Opinion: Russia's nuclear blackmail is a spectacular success for Putin

Vladimir Putin last week gave details of Russia's stated intent to base tactical nuclear weapons in Belarus. The flurry of alarmist reporting on what this meant highlights much of what is wrong with Western responses to Russian nuclear intimidation.

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Oldham Coliseum: Historic theatre stages final act after funding cut

The final curtain falls on the Oldham Coliseum after it had its Arts Council England funding removed.

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US official's warning for Americans in Russia

In light of the arrest of a US journalist in Russia, White House Coordinator for Strategic Communications at the National Security Council John Kirby is urging Americans in Russia to leave immediately.

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Hormone replacement therapy and menopause: What you need to know about HRT

HRT can help with menopausal symptoms. If you're thinking about taking it, here's what you need to consider.

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American detainee Paul Whelan's family concerned after he missed his usual daily call

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Gwyneth Paltrow awarded $1 and cleared of fault over ski crash

The Oscar winner has won her high-profile case over a 2016 accident in Utah.

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Jonathan Majors' attorney provides purported texts from woman in alleged assault

An attorney for actor Jonathan Majors has shared text messages she says came from the woman her client allegedly assaulted last weekend.

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After their university's president canceled a charity drag show, students found a new venue

A group of students at West Texas A&M University have announced a new venue for their charity drag show, which was initially set to take place on campus before it was canceled by the school's president.

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Council tax: What is it and how much is it rising?

Millions of households across the UK will see a sharp increase in council tax bills in April.

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She's on Moscow's most wanted list. Hear what she thinks of Putin and his war in Ukraine

Russian student Olesya Krivtsova was charged with terrorism after criticizing Russia's war in Ukraine on social media. She's now on Russia's most wanted list. CNN's Melissa Bell has the story.

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Newspaper headlines: 'Justice for Olivia' and 'lover shopped killer'

A jury finding Thomas Cashman guilty of murdering Olivia Pratt-Korbel dominates Friday's headlines.

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Hear Pence address call for testimony: 'I obviously have nothing to hide'

Former Vice President Mike Pence spoke to reporters in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, following a judge's ruling that Pence must testify about conversations with Donald Trump leading up to January 6, 2021.

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'Power up Britain' plan targets emissions and costs

Ministers say the UK should have Europe's cheapest electricity by 2050, but critics call plans a "rehash".

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Silence and delay vs. communication and drive -- a look at the differences between police responses in Uvalde and Nashville

Two active shooters in two elementary schools, both armed with assault rifles and both ready to kill. Police in both Uvalde, Texas, last May and Nashville just this week rushed to answer 911 calls of gunfire.

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Sister of Christopher Alder on 25-year fight for answers

Christopher Alder's sister on fighting for answers about her brother's death and burial mix-up.

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'Could not possibly be true': Daniel Dale fact-checks Trump's DeSantis claim

CNN's Daniel Dale fact checks multiple claims by former President Donald Trump about Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.

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Climate change: Is the UK on track to meet its targets?

The government has until the end of March to come up with a revised net zero strategy.

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Mountain lion claws man's head while he sits in hot tub, officials say

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EV startup Lucid to cut about 18% of its workforce

Electric-vehicle maker Lucid Group Inc said on Tuesday it would lay off about 18% of its workforce, or around 1,300 employees, to cut costs as part of a restructuring plan.

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Ministers can veto prisoners' parole in Victims and Prisoners Bill

The government has promised to make it easier for victims of crime in England and Wales to get justice.

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Ex-Trump official reacts to his Waco rally remarks: Intent was 'extremely clear'

CNN political commentator and former Trump White House official Alyssa Farah Griffin reacts to the former president's remarks about a possible indictment at a rally in Waco, Texas, saying his intention to incite violence, similar to the January 6th insurrection, is "extremely clear."

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Nashville school shooter hid guns in parents' house

Police say the parents felt the suspect should not own weapons, but did not realise guns were in the house.

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The Papers: 'Cruise ships' to house migrants and new NHS cash

Wednesday's headlines include new plans to house migrants on cruise ships and fresh cash for the NHS.

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Proud Boy testifies that talk of 'stacking bodies' was locker-room banter

Proud Boys member Fernando Alonso, who was with members of the group in Washington, DC, on January 6, 2021, testified on Monday that text messages about "stacking bodies" on the White House lawn were akin to locker-room banter and that members of the group were simply "knuckleheads."

