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Patrick Clancy speaks out after hung jury in Lindsay Clancy case, addresses prospect of another trial
Patrick Clancy says enduring another trial would be "extraordinarily painful" after a hung jury led to a mistrial in Lindsay Clancy's murder case.
Before McDonald's and Starbucks, Americans packed these once-beloved lunch counters
Luncheonettes gave women a place to eat during the workday and thrived during Prohibition, but America's fast food and car culture have reshaped dining habits.
The freakout over data centers is just another fracking backlash we need to ignore
America's important fracking victory offers a blueprint for AI data center builders facing 70% public opposition and major Chinese competition.
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‘Black widow’ allegedly attempted to murder romantic partner, 69, she met online
Samantha Adams allegedly slipped benzodiazepines into a drink she gave the 69-year-old victim she m…
College football's first full Saturday is here and it's a celebration of America at its best
The Wisconsin Badgers and college football traditions unite millions of Americans at tailgates with…
MLB player spent the week becoming a US citizen, and then did something incredible in his first game back
Eugenio Suarez missed two Cincinnati Reds games to pass the US naturalization test, then returned t…
Iran’s State Media Says U.S. Missiles Hit Iranian Oil Tanker Near Kharg
The United States military has not confirmed an attack. The reports came after a barrage of U.S. st…
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North America
Opinion: A sculpture in perpetual motion, removed
"Blue," a statue that's been on the grounds of the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. for 7 years h…
Whatever happened to the floating schools of Bangladesh?
It was a light bulb moment: If monsoon rains keep kids from safely getting to school, let's create …
U.S. envoys in Moscow in new push for peace between Russia and Ukraine
U.S. envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have arrived in Moscow to revive efforts to end Russia'…
Learning Lab brings Vancouver Chinatown’s history to life
The Learning Lab, opened in May, revives heyday of city’s Chinatown with immersive exhibits, artifa…
Europe
Europe would not be able to sustain war of attrition with Russia, defence officials say
Security experts fear Putin may be winning hybrid war with the west amid rise of pro-Kremlin, far-r…
Sweden confirms 458 Britons deported or forcibly removed since Brexit
Scale of deportations made public for first time amid criticism of hardline approach to UK citizens…
Two senior Reform UK officials resign as Farage faces fresh foreign donations scandal
Two senior officials from the hard-right Reform UK party stepped down Friday following a hidden-cam…
‘Every girl now wants to be a boxer’: excitement in Katie Taylor’s home town for her valedictory bout
Irish boxer lauded for her tenacity and inspiration before her last fight in front of 80,000 people…
Asia
‘Stop the boats’: Masked men block roads to Dover port in anti-immigration protest
Masked men blocked roads leading to Britain's busiest ferry port in Dover. This protest disrupted t…
Judge orders cull of 2,500 mule deer introduced to Catalina Island in 1920s
Catalina Island's mule deer, released in the late 1920s, now pose serious threats to local flora an…
German tourist returns 2,400-year-old Olympia relic more than 50 years later
DTC fought conductor for 32 years over Rs 67, now fined Rs 1 lakh by Delhi HC
The Delhi High Court has imposed a fine of one lakh rupees on the Delhi Transport Corporation for i…
Africa
Tensions in the Strait of Hormuz drive oil prices as US and Iran both claim control
Tensions are ongoing over the fate of the Strait of Hormuz as both the United States and Iran are c…
São Tomé and Príncipe President Carlos Vila Nova sworn in for second term
São Tomé and Príncipe President Carlos Vila Nova was officially sworn in for a second five-year ter…
Guinea buries 36 victims of Conakry landfill collapse
Thousands of people attended a mass funeral held in Guinea on Friday for the 36 people killed in a …
UN General Assembly adopts new world map that shows Africa's true size
The United Nations General Assembly on Friday endorsed a new world map that reflects Africa's size …
Oceania
2,000 cases of suspected food poisoning from Indonesia's free school meals
The outbreaks are the latest setback for the program, which has been rolled out across the archipel…
Qantas flight diverted to Christchurch after 'engine issue'
Witness describes flames and loud banging noises coming from the plane shortly after takeoff.
