Tuesday, 31 January 2023

Man baffled at food piling up at his door. See who's behind it

A 6-year-old child in Chesterfield, Michigan, spent $1,000 of his parent's money as he was "playing" on his dad's GrubHub app. CNN affiliate WDIV has more.

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How media outlets are handling the Tyre Nichols arrest footage

News organizations across the country faced a dilemma Friday evening when Memphis police released video showing the brutal police beating of Tyre Nichols, a 29-year-old Black man, following a traffic stop.

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These are the moments that led to Tyre Nichols' death

Video of Tyre Nichols' deadly arrest was released by the Memphis Police Department. These are the most critical moments.

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Millions across the South and central US brace for ice storm as officials urge staying off roads

A winter storm bringing the triple threat of ice, snow and sleet Tuesday to parts of the South and central US has prompted officials to make preparation plans, leading to road and school closures and flight cancellations.

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Monday, 30 January 2023

Nearly 1,000 flights already canceled today as winter storm rolls through the US

Nearly 1,000 flights were canceled across the United States Tuesday, according to FlightAware, as extreme winter weather affects parts of the country.

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Fallout continues with more firings after police beating death of 29-year-old Tyre Nichols

• Video: Tyre Nichols was a photographer. See the world through his lens • Memphis squashed its SCORPION unit but many other cities rely on special squads, even after their own controversies

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Analysis: Developments in Trump documents probe foretell a 2024 campaign clouded by legal tangles

There's never been a presidential campaign like it.

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Human and chimpanzee teens share similar struggles, study says. But your teen may be less patient

Chimpanzee teens may not be so different from the ones living in our homes, a new study says.

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Manhunt continues for kidnapping suspect who may be using dating apps to evade capture, police say

A sweeping multi-day manhunt continues for a suspect accused of brutally beating and kidnapping a woman in Oregon who remains in critical condition, according to police.

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Sunday, 29 January 2023

After a weekend of protests, officials note the investigation into Tyre Nichols' death is not over

• Analysis: Video of Nichols' beating prompts renewed calls for police reform • You don't have to watch the video of Tyre Nichols' beating

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How Russia misread Germany's growing influence

• Live Updates: Russian missile strike on Kharkiv residential building kills 1, officials say • Ukraine is relying on Soviet-era tanks to hold the line until Western reinforcements arrive

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Beloved 'Weinerman' statue returned to West Virginia restaurant

A West Virginia restaurant is celebrating after its beloved "Weinerman" statue was returned.

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Live longer with these dishes from 'blue zones' in America

In a few, unique communities around the globe, people live long and heathy lives, up to and past 100. Dubbed "blue zones," residents of these areas share a common environment and lifestyle that scientists believe contribute to their longevity.

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UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak fires senior minister

The UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak bowed to pressure on Sunday by firing the Conservative Party chairman Nadhim Zahawi, who has faced criticism over his personal tax arrangements.

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Protests: Crowds across the US decry police brutality

Protesters once again took to the streets to decry police brutality over the weekend after the release of video depicting the violent Memphis police beating that led to the death of 29-year-old Tyre Nichols.

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Saturday, 28 January 2023

6 dead, 3 injured in crash between bus and box truck in Upstate New York

Six people died and three others were injured in a crash involving an express bus and a freight truck in Upstate New York Saturday morning, according to authorities.

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Russian teen faces years in jail over social media post criticizing Ukrainian war

Olesya Krivtsova sports an anti-Putin tattoo on one ankle and a bracelet that tracks her every move on the other.

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Hollywood stars Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney revel in FA Cup's enchantment

When Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney took control of lower league soccer club Wrexham AFC in 2021, it was widely assumed that it was the Hollywood stars who would be bringing the magic.

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Mo Salah 'suffering' due to inconsistent Liverpool attack, says Jurgen Klopp

Mo Salah was Liverpool's figurehead, his goalscoring prowess the capstone of a team accustomed to winning trophies.

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Dangerous cold air moves into Northern Plains and Upper Midwest this weekend

What has been a mild start to 2023 will come crashing to a halt this weekend as winter makes a roaring comeback across the Northern Plains and Upper Midwest.

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These are the moments that led to Tyre Nichols' death

Video of Tyre Nichols' deadly arrest was released by the Memphis Police Department. These are the most critical moments.

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Friday, 27 January 2023

Colorado wildlife camera accidentally captures hundreds of adorable 'bear selfies'

Unbearably adorable.

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Analysis: Does the West's decision to arm Ukraine with tanks bring it closer to war with Russia?

The West's decision to finally send tanks to Ukraine has caused some to ask the uncomfortable question: Does this mean that NATO is now in direct conflict with Russia? 

