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Dec 12
North Korea Wants Dollars. It’s a Sign of Trouble.
by Choe Sang-HunKim Jong-un is desperately trying to find hard currency to fund his military and economic ambitions.nytimes.com · Dec 12 · Published: Dec 9
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FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried arrested in Bahamas
by Aaron KaterskySam Bankman-Fried, the embattled former CEO of cryptocurrency giant FTX, has been arrested in the Bahamas, the Bahamas Attorney General's Office said.abcnews.go.com · Dec 12
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CVS, Walgreens to pay $10.7 billion for alleged opioid prescription lapses
by Rob WileThe funds will go to state, local and tribal opioid remediation and abatement programs.nbcnews.com · Dec 12
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Colin Kaepernick To Exec Produce True-Crime Docuseries ‘Killing County’ For Hulu From ABC News Studios; Nile Cappello Behind ‘Death In The Dorms’
by Peter WhiteEXCLUSIVE: ABC News Studios is ramping up its slate of true-crime docuseries for Hulu with new projects from the likes of Colin Kaepernick and The Way Down’s...deadline.com · Dec 12
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Dec 10
Bryan Adams: ‘My doc says men need sex 27 times a month, but who gets that?’
by Rosanna GreenstreetThe singer on crying over animal cruelty, a skydiving accident and his fondness for Jammie Dodgers.theguardian.com · Dec 10
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Dec 9
Video released of moments before FBI agent fatally shot man at Metro Center
by Peter HermannThe encounter between the two men is seconds long, and the footage does not show the shooting itself.washingtonpost.com · Dec 9
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Brittney Griner arrives back in U.S. after Russian prisoner swap
by Phil HelselGriner could be seen climbing down the steps of a plane shortly after it arrived at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland in Texas before 6 a.m. EST.nbcnews.com · Dec 9
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North Korea Wants Dollars. It’s a Sign of Trouble.
by Choe Sang-HunKim Jong-un is desperately trying to find hard currency to fund his military and economic ambitions.nytimes.com · Dec 9
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Here’s which House members voted for or against the Respect for Marriage Act
by Hannah Dormido, Adrián Blanco, Kati PerryMore Republicans joined in support of the Respect for Marriage Act, which passed in a 258-169 vote, following a Senate amendment.washingtonpost.com · Dec 9
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We Might Have Long Covid All Wrong
by Natalie ShureSome post-Covid symptoms may be produced by the brain. Does that make them any less real?newrepublic.com · Dec 9 · Published: Dec 8
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Dec 8
Reporters’ Notebook — Winter and the War
by Tal AlroyAs Russia’s war in Ukraine continues into 2023, the weather will have an important impact. Why are policymakers in Brussels and Washington worried about...foreignpolicy.com · Dec 8
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House passes bill to protect same-sex marriage, sending it to Biden's desk
by Sahil KapurThe legislation, which would also ensure federal protections for interracial marriages, has already passed the Senate. President Joe Biden is expected to...nbcnews.com · Dec 8
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WNBA star Brittney Griner released from Russian custody in a high-profile prisoner swap between the U.S. and Moscow
by Andrea MitchellGriner was detained in February at Moscow’s Sheremetyevo Airport after Russian authorities said they found vape canisters with cannabis oil in her luggage.nbcnews.com · Dec 8
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Dec 7
Service members kicked out for refusing Covid vaccine may be let back in
by Courtney KubeA bill that must be passed soon lifts the military's vaccine mandate, and many of the thousands kicked out for refusing vaccination may be allowed back in...nbcnews.com · Dec 7
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Morocco Win Brings Cheers Heard Across Africa and the Middle East
by Aida AlamiArabs and Africans around the world joined in an outpouring of pride and joy over Morocco’s World Cup success after it defeated Spain.nytimes.com · Dec 7
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Ex-Theranos executive Sunny Balwani sentenced to nearly 13 years in prison for fraud
by Rob WileBalwani's sentence is longer than the more than 11 years company founder Elizabeth Holmes got last month.nbcnews.com · Dec 7
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The Women of Iran Are TIME's 2022 Heroes of the Year
The movement young women in Iran are leading is educated, liberal, secular, raised on higher expectations, and desperate for normality.time.com · Dec 7
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“We’re Coming for You”: Italy’s Neofascists Target Journalists as They Assume Power
