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Retail sales rise 0.5% in July as some shoppers step up purchases ahead of tariffs

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Richard Thomas dons wig and mustache to play icon Mark Twain in one-man play touring the US

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August 15, 2025

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Puerto Rico cashes in on Bad Bunny as thousands flock to the island for his concerts

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Critics say Trump’s push for fairness in college admissions is leaving out legacy preferences

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August 15, 2025

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Japan marks 80th anniversary of WWII surrender as concern grows about fading memory

Japan's ministers bow during a memorial service marking the 80th anniversary of Japan's World War II defeat, at the Nippon…

August 15, 2025

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Scientists discover an ancient whale with a Pokémon face and a predator bite

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August 15, 2025

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Ethiopian fossil Lucy leaves for her first exhibition in Europe

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August 15, 2025

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20 years after its landmark withdrawal from Gaza, Israel is mired there

FILE – A Jewish settler prepares to throw a light bulb filled with orange paint at Israeli police, as they…

August 15, 2025

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No. 11 Arizona State now seeks something special after Big 12 title debut in unpredictable league

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August 15, 2025

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Boise State again favored to win Mountain West as conference prepares for major changes

FILE – Boise State head coach Spencer Danielson celebrates after winning against UNLV in the Mountain West Championship NCAA college…

August 15, 2025

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On India’s Independence Day, Modi vows to punish Pakistan for future attacks

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi addresses the nation from the rampart of the 17th century Mughal-era Red Fort monument during…

August 15, 2025

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Diamondbacks take 3-game road win streak into matchup with the Rockies

Arizona Diamondbacks (60-62, third in the NL West) vs. Colorado Rockies (32-89, fifth in the NL West) Denver; Friday, 8:40…

August 15, 2025

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Ukrainian defenses face a challenge as Russian troops make gains ahead of the Putin-Trump summit

Ukrainian servicemen of the 148th artillery brigade load ammunition into a M777 howitzer before firing towards Russian positions at the…

August 15, 2025

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Yapi leads the Colorado Rapids against Atlanta United

Atlanta United FC (4-11-10, 11th in the Eastern Conference) vs. Colorado Rapids (9-11-6, ninth in the Western Conference) Commerce City,…

August 15, 2025

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Torrential rains trigger flash floods in Kashmir, killing at least 56 and leaving scores missing

Stranded pilgrims are helped across a water channel using a makeshift bridge a day after flash floods in Chositi village,…

August 15, 2025

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Bondi names DEA head as DC’s ’emergency police commissioner,’ but capital leaders push back

Department of Homeland Security police officers interact with people arriving at Nationals Park during a baseball game between the Washington…

August 14, 2025

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Trump’s ‘safe and beautiful’ move against DC homeless camps looks like ugliness to those targeted

George, 67, walks away with what's left of his belongings, after the city put his mattress and other belongings in…

August 14, 2025

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The Latest: Bondi names DEA head ‘emergency police commissioner’ amid Trump’s takeover of DC police

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August 14, 2025

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A Michigan autoworker’s wallet is found under a hood in Minnesota — 151,000 miles later

The old wallet of Richard Guilford is seen as he speaks during an interview Thursday, Aug. 14, 2025, in Petersburg,…

August 14, 2025

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After spirited joint practice, the Cardinals and Broncos plan to play backups Saturday

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August 14, 2025

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Judge strikes down Trump administration guidance against diversity programs at schools and colleges

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August 14, 2025

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California pushes partisan plan for new Democratic districts to counter Texas in fight for US House

California Gov. Gavin Newsom speaks during a news conference Thursday, Aug. 14, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Marcio Jose Sanchez)(AP…

August 14, 2025

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Malnourished kids arrive daily at a Gaza hospital as Netanyahu denies hunger

Islam Qudeih shows her severely malnourished shirtless, 2-year-old daughter, Shamm, to journalists at Nasser Hospital in Khan Younis, southern Gaza…

August 14, 2025

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Most US stocks fall after a disappointing inflation update, but Big Tech keeps Wall Street steady

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