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When NASA tested a plane with a pivoting wing

Not many aircraft can claim to be truly one of a kind, but the NASA AD-1 is undoubtedly one of them. A slim pointed cigar with a single wing that pivoted around a central point, which led to a jarring asymmetry in flight. No other piloted plane has ever been built with a wing that could turn to a lopsided 20 to 2 angle -- but the fascinating story is why it did at all.

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Russians on Western tanks for Ukraine: 'Our opinions mean diddly-squat'

After the announcement of Germany and the US to supply tanks to Ukraine, Russia's propaganda machine is working at full throttle. Russian state TV playing down risks to Russian troops in Ukraine seems to be working on some - but not everyone is buying the hype. CNN's Nic Robertson reports.

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US will send the more modern and lethal version of the Abrams tank to Ukraine, Pentagon says



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Taylor Swift teases release of 'Lavender Haze' music video

Taylor Swift has us floating on a cloud of "Lavender Haze."

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Thursday, 26 January 2023

Video shows clash between students and police over banned BBC documentary

At least a dozen Indian university students have been detained by police over plans to screen a banned BBC documentary critical of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, according to the leader of a student group. CNN's Anna Coren has more.

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United CEO: Air travel system is 'stressed to the max'

If airlines are to avoid repeats of recent service problems, they'll need to have a lot more back-up in place, according to United CEO Scott Kirby.

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A timeline of the investigations into Tyre Nichols' death after a traffic stop

Nearly three weeks after a traffic stop in Memphis resulted in a violent arrest and subsequent death of a driver, police are expected to release police body camera footage of the incident to the public.

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Ukraine shoots down Russian missiles, officials say, as air raid sirens sound

• Analysis: Biden rallies Western alliance and gives Zelensky an 'iron fist' against Putin • Biden: There is no offensive threat to Russia if its troops return home • Video: Hear Wagner soldiers describe intense fighting near Bakhmut

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IBM is cutting 3,900 jobs

IBM has become the latest tech giant to slash thousands of jobs, with 3,900 positions, or 1.5% of its global workforce, expected to be eliminated.

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Wednesday, 25 January 2023

Dashcam video shows woman rescued from abduction after police chase

The Sheriff's office in Columbia County, Wisconsin, released footage capturing the dramatic rescue of a woman who was sleeping in her car at a rest stop when a stranger got in and drove off with her in the back seat. CNN affiliate WMTV has more.

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Biden rallies Western alliance and gives Zelensky an 'iron fist' against Putin

• Video: Hear Wagner soldiers describe intense fighting near Bakhmut • Biden: There is no offensive threat to Russia if its troops return home • Analysis: Why sending Ukraine tanks represents a fierce new step by the West

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Passenger gives birth on Emirates flight from Tokyo to Dubai

An Emirates flight from Tokyo Narita to Dubai International on January 19 touched down with an extra traveler on board, after a passenger gave birth in the air.

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A 4.2 magnitude earthquake strikes off Malibu coast, with aftershocks shaking Southern California

A 4.2 magnitude earthquake struck at around 2 a.m. PT Wednesday off the coast of California, about 10 miles south of Malibu Beach, the US Geological Survey said.

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Winter is more than halfway over, and many Northeast cities still await their first snow day

While the western US has been piling up snowfall over the past several weeks, it has been the complete opposite across the Northeast and New England.

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Tommy Paul beats Ben Shelton to reach Australian Open semifinals

Tommy Paul beat fellow American Ben Shelton in a hard-fought match at the Australian Open to reach the first grand slam semifinal of his career.

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Tuesday, 24 January 2023

Women, older adults and those with lower income are more likely to use sleep medication, survey finds

Millions of Americans say they regularly turn to medications for help falling or staying asleep, a practice that experts say can be dangerous for their health. A new study found that roughly 8% of US adults reported taking sleep medication every day or most days, with use more common among those who are female, who are older or who have a lower income level.

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Georgia judge hears arguments on releasing grand jury report on Trump

A judge is set to hear arguments Tuesday on whether to publicly release a special grand jury report detailing Donald Trump and his allies' efforts to upend the 2020 election in Georgia and its conclusions on whether the former president should face criminal charges.

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Millions of Chinese lose access to 'World of Warcraft' and other hit games

Millions of players in China have lost access to the iconic "World of Warcraft" franchise and other popular video games, as Blizzard Entertainment's servers in the country went offline after two decades.

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Japan 'on the brink' of dysfunction due to falling birth rate, PM warns

Japan's prime minister issued a dire warning about the country's population crisis on Monday, saying it was "on the brink of not being able to maintain social functions" due to the falling birth rate.

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Monday, 23 January 2023

Bode makes 20th century clothes for 21st century people

A few weeks ago, Mick Jagger posted a holiday message to his Instagram feed while wearing a deep red paisley shirt, its pattern whirling with canary yellow and inky black details. The piece had something nostalgically glamourous about it: Decadent yet comfortable, it was as befitting of Jagger's bohemian rockstar aesthetic as it was his timeless presence. "Maybe he got it for Christmas," joked Emily Adams Bode Aujla, creator of the garment and founder of its eponymous label, Bode, over a Zoom call from Paris.

