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The week's bestselling books, Feb. 23
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Book excerpt: "Resolute" by Benjamin Hall
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McConnell announces retirement from the Senate
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Shiri Bibas not among bodies returned from Gaza, Israel says, accusing Hamas of ‘serious violation’
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Kamala Harris receives prestigious Chairman’s prize at NAACP Image Awards
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Kamala Harris receives prestigious Chairman's prize at NAACP Image Awards
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Outcry as Trump withdraws support for research that mentions ‘climate’
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Judge Extends Block on N.I.H. Medical Research Cuts
A federal judge in Massachusetts indicated she would move quickly to consider a more lasting injunction after hearing a laundry list of potential adverse effects of the Trump administration move to ...The New York Times - 1d -
Dirk 'disappointed and sad' for Luka after trade
Mavericks legend and Basketball Hall of Famer Dirk Nowitzki admitted he was shocked that Dallas decided to trade Luka Doncic.ESPN - 10h -
'Locked in' Luka explodes as Lakers win in Denver
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Mitch McConnell announces he will not seek reelection
Longtime Republican Sen. Mitch McConnell confirmed reports he will not seek reelection next year.ABC News - 2d -
Bears announce Ben Johnson's full coaching staff
New Bears head coach Ben Johnson has assembled his full staff for the 2025 season.Yahoo Sports - 2d -
Radisson announces hotel openings and revamps in Spain and Portugal
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Bettman to announce 1st-round picks for 1st time
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With Truth Social, Trump Has Official Mouthpiece and a Channel for Revenue
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How many people over 100 receive Social Security benefits?
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White House Social Media Accounts Post Shocking Deportation Memes
The Trump administration used the White House’s official social media accounts to post a political themed message for Valentine’s Day.The New York Times - 1d -
President Trump should combine extending tax cuts with fixing Social Security
It would be good fiscal policy and probably good politicsMarketWatch - 1d -
Fired Park Rangers Try to ‘Open Some Hearts’ on Social Media
Some rangers decided it was worth the risk to speak out online about their firings and share their love of the National Park Service.The New York Times - 1d -
Dirk Nowitzki opens up on Luka Dončić trade: 'I'll never be a Lakers fan, but I'll always be a Luka fan'
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GOP privacy hawks brush off concerns about DOGE data dives
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With ‘Paper Doll,’ Dylan Mulvaney Wrote the Book on Girlhood. Now What?
Her bubbly video diaries about her gender transition were once a study in oversharing. Now on the other side of a nationwide boycott, she sees the value in keeping some things to herself.The New York Times - 3d -
Concerns for ceasefire as Israel accuses Hamas of breaking promise to return hostage remains
Israel says Hamas is violating the ceasefire deal over the return of hostage remains. Israel identified the bodies of a 4-year-old and his 9-month-old brother, but forensic tests revealed a third ...CBS News - 1d -
US stocks dip amid concerns over tariffs and consumer belt-tightening
All three major stock indexes moved decisively lower, extending sell-off in wake of dour economic reports. US stocks tumbled on Friday, extending a sell-off in the wake of dour economic reports and ...The Guardian - 1d -
Wall Street sees major drop amid concerns over slowing economy
Wall Street saw a dramatic drop on Friday with the Dow Jones plunging nearly 750 points, and the S&P 500 and Nasdaq falling sharply amid fears of a slowing economy and stubborn inflation. CNBC’s ...NBC News - 22h -
NIH Research Grants Lag Behind Last Year’s by $1 Billion
After weeks of disruption to scientific federal grants, the National Institutes of Health has fallen behind in funding research into treatments for deadly diseases.The New York Times - 4d -
Texas lawmaker moves to outlaw medical research on corpses without consent
A Texas lawmaker horrified by an NBC News investigation into a medical school that profited from the bodies of the poor moved this week to ban the practice.NBC News - 2d -
Trump Administration Stalls Scientific Research Despite Court Ruling
Using an arcane law, officials have effectively delayed funding from the National Institutes of Health, leaving medical studies in jeopardy.The New York Times - 1d -
Judge Extends Block to Huge Cuts in National Institutes of Health Research Funding
Healthcare organizations and 22 states have sued to stop the cuts. The case is expected to reach the Supreme Court.Inc. - 1d -
Researcher shows "dramatic" change in Norway glacier ice levels
A new study this week in the Nature journal found mountain glaciers are melting more than twice as rapidly as in the early 2000s. They lost more than 600 billion tons of ice in 2023 when David ...CBS News - 1d -
Trump administration fires workers at NIH Alzheimer's research center
The center's incoming director was among those terminated.ABC News - 16h -
Dickson Despommier Dies at 84; Championed Farming in Skyscrapers
A Columbia microbiologist, he popularized “vertical farming” — raising crops in tall buildings — to remediate climate change and feed more people.The New York Times - 3d -
World champion Dubois out of Parker fight with illness
Heavyweight Daniel Dubois' world title defence against Joseph Parker on Saturday is in doubt with reports that the champion is ill.BBC News - 2d -
Earps on PSG move: Champions made in silence
England goalkeeper Mary Earps has said she appreciates having the space to grow as a footballer away from the spotlight after her move to PSG.ESPN - 1d
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