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‘Florida Pizza Kitchen’ a sign of California’s toxic business climate
If California Pizza Kitchen were to launch today, it would be called "Florida Pizza Kitchen." California just makes it too hard to do business.
Massachusetts Democratic Party chairman admits to sufficient facts in June drunken driving case
Steve Kerrigan's breathalyzer registered 0.089 after a Southborough traffic stop, just above state's 0.08% legal limit, court records show.
Rubio unveils visa restrictions targeting cybercrime networks
Secretary of State Marco Rubio announced sweeping new visa restrictions targeting individuals complicit in cybercrime, online investment scams and sextortion.
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Karen Bass’ pathetic push to blame others for spike in LA homelessness
Karen Bass told us throughout the primary election campaign that the best reason to give her anothe…
Trump DOJ withdraws subpoenas targeting New York Times journalists amid leak probe
The Department of Justice withdrew its subpoenas of New York Times journalists involved in the repo…
Free-speech advocates blast LA council after ban on these controversial words
LA City Council faces a First Amendment lawsuit threat over its ban on “offensive slurs” during pub…
Eminem’s ex-wife, Kim Scott, hurls expletives at cops in tense body cam footage following suicide attempt
The mother of three allegedly bit a female cop.
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As wildfires close in on Kimberley, B.C., residents brace for evacuation order
Despite a relatively quiet start to the summer, continued lightning and high winds could bring a wi…
A Fallen Soldier’s Angst, Love and Longing to Return Home From the Iran War
Sgt. Michael Emmanuel Swinton was killed in recent days, one of 18 U.S. soldiers who have lost thei…
Three Canadian Armed Forces members injured during training exercise in Alberta
Three-person rope team fell about 20 metres into crevasse on Athabasca Glacier while performing res…
Los Angeles Homeless Population Grows Again, After 2 Years of Decline
Los Angeles had an increase in homeless residents between early 2025 and early 2026. The rise could…
Europe
New PM cuts business rates for UK pubs in latest cost-of-living measure
British Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced a 20% cut to business rates for pubs, clubs and live …
Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger in Paris: 'There's no single blueprint for Democratic Party'
A rising star among Democratic Party moderates, Virginia’s first woman governor Abigail Spanberger …
Man fatally wounded in knife attack in German bank
A 20-year-old man is arrested after a knife attack at a bank in Bavaria that left a man fatally wou…
Reinstating Fedorov 'only right decision Zelensky can make', MP says
Ousted Ukrainian defence minister Mykhailo Fedorov said on Thursday he would accept no other gover…
Asia
As Laos’ methanol poisoning case begins, victims’ families, friends slam ‘cover-up’
Almost two years after six travellers died and one survivor was left blind from suspected methanol-…
Hong Kong must wake up to the cold hard geopolitics of AI
Officials talking about artificial intelligence (AI) often speak in terms of the next industrial re…
Chinese nationals plead guilty to illegally shipping turtles from US to Hong Kong
Two Chinese nationals pleaded guilty to shipping more than 500 turtles to Hong Kong in violation of…
India invites Bangladesh PM to Brics Summit
Hasina's Presence On Indian Soil May Be A Spoiler
Africa
Sudan: ICC Trial Chamber Terminates Case for Sudan War Crimes Against Former JEM Commander Abdallah Banda 'Without Prejudice'
[Dabanga] The Hague -- Trial Chamber IV of the International Criminal Court (ICC) in The Hague, the…
Sudan: 80 Sudanese Leave Uganda On Voluntary Return Flight
[Dabanga] Amsterdam / Kampala -- The 11th voluntary return flight carrying Sudanese refugees from U…
Sudan: 'U.S. Congress Should Pass New Bills On Sudan' - Human Rights Watch
[Dabanga] Washington -- The US Congress is currently considering two bills on Sudan: the Preventing…
