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- The Independent
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- The Independent
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- The Independent
Marjorie Taylor Greene does U-turn on ‘America First’ caucus after GOP blowback
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- USA TODAY
Suspect arrested after manhunt for shooter who killed 3 people at tavern in Kenosha, Wisconsin
The shooting in Kenosha, Wisconsin, unfolded early Sunday, leaving three people dead. A person of interest was arrested after a manhunt.
- The Independent
Derek Chauvin: Prosecutor defends police while condemning officer who ‘abandoned his values’
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- The Independent
Hester Ford: Oldest living American dies
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- Reuters
Nuclear talks make some progress, interim arrangement possible -Iranian officials
Iran and world powers have made some progress on how to revive the 2015 nuclear accord later abandoned by the United States, and an interim deal could be a way to gain time for a lasting settlement, Iranian officials said on Monday. Tehran and the powers have been meeting in Vienna since early April to work on steps that must be taken, touching on U.S. sanctions and Iran's recent breaches of the deal, to bring back Tehran and Washington into full compliance with the accord. "We are on the right track and some progress has been made, but this does not mean that the talks in Vienna have reached the final stage," Foreign Ministry spokesman Saeed Khatibzadeh told a weekly news conference in Tehran.
- Raleigh News and Observer
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- Business Insider
The bosses of the Suez Canal say the excavator operator who helped free the Ever Given is getting his overtime pay, plus a bonus
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- Fort Worth Star-Telegram
Texas didn’t see a COVID surge after opening and ending its mask mandate. Here’s why
Public health experts said it was premature to end the mandates and the governor should’ve waited longer until more people were vaccinated, but so far, the decision seems to have paid off.
- The Independent
George Floyd’s brother has a message for America: ‘You have the right to be angry – but express it peacefully’
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- TheGrio
Toni Braxton, 53, unveils bald head and fit physique in bikini post
The singer celebrated a “Red Hot Sunday” in her latest Instagram post. In a post on her official Instagram account, Toni Braxton, 53, unveiled her bald head and fit physique in a red bikini. Braxton is “letting it flow” on social media.
- CBS News
Colorado judge resigns after using N-word
After using the N-word in front of a Black coworker, the coworker said it felt "like a stab through my heart each time," but didn't say so because she feared retaliation.
- The Telegraph
The Duchess of Cambridge’s secret power comes down to one personality trait
Among the heartache, grief and loss at the Duke of Edinburgh’s funeral on Saturday there was an outstanding ray of positivity that it was impossible to ignore, and one that couldn’t have been more simple and more powerful. Catherine, Duchess of Cambridge, stood tall and graceful. Her poise, elegance and quiet confidence reassured us that the monarchy is in good hands. She has often been described as selfless and resilient, but on Saturday it became clear that it is her positivity – a characteristic she has had all her life – that outranks all these other qualities and stands her in such good stead. Not only can Prince William count on her, but his rather confused brother and the wider Royal family can also be grateful they have such a positive influence in their midst. Joining the Royal family is far from easy, with its endless demands and lack of freedom. Catherine, now aged 39 and mother of three small children, quickly understood what her life would be and has been determined to make the very best of it. She accepted and understood what the country and the monarchy expected of her with elegance and dignity. Her beauty is not skin deep. Instead of complaining about her position, she has learnt to appreciate what it can offer to others. Watching her after the funeral was impressive. The royals were expected to follow the Queen and be driven from St George’s Chapel the short journey to Windsor Castle, but at the last minute they decided they would all walk back in the glorious sunshine.
- Associated Press
DeSantis signs Florida's anti-riot bill, cites Chauvin trial
Florida's top Republicans cited events in cities around the country — but not the Jan. 6 riots in Washington — as Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill Monday to create tougher penalties for people who participate in violent protests. After the Jan. 6 insurrection at the U.S. Capitol by supporters of then-President Donald Trump, Republicans pushing the legislation used it as an example to support the effort.
- Business Insider
The war against Russia's spies just cost Putin billions from a cancelled nuclear contract
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- The Independent
FedEx shooter wrote about My Little Pony in suicide note
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- NextShark
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- Business Insider
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