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Federal appeals court clears way for DeSantis-backed law restricting children at some drag shows
The 11th Circuit ruled 8-5 that Hamburger Mary's failed to show it would likely succeed in its First Amendment challenge to Florida's drag show law.
'Squad' socialist scores re-election nod as radical wave continues to sweep party
Rashida Tlaib's Democratic primary win extends a surge of progressive and Democratic Socialists of America-backed candidates unseating incumbents.
Trump-backed Bronze Star veteran secures party nod in must-win district
Michael Bouchard's Trump endorsement and Bronze Star credentials face a tough test in Michigan's competitive 10th congressional district race.
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Urban Meyer, Colin Cowherd say Big Ten venues and fans have caught up and 'bypassed the SEC'
Urban Meyer says Big Ten stadiums, fanbases, and passion have caught up to and bypassed the SEC aft…
GOP dukes it out in red state primary to reclaim governor's mansion
Kansas Republican primary featured Scott Schwab, Ty Masterson and Vicki Schmidt vying to reclaim th…
Kristin Cavallari flaunts her toned figure in bikinis during European summer vacation
Kristin Cavallari's Mediterranean vacation photos with pal Justin Anderson. The star wore a variety…
'Squad' member's comeback bid thwarted as establishment Dems notch victory against socialists
Wesley Bell defeated Cori Bush for the second time in Missouri as establishment Democrats scored a …
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North America
Arizona’s Democratic Governor Set to Pick a Republican Running Mate
Gov. Katie Hobbs, locked in a competitive re-election battle, plans to tap a moderate former mayor …
Volunteers in B.C.’s North Okanagan provide help, supplies to wildfire evacuees
More than 200 homes have been destroyed in the fire, which started late Friday and prompted evacuat…
Authorities arrested a man with ammo and apparently monitoring security at Trump golf course near LA
The Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department said Jeanine John Taele, 38, was taking photos and vide…
Armed man arrested near Trump's golf course ahead of president's visit
The arrest happened shortly before President Trump was due to host a fundraising dinner at the coas…
Europe
MI6 is top European foreign intelligence service, peer review finds
UK’s Secret Intelligence Service praised for playing long game and having ‘a taste for dirty tricks…
How to avoid the worst of the Italian heat
From supermarkets to night-time tours, experts share how to make the most of Italy during this late…
EU chief criticises Spain’s migrant plan after Ceuta crisis meeting
Migration commissioner says scheme regularising undocumented people ‘not a good signal’ for EuropeE…
Ukraine: Drone follows man before detonating and injuring him
The Kherson Regional Military Administration released a video showing a drone flying in front of a …
Asia
'I want to be a coach': Ben Stokes eyes England coaching role after retirement
Ben Stokes retired from international cricket in June during England's Test series against New Zeal…
Russian drone chases Ukrainian vegetable seller in 'safari' attack - Watch
China’s economic shift may hinge on what migrant workers do next
China’s Politburo has just set the country’s economic priorities for the second half of the year. T…
JR山手線 内回りと外回りで運転見合わせ 人身事故の影響
JR山手線は、新宿駅で起きた人身事故の影響で午前9時48分ごろから内回りと外回りで運転を見合わせています…
Africa
WHO calls for more support to tackle Ebola outbreak
Two potential treatments are being tested on confirmed Ebola patients in Ituri
EU ministers condemn foreign 'information interference' in Ceuta crisis
French interior minister Laurent Nuñez said all member states had expressed solidarity with Spain a…
Up to 20 years in jail for cocoa land repurpose in Ghana
In tonight's edition, Ghana's parliament cracks down on the sale or repurposing of land used to gro…
Supernatural mini-series 'Possession' explores legacy of colonialism
The five-part thriller blends supernatural mystery and magical realism to explore the enduring lega…
