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Tucker Carlson amplifies Jan. 6 lies with GOP-provided video
WASHINGTON (AP) — Handed some 41,000 hours of Jan. 6 security footage, Fox News’ Tucker Carlson has launched an impassioned new effort to explain away the deadly Capitol attack, linking the Republican Party ever more closely to pro-Trump conspiracy theories about the 2021 riot.
Republicans push back on Tucker Carlson's claims about Jan. 6 assault: "Just a lie"
"It's bulls**t," Sen. Thom Tillis said.
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Plunge in border crossings could blunt GOP attack on Biden
A sharp drop in illegal border crossings since December may be blunting a Republican point of attack against President Joe Biden as the Democratic leader moves to reshape a broken asylum system that has dogged him and his predecessors.
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Rupert Murdoch said Trump, Giuliani were 'both increasingly mad' in wake of 2020 election, new documents show
Fox Corp. chairman Rupert Murdoch privately bashed Donald Trump and his attorney, Rudy Giuliani, following the 2020 election, according to newly released court records.
'I hate him passionately': Tucker Carlson was fed up with Trump after the 2020 election
Hundreds of pages of exhibits were the latest documents to be unsealed as part of Dominion Voting Systems' $1.6 billion defamation lawsuit against Fox News.
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House GOP tries to scuttle resolution supporting Ukraine
AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) — Fifty-three Maine House Republicans voted Tuesday against a resolution of support for Ukraine, underscoring a partisan division over U.S. policy of punishing Russia for its invasion and aiding Ukraine's defense.
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‘People linked to Ukraine probably did it’
The story of the day is about how U.S. intelligence currently points to a “pro-Ukraine group” destroying the Nord Stream pipelines last September.
www.politico.comFox chair Murdoch says 2020 election was fair: court filings
Fox Corp. Chairman Rupert Murdoch said under oath that he believes the 2020 presidential election was free, fair and not stolen, according to court filings released Tuesday in a lawsuit over Fox News’ coverage of former President Donald Trump’s unfounded election fraud claims. “The election was...
Kevin McCarthy speaks on controversy over giving Jan. 6 footage to Tucker Carlson
Kevin McCarthy is standing by his decision to grant Fox News host Tucker Carlson access to the raw security footage from Jan. 6
North Korea warns U.S. against intercepting its test missiles
North Korea said any move to shoot down one of its test missiles would be considered a declaration of war and blamed a joint military exercise between the United States and South Korea for growing tensions, state media KCNA said on Tuesday.
McConnell says Fox News made ‘a mistake’ by underplaying violence of Jan. 6
Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) says Fox News made “a mistake” by depicting Jan. 6, 2021, as a largely peaceful if chaotic protest, a revision of history that the Capitol Police chie…
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Insight: Studying Ukraine war, China's military minds fret over US missiles, Starlink
China needs the capability to shoot down low-earth-orbit Starlink satellites and defend tanks and helicopters against shoulder-fired Javelin missiles, according to Chinese military researchers studying Russia's struggles in Ukraine in planning for possible conflict with U.S.-led forces in Asia.
McCarthy says he doesn’t regret sharing Jan. 6 footage with Tucker Carlson
Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) said he does not regret sharing footage from the Jan. 6, 2021, attack on the Capitol with Fox News’ Tucker Carlson despite receiving bipartisan blowback, arguing t…
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Military veteran convicted of obstruction in Capitol riot
A federal judge has convicted a military veteran of storming the U.S. Capitol to stop Congress from certifying President Joe Biden’s 2020 electoral victory. U.S.
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China, US heading for 'conflict and confrontation,' foreign minister warns
Chinese Minister of Foreign Affairs Qin Gang accused the United States of pushing Taiwan to the brink of destruction by interfering with Chinese claims of sovereignty over the island.
Two dead, two alive after Americans kidnapped in Mexico
Two survivors are delivered back to the United States, after Mexico confirms the fatalities.
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'Bulls---': GOP senators rebuke Tucker Carlson for downplaying Jan. 6 as 'mostly peaceful'
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell called the Fox News host's portrayal a "mistake," while Sen. Kevin Cramer said it was “just a lie” to compare Jan. 6 to a peaceful protest.
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What Fox News hosts allegedly said privately versus on-air about false election fraud claims
According to court documents, here's a look at what Fox News stars were privately saying about election fraud claims -- versus what they were saying on-air to viewers.
White House backs bipartisan bill that could be used to ban TikTok
The White House endorsed the RESTRICT Act, calling it “a systematic framework for addressing technology-based threats to the security and safety of Americans.”
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McCarthy goes on offense, forcing Senate Democrats into tough votes
Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-Calif.) is showing he can play offense against vulnerable Senate Democrats by forcing them to take tough votes, driving a wedge between red state Democrats up for reelecti…
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SEC’s Gensler rejects crypto’s threat to move overseas
“The path to compliance is clear,” he said in an interview.
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Lawmakers, Capitol Police chief blast Fox News' Tucker Carlson over Jan. 6 footage
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy gave Tucker Carlson of Fox News access to thousands of hours of Capitol security footage from Jan. 6, 2021.
Tucker Carlson’s Jan. 6 footage sparks bipartisan outrage
Fox News host Tucker Carlson whipped up a firestorm Tuesday on Capitol Hill, sparking bipartisan backlash and igniting tensions with Capitol Police by downplaying the Jan. 6 Capitol riot on his pri…
thehill.comTrump, Vowing 'Retribution,' Foretells a Second Term of Spite
Donald Trump has for decades trafficked in the language of vengeance, from his days as a New York developer vowing “an eye for an eye” in the real estate business to ticking through an enemies ledger in 2022 as he sought to oust every last Republican who voted for his impeachment. “Four down and...
