2 h. ago Trump Wants to ‘Take Back’ D.C., but the Federal Government Already Controls Much of It

The president and his allies have berated local officials. Yet the federal government has often made it harder for those officials to manage the capital.

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2 h. ago Fed Faces High Bar for Big Cuts Despite White House Pressure

The Federal Reserve is poised to lower interest rates in September. But signs of stickier inflation could limit how much relief officials can ultimately provide to borrowers.

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2 h. ago Juneau hit by flooding from melting glacier for third year in a row

For three years in a row, Juneau has had unprecedented flooding in August from a melting glacier. This year, officials built a levee to protect the city. It seems to have helped, but it's temporary.

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2 h. ago How mental health practitioners in Gaza are treating themselves and others

How are therapists in Gaza treating themselves and others? NPR speaks with Palestinian journalist Mohammad Mhawish about Gaza's unseen wounds and how people are coping with collective trauma.

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3 h. ago Failed GOP candidate sentenced to 80 years in connection with shooting spree at Democrat officials' homes

A former Republican candidate was sentenced to 80 years behind bars for orchestrating drive-by shootings at the homes of Democratic officials following his election loss.

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6 h. ago Washington Spirit Launches “Shop Our Spirit” Campaign to Support Female

Washington Spirit Launches “Shop Our Spirit” Campaign to Support Female-Owned Businesses  Ministry of Sport

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7 h. ago How a Call From Trump Ignited a Frantic Week of Diplomacy by Ukraine

Once a vague proposal for a territorial swap gained clarity, a worried President Volodymyr Zelensky worked to rally allies before Friday’s Trump-Putin summit.

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7 h. ago US sanctions Brazil health officials over Cuba’s overseas medical missions

US sanctions Brazil health officials over Cuba’s overseas medical missions  Al Jazeera

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9 h. ago Officials: Cape Cod swimmer infected with rare bacteria that can cause ‘flesh

The swimmer, described by officials as "an older individual," went into the water at a Falmouth beach with an open wound. The post Officials: Cape Cod swimmer infected with rare bacteria that can cause ‘flesh-eating’ disease appeared first on Boston.com.

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9 h. ago Appeals court says Trump officials can withhold billions in foreign aid

Appeals court says Trump officials can withhold billions in foreign aid  The Washington Post

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10 h. ago Declassified Emails Show James Clapper Told Intelligence Officials to 'Compromise' on Procedures for 2017 Report

Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Tulsi Gabbard revealed declassified emails showed that former DNI James Clapper directed intelligence officials to "compromise" on regular procedures regarding a January 2017 Intelligence Community Assessment (ICA) report. The post Declassified Emails Show James Clapper Told Intelligence Officials to ‘Compromise’ on Procedures for 2017 Report appeared first on Breitbart.

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10 h. ago Why some Orioles fans donated to feline rescue to support Andrés Muñoz

Why some Orioles fans donated to feline rescue to support Andrés Muñoz  The Seattle Times

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10 h. ago OMG! Taylor Swift Reveals Her SEXIEST Look Yet With New Album Art

Whoa! Taylor Swift‘s new era is her HOTTEST yet! While hanging out with her beau Travis Kelce and his brother Jason Kelce on the New Heights podcast Wednesday, Tay Tay officially revealed the cover art and track list for The Life of a Showgirl! Out October 3rd! And oh boy, these pics are so steamy. [...] Read More... The post OMG! Taylor Swift Reveals Her SEXIEST Look Yet With New Album Art -- LOOK! appeared first on Perez Hilton.

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10 h. ago New barriers prevented severe flood damage in Alaska, officials say

New barriers prevented severe flood damage in Alaska, officials say  Santa Fe New Mexican

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10 h. ago Taylor Swift Album Color Reignites Fan Theory About Travis Kelce Engagement

Strap in, y’all! Swifties are on another detective case! And this time, they think Taylor Swift could be hinting at an ENGAGEMENT. As we previously reported, the pop star’s engagement rumors to Travis Kelce were denied after his cheeky Instagram post. They were sparked after he went IG official with his girlfriend, and she appeared [...] Read More... The post Taylor Swift Album Color Reignites Fan Theory About Travis Kelce Engagement -- See Why! appeared first on Perez Hilton.

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12 h. ago Israel's FM Sa'ar: Palestinian State 'Would Be Suicidal' — Tells France and Canada to 'Establish It on Your Territory'

Israeli Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar delivered a blunt rejection of international two-state solution pressure Wednesday, telling a delegation of American journalists that "a Palestinian state in the heart of Israel would indeed be a solution—for those who seek to eliminate us" and suggesting Western nations advocating for Palestinian statehood should "establish it on their own territory" instead. The post Israel’s FM Sa’ar: Palestinian State ‘Would Be Suicidal’ — Tells France and Canada to ‘Establish It on Your Territory’ appeared first on Breitbart.

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13 h. ago Republicans ready to support Trump's move to skirt Congress in DC crime crackdown

President Donald Trump wants to extend his takeover of the Washington, D.C., police, and some congressional Republicans are backing him up.

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13 h. ago New river barriers prevented severe flood damage from a glacial outburst in Alaska, officials say

New river barriers prevented severe flood damage from a glacial outburst in Alaska, officials say  AP News

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13 h. ago Visa Restrictions on African, Cuban, and Grenadian Government Officials Involved in the Cuban Regime’s Coercive Forced Labor Export Scheme

Visa Restrictions on African, Cuban, and Grenadian Government Officials Involved in the Cuban Regime’s Coercive Forced Labor Export Scheme  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

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13 h. ago Visa Revocations and Restrictions on Brazilian Government Officials and Former PAHO Officials Involved in the Cuban Regime’s Labor Export Scheme

Visa Revocations and Restrictions on Brazilian Government Officials and Former PAHO Officials Involved in the Cuban Regime’s Labor Export Scheme  U.S. Department of State (.gov)

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