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Quickly Catch Up On The Comey Firing
The President has fired the FBI director. Here's everything you need to know about this Washington bombshell. (You can also get "5 Things You Need to Know Today" delivered to your inbox daily. Sign up here.)
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Michelle Obama makes a moral case against Donald Trump
Former first lady Michelle Obama's speech at the Democratic National Convention was not just a powerful condemnation of President Donald Trump's record and handling of the pandemic, it was an appeal aimed at the heart and conscience of every American who has watched the chaos of the last four years and yearned to make things right.
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Trump and Xi celebrate warm talks but remain far away from a final deal on trade
It was the ceasefire global policy makers and investors were hoping President Donald Trump and his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping would reach in a turbulent trade war that has sparked global market turmoil.
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Why Trump's Korean War Talk Should Be Taken Seriously
Washington elites have long regarded war with North Korea as all but unthinkable. Yet, obscured by the wild twists and daily cacophony of the Trump presidency, the conventional wisdom is changing.
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Primaries in Maine, Nevada, North Dakota, South Carolina and Virginia: What to watch
Five states head to the polls on Tuesday in primary elections that will set up some of the most critical contests to determine control of Congress next year.
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Effective Use of Social Media: 5 Tips for Small Businesses
While the digital world has proven to be lucrative, it can be a scary place for small businesses. Everyone is selling something; how do you compete with the conglomerates? Where do you get funds to hire influencers? Then you make your own mistakes: posting low quality content, inconsistency, not giving the customer information to make a sale. It can make you feel like an ant on a football field. If this is how you feel have no fear, Tay Mitch is giving you five tips to effectively utilize social media for business.
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11 Powerful Quotes From President Obama’s Final State Of The Union Address We Won’t Soon Forget
Tuesday night marked the last time President Barack Obama took the podium in the House Gallery to deliver a State of the Union address, and for many, he did not disappoint.
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Ars Lyrica Presents Season Finale From Brandenburg to Esterhazy
Ars Lyrica’s 2018/19 season finale travels from Brandenburg to Esterházy, with Bach’s two famous Brandenburg concertos and a concerto by Franz Joseph Haydn. The second “Brandenburg” concerto offers the set’s oddest combination of soloists—recorder, oboe, violin, and trumpet—while the fourth is a stealth concerto, ostensibly for violin and two recorders, though the violinist leaves everyone in the dust. Baroque violinist Ingrid Matthews joins harpsichordist and artistic director Matthew Dirst at center stage, along with Paul Leenhouts (recorder), Kathryn Montoya (Baroque oboe), and Nathaniel Mayfield (natural trumpet).
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Woman charged with Kim Jong Nam's killing freed in shock ruling
The Indonesian woman accused of using a deadly nerve agent to kill Kim Jong Nam, the half-brother of North Korean leader Kim Jong Un, returned home Monday after Malaysian prosecutors withdrew the charge against her.
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Exclusive: Putin 'has recognized he has no victory to celebrate,' US ambassador to UN says
Vladimir Putin "has recognized he has no victory to celebrate," US Ambassador to the United Nations Linda Thomas-Greenfield told CNN in response to the lack of a major escalatory announcement in the Russian President's "Victory Day" speech Monday.
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The national baby formula shortage is getting worse and parents are desperate for it to end
Bryan Lambillotte knows the anxiety-induced hunt for baby formula all too well amid the ongoing national shortage. He and his husband Chris are new parents to 2-month-old twins Brecon and London, who have been formula-fed since birth. The couple chose not to have their surrogate breastfeed them because they wanted the babies' diets to stay consistent.
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Hakeem Jeffries makes history as the first Black lawmaker to lead a party in Congress
Hakeem Jeffries made history as the first Black lawmaker to lead a party in Congress, addressing the 118th Congress for the first time in the early hours of Saturday morning.
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Don't eat the fish: Scientist says Broad River being poisoned by American Zinc
An Appalachian State scientist has a warning about the water quality of the Broad River.
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One question Trump keeps asking: When will the January 6 hearings end?
A growing chorus of voices is urging Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg to drop a murder charge against a bodega clerk who fatally stabbed a man who had gone behind the counter and pushed him.
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Swapping tip-offs for tipples, these NBA stars are hoping to hit the right notes in the wine industry
Through the entirety of a five-course dinner, three NBA stars said little about basketball.
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Celebrating Excellence in Gospel Music: Winners of the 38th Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards Revealed
Other Multiple Winners Include DOE and Zacardi Cortez with Three Awards; Maverick City Music x Kirk Franklin and Tye Tribbett with Two Trophies Each
The highly anticipated 38th Annual Stellar Gospel Music Awards, the “Greatest Night in Gospel Music,” culminated in a spectacular celebration of talent, faith, and inspiration. Hosted by Jonathan McReynolds and Tasha Cobbs Leonard, the 2023 Stellar Awards captivated audiences with powerhouse performances and heartfelt moments that brought the power of Gospel music to life. During a star-studded ceremony held at the Las Vegas Orleans Arena, the winners in nine categories were awarded statues, highlighting the remarkable achievements and contributions of Gospel music artists and industry professionals.
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Veteran US Diplomat to Serve as Acting Assistant Secretary for Middle East Affairs
Veteran American diplomat David Satterfield is expected to become the new acting Assistant Secretary of State for Near East Affairs beginning next month, replacing Stuart Jones, who is leaving the department, senior State Department officials confirmed to CNN.
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Ne-Yo Invests In Coding School, Joins Board Of Trustees
The R&B singer wants to bring more multicultural students into tech.
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Boston Celtics Owner Says Team Will Retire Paul Pierce's Number
"He’s a finals MVP, and the last player to wear No. 34 for us.”
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Rep. Jason Chaffetz is not running for re-election
In a message on his Facebook page, Chaffetz thanked supporters and announced he will "not be a candidate for any office in 2018."

