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Stephen Miller’s ‘worst bet ever’ put the ‘blood of many’ on his hands: ex-GOP operative
A former Republican strategist said Monday that Stephen Miller, one of President Donald Trump‘s top aides, has gambled on stifling free speech and using fear to maintain power — but there’s a chance it won’t work. In a Substack video, Steve Schmidt called out the White House deputy chief of staff, whom he referred to…
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The Galaxy Card Is Samsung’s Answer to the Apple Card
Nearly seven years after Apple debuted the Apple Card, Samsung is following the iPhone maker’s footsteps with the Galaxy Card, aiming for its own slice of the credit card market. The announcement comes two days before Samsung’s second Galaxy Unpacked event of the year, where it’s expected to showcase new smartwatches and folding smartphones. The…
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Father-son duo kidnapped U.S. Forest Service workers, held them hostage, feds say
Federal authorities have charged a father-son duo with kidnapping federal employees after a dramatic incident last week in which prosecutors say two U.S. Forest Service employees in California were held at gunpoint, zip-tied and kept inside a trailer for some 15 hours. U.S. Atty. Eric Grant of the Eastern District of California announced Mondaythat 49-year-old…
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The case against the Reflecting Pool vandal faces dismissal
U.S. Attorney Jeanine Pirro’s felony destruction of property case against 67-year-old three-time Olympian David Hearn faces dismissal after government prosecutors destroyed the alleged evidence. Hearn was indicted July 2 for allegedly damaging the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool’s liner on June 19. When defense attorneys accessed the drained pool on July 16 with Assistant U.S. Attorney…
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Seven small towns that are booming in California — bucking the exodus trend
Lured by cheaper homes and good schools, more Californians are embracing small-town life. Seven rural and suburban towns across the state are bucking California’s population loss — each growing more than 25% population-wise over the past 15 years, according to a new analysis by the San Francisco Chronicle. The communities have a few things in…
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‘RHOC’ alum Jeana Keough’s kids gives update on ‘strong’ mom after tongue cancer diagnosis
“Real Housewives of Orange County” alum Jeana Keough’s kids shared an encouraging update after it was revealed she was battling tongue cancer. “She’s strong through this,” the former reality star’s son Shane told Us Weekly in an interview published Monday. “She’s got a good support network down there,” he continued, referring to her Southern California…
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Cyclospriasis cases climb; probe into Taylor Farms produce continues after false positive
A recent sample of lettuce from Taylor Farms that detected the cyclosporiasis parasite was a false positive, federal officials say, but there is still “overwhelming” data to support the California-based company’s current recall of produce amid the outbreak. On X, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration stated, “To clarify, this false positive lab sample does…
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“The King of the North” is Britain’s new PM
This story appeared in Today, Explained, a daily newsletter that helps you understand the most compelling news and stories of the day. Subscribe here. The first thing you need to know about the UK’s new prime minister is that he’s previously moonlighted as a DJ. Okay: probably not the first thing you needed to know.…
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‘Literal shortages’ mere weeks away as Trump’s war reaches ‘catastrophic’ heights: analyst
Conservative commentator and journalist Saagar Enjeti sounded the alarm Monday over the United States’ dwindling supply of crude oil reserves, which, should the U.S. war against Iran continue, could bring about “literal shortages” in a matter of weeks, he warned. The U.S.-Iran ceasefire collapsed earlier this month, and both sides have exchanged fire over the…
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Sunset Boulevard remains closed indefinitely as ruptured trunk line repairs continue ‘into this week’
A section of Sunset Boulevard could continue to be closed for days as crews repair a ruptured trunk line that inundated West Hollywood with about 17 million gallons of water last week. Officials on Friday said they had hoped the iconic roadway would be reopened by Monday, but repairs are taking longer. Sunset Boulevard is…