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Former FBI informant charged with lying about Biden business

The prosecutor who charged Hunter Biden with gun and tax crimes has now accused a former informant of making false claims of corruption against the Bidens.

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Fani Willis delivers fiery testimony in Georgia after witness contradicted her

The hearing examined the details of Willis’s relationship with Nathan Wade, the prosecutor she hired to lead her case against former president Donald Trump.

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Kansas City and Chiefs fans mourn after another public tragedy

The shooting which left one person dead and more than 20 hurt raised fresh questions over safety in the American public square — and whether the proliferation of gun violence is rendering large gatherings untenable for many.

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A fall strike makes for a very lush spring on TV and streaming

A number of shows originally slated for this past fall are finally airing. Here’s a closer look at 10 of the big, buzzy, mostly “limited” shows coming your way this spring.

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Standoff over Rafah assault tests Israel’s most important alliances

Israel faces growing warnings from allies and critics that its promised ground offensive in Rafah will result in a civilian bloodbath.

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What’s behind the push to stop building highways?

Historically, much of America’s public money spent on transportation has gone to highways. In 2017, $177 billion in public money went to highways, according to the Congressional Budget Office, more than double the $75 billion spent on mass transit and rail infrastructure.

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The kids of New York Fashion Week

Fashion shows are crawling with celebrities. The rarer sighting: families. We spoke to six kids and their parents about why, and how, they do Fashion Week as a family.

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How the impeachment will be resolved is the biggest remaining question about a process that many on the right have regarded with unease.

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RNC confirms Pete Hoekstra as Michigan chair after power struggle

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Ariz. Republican who stood up to Trump after 2020 won’t seek reelection

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