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The biggest lesson from Israel's political crisis

Israel is far from the only country facing political maneuvers to weaken its democracy, or the only nation led by a clever politician seeking to manipulate the system for his own benefit. And Israel's citizens are far from the only ones pushing back to defend their democracy.

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North Korea: What to make of Kim Jong Un's barrage of weapon tests

Taken all together, Kim Jong Un's tests in the past fortnight have concerned analysts.

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Customs officers seize more than $700,000 of knockoff Gucci, Chanel, other designer brands

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Man uses bare hands to rescue trapped DRC miners

Authorities say nine men survived a collapsed gold mine in South Kivu.

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The Papers: Fight for union and 'crackdown on party houses'

Tuesday's newspapers include the new SNP leader and the government's anti-social behaviour crackdown.

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Do fewer but bigger infrastructure projects, government told

National Infrastructure Commission says major objectives have stuttered and progress is "off track".

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Brackets shattered: Two 5 seeds, a 9 seed and a 2 seed reach NCAA men's Final Four

For the first time since 1970, there will be three schools making their first Final Four appearances at the men's NCAA Tournament following victories by No. 5 seed San Diego State University and No. 5 seed Miami on Sunday.

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Eurovision 2023: Mae Muller and other hopefuls get pre-parties started across Europe

Participants of the song contest begin the build-up to Liverpool by performing for fans across Europe.

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EU was set to ban internal combustion engine cars. Then Germany suddenly changed its mind

When EU lawmakers voted to ban the sale of new combustion engine cars in the bloc by 2035, it was a landmark victory for climate. In February, the European Parliament approved the law. All that was needed was a rubber stamp from the bloc's political leaders.

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The Papers: 'Crunch vote on small boats' and laughing gas ban

Monday's papers lead on the return of the Illegal Migration Bill and the government's nitrous oxide ban.

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Mississippi tornado: 'My uncle's trailer was flattened - he was inside'

The BBC heard harrowing stories from residents in Mississippi as they stood amongst the ruins of their home.

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Sniffing body odour is tested as an anxiety therapy

Researchers say it may help trigger calming brain pathways and are putting their theory to the test.

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Trump baselessly rails against 'prosecutorial misconduct' at Waco rally as investigations loom

Former President Donald Trump baselessly railed against what he called "prosecutorial misconduct" at a campaign rally Saturday night in Texas, denying any wrongdoing amid investigations in New York, Georgia and Washington.

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Long Covid: Three years and no magic bullet

BBC Scotland's Lucy Adams still suffers from the effects of long Covid and wants to know why.

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Hard Rock Lake Tahoe shooting leaves 1 dead

A 32-year-old man has died following a shooting at the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Lake Tahoe, located in Stateline, Nevada, on Saturday, according to the Douglas County Sheriff's Office.

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House committee chairmen double down on Manhattan DA oversight efforts

The chairmen of three House committees sent a letter Saturday to the Manhattan district attorney leading the probe into Donald Trump, doubling down on their efforts to intervene in the hush money investigation ahead of possible criminal charges against the former president.

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'God, guns and Trump': Thousands turn out for Texas rally

As Donald Trump stares down a potential arrest, it is business as usual at his campaign rally.

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Balmain and Beyoncé release couture collection inspired by 'Renaissance'

The Beyhive may still be waiting for "Renaissance" visuals, but a surprise couture collection directly inspired by the album's songs, courtesy of Balmain, might scratch that itch (for now).

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Patriotic Alternative: The town fighting the far-right with Welsh cakes

When Patriotic Alternative started targeting a Welsh town, the community found a way to push back.

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Gwyneth Paltrow testifies that accuser skied into her back

Gwyneth Paltrow takes the stand in her civil trial stemming from a 2016 skiing accident in Park City, Utah.

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Dangerous storm system brings threat of tornadoes, hail and heavy rainfall to large swath of US

A strong storm system Friday will bring the potential for severe weather to 30 million people from the Lower Mississippi Valley to the lower Ohio Valley.

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The Papers: 'Turmoil in France' and King's royal tour 'axed'

Saturday's papers lead on protests in France and the King's cancelled meeting with Emmanuel Macron.