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Analysis: The redistricting wars aren't over and that could tip control of the House

The battle for control of the House of Representatives increasingly resembles a sporting event in which the teams are changing the dimensions of the playing field even after the game is underway.

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Trilobites armed with tridents could be the earliest known example of sexual combat

From a deer's elaborate branching antlers to the fiddler crab's oversize claw, the animal kingdom is full of flashy features used in combat to help secure a mate.

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Sal Bando, former MLB All-Star and World Series champion, dies at 78

Sal Bando, a former four-time Major League Baseball (MLB) All-Star and three-time World Series champion, has died at the age of 78, the league announced on Saturday.

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Manchin says Biden is making a mistake with the debt ceiling

Sen. Joe Manchin (D-WV) discusses the negotiations in Congress to raise the debt ceiling after the Treasury Department said they were taking extraordinary measures to prevent the US from defaulting.

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Sunday, 22 January 2023

Aftermath: Police investigating motive after massacre leaves 10 dead and a city reeling

Investigators in Monterey Park, California, are still searching for the motive of a gunman who killed 10 people and injured 10 others during a shooting inside a ballroom dance studio Saturday night, devastating the majority-Asian community on the eve of its Lunar New Year celebration.

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'They saved lives': Police chief praises heroes who disarmed suspect at a second location



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Former tennis star Jelena Dokic slams trolls over offensive posts about her body

Former Australian tennis star Jelena Dokic has hit back at online trolls she says have bombarded her with negative comments about her body at the Australian Open.

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Why K-pop rules fashion week

Outside Prada's menswear show in Milan earlier this month, the street was packed with screaming fans, most of whom seemed to have turned out for Korean pop group Enhypen, who attended the event. Devotees at times broke into song, intoning the boy band's hits.

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Germany would not stop Poland from sending Leopard combat tanks to Ukraine if asked, official says



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Your tax refund may be smaller this year. Here's why

Official tax-filing season kicks off Monday, January 23, and it may hold some surprises for your wallet.

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She scammed investors out of $4 billion, the FBI says. Then she boarded a plane

Ruja Ignatova strode onto the stage in a flowing burgundy ball gown adorned with black sparkles. Beams of light flashed, fireballs erupted and Alicia Keys' "Girl on Fire" blared through the speakers.

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Ukraine says Russia is trying to advance in the country's southern Zaporizhzhia region



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Police are investigating a vulture's death at the Dallas Zoo as 'suspicious'

Police are investigating the death of an endangered vulture at the Dallas Zoo as "suspicious," authorities said.

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Saturday, 21 January 2023

As egg prices rise, so do attempts to smuggle them from Mexico, say US Customs officials

High prices are driving an increase in attempts to bring eggs into the US from Mexico, according to border officials.

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China says 80% of population have had Covid, as millions travel for Lunar New Year

Eight in 10 people in China have now been infected with Covid-19, a prominent government scientist has claimed.

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Passenger in fatal single-engine plane crash in New York contacted loved ones as flight descended, officials say

One of two people killed after a plane experienced mechanical issues and crashed in New York on Thursday evening reached out to loved ones in the final moments of his life, officials said.

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What experts say about exercising when you're tired

It's the end of another long day at the office after a poor night's sleep. As usual, you're exhausted, yet you want to stop at the gym on the way home to get the exercise you need to stay healthy.

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What time you eat may not impact your weight, study finds, but these factors will

Are snacks before bed your vice? Or do you prefer to wait a few hours after you wake up to eat?

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Life lessons from 6 money and lifestyle coaches

As we scroll through the curated lifestyles of the influencers we follow on Instagram or YouTube, it can seem like they have it all together and never had to suffer a day in their lives.

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'Rust' will be completed and still star Alec Baldwin as he faces involuntary manslaughter charges in death of crew member, attorney says

Alec Baldwin, who is set to face involuntary manslaughter charges in the death of a crew member during a "Rust" film rehearsal, will continue starring as the lead role, a production attorney told CNN on Friday.

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Friday, 20 January 2023

Struggling pig kills butcher at slaughterhouse in Hong Kong

A butcher died while trying to slaughter a pig in Hong Kong on Friday, the city's police said.

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Andrey Rublev complains fans with Ukraine flag were saying 'bad things' to him during Australian Open

Andrey Rublev complained to the umpire in his second-round match at the Australian Open on Thursday about fans, who were holding a Ukrainian flag, of saying "bad things" to him.

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Google-parent Alphabet is cutting 12,000 jobs

Google parent Alphabet is eliminating about 12,000 jobs, or 6% of its workforce, the company said Friday, in the latest cuts to shake the technology sector.

