Why South Africa’s Rugby World Cup victory means so much more
In isolation it’s just a rugby match. The crescendo of a tournament resulting in a third etching of the words South Africa on a small golden…
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California authorities found and destroyed $1 billion worth of marijuana plants
A tip about supposedly legal hemp production led California investigators to fields of marijuana plants. About 10 million of them. The Kern County…
Continue Reading A foster mom was arrested in an adoption scheme and authorities say she used her adopted son as bait
A foster mom was arrested in an alleged adoption scheme after using her foster son as bait, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement said. Tina…
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China perfected fake meat centuries before the Impossible Burger
When 29-year-old Wang Jianguang was growing up in a poor neighborhood in China’s northern Shanxi province, his family would buy him chicken…
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Jimmy Carter tells church service he is ‘absolutely and completely at ease’ with death
Former President Jimmy Carter said Sunday that he found he “was absolutely and completely at ease with death” after doctors told him in…
Continue Reading In one year, we’ll know if Trump was a fluke or not
By this time next year, we’ll know whether President Donald Trump was a fluke or not. Today is one year out from the vote count that will be a…
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Man’s ear partially bitten off during knife attack at Hong Kong mall
Four people were injured during a knife attack outside a Hong Kong mall on Sunday, including a local politician whose ear was reported to have been…
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The whistleblower’s lawyer made Republicans an offer. Will they refuse?
An attorney for the anonymous whistleblower said Sunday he offered to have Republican lawmakers submit questions to his client directly without…
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About 1,500 gather for ‘A Voice Against Crime’ Walk in El Paso’s Lower Valley
EL PASO, Texas — About 1,500 people gathered for the 13th annual “A Voice against Crime” Walk hosted by El Paso County District Attorney Jamie…
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Licenses for US companies to sell to Huawei expected ‘shortly,’ says Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross
American companies who count Huawei as a customer may soon get a more permanent reprieve from US restrictions on selling to the Chinese tech giant.…
Continue Reading Start your Monday smart: Climate deal, impeachment, Roger Stone, Jerry Sandusky, NCAA
Here’s what you need to know to Start Your Week Smart. (You can also get “5 Things You Need to Know Today” delivered to your inbox…
Continue Reading From Washington’s fight to the front lines in Ukraine
On the front lines of Ukraine’s war with Russia, the conditions are basic and the enemy is close. At a Ukrainian position in the southeast of…
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Tres turistas caen en grieta del volcán Cotopaxi en Ecuador
(CNN Español) — Tres excursionistas extranjeros cayeron a una grieta en el volcán Cotopaxi la madrugada de este domingo, de acuerdo al Servicio…
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How often does Trump misspell words on Twitter? These researchers have an answer
“Shoebiz,” “hamberders,” “leightweight.” “Rupublicans.” “Infair.” President Donald Trump…
Continue Reading The symbolic perfection of Trump as a Florida man
Donald Trump and New York City used to be a perfect match. Both were brash, outspoken, greenback worshipping, tabloid icons obsessed with building…
Continue Reading Lawyer says whistleblower willing to answer written questions from Republicans
Mark Zaid, an attorney for the anonymous whistleblower whose allegations about President Donald Trump’s dealings with Ukraine ignited the House…
Continue Reading Pirates kidnap nine crew members from cargo ship off coast of Benin
Pirates boarded a shipping vessel and kidnapped nine crew members off the coast of Benin in West Africa early Saturday morning, according to J.J.…
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54-year-old man killed in Red Sands rollover crash
EL PASO, Texas –A 54-year-old man died after his SUV rolled over at Red Sands on Saturday night, according to the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office.…
Continue Reading Kanye West’s ‘Jesus Is King’ just became his ninth consecutive No. 1 album, tying Eminem’s record
With nine studio albums under his belt and no end in sight, it’s safe to say rapper and producer Kanye West is still riding the ultralight…
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Ethics complaint filed against El Paso City Council member Cassandra Hernandez
EL PASO, Texas — An ethics complaint has been filed against District 3 El Paso city Rep. Cassandra Hernandez. The complaint alleges Hernandez…
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Flights diverted as New Delhi chokes on heavy pollution
Flights to and from New Delhi’s international airport were delayed and diverted on Sunday as pollution reached “unbearable” levels,…
Continue Reading The 5 top 2020 stories you need to know this week
With 92 days until the Iowa caucuses and a record number of Democratic candidates, the 2020 election is already in full swing. Every Sunday, outline…
Continue Reading Wind and rain dislodge boat trapped on rocks above Niagara Falls for 101 years
A boat stuck on rocks above Niagara Falls for more than a century has been unmoored by high wind and heavy rains. Thursday’s harsh weather…
Continue Reading White House aide refusing to testify was on the Trump-Ukraine call when Mulvaney wasn’t
The House committees leading the impeachment inquiry are hoping to hear from Robert Blair, an assistant to President Donald Trump and senior adviser…
Continue Reading Gobierno de El Salvador expulsa al cuerpo diplomático de Maduro y Venezuela responde
(CNN Español) — El gobierno de El Salvador expulsó al cuerpo diplomático del cuestionado presidente de Venezuela Nicolás Maduro. La decisión…
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Borderland spiritual leaders gather for annual mass along U.S./Mexico border
EL PASO, Texas — An annual tradition on the U.S./Mexico border. The message uniting communities, not dividing them. Spiritual leaders…
Continue Reading Texas man dies after falling down a mountain
A 60-year-old Texas man died in a climbing accident while descending a mountain near Leavenworth, Washington, on Thursday, according to the Chelan…
Continue Reading The Popeyes chicken sandwich is back and people are losing their minds
The day has finally come. The sorely-missed Popeyes chicken sandwich is back and people are acting ridiculous. Drive-thru lines are stretching into…
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CBD wellness boom expands to Borderland businesses
EL PASO, Texas — Nanette Lattimer-Gamboa can’t do her job without her hands. When she began suffering from rheumatoid arthritis, her work, as a…
Continue Reading Murder suspects escape Northern California jail
Two suspects escaped from a Northern California jail early Sunday, the Monterey County Sheriff’s Office said. Santos Samuel Fonseca, 21, and…
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