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House passes bill; could ban TikTok despite resistance from Trump
The House voted on Wednesday to pass a bill that could lead to a nationwide ban against TikTok, a major challenge to one of the world’s most popular social media apps.
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Dozens of artists/speakers pull out of SXSW festival; protest military/defense industry sponsorships
Dozens of performers and speakers have canceled appearances at the ongoing South by Southwest festival in Austin, Texas, in protest of event sponsorship from by the US military and defense companies amid the war between Israel and Hamas.
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Tow truck company owner arrested; customers overcharged
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Kansas City woman accused of decapitating son and dog in 2022 found competent for trial
Two years after she was ruled mentally unfit to stand trial, the mother accused of killing her 6-year-old son has been deemed competent and will be in court later this month.
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Ukraine hits oil refineries deep inside Russian territory; Kyiv steps up drone attacks before Putin’s likely re-election
Ukraine launched overnight drone attacks on three oil refineries deep inside Russia, a Ukrainian defense source told CNN on Wednesday, as Kyiv intensifies its cross-border strikes days before President Vladimir Putin’s anticipated re-election.
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Election officials’ homes ‘swatted’ as presidential race heats up
Heavily armed officers ordered the homeowner to walk outside with his hands up. From the doorway, a middle-aged man emerged. It was Jay Ashcroft, Missouri’s Secretary of State who minutes earlier was gearing up for a workout on his home treadmill.
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Navalny’s former chief of staff Leonid Volkov attacked with hammer in Lithuania
Russian opposition activist Leonid Volkov, who is the former chief of staff of the late Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny, was attacked Tuesday outside his house in the Lithuanian capital of Vilnius, according to Navalny’s spokesperson Kira Yarmysh.
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PVAMU’s ‘I Love My HBCU’ campaign ignites alumni passion, giving
March is not just another month for Prairie View A&M University; it’s a time to celebrate heritage, pride and the enduring legacy of HBCUs nationwide.
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2 arrested in Philadelphia bus stop shooting that left 8 high school students injured
Two 18-year-olds have been arrested for allegedly unleashing a hail of gunfire at high school students waiting at a bus stop Wednesday in Northeast Philadelphia, leaving eight injured.
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NAACP, DEI supporters call on Black athletes to avoid colleges in states with anti-DEI laws
Black activists, political leaders and supporters of diversity, equity and inclusion programs are urging Black student athletes to boycott colleges and universities in states that have promoted or passed anti-DEI policies.
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He prosecuted child sex predators; now, goes after Meta for allegedly enabling them
When Raúl Torrez, then a young prosecutor in a rural New Mexico, was preparing one of his first child abuse cases, he went to his father for advice.
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US intelligence report states Netanyahu’s viability to lead Israel is in jeopardy
The US intelligence community assesses Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s “viability as a leader” to be “in jeopardy,” according to its annual report on the national security threats facing the United States that was presented to Congress on Monday.
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Reesa Teesa let the world in on her heartbreak and it went viral. She has no regrets about it
When Tareasa “Reesa Teesa” Johnson shared on TikTok the story of what she says was a marriage gone horribly wrong, she hoped to help others who might be ignoring red flags in their relationships.
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Mother charged in death of missing Schenectady baby, officials say
The mother of an 11-month-old infant who was found dead on Sunday following an Amber Alert has been charged with second-degree manslaughter and second-degree murder.
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Dozens injured after ‘technical problem’ on LATAM flight to Auckland; passengers ‘flew through cabin’
Dozens of people were injured after a flight from Australia to New Zealand experienced a “technical event” that produced a sudden movement, according to the flight’s operator, with witnesses telling local media that passengers were suddenly thrown around the cabin.
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Idris Elba on building a wind-powered eco-city; why he doesn’t watch ‘The Wire’
British actor Idris Elba, best known for roles including Stringer Bell from “The Wire” and John Luther from the eponymous TV show, has ambitions beyond the screen. For his latest role, he wants to build a “smart eco-city” that runs off wind power on an island off the West African country of Sierra Leone.
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5 people, including juvenile, killed in Virginia plane crash, officials say
A small plane crashed into a wooded area near Virginia’s western border on Sunday, bursting into flames and killing all five people on board, including a juvenile, authorities said.
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Tour de Houston Unveils Thrilling Plans for 17th Annual Ride
Mayor John Whitmire and Apache Corporation Set the Stage for an Unforgettable Cycling Experience
Calling all cycling enthusiasts and city explorers! Join us for an exhilarating press conference featuring Mayor John Whitmire and Apache Corporation as they unveil exciting plans for the city's beloved annual bike ride, Tour de Houston presented by Apache Corporation. This highly anticipated event promises an unforgettable journey through Houston's vibrant communities, scenic districts, and picturesque parks, all while supporting the city's Re-Plant Houston Program managed by the Houston Parks and Recreation Department.
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Revolutionizing Medical Education: Ibn Sina Foundation and Sam Houston State University Partner for Clinical Training at OakBend Medical Center
Collaboration Marks a New Era in Healthcare Advancement for Fort Bend County
In a monumental stride towards enhancing medical education and healthcare accessibility, the Ibn Sina Foundation, in conjunction with Sam Houston State University - College of Osteopathic Medicine (COM), proudly announces the establishment of the Ibn Sina Clinical Training Region at OakBend Medical Center in Fort Bend County. This groundbreaking collaboration promises to elevate medical standards and community health initiatives in the region to unprecedented heights.
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Stone Age facial piercings found near wearers’ skulls in Turkey - an archaeological first
Archaeologists in Turkey have discovered groundbreaking evidence connecting prehistoric facial piercings to the bodies of the people who wore them.
