A Congolese governor says at least 78 people died when an overcrowded boat with 278 passengers capsized on Lake Kivu
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Jay J. Armes, Private Eye With a Superhero Story, Dies at 92
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A gang in Haiti has killed more than 20 and injured dozens after raiding a small town, official says
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Nibi the 'diva' beaver to stay at rescue center, Massachusetts governor decides
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Dozens of migrants still missing off Djibouti's coast after smugglers forced them out of boats
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Woman's husband was standing on the porch when their house floated away
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Israeli Airstrike Kills At Least 18 People in the West Bank
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Who Is Hashem Safieddine, the Latest Hezbollah Official Targeted by Israel?
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Here's everything to expect when the September jobs report is released Friday
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When shipping containers lost at sea burst open, what happens?
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When the North Carolina Mountains Become Hurricane Alley
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GOP rep: Pence's life 'wasn't really in peril' when Trump said 'So what?'
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When Monet and Turner Found Beauty in London’s Toxic Fog
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Palestinian Health Ministry says 14 people killed in an Israeli strike in refugee camp in West Bank
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At least 78 people died when a boat with 278 on board capsized in eastern Congo, official says
A Congolese governor says at least 78 people have died when an overcrowded boat with 278 passengers capsized on Lake Kivu in eastern Congo8 hours ago -
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Masamitsu Yoshioka, Last Pearl Harbor Bombardier, Dies at 106
He was 23 years old when he took part in the attack that triggered America’s declaration of war against Japan. He rarely spoke publicly about it.9 hours ago -
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A Congolese governor says at least 78 people died when an overcrowded boat with 278 passengers capsized on Lake Kivu
A Congolese governor says at least 78 people died when an overcrowded boat with 278 passengers capsized on Lake Kivu9 hours ago -
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Patrick Mahomes: When I saw the replay, I felt like s—t that I hit Rashee Rice
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Ron Hale, soap actor from 'Ryan's Hope' and 'General Hospital,' dies at 78
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Rare whale died of chronic entanglement in Maine fishing gear
Federal authorities say a rare whale found dead off Massachusetts earlier this year died as a result of entanglement in Maine lobster fishing gear11 hours ago -
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Voters in 13 states have less than a week to register. When is your deadline?
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'Found' brings missing marginalized people into the spotlight
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Sterling plunges more than 1% against the dollar, euro after Bank of England governor's comments on rates
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Recording Academy boots Grammy voters. CEO says awards should be decided by 'relevant music people'
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Witnesses say a boat with scores of passengers capsized on Lake Kivu in eastern Congo, killing at least 50
Witnesses say a boat with scores of passengers capsized on Lake Kivu in eastern Congo, killing at least 5015 hours ago -
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Another Woman Dies in Childbirth at Woodhull Hospital in Brooklyn
After the death of a 24-year-old woman, Woodhull Hospital could face questions, for the third time since 2020, about the safety of its labor and delivery floor.15 hours ago -
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Interest rate cuts could be more aggressive, Bank of England governor says
Governor Andrew Bailey hints that borrowing costs could come down faster if inflation stays in line.16 hours ago -
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At least 26 die from alcohol poisoning in Iran
At least 26 people died in Iran after drinking alcoholic beverages that contained toxic methanol in recent days, state media said.17 hours ago - Iran -
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Why do so many LGBTQ+ people still have to snatch moments of affection when we know others aren’t looking? | Sophie Wilkinson
When less than half of us feel safe holding our partner’s hand in public, true equality is still out of reach. You can’t move for representations of LGBTQ+ people now, apparently. There are many of ...17 hours ago -
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Estate planning has become more urgent for rich people as the election nears. That’s why tax laws need fixing, critics say.
Wealthy families’ focus on the estate tax is fodder for critics of the U.S. tax system and a preview of the fierce debate coming when the Trump tax cuts sunset.18 hours ago -
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Deadly Israeli airstrikes on Beirut leave at least six dead, Lebanese officials say
Israel bombed targets in Beirut in the early hours of Thursday including the Bachoura neighborhood, which is in the heart of the city and just walking distance of the Lebanese prime minister’s ...19 hours ago - Israel -
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When You Need to Make a Career Shift
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