Biden to host April state visit for South Korean leader Yoon
President Joe Biden will host the second state visit of his administration next month, honoring South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol.
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Russia kills civilians in first huge missile wave for weeks
Ukraine said the attack included six Kinzhal hypersonic cruise missiles.
Trump considering Kari Lake for 2024 running mate: report
Former President Donald Trump is reportedly looking to gain votes from White suburban women and is considering a female running mate in 2024, including Arizona's Kari Lake.
New report suggests pro-Ukraine groups behind Nord Stream attacks
New York Times says new intelligence seen by US officials suggests opponents of Vladimir Putin behind pipeline attacks.
Schumer joins Republicans in backing reversal of controversial DC crime bill
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) announced Tuesday he will join Republicans in backing a resolution to overturn a controversial Washington, D.C., crime law.
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Tucker Carlson, with video provided by Speaker McCarthy, falsely depicts Jan. 6 riot as a peaceful gathering
Some Republicans are looking to the tapes for vindication. Others say it's a mistake for the party to look backward to Jan. 6, particularly after election deniers lost many 2022 races.
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Russia-Ukraine updates: Putin says war was ‘unleashed’ on Russia
Live updates on Russia's war in neighboring Ukraine.
DeSantis' approach to a possible 6-week abortion ban in Florida could torpedo his shot at the presidency
Republican presidential candidates are typically anti-abortion, but enacting an all-out ban could be unpopular in a post-Roe America.
DeSantis presses Biden to grant Covid waiver for Novak Djokovic
The top-ranked tennis star, who has refused to receive a Covid vaccine, isn’t allowed to enter the U.S. because the CDC requires all foreign air travelers be fully vaccinated.
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Tester rails against 'multi-millionaires' in re-election bid launch, but disclosures reveal his own wealth
Democratic Montana Sen. Jon Tester railed against "multi-millionaires" during his campaign kickoff speech, despite federal filings showing he's a millionaire himself.
'Foreign technology threats': Commerce secretary could ban TikTok under bipartisan bill
The bipartisan bill designates six countries as foreign adversaries which could be affected: China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Venezuela and Cuba.
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Capitol Police chief slams Carlson's comments about Jan. 6 video as 'offensive and misleading' in internal memo
Capitol Police Chief Thomas Manger said Fox News host Tucker Carlson's program was "filled with offensive and misleading conclusions" about Jan. 6.
Suspects of group that destroyed Russian plane detained: Belarus
Belarusian anti-government activists last month said they had blown up a Russian military surveillance aircraft.
Fed's Powell sets the table for higher and possibly faster rate hikes
The comments were Powell's first since inflation unexpectedly jumped in January, and marked a stark acknowledgement that the "disinflationary process" he spoke of repeatedly in a Feb. 1 news conference was not unfolding smoothly.
In reversal, Biden weighs detaining migrant families
The Biden administration is considering detaining migrant families who cross into the U.S. illegally as it prepares to end COVID-19 restrictions at the U.S.
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Republicans claim Biden cut Medicare by billions, but experts say that's not the case
One expert said the claim President Biden cut Medicare funding is "absolutely ludicrous."
CPAC spotlights Republican rift over war in Ukraine
Former President Donald Trump and his strongest supporters used the Conservative Political Action Conference (CPAC) last week to rail against U.S. aid to Ukraine, spotlighting how the war is e…
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Ukraine military identifies soldier seen in grisly war video
A man who appeared to be shot dead by Russian-speakers in a short video has been tentatively identified as a missing Ukrainian soldier.
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Powell's tense moment with Elizabeth Warren
Powell suggested that he’s still holding out hope that joblessness won’t have to rise significantly.
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DeSantis appoints Disney special district board: Here are the members
Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) has made his recommendations for members of a state-controlled board district that will oversee the 25,000 acres of land surrounding Walt Disney World. His recommendations are still pending state Senate confirmation.
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Israeli forces kill six Palestinians in latest raid on Jenin
At least 11 people wounded, including two with serious injuries, the Palestinian health ministry says.
Capitol Police Chief Thomas Manger blasts Fox News' Tucker Carlson over Jan. 6 video
Capitol Police Chief Thomas Manger said Tucker Carlson "cherry-picked" video from calmer moments of the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol riot.
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U.S. judge rules Missouri state gun law is unconstitutional
A Missouri state law that declared several federal gun laws "invalid" is unconstitutional, a U.S. federal judge ruled on Tuesday, handing the U.S. Justice Department a victory in its bid to get the law tossed out.
Capitol Police chief says Tucker Carlson's Jan. 6 broadcast "filled with offensive and misleading conclusions"
"TV commentary will not record the truth for our history books. The justice system will. The truth and justice are on our side," Thomas Manger wrote.
www.cbsnews.comSanders' school voucher plan gets Arkansas lawmakers' OK
Arkansas lawmakers on Tuesday approved a education overhaul that creates a new school voucher program, handing a major policy win to Republican Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders that critics said could threaten support for public schools. The Republican-held Senate voted 26-8 to send to Sanders the...
Anger at police, and hints of a plan, as Proud Boys marched toward Capitol
Prosecutors in the seditious conspiracy trial spent Tuesday walking jurors through footage of the group’s approach to the Capitol.
