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Nuclear plant crisis escalates as former Russian president makes veiled threat
After accusations that Russia is risking a nuclear catastrophe by stationing forces around a large Ukrainian power station, Dmitry Medvedev taunted the West.'Accidents can happen there, too'
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Man chugs from bottle, dies after his verdict is read
A Texas man charged with five counts of child sexual assault died after a jury convicted him and he chugged a bottle of liquid in the courtroom, his lawyer said Friday.'He kept drinking and drinking'
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Suspect in New Mexico killings left trail of violence
In the six years since he resettled in the U.S. from Afghanistan, the primary suspect in the slayings of four Muslim men in Albuquerque has been arrested several times.'Obviously a disturbed individual'
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Questions arise as Lake Mead reveals more dead bodies
The nation's largest reservoir is at an alarmingly low level and is giving up many of its secrets, including the fourth set of human remains discovered since May.Organized-crime burial ground?
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Consequences of GOP response to Trump FBI search
Republicans have been largely quiet about the spike of violent threats against law enforcement since the Mar-a-Lago search despite making support for police a hallmark of their campaigns.'Fox & Friends' called out leader
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Study identifies 15 cheap, beautiful places to retire
The ideal retirement means enjoying life with minimal stress and spending time in a pleasant environment.Destinations to consider
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Sinema took Wall Street money while killing a tax hike on investors
Democratic Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, who thwarted attempts to raise taxes on wealthy investors, received almost $1 million over the past year from them.Her office defends her stance
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Rain pours into casino as flash floods hit Vegas
Two weeks after Las Vegas casinos and hotels were flooded with water during monsoonal rains, Sin City was hit with fresh flash floods on Thursday night.'Not sure if it’s raining more inside . . . or outside.'
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Wyo. fuel spill 100 times worse than original estimate
A diesel pipeline owned by a company that's being sued over previous spills cracked open and released more than 45,000 gallons of fuel, state regulators disclosed.'One of those things that happen'
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Girl vanished, then her dog showed up to save the day
Charlee Campbell's family was panicked after she disappeared without a trace, but her family dog Penny knew what to do.Talk about a hero
Maternity Week
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Kate Middleton’s most expensive outfits, ranked
Middleton may look relatively approachable, but her modest wardrobe often comes with an outrageous price tag.She spares no expense
Maternity Week
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FDA warns about at-home rapid antigen tests for COVID-19
The FDA said that at-home rapid antigen tests can deliver false negative results and people who need tests should should plan to do so more than once.Time frame to test after exposure
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Salman Rushdie on ventilator after onstage attack
The author has a damaged liver, severed nerves in one arm and is likely to lose an eye, after being stabbed as he prepared to deliver a lecture in New York, his agent said.24-year-old N.J. man arrested
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FBI took top secret documents from Trump's home: DOJ
The Department of Justice said it has probable cause to believe that Donald Trump violated the Espionage Act following the FBI's removal of top secret documents from the former president's home.Could create major legal jeopardy
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An 'ecological catastrophe': Tons of dead fish found floating in river
A scandal has erupted over the discovery in the Oder River, which runs along Poland's border with Germany, and the damage could take the river years to recover.'We will not let this matter go'
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Viral video of distressed NYC carriage horse renews calls for ban
Mounted officers hosed the horse down to help lower its body temperature. Video from the scene also shows a pillow was placed under its head.'The world is watching'
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8 items around your home that may be worth a lot more than you think
From collectibles to unused electronics, there are likely items languishing in your home that could provide you with an extra source of cash.Kids' action figures
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This is the nonstick cookware Gordon Ramsay swears by
"I use the pans at home, and the combination of stainless steel and nonstick functionality is amazing," says the professional chef.'It's highly versatile and cooks exceptionally well'
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Officers of color blocked from guarding Chauvin granted $1.5M
Eight corrections officers of color were barred from entering the floor where Derek Chauvin was detained in May of 2020.'Racist, heinous, highly disrespectful'
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How new 'League of Their Own' tells 'queer stories'
Cast and creators on bringing LGBTQ narratives not seen in Penny Marshall's 1992 baseball classic to their Prime Video series.A coming out story for its two central characters
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Anne Heche declared 'brain dead,' publicist says
The actress known for her roles in a string of high-profile late '90s films has been declared "brain dead," her publicist said, one week after crashing her car into a home in L.A.Remains on life support for organ donation
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Criminal case against the Trump Organization and its CFO can proceed
A New York state judge denied a request for dismissal and ruled that a fraud and tax evasion case against the company and ex-CFO Allen Weisselberg can proceed.Only 1 of 15 charges dropped
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22 former 1st-round NFL picks running out of chances
With the NFL's 2022 preseason poised to hit high gear, pressure is about to ratchet up on players throughout the league — especially a few big names who have plenty to prove.Both Carolina QBs on list
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Oldest-known footage of New Orleans is found
The historic film, which shows two minutes of the 1898 Mardi Gras parade, has finally been located halfway around the world.Watch a clip
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Mindy Kaling on reading mean reviews about her appearance
Kaling is equipped with newfound confidence and isn’t letting any of the haters bring her down. She’s worked too hard for that.'I feel so content now'
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New CDC guidance moves COVID past emergency status
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention released revisions to pandemic guidance that clearly indicate a shift from the state of emergency approach that has been in place since 2020.New emphasis on serious illness
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Coca-Cola launches dream-inspired flavor
What do your dreams taste like? Coca-Cola thinks it has the answer. Enter "Dreamworld," the new soda flavor that is meant to capture "technicolor tastes and surrealism of the subconscious."How reviewer describes taste
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Science-backed tip for lowering your blood sugar levels
If you like to follow a meal with a quick walk outside, it turns out the practice is beneficial to more than just your digestive tract.What researchers discovered
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'Stranger Things' star reveals struggles with loneliness
While Millie Bobby Brown gained fame and success at a young age, she says being a teen in the spotlight opened her up to a lot of criticism. Discusses her 'year of healing'
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Will the Inflation Reduction Act impact inflation?
