Jordan bows to Palestinian pressure and pulls ‘sperm smuggling’ film
From Andrew Carey and Abeer Salman Jordan has withdrawn its entry to the Oscars after criticism that the film “Amira” was disrespectful…
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Starbucks workers agree to union in Buffalo, NY
By DEE-ANN DURBIN and CAROLYN THOMPSON Associated Press BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) — Starbucks workers at a store in Buffalo, New York, voted to unionize…
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CNN Editorial Research Here is a look at the life of Ahmed Qorei, former prime minister of the Palestinian National Authority. Personal Birth date:…
Continue Reading NY attorney general seeks Trump’s testimony in civil probe
By MICHAEL R. SISAK Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — New York’s attorney general is seeking former President Donald Trump’s testimony in an…
Continue Reading School district faces two $100M suits after Oxford shootings
By COREY WILLIAMS and MIKE HOUSEHOLDER Associated Press SOUTHFIELD, Mich. (AP) — Two lawsuits seeking $100 million each have been filed against a…
Continue Reading Uyghur tribunal rules that China ‘committed genocide’ against the Uyghurs and other ethnic minorities
CNN By Tara John, Nectar Gan and Steve George, CNN A London-based independent tribunal has ruled that China committed genocide against Uyghurs and…
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New Zealand plans to ban smoking for the next generation
NEW ZEALAND MINISTRY OF HEALTH By Rhea Mogul, CNN New Zealand plans to outlaw smoking for the next generation so they will never be legally able to…
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Reality TV’s Josh Duggar convicted of child porn possession
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP) — A federal jury in Arkansas has convicted former reality TV star Josh Duggar of downloading and possessing child…
Continue Reading Why changing the definition of ‘fully vaccinated’ could be difficult
By Jacqueline Howard, CNN The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention might consider redefining what it means to be “fully…
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US expands Pfizer COVID boosters, opens extra dose to age 16
By LAURAN NEERGAARD and MIKE STOBBE Associated Press The U.S. is expanding COVID-19 boosters, opening a third dose of Pfizer’s vaccine to…
Continue Reading Rare example of Roman crucifixion unearthed in UK
By Amy Woodyatt, CNN Archaeologists have unearthed what they believe is the first example of a crucifixion in northern Europe. The skeleton of a man…
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CNN Editorial Research Here is a look at the life of Pope Francis, the current pope and first non-European pontiff of the modern era. Personal Birth…
Continue Reading Uyghur tribunal rules that China ‘committed genocide’ against the Uyghurs and other ethnic minorities
By Tara John, Nectar Gan and Steve George, CNN A London-based independent tribunal has ruled that China committed genocide against Uyghurs and other…
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10 statistics about each state’s real estate market
Rent-to-own platform ZeroDown compiled current and historical data from the U.S. Census Bureau and the Department of Housing and Urban…
Continue Reading New Zealand plans to ban smoking for the next generation
By Rhea Mogul, CNN New Zealand plans to outlaw smoking for the next generation so they will never be legally able to buy tobacco in the country.…
Continue Reading Ukrainian military report says Russia boosted troops to 120,000 near border
By Matthew Chance, CNN Ukrainian defense officials say Russia has increased troop numbers near the Ukrainian border to 120,000 people, including…
Continue Reading Jury begins deliberating in Josh Duggar child porn trial
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. (AP) — A federal jury in Arkansas has begun deliberations in the trial of former reality TV star Josh Duggar, who is accused of…
Continue Reading Ex-Trump chief of staff Mark Meadows sues U.S. House Jan. 6 committee
WASHINGTON, DC — Former Trump White House chief of Staff Mark Meadows is suing the U.S. House select committee investigating the Jan. 6 Capitol…
Continue Reading An extinct reptile with a massive wingspan leapt 8 feet in the air to take off
By Megan Marples, CNN The bones of an extinct reptile tell a story of how this ancient creature took an 8-foot leap of faith in the air to take…
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Army Times details what caused National Guard’s border mission to fall apart
MCALLEN, Texas — A report Wednesday from Army Times details problems that plagued the National Guard in patrolling the U.S.-Mexico border in 2021.…
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CNN Editorial Research Here’s a look at Christmas, a popular Christian holiday celebrating the birth of Jesus Christ. Facts Celebrated December…
Continue Reading Ismail Haniyeh Fast Facts
CNN Editorial Research Here is a look at Ismail Haniyeh, Hamas leader in Gaza. Personal Birth date: 1962 Birth place: Shati refugee camp, near Gaza…
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CNN Editorial Research Here’s a look at the life of Angela Merkel, former chancellor of Germany. Personal Birth date: July 17, 1954 Birth…
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CNN Editorial Research Here is a look at the life of Hu Jintao, former president of the People’s Republic of China. Personal Birth date:…
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CNN Editorial Research Here is a look at the life of Edson Arantes do Nascimento, known as Pelé, a professional Brazilian football (soccer) player.…
Continue Reading Massive planet found orbiting 2 of the hottest, most massive stars
By Ashley Strickland, CNN A planet has been found orbiting in a double-star system that is so hot and massive that some astronomers didn’t…
Continue Reading France frees Saudi man after mistaking him for one of Jamal Khashoggi’s killers
By Pierre Bairin, Anaelle Jonah, Hamdi Alkhshali and Mostafa Salem, CNN French authorities have released a Saudi man detained on Tuesday, after…
Continue Reading Heavy rain triggered Indonesia’s volcano eruption. This could happen more
By Angela Dewan and Masrur Jamaluddin, CNN Indonesians are used to dealing with natural disasters. Their country sits on the Ring of Fire, a band…
Continue Reading Heavy rain triggered Indonesia’s volcano eruption. This could happen more
CNN, CNN INDONESIA, NATIONAL DISASTER MANAGEMENT AGENCY (BNPB) By Angela Dewan and Masrur Jamaluddin, CNN Indonesians are used to dealing with…
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India’s military chief, 12 others killed in helicopter crash
By SHEIKH SAALIQ and ASHOK SHARMA Associated Press NEW DELHI (AP) — India’s air force says the country’s military chief, Gen. Bipin Rawat, his…
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