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4 Kentucky GOP governor candidates make pitches in TV debate
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Four of the candidates running in Kentucky's Republican gubernatorial primary staked out positions Tuesday night on medical marijuana legalization and whether the state's anti-abortion laws should be relaxed to allow more exceptions to the near-total ban.
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Trans women can compete in USA Powerlifting, ruling says
"I am thrilled that this ruling recognizes our rights and our humanity and hopefully opens doors for transgender athletes everywhere to participate fully in sports," athlete JayCee Cooper wrote.
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McConnell breaks with McCarthy on Jan. 6 footage and calls Tucker Carlson segment a ‘mistake’
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) called Tucker Carlson’s segment on Jan. 6 “a mistake for Fox News,” a sharp contrast from House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA), who supplied Carlson with the exclusive footage from the day of the attack that aired on Monday night.
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New York Republicans go to all-out war against Santos
And the embattled fabulist is going to the mattresses himself as his colleagues try to push him out: “They can’t control me,” he said in an interview.
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Elon Musk apologizes after mocking laid-off Twitter employee
SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — If you’re not told you are fired, are you really fired? At Twitter, probably. And then, sometimes, you get your job back — if you want it. Haraldur Thorleifsson, who unti…
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Family of Capitol Police officer Brian Sicknick, top Democrats lambaste Fox News and Tucker Carlson over Jan. 6 portrayal
Carlson was given exclusive access to a trove of 41,000 hours of Capitol and police surveillance footage from Jan. 6 as part of an agreement with House Speaker Kevin McCarthy.
www.cbsnews.comIn Oklahoma, a Freshman Republican Makes the Case for Deep Spending Cuts
OKMULGEE, Okla. — Rep. Josh Brecheen, a first-term Republican, begins each town hall meeting in his sprawling district here in eastern Oklahoma the same way: with a blistering, roughly half-hour broadside about the crisis posed by the nation’s debt and the lengths to which he is prepared to go...
For clues about a Ron DeSantis campaign agenda, look to the Florida Legislature
With firm Republican control of the Legislature, the governor will easily be able to push through his top priorities as he explores a presidential campaign.
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Graham says he will introduce bill to ‘set the stage’ for US to use military force in Mexico
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) on Monday said he was prepared to introduce legislation to “set the stage” for U.S. military force in Mexico, saying it was time to “get tough” …
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Supreme Court denies petition from Florida city to toss atheists' First Amendment suit over prayer vigil
The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday handed atheists a temporary win by rejecting a the City of Ocala, Florida's request to toss a lawsuit over a prayer vigil.
DeSantis vows legislative session will be "most productive yet," as he mulls potential 2024 campaign
The GOP-led Legislature will be considering far-reaching legislation on abortion, the death penalty, guns, defamation lawsuits and sex identity in schools.
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FBI worked secretly with hospitals to strip US citizens' gun rights, documents show
EXCLUSIVE — The FBI coordinated secretly with hospitals and medical centers to strip U.S. citizens of their rights to own, buy, or even use firearms, according to a trove of internal documents obtained by the Washington Examiner.
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U.S. military eyes mounting Western air-to-air missiles on Ukrainian MiGs
The effort, if successful, could be part of a solution to Kyiv’s need for additional firepower and air defenses.
www.politico.comMurdoch said Fox News hosts should say the election is over 'to stop the Trump myth' that it was stolen
New court documents reveal Fox News Chairman Rupert Murdoch discussed having primetime anchors make a statement that Joe Biden won the election.
Yoon: Forced labor plan crucial for better ties with Japan
South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol is defending his government’s contentious plan to use local funds to compensate Koreans enslaved by Japanese companies before the end of World War II.
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Senators propose bill giving president, commerce secretary power to ban TikTok
Sen. Mark Warner has cited concerns voiced by many lawmakers that the video-sharing app could be used as a propaganda tool of the Chinese Communist Party.
President Joe Biden's budget proposal will include tax increases. What are they?
President Biden will propose raising the Medicare tax rate for those earning above $400,000 - a move he says will bolster its fiscal health.
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New Minnesota law allows driver's licenses for illegal immigrants
Democratic Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz signed off on a legislative proposal to allow more than 80,000 non-U.S. citizens to receive driver's licenses.
As Ukrainians fleeing Russia's invasion settle in Canada, some wonder if they'll ever return
As Russia invaded Ukraine, millions fled as refugees. Some Ukrainians who've made lives in Canada said they may never return home.
Rupert Murdoch: Hannity, Ingraham ‘went too far’ in promoting Trump’s false claims about 2020 election
Rupert Murdoch, owner and co-chairman of Fox Corp., worried to Fox News Media CEO Suzanne Scott that top hosts Sean Hannity and Laura Ingraham “went too far” in endorsing former Preside…
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'Oh my daughter': Volunteer medic, 29, buried in Ukraine
Just over a week ago, Associated Press journalists filmed 29-year-old Yana Rikhlitska as she helped treat wounded soldiers in a field hospital outside the city of Bakhmut in eastern Ukraine.
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Biden's former antitrust guru issues a warning
The movement is at a high-water mark, says former White House adviser Tim Wu — but it can't count on Congress for whatever comes next.
www.politico.comWild Bribery Allegations Are Tearing The Arizona GOP Apart
For the past two weeks, accusations of bribery, money laundering and Mexican drug cartel string-pulling have led to infighting among Republican lawmakers.
White House backs Senate bill to boost US ability to ban TikTok
The White House backed legislation introduced on Tuesday by a dozen senators to give the administration new powers to ban Chinese-owned video app TikTok and other foreign-based technologies if they pose national security threats.