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'I think this would be a good movie': Why a realtor was invited to play The Masters

To date, the closest Atlanta-based realtor Scott Stallings has ever been to Augusta National is a nearby Costco.

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Pelosi on her husband's recovery: It will take 'a little while for him to be back to normal'

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi reflected on her husband Paul's condition after the violent attack he suffered last year, saying that while he is "doing OK," it will still "take a little while for him to be back to normal."

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Activists preparing for 'an absolutely crazy year' in first full statehouse sessions since Supreme Court overturned Roe

Restricting abortion is at the top of the to-do list for many Republicans around the country as state legislatures gavel in for their first full session since the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade.

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Hotel Arbez: Where you can sleep in two countries at the same time

"You are in room nine, it's one of our binational rooms," the hotel manager confirmed with a smile, handing over an old-school metal key.

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7 million are under winter alerts as snowstorm begins to impact Northeast

After a winter storm dumped up to a foot of snow across parts of the Midwest this week, the system has closed in on the Northeast region Friday as officials warn residents of treacherous road conditions.

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Alec Baldwin and 'Rust' movie armorer will be charged with involuntary manslaughter. What to expect next

More than a year after cinematographer Halyna Hutchins was fatally shot by Alec Baldwin on the "Rust" movie set, prosecutors announced they will charge the actor and the film's armorer with involuntary manslaughter, accusing the pair of failing to perform essential firearm safety duties that could have prevented the tragic accident.

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Thursday, 19 January 2023

One dead, 60 injured in stampede at Gulf Cup soccer final in Iraq

One person was killed and 60 more were injured in a stampede ahead of a soccer match in the Iraqi city of Basra on Thursday, the state news agency INA reported.

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As investigators combed through the crime scene of the Idaho students killings, these findings guided their search for the suspect

A bloody crime scene left in the aftermath of four college students killed in Idaho would help authorities navigate their hunt to find the person responsible, court documents unsealed Wednesday reveal.

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Teen mom and 10-month-old gunned down while running from 'cartel-style execution' that left 6 dead, police say

A young mother was clutching her 10-month-old son and running for safety when they were both gunned down during a horrific attack that left six dead in a small central California community, the sheriff said.

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Wednesday, 18 January 2023

Bidder pays $2.6 million for ticket to watch Ronaldo vs. Messi

A Saudi Arabian businessman has won an auction for a golden ticket to watch Cristiano Ronaldo take on Lionel Messi with a bid of 10 million Saudi riyals ($2.6 million).

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Putin says goal of so-called 'special operation' is to 'end the war' in Donbas, according to state media

The US is set to finalize a huge military aid package for Ukraine totaling approximately $2.5 billion worth of weaponry, including for the first time Stryker combat vehicles, two sources briefed on the next tranche of aid told CNN.

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High egg prices may tempt you to start your own backyard flock, but chickens carry some health risks

With egg prices rising, more people may be shopping for their own backyard chicken flock.

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A new monument dedicated to MLK and Coretta Scott King sparks debate

Backlash ensued soon after a monument meant to honor Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his wife Coretta Scott King's legacy in Boston was unveiled.

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Europe's ban on Russian diesel could send prices even higher

Europe is scrambling to buy diesel fuel from Russia before a ban on imports comes into force in early February, but the frantic stockpiling is unlikely to prevent a new price shock for truckers, drivers and businesses.

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Qantas plane lands safely after mayday alert

A Qantas flight landed safely at Sydney Airport Wednesday after a mayday alert was issued on approach.

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Tuesday, 17 January 2023

Baseball fans fight to save iconic Tokyo stadium where Babe Ruth once played

Thousands of baseball fans have signed a petition to save an iconic Tokyo stadium where Babe Ruth once played and which inspired best-selling author Haruki Murakami to first pick up a pen.

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Opinion: GOP's dubious first bill

"There's a new sheriff in town," Eddie Murphy warned in the 1982 film "48 Hrs." Ten years later, Michael Jordan used those words to remind fellow basketball legends Magic Johnson and Larry Byrd that there was a younger generation of NBA stars.

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Actor Jeremy Renner says he is home from the hospital after a New Year's Day snowplow accident left him in critical condition

Actor Jeremy Renner tweeted he is home from the hospital more than two weeks after he was crushed in a snowplow accident.

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Harrowing video purportedly shows last moments inside cabin before Nepal plane crash

A Facebook Live video purportedly showing the last terrifying moments inside the cabin on Yeti Airlines flight 691 before it crashed in Nepal on Sunday has circulated widely online, as search and recovery efforts continue on the ground.

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Monday, 16 January 2023

Former Republican State House candidate arrested for allegedly orchestrating shootings at homes of Democrats in New Mexico, police say

Former Republican New Mexico State House candidate Solomon Peña was arrested by an Albuquerque SWAT team Monday in connection with a string of recent shootings at the homes of local Democratic elected leaders, Albuquerque Police said.