by Alice SperiItaly’s new prime minister, Giorgia Meloni, has inspired a surge of far-right threats and attacks against journalists and critics.theintercept.com · Dec 7
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Feature: China's widespread presence at Qatar World Cup-Xinhua
Photo taken on Sept. 9, 2022 shows the exterior view of the Lusail stadium, the main stadium of FIFA World Cup 2022, on the outskirts of Doha, Qatar. (Photo...english.news.cn · Dec 7
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Georgia Senate Runoff 2022 Election Results
Georgia Senate runoff election results 2022, including votes, live maps and poll results for Senator Raphael Warnock and Herschel Walker by county.nbcnews.com · Dec 7
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Democratic Sen. Warnock defeats Republican Walker in Georgia runoff
by Alex Seitz-WaldDemocratic Sen. Raphael Warnock successfully fended off a challenge from Republican football star Herschel Walker Tuesday, NBC News projects.nbcnews.com · Dec 7
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Dec 6
FBI asking about videos and racist website in connection with Colorado shooting
by Jo YurcabaA former neighbor said the suspect wanted “a platform where people could go and post pretty much whatever they want.”.nbcnews.com · Dec 6
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Jury finds Trump Organization guilty of tax fraud scheme
by Adam ReissFormer President Donald Trump's company was charged in a 15-year scheme to compensate top executives “off the books” to help them avoid paying taxes.nbcnews.com · Dec 6
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Jan. 6 committee chair expects panel to issue criminal referrals to DOJ
by Summer Concepcion“We have made decisions on criminal referrals,” chairman Rep. Bennie Thompson, D-Miss., told reporters Tuesday, declining to say how many or who they may...nbcnews.com · Dec 6
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Colorado LGBTQ club shooting suspect is charged with 305 counts, including murder
by David K. LiA preliminary hearing for Club Q shooting suspect Anderson Lee Aldrich was set for Feb. 22.nbcnews.com · Dec 6
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Federal COVID-19 vaccine, benefits rollout swift but wasteful: AG | CBC News
by Peter ZimonjicThe federal government succeeded in quickly securing COVID-19 vaccines and rolling out pandemic benefits to help people and backstop the economy, but wasted...cbc.ca · Dec 6
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Dec 5
Department of Homeland Security delays REAL ID deadline to 2025
by Mark OsborneThe Department of Homeland Security has delayed the deadline for air travelers to have a REAL ID another two years, the agency announced Monday.abcnews.go.com · Dec 5
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Dec 4
Iran Has Abolished Morality Police, an Official Suggests, After Months of Protests
by Vivian YeeThe move, which the government did not confirm, might be a concession to the protest movement that erupted after the death of a young woman in the custody of...nytimes.com · Dec 4
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Dec 2
Arrests made in fatal shooting of Migos rapper Takeoff
by Julianne McShaneKirshnik Khari Ball, known professionally as Takeoff, was "an innocent bystander" when he was shot and killed on Nov. 1 outside a Houston bowling alley. He...nbcnews.com · Dec 2
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Biden signs legislation to avert rail strike
by Christina ZhaoThe president defended the deal after an amendment to add seven days of paid sick leave for rail workers failed because of opposition from Republicans and...nbcnews.com · Dec 2
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Dec 1
In major setback for Trump, appeals court ends special master's review of seized Mar-a-Lago records
by Zoë RichardsThe panel said Judge Aileen Cannon was incorrect to appoint an arbiter and prevent the government from using a trove of classified documents retrieved from...nbcnews.com · Dec 1
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Senate votes to avert rail strike, sends the legislation to Biden for his signature
by Sahil KapurBiden defended the deal despite its lack of paid sick leave that Democrats demanded. That amendment failed because of opposition from Republicans and Joe...nbcnews.com · Dec 1
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Nov 30
Trump's tax returns now in the hands of House Democrats after lengthy court battle
by Ali VitaliThe Supreme Court paved the way last week for the Democratic-led House Ways and Means Committee to gain access to six years of Trump's financial records.nbcnews.com · Nov 30
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Christine McVie, Fleetwood Mac singer-songwriter, dies at 79
by Daniel Arkin“She was truly one-of-a-kind, special and talented beyond measure," the rock group said in a statement.nbcnews.com · Nov 30
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Many Rights Are Nowhere in the Constitution. What Would Life Look Like Without Them?
