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Nonbinary ex-Biden official Sam Brinton released without bail in luggage-theft case
New York Post - 16 Feb 2023 08:46
The former Biden Department of Energy official accused in two separate stolen-luggage cases in different states was released without bail Wednesday after a court appearance in Minnesota.
Kevin Roose's Conversation With Bing's Chatbot: Full Transcript
The New York Times - 16 Feb 2023 12:12
In a two-hour conversation with our columnist, Microsoft's new chatbot said it would like to be human, had a desire to be destructive and was in love with the person it was chatting with. Here's the transcript.
Anthony 'Tony' Mitchell froze to death after guards put him in walk-in freezer at Alabama jail: lawsuit
New York Post - 16 Feb 2023 03:22
"This is the worst case of inmate abuse I have ever seen," Jon Goldfarb, the attorney for Anthony "Tony" Mitchell's family told The Post.
Moscow's Military Capabilities Are in Question After Failed Battle for Ukrainian City
The New York Times - 16 Feb 2023 03:34
A disastrous Russian assault on Vuhledar, viewed as an opening move in an expected spring offensive, has renewed doubts about Moscow's ability to sustain a large-scale ground assault.
1 dead, 3 injured after gunman opens fire in El Paso mall food court: police
New York Post - 16 Feb 2023 05:05
Police said one person was taken into custody, but that cops are still searching for another that may have been involved in the deadly shooting.
Georgia officials to release grand jury report on Trump bid to overturn election - live
The Guardian - 16 Feb 2023 16:42
Portions of highly anticipated report to be made public Sign up to receive First Thing - our daily briefing by email Let's say Fulton county district attorney Fani Willis does decide bring charges against Donald Trump ba...
First it was blood pressure medication. Now FDA eyes more drugs for cancer-causing chemical.
USA Today - 16 Feb 2023 14:47
Here's what the FDA is doing to protect consumers after drugs such as quinapril, Zantac and Metformin were recalled over chemicals linked to cancer.
New York Times accused of 'editorial bias' in coverage of transgender issues
New York Post - 16 Feb 2023 05:37
Nearly 200 New York Times contributors signed a letter to the newspaper on Wednesday demanding changes and lambasting its "editorial bias in the newspaper's reporting on transgender, non - binary, and gender nonconformin...
Nicola Sturgeon's resignation: the end of an era for Scotland - podcast
The Guardian - 16 Feb 2023 05:00
On Wednesday morning, Nicola Sturgeon called a press conference to announce she would be stepping down as the first minister of Scotland. Severin Carrell reports Nicola Sturgeon has announced her resignation after more t...
FBI searched University of Delaware for classified Biden docs: report
New York Post - 16 Feb 2023 03:12
The searches were conducted in "recent weeks," according to CNN, with the consent and cooperation of the 80-year-old president's lawyers.
Strikes Update: How Friday 17 February's walkouts will affect you
BBC - 16 Feb 2023 19:23
What you need to know about Border Force and ambulance workers' strikes.
Former Australian PM Scott Morrison accuses west of appeasing China
The Guardian - 16 Feb 2023 15:03
Speech in Tokyo draws parallel with the Munich agreement with Hitler, and claims credit for urging others to stand up to Beijing 'bullying' The former Australian prime minister Scott Morrison has accused the west of "app...
George Santos reportedly planning to run for reelection despite lies: 'I'm not leaving'
New York Post - 16 Feb 2023 14:28
The lying Long Island representative is reportedly set on running for re-election even as outraged locals marched on his district office demanding his ouster.
Higher Bills Are Leading Americans to Delay Medical Care
The New York Times - 16 Feb 2023 12:00
Inflation and pressing household expenses are forcing some people to postpone health needs, an emerging trend that has health experts worried that conditions may only worsen.
Ohio Residents Press for Answers on Train Derailment at Town Hall Meeting
The New York Times - 16 Feb 2023 04:55
Officials for the railroad company pulled out of the town hall hours before it was scheduled to start, further infuriating residents who had planned to press the company on the derailment and its fallout.
At Michigan State, Balancing Freedom and Safety in the Wake of Tragedy
The New York Times - 16 Feb 2023 03:57
While elementary, middle and high schools have adopted new safety technology to try to deter gun violence, the same changes have not come to the more open campuses of colleges and universities.
Moderna won't raise price on COVID vaccine after pressure
NY Daily News - 16 Feb 2023 03:31
The about-face comes after the company was harshly criticized for planning to raise the cost of a vaccine dose about four-fold -- to the $110-to-$130 range.
What We've Learned From Presidential Physicals of Biden, Trump and Obama
The New York Times - 16 Feb 2023 02:58
President Biden will undergo a routine checkup on Thursday. Here's what exams of Mr. Biden and past presidents have turned up.
Thai woman who fled after killing Michigan student in hit-and-run will return to US
New York Post - 16 Feb 2023 02:45
The woman who fled to Thailand after allegedly killing a Michigan State University student in a hit-and-run has agreed to return to face charges.
Rev. Al Sharpton leads Florida protest against Gov. Ron DeSantis nixing Black History course
NY Daily News - 16 Feb 2023 02:44
The veteran New York civil rights leader joined clergy members from across the Sunshine State in the rally that demanded DeSantis and his Republican allies stop interfering in the teaching of Black history.
Man sentenced to life in prison now free after Missouri judge vacates his conviction
ABC News - 16 Feb 2023 02:30
After serving nearly three decades of a life sentence, Lamar Johnson officially walks free for a crime he has always insisted he did not commit.
Ohio train derailment: Residents say they don't feel safe returning home
ABC News - 16 Feb 2023 02:23
Residents of East Palestine, Ohio, are grappling with the fear that their hometown is no longer safe to reside in.