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Bucs wide receiver hospitalized with concussion after injury in playoff game, coach says

Tampa Bay Buccaneers wide receiver Russell Gage was taken to a hospital with a concussion after an injury during a NFL Wild-Card playoff game against the Dallas Cowboys Monday, his coach said.

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Bullying at school: What parents can do to help victims and stop bullies

There's a crisis of bullying in US schools, and the solution is learning what to do before it happens.

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Former Afghan lawmaker Mursal Nabizada shot dead at her home in Kabul

Former Afghan lawmaker Mursal Nabizada and her security guard were shot dead her home in Kabul early Sunday morning, according to Kabul police.

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One Chinese province spent $22 billion on eliminating Covid before policy U-turn

A number of regional governments in China have revealed the enormous sums they've spent on fighting the pandemic, reinforcing a previous state media report suggesting that mounting costs were a key reason why the country abruptly abandoned its zero-Covid policy.

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Sunday, 15 January 2023

Five locations in the US renamed to remove a derogatory term for Indigenous women

The United States Department of the Interior has replaced a derogatory term for Indigenous women used for centuries in five areas across the country.

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Analysis: here's a larger 'classified' problem to confront

This is getting absurd.

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Missile that hit Dnipro apartment block was 'no doubt' a Kh-22, Ukraine says



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A 6-year-old shot a Virginia teacher with his mother's gun. The tragedy highlights the lack of strong secure storage laws across the nation

In the week since a six-year-old boy in Newport News, Virginia took a gun from his home, brought it to school and shot his teacher, community members and officials are grappling with an unsettling question: How did the child get access to a loaded firearm?

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Reservoirs still below average in California as drought persists after weeks of rain

For three years, California has been in desperate need of rain. Years of unfavorable precipitation trends and more intense heat waves have fed directly to the state's unrelenting, historic drought that has triggered dire water shortages.

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The best meals follow 3 rules

There can be something anxiety inducing about big meals.

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At least 32 killed as Yeti Airlines flight crashes in Nepal's Pokhara

An aircraft carrying 72 people crashed in central Nepal's Pokhara on Sunday, the country's state media The Rising Nepal reported.

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Saturday, 14 January 2023

Down 27-0, the Jacksonville Jaguars complete a wild playoff comeback victory over the Los Angeles Chargers

After an improbable streak of five victories at the end of the regular season to send the Jacksonville Jaguars to a division title and a berth in the NFL postseason, what could have been next in store as they faced the Los Angeles Chargers in the opening Wild Card round?

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NYT reporter looked through Idaho killings suspect's internet posts. See what he found

New York Times reporter Nicholas Bogel-Burroughs scoured through Idaho killings suspect Bryan Kohberger's past internet posts. He discusses what he found with CNN anchor Erin Burnett.

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A hairline crack became a 3-foot chasm. That's when he knew they had to leave

For years, residents in the northern Indian city of Joshimath have complained to local officials that their homes are sinking. Now authorities are being forced to take action, evacuating nearly 100 families in the last week and expediting the arrival of experts to determine the cause.

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Germany plans to destroy this village for a coal mine. Thousands are gathering to stop it

It's a stark image in 2023: Police in riot gear flooding a village, pulling people out of houses and tearing down structures to make way for the arrival of excavating machines to access the rich seam of coal beneath the ground.

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Several powerful explosions reported in Kyiv

Several powerful explosions were heard in the Ukrainian capital Kyiv on Saturday morning.

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Friday, 13 January 2023

A single winning ticket for Friday's $1.35 billion Mega Millions jackpot drawing was sold in Maine

One ticket sold in Maine beat the eerie odds of Friday the 13th and is set to claim the Mega Millions jackpot of about $1.35 billion, the lottery said.

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Affordable Care Act open enrollment ends Sunday amid record sign-ups

Those who want Affordable Care Act coverage for 2023 have only a few days left to sign up. Open enrollment ends Sunday on the federal exchange and most state-based marketplaces.

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Bills' possible AFC Championship game against Chiefs will be held in Atlanta

The NFL has announced Atlanta as the host city for the AFC Championship game should the Buffalo Bills and Kansas City Chiefs meet in the conference title game.

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Monterey Peninsula could become an island as epic flooding engulfs much of California

Back-to-back atmospheric rivers that battered California in recent weeks have dropped staggering amounts of rain on the state and left dozens of highways inoperable -- and even more rain is on the way.

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Thursday, 12 January 2023

Tickets selling fast as Hong Kong-China high-speed rail link reopens ahead of Lunar New Year travel rush

After being shut for nearly three years because of the pandemic, the 26 kilometer (16 mile) high-speed rail link between Hong Kong and mainland China is finally reopening this weekend. But tickets are hard to come by with only 10,000 for sale daily -- 5,000 each way.