Federal judge rules Missouri gun law is unconstitutional
The Justice Department sued last year over the state law, which declared “invalid” several federal gun regulations that don’t have equivalent statutes in Missouri.
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Oklahoma votes down recreational marijuana
Oklahoma voters have rejected a measure that would have legalized recreational marijuana in the state.
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Viral social media trend calls for Biden to #StopWillow, a controversial oil drilling plan in Alaska
The project has bipartisan support but has been criticized by locals and environmental groups.
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California governor won't deliver State of the State speech
California Gov. Gavin Newsom will not give a State of the State address this year. He will instead travel the state on a four-day tour to highlight his major policy priorities.
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California Gov. Newsom took 'personal trip' to Baja California during devastating winter storms
California Gov. Gavin Newsom, who faced criticism for leaving the state last week during record-breaking winter storms, has returned from Baja California, Mexico, his office says.
Biden unveils new Medicare plan as part of broader budget rollout
The Medicare plan is part of the White House’s overall budget proposal set to be released later this week as a battle brews on Capitol Hill over the debt ceiling.
South Korea: Kim's daughter enjoys horseback riding, skiing
South Korea’s spy agency has told lawmakers that the recently unveiled daughter of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is being home-schooled and spends her leisure time horseback riding, skiing and swimming.
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Justice Department files lawsuit to block JetBlue's $3.8 billion deal for Spirit
Regulators say the proposed merger, which would create the fifth-largest U.S. carrier, threatens airline industry competition.
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Filler-Corn, Lewis join Virginia General Assembly exodus
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — Two more Virginia state legislators, one of them a former House speaker, announced plans Tuesday to step down after their current terms end, bringing to at least 20 the number of lawmakers retiring rather than seeking re-election under new electoral maps.
apnews.comDeSantis vows legislative session will be "most productive yet," as he mulls potential 2024 campaign
The GOP-led Legislature will be considering far-reaching legislation on abortion, the death penalty, guns, defamation lawsuits and sex identity in schools.
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Russia says it is considering a challenge to US nominee to head World Bank
Russia is consulting with its allies about challenging the U.S. nominee to head the World Bank, Moscow's top representative at the bank said on Tuesday, a move that could complicate what was expected to be a smooth succession process.
Progressive, Asian Pacific American, Hispanic caucus leaders urge Biden to reject migrant family detentions
The heads of the House Progressive, Asian Pacific American and Hispanic caucuses urged President Biden on Tuesday to reject the reinstatement of a policy assigning migrant families to detention cen…
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The privacy loophole in your doorbell
Police were investigating his neighbor. A judge gave officers access to all his security-camera footage, including inside his home.
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Nikki Haley fires back at Pompeo: 'I was a damn good UN ambassador'
Republican presidential hopeful Nikki Haley fired back at fellow Trump administration alum Mike Pompeo over conjecture that she was jockeying for the vice presidency.
www.washingtonexaminer.comFarmers call for climate action in farm bill at Washington rally
Hundreds of farmers and climate activists rallied in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday to call for significant climate provisions in the farm spending bill Congress hopes to pass this year. Agriculture contributes about 9% of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions according to the Environmental Protection...
Deaths of US citizens puts pressure on Biden over handling of Mexican cartels
The kidnapping in Mexico this week of four U.S. citizens that left two of them dead has renewed the focus on the politically charged issue of southern border security and prompted calls from some l…
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Jim Jordan subpoenas former head of DHS disinformation board
The House Judiciary Committee chairman called on Nina Jankowicz to sit for a deposition about the board that drew GOP scrutiny before it shut down last year.
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McCarthy defends release of Jan. 6 footage to Tucker Carlson
Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) defended his decision to release footage of the Jan. 6 Capitol riot to Fox News host Tucker Carlson on Tuesday, splitting with Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY), who blasted the move after the conservative media personality downplayed the severity of the…
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Kevin McCarthy intends to restore order to GOP House following 2022 Midterm elections
House Speaker Kevin McCarthy looks to end both internal and external conflict in order for Republicans to run the House in a way that best serves the American people.
Austin makes surprise trip to Baghdad
Austin’s trip comes ahead of the 20th anniversary of the invasion of Iraq led by the United States.
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Wall Street wobbles to mixed close, Treasury yields inch higher as Powell concludes testimony
The S&P 500 ended an indecisive session with a nominal increase and Treasury yields edged up on Wednesday as a spate of economic data appeared to support Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's reassertion, in his second day of congressional testimony, that the central bank would continue to...
DeSantis delivers annual state of state — with an eye to 2024
His agenda is energizing the GOP base.
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Dominion Voting sued Fox News for defamation over election fraud claims: What we know
Dominion filed a series of defamation lawsuits against key election deniers, suggesting their unfounded claims caused “severe damage” to the company.
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NTSB opens investigation into Norfolk Southern safety practices after train derailments
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) is launching an investigation into Norfolk Southern’s safety practices as the company faces increasing scrutiny following a string of train der…
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Oklahoma voters reject legalizing recreational marijuana
Oklahoma voters have rejected a state question to allow recreational use of marijuana. The state question was the only issue on the ballot Tuesday.
apnews.comU.S. DOJ asks for stiff sentences for straw gun buyers, despite racial disparities
A U.S. Department of Justice official on Tuesday urged a panel to swiftly comply with a congressional directive to increase prison sentences for so-called straw purchasers of guns, despite concerns that doing so might disproportionately impact Black people. Gary Restaino, the top federal...
