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• DHS watchdog asked the Secret Service for all Jan. 6 texts, then retracted the request in an email

  01-08-2022 23:03 via nbcnews.com
  
  In February 2021, the Department of Homeland Security’s watchdog agency asked the Secret Service for all Jan. 6 texts, but withdrew the request months later.
  
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• 'The water is coming!': First responders scramble to pull woman from flooding car

  01-08-2022 21:55 via cnn.com
  
  First responders rescued a woman trapped inside her vehicle in Weekes Wash, a stream 40 miles from Phoenix, but were unable to locate her dog.
  
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• Indigenous lawmaker refers to Queen Elizabeth II as 'colonizing'

  01-08-2022 21:46 via cnn.com
  
  Indigenous lawmaker Lidia Thorpe referred to the Queen of England as "the colonizing Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II" while being sworn into Australia's Parliament.
  
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• White House warns China against escalations over Pelosi's potential trip to Taiwan

  01-08-2022 21:33 via cnn.com
  
  Biden administration officials are warning China not to take escalatory actions amid House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's prospective trip to Taiwan, emphasizing that the potential visit would not mark a shift in American foreign policy.
  
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• England and France have had their driest July in decades

  01-08-2022 21:17 via cnn.com
  
  England has recorded its driest July since 1935, and France its driest since 1959, as a record-breaking heatwave swept through both countries.
  
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• 'Women now have finally arrived': Former England star on the Lionesses' Euros win

  01-08-2022 21:06 via cnn.com
  
  England and Arsenal's legendary former striker Kelly Smith discusses the evolution of women's football, and what still needs to be done to expand the reach of the women's game.
  
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• 'Women now have finally arrived': former England star Kelly Smith on the Lionesses' Euros win

  01-08-2022 21:06 via cnn.com
  
  England and Arsenal's legendary former striker Kelly Smith discusses the evolution of women's football, and what still needs to be done to expand the reach of the women's game.
  
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• What would be the first visit by a US House Speaker in 25 years comes at a low point in relations with China

  01-08-2022 20:29 via cnn.com
  
  • 'Win hearts and minds' in Taiwan and Hong Kong, Chinese leader Xi urges Communist Party
  
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• What will be the first visit by a US House Speaker in 25 years comes at a low point in relations with China

  01-08-2022 20:29 via cnn.com
  
  • 'Win hearts and minds' in Taiwan and Hong Kong, Chinese leader Xi urges Communist Party
  
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• Shia factions mass in Baghdad raising fears of more unrest

  01-08-2022 20:09 via theguardian.com
  
  Rallies in support of cleric Moqtada al-Sadr follow occupation of Iraqi parliament amid a political vacuumProtesters from rival Shia blocs have taken to the streets of several Iraqi cities in a show of force that sparked fears of a descent into violence amid a 10-month political standoff about naming a new government.The rallies followed a weekend occupation of the Iraqi parliament by supporters of the powerful Shia cleric Moqtada al-Sadr, who has called for the post-2003 political system in Ira
  
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• Former Australia PM: Expect a 'colorful response' from China over Pelosi visit

  01-08-2022 19:57 via cnn.com
  
  Former Australian Prime Minister and Asia Society CEO Kevin Rudd says US Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi's planned visit to Taiwan is "unwise" and warns it will raise tensions again.
  
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• WATCH: Puppy rescued from ruins of McKinney Fire

  01-08-2022 19:31 via abcnews.go.com
  
  A photographer capturing the damage caused by California wildfires comes to the aid of a puppy wandering through the ruins of the area.
  
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• African nations expected to make case for big rise in fossil fuel output

  01-08-2022 18:44 via theguardian.com
  
  Exclusive: leaders expected to say at Cop27 they need access to their oil and gas reserves despite effect on global heatingLeaders of African countries are likely to use the next UN climate summit in November to push for massive new investment in fossil fuels in Africa, according to documents seen by the Guardian.New exploration for gas, and the exploitation of Africa’s vast reserves of oil, would make it close to impossible for the world to limit global heating to 1.5C above pre-industria
  
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• US unveils new sanctions targeting 'illicit' support for Iranian oil industry

  01-08-2022 18:36 via cnn.com
  
  The United States on Monday unveiled a new tranche of sanctions targeting "illicit" support for the Iranian oil industry as prospects for reviving the Iran nuclear deal continue to dim.
  