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Ukrainian soldier in Soledar describes dire situation: 'We are just abandoned'



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More back-to-back storms are on the way for California, where a parade of atmospheric rivers have already left at least 18 dead

Back-to-back atmospheric rivers that battered California in recent weeks have dropped staggering amounts of rain on the state and left dozens of highways inoperable -- and even more rain is on the way.

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First weeks of Proud Boys sedition trial marked by courtroom drama and fighting

The preliminary stage of the trial of five Proud Boys charged with seditious conspiracy related to the 2021 US Capitol attack has been a chaotic wind-up that included contentious fights during jury selection, debates over evidence and defense lawyers threatening to withdraw from the case.

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Messi scores for Paris Saint-Germain in first game back since World Cup triumph

Lionel Messi celebrated his return to Paris Saint-Germain with a goal in his first game back since lifting the World Cup.

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Australia pulls out of Afghanistan cricket series over Taliban's restrictions on women

Australia's men's cricket team has withdrawn from a series of upcoming matches against Afghanistan in protest over the ruling Taliban's restrictions on women and girls' education and employment, Cricket Australia (CA) said in a statement Thursday.

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Wednesday, 11 January 2023

Satellite photos show destruction in eastern Ukrainian towns



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As University of Idaho students return to classes, they say the arrest of a murder suspect brings peace of mind

Classes resume Wednesday at the University of Idaho, just weeks after many students abandoned the campus amidst anxieties that the person responsible for the gruesome stabbing deaths of four students in November had yet to be found.

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Opinion: How to stop Trump from becoming GOP nominee again

To keep extremism at bay, Republicans need to use proportional representation as the method for selecting delegates to their 2024 presidential convention. Current rules have a strong winner-take-all bias -- designed in many states to create horserace elections, in which the candidate who wins the most votes in any given state, wins all, or most of, the delegates from that state.

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Mega Millions jackpot soars to $1.35 billion -- 2nd largest in history -- after no winner claimed Tuesday's prize

The Mega Millions jackpot has reached an estimated $1.35 billion -- the second-largest in the lottery's history -- after no winner snagged the big prize in Tuesday night's drawing, officials said.

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Tuesday, 10 January 2023

California is recovering from deadly storms that brought rainfall totals 400% to 600% above average -- and more rain is on the way

Response crews are busy clearing flooded neighborhoods and crumbled roadways after a powerful storm walloped California with heavy downpours and strong winds, forcing thousands of evacuations -- and another round of rain is on the way.

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Mother could be charged after her six-year-old son shot his teacher, police say

Police say the mother of a six-year-old could be charged, after he took her gun to school and shot a first grade teacher in the chest.

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Some Iranian parents are risking their lives to save their children from execution

In Iran, two young men, one karate champion and a volunteer children's coach, were executed in connection with nationwide protests. CNN correspondent Jomana Karadsheh reports.

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Investigators found queries on Brian Walshe's internet records for how to dispose of a body, sources say

Police in the small coastal town of Cohasset, Massachusetts, are investigating the disappearance of a woman whose husband's internet records showed searches for how to dismember a body, sources tell CNN, and prosecutors say blood and a bloodied knife were found in the couple's basement.

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Department of Education to propose lower payments for millions of student loan borrowers

A new proposal from the Biden administration would lower federal student loan payments for some Americans -- and pause payments completely for anyone making less than $30,600 a year.

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Russia putting great effort into capturing eastern town in Ukraine, Zelensky says



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Monday, 9 January 2023

Thousands urged to flee their homes as storm wallops California, killing one and causing widespread damage

A powerful storm battering California has forced thousands to evacuate -- including an entire community -- and prompted dozens of water rescues as floodwater inundated roadways, swept away vehicles and caused widespread damage.

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A White mob decimated an entire community 100 years ago. Here's what happened

Interactive: How decades of racial violence shaped America

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Houston Texans fire head coach Lovie Smith after one season

The Houston Texans have fired head coach Lovie Smith after just one season in charge, the team announced on Sunday.

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Bolsonaro backers break into Brazilian presidential palace

Supporters of former Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro breached security barriers set up by the Armed Forces on Sunday and gained access to the country's congressional building, the Supreme Court and the Planalto Presidential Palace, according to images shown in Brazilian media.

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Sunday, 8 January 2023

Damar Hamlin expects to be released from the hospital in the coming days, source says

Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin has shown continued progress with his recovery after his cardiac arrest and on-field collapse, and expects to be released from the hospital in the coming days, a source told CNN.

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Nurses from New York City hospitals set to strike as contract negotiations stall

Negotiations aimed at averting a nurses strike at two major New York City hospitals went past a midnight deadline with a walk-out by 7,000 nurses looming as soon as 6 am ET Monday.

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American convicted of spying for Cuba released from prison

An American citizen convicted of spying for Cuba, Ana Montes, has been released from US federal prison in Fort Worth, Texas, according to Federal Bureau of Prison online records.

