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Mexican Navy Ship Collides with Brooklyn Bridge, Killing Two
A Mexican Navy training ship struck the Brooklyn Bridge, killing two crew members and injuring 19 others. Investigations are ongoing.
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Kroger Faces Backlash Over Service Cuts and Policy Changes
Kroger customers express frustration over recent service cuts and policy changes, warning the retailer to improve or risk losing shoppers to competitors.
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Severe Storms Leave Thousands Without Power in Alexandria
Thousands in Alexandria are without power after severe storms brought damaging winds, hail, and heavy rain, causing widespread outages and tree damage.
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NJ Transit Engineers Strike Halts Commuter Rail Service
NJ Transit engineers strike disrupts third-largest U.S. commuter rail, impacting 100,000 daily riders and upcoming events.
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9-Year-Old Injured in DC Hit-and-Run, Police Seek Driver
A 9-year-old boy was seriously injured in a hit-and-run on Minnesota Avenue NE, DC. Police are searching for the driver of a dark SUV.
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6.0 Earthquake Near Crete Triggers Tsunami Alert
A 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck near Crete, Greece, early Wednesday, prompting a tsunami warning. No major damage or injuries reported so far.
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Greer Fire Prompts Evacuations in Eastern Arizona
The Greer Fire in eastern Arizona has forced evacuations, burned over 10 acres, and threatens structures near Apache-Sitgreaves National Forest.
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José Mujica, Uruguay’s Iconic Ex-President, Dies at 89
Uruguay’s $1 José Mujica, known for his humility and progressive reforms, has passed away at the age of 89, leaving behind a legacy of social change.
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Gérard Depardieu Convicted of Sexual Assault in Paris
French actor Gérard Depardieu has been convicted of sexually assaulting two women on a film set in 2021, receiving an 18-month suspended sentence.
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William H. Luers, Diplomat Who Supported Czech Leader, Dies at 95
William H. Luers, a U.S. diplomat who played a key role in supporting Czech dissident leader Václav Havel, passed away at 95.
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ESPN Documentary Explores Life and Legacy of Stanford Goalie Katie Meyer
A new ESPN documentary sheds light on the life, struggles, and tragic death of Stanford soccer star Katie Meyer, while exploring mental health challenges faced by student-athletes.
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Coles Shopper Discovers Slimy Blob in Lime Juice Bottle, Sparks Investigation
A Coles shopper discovered a slimy blob in her lime juice bottle, sparking an investigation by the retailer. Experts suggest it may be a harmless SCOBY.
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Newark Airport Faces Another Radar Outage Amid FAA Infrastructure Concerns
A 90-second radar outage at Newark Airport raises concerns about FAA’s aging infrastructure and staffing shortages.
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Garegin II Sends Prayers to Pope Leo XIV<
Catholicos Garegin II sent a greeting to newly elected Pope Leo XIV, praying for strength, grace, and continued ties between the Armenian and Catholic Churches.
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Robert Prevost Becomes Pope Leo XIV, First American Pontiff
Robert Prevost has been elected Pope Leo XIV, becoming the first American in the Catholic Church’s 2,000-year history to hold the papacy, with a message of peace and global dialogue.