66 m. ago Fairfax County library defends displaying Pride book in children's section after criticism

Fairfax County library defends controversial Pride-themed children's book "Grandad's Pride" in kids section, citing diversity policy amid criticism.

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89 m. ago Democrats seek answers on donor access tied to Trump’s White House ballroom

Democrats seek answers on donor access tied to Trump’s White House ballroom  The Washington Post

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1 hour ago 1970s cold case near Gunlock State Park reopened by Washington County investigators

1970s cold case near Gunlock State Park reopened by Washington County investigators  kjzz.com

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1 hour ago AI 'CHEF' could help those with cognitive declines complete home tasks

In the United States, 11% of adults over age 45 self-report some cognitive decline, which may impact their ability to care for themselves and perform tasks such as cooking or paying bills. A team of Washington University in St. Louis researchers has integrated two novel vision-language models that create a potential artificial intelligence (AI) assistant that could help people remain independent.

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2 h. ago Trump Tells ‘Iranian Patriots’ Help ‘Is on Its Way’: Keep Protesting, ‘Take Over Your Institutions’ — Killers Will Pay ‘Big Price’

The death toll from Iran’s crackdown on anti-regime protests has reached staggering levels, with families searching through body bags and over 10,000 arrested, while President Donald Trump told protesters that “help is on its way,” and the U.S. urged Americans to leave the country. The post Trump Tells ‘Iranian Patriots’ Help ‘Is on Its Way’: Keep Protesting, ‘Take Over Your Institutions’ — Killers Will Pay ‘Big Price’ appeared first on Breitbart.

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2 h. ago Iran: Death Toll Rises to Thousands, Trump Says ‘Help Is on Its Way’

The Iranian opposition group known as the People’s Mojahedin Organization of Iran/Mojahedin-e-Khalq (PMOI/MEK) claimed on Tuesday that the death toll from the nationwide uprising against the Iranian regime has surpassed 3,000, with casualties reported from 195 cities. President Donald Trump urged the “patriots” of Iran to stay strong, and promised “help is on its way.” The post Iran: Death Toll Rises to Thousands, Trump Says ‘Help Is on Its Way’ appeared first on Breitbart.

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3 h. ago Washington County trains new poll workers for 2026 elections

Washington County trains new poll workers for 2026 elections  KHBS

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3 h. ago Families Of Idaho Murder Victims SUE Bryan Kohberger's School Following His Sentencing

The Idaho murder victims’ families’ legal battles are far from over. Four students were killed at the University of Idaho — Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen, Xana Kernodle, and Ethan Chapin. And now their families are suing Washington State University. The school is where convicted murderer Bryan Kohberger was attending to get his Ph.D. at the [...] Read More... The post Families Of Idaho Murder Victims SUE Bryan Kohberger's School Following His Sentencing -- The Details Are DAMNING! appeared first on Perez Hilton.

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3 h. ago Scott Adams, ‘Dilbert’ cartoonist who was later dropped for racist remarks, dies at 68

At its height, “Dilbert,” with its mouthless, bespectacled hero in a white short-sleeved shirt and a perpetually curled red tie, appeared in 2,000 newspapers worldwide in at least 70 countries and 25 languages. The post Scott Adams, ‘Dilbert’ cartoonist who was later dropped for racist remarks, dies at 68 appeared first on Boston.com.

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4 h. ago Historic Dugout Cafe dive bar to sell its liquor license to chain restaurant

The listed price for the all-alcohol liquor license is $550,000, according to an attorney representing Earls Kitchen + Bar. The post Historic Dugout Cafe dive bar to sell its liquor license to chain restaurant appeared first on Boston.com.

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4 h. ago In Venezuela, the US has removed a dictator, but shows little sign of building a democracy

In Venezuela, the US has removed a dictator, but shows little sign of building a democracy  The London School of Economics and Political Science

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4 h. ago Trump says 'HELP IS ON ITS WAY' for Iran as protest death toll tops 2,000

The death toll over 16 days of mass anti-government protests in Iran reached 2,000 as of Monday, according to data published by the the U.S.-based HRANA.

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5 h. ago Microsoft's Brad Smith pushes Big Tech to 'pay our way' for AI data centers amid rising opposition

It won't be easy for Big Tech companies to win the hearts and minds of Americans who are angered about massive artificial intelligence data centers sprouting up in their neighborhoods, straining electricity grids and drawing on local reservoirs.

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5 h. ago Louis Tomlinson Reveals One Direction Is 'Closer' After Liam Payne's Death, BUT...

One Direction is closer than ever after Liam Payne‘s tragic death…but will it last? As you know, Liam sadly died at just 31 years old in October 2024 while on a trip to Argentina. He fell off of his hotel’s balcony, leaving the world shocked and heartbroken. Directioners and his former bandmates alike are still [...] Read More... The post Louis Tomlinson Reveals One Direction Is 'Closer' After Liam Payne's Death, BUT... appeared first on Perez Hilton.

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6 h. ago ‘What’s Big Dumper?’: Recent ‘Jeopardy!’ episode pays homage to Cal Raleigh

‘What’s Big Dumper?’: Recent ‘Jeopardy!’ episode pays homage to Cal Raleigh  The Seattle Times

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6 h. ago The United States government revoked a record 100,000 visas in 2025

The United States government revoked a record 100,000 visas in 2025  EL PAÍS English

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6 h. ago Top 25 Washington Girls Basketball High School State Rankings – Jan. 13, 2026

Top 25 Washington Girls Basketball High School State Rankings – Jan. 13, 2026  Sports Illustrated

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6 h. ago Supreme Court considers whether states can ban transgender athletes in school sports

Supreme Court considers whether states can ban transgender athletes in school sports  NBC4 Washington

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6 h. ago Man sentenced to 31 years in retrial of Washington County sex abuse case

Man sentenced to 31 years in retrial of Washington County sex abuse case  KPTV

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7 h. ago Omar ripped for 'inciting violence' after Minneapolis ICE shooting: 'Make sure these people pay'

Rep. Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., faces backlash from GOP critics who say she has been encouraging violence against ICE agents following fatal shootings involving federal immigration agents.

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