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KFAR AZA, Israel — Just beyond the gate, past a row of destroyed and burned-out homes, one can see the ruined buildings in the northern portions of Ga

Popular singer shot dead by hitmen in Peru, prompting state of emergency in capital over extortion killings
Peru announced a state of emergency late Sunday in the capital Lima over a wave of killings linked to extortion. The move came after singer Paul Flor

Democracy Is on the Line in Israel and America Right Now
Are we seeing the slow-motion collapse of the rule of law in the United States and Israel at the same time? It is too early to answer that question, b

New details about Gene Hackman's death could impact his estate
SANTA FE, N.M. -- New details about the deaths of actor Gene Hackman and his wife could impact how his estate is handled, according to officials.

Will Smith announces first full-length album release in 20 years
PHILADELPHIA -- Will Smith is returning to his first love. The actor who rose to fame as a rapper announced he has a new album coming. Over the w

Schumer book tour reportedly postponed for security concerns
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) has reportedly put a tour promoting his forthcoming book Antisemitism in America: A Warning on hold, “as

FEMA doesn’t need to release funds to upgrade U.S. emergency alert system, judge finds
FEMA doesn’t need to release funds to upgrade U.S. emergency alert system, judge finds The nonprofit Corporation for Public Broadcasting sued the Fed

New Mexico court blocks release of photos, bodycam video of bodies of Gene Hackman, Betsy Arakawa
A New Mexico court on Monday blocked the release of police bodycam video and other images that show the bodies of Gene Hackman and his wife, Betsy Ar

Rwanda-backed M23 rebels pull out of peace talks with Congo after EU sanctions
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French politician says US should give back Statue of Liberty. White House says 'absolutely not'
A French politician who is a member of the European Parliament is making some waves across the Atlantic after he said the United States should give ba

The Justice Department and FBI announce a new task force to target Hamas over Oct. 7 attack
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Aid group in Haiti temporarily shutters hospital after gangs attack convoy evacuating medical staff
SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico (AP) — Doctors Without Borders said Monday that four of its vehicles came under fire while they evacuated staff from a hospital

ICE violated rights of a US citizen and 21 others during arrests, Chicago activists allege
CHICAGO (AP) — Federal immigration agents violated the rights of 22 people, including a U.S. citizen, in immigration enforcement arrests during the fi

Iguanas likely crossed the Pacific millions of years ago on a record-setting rafting trip – Winnipeg Free Press
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Arkansas city boasts world’s shortest St. Patrick’s Day parade
Cities like New York and Chicago boast some of the largest St. Patrick's Day parades, attracting thousands of revelers and plenty of green beer

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Shopping for a new home? Ready to renovate your kitchen or install a new deck? You'll be paying more to do so. The Trump administration’s tariffs on

Prince Harry immigration records must be made public, U.S. federal judge rules
The Department of Homeland Security has until the end of Tuesday to comply with a federal judge's order and release Prince Harry's immigration recor

North Macedonia nightclub fire sparks outrage, disbelief and calls for punishment
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Donald Trump vows to hold Iran responsible for Houthi attacks
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PepsiCo buys Poppi to gain a foothold in functional drinks
PepsiCo said Monday it's acquiring the prebiotic soda brand Poppi for $1.95 billion. The acquisition gives PepsiCo a fast-growing brand in the popula

Harvard expands its financial aid
Harvard University on Monday announced that tuition will be free for students from families with annual incomes of $200,000 or less starting in the 20

Legal battle underway over Trump admin deportations of alleged gang members
A wartime law known as the "Alien Enemies Act" is getting a lot of attention after President Trump invoked it for the first time since World War II.

Trump to speak with Putin about peace deal in Ukraine
President Trump is expected to speak with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday about a potential peace deal to stop the fighting in Ukraine.

Danes angry with Trump's threats boycott U.S. goods with fervor
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Trump to take tour, attend board meeting at Kennedy Center
WASHINGTON -- President Donald Trump on Monday will visit the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, where he'll take a tour and attend a bo

Peruvian fisherman found alive after 95 days lost at sea
A Peruvian fisherman has been found alive in the Pacific Ocean after spending 95 days lost at sea, Peru's state news agency Andina reported Saturday.
Chick-fil-A tests new menu items in four cities
(KSWB/KUSI) — Chick-fil-A has begun testing new menu items in four cities across the country, including both coasts. The company is known for its chi
No, the US won't be returning the Statue of Liberty to France
PARIS (AP) — Hey, America: Give the Statue of Liberty back to France. So says a French politician who is making headlines in his country for suggesti