Here’s what economic analyses suggest the measure, which passed the House on Friday, will actually do for U.S. households that have faced hardships as prices have spiked.What it takes to 'move the needle'
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Some bars are choosing to go booze-free
Mocktails and zero-proof cocktails have become so popular that some restaurants and bars are saying goodbye to alcohol entirely.What's behind the trend?
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How often do you need to get a new toothbrush?
Dentists speak up about how long you can go before replacing a used toothbrush, how to tell if it's time to toss yours and if there's anything you can do in between to keep those bristles clean.Timeline shifts if you've been sick
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Deion: 'My head doesn't belong with some of these other heads' in the Hall
Deion Sanders criticized the Pro Football Hall of Fame, saying that he deserves to be in a higher tier than some players recently inducted in Canton, Ohio.Makes his case in a 2-minute video
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Astronomers may have found the newest planet in the galaxy
More than 5,000 planets exist beyond our solar system. This week astronomers announced they may have discovered the youngest one yet.395 light-years from Earth
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Applebee's CEO: We'll never do this at our restaurants
There will be no "shrinkflation," or cutting of the size of food portions at Applebee's and IHOP, says its CEO.'That's sacrosanct for us'
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Grammy-winning singer arrested for domestic assault
Michelle Branch, who is splitting with her husband of three years, Black Keys drummer Patrick Carney, allegedly slapped Carney during an altercation.Accusations of cheating
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Landmark climate, health care bill passes the House
The House of Representatives passed the Inflation Reduction Act on Friday, clearing the way for President Biden to sign the biggest investment in combating climate change in the nation's history.Unanimous GOP opposition
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Viewer's guide for highly anticipated 2022 World Cup
One of the most eagerly awaited men's World Cups in recent memory — as much for off-the-field reasons as those on it — is just around the corner.Biggest storylines to watch
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Padres star gets 80-game suspension for performance-enhancing drugs
Fernando Tatis Jr. was suspended after testing positive for Clostebol, a drug on the list of banned substances, Major League Baseball announced Friday.Blames ringworm medication
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Weird Depression-era dessert turns modern people's stomachs
As bakers in the Great Depression got desperate, they stumbled upon a new type of "cake" that offends modern tastes.No eggs, no butter, no milk
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Kansas abortion vote reveals limits of GOP's strength
A proposed state constitutional amendment would have allowed the Republican-controlled Legislature to tighten restrictions or ban abortions outright.Huge turnout blocked plan
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FBI to adjust 'security posture' in wake of attack
FBI Director Christopher Wray says he is focused on the safety of agency employees after a man fired a nail gun at the Cincinnati field office.Attacker allegedly at Capitol on Jan. 6
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'Deeply miss you': Robin Williams honored 8 years after his death
The comic legend's children Zak and Zelda paid tribute to their famous father, who died by suicide on Aug. 11, 2014.'You wonderful, hairy man'
Reuters
Iran's hardline newspapers praise Rushdie's attacker
Several hardline Iranian newspapers lavishly praised the person who seriously wounded author Salman Rushdie, whose novel "The Satanic Verses" had drawn death threats from Iran.Suspect's motive not yet clear
AP
'I'm truly sorry': Watson's message to female accusers
Deshaun Watson spoke before the Browns' preseason opener and addressed a judge's assertion that he failed to express remorse during the process for alleged sexual misconduct.Appealing 6-game suspension
AP
$2B announced for roads, bridges, bike lanes across U.S.
U.S. transportation officials announced $2.2 billion for local infrastructure projects, more than double the amount awarded last year under the same program.President Biden's $1 trillion infrastructure law
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Americans turn to credit card rewards to absorb inflation
Nearly half of credit card holders are leaning on their rewards to offset rising costs of everyday purchases, according to a recent Wells Fargo study.'Customers love rewards ... and they do add up'

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