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Kennedy Center renaming prompts new round of cancellations from artists
More artists have canceled performances at the Kennedy Center after President Donald Trump's name was added to the facility.
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Surge in federal officers in Minnesota focuses on alleged fraud at day care centers
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Winter storm packing snow and strong winds to descend on Great Lakes and Northeast
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In a tumultuous year, US health policy has been dramatically reshaped under RFK Jr.
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Escalation in Yemen threatens to reignite civil war and create wider tensions in Gulf region
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Tatiana Schlossberg, the granddaughter of the late President John F. Kennedy, has died at 35
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DOJ pushed to prosecute Kilmar Abrego Garcia only after mistaken deportation, judge's order says
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Patriots star receiver Stefon Diggs faces strangulation charges, denies allegations
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Channel Tunnel disruption affects Eurostar and vehicle shuttle between France and England
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China flexes blockade capabilities near Taiwan on second day of military drills
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Saudi Arabia bombs Yemen port city over weapons shipment from UAE for separatists
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Khaleda Zia, former Bangladeshi prime minister and archrival of a previous premier, dies at 80
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Open-water swimmer identified as victim of fatal shark attack in Northern California
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Rescue crew finds 3 hikers dead in Southern California mountains during strong winds
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IRS increases 2026 business mileage rate by 2.5 cents
Derailed train in Kentucky causes a chemical leak and sparks a fire
Buddhist monks persist in peace walk despite injuries as thousands follow them on social media
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Roses in the rain? New Year's Day parade in Pasadena gets wet forecast. Bundle up for NYC ball drop
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41 young men die in South Africa from circumcision procedures during initiation ceremonies
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Thieves drill into a German bank vault and steal tens of millions of euros worth of property
'Trump's EPA' in 2025: A fossil fuel-friendly approach to deregulation
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Save money, get organized, live better: Common New Year's resolutions can also cut climate impact
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Unleash the hounds! And terriers and lapdogs. The American Kennel Club adds 3 breeds
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Israel says it will halt operations of several humanitarian organizations in Gaza starting in 2026
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Protests draw largest turnout of Somalis since Israel's recognition of Somaliland
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After quiet off-year elections, Democrats renew worries about Trump interfering in the midterms
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Myanmar's military-backed party claims strong lead in election's first phase
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Iran's president says answer to attack would be harsh in apparent response to Trump warning
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US faith leaders supporting targeted immigrants brace for a tough year ahead
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