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Cassie Porter, Nasa Hataoka share LPGA lead through 36 holes in China
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Female students mark International Women's day by leading protests in Serbia against corruption
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Watkins scores 31 to lead No. 2 USC past Indiana 84-79 and into the Big Ten Tournament semifinals
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Nique Clifford scores career-high 36 to lead Colorado State over Boise State 83-73
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Ice arrests Palestinian activist who helped lead Columbia protests, lawyer says
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ICE arrests activist who helped lead pro-Palestinian protests at Columbia University
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West Virginia hangs on to beat UCF 72-65 after almost blowing 25-point second-half lead
Javon Small scored 25 points, freshman Jonathan Powell scored 12 of his 15 in the second half and West Virginia held off UCF 72-65 on Saturday after nearly blowing a 25-point lead in the final 20 ...ABC News - 1d -
Rubio and homeland security confirm arrest of Palestinian activist who helped lead Columbia protests
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Trump to lead task force for 2026 World Cup
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Bueckers, Watkins lead women's Wooden ballot
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Jobs lost and lifesaving cures not discovered: Possible impacts of research cuts
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Bourbon is out, patriotism is in - how Canadians are facing US threats head on
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How Mayor Eric Adams Lost New York City
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‘Game changer’: German spending plans lift bond market’s growth forecasts
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Why Social Security’s Future Could Be in DOGE’s Hands
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New Mexico judge who presided over Alec Baldwin's trial is set to retire
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No. 11 Duke women top Louisville 61-48, will face No. 6 Notre Dame in ACC Tournament semifinal
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Sony Music says over 75,000 items removed in battle against AI deepfakes
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How Dan Bongino Would Run the F.B.I., According to Dan Bongino
The newly appointed deputy director of the F.B.I. has a long history of criticizing the bureau and its leadership. He has promised “dramatic change.”The New York Times - 3d -
Trump administration briefing: US backs Russia ahead of G7, Republican spending bill boosts defense
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Willis leads Tulsa against Wichita State after 22-point performance
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Salah seals comeback win for Liverpool against Southampton to stretch lead
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Hammond scores 19 points to lead Colorado past TCU 76-56
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AI frenzy leads US venture capital to biggest splurge in three years
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Trump’s Tactics Lead Americans to Question Role on World Stage
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With America First, the US can lead the world into a better future
International development is rooted in America’s greatness and goodness, and American strength is central to world peace.The Hill - 1h -
Want to cut Medicaid costs without hurting patients? Here’s an easy solution.
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