World War II veteran honored with Congressional Gold Medal at 95th birthday party
Click here for updates on this story BEAVERTON, OR (KPTV) — On the night before Veterans Day, family and friends…
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Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak says Apple Card discriminated against his wife
The New York Department of Financial Services is looking into allegations of gender discrimination against users of the Apple Card, which is…
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There’s a hidden consequence of climate change: A deadly virus that’s killing key marine species
Climate change means melting ice and habitat loss for animals in the Arctic. But there’s an invisible side effect of warming temperatures and…
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UK man runs marathon in every country in the world
If you’ve ever wondered who runs the world, it turns out it’s a man called Nick Butter. Butter, 30, has become the first person to…
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The truly frightening thing about Nikki Haley’s big revelation
In her forthcoming book about her time in the Trump White House, former US ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley claims that she was recruited…
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A WWII veteran wows the audience at an NBA game with his harmonica rendition of the National Anthem
The Cleveland Cavaliers dispatched the New York Knicks 108-87 last night. But the best performance of the night may have come before the game even…
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Billionaire Jamie Dimon agrees with Elizabeth Warren on this one point
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon believes some politicians are giving people the wrong impression of him. He’s a champion of the middle-class,…
Continue Reading The truly frightening thing about Nikki Haley’s big revelation
In her forthcoming book about her time in the Trump White House, former US ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley claims that she was recruited…
Continue Reading A Russian professor was pulled from a river. Police said a woman’s arms were found in his rucksack
Russian law enforcement agencies are questioning a prominent historian over the death of a former student in the city of St. Petersburg, in a case…
Continue Reading El misterio de la taza de café de ‘Game of Thrones’ se profundiza después de que una estrella negara su responsabilidad
(CNN) — La serie Game of Thrones terminó en mayo con crÃticas divididas. Pero, seis meses después del final, una trama secundaria de la serie…
Continue Reading High-profile White Helmets backer found dead in Istanbul
A high-profile supporter of the “White Helmets” group, officially known as Syria Civil Defense, has been found dead in Istanbul,…
Continue Reading Marijuana use is rising among young adults, especially college students, study shows
Marijuana use among young adults, especially college students, has been steadily increasing, and the numbers are pretty high, according to a new…
Continue Reading Fans, friends and Broadway pay tribute to 13-year-old actress Laurel Griggs
A shining light, a distinct talent, a loving person. That’s how Laurel Griggs, the 13-year-old actress who died last week, is being remembered.…
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How DACA landed before the Supreme Court
On Tuesday, the nation’s highest court will hear oral arguments in a case challenging how the Trump administration ended an Obama-era program…
Continue Reading A Michigan woman called a friend to say she was in a shootout in October, police say. She hasn’t been seen since
A Michigan woman called her friend to say she was involved in a shootout with two men in October, police said. She hasn’t been seen since.…
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‘Game of Thrones’ coffee cup mystery deepens after star denies responsibility
Game of Thrones’ eight-year run ended in May to decidedly mixed reviews. But, six months on, a subplot from the series is still fascinating…
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ABC-7 First Alert: Cold front brings wind, rain and a big drop in temperatures on Veterans Day
The ABC-7 StormTrack Weather team has issued an ABC-7 First Alert for changes in the forecast beginning late Veterans Day. Monday will bring a big…
Continue Reading Uber CEO called Jamal Khashoggi’s murder a ‘mistake.’ Now he’s trying to put it right
Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi has reportedly tried to clarify his description of journalist Jamal Khashoggi’s murder as a “mistake” by…
Continue Reading Asà reacciona el mundo a la renuncia de Evo Morales como presidente de Bolivia
(CNN Español) — El presidente de Bolivia, Evo Morales, anunció su renuncia al cargo este domingo, tras varias semanas de protestas en el paÃs y…
Continue Reading Veterans served to protect our country. Here’s where they can get served with deals and freebies today
Observed annually in the United States on November 11, Veterans Day is a holiday to honor and remember those who have served in the armed forces. To…
Continue Reading A 5-year-old boy wanted a McDonald’s Happy Meal. So a police officer delivered it
When 5-year-old Charlie Skabelund called 911, he had what you could call a serious emergency for a little boy: he needed a McDonald’s Happy…
Continue Reading Republicans push diversions and distractions ahead of this week’s televised impeachment hearings
Two days before televised impeachment hearings begin, Donald Trump’s allies are peddling a smokescreen of conspiracy theories and distractions,…
Continue Reading The biggest week yet in the House impeachment investigation is here
The most important week so far of the impeachment inquiry is here. Democrats will take their case to the American people that President Donald Trump…
Continue Reading Longtime GOP Rep. Peter King announces retirement
Longtime GOP Rep. Peter King announced on Monday he will not seek another term in office, becoming the latest in a growing list of Republicans who…
Continue Reading Giuliani’s globetrotting complicates US foreign policy
When Brazil’s far-right President Jair Bolsonaro traveled to New York for the United Nations General Assembly in September, he was recovering…
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Streetcars losing money, ridership levels below expectations after 1st year in El Paso
EL PASO, Texas — Ursula Breckinriege loves riding the streetcar. “It’s just so convenient, just beautiful,” she said. “Comfortable and relaxing and…
Continue Reading The moment of truth for Democrats arrives Wednesday
A crucial phase of the impeachment investigation begins with public hearings Wednesday. House Democrats on the Intelligence Committee are preparing…
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Disney heiress tells fellow boomers who are offended by the phrase ‘OK boomer’: Sit down and let the kids drive
Abigail Disney has a message for fellow Baby Boomers offended by the “OK boomer” trend: “How about you guys sit the [expletive]…
Continue Reading Kaiser Permanente CEO Bernard Tyson, an advocate for racial justice and workplace diversity, dies at 60
Bernard Tyson, the CEO of Kaiser Permanente, died in his sleep early Sunday at the age of 60, the company confirmed to CNN Business. Tyson had served…
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