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Journalists detained over footage that shows country's president seemingly wetting himself

Six journalists in South Sudan have been detained over the circulation of footage showing President Salva Kiir appearing to wet himself at an official event, the national journalists union said on Saturday.

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Colorado will halt busing of migrants to New York City and Chicago

After earlier announcing that Colorado would help asylum-seeking migrants leave the state for their intended destinations, Gov. Jared Polis said the state would not be sending additional buses of migrants to New York City and Chicago following "a very productive conversation" with the mayors of both cities, according to a press release from his office.

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Several explosions reported throughout Ukraine before the end of Russia's proposed ceasefire



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Former champion Naomi Osaka withdraws from Australian Open

Two-time champion Naomi Osaka has pulled out of the Australian Open, tournament organizers announced on Sunday, without elaborating on the reason.

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Saturday, 7 January 2023

CBP seizes $9.1 million worth of cocaine at the Pan American Dock in Puerto Rico

US Customs and Border Protection officers seized 877 pounds of cocaine on board the San Juan-Santo Domingo Ferry at the Pan American Dock in Puerto Rico last month.

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Boa constrictor found in carry-on baggage

The bizarre yet fascinating menagerie of animals detected by TSA agents in carry-on baggage at US airports carries on into 2023.

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Ukraine says fighting continued Friday, despite Russian ceasefire



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McCarthy gives Trump credit for victory: 'He was all in'



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The House has a speaker. Here's what comes next

Now that a House speaker has been selected following a dayslong stalemate and members have finally been sworn in, the chamber can look toward picking back up business and organizing GOP-led committees.

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Marcy Kaptur breaks new record in Congress with a familiar warning for the Democratic Party

• Hakeem Jeffries makes history as the first Black lawmaker to lead a party in Congress • McCarthy says first bill before House will repeal funding for hiring additional IRS agents

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'We have nothing,' Ukrainians say as they line up to collect pensions despite shelling

CNN's Ben Wedeman reports from the town of Siversk, Ukraine, where a mobile post office has become a lifeline for the elderly as it delivers their state pensions to buy supplies from the handful of shops still open.

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Friday, 6 January 2023

If you adopt one of these cats, Frontier Airlines will throw in a free flight too

Adopting an adorable kitten could now bring you the added bonus of a free airplane trip.

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Opinion: The surprising twist in the battle for democracy

A year ago, the reverberations of the January 6 attack still loomed large. Russia was accusing the United States of "hysteria" for claiming Moscow planned to invade Ukraine. Even Ukraine was skeptical. The leaders of China and Russia, looking confident, seemed prepared to defy the world. Democracy was on the defensive across the globe from South America to Asia. A historic test was about to play out.

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NFL officially cancels the week 17 game between Buffalo Bills and Cincinnati Bengals



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Two years after US Capitol attack, investigation into Trump and insurrection enters new phase

Two years after rioters stormed the US Capitol, the Justice Department's sprawling criminal investigation into the effort to block the peaceful transition of power enters a new phase with the special counsel adding two right-hand prosecutors to an experienced team that will ultimately determine whether former President Donald Trump or his allies should face prosecution.

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A Chinese company has signed an oil extraction deal with Afghanistan's Taliban

The ruling Taliban has signed a deal with a Chinese company to extract oil from northern Afghanistan's Amu Darya basin as the radical Islamist group attempts to bolster the South Asian nation's increasingly impoverished and isolated economy.

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Thursday, 5 January 2023

Hear why Russia expert has doubts about Putin's call for a temporary ceasefire

Russian President Vladimir Putin has ordered his defense minister to implement a temporary ceasefire in Ukraine for 36 hours this week to allow Orthodox Christians to attend Christmas services. But the proposal was swiftly dismissed as "hypocrisy" by Ukrainian officials. CNN's John Vause talks to Russian expert Jill Dougherty, Adjunct Professor of Georgetown University, on the possible motives of Putin's ceasefire order.

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Former Pope Benedict XVI asks for forgiveness, thanks God in final published letter

Former Pope Benedict XVI, who died Saturday in a monastery in the Vatican at the age of 95, asked for forgiveness for those he has "wronged" in the spiritual testament published following his death.

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'I know he could hear me': Colts' Rodney Thomas II details bedside hospital visit with Damar Hamlin as he remains in critical condition

• Video: Donations soar for Damar Hamlin's charity for children • Opinion: I've been on the field for two football tragedies. I hope Hamlin's marks a turning point

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Pope Francis to lead funeral of his predecessor Benedict XVI in prestigious ceremony at Vatican

The funeral of former Pope Benedict XVI, who died Saturday at the age of 95, will take place Thursday in a traditional ceremony led by Pope Francis at St. Peter's Square in Vatican City.

