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Chicago man spared jail after beating victim into coma on city train
CHICAGO — A 45-year-old man who nearly beat a fellow passenger to death on a Chicago train will serve no jail time after pleading guilty to the attack, according to court sources.…
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California residents fight for insurance payouts as wildfires expose industry failures
LOS ANGELES — Homeowners who lost their properties in recent Los Angeles wildfires are facing an uphill battle to collect insurance payouts, with many accusing providers of intentional delays and lowball settlement offer…
- World
Experts warn of 'dangerous and addictive' social media algorithms targeting children
Global crisis: Social media algorithms harming "unsuspecting" children Social media platforms are fueling a global crisis by exposing children to "dangerous and addictive" algorithms, according to a statement released re…
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California tech millionaire arrested for allegedly killing wife during multimillion-dollar divorce
CRESTLINE, Calif. — California authorities have arrested a 66-year-old man on suspicion of murdering his estranged wife, whose body was discovered down a steep embankment in San Bernardino County last month.…
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US domestic travelers without REAL ID face new $45 fee starting February
Domestic airline passengers in the U.S. who lack a REAL ID or other valid identification may be required to pay a $45 fee starting Feb. 1.…
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Massive Winter Storm Threatens US Supply Chains, but Experts Remain Cautious
A massive winter storm is threatening two-thirds of the United States this weekend, with the potential to severely disrupt transportation and business from Texas to New York.…
- World
Dozens dead, half a million without power as winter storm lashes US
WASHINGTON — A massive blizzard has killed more than 40 people across the United States, burying the Northeast in snow and leaving the South gripped by a deep freeze.…
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Mountain lion safely captured after roaming through San Francisco streets
SAN FRANCISCO — Wildlife officials captured a juvenile mountain lion Tuesday morning after the animal spent hours wandering through the streets of San Francisco.…
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Internal report: Two federal agents fired in fatal Minneapolis shooting
MINNEAPOLIS — Two federal agents fired their weapons during an incident that killed a 37-year-old man in Minneapolis on Saturday, according to an internal Customs and Border Protection (CBP) memo.…
- World
North Korea fires multiple ballistic missiles amid US-South Korea security talks
SEOUL, South Korea — North Korea fired several short-range ballistic missiles into the sea Tuesday, South Korean and Japanese officials said, as Washington and Seoul held talks to coordinate their defense posture against…
- World
China executes 11 for running major fraud operations based in Myanmar
BEIJING — China on Thursday executed 11 people linked to criminal syndicates in Myanmar, including "key members" of fraud operations that have fueled a multi-billion dollar illicit industry, state media reported.…
- Tech
Patreon slams Apple’s erratic policies as new payment deadline looms for creators
Patreon is pushing back against a new Apple mandate that requires all creators to migrate to the tech giant’s in-app subscription system by Nov. 1, 2026.…
- Politics
Republicans tap RFK Jr.’s ‘healthy food’ message for midterm campaign push
Republicans are leveraging Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s campaign for healthier food in a bid to strengthen their position ahead of the upcoming midterm elections.…
- World
India and EU sign major trade deal to counter US tariff policies
India and the European Union have reached a landmark trade agreement, signaling a major shift in global commerce following months of escalating trade tensions with the United States.…
- Politics
White House shifts rhetoric on Minneapolis shooting amid fierce backlash
MINNEAPOLIS — The Trump administration pivoted its messaging Saturday after federal agents shot and killed a 37-year-old man, an incident that has drawn intense scrutiny after viral videos appeared to contradict the gove…
- Culture
Monaco and Lazio battle for Tijjani Noslin as Torino and Villarreal join race
ROME — Lazio forward Tijjani Noslin is attracting interest from three European clubs, with Ligue 1 side Monaco opening formal negotiations to sign the 26-year-old Dutchman.…
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China’s purge of top generals leaves military in turmoil, analysts say
BEIJING PURGES TOP MILITARY GENERALS IN DRAMATIC LEADERSHIP SHAKE-UP BEIJING — China has purged its highest-ranking military officer and another top commander, a move that signals intense internal power struggles and rai…
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Japan PM: US alliance faces 'collapse' if Tokyo fails to act on Taiwan
TOKYO – Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi warned Sunday that the security alliance between Tokyo and Washington would crumble if Japan failed to defend U.S. forces during a potential conflict over Taiwan.…
- World
At least 18 dead after ferry carrying more than 350 sinks in Philippines
MANILA, Philippines — A ferry carrying more than 350 people sank early Monday morning near an island in the southern Philippines, leaving at least 18 people dead.…
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At least 18 dead in Philippines ferry sinking as major rescue operation continues
BASILAN, Philippines — At least 18 people died Monday after a ferry carrying more than 350 passengers and crew sank off the coast of the southern Philippines.…
- Health
Scientists develop biological ‘tape recorder’ to track gene activity in major breakthrough
Scientists have developed a genetically encoded "protein tape recorder" called CytoTape that can continuously track gene activity inside living cells for up to three weeks.…
- US
Trump threatens South Korea with tariffs, accusing Seoul of violating agreement
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump has announced plans to increase tariffs on South Korean imports from 15% to 25%, targeting key sectors including automobiles, wood, and pharmaceuticals.…
- Politics
Investigation into Xi Jinping’s closest military ally rattles Beijing’s senior leadership
BEIJING — Gen. Zhang Youxia, the vice chairman of the Central Military Commission and President Xi Jinping’s most senior military ally, is under investigation for “serious violations of discipline and law.” Zhang is the …
- World
Five female workers killed in explosion at Greek cookie factory
ATHENS, Greece — An explosion and fire at a cookie factory in central Greece killed five female night-shift workers and injured seven others Monday, authorities said.…
- US
People of color accuse ICE of racial discrimination in US immigration raids
Reports of racial profiling by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents are increasing as the Trump administration intensifies a new series of immigration sweeps.…