Oceania
Three teenagers plead not guilty to murdering good Samaritan Aidan Becker
Police allege three boys and a man attacked and killed Melbourne man Aidan Becker at a suburban tra…
NAPLAN results explained: What parents should know
NAPLAN results have arrived for students across Australia, giving parents a snapshot of how their c…
Commissioner rebukes claim pro-Palestinian groups tried to 'hijack' hearing
The royal commission on antisemitism has hit back at comments from a prominent member of the Jewish…
Man hit into teenage cyclists, allegedly killed dog in violent rampage in Auckland's Epsom
Police allege the 49-year-old also assaulted a woman in public in Epsom and say the attacks took pl…
South America
US revokes Brazil ambassador’s visa in escalation of diplomatic feud
Move is retaliation for Lula’s government refusal to approve Trump’s nominee for ambassador in Bras…
Armed man arrested outside Trump's Los Angeles golf course before presidential visit
Authorities arrested a man carrying ammunition and later found a loaded gun in his car outside US P…
US revokes Brazilian ambassador's visa amid escalating diplomatic dispute
Washington stripped Brazil's ambassador of her US visa in an escalating diplomatic standoff, saying…
Ola de indignación en Perú por una agresión sexual contra una cantante de cumbia
Los videos en los que la intérprete Naldy Saldaña aparece siendo sometida a tocamientos por el dire…
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Utah
Bountiful’s ‘Pantry Packs in the Park’ Returns August 8
On Saturday, August 8, the Bountiful Food Pantry will host its second annual Pantry Packs in the Pa…
Utah welcomes thousands of rookie K-12 teachers
Are Kalshi’s sports betting contracts subject to Utah gambling law? What a judge ruled
Idaho
Juez critica desestimación del último caso por el asalto al Capitolio del 6 de enero
Por Holmes Lybrand, CNN Un juez federal criticó duramente al Departamento de Justicia al desestimar…
Gobierno de Trump revoca la visa de Maria Luiza Ribeiro, embajadora de Brasil en EE.UU.
Por Jennifer Hansler, CNN en Español El Gobierno de Trump revocó el visado de la embajadora de Bras…
Gov. Brad Little and Lt. Gov. Scott Bedke discuss Idaho Falls expansion, wildfire season and more
Governor Brad Little and Lieutenant Governor Scott Bedke met with local business owners in Idaho Fa…
Wyoming
AARP Wyoming announces Cheyenne’s Ann Clement as new State Director - Cap City News
AARP Wyoming announces Cheyenne’s Ann Clement as new State Director Cap City News
Casper extends contract for management of downtown parking garage - Oil City News
Casper extends contract for management of downtown parking garage Oil City News
Casper receives grants for recreation, environmental projects - Oil City News
Casper receives grants for recreation, environmental projects Oil City News
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U.S.-Iran war expands to Saudi Arabia and Iraq after consequential strikes
The dayslong pause in the Iran war was shattered overnight as the U.S. and Saudi Arabia launched jo…
Salman Rushdie attacker convicted of terror offences
Hadi Matar, 28, was convicted of attempting to help Hezbollah by attacking the British-Indian autho…
Kirk Bangstad’s Political Megaphone Couldn’t Hide His Permit Problems
Central Bank Makes Second Interest Rate Decision Under Fed Chair Warsh
US Patriot interceptor stockpile diminished by 65% in Iran war, think tank estimates
A think tank report estimates US stockpiles of its two critical air defense interceptors are dramat…
Judge weighs bid to block or reverse transfers of transgender inmates into a segregated prison unit
The Trump administration has violated a court order by transferring several incarcerated transgende…
The Chinese robot army transforming the UK's retail industry
Britain's weak productivity growth and labour shortages are creating an opportunity for China's rob…
No Pseudonymity for the Pretend Date in Pentagon Contractor's Suit Over Hidden Date Recording by O'Keefe Media Group
First, a quick summary from today's decision by Judge Amit Mehta (D.D.C.) in Mannina v. O'Keefe Med…
