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“Rubio announced that lifesaving operations would continue during his review. Marocco told lawmakers as much during briefings.
It wasn’t true.”

Great reporting from the people @propublica.org

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Trump Officials Celebrated With Cake After Slashing Aid. Then People Died of Cholera.
Behind closed doors in Washington, top advisers made a series of decisions that had devastating repercussions for the poorest country on earth. We went to South Sudan and found people who died as a re...
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December 15, 2025 at 8:03 PM
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Any dentists in Kenosha, WI wanna help out a young autistic girl,?? This child needs 5 root canals due to her autism medicine.

Imma trade you a pair of tickets to our show in Chicago with GNR and a meeting next July

www.gofundme.com/f/help-with-...
Donate to My 11 year old autistic granddaughter needs 5 root canals, organized by Shirley Tutor-Perez
My granddaughter Rhiannon will be 11 on 12/20. She has been b… Shirley Tutor-Perez needs your support for My 11 year old autistic granddaughter needs 5 root canals
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December 14, 2025 at 5:18 PM
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Among the programs blocked from continued funding are those providing wigs for children with cancer and mental health services for children who have been sexually assaulted, House Democrats say.
‘Special place in hell:’ Michigan Democrats decry $645M funding halt by House Republicans
Among the programs blocked from continued funding are those providing wigs for children with cancer and mental health services for children who have been sexually assaulted, House Democrats say.
www.mlive.com
December 11, 2025 at 9:33 PM
Wait Sherrone Moore got arrested, too??
December 11, 2025 at 12:47 AM
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The Lions trotted out the old OG rotation vs. the Cowboys, and it worked out well. Miles Frazier 'earned' right to play that game, maybe that's how they roll until Christian Mahogany returns www.freep.com/story/sports...
Lions use OG rotation; Miles Frazier 'earned' right to play vs Cowboys
Miles Frazier, a fifth-round pick out of LSU, played 26 snaps at LG in his NFL debut in last week's win over the Dallas Cowboys
www.freep.com
December 8, 2025 at 5:40 PM
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In the 4.5-mile bike ride to pick up my kids from school, I found the following in painted bike lanes: at least 6 trash bins, a parked car, a parked firefighter truck (likely lunch break), and a parked city maintenance vehicle. This is unacceptable, and another reason why paint is not infrastructure
December 5, 2025 at 8:22 PM
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D.J. Reed didn't mince words after allowing 105 yards in coverage, saying "I didn't play good" before making a redemptive game-sealing interception.
Lions CB had a brutally honest admission about getting torched by CeeDee Lamb
D.J. Reed didn't mince words after allowing 105 yards in coverage, saying "I didn't play good" before making a redemptive game-sealing interception.
www.mlive.com
December 5, 2025 at 11:17 PM
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Today's "Three and Out" column is a little late thanks to the primetime schedule and Branch's injury. I tackle the rediscovery of grit in a season lacking it, coaches pulling the right levers and Frazier's surprising debut: www.detroitfootball.net/p/three-and-...
Three and Out: Lions find their moxie in face of adversity and coaching decisions deliver in big win over Cowboys
Here are three observations after a second viewing and a night to ponder the Detroit Lions’ 44-30 win over the Dallas Cowboys.
www.detroitfootball.net
December 5, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Even sounds like the defender broke some ankles.
Oh man, this angle.
December 5, 2025 at 3:40 AM
Monty!! #lions #tnf
December 5, 2025 at 2:23 AM
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December 3, 2025 at 9:26 PM
Any good raising chickens/maintaining a chicken coop books?
December 4, 2025 at 4:39 PM
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Ireland women's Under-19 team struck up an a cappella version of Amhrán na bhFiann before a European Championship qualifier in Bulgaria after organisers mistakenly played Britain's God Save the King over the speakers
Irish team sing anthem after God Save the King blunder
Ireland women's Under-19 team struck up an a cappella version of Amhran na bhFiann before a European Championship qualifier in Bulgaria today after organisers mistakenly played Britain's 'God Save the...
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November 26, 2025 at 6:58 PM
The power brokers only care about power and who the hell the little Charlie Browns are who get trampled in their game doesn't mean a hoot in hell to them.
November 24, 2025 at 2:30 PM
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In honor of Larry Summers, I asked the female members of my college class (1987) to say if they had any experiences with sexual harassment by teachers/professors, back when this was tolerated as, I dunno, the cost of attending college, and OH MY GOD.
November 21, 2025 at 12:13 AM
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In recent weeks, at least 23 infants in the U.S. have been infected with botulism in an outbreak linked to ByHeart powdered infant formula
Experts Explain How Botulism Toxin Can End Up in Baby Formula
In recent weeks, at least 23 infants in the U.S. have been infected with botulism in an outbreak linked to ByHeart powdered infant formula
www.scientificamerican.com
November 18, 2025 at 7:23 PM
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One analytical model shows that, as of November 5th, the dismantling of U.S.A.I.D. has already caused the deaths of 600,000 people, two-thirds of them children. https://newyorkermag.visitlink.me/jUzNSc
The Shutdown of U.S.A.I.D. Has Already Killed Hundreds of Thousands
The short documentary “Rovina’s Choice” tells the story of what goes when aid goes.
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November 6, 2025 at 9:00 PM
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Today is the Sports Equinox, one of the few times where many of America’s pro-sports play on the same day. We wish our MLBPA, NFLPA, MLSPA, and NHLPA union members the best during their games today. As you watch them play, remember that they’re union strong!
October 27, 2025 at 11:10 PM
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October 27, 2025 at 8:37 PM
2025’s motto: it’s easier to destroy than build.
October 23, 2025 at 5:50 PM
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Additionally, housing prices remain out of reach for many people, including those who work on the island.
Half of Southwest Harbor homes may sit empty part of the year
Additionally, housing prices remain out of reach for many people, including those who work on the island.
www.bangordailynews.com
October 15, 2025 at 8:18 PM
My dad would blast the Beatles and Bruce when we painted. Me for my daughter? Jack’s Mannequin. She’s a Dark Blue kinda gal.
October 12, 2025 at 3:29 PM
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I just tried doing this (with “Yakety Sax”), but can’t figure out how to upload it so the sound works.
September 29, 2025 at 2:16 AM
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"The Great Society programs sought to create a more diverse, racially egalitarian society where opportunity could flourish for everyone, regardless of background." www.bangordailynews.com/2025/09/26/o...
Opinion: LBJ’s Great Society is being unraveled
"Johnson’s ambitious programs generated significant backlash. Ever since the 1970s, Republicans have tried to roll back many elements of his Great Society."
www.bangordailynews.com
September 26, 2025 at 2:11 PM
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Detroit Lions put on offensive clinic in epic Monday Night Football win vs Ravens www.freep.com/story/sports...
Detroit Lions put on offensive clinic in epic Monday Night Football win vs Ravens
The Detroit Lions made all the big plays down the stretch on Monday Night Football in a 38-30 win over Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens.
www.freep.com
September 23, 2025 at 4:34 AM