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The 2025 NFL playoffs' wild-card round has been marked by a lack of drama, with several high-profile matchups featuring low-scoring games. The Texans and Ravens remain among the few teams to produce an exciting performance in the opening round.
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President-elect Donald Trump posted a spoof of his conversation with former President Barack Obama on his Truth Social account, where Obama is seen saying "I knew you'd win" in response to Trump's assertion that he would lose the election. The post was met with criticism from some of Trump's opponents.
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California Governor Gavin Newsom is defending his administration's fire response efforts after a fact-checking website linked his statements to Democratic Party fundraising platform. No further details are available.
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Students who witnessed anti-Israel chaos on campuses now see the Abraham Accords' positive impact, marking a shift towards increased cooperation and understanding between Israel and its Arab neighbors. The agreements have led to significant diplomatic and economic breakthroughs, reversing years of tension in the region.
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Students who witnessed anti-Israel chaos on college campuses in recent years are witnessing the first-hand successes of the Abraham Accords, a series of diplomatic agreements between Israel and several Arab countries. The accords have led to improved relations and economic cooperation between these nations.
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Sunny Hostin's personal life is being discussed internally at "The View," according to sources, as her marriage has reportedly become a "big thing" in the news cycle. The drama surrounding her husband is being addressed by producers and writers on the show.
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Special Counsel Jack Smith has resigned after a two-year stint at the Department of Justice, according to sources. The exact reasons for his resignation have not been disclosed.
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President-elect Donald Trump's special envoy for Ukraine and Russia has announced a longer timeline than initially stated for ending the war in Ukraine, with the goal of bringing an end as soon as possible. The war is set to enter its third year.
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Special counsel Jack Smith, who led investigations into former President Donald Trump, has resigned from the US Justice Department. Details of his resignation were announced in an unrelated news article.
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North Carolina Governor Josh Stein is urging FEMA to extend temporary shelter assistance amid a series of winter storms affecting the state. Stein plans to utilize every available resource to ensure residents impacted by Hurricane Helene stay warm during the cold weather period.
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Special Counsel Jack Smith has resigned from his position at the Justice Department, effective Friday, according to a court filing. The resignation comes as the department faces legal challenges surrounding its actions under Attorney General Merrick Garland.
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Trump's border czar Tom Homan has told Republican lawmakers to lower their expectations for the administration's initial deportation operation, citing limited resources. This private briefing suggests a more cautious approach than some lawmakers had anticipated.
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Prosecutors are seeking a 15-year prison sentence for disgraced former New Jersey Senator Bob Menendez, convicted of a "long-running bribery and foreign influence scheme".
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California wildfires have entered their fifth consecutive day, with a death toll of 11 confirmed, as fresh evacuations are ordered amidst ongoing fighting against the blaze.
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The collapse of UN-backed environmental talks last year has left a dismal state for the planet, but "Trump 2.0" could potentially shift the narrative towards greener policies. A new approach may bring about long-overdue action on biodiversity, plastic pollution, desertification, and climate change.
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The husband of "The View" host Sunny Hostin has been named as one of 201 co-defendants accused of insurance fraud in a $459 million New York lawsuit, which is expected to result in years of court action.
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Meta's fact-checking policies were criticized under both the Trump and Biden administrations, raising concerns about censorship and moderation of online content, according to a recent report.
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President Trump has become a symbol of the privilege afforded to convicted felons in the US, despite having been convicted of various crimes and facing no significant repercussions. This juxtaposition highlights the unequal treatment of individuals with similar records under different circumstances.
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Rep. Jeff Hurd, a conservative Republican, is featured in the MSNBC Daily series "Meet the Freshmen" as someone who refuses to engage in culture war politics, instead focusing on principled issues.
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California wildfires have led some to suggest that climate change may be to blame, with rising temperatures and drought potentially fueling the infernos. The phenomenon is part of a broader theory known as "Pyrocene," which proposes that human-caused fires are becoming more frequent and intense due to climate change.
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Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is setting up a potential comeback bid for mayor of New York City, having recently changed his voter registration address in Manhattan.
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Novak Djokovic has resumed his bid for a record 25th Grand Slam title at the Australian Open, accompanied by former rival Andy Murray on the sidelines. The two have faced each other 36 times throughout their careers, often in high-stakes finals at major tournaments.
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Dozens have been killed in Myanmar's Rakhine State following air attacks by the military, according to a report from the United Nations. The incident marks one of several violent incidents in the country four years after a coup.
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President Joe Biden criticized Meta's decision to remove fact-checking from its platform, calling it "shameful", after the company replaced fact-checkers with user-generated community notes.
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