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fromIrish Independent
29 minutes ago

'We're holding the victims and their families close in our prayers' - Eight children killed in Louisiana mass shooting

Ten people were shot in the deadliest mass shooting in the US in over two years, involving victims aged one to fourteen.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 hours ago

Mass shooting rampage in Louisiana leaves eight children dead and others wounded

At least eight people are dead, including children, after a mass shooting in Shreveport, Louisiana, with the suspected shooter killed by police.
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fromFast Company
6 hours ago

America's 'Laser Dome' starts here

The U.S. military is set to deploy high-energy laser weapons for air defense against weaponized drones after a safety agreement with the FAA.
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fromwww.npr.org
15 hours ago

The Little Probe That Could: Why Voyager 1 Matters, and Why NASA Just Switched Part of It Off

Voyager 1, launched in 1977, is still operational nearly 50 years later, despite being designed for a five-year mission.
fromwww.npr.org
20 hours ago

US Coast Guard spots overturned vessel near Saipan during search for missing ship

The HC-130 Hercules crew saw the vessel early in the day about 100 nautical miles northeast of the Mariana's last known position, but authorities could not confirm its identity.
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fromwww.npr.org
10 hours ago

She no longer remembers it's her birthday. He got her a present anyway

Gift-giving for a spouse with dementia can be challenging due to their changing needs and understanding.
fromThe Washington Post
1 day ago

Inside a growing movement warning AI could turn on humanity

"That requires a bunch of people to go take things that folks here are figuring out and [explain them] to the rest of the world," said Jeffrey Ladish, emphasizing the need for effective communication about AI risks.
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10 hours ago

This tariff-refund portal is about to be America's hottest website

The U.S. government begins refunding tariffs declared unconstitutional by the Supreme Court, impacting thousands of importers awaiting payouts.
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fromwww.npr.org
11 hours ago

School choice is booming in Iowa. Are students better off?

Cedar Rapids Community School District faces potential closures due to competition from charter and private schools amid funding challenges.
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fromMail Online
1 day ago

Death of whistleblower set to reveal UFO secrets declared 'suspicious'

A former US Air Force intelligence officer's suspicious death raises calls for an FBI investigation into potential foul play regarding UFO testimony.
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1 day ago

A mass shooting in Ukraine's capital leaves 6 dead before police shot and killed the gunman

The assailant has been neutralized. He had taken hostages and, tragically, killed one of them. He also murdered four people on the street. Another woman died in the hospital due to severe injuries.
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fromThe Washington Post
1 day ago

A flight full of strangers celebrated this 2-year-old's cancer recovery

A flight attendant announced a young cancer survivor on board, prompting passengers to write encouraging notes on napkins.
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fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Caracas' iconic macaws threatened by vanishing palm trees

The blue and gold macaws in Caracas face threats due to city authorities cutting down their nesting palm trees, risking their population decline.
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fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

She invited her friends to come together to make her casket

MaddyChristine Hope Brokopp is creating her own casket with friends after receiving a terminal cancer diagnosis.
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fromThe Washington Post
1 day ago

Bob Hall has died. The father of wheelchair racing made Boston Marathon history.

Bob Hall was the first official wheelchair champion of the Boston Marathon, advocating for inclusivity in wheelchair racing.
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fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Deaths of migrants in ICE custody hit record high under Trump

The number of immigrant deaths in ICE custody has reached a record high of 29 this fiscal year, surpassing previous records.
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fromMail Online
2 days ago

UFO cluster spotted over base tied to missing Air Force scientist

A cluster of unknown flying objects was spotted near Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, exhibiting unusual movement and characteristics.
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fromABC11 Raleigh-Durham
2 days ago

New video shows close call between plane, vehicle at Charlotte Douglas International Airport

An American Airlines pilot had to stop abruptly at Charlotte Douglas International Airport to avoid a collision with a vehicle on the taxiway.
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fromSherdog
2 days ago

Arman Tsarukyan reportedly thrown off flight; American Airlines responds

Arman Tsarukyan was ejected from an American Airlines flight for not complying with safety regulations during taxiing.
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fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago
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Minnesota has charged an ICE officer with assault for alleged actions during immigration surge

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fromThe Washington Post
3 days ago

ICE agent charged with assault for allegedly pointing gun at Minneapolis drivers

An ICE agent has been charged with second-degree assault for allegedly brandishing a gun at two drivers in Minneapolis.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

Man shot by ICE agents in Patterson charged with assault with deadly weapon

Carlos Mendoza Hernandez faces federal charges for allegedly assaulting an ICE agent with his car during a traffic stop.
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fromAxios
2 days ago

Acting ICE director Todd Lyons to leave agency

Scrutiny intensifies over fatal shootings of U.S. citizens Renee Good and Alex Pretti in Minneapolis.
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fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

Minnesota has charged an ICE officer with assault for alleged actions during immigration surge

An ICE officer in Minnesota faces charges for allegedly pointing a gun at civilians during an immigration enforcement operation.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

ICE agent charged with assault in Minnesota for allegedly pointing gun at motorists