Zimbabwe: Hybrid Seed Leading Revival of Cotton Farming in Zimbabwe
[Bird Story Agency] A new generation of hybrid cotton seeds is giving Zimbabwean farmers fresh reas…
Oceania
Modra's medical records allegedly inappropriately accessed by SA Health staff
Three SA Health staff are being investigated for alleged inappropriate access to the private medica…
Matt Wright Federal Court case could take another year before going to trial
A Federal Court case against celebrity crocodile wrangler Matt Wright could take another year befor…
Fijian national recaptured, high-risk NZ citizen still at large - Tonga Police
Liuaki Kokohu VI, a 35-year-old New Zealand citizen of Tongan descent, who is considered a high-ris…
TGA issues warning over rare eye disorder linked to Ozempic-like drugs
The Therapeutic Goods Administration has issued a safety warning for a rare, but serious risk of vi…
South America
El juez envía al Mayo Zambada a un centro médico para cumplir su cadena perpetua
El exlíder histórico del Cartel de Sinaloa, condenado en Estados Unidos por narcotráfico, evita así…
UN leadership candidates outline visions ahead of secretary-general race
Six candidates vying to become the next UN secretary-general presented their visions for the organi…
Los seis candidatos a liderar la ONU protagonizan un debate de guante blanco sin un vencedor claro
Las cuatro mujeres y dos hombres que aspiran a sustituir a Guterres en 2027 explican sus ideas para…
Fields medal honours four mathematicians as AI reshapes the profession
The International Mathematical Union awarded the prestigious Fields Medal to four mathematicians on…
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Veterinarians warn about hot temperatures, air quality in Boise harming pets - KTVB
Veterinarians warn about hot temperatures, air quality in Boise harming pets KTVB
Marian Burkhard Obituary (1924 - 2026) - Boise, ID - Idaho Statesman - Legacy | Obituary Search
Marian Burkhard Obituary (1924 - 2026) - Boise, ID - Idaho Statesman Legacy | Obituary Search
LSU Star Trey'Dez Green Could Not Be More Excited About One New Tigers Transfer - Sports Illustrated
LSU Star Trey'Dez Green Could Not Be More Excited About One New Tigers Transfer Sports Illustrated
Wyoming
Barnes & Noble pauses Blackmore fee after initial charging errors - Oil City News
Barnes & Noble pauses Blackmore fee after initial charging errors Oil City News
Union Pacific picks up Canadian National's support for its plan to acquire Norfolk Southern railroad - WyomingNews.com
Union Pacific picks up Canadian National's support for its plan to acquire Norfolk Southern railroa…
Replica of the Virgin Mary’s House draws Catholic devotees in the Philippines - WyomingNews.com
Replica of the Virgin Mary’s House draws Catholic devotees in the Philippines WyomingNews.com
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Congo's Ebola outbreak has killed over 1,000 people
More than 1,000 people have died in the Ebola outbreak in Congo, according to Africa's top health b…
Segro board U-turns on £14bn takeover bid by US rival Prologis
UK warehouse landlord says board unanimous in recommendation to accept ‘best and final offer’ The b…
Nobody Likes Red Tape, Not Even Mamdani
Eliminating burdensome small business regulations is a win for everyone.
Exclusive — Rep. Kat Cammack: We Need Mandated Background Checks for Congressional Staff
There must be mandated background checks for congressional staff, Rep. Kat Cammack (R-FL) said duri…
Firefighters battle one of Spain's biggest-ever wildfires during heat wave across the Mediterranean
Firefighters in central Spain battled a wildfire on Wednesday that has burned over 79,000 acres in …
Iran War Day 145: Trump: U.S to Bomb Bridges and Power Plants if Iran’s Hormuz Attacks Continue
State of the Union: Iran retaliated against American strikes with missile and drone launches agains…
France recorded 5,700 more deaths than usual during its historic June heat wave
France recorded at least 5,700 more deaths than usual during a historic heat wave last month, the p…
Circuit Court Decides Illegal Aliens Do Not Have the Constitutional Right to Park in the Country
