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Capitol Police ill-prepared and ill-equipped for mob's violent Jan. 6 attack
Inadequate equipment and training left officers unable to properly respond to the wave of attackers, the department's inspector general told lawmakers.FBI chief also admits shortcomings
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Diving headfirst into conspiracies, Greene leads GOP attack on Fauci
Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., who was introducing a bill to reduce Dr. Anthony Fauci's salary to $0, led the latest onslaught.Fauci under heightened security for months
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Misconception about the recent wave of anti-Asian violence revealed
A new analysis debunks the idea, perpetuated by news reports and social media, that anti-Asian violence is committed mostly by other people of color.'Consequences for solidarity'
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Emotional outburst after gymnast's brother acquitted of murder
Tevin Biles-Thomas, brother of Olympian Simone Biles, was acquitted on all charges in the killing of three men during a party in 2018.Rushed by victim's mother in court
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Claims of Trump’s efforts to overturn 2020 election take a new turn
New documents obtained from the DOJ outline a series of overtures from Donald Trump and his allies pushing the department to act on his false election claims.'Trump tried to corrupt' DOJ
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Senate passes bill to create a new national holiday
By unanimous consent, the Senate approved legislation designating June 19, or Juneteenth, as a federal holiday to commemorate the end of slavery in the U.S.House passage all but assured
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Golfer shares vaccine regret after failed COVID test cost him $1.7M
Jon Rahm, the No. 3-ranked golfer in the world, held a 6-shot lead when he learned about his positive test. He was in tears as the moment was broadcast live.'The rules are there, and it's clear'
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NBC cancels series that is currently No. 1 on Netflix
"Manifest," the single-camera series, had generally produced favorable ratings, particularly in its first season, during which three additional episodes were added.Future of the popular show
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Lisa Banes, 'Gone Girl' actor, dies days after hit-and-run
The actress was struck by a person on a scooter as she was crossing Amsterdam Avenue on the way to visit her alma mater, the Juilliard School, on June 4.'She was a woman of great spirit, kindness and generosity'
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Katie Holmes shares photos of Suri for her birthday
Katie Holmes shared three new photos of Suri, who celebrated a birthday in April.See the new pics
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Step inside these chilling abandoned places left to rot
Many places of interest around the world have been abandoned or destroyed for various reasons.Discover them all
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Fight breaks out between golfers, caddie at qualifier
A physical altercation sent two golfers to the ground at the Korn Ferry Tour's Wichita Open on Monday morning after one golfer hit several errant balls.Reported details of scuffle
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'Politically correct people' ruining fun for Charles Barkley
The former NBA player and current analyst doubled down on his anti-cancel-culture stance, in part over a joke he's no longer allowed to make on television.'They're coming for your head'
AP
New evidence suggests COVID-19 was in U.S. before 2020
Some experts remain skeptical, but new research shows infections may have occurred in the U.S. before the world ever became aware of the new virus.'The studies are pretty consistent'
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Declassified documents solve WWII mystery
The discovery of the location of executed wartime Japanese Prime Minister Hideki Tojo's remains brings partial closure to a painful chapter of Japanese history that still plays out today.Here's how the operation went
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Israeli forces launch airstrikes in Gaza weeks after truce
Military personnel said they used warplanes to raid compounds in Gaza after officials claimed Hamas sent incendiary balloons into Israeli territory.Recent ceasefire ended 11 days of bloodshed
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Only Amazon Prime members can score these secret deals
There's a hidden hub of 'Just for Prime' deals waiting to be explored. And the key to the kingdom is nothing more than a Prime membership.Items start at $15
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Extreme heat blazes across the West: Could break 200 records
About 200 million people are projected to experience temperatures over 90 degrees over the next seven days, and 40 million over 100 degrees.'Escaping' to mountains won't help
Reuters
Surveying turtle nest yields $1.2M cocaine surprise on Florida beach
Angy Chambers, a civil engineer and wildlife manager, noticed the 24 packages strewn about while waiting for the turtles to arrive on May 19, officials said.Packaging often destroyed at sea
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'Bachelor' alums share first photos of their newborn twins
Arie Luyendyk Jr. and Lauren Burnham took to Instagram to share pictures of their new baby girl and boy.'Never been prouder of my wife'
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MacKenzie Scott reveals another massive donation
MacKenzie Scott, philanthropist and former wife of Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos, announced on Tuesday that she had donated another $2.74 billion to charity.Details on where she sent money
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'The border is not open,' DHS secretary declares
Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas doubled down on Vice President Kamala Harris's warning to people of Central America — casting it as a "humanitarian" plea.'It is dangerous'
AP
Aaron Rodgers trolled by 'Match' rival Tom Brady
Promoting the upcoming edition of “The Match” golf showdown, Rodgers didn't get into his situation with the Green Bay Packers. That didn't stop Bucs QB Brady from razzing him.Sarcasm on his 'quiet offseason'
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Designer says Chrissy Teigen's alleged bullying led to suicidal thoughts
Michael Costello says he's still "traumatized" seven years after online interactions with Teigen that he said had a negative effect on his career.'I didn't see the point of living'
AP
Why Ketanji Brown Jackson is viewed as Biden's top pick for Supreme Court
The Senate confirmed Jackson to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia, an influential court that has been a springboard for future Supreme Court justices.Filling seat of Merrick Garland
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Plumbers' pay tops $100K in post-COVID demand
In the midst of a widespread worker shortage and an increase in DIY home projects, the demand for plumbers in some areas of the U.S. is skyrocketing.Where they're earning the most
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'Girl shut tf up': WNBA players toss fighting words
Phoenix Mercury star Skylar Diggins-Smith wasn't pleased when Jazmine Jones of the New York Liberty criticized one of her highlights posted on Twitter.Official team accounts get involved
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Dr. Dre on brain aneurysm: 'I never saw that coming'
The 56-year-old rap mogul offers an update on the serious health scare he had just five months ago when he was hospitalized following a brain aneurysm.'Always taken care of my health'
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Man accused of killing 2 co-workers, wounding 2 more in plant shooting
The gunfire — among the latest in a spate of shootings across the U.S. — broke out early Tuesday at a Mueller Co. plant in Albertville, Ala., authorities said.Shooter fled factory in car
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Weinstein loses court battle, will be extradited to L.A.
