Mexico City conclude.
Australia aims to bolster security, economic ties with India
NEW DELHI (AP) — The prime ministers of India and Australia on Friday expressed concern over an “increasingly uncertain global security environment" and committed themselves to strengthening their defense and security partnership to ensure stability in the Indo-Pacific.
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Tennessee lieutenant governor, 79, comments on young gay man's racy Instagram photos
A spokesperson said conservative Lt. Gov. Randy McNally “is a prolific social media commenter” and “enjoys interacting with constituents.”
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New Mexico seeks limits on release of police body-cam video
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — New Mexico's House of Representatives has endorsed new limitations on public access to police body-camera video when it captures images of nudity, violence, injury or death.
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Trump Is Losing His Grip on the Grassroots
A new survey of GOP leaders shows Ron DeSantis edging out the former president.
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Defective, loose wheels at risk of derailment discovered on Norfolk Southern rail cars
A series of rail cars that Norfolk Southern recently put into service have been discovered to have defective, loose wheels.
How the SVB collapse explains the economy
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Poland lawmakers back EU-sought liberalized wind energy law
Poland’s lawmakers have agreed to relax the rules for installing onshore wind turbines. Members of the lower house of Poland’s parliament voted 231-209 with two abstentions to allow turbines to be erected no closer than 700 meters (766 yards) from houses.
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Colin Kaepernick calls out adoptive parents’ racism as he promotes new graphic novel | CNN
Former NFL quarterback Colin Kaepernick accused his White adoptive parents of perpetuating racism in their household in an interview with CBS’ Adriana Diaz on Thursday.
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Manchin makes his moves: Tweaking Biden and courting GOP
The West Virginia centrist is tweaking the Biden administration and staying open to a Republican collaboration on permitting. But ... is he running? He won't say.
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Italy responds to 3 boats in distress with 1,300 migrants
MILAN (AP) — The Italian coast guard responded Friday to three boats carrying more than 1,300 migrants that were “in danger” in the Mediterranean Sea off Italy’s southern coast, officials said.
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King Charles grants Prince Edward Duke of Edinburgh title
The King gives his youngest brother the title on the prince's 59th birthday.
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Timeline: Iran and Saudi Arabia, from rivalry to rapprochement
Iran and Saudi Arabia have had an adversarial history. Here’s a look at recent important events in their relations.
Macron insists pension reform is needed, despite protests
PARIS (AP) — French President Emmanuel Macron insisted on the need for raising the retirement age from 62 to 64 in order to make the French pension system financially sustainable in the coming years, in a letter to workers’ unions released Friday.
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Russia-Ukraine war in maps and charts: Live Tracker
As the Russian offensive enters its 153rd week, we track where battles are taking place and the human cost of the war.
15 budget asks that are actually Biden's reelection pitch
The president looked to reinforce his image as an ally of working families, calling for measures to counter Chinese aggression, save Medicare from insolvency and tackle tax loopholes.
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Grossi set for second term at helm of UN nuclear watchdog
The head of the International Atomic Energy Agency is set for another four-year term at the helm of the United Nations’ nuclear watchdog as it grapples with monitoring Iran’s nuclear activities and tries to shore up the safety of power plants in Ukraine.
apnews.comJudge in Trump rape defamation case allows 'Access Hollywood' tape as evidence
Trump is accused of raping the writer E. Jean Carroll decade ago and defaming her when she went public with her allegations during his White House tenure.
New York prosecutors signal Trump may face criminal charges from Stormy Daniels scandal
Former President Donald Trump may be criminally charged by New York prosecutors after his lawyers were informed that he is welcome to appear before a grand jury next week.
How Ukrainians are battling the cold during Russia’s war
Al Jazeera speaks to people in Ukraine who are enduring cold temperatures without regular heat or electricity.
Erdogan sets May 14 election date as he seeks to extend rule
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has formally set the country’s parliamentary and presidential elections for May 14.
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Man convicted of killing California college student Kristin Smart in 1996 sentenced to 25 years to life
Smart's remains have never been found, but she was declared legally dead in 2002.
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Resort near Lake Tahoe changes name from term offensive to Native Americans | CNN
A popular California resort near Lake Tahoe has changed its long-standing name and logo from one that’s offensive to many Native Americans to the Everline Resort & Spa, the resort announced in a news release this week.
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Haiti police pursue new suspects in presidential slaying
Authorities in Haiti have identified new suspects in the July 2021 killing of President Jovenel Moïse. These include a pastor and a well-known gang leader.
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China rejects Canada ‘smears’ amid covert ‘police stations’ probe
Beijing says Ottawa harming its reputation as police investigate alleged Chinese-run ‘police stations’ in Quebec.