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Here's how to keep your passwords safe, according to this hacker

SocialProof Security CEO Rachel Tobac tells "Nightcap's" Jon Sarlin how hackers are not fooled when you change your passwords with special characters and how a password manager can help keep your accounts safe. For more, watch the full Nightcap episode here.

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Ukraine war: Battle for Bakhmut 'stabilising' - Ukraine commander

Despite Russia spending months trying to take the city, Ukrainian officials say they are holding on.

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See texts dentist accused of poisoning his wife sent days before her death

The Colorado dentist accused of poisoning his wife appeared in court and was formally charged with first-degree murder. According to an arrest warrant affidavit James Toliver Craig allegedly put arsenic in his wife Angie's protein shakes, but the dentist denies it. CNN's Kyung Lah reports.

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Antisemitic incidents in the US are at the highest level recorded since the 1970s

Antisemitic incidents in the US reached their highest level last year since the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), a civil rights non-governmental organization, began recording them in 1979.

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Iraq war 20 years on: 'I lost my leg, but I'd do it again'

Two decades on from the invasion, UK Armed Forces veterans reflect on how the Iraq war changed them.

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Torture, forced abortions and insects for food: Life inside North Korean jails, says this NGO

Extrajudicial executions, rape, forced abortions, jail without trial, torture, starvation rations that leave prisoners so hungry some turn to eating insects.

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US and Canada reach a deal on decades-old asylum agreement

The US and Canada have struck a deal on changes to a decades-old asylum agreement that would restrict certain migrants from seeking protections in Canada, two Canadian officials told CNN, marking a significant change in how Canada accepts asylum seekers.

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Why some Asian Americans are shifting to the right in San Francisco

CNN's Kyung Lah reports on the factors that have contributed to Asian American voters in San Francisco shifting to the right and what this means for Democrats.

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Ikea told to tackle sexual harassment after UK complaint

The firm signed an agreement to protect staff in the UK after concerns over how it handled an allegation.

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'This is ridiculous': Congress and White House careen toward default deadline as standoff grows

An upbeat Kevin McCarthy left the White House seven weeks ago with a rosy view about the prospects of raising the national debt limit.

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The Papers: 'Johnson in peril' as he 'fights for his future'

Boris Johnson's grilling on whether he lied about partygate makes up most front pages on Thursday.

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TikTok's US future at stake as boss faces Congress showdown

The video-sharing app's chief executive will testify to US lawmakers in a much-anticipated grilling.

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CNN anchor asks Djokovic if he regrets not getting vaccinated. Hear his response

CNN anchor Becky Anderson asks tennis star Novak Djokovic if he regrets not getting the Covid-19 vaccine. The 22-time Grand Slam winner is not allowed to travel to the US because of his decision not to be vaccinated against Covid-19.

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The struggle to find a home in a picture-postcard village

Some people have spent years trying to find an affordable property in part of the Scottish Highlands.

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A Texas university president canceled a student drag show, calling it 'divisive' and misogynistic

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The Papers: 'D-day' for Johnson as he gets 'ready for battle'

Wednesday's papers lead on Boris Johnson giving evidence later in a televised hearing on partygate.

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Health officials consider another round of bivalent boosters for the most vulnerable Americans

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See how Taylor Swift surprised one super fan

After a bad accident caused Isabella McCune to miss Taylor Swift's 2018 "Reputation" tour, the singer personally promised McCune she would be invited to her next tour. Five years later, Swift is delivering on that promise with tickets to her highly-anticipated "Eras Tour." CNN affiliate KNXV has the story.

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Olivia Colman: ‘If only Miss Havisham had a therapist’

The actress, starring in a new BBC adaptation of Great Expectations, on why she thinks it's relevant to modern Britain.

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DEA issues alert about widespread threat of xylazine

The US Drug Enforcement Administration issued an alert Monday about the widespread threat of fentanyl mixed with xylazine, a veterinary tranquilizer also commonly known as "tranq" or "tranq dope."

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The Papers: Rotten Met and 'trial of Boris Johnson' begins

Tuesday's papers lead with the Met Police being deemed "institutionally racist, misogynistic and homophobic".

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Ukraine says Russian missiles destroyed in Crimea

If confirmed as a Ukrainian attack, it would be a rare foray into the occupied region.

