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DHS halts ‘Quiet Skies’ program following Republican claims it was used against political opponents

By Holmes Lybrand, CNN Washington (CNN) — A program designed to flag travelers for potential extra screening and monitoring at airports and on airplanes will be discontinued, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced Thursday. The program recently came under attack from Republicans after it was revealed that prior to her appointment to lead the US

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Tattoo infections in minors prompt investigation into unlicensed operator

By WDJT News Staff Click here for updates on this story     MILWAUKEE (WDJT) — The City of Milwaukee Health Department is investigating suspected tattoo-related infections among minors linked to an unlicensed provider operating under the name Davinci Way Ink. Officials said the cases may involve exposure to nontuberculous mycobacteria, a bacteria found in water and

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Tommy Franks Fast Facts

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here is a look at the life of Tommy Franks, retired four-star Army General. Personal Birth date: June 17, 1945 Birth place: Wynnewood, Oklahoma Birth name: Tommy Ray Franks Father: Ray Franks, mechanic Mother: Lorene “Pete” (Parker) Franks Marriage: Cathryn (Carley) Franks (1969-present) Children: Jacqueline Education: University of Texas, Arlington,

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Mohamed ElBaradei Fast Facts

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here is a look at the life of Mohamed ElBaradei, former director general of the IAEA and Nobel Peace Prize winner. Personal Birth date: June 17, 1942 Birth place: Cairo, Egypt Birth name: Mohamed Mostafa ElBaradei Father: Mostafa ElBaradei, an attorney Mother: Aida (Hegazi) ElBaradei Marriage: Aida (Elkachef) ElBaradei Children:

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Zika Virus Infection Fast Facts

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at Zika virus, an illness spread through mosquito bites that can cause birth defects and other neurological defects. Facts Sources: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), World Health Organization (WHO) and CNN Zika virus is a flavivirus, part of the same family as yellow fever, West

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Paul McCartney Fast Facts

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here is a look at the life of musician Paul McCartney, former member of the Beatles. Personal Birth date: June 18, 1942 Birth place: Liverpool, England Birth name: James Paul McCartney Father: James McCartney, salesman and musician Mother: Mary (Mohin) McCartney, nurse and midwife Marriages: Nancy Shevell (October 9, 2011-present);

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La calculadora de las eliminatorias sudamericanas al Mundial: qué necesita cada selección para clasificar

Por PabloAntonio GarciaEscorihuela y Juan Alvarado, CNN en Español Llegan las últimas cuatro fechas de la Eliminatoria de la Conmebol y, salvo Argentina, que ya aseguró su boleto para la Copa Mundial de 2026, los otros nueve candidatos repiten la misma consigna con más vehemencia que nunca: ¿cuántos puntos nos faltan para clasificar al Mundial?

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Volunteers with Giannis, Mariah Antetokounmpo help build homes in Milwaukee

By Sam Schmitz Click here for updates on this story     MILWAUKEE (WISN) — Giannis and Mariah Antetokounmpo, along with volunteers from the Charles Antetokounmpo Family Foundation and GE HealthCare, came together on May 29 in Milwaukee’s Harambee neighborhood to build homes for local families striving towards stability and self-reliance. The event, hosted at a Milwaukee

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Los cielos estadounidenses pronto podrían abrirse a los viajes supersónicos, pero aún existe un gran problema

Por Edward Russell, CNN Los cielos de Estados Unidos podrían estar completamente abiertos para viajes aéreos mucho más rápidos en un futuro próximo. No solo porque se están desarrollando aviones de pasajeros capaces de romper la barrera del sonido, sino que, por primera vez, podrían viajar sobre suelo estadounidense. Incluso durante la época del Concorde,

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56 threatened Blanding’s turtles released into Iowa wild after being raised at Blank Park Zoo

By Olivia Tyler Click here for updates on this story     IOWA (KCCI) — In central Iowa, 56 Blanding’s turtle hatchlings were released into their natural habitat on Wednesday, marking the conclusion of a three-year collaborative project involving the Iowa Department of Natural Resources, the Blank Park Zoo and Iowa State University. The baby turtles, born

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