Pennsylvania House sets May special election date for vacant GOP seat
The Pennsylvania House of Representatives has set a special election for May 16 to replace former Republican Rep. Lynda Schlegel Culver.
Why Bakhmut has taken center stage in war in Ukraine
Bakhmut has been the focus of a Russian attacks for six months in the war’s longest and bloodiest battle.
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Justice Dept. arrests hit 1,000 in connection with Jan. 6, and new accusations surface in latest prosecutions
A new wave of cases, many of which involve higher-level charges of assaults against police, continues to expand a prosecution that is already the largest in American history.
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Comer claims it was a 'mistake' for Trump not to bomb Mexican meth labs
Rep. James Comer (R-KY) said it was a mistake for former President Donald Trump not to bomb fentanyl and crystal meth labs in Mexico despite the country being an ally of the United States.
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Bipartisan group of senators unveil bill targeting TikTok, other foreign tech companies
The White House said it supports the legislation, the first time it has formally endorsed a plan that could lead to a ban on TikTok.
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At least 6 Palestinians killed during Israeli West Bank raid
Palestinian health officials say at least six Palestinians were killed and two dozen others were wounded in an Israeli army raid in the Jenin refugee camp in the occupied West Bank.
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Senate to grill Federal Reserve chief Jerome Powell on efforts to tame inflation
Fed chair expected to reinforce his commitment to continue pushing up borrowing costs to rein in inflation.
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Costa Rica ponders ways to sustain reforestation success
Costa Rica went from having one of the world’s highest deforestation rates in the 1980s to a nation centered on ecotourism.
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Elon Musk apologises to sacked Twitter worker over online row
The firm's boss says sorry to fired employee Halli Thorleifsson and appears to offer him his job back.
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Democrat Jamaal Bowman calls DeSantis’ parental rights push ‘a sham’ and urges Biden to ‘speak up’ to support public education
"Our vision setting is much more powerful than their nonsense," Bowman, a former middle school principal, says of Republican rhetoric.
Exclusive: After $15 bln award, sultan's heirs target Malaysian properties in Paris
French bailiffs attempted to enforce a seizure order on three Paris properties owned by the Malaysian government in a case linked to a $15 billion court award to descendants of a former sultan, according to the heirs' lawyers and court documents seen by Reuters.
Von der Leyen brings charm offensive to Canada
European Commission president praises allies for 'going way beyond' for Ukraine
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Ivey calls session on relief funds, proposes tax rebates
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — Alabama Gov. Kay Ivey on Tuesday used her annual State of the State address to call an anticipated special session on pandemic relief funds and propose one-time tax rebates of up to $400 per taxpayer and $800 for families.
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Investigation opened into Honduran nationals who allegedly killed and planned to eat bald eagle
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Office of Law Enforcement has opened an investigation into two suspected illegal immigrants who allegedly killed a bald eagle with the intent of cooking it and eating it for dinner.
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Russian activist gets prison sentence for Ukraine posts
A court in Moscow has sentenced a student activist to 8 1/2 years in prison for social media posts criticizing Russia’s war in Ukraine
Israeli military caught up in divide over Netanyahu's plan
A contentious judicial overhaul plan that has divided Israel is also tearing at what Israeli Jews see as the country’s main unifying force: the military.
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First blood drawn in KY GOP primary as Kelly Craft allies blast 'soft establishment teddy bear' Daniel Cameron
Allies of former U.N. Ambassador Kelly Craft launched an attack on sitting Kentucky Attorney General Daniel Cameron this week, the first negative attacks of the gubernatorial primary.
Sri Lanka leader says IMF deal imminent after China's pledge
Sri Lanka’s president says China has given crucial debt restructuring assurances that mean the bankrupt nation could get its bailout package approved soon.
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Oklahoma non-binary Democrat censured for harboring fugitive in state capitol office
An Oklahoma state legislator was censured Tuesday for harboring a person wanted for questioning after allegedly assaulting a trooper and House representative last week.
Chinese minister warns of conflict unless US changes course
China's foreign minister has warned that Beijing and Washington are headed for “conflict and confrontation” if the U.S. doesn’t change course.
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Japan runs record current account deficit in January
Japan logged its largest current account deficit ever in January as a combination of global slowdown and China's Lunar New Year holidays undermined the country's ability to earn from trade.
WATCH: JJ Redick chastises NBA champion for implying MVP voters are racist
Former NBA star JJ Redick chastised ESPN's First Take and 2008 NBA Champion Kendrick Perkins on Tuesday following Perkins's apparent implication that racial bias plays a factor in the voting for the NBA's MVP award.
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House Republicans seek more information about classified documents found in Biden's private office
House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer's request came after committee interviewed the top lawyer at the National Archives.
www.cbsnews.comBiden budget proposal would increase Medicare tax for Americans earning more than $400K
The Medicare tax rate would increase to 5% from 3.8% on earned and unearned income for wealthier Americans, according to a preview of Biden's budget.
UN rights chief cites 'communication' about issues in China
The new U.N. human rights chief says his office has opened “channels of communication” to help follow up on concerns about the rights of minorities in China, including Uyghur Muslims and Tibetans.
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Biden's reported move to detain migrant families marks latest rightward shift ahead of Title 42's end
The Biden administration's reported consideration of migrant family detention at the southern border is sparking fresh anger from the administration's left flank.
Man accused of attempting to open plane door allegedly tried to attack jail guards
A passenger accused of trying to open a plane emergency exit door and stabbing a flight attendant allegedly tried to attack two guards in jail on Tuesday, sources said.