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Opinion: Trump's risky call for protests

Former President Donald Trump knows his base better than anyone. He should understand that his words in the past have been followed by acts of violence by some supporters — ranging from incidents at his campaign rallies to the January 6, 2021, attack on the US Capitol.

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Climate change: Couple set for Pole-to-Pole electric car challenge

The husband and wife will journey 17,000 miles from the Arctic to Antarctica, aided by renewables.

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Are romance authors at risk from book-writing chatbots?

As AI-powered chatbots can now write fiction, human authors may have unwanted competition.

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Analysis: Putin's world just got a lot smaller

• Trouble in paradise as Bali loses patience with Russians, Ukrainians fleeing war • Opinion: ICC arrest warrant for Putin is a stunning statement • Watch: Leader of Russian mercenary army lashes out at Putin's military

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Opinion: Why US is beating Russia in the Black Sea

For 30 to 40 minutes in international airspace over the Black Sea on Tuesday morning local time, two Russian fighter jets harried a slow-moving American surveillance drone by flying dangerously close to it and dumping fuel over it, according to the US military.

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The Papers: Boris dossier and judges 'to back down' on Rwanda

The papers lead with European courts looking at the Rwanda plan and Boris Johnson's Partygate defence.

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Samara Joy brought back old-school jazz. It won her two Grammys

The 23-year-old unexpectedly beat major pop stars to win Best New Artist. Here's how she did it.

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Lance Reddick's wife shares emotional tribute after actor's sudden death

Actor Lance Reddick is being remembered by family and friends following his sudden death Friday at age 60.

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French pension reforms: Is Macron's government doomed by crisis?

No-confidence motions face the Macron government as it tries to force its unpopular changes into law.

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Man builds 12-foot-tall snow tunnel to get out of home

A man tunneled out after up to 12 feet of snow enveloped his home near Lake Tahoe, California.

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Opinion: Twenty years after the invasion of Iraq, Congress still has unfinished business

Twenty years ago, the United States invaded Iraq.

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Southern Ecuador earthquake kills at least 12

A strong earthquake off Ecuador's southern coast left people trapped in collapsed houses.

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Week in pictures: 11-17 March

A selection of striking images from all over the globe, taken in the past seven days.

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Novak Djokovic: World number one will not play at Miami Open after being denied entry to US

World number one Novak Djokovic has failed in his bid to play at next week's Miami Open after being denied entry to the United States.

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Bacteria in recalled eye drops linked to cases of vision loss, surgical removal of eyeballs

A rare strain of bacteria found in recalled eyedrops has been linked to dozens of infections, as well as cases of vision loss, surgical removal of eyeballs and one death.

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Actor Sam Neill reveals cancer diagnosis

In his forthcoming memoir, actor Sam Neill, best known for his work in the "Jurassic Park" franchise films, reveals he recently battled stage III blood cancer, but he is now cancer free.

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'What the hell?': Tapper reacts to show's first episode 10 years later

CNN's Jake Tapper reacts to 10-year-old footage from his show's first episode, as "The Lead with Jake Tapper" celebrates a decade on air.

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Texas veteran who entered Senate chamber in military gear on January 6 sentenced to two years in prison

A US Air Force veteran who entered the Senate chambers in military gear during the January 6, 2021, attack on the US Capitol was sentenced on Friday to two years in prison.

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Menindee: Millions of dead fish wash up near Australian town

"Just imagine leaving a fish in your kitchen to rot" said one resident, describing the smell.

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The Papers: Passport strike and arrest warrant for Putin

A walkout by staff at the Passport Office and Putin being accused of war crimes lead Saturday's papers.

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The Papers: NHS pay deal and 'Banks try to reassure investors'

A deal that would give health workers a 5% rise and ongoing turmoil in the markets lead the papers.

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Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg cites 'uptick' in aviation incidents at FAA safety summit reviewing 'serious close calls'

Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg on Wednesday cited an "uptick" in recent aviation incidents and called on participants at a Federal Aviation Administration safety summit to help find the "root causes" of the problem.

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English professor in Florida says university terminated his contract after a complaint over his racial justice unit

A former English professor at Florida's Palm Beach Atlantic University says the school terminated his contract early after a complaint that he was "indoctrinating" students by teaching about racial justice.