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• Beyoncé to re-record lyrics to new song after using ableist slur

  01-08-2022 18:12 via cnn.com
  
  Beyoncé says she will remove an ableist slur from her new album, "Renaissance," after facing online backlash and criticism from disability campaigners.
  
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• Pelosi expected to visit Taiwan, officials say

  01-08-2022 17:59 via cnn.com
  
  • 'Win hearts and minds' in Taiwan and Hong Kong, Chinese leader Xi urges Communist Party
  
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• What's behind Iraq's explosive political crisis?

  01-08-2022 17:46 via cnn.com
  
  Iraq is in the midst of its worst and longest political crisis in years. At the center of this overheating conflict stands Iraqi political kingmaker Moqtada al-Sadr and a rival bloc of parties with strong ties to neighboring Iran.
  
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• Timed Teaser: How much for Johnny Depp's drawings?

  01-08-2022 17:42 via bbc.co.uk
  
  Test your knowledge of the news these last few days - 10 questions, 10 seconds each. Go!
  
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• Europe's last panda discovered from teeth held in a Bulgarian museum collection

  01-08-2022 17:36 via cnn.com
  
  A previously unknown species of giant panda that roamed Europe's wetlands 6 million years ago has been identified after the discovery of two teeth stored in a Bulgarian museum.
  
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• Model 'shaking with rage' after prosthetic leg is edited out of campaign image

  01-08-2022 17:31 via cnn.com
  
  Three women who believe their images were used in a Spanish "body positivity" campaign have said their likenesses were used and edited without permission — including a woman whose prosthetic leg was edited out of the image, and a woman who believes her face was edited onto the body of a woman who had a mastectomy.
  
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• Deadly California wildfire is creating its own weather

  01-08-2022 17:26 via cnn.com
  
  A wildfire in Northern California exploded in size over the weekend, triggering evacuations and becoming the state's largest wildfire so far this year, according to CAL FIRE.
  
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• Cognitive decline linked to ultraprocessed food, study finds

  01-08-2022 17:18 via cnn.com
  
  Eating ultraprocessed foods for more than 20% of your daily calorie intake every day could set you on the road to cognitive decline, a new study revealed.
  
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• Dozens found dead in flooding and death toll is expected to rise in Kentucky

  01-08-2022 16:39 via cnn.com
  
  As the death toll in flood-stricken areas of Kentucky continues to rise, rescue workers and officials are focused on recovering missing people in several counties and coordinating vital aid for thousands of displaced residents.
  
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• England looks to future as it celebrates Women's Euro 2022 victory at packed out Trafalgar Square

  01-08-2022 16:18 via cnn.com
  
  England legend and now TV presenter Alex Scott summed up the mood of the nation perfectly: "Hashtag who cares? Millions care. Millions. And like our England captain said, this tournament may be over, but this is just the start of a magical journey."
  
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• WATCH: 1st ship carrying Ukrainian grain leaves Odesa port

  01-08-2022 16:15 via abcnews.go.com
  
  The first ship carrying Ukrainian grain departs Odesa under an internationally brokered deal.
  
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• Nigerian street vendor killed in broad daylight in Italy, sparking national outrage

  01-08-2022 16:06 via cnn.com
  
  The killing of a Nigerian man in broad daylight on the streets of an Italian seaside town while onlookers watched has sparked outcry and renewed a conversation about racism and crimes against migrants in the country ahead of elections next month.
  
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• 'Go to hell': Journalist's message to Iranian government after man with loaded AK-47 was arrested near her home

  01-08-2022 16:04 via cnn.com
  
  Iranian journalist and activist Masih Alinejad joins CNN's New Day to discuss the recent arrest of an armed man near her family's home in Brooklyn, New York. Alinejad was also targeted in an alleged kidnapping plot last year by Iranian nationals after speaking out against the Iranian regime. Iran's Ministry of Foreign Affairs denied any involvement, calling the accusation "baseless and ridiculous," according to semi-official Iranian state media.
  
