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US Senator Mitch McConnell's prolonged hospitalisation raises questions about his ability to return to work in the chamber amid uncertainty among Republican Party members.
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The Justice Department has reached a settlement with Michael Flynn for over $38,000 in retirement funds he was wrongly withheld by the US Army, following a previous agreement in 2020. The latest deal brings Flynn's total restitution to nearly $200,000.
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Anti-Trump voices online are celebrating the US soccer team's crushing World Cup loss to Belgium, with some hailing it as a sweet revenge for President Donald Trump's alleged interference in a player's clearance by FIFA.
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A federal judge blocked a grand jury subpoena for information about 2020 election workers in Georgia, rebuffing the Justice Department's investigation into how the election was handled.
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Former Democratic mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy for his role in a six-figure real estate bribery scheme. He will face charges related to taking bribes from developers in exchange for favorable treatment in the sale of city-owned land.
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A twice-deported illegal immigrant from El Salvador has been charged with rape and abduction in Northern Virginia, according to the Department of Homeland Security, as DHS urges Fairfax County officials to honor an ICE detainer.
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Actor Michael Rapaport is owning up to being wrong about President Donald Trump after years of criticizing him, citing a recent global crisis as the catalyst for his change in perspective. The 56-year-old actor revealed this on Jamie Kennedy's podcast 'Hate To Break It To Ya'.
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Belgium manager praises Folarin Balogun for classy gesture after receiving a red card during his US team's match. The player followed instructions and played soccer despite being sent off, according to coach.
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Michigan Democratic Senate front-runner Abdul El-Sayed faces criticism over previous comments on defunding the police, contradicting his current claims that he never advocated for such a movement. Recent interviews have shed new light on his 2020 statements, undermining his stance.
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New York Times opinion columnist Michelle Goldberg expresses 'deeply' regret for praising Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner following a rape allegation against him.
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Team USA suffered a blowout loss to Belgium, sparking questions about whether the team is better or worse than it was a decade ago after its heartbreaking 2014 World Cup defeat. The recent loss comes nearly to the day of the original heartbreaker.
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Selling your home this summer comes with an added risk of being targeted by opportunistic criminals who are already reviewing and preparing homes for sale in advance. Homeowners can protect themselves from scammers by staying vigilant and following best practices when sharing their property's details online.
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Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's comments about Lebanon's Christian villages requesting Israeli annexation were deemed 'aimed at sowing strife' by Lebanese analysts, who released a statement refuting these claims. The allegations sparked tensions between Israel and Lebanon over the status of the villages.
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The Trump administration's energy policy has led to a sudden electricity crunch in the US, driven by artificial intelligence, which contradicts President Donald Trump's promise to cut electric bills in half. The current state of affairs is a result of the administration's attacks on wind and solar energy.
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Estate planning has become a top priority among advised clients, with 68% considering switching advisors to get access to this service, according to a new report. This shift reflects economic anxiety pushing Americans to prioritize estate planning.
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President Donald Trump told reporters stories about George Washington and the Panama Canal that have been debunked as false, according to CNN Politics. The false tales were among various inaccuracies reported in his annual financial disclosure.
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Displaced Gaza farmers are turning to soil near their temporary tents to cultivate crops as they struggle to restore their livelihoods in a challenging environment.
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A former WWE star compared President Biden's immigration policy to a professional wrestling match, suggesting it's a 'main event' that needs to be addressed. The analogy was made by Glenn Jacobs, the mayor of Knox County, Tennessee, known as Kane in his wrestling days.
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Stephen King is backing embattled Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Graham Platner amid growing calls for him to drop out of the race due to an explosive sexual assault allegation. The author is urging Platner not to quit despite mounting pressure from his party and others.
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Operation Epic Fury fallout looms over Trump's private talks with NATO allies as investigations into the operation continue to unfold; Trump's private conversations with European leaders are raising questions about his conduct and potential accountability.
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The Supreme Court's recent rush of decisions has debunked several myths perpetuated by left-wing critics, revealing facts that contradict Democratic politicians' claims and liberal legal commentators' assertions.
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A popular extremist streamer has declared New York City an 'Islamic republic' and invoked a notorious terror chant, referencing Mayor Zohran Mamdani's name in the process. The statement sparked a viral firestorm among his 1 million followers on the online platform.
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A popular streamer claimed Islam will 'take over' New York City, sparking a viral firestorm after invoking Mayor Zohran Mamdani's name in his remarks. The comments drew comparisons to the work of historian Edward Said and critical theorist Edward W. Said.
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Israel's shift towards democracy is sparking concerns among Jewish progressives that it may lead to a tilt into antisemitism, with some prominent progressives like Rep. Becca Balint and Sen. Bernie Sanders taking stances critical of Israel.
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