Von der Leyen, Trudeau tout ‘green alliance’ before Biden visits
European Commission president says Europe is eager to ‘de-risk’ dependency on China.
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How passengers teamed up to restrain man on chaotic flight
A passenger who helped restrain a threatening man on a weekend flight from Los Angeles to Boston says the entire chaotic episode was over within seconds thanks to teamwork.
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Obama-era consumer protections could be overruled by SCOTUS. Here’s what’s at stake.
The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, the Obama-era consumer watchdog formed in response to the 2008 financial crisis, finds itself facing another existential threat. The Supreme Court recently…
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2 Americans kidnapped in Mexico found dead, 2 rescued alive and back in US
Two of the four Americans kidnapped in Mexico have been found dead, while the other two have been found alive.
Joining other red states, Florida Republicans propose abortion ban beyond six weeks of pregnancy
The proposals come as the legality of the current 15-week is pending before the Florida Supreme Court, which said in January it would review the law.
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IRS investigating Employee Retention Credit claims and issues warning
The Internal Revenue Service warned taxpayers Tuesday to review Employee Retention Credit guidelines carefully before trying to claim the credit. It cited third parties encouraging people to claim the credit despite being ineligible for it as a reason for the warning.
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Canada doesn't want 'tit-for-tat' with US on green transition
Canada will boost investments in the green transition in this year's budget to compete with massive U.S. incentives, but the aim is to claim a portion of the growing clean-tech industry, not to go head-to-head with the world's biggest economy, a senior Canadian government source said.
SUPREME COURT NOTEBOOK: Justice Jackson gets hometown honor
The naming of a Miami-area street for Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson brings to four the number of sitting justices similarly honored.
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A photo shows the Pennsylvania Democrat working while still hospitalized for clinical depression.
Seven-figure ad campaign exposes billions in Biden's Medicare cuts after accusations GOP wants to slash
A conservative advocacy organization is pushing back against President Biden's proposed cuts to Medicare Advantage with a seven-figure ad campaign in 14 vulnerable Dem districts.
With Ozempic popularity on the rise, WW jumps into obesity drugs market
Weight Watchers announced the purchase of Sequence, a telehealth platform that can be used to prescribe weight-loss drugs like Ozempic.
Massachusetts auditor to review Legislature for first time since 1922
Democratic Massachusetts Auditor Diana DiZoglio on Tuesday announced a plan to conduct the first audit of the state's Legislature in over a century.
Qatar's top diplomat is sworn in as new prime minister
DUBAI, United Arab Emirates (AP) — Qatar's top diplomat was sworn in as the country's prime minister on Tuesday, replacing another member of the ruling family who had held the post since 2020, state news reported.
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Between the U.S. and Cuba, more cultural exchanges and engagement signal a modest shift in policy
Despite tensions over the imprisonment of Cuban protesters, there have recently been more cultural events and meetings of delegates of the two countries.
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Virginia lawmaker Matt Fariss charged in alleged hit-and-run
RICHMOND, Va. (AP) — A Virginia state lawmaker charged in what authorities are calling a hit-and-run swerved his SUV toward a woman after they argued, striking her and leaving her with minor injuries, according to police and allegations outlined in court documents.
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Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz agrees to testify to Senate committee, Bernie Sanders says
The committee was set to vote Wednesday to subpoena Schultz if he did not willingly agree to testify.
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SoFi Bank sues to block Biden's student loan payment pause
A private bank is trying to force the Biden administration to end its pause on federal student loan payments, arguing that the moratorium has no legal basis and has cost the bank millions of dollars in profits.
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Fox News presses White House on cartel killings: 'The president takes this very seriously' | Fox News Video
Fox News White House correspondent Peter Doocy grills White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on border security after two Americans were kidnapped and killed in Mexico.
SEE IT: Melissa McCarthy defends drag queens in viral post
Actress Melissa McCarthy took to social media on Monday to defend drag queens as they remain under increased scrutiny in some states.
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Kidnapping of Americans in Mexico show perils of cartel-run towns
“Do not go through any of these border crossings. It is a known ‘Do Not Travel zone,’” one former FBI special agent warned.
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Mississippi Senate OKs bill affecting majority-Black city
JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — The majority-white and Republican-led Mississippi Senate voted Tuesday to pass its version of a bill that would allow an expanded role for state police and appointed judges inside the majority-Black capital city of Jackson, which is led by Democrats.
apnews.comTikTok data collection, influence operations potential draw U.S. NSA concern
WASHINGTON (Reuters) -U.S. National Security Agency Director Paul Nakasone on Tuesday expressed concern during congressional testimony about Chinese-owned video app TikTok's data collection and potential to facilitate broad influence operations. Asked by Republican Senator Tommy Tuberville...
Ned Price stepping down as State Department spokesman
State Department spokesperson Ned Price will step down from his role in favor of a senior-level position.
McClellan becomes 1st Black woman for Virginia in Congress
Democrat Jennifer McClellan has been sworn into the U.S. House, becoming the first Black woman to represent Virginia in Congress.
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Larry Hogan won't close the door on third-party presidential bid in 2024
Former Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan, R, declined to close the door to a third-party bid after he said Sunday that he would not seek the 2024 GOP nomination.
Hundreds of sexual deepfake ads using Emma Watson’s face ran on Facebook and Instagram in the last two days
A deepfake app advertised itself on Meta platforms using faces of actors Watson and Scarlett Johansson.
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Georgia protests: Thousands on street for second day over 'foreign agent' bill
Thousands are protesting a controversial draft law which critics say limits press freedom and civil liberties.
