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Hong Kong Democracy Advocates Charged Under National Security Law

Sunday, February 28, 2021

Authorities charged 47 people with violating a Chinese law aimed at suppressing dissent. The pro-democracy activists, arrested in early January, face life in prison.

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At Least 18 Killed By Myanmar Security Forces In Deadliest Day Since Coup

Sunday, February 28, 2021

Myanmar's military junta has increased its use of violence against peaceful protesters. At least 18 were killed Sunday, the deadliest day yet since the military took power earlier this month.

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Dozens Of Kidnapped Nigerian Students Freed; Hundreds Of Others Still Missing

Saturday, February 27, 2021

The students, who were taken from a school more than a week ago, say they were beaten by the kidnappers. Police are still looking for hundreds of schoolgirls kidnapped Friday.

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As Myanmar Mourns Slain Protesters, Military Junta Threatens More Violence

Sunday, February 21, 2021

Thousands gathered to mourn the first protester killed by the Myanmar military since a junta seized power earlier this month. The military has warned of more violence if protests continue.

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Ocasio-Cortez Fundraising Drive For Texas Relief Raises $4 Million

Saturday, February 20, 2021

What began as a call for donations to help Texas residents hurt by the storm grew into millions of dollars that will go to several local charities. Ocasio-Cortez visited a Houston food bank Saturday.

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Biden Declares Disaster In Texas As Millions Are Asked To Continue Boiling Water

Saturday, February 20, 2021

The president's declaration provides federal funding to individuals in 77 of the state's hardest-hit counties, opening up emergency aid for home repairs, temporary housing and other assistance.

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Dinosaur-Killing Impact Came From Edge Of Solar System, New Theory Suggests

Tuesday, February 16, 2021

Harvard researchers say a comet from deep space — not an asteroid from the belt past Mars — was responsible for the mass extinction. Others are skeptical.

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New York Governor Defends Temporarily Withholding Nursing Home Coronavirus Data

Monday, February 15, 2021

In prioritizing a Department of Justice request over one from state lawmakers, Cuomo says a "void" of information was created. But all the numbers reported were accurate, he said.

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Guinea Faces First Ebola Outbreak In Years

Sunday, February 14, 2021

At least three people have died and four more are confirmed infected with the Ebola virus. The government declared an outbreak in a rural community.

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New Zealand City Goes Back Into Lockdown After New Coronavirus Cases Detected

Sunday, February 14, 2021

Most residents of Auckland are asked to stay home for three days while health officials determine the source of the virus and test for community spread. The rest of the country is on high alert.

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Myanmar Protests Continue In Wake Of Military Takeover

Saturday, February 13, 2021

Masses of protesters continue to gather in Myanmar's largest cities. Human rights groups say security forces are arresting democracy supporters in nighttime raids.

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As Trump's Impeachment Trial Resumes, Some Lawmakers Want Details On McCarthy Call

Saturday, February 13, 2021

Now that new details have emerged regarding a call between the then-president and House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy, more lawmakers are supporting the calling of witnesses.

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George P. Shultz, Giant Of 20th Century American Politics, Dies At 100

Sunday, February 07, 2021

Shultz, who held four Cabinet-level positions under two different presidents, was instrumental in helping to ease Cold War tensions between the U.S. and the Soviet Union.

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4 Skiers Dead In Utah Avalanche

Sunday, February 07, 2021

The Saturday avalanche was one of the most deadly in the state's history. Forecasters had warned of dangerous avalanche conditions.

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Chicago Reports Tentative Deal With Teachers Union To Reopen Schools

Saturday, February 06, 2021

The teachers union said "there is no agreement yet" but a framework its members must review. The city said it's planning for pre-K and special education programs to resume in person this week.

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LA COVID-19 Vaccinations Delayed By Protesters

Sunday, January 31, 2021

Dozens of protesters gathered at the entrance to one of the nation's largest mass-vaccination sites, leading officials to shut down the entrance for an hour.

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As Democrats Call For Marjorie Taylor Greene's Removal, Republicans Stay Silent

Saturday, January 30, 2021

The Georgia congresswoman, who has embraced wild conspiracy theories, has the backing of Donald Trump — and the ire of Democrats, who have called for her censure or removal.

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U.S. Tops 25 Million Confirmed Coronavirus Cases

Sunday, January 24, 2021

The devastating news comes almost one year to the day after the first case of the virus was detected in the country and as officials warn that the situation will only grow worse before it gets better.

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Arizona Republicans Censure Party Leaders At Odds With Trump

Saturday, January 23, 2021

State GOP members passed resolutions to condemn three party leaders who they said failed to support former President Donald Trump: Gov. Doug Ducey, former Sen. Jeff Flake and Cindy McCain.

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Who Wants To Be A Billionaire? $1 Billion Winning Lottery Ticket Sold In Michigan

Saturday, January 23, 2021

It's the third-largest lotto jackpot in U.S. history. The odds of winning the top prize were 1 in 302.5 million.

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