Harvey Weinstein faces 11 sexual assault charges in Los Angeles involving five women. If convicted, he could face up to an additional 140 years behind bars.New York judge denied stay
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State sued over cancellation of its jobless programs
Two legal organizations in Indiana are suing the state over the governor's decision to opt out of federally funded pandemic unemployment programs.Plans to cut off benefits June 19
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Missing U.S. military guns being used in street crimes
An Associated Press investigation has found that at least 1,900 U.S. military firearms were lost or stolen during the 2010s, with some resurfacing in violent crimes.Beretta M9 used in 4 shootings
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'In the Heights' creator responds to casting criticism
What the film got right, according to fans, was the notion that Latin Americans are not a monolith, but it fell short with its lack of Afro-Latino representation.Lin-Manuel Miranda: 'All I wanted was for us ... to feel seen'
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Soccer player gives update after scary on-field collapse
Denmark's Christian Eriksen posted a selfie from his hospital bed along with a message of gratitude and positivity for both his fans and his teammates.'I'm fine — under the circumstances'
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The 1st state to lock down lifts its last big COVID restriction
When California finally lifted its mask mandate Tuesday, the shift felt more like an evolution than a revolution.Did the state play it too safe?
AP
Biden pushes plan to combat domestic terrorism
The National Security Council released the strategy plan, which comes more than six months after a mob of insurgents loyal to President Trump stormed the U.S. Capitol.'A stain on the soul of America'
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U.S. and China on path to 'great confrontation'?
Tensions between the 2 nations are likely only to worsen under the Biden administration, according to Raymond James Washington policy analyst Ed Mills.Continuing what started under Trump
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DHS chief details 'most significant' threat U.S. faces
Domestic violent extremism now poses a greater terrorism threat than al-Qaida or the Islamic State, according to Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.U.S. unveils plan to combat threat
Reuters
Ledecky qualifies for Olympics, but a new challenger has emerged
Katie Ledecky will almost certainly win gold medals in Tokyo, but as she qualified at U.S. Olympic trials, a threat was revealed in Australia.Primary competition
Subaru
What to buy if you want a car but need a pickup truck
With a turbocharged engine and standard all-wheel drive, this quicky vehicle is both capable and comfortable.It may have been a little too far ahead of its time
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Doctors warn of burns from asphalt as heat wave hits U.S. West
Health officials advised people to be mindful of hot asphalt, sidewalks and even desert sand.Group at most at risk of falls that lead to serious burns
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'Bachelorette' Hannah Brown stars on new dating show
The reality TV star appeared alongside Zoey Deschanel and Michael Bolton on a new version of "The Celebrity Dating Game."Fans on Twitter spotted issue
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Amazon reviewers are obsessed with these $9 'no-show' socks
If you hate the look of socks peeking out around your ankles and spoiling your footwear look, Eedor socks are your salvation.Over 15,000 five-star reviews
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SCOTUS revives LinkedIn bid to shield personal data
The LinkedIn case underscores the increasing importance of personal data on the internet and the ability of companies to profit from that information.Crucial questions raised
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Family pays tribute to mother-of-two killed at protest
Deona M. Knajdek was killed and 3 other people were injured when a vehicle drove into demonstrators in Minneapolis.'Constantly sacrificing herself for everyone around her'
AP
DOJ urges court to reimpose death penalty for Boston Marathon bomber
Justice Department lawyers said in court documents that the lower court was wrong when it threw out the death sentence last year.'One of the most important terrorism prosecutions'
AP
Texans urged to conserve energy amid outages
The electric power grid manager for most of of state appealed to householders to lower thermostats and avoid using large appliances until demand decreased late in the day.'Unusual for this early in the summer season'
AP
New York lifts more COVID rules as it hits vaccination milestone
Businesses will no longer have to follow social distancing rules nor limit how many people they can allow inside.'We can now return to life as we know it'

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