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The Trump administration has lowered FBI recruitment standards, a move that comes as the administration has repeatedly claimed itself as a meritocracy for top employees.
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A growing number of American retirees are choosing to move abroad in search of a lower cost of living or more desirable climate, with many finding that it will better suit their financial or lifestyle needs during their golden years. The trend is gaining momentum as the movement takes shape.
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Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison is gloating about a lawsuit he filed against President Donald Trump's Department of Justice to protect the rights of transgender athletes to compete in girls' sports. The lawsuit aims to block the Trump administration's policy that restricts biological males from participating in female sports competitions.
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The Justice Department has released interview recordings between a top federal prosecutor and Ghislaine Maxwell, who was convicted of and civilly liable for her role in Jeffrey Epstein's crimes.
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President Donald Trump hinted at expanding his D.C. crime crackdown to Chicago amid an anti-crime push in Washington, suggesting that law and order efforts would be taken to other cities as well if successful in the nation's capital.
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The UN-backed Global Hunger Monitor has declared famine in Gaza City and surrounding areas, warning that it is likely to spread across the enclave.
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Democrats and conservatives alike are criticizing Cracker Barrel's decision to rebrand itself as a welcoming space for LGBTQ+ individuals, joining forces against what they see as a 'woke' shift. The chain restaurant's move has sparked outrage among some of its most loyal customers and Republican lawmakers.
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I couldn't find any information about AOC stopping Gen Z from drifting to TikTok. The White House joining TikTok may not be enough to retain Gen Z support, and Trump needs to take action to change this trend.
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Erik Menendez, one of two brothers convicted in the 1989 shotgun slaying of their parents in Beverly Hills, has been denied parole by a California review board.
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Packers' Zack Tom was ejected during a heated joint practice with the Seahawks after punches were thrown, marking one of the most intense moments in the session.
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California's Democratic-led legislature has passed a redistricting plan in response to Texas' efforts to redraw its own congressional districts amid concerns of election manipulation. The legislation, known as the Election Rigging Response Act, aims to safeguard California's electoral process.
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A New York judge who fined Donald Trump $500 million has been found to have falsified financial records by inflating questionable figures without backing from reality. The court's decision to throw out his findings comes after a ruling that the judge had 'cooked the books'.
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Biotech CEO sues Uber after a video capturing an illegal immigrant driver violently assaulting him while driving him and his dog downtown Charleston, SC, is released. The driver was subsequently caught and charged in connection to the incident.
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Tyson Bagent breaks down in tears after receiving a life-changing two-year, $10 million contract from the Chicago Bears, citing it as a weight lifted off his shoulders. The move comes amid the team's quarterback situation, with Caleb Williams potentially taking over at the position.
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Tariffs are causing parents to experience sticker shock when shopping for back-to-school essentials, with prices on items like sneakers rising by $10-$20 compared to last year.
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Donald Trump is celebrating a 'big' victory in Texas that could bolster the Republican Party's majority, according to reports.
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Eleventh former Biden administration aide Ian Sams testifies before the House Oversight Committee amid an investigation into allegations of a 'cover-up.' Republicans are seeking to uncover whether documents were autopenned without proper authorization.
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California Democrats prepare to pass their redistricting plan ahead of Republicans in the Texas House approving new maps for their congressional districts hours earlier.
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Armed men on motorcycles are fueling ongoing conflict in the Sahel region, disrupting daily life and forcing residents to live in fear. The group's activities have brought a sense of normalcy back to Parakou, Benin's Parakou neighborhood, where children now eagerly await the sound of their motorbikes.
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NATO defense chiefs reaffirmed their commitment to Ukraine during a virtual summit, discussing security guarantees for the country. All 32 allied military leaders participated in the meeting, marking the first briefing of its kind led by NATO Chiefs of Defense.
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The US Navy is cutting 35% of civilian Public Affairs jobs in an effort to prioritize military readiness over bureaucratic functions. The move comes as part of a broader push by Secretary John C. Phelan to streamline the department's operations and focus on its core mission.
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Texas Republicans have secured a major win as their proposed congressional map passed the state house, overcoming a Democratic blockade and bolstering their chances of holding onto seats in the US House next year.
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Morgan Wallen will not submit his record-breaking country album for Grammy Awards consideration, a decision made by his representatives despite the album's commercial success.
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Texas Republican-led legislature gave initial approval to a new electoral map that is expected to give the GOP an additional five seats in the U.S. House after Democrats protested the change.
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