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Greenhouses are becoming more popular, but there’s little research on how to protect workers

From opposite ends of the world, the uncomfortable conditions Shamim Ahamed and Purvi Tiwari experienced doing separate Ph.D. research inside…

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‘Longlegs’ star Maika Monroe’s secret to success in Hollywood is a healthy relationship to it

LOS ANGELES -- One of the few moments of levity in “Longlegs” — the Neon horror film in theaters now…

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Marine accused of flashing a Nazi salute during the Capitol riot gets almost 5 years in prison

A Marine who stormed the U.S. Capitol and apparently flashed a Nazi salute in front of the building was sentenced…

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Russia convicts US journalist of spying in a trial widely seen as politically motivated

2024-07-20 14:15:02 YEKATERINBURG, Russia (AP) — Wall Street Journal reporter Evan Gershkovich was convicted Friday of espionage and sentenced to…

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The Grateful Dead and Francis Ford Coppola are among the newest Kennedy Center Honors recipients

WASHINGTON -- An iconoclastic filmmaking legend and one of the world's most enduring musical acts headline this year's crop of…

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Clark, Reese on same team at WNBA All-Star weekend and in spotlight in matchup against Olympic team

2024-07-20 10:05:03 PHOENIX (AP) — Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese will once again step into the spotlight during All-Star Weekend…

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NOT REAL NEWS: A look at what didn’t happen this week

A roundup of some of the most popular but completely untrue stories and visuals of the week. None of these…

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Alabama birthing units are closing to save money and get funding. Some say babies are at risk

GROVE HILL, Ala. -- One of the last remaining birthing units in southern Alabama will close next month to qualify…

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University of Florida president Ben Sasse is resigning after his wife was diagnosed with epilepsy

2024-07-19 23:00:02 ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — University of Florida president Ben Sasse, a controversial pick almost two years ago when…

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15 months after his firing, Tucker Carlson returns to Fox News airwaves with a GOP convention speech

2024-07-19 19:50:02 NEW YORK -- Tucker Carlson returned to Fox News' airwaves 15 months after being unceremoniously fired, seen Thursday…

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Nebraska governor seeks shift to sales taxes to ease high property taxes. Not everyone is on board

LINCOLN, Neb. -- Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen has announced a broad tax plan for an upcoming special legislative session that…

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2024 Election Latest: Trump accepts his GOP nomination on the convention’s final night

2024-07-19 10:00:02 The Republican National Convention has culminated Thursday with former President Donald Trump 's acceptance of the party’s presidential…

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Comedian Bob Newhart dies at 94

2024-07-19 08:25:02 LOS ANGELES (AP) — Bob Newhart, the deadpan accountant-turned-comedian who became one of the most popular TV stars…

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FACT FOCUS: Trump, in Republican convention video, alludes to false claim 2020 election was stolen

DONALD TRUMP, alluding that the 2020 vote was stolen: “Whether you vote early, absentee, by mail or in person, we…

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Appeals court refuses to lift order blocking rule meant to expand protections for LGBTQ+ students

FRANKFORT, Ky. -- A federal appeals court on Wednesday refused to lift a judge's order temporarily blocking the Biden administration’s…

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Barstool owner rescued by Coast Guard after losing control of boat off Nantucket

The owner and founder of Barstool Sports lost control of a boat off Massachusetts before being rescued by the U.S.…

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Stock market today: Wall Street holds a bit firmer following Wednesday’s rout for tech stocks

2024-07-18 21:35:02 NEW YORK (AP) — Wall Street is holding a bit steadier Thursday following the worst day for big…

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Ex-Trump adviser Peter Navarro, just released from prison, gets roaring applause at RNC

2024-07-18 20:10:03 MILWAUKEE -- Former Trump trade adviser Peter Navarro took the stage at the Republican National Convention to enthusiastic…

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Ingrid Andress apologizes for panned anthem rendition at MLB Home Run Derby, saying she was drunk and will get treatment

Ingrid Andress apologizes for panned anthem rendition at MLB Home Run Derby, saying she was drunk and will get treatment

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Emmy nominations 2024: ‘Shogun’ leads, ‘The Bear’ sets record

2024-07-18 10:25:01 LOS ANGELES (AP) — “The Bear” went on a tear at Wednesday morning’s Emmy nominations with a comedy-series…

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