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Metropolitan Police expected to be heavily criticised for being racist, sexist and homophobic in report

The BBC understands the report will criticise the Met's tolerance of wrongdoing within its ranks.

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Irvo Otieno's family reacts to seeing tape of fatal incident: He was treated worse than a dog

The family of 28-year-old Irvo Otieno, who died while in custody of a Virginia mental health facility, speaks out after having viewed the tape of the fatal incident. CNN's Brian Todd reports.

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Soldier destroyed a Russian jet over Bakhmut, Ukrainian commander says

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Chris Mason: Pension perks likely next political flashpoint

The end of the cap on tax-free pension savings could yet prove totemic, writes our political editor.

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Fulton County investigators have another recording of a Trump phone call pressuring a Georgia official

Fulton County investigators have an audio recording of a phone call that former President Donald Trump made to the Georgia House speaker to push for a special session to overturn Democrat Joe Biden's 2020 victory in the state, according to the Atlanta Journal-Constitution.

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Vote to be held on eradicating all Uist estate's deer

A call for a cull in South Uist follows concerns about the spread of Lyme disease from infected deer ticks.

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Morriston house blast pair 'so lucky to come out of it'

A 14-year-old boy was thrown in the air and hit the ceiling in his bedroom after suspected gas blast.

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Storm Freddy kills more than 200 in Malawi

Dozens of children are among the dead as rescue workers use shovels to find people buried in mud.

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Why Israelis are protesting government's push to weaken Supreme Court

Despite weeks of protests, the Israeli Parliament, the Knesset, pushed two key elements of the sweeping judicial reform bill that limit the Israeli Supreme Court's power. CNN's Richard Quest reports.

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Christine McGuinness: I was sexually abused, like so many autistic women

The model and TV personality speaks about the impact autism has had on her life.

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Panic on Twitter helped bring down Silicon Valley Bank

• Do you have questions about the collapse? • Video: Hear what top business and political leaders are saying about SVB's collapse • 10 moves that led to Silicon Valley Bank's astonishing fall • Opinion: The shutdown of SVB is more of the same for Millennials

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Women may cut their risk of heart disease by almost 25% with this way of eating

Closely following a Mediterranean diet may cut a woman's risk of heart disease and death by nearly 25%, according to a new analysis of 16 studies.

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The Papers: 'Back to work budget' and 'Russia downs US drone'

Previews of Wednesday's Budget and the reported downing of a US drone over the Black Sea lead the papers.

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'I earn £30,000 a year and I'm still struggling'

Young people tell the BBC what help they hope will be announced in the Spring Budget on Wednesday.

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South Africa's long wait for justice over apartheid crimes

Lukhanyo Calata remains determined to prosecute the security agents who killed his father 38 years ago.

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Pop star tips waiter $5K

Pop star Jason Derulo tipped a waiter $5,000 while dining in Omaha, Nebraska. CNN affiliate KETV has the story.

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Job hunting: Six top tips for finding work

There are 10m people out of work in the UK, so if you're searching for a job you're not alone. Here are some tips on how to get started.

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Legendary Olympic high jumper Dick Fosbury dies at 76

Dick Fosbury, legendary Olympic gold high jumper who revolutionized the track and field event, died Sunday of lymphoma, according to his publicist Ray Schulte. Fosbury was 76.

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Theresa May says asylum plan won't solve illegal migration issue

The former PM says modern slavery victims will be "collateral damage" under new government proposals.

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Save Our Wild Isles, urge wildlife charities

Three of the biggest conservation charities team up to try and halt the destruction of nature in UK.

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Big money has transformed March Madness. Here's how

Los Angeles Times Op-Ed columnist LZ Granderson explains to "Nightcap's" Jon Sarlin how both non-sports fans and devoted sports gamblers can help generate revenue for legal sports betting during March Madness. For more, watch the full Nightcap episode here.

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The Papers: Lineker 'to return' to TV and bank collapse

The front pages continue to reflect the impartiality row at the BBC, and the government's response to Silicon Valley Bank collapse.

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The red carpet is champagne-colored this year. But why was it red in the first place?

