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Harry Reid's Memorial Draws Tributes From Biden and Obama
The New York Times - 9 Jan 2022 03:43
Some of the country's most prominent Democrats recounted tales showcasing the former Senate majority leader's tenacity and modesty.
Cold kills 22 stuck in cars in heavy snow at Pakistan resort
Fox News - 9 Jan 2022 04:03
At least 22 people, including 10 children, died in a popular mountain resort town in Pakistan after being stuck in their vehicles overnight during a heavy snowstorm
Failing on the basics: Are we able to #BreakTheChain of infection transmission?
OpEdNews - 9 Jan 2022 17:03
This article has insights from global scientists and public health experts from WHO on why it is so urgent and important to ensure we break the chain of transmission of corona virus. We knew how to prevent infection from...
Body of Virginia Man Who Abandoned Vehicle in Snowstorm Is Found
The New York Times - 9 Jan 2022 02:56
Jacob Whaley, 34, was discovered just over 200 yards from where his family had originally estimated he would be.
Man charged with buying gun for Rittenhouse takes plea deal
ABC News - 9 Jan 2022 02:51
The man who bought Kyle Rittenhouse a rifle when he was only 17 has taken a plea deal to avoid criminal conviction
Family member to adopt baby orphaned after Florida deputies' suicides
New York Post - 9 Jan 2022 05:37
Clayton Osteen and Victoria Pacheco of the St. Lucie County Sheriff's Office left behind 1-month-old son Jayce Osteen when they killed themselves several days apart from one another, police said.
Murder suspects allegedly had sex in victim's bed while she died in next room
New York Post - 9 Jan 2022 05:19
Two people accused in the murder of an Oklahoma woman allegedly had sex in the victim's bed while they heard her "struggling to live" in the next room, authorities said.
New Orleans renames Robert E. Lee. Blvd. for jazz musician Allen Toussaint
NY Daily News - 9 Jan 2022 04:46
It's another defeat for Robert E. Lee.
U.S. Willing to Strike Deal With Russia Over Missiles And Military Exercises as Ukraine Crisis Deepens
Time - 9 Jan 2022 04:24
When U.S. and Russia negotiators meet next week for diplomatic talks, the Biden Administration says it is willing to discuss the scope of European military exercises and the deployment of missiles on the continent, but n...
US hones warnings, offers to Russia over Ukraine
ABC News - 9 Jan 2022 02:52
The Biden administration has issued new, clear warnings to Russia on penalties it may face if it goes ahead with threats to invade Ukraine
WATCH: Lost miniature dachshund found on Isle of Man
ABC News - 9 Jan 2022 02:20
A miniature dachshund was rescued from a flooded quarry after the pup went missing overnight.
Mine collapse kills limestone miner in Pennsylvania
NY Daily News - 9 Jan 2022 02:14
The miner's identity was not released.
Trump Adviser: Getting Kicked Off Twitter Has Actually Helped Trump
Mother Jones - 9 Jan 2022 21:06
Roughly a year ago, Donald Trump was banned from Twitter and most other social media apps, including YouTube and Facebook. In the wake, there’s been cries of tech censorship. Some of it is worth considering; other tim...
Omicron Absenteeism Poses Fresh Test to U.S. Economic Strength
Time - 9 Jan 2022 17:27
Several economists began the new year by downgrading their first-quarter forecasts
Why Biden's student loan relief efforts haven't yet reversed a DeVos decision on for-profit colleges
CNN - 9 Jan 2022 13:02
The Biden administration has pledged to make college more affordable. But it has chosen not to reinstate an Obama-era rule meant to prevent students from taking on too much debt to attend predatory for-profit colleges.
Watershed moment in NYC: New law allows noncitizens to vote
ABC News - 9 Jan 2022 15:01
More than 800,000 noncitizens and so-called “Dreamers” in New York City will have access to the ballot box as soon as next year after Mayor Eric Adams allowed legislation approved by the City Council last month to au...
The Best And Worst Trump Tweets Over The Past Year, Ranked
The Huffington Post - 9 Jan 2022 15:00
Here you go.
Scores killed in northwest Nigeria during reprisal attacks by armed bandits
CNN - 9 Jan 2022 14:49
Around 58 people have been killed in villages in the northwestern Nigerian state of Zamfara during deadly reprisal attacks by armed bandits following military airstrikes on their hideouts this week, government authoritie...
US hospitals face influx of patients amid latest COVID-19 surge, staffing shortages
ABC News - 9 Jan 2022 14:46
The U.S. is now facing its most significant coronavirus infection surge to date, putting additional pressure on an overtaxed health care system.
Saudi Princess Is Released From Jail After 3 Years
The New York Times - 9 Jan 2022 14:32
The Saudi government has not said why it detained or released Princess Basmah bint Saud, a daughter of a former king who has been a vociferous critic of the country's authorities.
Officials' Party Galls Hong Kong, Chafing Under Covid (and Political) Controls
The New York Times - 9 Jan 2022 13:55
Just as new restrictions were being imposed, top politicians were found to have attended a large gathering where at least one person had Covid.
U.S. Sues Shop Owner Who Dumped 91,500 Pennies on Ex-Worker's Driveway
The New York Times - 9 Jan 2022 13:30
The Labor Department said the owner of a Georgia auto-repair shop had retaliated against the former employee for reporting that he had not received his final paycheck.