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Scientists have formally named and described a new, tiny wild cat species found in Bolivia's cloud forest, marking the first time a new living cat species has been discovered. The diminutive feline, weighing around 3 pounds, was previously unknown to science.
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Comedy Central's 'South Park' premiered its 29th season under a satirical new title, 'South America,' mocking President Donald Trump's efforts to rename parts of South Carolina and North Dakota. The show's latest season continues its tradition of using humor to comment on current events.
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Iowa's Democratic nominee for a key House seat has been caught on video expressing support for an 'anti-deflection' law that critics say punishes police unions, despite previously opposing a similar 'Back the Blue' law in her state. The clip shows Christina Bohannan seeming to flip her stance after initially opposing the 2020 Iowa law.
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A House GOP lawmaker, Rep. María Elvira Salazar, is facing backlash from her Republican colleagues after releasing an ad criticizing President Donald Trump's immigration policy. The move has sparked a heated debate within the party.
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Rep. María Elvira Salazar, a Republican from a deeply red district in Miami, has run to the left on immigration, distancing herself from President Trump's stance. This move is seen as significant given its impact on her conservative district during the midterms cycle.
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A former detainee at the 'Alligator Alcatraz' immigration facility claims to have been held for 15 hours in a phone booth-sized cage with snakes and mosquitoes, sparking human rights concerns. The incident occurred during Raúl Suárez Herrero's detention at the facility in Florida.
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The Trump administration has granted visas to top Iranian leaders to attend the U.N. General Assembly despite restrictions, allowing an Iranian delegation to participate in the event next week.
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New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani has launched a $4 million pilot program installing 17 Throne Labs units across all five boroughs to improve public restrooms, which will automatically open doors after 10 minutes of inactivity. The initiative aims to address the city's restroom shortage and provide better facilities for residents and visitors.
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Seattle Socialist Mayor Katie Wilson cuts off police chief during an awkward interview, adding to her reputation for gaffe-prone public appearances. This latest incident is being mocked by observers as she continues to struggle with composure in live TV interviews.
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Starbucks will pay Florida $1 million and abandon its use of race- and sex-based goals, quotas and preferences in employment practices as part of a settlement ending a civil rights lawsuit. The company will also end its diversity, equity and inclusion efforts nationwide.
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Starbucks has resolved a Florida lawsuit over its diversity and inclusion policies with a $1 million payment to the state and an agreement to discontinue use of race- and sex-based goals, quotas, and preferences in employment practices nationwide.
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US Department of Education Secretary Linda McMahon is pushing forward with efforts to reduce federal education red tape, backing a national movement aimed at alleviating regulatory burdens on teachers.
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Turkish authorities launched a crackdown on the country's LGBT community on Sunday, raiding gay bars and shutting down activist organizations, in an effort to preserve 'family values.' The government's actions have sparked widespread condemnation from human rights groups and opposition parties.
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An Oklahoma couple hiking in Washington state's Cascade Mountains became trapped during a sudden and powerful storm, with only one of them managing to escape alive. The incident has left their fate a mystery as search and rescue efforts continue.
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Washington's growing alarm over artificial intelligence is echoing the Y2K panic, as experts warn that this time the stakes could be far higher due to the increasing reliance on AI systems. The government is scrambling to address potential technological catastrophes and mitigate the risks of AI failures.
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President Donald Trump's latest $5K cash promise may join a stack of unfulfilled past promises, according to an economist and former congressional budget chief. The promise is unlikely to come to fruition, similar to previous broken commitments.
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Idaho prosecutors accuse Bryan Kohberger's new legal team of conducting a 'fishing expedition' in search of stronger arguments for his bid to withdraw his guilty plea. The move is seen as an attempt to buy time and delay the trial.
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Kosovo signs on to US-backed initiatives in Israel and Gaza amid efforts to align with Washington's policy, sparking criticism from local Muslim leaders.
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President Donald Trump suggested that the European Union's proposal to allow Canada as an associate member could be a 'hostile act' and threatened to respond with additional tariffs.
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A Los Angeles NBC helicopter crashed to the ground after plummeting towards it in a dashcam video, killing three people and prompting an investigation. The cause of the crash is still unknown, but the video shows the chopper rapidly descending before impact.
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A Republican candidate in a key Senate race in New Hampshire is turning the tables on Democratic opponents by embracing an anti-incumbent message despite being the incumbent. Former Senator John E. Sununu is challenging 8-year Democratic incumbent Maggie Hassan.
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A family member of Raphael Lemkin, who coined the term 'genocide,' is seeking to have their name removed from a Pennsylvania nonprofit organization that accuses Israel of committing an atrocity, a move reportedly sparked by disagreement over the definition and application of genocide.
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A leaked Trump plan could allow married families with one stay-at-home parent to access federal child-care dollars, sparking a GOP showdown over how far Republicans should go to support families.
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Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi met with Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman amid growing tensions over regional influence and access to the Red Sea. The meeting came as Egypt is weighing its commitment to support Saudi Arabia's military presence in the strategically vital region.
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