Former President Donald Trump has told supporters that the inflation under Biden is how ‘countries die’ and that a Trump return to the White House would mean lower energy costs.
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U.S. military strikes another Houthi-controlled site after warning ships to avoid parts of Red Sea
The first day of strikes Friday hit 28 locations and struck more than 60 targets. President Biden had warned Friday that the Iranian-backed Houthis could face further strikes.
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Republican candidates struggle with Civil War history as party grapples with race issues in present
On the eve of Monday’s Iowa caucuses, Republicans are increasingly frustrated by the dynamic and have sought to turn the issue back on Democrats.
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Georgia prosecutors remain silent days after explosive allegations of improper relationship
Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis is accused of an improper personal relationship with a special prosecutor she appointed in the election interference case against Donald Trump and his allies.
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Crew of crashed U.N. helicopter waited an hour for rescue before being kidnapped
An official said medical professionals and soldiers were on board the helicopter that had been headed to a town for a medical evacuation Wednesday.
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Country music star and ex-drug dealer Jelly Roll urges Congress to pass anti-fentanyl bill
The “Need a Favor” singer appeared before Congress Thursday and delivered an impassioned statement urging lawmakers to pass an anti-fentanyl trafficking bill.
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From Augusta – Parents, teachers and school boards should work as a team
As the Senate Chair of the Education and Cultural Affairs Committee, former educator and coach, married to another educator, and father of three daughters who attended public school, I am well-versed in the differences between standards and curriculum. Standards are what the Department of Education determines are the quantifiable benchmarks that students need to hit […]
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Taiwan elects Lai Ching-te as president; China calls him a dangerous choice
Lai Ching-te of the Democratic Progressive Party has been elected president of Taiwan, an outcome that will anger China, which views him as a separatist.
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In 100 days, Israel-Hamas war has transformed region with no signs of ending
Here are five takeaways from the first 100 days of a conflict that has upended the region.
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Another potent storm brings historic coastal flooding, high winds to an already-drenched Maine
Powerful storm surges, coinciding with the monthly astronomical high tide, flooded low-lying streets in Portland and other coastal communities while damaging businesses and landmarks.