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EntertainmentMar 25

Former Google Executive Matt Brittin Named New BBC Director General

Matt Brittin, who spent nearly two decades at Google including as regional president, has been appointed as the new director general of the BBC.

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PoliticsApr 1

California Governor Faces Criticism Over Social Media Posts Targeting Republicans

Governor Gavin Newsom's office drew bipartisan criticism for social media posts that critics described as homophobic while targeting Republican figures.

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FinanceMar 31

Activist Investor Irenic Builds Stake in Snap, Seeks Strategy Changes

Irenic Capital has disclosed a stake in Snap Inc. and sent a letter to CEO Evan Spiegel proposing changes to boost the company's valuation.

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HealthApr 3

CDC Issues Health Advisory on Veterinary Sedative in Illegal Drug Supply

Federal health officials warn about medetomidine, a veterinary sedative, being found mixed with illegal fentanyl supplies.

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PoliticsMar 17

Trump-Xi China Summit Timing Uncertain Amid Iran War Developments

The scheduled Trump-Xi summit faces potential delays as ongoing Iran conflict may affect the president's travel plans and diplomatic priorities.

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FinanceApr 2

Paris Police Increase Security for US Banks Following Bomb Threat

French authorities heightened security measures for American financial institutions in Paris after reports of a bomb threat targeting Goldman Sachs.

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PoliticsMar 29

Pentagon Reduces Military Chaplain Faith Codes from 200+ to 31

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced cuts to Pentagon chaplain faith designation codes and new uniform requirements for military chaplains.

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OtherApr 2

ICE arrests MS-13 member wanted for murder; three others on trial in Vegas

Immigration authorities arrested an MS-13 gang member wanted for murder in El Salvador, while three others face trial in Las Vegas for alleged multi-state killings.

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PoliticsMar 16

FCC Chair Threatens Broadcast License Action Over Iran War Coverage

Federal Communications Commission Chair Brendan Carr warned broadcasters about potential license consequences for what he called misleading coverage.

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WorldMar 15

US Military Refueling Plane Crashes in Iraq During Iran Operations

A KC-135 Stratotanker crashed in western Iraq while supporting operations against Iran, with rescue efforts underway and the cause under investigation.

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PoliticsMar 23

Pentagon Partners with U.S. Company to Challenge China's Rare Earth Dominance

The Trump administration is working with American companies to reduce U.S. dependence on China for rare earth elements critical to military and technology applications.

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PoliticsMar 25

Political Developments in Virginia and Florida Draw Attention Amid Election Season

Various political activities emerge in Virginia and Florida involving redistricting discussions, voting methods, and legislative races.

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PoliticsMar 28

Trump Comments on Iran Policy Draw Pushback from Blinken, International Leaders

Former Secretary of State Antony Blinken disputed Trump's claims about his Iran stance, while generational divides emerged at CPAC over Iran policy.

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WorldMar 7

Reports Emerge of Iranian Supreme Leader Khamenei's Death, Succession Plans

Iranian opposition media and Israeli officials report on the death of Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and plans for his succession and funeral proceedings.

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OtherApr 1

Police seek CPS advice on Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor and Lord Mandelson investigations

Thames Valley Police have consulted with Crown Prosecution Service regarding ongoing inquiries into both figures' connections to Jeffrey Epstein.

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