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• How did Bob Menendez react to his sentencing in the courtroom?

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  Former Sen. Bob Menendez sentenced to 11 years in prison in gold bar bribery case

  Former Sen. Bob Menendez is scheduled to be sentenced on bribery and corruption charges in federal court in New York, where prosecutors are recommending he serve 15 years behind bars.
  
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• How to buy gold bars

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• Are 1-ounce gold bars liquid assets?

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  How Biden tarnished his own legacy

  The 46th president had his accomplishments - but for now these are partly overshadowed by certain missteps
  
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  How Jack Smith destroyed his own case against Trump

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  The Hill - Jan. 11

• How much does it cost to insure 1-ounce gold bars in 2025?

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  How Jimmy Carter Launched His Career and Cemented His Legacy in Atlanta

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  The New York Times - Jan. 5
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  Halal tech: how Muslim-friendly websites and apps blossomed in 2024

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  With Sweeping Executive Orders, Trump Tests Local Control of Schools

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  U.S. Economy Grew 2.3 Percent in Fourth Quarter

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  What Israel’s UNRWA Ban Could Mean for Palestinians

  Legislation that goes into effect on Thursday bars UNRWA from operating in the country. That will affect aid delivery to Gaza and beyond.
  
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