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PublishedMarch 1, 2021
UN experts urge independent probe into Navalny’s poisoning
Two top U.N. rights experts also call for the immediate release from prison of Russian opposition leader Alexei Navalny.
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PublishedFebruary 26, 2021
Pandemic relief bill nears passage in House as Democrats look to salvage minimum wage hike
A virtual party-line House vote was expected on the $1.9 trillion package, which includes cash for individuals, businesses, states and cities.
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PublishedFebruary 26, 2021
Across U.S., some local Republican leaders use conspiracies, lies to build the base
The bitter, combative rhetoric is helping the officials grow their constituencies on social media and gain outsize influence in their communities, city councils, county boards and state assemblies.
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PublishedFebruary 26, 2021
Owners of truck involved in New Hampshire crash that killed 7 motorcyclists are charged
The allegations of falsifying records are not directly linked to the 2019 crash, in which the driver of the Westfield Transport truck awaits trial.
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PublishedFebruary 25, 2021
Minimum wage increase must be stripped from COVID relief bill, Senate arbiter decides
The proposal would gradually raise the federal minimum wage to $15 over 5 years, well over the $7.25 in effect since 2009.
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PublishedFebruary 25, 2021
House votes to expand legal safeguards for LGBTQ people
‘I’ve proudly advocated for this bill for years, and I’m thrilled to see it pass the House today,’ said Rep. Chellie Pingree, 1st District, who is vice chair of the House LGBTQ Caucus.
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PublishedFebruary 25, 2021
Capitol assault much bigger than intel suggested, acting chief testifies
The acting U.S. Capitol Police chief said police didn’t have enough intelligence to predict the violent insurrection that resulted in 5 deaths, and they prepared for trouble but not an invasion.
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PublishedFebruary 25, 2021
Republicans form wall of opposition to Democrats’ virus relief package
Democratic leaders were poised to push the sweeping package through the House on Friday, and hope the Senate, where changes are likely, will act quickly.
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PublishedFebruary 25, 2021
Former Michigan Gov. Granholm, proponent of clean energy, confirmed as energy secretary
Jennifer Granholm has advocated embracing new wind and solar technologies. But her position caused tension with some Republicans who fear for the future of fossil fuels.
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PublishedFebruary 25, 2021
Man sentenced to 48 years for murder in fatal shooting of woman in Maine
Prosecutors say Carine Reeves became angry over insults from Sally Shaw while they were driving in Cherryfield in 2017, and he shot her in the head.
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