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Wednesday, 4 January 2023

China to open border with Hong Kong after three years of tight control

The Chinese government announced on Thursday that it will reopen its border with Hong Kong on January 8, nearly three years after it was largely shut in an effort to contain the spread of Covid.

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China 'under-representing' true impact of Covid outbreak, says WHO

The World Health Organization has accused China of "under-representing" the severity of its Covid outbreak and criticized its "narrow" definition of what constitutes a Covid death, as top global health officials urge Beijing to share more data about the explosive spread.

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Hakeem Jeffries to make history as the first Black lawmaker to lead a party in Congress

Rep. Hakeem Jeffries is expected to make history as the first Black lawmaker to lead a party in Congress as the 118th Congress convenes in Washington.

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A single Iranian attack drone found to contain parts from over a dozen US companies

Parts made by more than a dozen US and Western companies were found inside a single Iranian drone downed in Ukraine last fall, according to a Ukrainian intelligence assessment obtained exclusively by CNN.

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'I was in shock': Bride describes learning she would miss her own wedding

Bride-to-be Katie Demko talks to CNN's Kaitlan Collins about missing her wedding in Belize after Southwest airlines canceled thousands of flights.

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Major winter storm brought tornado reports across multiple Southern states and is threatening more severe weather

A major winter storm that brought snow and freezing rain to its colder northern end and severe storms and tornadoes on its warmer southern end is threatening more severe weather as it treks east.

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Tuesday, 3 January 2023

Rep.-elect George Santos admitted to using stolen checks in Brazil in 2008, documents show

Republican Rep.-elect George Santos admitted to stealing a man's checkbook that was in his mother's possession to purchase clothing and shoes in 2008, according to documents obtained by CNN.

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New Omicron offshoot XBB.1.5 could drive new Covid surge in US

For weeks, scientists have been watching a slew of Omicron descendants duke it out for dominance of Covid-19 transmission in the United States, with the BQs -- BQ.1 and BQ.1.1 -- seeming to edge out all the others to claim a slight lead.

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Idaho killings suspect is expected to waive extradition at today's hearing

The suspect in the November slaying of four University of Idaho students may soon be in Idaho to face first-degree murder charges if, as expected, he doesn't challenge his extradition to the Gem State in a Tuesday hearing.

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Damar Hamlin's toy drive fundraiser tops $3 million in donations in hours after his on-field collapse

An online toy drive fundraiser started by Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin topped $3 million in donations in the hours after the NFL star collapsed on the field during a game Monday night.

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Bob Costas: Hamlin collapsing is not an indictment of NFL safety

Long-time sports broadcaster Bob Costas says that he doesn't think that Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin collapsing after making a tackle should be an indictment on the safety of the sport because a similar thing could happen in other sports.

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Monday, 2 January 2023

Major Chinese cities past Covid peak as wave moves to rural areas, new study projects

The wave of Covid infections sweeping across China may already have peaked in some of the country's largest cities, including Shanghai and Beijing, according to a new study.

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'It's like a constant gamble:' Ukrainian couple await birth of twins in wartime Kyiv

Kateryna and her husband Oleg endure what every citizen of Kyiv must -- long blackouts, hours without any internet connection and constant apprehension about the next missile barrage.

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Where to travel in 2023: Best destinations to visit

New year equals new outlook. Apply this formula liberally to travel planning in 2023.

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Staying hydrated is linked to lower risk for disease, faster aging and early death, study finds

You may know that being adequately hydrated is important for day-to-day bodily functions such as regulating temperature and maintaining skin health.

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Cruise ship barred from docking in Australia due to fungal growth on hull

A cruise ship was prevented from docking in Australia due to fungal growth on the ship's hull, according to statements issued by the cruise line and Australia's Department of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Forestry (DAFF).

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Sunday, 1 January 2023

From unwinding zero-Covid to economic recovery: What to watch in China in 2023

After a tumultuous end to a momentous and challenging year, China heads into 2023 with a great deal of uncertainty -- and potentially a glimpse of light at the end of the pandemic tunnel.

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The new buildings set to shape the world in 2023

The last year in architecture will be remembered as one of firsts, from the world's first "upcycled" skyscraper winning World Building of the Year to Burkina Faso-born Francis Kéré becoming the first African architect to win the coveted Pritzker Prize.

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Once thriving spots, these villages and cities are now ghost towns

Once thriving spots, these villages, towns and cities now stand abandoned. Their empty buildings, streets and even cars left for nature to reclaim over the years.

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1 killed, at least 9 others injured in New Year's Eve shooting in Alabama

One person was killed and nine others were injured in a shooting in Mobile, Alabama, Saturday night, just blocks from where people had gathered for the city's New Year's Eve celebration, according to CNN affiliate WPMI.

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Colorado library closes due to meth contamination

Boulder, Colorado, has closed its main public library due to methamphetamine contamination in the facility's bathrooms and some seating areas, city officials say.

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