4 hours ago Letter Calling for Tracking People of Color Circulates in an Oregon County

The letter, distributed in Lincoln County, Ore., tells community members to report people who may be undocumented, the sheriff’s office said.

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4 hours ago 5 hurt after suspect fleeing troopers drives truck into Texas mall: Authorities

Five people were hurt after a man fleeing troopers drove a truck through the entrance of a mall in Killeen, Texas, the Texas Department of Safety says.

Culture

7 hours ago German judge grants warrant for murder in Christmas market killings, police say

At least five people are now known to have been killed in the vehicle-ramming attack on a Christmas market in the German city of Magdeburg on Friday.

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7 hours ago Over 80 people sick with norovirus after eating oysters at Los Angeles Times food event

Over 80 people sick with norovirus after eating oysters at Los Angeles Times food event  USA TODAY

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9 hours ago American Culture Quiz: Test yourself on Christmas classics, fine firs and popular proteins

The American Culture Quiz is a weekly test of our unique national traits, trends, history and people. This time, test your knowledge of fiscal firsts, seasonal spruces and cartoon classics.

Culture

12 hours ago College students get emotional about climate change. Some are finding help in class

A recent survey finds that more than half of young people aged 16-25 are highly worried about climate change. Some universities are now trying to help them navigate those emotions in class.

Society

12 hours ago New skincare trend has people rubbing beef fat on their faces: Dermatologists react

Tallow balm maker and natural cosmetics brand Hearth and Homestead has seen a major rise in demand for beef tallow products. Experts weigh the potential benefits and risks.

Transport

14 hours ago Pickup truck driver killed by police after driving through Texas mall and injuring 5

A pickup truck driver fleeing police careened through the doors of a JCPenney store in Texas and continued through a busy mall, injuring five people before he was fatally shot by officers.

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17 hours ago ‘Nutcracker’ Is a Casualty of a ‘Quarantine’ of Russian Culture in Lithuania

Lithuania’s national opera house had stopped showing Tchaikovsky’s 1892 masterpiece in solidarity with Ukraine over the war with Russia. Then a new minister expressed fondness for the Russian composer, igniting a furor.

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