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Oregon, a hotbed of extremism, seeks to curb paramilitaries

Oregon, a hotbed of extremism, seeks to curb paramilitaries

SALEM, Ore. (AP) — An armed takeover of a federal wildlife refuge. Over 100 straight days of racial justice protests that turned downtown Portland into a battleground. A violent breach of the state Capitol.
Australian governments agree funding split for 2032 Olympics

Australian governments agree funding split for 2032 Olympics

BRISBANE, Australia (AP) — The federal and the Queensland state government have agreed on an almost 50-50 funding split to build or remodel venues for the 2032 Brisbane Olympics.
Ahead of new childhood obesity guidelines, doctors say surgery is an important option

Ahead of new childhood obesity guidelines, doctors say surgery is an important option

A pediatrician involved in creating new treatment guidelines for obese children in Canada says an "alarming" rise in obesity has led to a greater need for surgery for teens whose mental and physical suffering typically worsens into adulthood. Dr.
Rouleau report addresses six questions raised during Emergencies Act hearings

Rouleau report addresses six questions raised during Emergencies Act hearings

OTTAWA — Throughout seven weeks of public hearings in Ottawa, the Public Order Emergency Commission heard from more than 100 witnesses and released thousands of pages of documents.
GOP opens another investigation of Afghanistan withdrawal

GOP opens another investigation of Afghanistan withdrawal

WASHINGTON (AP) — Several Biden Cabinet members, including the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, received a letter Friday from House Republicans as they launched the second investigation into the chaotic U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan. Rep.
Flurry of activity signals deal is near on Brexit trade feud

Flurry of activity signals deal is near on Brexit trade feud

LONDON (AP) — The U.K, the European Union and Northern Ireland’s bitterly divided political parties said Friday that progress was being made on resolving a post-Brexit trade dispute that brought economic headaches and political turmoil to the region.
Fetterman case highlights common stroke, depression link

Fetterman case highlights common stroke, depression link

Pennsylvania Democratic Sen. John Fetterman is seeking treatment for severe depression months after having a stroke. Here's what's known about the conditions.
Fed's Barkin: 'Slow progress' on inflation, sees more hikes

Fed's Barkin: 'Slow progress' on inflation, sees more hikes

WASHINGTON (AP) — A top Federal Reserve official downplayed recent signs that the economy is strengthening , but also said he is prepared to keep raising interest rates in smaller increments as often as needed to quell inflation.
Republicans to adopt loyalty pledge for debate participants

Republicans to adopt loyalty pledge for debate participants

NEW YORK (AP) — Republican presidential candidates will be blocked from the debate stage this summer if they do not sign a pledge to support the GOP's ultimate presidential nominee, according to draft language set to be adopted when the Republican Na
Tank plant in small Ohio city plays big role in Ukraine war

Tank plant in small Ohio city plays big role in Ukraine war

LIMA, Ohio (AP) — Thousands of miles from the front lines, a sprawling manufacturing plant in the small midwestern city of Lima, Ohio, is playing a critical role in the effort to arm Ukraine as it fends off the Russian invasion.
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