The Mirage casino, iconic Las Vegas Strip megaresort, is closing
Haley is on a roll in the primaries despite quitting. What it means for Trump.
Teenager died from eating spicy Paqui tortilla chip, autopsy says
U.S. soldier accused of stealing in Russia reportedly pleads guilty to theft
Air quality in at least 6 U.S. states threatened by Canada wildfires
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Kansas City Chiefs' Harrison Butker attacked LGBTQ rights and said women grads were excited about marriage and kids. Here’s what social media said.
Social media is calling Kansas City Chiefs kicker Harrison Butker "misogynistic" after this weekend's graduation ceremony. Here's what people, including Taylor Swift fans, had to say.
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Trump trial live updates: Michael Cohen returns to the stand for third day of testimony in hush money case
The former president’s criminal hush money trial resumes Thursday in Manhattan, where his former lawyer and so-called fixer is expected to take the stand for the second straight day.
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Teen died from eating a spicy chip as part of social media challenge, autopsy report concludes
A Massachusetts teen who participated in a spicy tortilla chip challenge on social media died from ingesting a high amount of a chili pepper extract, according to an autopsy report obtained by The Associated Press. Harris Wolobah, a 10th grader from the city of Worcester, died on Sept. 1, 2023, after eating the chip. The teen also had an enlarged heart and a congenital heart defect, according to the report, the findings of which were shared with the AP in an email from Elaine Driscoll, a spoke
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Republicans ready for a Trump loss
This time, Trump has the GOP bought in earlier on his Big Lie
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King Charles hands over military role to William
The King carries out a symbolic handing over of the baton to his eldest son.
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2024 election: Your guide to all the key primaries, debates and what happens next
Up next: Alaska and Wyoming, which are holding Democratic primaries on April 13, followed by Puerto Rico's Republican primary on April 21.
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2024 election primaries: Biden, Trump delegate tracker and updated results
Visual presentation of the 2024 primary election schedule, results in each state and the latest delegate counts for each candidate.
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Daniel Perry: Texas pardons US soldier who shot Black Lives Matter protester
Daniel Perry shot an armed protester in Austin during a protest in the wake of the murder of George Floyd.
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Why Biden-Trump debates come with risks for both sides
The campaigns have agreed to debate twice before November's election - and the stakes will be high.
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Singapore's new PM promises change, says he'll 'never settle for the status quo'
Singapore's new Prime Minister Lawrence Wong has pledged to chart a distinct course for the nation’s future while upholding the legacy of his predecessors. Wong, 51, was sworn into office on May 15, becoming Singapore's fourth prime minister. Singaporean President Tharman Shanmugaratnam appointed Wong to succeed Lee Hsien Loong, marking the end of the Lee dynasty's half-century reign.
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Swiatek beats Gauff to reach Italian Open final
World number one Iga Swiatek fended off the challenge of Coco Gauff to reach the Italian Open final.
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MP writing to Netflix over Baby Reindeer evidence
John Nicolson wants Netflix to substantiate what it told a committee about Baby Reindeer portrayal.
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Injured De Jong named in provisional Dutch squad
Injured Frenkie de Jong joins former captain Georginio Wijnaldum in the Netherlands' 30-man preliminary squad for Euro 2024.
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King Charles' first official portrait is dividing the art world
One art critic felt it was too "safe" and brought to mind a bloody horror movie, while another praised its modernity and deep emotional resonance.
5 min read - USMiami Herald
‘Elites of FIFA’ shouldn’t be subsidized by Miami-Dade, incoming FL House speaker says
“I don’t think that $46 million, whether it is in cash or in-kind, should be used toward FIFA when we have so many needs in our county,” incoming Florida House Speaker Daniel Perez said in an interview.
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Grand National winner Corach Rambler retired
Corach Rambler, winner of the 2023 Grand National, has been retired, trainer Lucinda Russell announces
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I tried 23 popular frozen meals from Trader Joe's, and would buy at least half of them again
I tried 23 frozen meals from Trader Joe's to find the best. My favorites were the riced cauliflower bowl, mushroom ravioli, and chicken chow mein.
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What are California’s most popular baby names? See the top picks for boys and girls
What’s your favorite baby name?
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Smith seals final Premier League play-off spot
Michael Smith seals the final spot in the Premier League Darts play-offs with a 6-3 win over Nathan Aspinall on the final league stage night in Sheffield.
2 min read - SportsBBC
Murray beaten at ATP Challenger event in Bordeaux
Andy Murray is beaten 6-4 6-2 as he is knocked out of a clay-court ATP Challenger event in Bordeaux by Gregoire Barrere.
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International student allegedly maxes out $140K credit before fleeing to China
A screenshot of a post describing how an international student fled the U.S. to return to China after maxing out their credit cards has gone viral on Reddit. The purported student said they exhausted their credit cards from various banks, including Chase, Citibank and American Express. The student, who claimed to be graduating from university, reportedly incurred a total debt of $140,000 — equivalent to roughly 1 million yuan — using personal and business cards.
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Hailey Bieber says ‘you’re not allowed to judge’ days after announcing her pregnancy
In a surprise video, Hailey Bieber announced she was pregnant with her first child.
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A legendary hedge fund exited its GameStop bet before the meme stock's 550% spike
Paul Tudor Jones' firm owned call and put options on GameStop stock in the fourth quarter of 2023, but they were gone from its portfolio by March.