• Full list of Oscar nominees • Inside the making of an Oscar statuette • Video: The weird way Oscar votes are counted

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Opinion: Why George Santos' past drag sticks with people

The stage was set at Le Poisson Rouge, a nightclub in New York City, as part of the monthly "Nightgowns" drag showcase run by performer and "RuPaul's Drag Race" winner Sasha Velour. After a short montage of news clips discussing the many controversies surrounding him, the embattled New York Rep. George Santos made his entrance. Sort of. Rather, the Los Angeles-based drag queen Meatball made her entrance, dressed as Santos.

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Kansas, Alabama, Houston and Purdue named No. 1 seeds in 2023 men's NCAA tournament

Alabama, Houston, Kansas and Purdue were named as the No. 1 seeds in the men's NCAA tournament on Sunday.

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Silicon Valley Bank: Money in failed US bank is safe - US government

Depositors with Silicon Valley Bank can access all their money from Monday, US officials say.

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See Ukrainians take down Russian missile with machine gun

Ukrainian drone hunters are scanning the sky to spot and down Russian missiles. CNN's Melissa Bell reports.

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Israel: Protesters take to streets in one of the biggest protests in its history

Protests against plans for a radical overhaul of the judicial system have been running for 10 weeks.

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The Papers: Lineker 'chaos' pressures BBC chiefs and asylum plan

Sunday's front pages focus on the impartiality row between presenter Gary Lineker and the BBC.

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The 3 White men who killed Ahmaud Arbery are appealing their federal hate crime convictions. 2 of them say race didn't play a role in their actions

The three White men who killed Ahmaud Arbery, a 25-year-old Black jogger, are appealing their federal hate crime convictions, with two of the three arguing the government did not prove they chased the young man because of his race.

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Budget 2023: Universal credit claimants to get more childcare cost help

The announcement in next week's Budget is part of government plans to encourage people back to work.

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Silicon Valley Bank: Regulators take over as failure raises fears

Regulators take over Silicon Valley Bank as the collapse raises wider fears about the banking sector.

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Paul Flores sentenced to 25 years to life in prison without parole for 1996 murder of Kristin Smart

The man convicted of killing fellow college student Kristin Smart in 1996 was sentenced to 25 years to life in prison without parole Friday in a California court, according to CNN affiliate KSBY.

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The Papers: BBC faces 'revolt' over Lineker as stars walk out

Gary Lineker dominates Saturday's front pages after the BBC suspended the Match of the Day star in a row over impartiality.

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FC Barcelona and former club presidents charged with 'continued corruption'

FC Barcelona was charged on Friday by the Barcelona provincial prosecutor's office with "continued corruption between individuals in the sports field" in addition to other charges in relation to an alleged payment scandal which has rocked Spanish soccer.

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Gary Lineker: A stand-off with no clear exit strategy

One of the BBC's best loved presenters has been taken off air due to an impartiality row.

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Judge orders former Trump adviser Peter Navarro to turn over emails from his private account said to be White House records

A federal judge has ordered former Donald Trump adviser Peter Navarro to turn over to the US government certain emails from his time at the White House, granting the Justice Department a victory in a civil lawsuit the department brought against the ex-trade adviser.

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Robert Blake, actor who was once tried for murder, dies at 89

The Hollywood actor's long career was overshadowed by accusations that he murdered his wife.

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The Papers: 'Huge Shambles 2' and nuclear plant luck 'will run out'

Delays to the HS2 rail project and a power cut at Ukraine's largest nuclear plant lead the papers.

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Trump looms large over 2024 race as other Republicans descend on Iowa

The Republican presidential race is just getting started, but Kim Schmett said he and his fellow conservatives are spending more time thinking about the end of the 2024 campaign and trying to answer one question above all.

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Indian Wells: Emma Raducanu beats Danka Kovinic as Jack Draper sets up Dan Evans clash

British pair Emma Raducanu and Jack Draper put injury-disrupted build-ups behind them to earn first-round wins at the prestigious Indian Wells event.

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JPMorgan Chase sues former executive Jes Staley over Jeffrey Epstein relationship

JPMorgan Chase sued former executive James Edward "Jes" Staley, who was largely responsible for JPMorgan's 15-year financial relationship with disgraced financier Jeffrey Epstein.

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The mothers supporting each other through child separation

A group of mothers are helping each other to cope with enforced separation from their children.

