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Former Vice President and Democratic presidential candidate Joe

Democrats divided on how to try and topple Trump

Joe Biden was at a soul food restaurant in Los Angeles on Thursday when he blasted President Donald Trump's "racist" taunts at a rally the night before.

World Strong quake hits near Greek capital of Athens
A strong earthquake has hit near the Greek capital of Athens, causing residents to run into the streets in fear.
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Technology Fast-growing web of doorbell cams raises privacy fears
Critics complain that the systems turn neighborhoods into places of constant surveillance and create suspicion that falls heavier on minorities. Police say the cameras can serve as a digital neighborhood watch.
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Nation Berkeley votes to replace gender-specific words
There will be no manholes in Berkeley, California. City workers will drop into "maintenance holes" instead.
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Newsday recommends 5 memorable moments from the Democratic debate, night 2
A detailed recap of five memorable moments from the Thursday night debate in Miami — leading off with the discussion of busing in America between two top contenders in the field.
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Politics 1600: Trump tries to walk back 'send her back' chant
Asked about a crowd's chant against Rep. Omar, he said, "I was not happy with it. I disagree with it," but video shows he didn't try to stop it.
Nation Fort Lauderdale water outage could last at least 24 hours
City officials declared a state of emergency and Gov. Ron DeSantis said the state will send two trucks of water.
Nation Trump says he was 'not happy' with Omar chant
The president distances himself from the chant amid criticism from Democrats as well as leaders of his own party.
Newsday recommends 10 quotes that stood out during the Democratic debate, night 1
From immigration to gun control, Democrats covered a lot of ground in the first debate of the 2020 race.
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Nation Senate set to vote on 9/11 victim fund bill
The vote next week comes after Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand agreed to allow amendments by two Republican senators to be consider by lawmakers.
Nation Trump: American warship destroyed Iranian drone
The president says the drone threatened the safety of the American ship and its crew.
Nation 10 things to know for today
Your daily look at late breaking news, upcoming events and the stories that will be talked about today: 1. IRAN ...
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Crime Judge denies Jeffrey Epstein's request for bail
U.S. District Judge Richard Berman rejected a plan from Epstein's lawyers to have him await trial under home detention.