An ICE agent has been charged with assault for allegedly pointing a gun at people in a car on a Minneapolis highway.
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fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

Man shot by ICE agents in Patterson charged with assault with deadly weapon

Carlos Mendoza Hernandez faces federal charges for allegedly assaulting an ICE agent with his car during a traffic stop.
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fromFast Company
2 days ago

Polymarket and Kalshi are up against a united Congress as D.C. steps up scrutiny of prediction markets

Prediction markets face scrutiny over ethical concerns, particularly regarding betting on life-and-death situations involving service members.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Families Share Pics of Paltry Meals From Soldiers Aboard US Warships

Rationed meals aboard U.S. warships raise concerns about food supplies and sailor morale amid delivery suspensions due to military actions in the region.
fromHoodline
2 days ago

Brooklyn Security Guard Killing Leads to Decades-Long Sentences

'This was a senseless, premediated, and brutal act of gun violence that took the life of a security guard who was simply doing his job,' stated United States Attorney Nocella.
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fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Two Americans sentenced for helping North Korea steal $5 million in fake IT worker scheme | TechCrunch

Two U.S. citizens were sentenced for aiding North Korea in placing remote IT workers in American companies, netting $5 million.
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fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Two Americans sentenced for helping North Korea steal $5 million in fake IT worker scheme | TechCrunch

Two U.S. citizens were sentenced for aiding North Korea in placing remote IT workers in American companies, netting $5 million.
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

Human rights groups raise alarm over fate of Salvadorans deported from U.S.

T described her deportation experience as traumatizing, stating, 'I was so scared.' Upon her return, she faced harassment from Salvadoran authorities who demanded she strip naked for tattoo checks, fearing gang affiliation.
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fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

Gasoline could drop below $4 in coming days

Oil prices fell sharply after Iran opened the Strait of Hormuz, leading to potential gasoline price drops for consumers.
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fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Woman who took 15 tequila shots on Carnival cruise gets $300,000 in damages

A woman was awarded $300,000 after suing Carnival for serving her alcohol while visibly intoxicated, leading to her injury on a cruise.
fromThe Washington Post
2 days ago

Singer D4vd arrested in connection with death of teen girl

Burke is being held without bail, and the case will be presented to the district attorney's office for filing consideration on Monday.
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fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

Why scientists are nervous about fungi

Drug-resistant fungi pose a significant and growing threat, particularly in lower-income countries, requiring urgent action and improved infection control measures.
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fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

The Labor Department wants to teach you to use AI more. Here's what we found

AI literacy course aims to empower individuals by teaching practical AI skills to enhance personal and professional productivity.
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fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

Families left reeling after hospitals in blue states drop transgender care for youth

Access to gender-affirming treatment can be limited even in supportive states due to individual hospital policies.
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fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

Do less, ask for more: How to make life easier as a working parent

Transitioning back to work after parental leave is challenging, but proactive planning and communication with employers can ease the process.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

FBI Analyzing Potentially Critical DNA' Found In Nancy Guthrie's Home: Report

The FBI is analyzing critical DNA found at Nancy Guthrie's home as part of her missing person investigation.
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fromHoodline
3 days ago

Brooklyn Feds Toast Win In Sayville Motel Sex-Trafficking Horror Case

The Sayville Motor Lodge sex-trafficking case marks a significant step toward justice for survivors and accountability for traffickers.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

What is tailgating, and has FIFA banned it at World Cup stadiums in the US?

Football fans criticize FIFA for banning tailgating at World Cup venues in the US, impacting a beloved pre-game tradition.
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from6abc Philadelphia
3 days ago

Pope Leo's brother's home receives unfounded bomb threat, police say

A false bomb threat was reported at the home of John Prevost, prompting evacuations, but no explosives were found.
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fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Australian judge rejects U.S. Marine pilot's appeal against extradition to U.S.

Daniel Duggan faces extradition to the U.S. for allegedly training Chinese military pilots while in South Africa.
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fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

'Dear America': HUD workers say they're being blocked from doing their jobs

"This administration has ground fair housing enforcement to a halt. Worse, they're picking and choosing which protected classes count."
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fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Sneaker company Allbirds plans to pivot to AI. Yes, AI.

"The rise of AI development and adoption has created unprecedented structural demand for specialized, high-performance compute that the market is struggling to meet."
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fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

A jury declared Live Nation a monopoly. But ticket prices won't drop just yet

Ticketmaster and Live Nation found to be monopolistic, impacting competition and consumer prices in the live entertainment industry.
fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

House passes bill extending protections for Haitian migrants in the U.S.

