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Abortions outside medical system increased sharply after Roe fell, study finds

A newly published study finds that volunteer-led networks distributing abortion pills helped drive a rise in “self-managed abortions.”

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Regina King always chooses daring stories. One chose her.

Actress and director Regina King took a hiatus from Hollywood following a personal tragedy. She’s back with “Shirley” — and is just getting restarted.

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Terror suspects appear in court in Russia showing signs of torture and abuse

Russian authorities arrested four men, identified as citizens of Tajikistan, for allegedly attacking the Crocus City Hall concert venue, and the Islamic State claimed responsibility, but Russian media has blamed Ukraine.

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Harris steps up her role as ambassador to voters shaky on Biden

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Ronna McDaniel faces sharp criticism after NBC hiring — including on NBC

On ‘Meet the Press,’ Chuck Todd said hiring Ronna McDaniel raised credibility issues. The hosts of MSNBC’s ‘Morning Joe’ also criticized the decision.

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Carolyn Hax: Dad encourages their young son’s sore-winner behavior

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Chemotherapy cured my cancer. Years later it likely gave me heart disease.

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