The Unwritten Rights Issue shows the impact of the Supreme Court’s substantive due process decisions — and their possible future since Roe was overturned.washingtonpost.com · Nov 30
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House passes bill to avert looming rail strike, sending it to Senate ahead of crucial deadline
by Scott WongRailway workers are vowing to strike by Dec. 9 if a new agreement can’t be reached. The bill now heads to the Senate, where some members are threatening...nbcnews.com · Nov 30
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House Democrats elect Rep. Hakeem Jeffries as leader, the first Black person to lead congressional caucus
by Scott WongJeffries, 52, was elected Wednesday alongside Reps. Katherine Clark, 59, and Pete Aguilar, 43, as the party’s new top three.nbcnews.com · Nov 30
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Former Chinese President Jiang Zemin dies at 96
by Jennifer JettJiang prioritized rebuilding ties with the U.S., which paid off as China transformed into a global manufacturing powerhouse and secured greater foreign...nbcnews.com · Nov 30
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Brian Robinson sent ‘big hat’ sales wild after Commanders win
by Colin LoughranThe Commanders rookie told reporters, “If you want a big hat, let me know.” It turns out, people did.nypost.com · Nov 30
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Nov 29
Senate passes bill to protect same-sex and interracial marriage over GOP opposition
by Sahil KapurThe bill now goes back to the House for a final vote before it heads to Biden's desk.nbcnews.com · Nov 29
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Twitter is no longer enforcing its Covid misinformation policy | CNN Business
by Donie O'SullivanTwitter said it will no longer enforce its longstanding Covid misinformation policy, yet another sign of how Elon Musk plans to transform the social media...cnn.com · Nov 29
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Nov 28
Iran threatened families of national soccer team, according to security source | CNN
by Sam KileyThe families of Iran's World Cup soccer team have been threatened with imprisonment and torture if the players fail to "behave" ahead of the match against...cnn.com · Nov 28
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Megan Thee Millions: Rapper Reaps Record Riches
by Jabari YoungIt seems that nothing can stop hip-hop superstar Megan Thee Stallion from building an empire worthy of her role model, Beyoncé.forbes.com · Nov 28
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Why Is It So Hard for Men to Make Close Friends?
by Catherine PearsonAmerican men are stuck in a “friendship recession.” Here’s how to climb out.nytimes.com · Nov 28
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Nov 27
A hundred UK companies sign up for four-day week with no loss of pay
by Jasper JollyThousands of employees to be moved permanently to four days in policy described as ‘transformative’.theguardian.com · Nov 27
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After Deadly Blaze, Surge of Defiance Against China’s Covid Policies
by Chris BuckleyProtests became rare once the government cut off most routes to collective action. But ubiquitous Covid rules, bringing shared suffering, have created a...nytimes.com · Nov 27
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Nov 25
Why Every Twitter User Should Archive and Lock Down Their Data
by Thorin KlosowskiElon Musk made a mess of Twitter. Here's how to save all your data and protect your account—just in case.nytimes.com · Nov 25 · Published: Nov 18
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Nov 24
Mary Peltola Wins Bid to Serve Full Term in the House for Alaska
by Emily CochraneMs. Peltola became the first Alaska Native woman elected to Congress earlier this year when she won a special election in the state.nytimes.com · Nov 24
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Nov 23
6 killed, at least 6 injured in Virginia Walmart after employee opens fire on co-workers
by Phil HelselThe shooter was identified by the company as a night manager who'd been with the store since 2010. All of those killed were workers at the store.nbcnews.com · Nov 23
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Germany Protests FIFA Decision That Blocked Rainbow Armbands
by Tariq PanjaSoccer’s governing body had moved to block a plan by seven European team captains to wear armbands promoting gay rights by threatening them with yellow cards.nytimes.com · Nov 23