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Minnesota governor signs order protecting access to gender-affirming health care

Minnesota's Democratic Gov. Tim Walz signed an executive order Wednesday directing state agencies to take action to protect and support access to gender-affirming health care across the state.

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The Papers: Foreign workers drive and Lilibet becomes princess

Plans to attract workers from abroad and the christening of the Sussexes' daughter lead the papers.

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The female mayor in Tokyo fighting Japan's sexist attitudes

In a country with just two women in its cabinet, Satoko Kishimoto is trying to change the culture.

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The haters and conspiracy theorists back on Twitter

A BBC Monitoring investigation has found hundreds of reinstated accounts on Twitter promoting abuse and misinformation.

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Ukraine says its forces continue to repel Russian attacks on Bakhmut

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A Navy Reservist on January 6 is convicted of obstructing Congress during US Capitol attack

A man who was serving in the Navy Reserves when he participated in the January 6, 2021 attack on the US Capitol was convicted Tuesday of all five counts he faced for his actions that day.

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Five women sue Texas over abortion access

The plaintiffs said they were denied healthcare as they faced grave risks to themselves and their foetus.

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The Papers: Sunak 'lays down law' and Lineker's 'Nazi jibe'

The government's asylum plans and Gary Lineker's comparison of them to 30s Germany lead the papers.

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Mexican president: Those who are responsible will be punished

The two Americans who authorities say were kidnapped in Mexico and found dead have been identified as Shaeed Woodard and Zindell Brown, a US official familiar with the ongoing investigation tells CNN. The two survivors have been identified as Latavia Washington McGee and Eric Williams, according to the source. CNN's Rosa Flores has more.

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ChatGPT is coming to Slack

Next time you're wondering how to respond to a colleague on Slack, you may be able to ask ChatGPT for help.

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Egypt archaeology: Dig unearths smiling mini-sphinx which may represent Claudius

The artefact found in the Hathor Temple is thought to represent the Roman Emperor Claudius.

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Opinion: Judy Heumann opened America's eyes to disability rights

I met Judy Heumann when I was 6. Having disabled women like my mom, my godmother Ann Cupolo Freeman and her best friend, Judy Heumann, in my life from a young age really had an impact on my sense of self. Their advocacy each had different styles and expressions, but the fact that they believed we had a right to equality, a right to be treated with respect and a right to be included in all things was something quickly embedded into my DNA.

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DeSantis' agenda, and potential campaign platform, in the spotlight as Florida lawmakers return to work

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The Papers: Law to stop small boats and Johnson 'to make dad a Sir'

Plans to end migrant Channel crossings and claims the ex-PM wants his father to be knighted lead the papers.

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Chris Mason: Chance for progress on small boats - but can PM deliver?

Rishi Sunak has asked to be judged on tackling Channel crossings but there are no easy solutions.

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Scottish Prison Service faces first UK prosecution for corporate homicide

Police are asked to examine whether Scotland's prison service has corporate responsibility over the death of Allan Marshall.

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Two-year wait or £3K for cataract op - patients opt for private

Long waits for surgery mean more people are using savings or loans to pay for private treatment.

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Europe will start charging for entry in 2024

This week in travel news: The European Commission will start charging for a new visa waiver scheme next year, plus our pick of Croatian and Italian destinations and new Asian hotels.

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Flight attendant's secrets to surviving long flights

Any air travel can be stressful, but facing down a long-haul flight can be especially intimidating.

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Crash Landing On You: What binds the magnificent worlds of K-dramas and Bollywood

It's tempting to draw comparisons between the two styles - but how similar are they?

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99% of people got this trivia question wrong

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Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden: 'I was seen as a risk'

Strictly Come Dancing's Amy Dowden on navigating the industry while managing Crohn's disease.

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Hong Kong model's death, dismemberment resurfaces memories of past horrors

The postcard image of Hong Kong is one of glitzy skyscrapers against lush mountains, dim sum restaurants and investment bankers in suits.

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You can live on a cruise ship for $30K a year

Have you ever dreamed of giving it all up, leaving it all behind and hitting the road to escape all your responsibilities?

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King's Coronation: Pubs to stay open longer in England and Wales

People in England and Wales will get served for an extra two hours to mark King Charles III's coronation.