Engine flames from Sydney-bound Qantas flight forces plane to be diverted
The Sydney-bound Boeing aircraft left the alpine ski town of Queenstown in New Zealand just before …
Grain sector 'disappointed' farmers are choosing cheap palm kernel feed over local grain
Grain farmers hope more dairy farmers will buy local animal feed wheat, instead of cheaper palm ker…
South America
‘It cost me many friendships’: former Brazil military chief reveals inside struggle to stop Bolsonaro’s coup
Carlos de Almeida Baptista Júnior describes 2022 meeting in new book as ex-leader’s son vies with …
Mariana Mazzucato: ‘The most important thing for Mexico is to stop being just a low-cost manufacturer for US companies’
The economist assesses Sheinbaum’s Plan Mexico and calls for tax reforms, stronger institutional co…
Argentina’s Milei wants women to have more children while he cuts support for families
According to a report, only two of 50 national programs aimed at pregnant women, children and careg…
From a taqueria to a café: The California businesses linked to relatives of ‘El Mencho’
The brother and youngest daughter of the man who led the Jalisco New Generational Cartel opened bus…
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Utah
Voices: Utah is seeing fewer traffic deaths, but that doesn’t mean our roads are safe. We still have work to do. - The Salt Lake Tribune
Voices: Utah is seeing fewer traffic deaths, but that doesn’t mean our roads are safe. We still hav…
Utah football’s Moment of Loudness has some new voices — and a new look - The Salt Lake Tribune
Utah football’s Moment of Loudness has some new voices — and a new look The Salt Lake Tribune
Historic SLC building to be renovated for new corporate headquarters. See who’s moving in. - The Salt Lake Tribune
Historic SLC building to be renovated for new corporate headquarters. See who’s moving in. The Salt…
Idaho
Oregon vs. Boise State: Last-Minute Odds, Predictions, and Gameday Updates - Autzen Zoo
Oregon vs. Boise State: Last-Minute Odds, Predictions, and Gameday Updates Autzen Zoo
Mostly pleasant Saturday forecast for southern Idaho, with sunshine and some morning fog - KBOI
Mostly pleasant Saturday forecast for southern Idaho, with sunshine and some morning fog KBOI
Oregon vs Boise State prediction: Ducks dominate tough regional opponent - USA Today
Oregon vs Boise State prediction: Ducks dominate tough regional opponent USA Today
Wyoming
Man accused of slashing 52 tires on 22 vehicles; Chamber hears update on ICBM replacement program - wyomingnews.com
Man accused of slashing 52 tires on 22 vehicles; Chamber hears update on ICBM replacement program w…
Economic growth is stunted in Wyoming due to lack of electrons, industrial customers say - wyomingnews.com
Economic growth is stunted in Wyoming due to lack of electrons, industrial customers say wyomingnew…
Wyoming Archaeology Fair to offer plenty of activities and inspiration - wyomingnews.com
Wyoming Archaeology Fair to offer plenty of activities and inspiration wyomingnews.com
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‘My number one concern is the privacy of people’
Parents overwhelmingly back Meta settlement, states enacting similar social media limits for youths
Four out of five parents support the recent Meta settlement that will implement new restrictions on…
RFK Jr. Now Probing Whether US Service Members Died From COVID Vaccines
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WATCH: Travel tips for Labor Day weekend
The FAA is expecting a busy Labor Day travel weekend and Brian Kelly, founder of The Points Guy, is…
Romanian prosecutors indict Andrew Tate on trafficking minors and money laundering
Romanian prosecutors have indicted social media influencer Andrew Tate on charges including traffic…
Trio of Hurricanes Spinning in the Pacific Threaten to Impact Hawaii and Southern California
A trio of hurricanes is dancing in the Pacific Ocean, with one of them expected to give Southern Ca…
U.S. diesel prices hit a record high, pushing up transportation costs for a long list of goods
Diesel hit a record price in the U.S. on Friday, soaring to an average of $5.85 a gallon for the fi…