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Gigi Sohn withdraws from the running for FCC commissioner
FCC nominations and confirmations are usually uneventful, but Sohn’s became a combative and drawn-out affair.
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Survivors of deadly Mexico kidnapping being treated at Texas hospital
Officials say two survivors of a deadly abduction in Mexico are back on U.S. soil. They were brought to a hospital in Brownsville, Texas, on Tuesday.
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GOP to advance bills that would ban biological males competing in women's sports
Republicans on the House Education and Workforce Committee are set to move forward legislation that would ban biological men from competing in women's sports.
Sarah Ferguson says she feels ‘liberated’ after death of Queen Elizabeth
The Duchess of York opens up about the royal family and her new book.
WATCH: Arnold Schwarzenegger reaches out to those drawn in by 'hate and antisemitism'
Arnold Schwarzenegger delivered a message on Monday to people who may find themselves consumed by antisemitism and hate: It's not too late.
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North Carolina Senate advances House riot penalties bill
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Legislation that would toughen punishments for violent protests — a response to 2020 demonstrations over racial injustice that at times turned into tumult — advanced in the North Carolina Senate on Tuesday.
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Biden outlines Medicare proposals aimed at shoring up funding
Biden wrote about his plan in The New York Times ahead of announcing his budget proposals Thursday during a trip to Philadelphia.
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Senate Democrat leader Schumer says he’ll vote with GOP on overturning controversial DC crime bill
Sen. Chuck Schumer on Tuesday told reporters he will vote for overturning a controversial D.C crime bill, effectively siding with Republicans.
Ten years after Hugo Chávez's death, Venezuelans want Maduro to do ‘better’
About three-quarters of Venezuelans live on less than $1.90 a day, the international benchmark of extreme poverty.
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Georgians protest against draft law on media, nonprofits
TBILISI, Georgia (AP) — Georgian authorities used tear gas and water cannon outside the parliament building in the capital Tuesday against protesters who oppose a proposed law some see as stifling freedom of the press.
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US intelligence suggests pro-Ukrainian group carried out Nord Stream blasts: Report
New intelligence reviewed by U.S. intelligence agencies reportedly indicates that a pro-Ukrainian group was behind the attacks on the Nord Stream natural gas pipelines last year.
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How does the UK government plan to stop the Channel crossings?
Newly proposed legislation would mean unauthorised arrivals will be prevented from claiming asylum and deported.
Texas Rep. Tony Gonzales, censured by state GOP, draws challenge from former ICE special agent Victor Avila
Former Immigration and Customs Enforcement special agent Victor Avila announced Tuesday that he will challenge Texas Rep. Tony Gonzales in the GOP primary.
US judge strikes down Missouri gun law as unconstitutional
A Missouri law banning local police from enforcing federal gun laws has been struck down as unconstitutional. U.S. District Judge Brian Wimes on Tuesday tossed the law.
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Senate Democrats file bill to allow DACA, TPS holders to work in Congress
Two Senate Democrats on Tuesday filed a bill that would allow beneficiaries of humanitarian immigration programs to work in Congress. Sens. Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) …
thehill.comNYT’s Maggie Haberman Suggests Why Trump Is Holding Back On DeSantis… For Now
The White House correspondent predicted when the former president's real jabs against his potential 2024 GOP rival may start to fly.
More than a dozen Memphis fire and police personnel charged in beating of Tyre Nichols
The city is expected to release 20 hours of video and audio from the Jan. 7 beating after its investigation.
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Amsterdam ‘erotic centre’: EMA unhappy at planned red-light district
The European Medicines Agency (EMA) moved its headquarters from London to Amsterdam after Brexit.
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Biden pick to run FCC, Gigi Sohn, withdraws nomination after Sen. Manchin opposes
Gigi Sohn, President Biden's pick to run the Federal Communications Commission, withdrew her name after what she described as "unrelenting" attacks from the media and lobbyists.
EPA watchdog knocks Trump officials over weakened assessment for toxic chemical
The Environmental Protection Agency’s internal watchdog on Tuesday knocked a Trump-era move in which political officials weakened an assessment on the dangers of a toxic chemical. The Office …
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Deadline Tuesday to run in Pennsylvania elections
HARRISBURG, Pa. (AP) — It’s clear those vying for a seat on the Pennsylvania Supreme Court or a term as Philadelphia’s mayor will face contested races in the primaries as the last day for candidates to file concluded Tuesday.
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Biden asks wealthy to pay 'little bit more' in taxes to avoid Medicare insolvency
President Joe Biden is proposing to increase tax rates for the wealthy to fund Medicare benefits amid concerns the welfare program will go insolvent within the next decade.
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Mexican governor says kidnapped Americans found: 2 dead, 1 wounded
Two of the Americans who were kidnapped at gunpoint just over the Mexican border on Friday have been found dead, while two others were found alive with one wounded, a Mexican state governor said Tu…
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Earthquake damage in Turkey set to exceed $100bn, UN says
Recovery costs ‘will obviously exceed that amount’ after last month’s ‘apocalyptic’ destruction, UN official says.
New dashboard lets parents see if they can sit with kids for free on flights
The U.S. Department of Transportation has launched an online tool that lets families see if kids and parents can sit together at no extra cost.
Tyre Nichols probe: 7 from Memphis police fired, 1 retired
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A seventh Memphis Police Department employee has been fired for his role in the fatal arrest of Tyre Nichols, while an eighth police employee retired before it was recommended he lose his job for his part in January’s events — which have reignited the national discussion over
apnews.comPentagon chief, in unannounced visit to Iraq, pledges continued U.S. troop presence
BAGHDAD/ERBIL, Iraq (Reuters) -U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, making an unannounced trip to Iraq on Tuesday nearly 20 years after the U.S.-led invasion that toppled Saddam Hussein, said Washington was committed to keeping its military presence in the country. The 2003 invasion led to the...