3 min read - WorldBBC
Man in his 70s dies in incident at farm
Police say a man in his 70s has died and two others have been injured in the incident in Garvagh.
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Injured man rescued from tower block fire
The blaze broke out on the fourth floor of a block of flats in Stourbridge.
1 min read - SportsBBC
Kante recalled to France squad for Euro 2024
World Cup-winning midfielder N'Golo Kante is recalled by France after being named as one of 25 players in Didier Deschamps' squad for Euro 2024.
2 min read - WorldBBC
Serial rapist has sentence increased by nine years
Ian Elliot will now spend 27 years behind bars after admitting 43 offences from 1999 to 2021.
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Michael Cohen Schools Trump’s Dumb Lawyer
The key witness in the hush-money trial was forced to remind Donald Trump’s attorney how the law works.
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Arrest made after man dies in Lanarkshire flat
John Cairns, 24, was found fatally injured at a flat in Shotts a week ago.
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Heads-up, Apple and the rest of Big Tech: Disney wants better app store deals.
Netflix used to let customers sign up through app stores but doesn't anymore. Is that Disney's future, too? Apple might need to watch out.
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'We have the talent & mentality' - Cancelliere dreaming of glory
Glasgow winger Sebastian Cancelliere is dreaming of URC glory after the painful experience of last season's Challenge Cup final beating. Franco Smith's league leaders have a quarter-final berth already sewn up and are battling to secure top spot, with their penultimate fixture this Saturday against the Lions in South Africa. Glasgow had the chance to become the first Scottish club to win a European trophy last May, but were crushed in the Challenge Cup final by Toulon after trailing 21-0 at ha
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Fury refuses to look Usyk in the eye in face-off
Heavyweight Tyson Fury refuses to face off with Oleksandr Usyk during a cordial news conference in Saudi Arabia.
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US PGA Championship round two tee-times
The tee-times for Friday's round two of the US PGA Championship at Valhalla, Kentucky.
3 min read - USSalon
Biden announces cannabis rescheduling proposal, downgrading criminal penalties for marijuana
“No one should be in jail for merely using or possessing marijuana," Biden said
3 min read - USSacramento Bee
Trial opens for California skydiving instructor charged with fraud. What his attorney said
Opening statements in the case began Thursday morning.
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Paul Maurice provides perspective on playoffs as Panthers prepare for Game 6 vs Bruins
‘They can’t be holding their breath here. They’ve got to live it. They’ve got to enjoy it.”
4 min read - SportsBBC
Scottish home comforts helped me find form - MacIntyre
Robert MacIntyre enjoyed himself on a return home to Scotland, and it inspired him to an opening 66 at the US PGA Championship.
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Schauffele equals record as McIlroy & MacIntyre shine
Rory McIlroy and Robert MacIntyre start well at the US PGA Championship as American Xander Schauffele sets the early pace at Valhalla.
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Teen texts 911, saves self from human trafficking in Ventura County
The Ventura County Sheriff’s Office is highlighting the relatively new ability to text 911 after a Spanish-speaking teen used it to save herself from human trafficking. The girl, 17, was rescued in Casitas Springs in unincorporated Ventura County at about 3 a.m. May 9, officials said in a news release. The teen, whose name was […]
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Harrison Butker trolled with "Sims"-style animated version of himself as a homemaker
The LA Chargers used their schedule release video to take aim at the kicker's views against women in the workforce
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California is offering drivers money to test its alternative to the gas tax
For decades, California has depended on taxes from gasoline and diesel to provide most of the money for road repairs, but as the state pivots more towards electric and hybrid vehicles, officials are trying to figure out how to replace that income. Road improvements are mainly financed through the state’s high excise tax on fuels. […]
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New lecture theatre opens at university hospital
The lecture room at Basildon University Hospital is named after former surgeon, Kevin Lafferty.
1 min read - USSacramento Bee
Price tag for California’s controversial Delta tunnel project increases by $4 billion
The controversial project, which has been in the works for decades, was formally approved in December.
4 min read - PoliticsSalon
Phallic balloons and GOP allies: MAGA mobilizes as Cohen testimony comes to a close
The circus of MAGA allies and Trump superfans has overtaken Manhattan Criminal Court, both inside and outside
2 min read - USSacramento Bee
Arrest made after Northern California wildfire sparks evacuations near Camp Fire burn scar
The blaze in Butte County was 10 acres and 50% contained by Thursday morning.
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How my family of 6 spent nearly $9,000 on a Disney vacation — and what we'll do differently next time
Our six-night trip to Disney World cost $8,767 for four people. Here's what was worth it and what we'd do next time, especially regarding dining.
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Jared Kushner’s Latest Massive Foreign Investment Deal Sparks Uproar
Nepo baby Jared Kushner just got another big gift from a foreign government.
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More than 100 arrested in suspected gang operation
Police say they received reports "12 people had been queuing in the street" to buy drugs.
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6 drinks that are in this summer and 4 that are out, according to bartenders and mixologists
From Aperol spritzes to espresso martinis, there's a new cocktail trend every season. Bartenders shared their thoughts on this summer's drinks.
4 min read - LifestyleINSIDER
Take a look inside Morris-Jumel Mansion, a picturesque 18th-century estate in New York City once home to Aaron Burr
Lin-Manuel Miranda spent time writing "Hamilton" in Aaron Burr's former bedchamber in the mansion, the oldest surviving residence in Manhattan.
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