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Travel roundup: Europe will start charging for entry in 2024

This week in travel news: The European Commission will start charging for a new visa waiver scheme next year, plus our pick of Croatian and Italian destinations and new Asian hotels.

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Paris St-Germain 4-2 Nantes: Kylian Mbappe scores club-record goal as Ligue 1 leaders win

Kylian Mbappe scores a club-record 201st goal for Paris St-Germain in an entertaining win over Nantes in Ligue 1.

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Politicians in this country next to Russia want to pass controversial law. A fight broke out in parliament

A debate turned physical as MPs discussed a controversial law which would require any organizations receiving more than 20% of their funding from overseas to register as a "foreign agent."

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Xi Jinping is unveiling a new deputy - why it matters

The incumbent premier Li Keqiang will give way to a Xi loyalist at an annual meeting of lawmakers.

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Jim Jordan says 'dozens' of federal whistleblowers have come forward, but Democrats are raising questions about their legitimacy

In his quest to prove the federal government has been "weaponized" against conservatives, Republican House Judiciary Chairman Jim Jordan has touted the allegations of what he claims are "dozens" of whistleblowers who have come to his office with stories of discrimination and bias.

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Opinion: The recipe for Ron DeSantis' success

The 2018 midterm elections were terrible for the Republican Party. The GOP lost 41 seats in the House of Representatives, and Democrats beat GOP candidates by more than 10 million votes — the largest raw vote margin in a House midterm election ever. Democrats also gained seven governorships that year.

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See Marjorie Taylor Greene's reaction when GOP official corrects her lies

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) continued to spread false information about the 2020 election at a congressional hearing and attempted to discredit Gabriel Sterling, a Republican election official from Georgia. Sterling speaks with Anderson Cooper about the exchange and discusses why Taylor Greene continues to lie about the 2020 election.

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Walgreens will not distribute abortion pill in 20 states

Walgreens on Friday said it will not distribute abortion medication in 20 states, bowing to pressure from anti-abortion lawmakers and lawsuits targeting the legality of medication abortion.

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King's coronation oil will be animal-cruelty free

A new version of sacred oil to be used at the King's coronation has been consecrated in Jerusalem.

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Jim Jordan's first FBI whistleblowers face scrutiny from skeptical Democrats

In his quest to prove the federal government has been "weaponized" against conservatives, Republican House Judiciary Chairman Jim Jordan has touted the allegations of what he claims are "dozens" of whistleblowers who have come to his office with stories of discrimination and bias.

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'My Friday prison release led to a disastrous mistake'

Marc Conway is backing a new law that aims to cut reoffending by ending Friday prison releases.

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Lea Michele's 'Funny Girl' run to end as Broadway musical plans to close later this year

After a whirlwind and drama-filled ride, "Funny Girl" has an end in sight.

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Robotaxi tech improves but can they make money?

Despite setbacks, robotaxi services from Cruise and Waymo are making progress, but will they make money?

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Florida resident dies from brain-eating amoeba

Officials suspect the victim was infected after rinsing their nasal sinuses with public tap water.

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500 Words: BBC Breakfast to relaunch children's writing competition

500 Words is set to return this year, with the backing of the Queen Consort and Sir Lenny Henry.

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Lightfoot's loss makes Chicago the latest major city to face mayoral test over crime

Lori Lightfoot rode into the Chicago mayor's office in 2019 as a reform candidate, offering a break from the city's clubby political scene while making history as the first Black woman and first out gay person to hold the office as she won all 50 wards.

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Send: Special educational needs children in England to receive more help

Earlier diagnoses and more special school places are part of reforms to England's system of support.

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US condemns Israel far right minister's call for Palestinian town 'to be erased'

Israel's far-right finance minister's call for a Palestinian town "to be erased" was harshly condemned by US State Department spokesperson Ned Price on Wednesday, who described the comments as "repugnant" and "irresponsible."

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Kennel video 'changed everything' in Murdaugh double murder case, prosecutor says

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Biden could face first veto decision if Democrats join Republicans in overturning DC crime law

Multiple Democrats are undecided about how they will vote on a measure that would overturn a rewriting of Washington, DC's criminal code, which critics have argued is soft on violent criminals.

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Grimsby teenager sentenced over 100mph police chase ending in crash

Oliver Clark, 19, from Grimsby, admits dangerous driving and is given a suspended jail sentence.

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