"This is a monumental victory in a long-fought battle to protect the safety, dignity, and humanity of our Haitian neighbors," Pressley said in a statement after the bill's passage.
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fromThe Washington Post
3 days ago

More young men are attending religious services regularly, poll finds

"We're sensing, based on the data, a change in the religious environment in this country," said Gallup senior scientist Frank Newport, an author of the report.
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fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

A Colorado hospital profits from resolving language barriers

Maria Olivo highlights the dangers of using untrained interpreters in medical settings, emphasizing the need for professional language support to avoid critical errors.
fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

A complex set of negotiations to end Israel's overlapping wars

Both Iran and the U.S. think they won the war - Iran withstood two powerful armies and despite weeks of intense bombardment has shown no sign that it is willing to capitulate on the core issues that have divided them from the U.S. and Israel over decades.
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fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

Indonesia's capital of the future faces doubts in the present

Nusantara is designed to be a futuristic capital powered by renewable energy and advanced technology, addressing the pressing issues of pollution and overcrowding in Jakarta.
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fromwww.npr.org
3 days ago

Boiling milk and worrying about the Iran war: A New Year dawns in Sri Lanka

Shiranti Rambukkana celebrates the New Year with traditional rituals, including boiling milk and preparing coconut rice, to bring prosperity and good fortune.
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fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Federal agency approves concept for Trump's plan for a Triumphal Arch in Washington, D.C.

Trump's proposed Triumphal Arch in Washington D.C. has received initial approval, featuring a Lady Liberty-like figure and inscriptions of patriotic phrases.
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fromFortune
4 days ago

Exclusive: Jeremy Renner is betting on the tech that could have saved his life faster: 'There's 150 people that are responsible for me not dying' | Fortune

Jeremy Renner partners with RapidSOS to improve public safety after surviving a near-fatal snowcat accident.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Psychological torture': outcry over conditions at ICE desert detention camp

Camp East Montana faces severe health and environmental issues, with reports of abuse, sickness, and inadequate infrastructure affecting detainees.
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fromsfist.com
4 days ago

Dateline' Airs Episode on Silicon Valley Woman Who Went Missing In Taiwan In 2019

Alice Ku disappeared in Taiwan in 2019, with her husband as the prime suspect, and her case remains unresolved.
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

Driver who fatally struck Webster fourth-grader charged with OUI a week before

"When a community tragically loses a child, it loses a piece of its soul. Our hearts go out to Marleigh's family and friends as they endure this terrible loss."
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fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 days ago

Video shows moment Oklahoma high school principal tackled gunman before being shot

A principal tackled an armed former student at a high school, preventing a potential mass shooting.
fromBoston.com
4 days ago
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Watch: Dramatic video shows Oklahoma high school principal tackle, disarm gunman as students flee

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fromABC7 Los Angeles
4 days ago

Video shows moment Oklahoma high school principal tackled gunman before being shot

A principal tackled an armed former student at a high school, preventing a potential mass shooting.
fromBoston.com
4 days ago
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Watch: Dramatic video shows Oklahoma high school principal tackle, disarm gunman as students flee

fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Suspicion surrounds death of US influencer Ashly Robinson in Zanzibar

Robinson's family expressed their devastation, stating, 'Nothing about this loss feels real... the suddenness, the unanswered questions, and the distance from home have made this tragedy even more overwhelming for our family.'
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fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Prosecutors won't file domestic abuse charges against Taylor Frankie Paul

Prosecutors in Utah will not charge Taylor Frankie Paul after domestic violence investigations due to statute limitations and insufficient evidence.
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fromThe Washington Post
3 days ago

Camp Mystic license should be denied, families tell state in emotional letters

Families of campers urge regulators to deny Camp Mystic's license due to alleged negligence during last summer's flooding incident.
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Trump says peace talks could resume in days as U.S. military blocks Iranian ports

In less than 36 hours since the blockade was implemented, U.S. forces have completely halted economic trade going into and out of Iran by sea. This blockade has effectively brought Iran's economy to a standstill, as it relies heavily on international maritime trade.
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fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

'No peace': Nearly a year after her son's death, she learned that ICE was responsible

Ruben Ray Martinez was shot and killed by an ICE agent during a traffic encounter, marking a tragic event in immigration enforcement.
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

'Humiliated, broken, powerless': Sudan enters fourth year of war

Khartoum, once a major urban center in Africa, is slowly reviving with returning traffic and reopened government institutions, but remains heavily damaged and lacking essential services.
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fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

No one likes being discombobulated. How did the feeling get such a fun name?

The word is very much an American invention. It seems to have been part of a fad in the 19th century for inventing rather fancy, grand and rather humorous-sounding words.
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4 days ago

Greetings from Nairobi, where taking a matatu is no ordinary bus ride

Onyx bus represents Nairobi's vibrant matatu culture, blending music, art, and youth identity into a unique transportation experience.
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fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Trump administration moves to erase Jan. 6 riot convictions for seditious conspiracy

The Department of Justice seeks to vacate seditious conspiracy convictions for Proud Boys and Oath Keepers from the January 6 Capitol attack.
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fromThe Washington Post
4 days ago

Ex-wife of firebombing suspect denied care for chest pain in ICE custody, lawyer says

Hayam El Gamal suffers from a chest mass and has been denied proper medical care at a Texas detention center.
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fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Quit a GLP-1? Plan to start again? It's not recommended, but plenty of people do it

Many patients discontinue GLP-1 medications like Ozempic and Zepbound within a year due to various factors, despite plans to restart.
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fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

Tax season was supposed to bring big refunds. So far they're less than expected

Tax refunds this season are larger but not meeting expectations, leading to disappointment among taxpayers.
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