68 m. ago Trump’s swipe at ‘weak’ leaders highlights the shifting global influence of Western nations

Amid Trump’s visit to Egypt and Israel to celebrate the release of hostages held by Hamas and to usher in a new era of Mideast peace, some say Western influence is waning.

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68 m. ago Rutgers leader demands TPUSA officers be ousted after they called out Antifa

Rutgers administrator is calling for new elections to oust TPUSA officers who launched petition against professor Mark Bray, citing student eligibility requirements.

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2 h. ago A Curfew In Greenville, Miss., Is Working to Curb Violent Crime

In Greenville this year, leaders imposed a strict curfew to curb gun violence. So far, the approach is working, even as some question how far a city should go to fight crime.

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2 h. ago Art Leads the Way as the U.S. Prepares to Celebrate 250 Years

Art Leads the Way as the U.S. Prepares to Celebrate 250 Years  The New York Times

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2 h. ago Here's the secret behind Mississippi’s education miracle — and why it’s no accident

Mississippi's education turnaround involved more than phonics, requiring statewide screeners, intensive remediation programs, and Governor Phil Bryant's leadership commitment.

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2 h. ago Supreme Court hears case that questions major plank of voting rights

The Supreme Court on Wednesday hears a case that could strike down the last major part of the 1965 Voting Rights Act that remains standing.

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3 h. ago 2 hikers hospitalized after encountering grizzly bear with 2 cubs on trail

Two hikers were attacked by a grizzly bear after they encountered the mother and her two cubs on a trail in Canada, authorities said.

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4 h. ago Apocalypse Now? Why the media are suddenly freaking out about AI

Some experts paint a rosy picture of an A.I.-led future. Others are quick to jump on the doomsday bandwagon. Which side is going to remain in the public conscience longer?

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4 h. ago Mamnoon owners to close remaining Seattle restaurants, shift focus to wholesale food business

Mamnoon owners to close remaining Seattle restaurants, shift focus to wholesale food business  The Business Journals

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6 h. ago Businesses remain open as Westlake Park undergoes massive renovation in downtown Seattle

Businesses remain open as Westlake Park undergoes massive renovation in downtown Seattle  king5.com

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8 h. ago Dodgers vs. Brewers Game 2 live updates: L.A. extends its lead in eighth

Dodgers vs. Brewers Game 2 live updates: L.A. extends its lead in eighth  Los Angeles Times

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9 h. ago Dodgers vs Brewers live: Los Angeles leads late in NLCS Game 2, score

Dodgers vs Brewers live: Los Angeles leads late in NLCS Game 2, score  USA Today

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9 h. ago Dodgers vs. Brewers Game 2 live updates: L.A. leads in fifth inning

Dodgers vs. Brewers Game 2 live updates: L.A. leads in fifth inning  Los Angeles Times

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9 h. ago Washington military leader warns of drone threat to World Cup, other events

Washington military leader warns of drone threat to World Cup, other events  KOMO

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10 h. ago Sullivan votes in support of killing suspected drug smugglers without trial; Murkowski opposed

Sullivan votes in support of killing suspected drug smugglers without trial; Murkowski opposed  Alaska Beacon

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10 h. ago Suspected copper wire thief found inside a manhole in West L.A., faces charges, authorities say

Suspected copper wire thief found inside a manhole in West L.A., faces charges, authorities say  Los Angeles Times

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10 h. ago What to watch for as Mariners return home with commanding ALCS lead

What to watch for as Mariners return home with commanding ALCS lead  The Seattle Times

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10 h. ago Dodgers vs. Brewers Game 2 live updates: Milwaukee takes lead on home run

Dodgers vs. Brewers Game 2 live updates: Milwaukee takes lead on home run  Los Angeles Times

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10 h. ago Woman Handed Friend With Benefits A Cooler, Telling Him 'Here's Your Kid'

[Warning: Potentially Triggering Content] A Missouri woman has been arrested after leaving her friend with benefits with a “cruel” surprise. Something so awful he thought it must be a “f**ked up joke.” Sadly it was not… Makayla Annette Haedt, 29, was detained by authorities last month after an encounter with her former lover which is [...] Read More... The post Woman Handed Friend With Benefits A Cooler, Telling Him 'Here's Your Kid' -- Hear His Horror Story! appeared first on Perez Hilton.

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10 h. ago Republican lawmakers demand Treasury probe CAIR over alleged Hamas ties and terrorism concerns

Rep. Elise Stefanik, R-N.Y., and Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Ark., urged Treasury to probe CAIR’s alleged Hamas ties, warning its leadership and history raised national security concerns.

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