Tutankhamun’s final 100 days revealed
The final 100 days of ancient Egypt's most astonishing ruler: Tutankhamun.
www.bbc.comSenegal's ex-prime minister in custody after criticism
Senegal’s former prime minister was taken into custody after questioning the country’s president about funding a French politician during a recent visit.
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Italy launches rescue for hundreds of refugees on boats
About 1,300 people in danger off Calabria, where 73 recently drowned, sparking scrutiny of Italy’s rescue operations.
China accuses Canada of smearing over secret police stations
China has accused Canada of smearing its reputation over allegations China is secretly operating two overseas Chinese police stations in Quebec.
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North Carolina lawmakers intervene to defend abortion pill restrictions in case testing FDA power
A North Carolina physician sued the state in January to block its restrictions on mifepristone because they go beyond FDA regulations.
Pandemic 3 years later: Has the COVID-19 virus won?
It’s been three years since the World Health Organization's first called COVID-19 a pandemic on March 11, 2020.
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House votes 419-0 to declassify intelligence on COVID-19 origins, sending bill to Biden's desk
The bill requires the declassification of information about possible links between the origins of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Wuhan Institute of Virology.
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‘Misinformation’: Biden administration responds to Florida COVID vaccine letter
Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo wrote the federal government warning of the vaccine’s risks in February.
FDA approves Pfizer's new nasal spray treatment for migraines
The FDA approved Pfizer's newest drug on the migraine market, Zavzpret (zavegepant), the first and only migraine treatment offered in a nasal spray.
Republicans allege Biden admin may have tried to 'cut corners' on FDA's COVID vax approval process
Republicans accuse the Biden administration of “wrongly” compressing the timeline for vaccine approval process in order to implement mandates nationwide.
What's your current risk of getting long Covid? Estimates hover around 5%-10%
Seven researchers investigating the prevalence of long Covid in the U.S. said the current risk for vaccinated people is probably 10% or less.
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Florida abortion ban could have impact beyond the state
A stricter abortion ban under consideration for Florida could have practical implications for women throughout the South and political implications for Gov.
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Pfizer says the FDA has approved its migraine nasal spray Zavzpret
Drugmaker plans to roll out the drug, which it says can relieve migraine symptoms in 30 minutes, to pharmacies in July.
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Chinese city Xi'an draws backlash with flu lockdown proposal
Xi'an says it may turn to lockdowns - a measure criticised as "excessive" after strict Covid controls.
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New study finds symptoms that join list of Long Covid complaints
A scientist said the virus can be 'destructive,' even among those considered healthy or who have had mild infections
Rand Paul blasts Fauci after freeze-out allegations: a ‘fact’ Fauci ‘convinced’ scientists to change minds
Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., blasted Dr. Anthony Fauci after the latter disputed allegations of freezing out a former CDC director from a conference call on the origins of COVID-19.
Trouble sleeping? New survey finds dissatisfying sleep is linked to more depressive symptoms
We know sleep impacts our mental health and well-being, but a new poll from the National Sleep Foundation is showing just how much.
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FDA Shows COVID Vaccines Are Still Safe, Effective and Keep Economy Open
FDA-approved COVID-19 vaccines are safe and effective. They help keep our economy open and workforce healthy. Plus, we outline tips for staying up to date on your boosters.
Omicron Variant Less Likely To Lead To Long Covid - KFF Health News
Research out of Switzerland suggests that the omicron variant is less likely to lead to long covid. In other news, more research on metformin's effect on long covid.
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US requires new info on breast density with all mammograms
U.S. women getting mammograms will soon receive information about their breast density because of new government rules. The regulations were announced Thursday.
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Eating too much salt can be deadly. Here's how to cut down.
People are still eating too much salt, according to a new World Health Organization report, and that can take a serious toll on health. Here are tips to reduce your sodium intake.
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Allergy season: Tips for dealing with early spring pollen and allergy symptoms
Allergy sufferers are dealing with symptoms even sooner than usual amid an early onslaught of tree pollen. Here's some advice for coping with seasonal allergies.
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Mediterranean, MIND diets linked to fewer Alzheimer's signs in brain, study finds
People who follow Mediterranean or MIND diets may have fewer signs of Alzheimer's disease in their brain tissue, according to a new study.
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Hawley tells Xi to come clean about COVID origins as his bill goes to Biden's desk: 'Time is up'
Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Mo., sent a letter to Chinese President Xi Jinping telling him to come clean about the origins of COVID-19 ahead of his bill hitting President Biden's desk.
COVID-19 three years later: Getting used to a new normal in North Texas
Three years ago, the first COVID-19 cases were detected in North Texas. CBS News Texas' Kennedi Walker reflects on how things have changed since then.
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