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PoliticsApr 20

US Supreme Court Rejects Massachusetts School Gender-Identity Policy Challenge

The US Supreme Court declined to hear a challenge to a Massachusetts school district's gender-identity policy.

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WorldApr 4

Afghanistan Hit by Deadly Flooding and Earthquake, Killing Nearly 90 People

Severe flooding and a 5.8 magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan within days, leaving 77 dead from floods and 12 from the quake, with infrastructure heavily damaged.

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WorldApr 9

Israel and Lebanon to Begin Direct Negotiations

Israel has agreed to engage in direct talks with Lebanon, marking a significant diplomatic development between the two nations.

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HealthMar 17

Federal Judge Blocks Kennedy's Changes to Childhood Vaccine Recommendations

A federal judge temporarily halted Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s cuts to childhood vaccine recommendations and his reconstitution of a key advisory committee.

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FinanceApr 9

IMF Chief Warns of Economic Vulnerability Amid Oil Market Pressures

International Monetary Fund leadership highlights global economic fragility as oil price fluctuations strain government finances worldwide.

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PoliticsApr 11

Trump Criticizes Virginia Governor Spanberger on Social Media

Former President Trump posted criticism of Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger on Truth Social, citing concerns about the state's economy.

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WorldMar 24

Kim Jong Un declares North Korea's nuclear status irreversible

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un stated the country's nuclear weapons status cannot be reversed and praised recent weapons expansion.

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SportsMar 12

India Cricket Team Receives $14 Million Bonus After T20 World Cup Victory

India's cricket board awarded players a $14.24 million bonus following their T20 World Cup championship win.

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PoliticsMar 7

Congressional Lawmakers Debate Whether Trump Iran Strikes Constitute Act of War

Members of Congress engaged in heated debate over whether recent military strikes against Iran by the Trump administration require congressional authorization.

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SportsApr 20

Security Concerns and Player Injuries Emerge Ahead of 2026 World Cup

Department of Homeland Security discussions and player injuries raise questions about preparations for the 2026 World Cup in the United States.

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PoliticsApr 4

Polymarket apologizes for allowing bets on fate of downed U.S. pilots

Prediction platform Polymarket removed betting page and apologized after allowing wagers on when U.S. pilots shot down over Iran would be found.

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HealthMar 16

First Case of Severe Mpox Strain Detected in New York City

NYC health officials confirmed the first known case of mpox clade I in a person who had recently traveled internationally.

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FinanceMar 16

Bank of America Settles Lawsuit by Jeffrey Epstein Accusers

Bank of America has reached a settlement agreement with accusers who alleged the bank facilitated Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking operations.

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PoliticsMar 21

Trump Discusses 'Winding Down' Iran Operations as US Reports Progress

Former President Trump suggested reducing Iran-related military operations while US officials highlighted progress in ongoing strikes.

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PoliticsApr 17

Philz Coffee reverses decision to remove Pride flags after employee backlash

San Francisco coffee chain CEO apologized and reinstated Pride flag policy after worker petition gained over 7,300 signatures.

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