Gooden to roll out measure to reestablish DOJ's Trump-era 'China Initiative'
EXCLUSIVE: GOP Rep. Lance Gooden is introducing a measure Tuesday that would reestablish the shuttered Trump-era “China Initiative” program in the Justice Department, Fox News Digital has learned.
Senate OKs bill making changes to juvenile justice system
FRANKFORT, Ky. (AP) — The Kentucky Senate voted Tuesday to make structural changes to the state’s juvenile justice system and bolster staffing to help halt a series of violent outbreaks at detention centers.
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FTC demanded Musk communications, names of journalists receiving internal files in Twitter probe, House Republicans say
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has told Twitter to provide internal communications, including those regarding CEO Elon Musk, as well as the names of journalists the company has provided interna…
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Ukraine identifies man allegedly shot by Russians on video
Man seen in video smoking before being shot to death named as Tymofiy Shadura, who went missing in early February.
'Be All You Can Be': Army brings back old ad slogan
FORT STEWART, Ga. (AP) — Visiting with rank-and-file troops Tuesday in Georgia, the U.S. Army's top general had a young soldier dial up his father for a cellphone conversation in which he praised the man's son for enlisting.
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US to relax COVID testing rules for travelers from China
The Biden administration is preparing to relax COVID-19 testing restrictions for travelers from China as soon as Friday.
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Florida Republicans file a 6-week abortion ban bill, which DeSantis has said he'd sign
Florida currently prohibits almost all abortions after 15 weeks
COVID-19 origins to be unsealed under House declassification bill once ignored by Pelosi
The House is scheduled to vote on a bill to declassify "any and all information" related to the origin of the COVID-19 pandemic, which passed the Senate by voice vote last week.
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Mexico kidnapping: Why a million Americans a year risk Mexico medical tourism
Some take precautions to avoid being targeted by criminals, like changing their car's licence plate.
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A quarter of parents lied about their children’s COVID-19 status: study
In a survey of 580 parents with children under the age of 18, about 26 percent reported that they misrepresented or lied about their children’s COVID-19 status, according to a study published Monda…
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Medical tourism: Traveling outside US for care is common
The recent kidnapping of four Americans in Mexico highlighted a common practice for many people in the U.S.: traveling to other countries for medical care that either is not available at home or costs a lot less.
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Sen. Dianne Feinstein out of the hospital as she recovers from shingles
The California senator has been hospitalized in San Francisco after being diagnosed in late February.
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Exploring adverse outcomes in post-COVID-19 condition patients
In a recent study published in the JAMA Health Forum, researchers assessed the adverse outcomes observed among post-coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) condition (PCC) patients as compared to non-COVID-19 (NC) persons.
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Rand Paul accuses Fauci of engaging in 'cover-up' of COVID origins as House GOP embarks on probe
Sen. Rand Paul, R-Ky., criticized Drs. Anthony Fauci and Francis Collins on "Your World" as House Republicans establish a select committee on the origins of the coronavirus.
Republican states say the FDA doesn't have the authority to override state abortion pill bans
The Republicans argued that FDA approval of a drug does not give the manufacturer an unconditional right to the sell the medication at all times.
Trial postponed for fitness influencer accused of scamming thousands of customers
A trial for Texas fitness influencer Brittany Dawn Davis is set to begin on Monday. Davis is accused of not delivering personalized plans as promised.
FDA: Two more eyedrop brands recalled due to risks
U.S. health officials are alerting consumers about two more recalls of eyedrops due to contamination risks that could lead to vision problems and serious injury.
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Previous COVID infection linked to lower brain oxygen levels, cognitive problems: study
In a new Canadian study, researchers found that not only did participants who previously had COVID-19 perform worse on two specific cognitive tasks, but brain imaging showed that during these tasks, there was a lack of oxygen reaching the sections of the brain that would normally be fully engaged.
Influencer pleads guilty in plot to use stolen IDs to get $1 million in pandemic relief and live large
Danielle Miller, 32, assumed identities through the online Massachusetts driver’s license portal and other methods, officials said.
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COVID-19 infections raise risk of long-term gastrointestinal problems | Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis
Addressing lingering GI issues critical part of post-infection care
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Cholesterol-lowering drug may help people who can't or won't take statins
Bempedoic acid, a daily pill already approved by the Food and Drug Administration, significantly lowers cholesterol and the risk of heart attacks, new research finds.
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Indoor air is full of flu and COVID viruses. Will countries clean it up?
The current pandemic has focused attention to the importance of healthy indoor air and could spur lasting improvements to the air we breathe.
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Joe Biden plans new taxes on the rich to help save Medicare
President Joe Biden has started to unveil parts of his budget proposal being released later this week.
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Eating disorder experts are worried about diabetes drugs like Ozempic being used for weight loss
The popularity around weight loss drugs like Ozempic is worrying eating disorder experts.
WeightWatchers buys telehealth platform Sequence, facilitating access to Ozempic and Wegovy
The diet company hopes to offer members the ability to meet with clinicians who can prescribe obesity and diabetes medications.
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What running does to the knees, according to a large survey of marathon runners
Many doctors see osteoarthritis as a “wear-and-tear” condition, but a large survey among long-distance runners found no increased knee or hip risks.
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