By JAYLEN GREEN Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — The Rev. Al Sharpton led a protest march Thursday through Manhattan’s Financial District to urge corporate America to resist the Trump administration’s campaign to roll back diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives. The New York civil rights leader was joined by clergy, labor and community leaders in
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By KANIS LEUNG Associated Press HONG KONG (AP) — Final arguments concluded Thursday in the landmark national security trial of Hong Kong pro-democracy newspaper founder Jimmy Lai, who could face up to a life sentence if convicted. Lai founded the now-defunct Apple Daily, which had been one of the local news outlets most critical of
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By MENELAOS HADJICOSTIS Associated Press ATHENS, Greece (AP) — Climate change that has driven scorching temperatures and dwindling rainfall made massive wildfires in Turkey, Greece and Cyprus this summer burn much more fiercely, said a new study released Thursday. The study by World Weather Attribution said the fires that killed 20 people, forced 80,000 to
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By MEGAN JANETSKY Associated Press MEXICO CITY (AP) — Mexico said Wednesday its postal service was suspending package shipments to the United States ahead of an end to the exemption on tariff duties for low-value packages by the Trump administration. The announcement follows similar moves by postal services from the European Union and several other
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CHICAGO (AP) — Salvador Perez hit a leadoff homer and a two-run double in Kansas City’s eight-run fifth inning as the Royals pummeled the Chicago White Sox 12-1 on Wednesday night. Perez’s double gave him 993 RBIs — one more than Amos Otis for third place in Royals history. Next on the list is Hal
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Backstage compiled a list of movies and TV shows casting across the US.
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Target reports five tips for last-minute back-to-school shoppers to save money, including using discounts and same-day delivery services.
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BLUETTI details smart, sustainable, and safe energy choices for summer.
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SmartAsset reports Plymouth, Minnesota is the most livable small city in the U.S., excelling in health insurance coverage and affordability.
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Current reports that teens opening their first bank accounts should avoid fees, choose online banks, and understand credit to navigate finances effectively.
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Floodlight reports on Gulf Coast communities facing environmental threats from a Trump-era LNG boom, highlighting local resistance and concerns.
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Stateline reports Republican support for IVF is fracturing amid rising far-right views, as some promote alternative treatments like restorative reproductive medicine.
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Sneakers.com reports a 15% annual rise in pink basketball shoe searches, driven by trends in women’s basketball and Nike’s popular “Aunt Pearl” line.
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Ramp reports secured business credit cards require a cash deposit as collateral, helping businesses with limited credit build their score.
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Apollo.io reports that effective cold emails should be personalized, relevant, and value-driven, aiming for quality responses over quantity.
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NEXT reports on improving office ergonomics to prevent injuries like musculoskeletal disorders, enhancing employee well-being and productivity.
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Compartés reports businesses are shifting from cheap corporate gifts to thoughtful luxury items, enhancing emotional connections and boosting client retention.
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AudioEye reports on Selena Gomez’s Rare Beauty line that is useable for people with limited hand mobility, proving that accessibility builds loyalty and resonates with consumers.
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Relentless Fulfillment reports that businesses are relocating to Reno for significant savings, including lower costs in rent, labor, and shipping.
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Mercury reports AI adoption is boosting startup hiring, with 68% expanding teams despite rising costs, blending growth, and flexibility in uncertain times.
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GoodRx reports tips for safely switching between GLP-1 medications due to side effects, insurance changes, or treatment goals.
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By JAIMIE DING Associated Press LOS ANGELES (AP) — A jury has awarded at least $2.2 million to a protester who was shot in the face with a less-lethal munition by a Los Angeles sheriff’s deputy during a demonstration against police brutality in 2020. In the verdict last week, the jury found LA County liable
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By JAKE OFFENHARTZ Associated Press NEW YORK (AP) — Yasin El Sammak, 22, and his 15-year-old brother arrived outside an Egyptian diplomatic building in Manhattan last week, planning to film a small protest urging the country to do more for residents of Gaza suffering from starvation. Instead, video provided by another activist shows Egyptian government
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By SOPHIA TAREEN Associated Press CHICAGO (AP) — Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker is doubling down on his message to President Donald Trump that the nation’s third-largest city doesn’t need or want military intervention to fight crime, showing off parts of the city where violent crime has decreased and saying sending in the National Guard could
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By Arlette Saenz, Arit John, CNN Minneapolis (CNN) — Jacob Frey clasped his hands together as he sat on the steps of the Catholic church where hours earlier a shooter opened fire on young children gathered in the pews inside. “Don’t just say, this is about thoughts and prayers right now. These kids were literally
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By HEATHER HOLLINGSWORTH Associated Press KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Police dispatcher Julia Jordan accidentally added a dash of celebrity gossip to her public service this week when she shared “Taylor Swift is engaged” over a hot microphone. That appears to be how officers in the Lansing, Michigan, area learned about the superstar singer’s betrothal
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By HEATHER HOLLINGSWORTH Associated Press KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Police dispatcher Julia Jordan accidentally added a dash of celebrity gossip to her public service this week when she shared “Taylor Swift is engaged” over a hot microphone. That appears to be how officers in the Lansing, Michigan, area learned about the superstar singer’s betrothal
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By HEATHER HOLLINGSWORTH Associated Press KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) — Police dispatcher Julia Jordan accidentally added a dash of celebrity gossip to her public service this week when she shared “Taylor Swift is engaged” over a hot microphone. That appears to be how officers in the Lansing, Michigan, area learned about the superstar singer’s betrothal
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By The Associated Press The winning numbers in Wednesday’s drawing of the “Kansas Pick 3 Midday” game were: 5, 6, 6 (five, six, six) For more lottery results, go to Jackpot.com | Order Lottery Tickets
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By EDITH M. LEDERER Associated Press UNITED NATIONS (AP) — The U.N. Security Council voted unanimously on Thursday to terminate the U.N. peacekeeping force in southern Lebanon at the end of next year after nearly five decades, bowing to demands from the United States and its close ally Israel. The United States, which initially demanded
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