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• George Takei, J.J. Abrams and more pay tribute to late 'Star Trek' actress Nichelle Nichols

  01-08-2022 15:50 via cnn.com
  
  George Takei and J.J. Abrams paid tribute to the late "Star Trek" actress Nichelle Nichols, who died Saturday at the age of 89.
  
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• Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson suspended for six games for violating NFL's personal conduct policy, per ​​ESPN, citing anonymous source

  01-08-2022 15:41 via cnn.com
  
  Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson has been suspended for six games for violating the National Football League's (NFL) personal conduct policy amid sexual misconduct allegations against him, according to ESPN citing an unnamed source.
  
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• How inflation pushed KFC to put chicken feet on the menu in China

  01-08-2022 15:15 via cnn.com
  
  For years, KFC customers in China wondered why the chain didn't sell chicken feet, which are a delicacy in the country.
  
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• First grain ship departs Odesa under UN deal

  01-08-2022 15:12 via edition.cnn.com
  
  • Ukrainian FM calls resumption of grain exports a 'day of relief for the world'
  • Former high-level Russian official who left Putin's government reportedly hospitalized
  
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• There's a good reason Jon Stewart is angry at Ted Cruz

  01-08-2022 15:06 via cnn.com
  
  "Their constituents are dying. And they're going to get it done after recess?"
  
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• 1st Capitol rioter to stand trial faces sentencing

  01-08-2022 14:56 via abcnews.go.com
  
  The first man to stand trial for his role in last year's insurrection at the U.S. Capitol will be sentenced on Monday in federal court in Washington, D.C.
  
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• Crypto can't rely on the government to save it from itself

  01-08-2022 14:48 via cnn.com
  
  Cryptocurrency is having an existential crisis. Last month, crypto lender Celsius filed for bankruptcy protection. It has frozen withdrawals since June 12, and it's unclear if or when customers will get their money back. But Celsius is just one domino to fall.
  
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• Former high-level Russian official who left Putin's government reportedly hospitalized

  01-08-2022 14:47 via cnn.com
  
  Former high-level Russian official Anatoly Chubais is in a European hospital suffering from symptoms of Guillain-Barre syndrome, a neurological condition, according to prominent Russian journalist and TV personality Ksenia Sobchak.
  
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• Is this as good as it gets for Big Oil?

  01-08-2022 14:40 via cnn.com
  
  The highest oil prices in a decade. A renewed government focus on energy security. Huge demand for refining crude so it can be used as fuel.
  
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• USDA getting tougher on salmonella in chicken products

  01-08-2022 14:32 via abcnews.go.com
  
  The U.S. Department of Agriculture is proposing new regulations that would force food processors to reduce the amount of salmonella bacteria found in some raw chicken products or risk shutdowns
  
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• Passenger fined $1,874 after two undeclared McMuffins found in luggage

  01-08-2022 14:31 via cnn.com
  
  A passenger traveling from Bali, Indonesia to Australia has found themselves paying a hefty price for a McDonald's breakfast.
  
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• Pope to Kazakhstan Sept. 13-15, may meet Russia patriarch

  01-08-2022 14:30 via abcnews.go.com
  
  The Vatican says Pope Francis will travel next month to Kazakhstan
  
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• Two pilots took off in plane, but only one was left when it landed. Hear why

  01-08-2022 14:09 via cnn.com
  
  The body of a man who exited an aircraft mid-flight during an emergency landing near Raleigh, North Carolina, has been recovered, authorities said. CNN's Nadia Romero reports on the investigation into his death.
  
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• Doctors describe impact of abortion bans 1 month after Supreme Court ruling

  01-08-2022 14:08 via abcnews.go.com
  
  Doctors in several states told ABC News they are worried for their patients' care.
  
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• What you need to know about Pelosi's expected visit to Taiwan

  01-08-2022 14:04 via cnn.com
  
  US House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's expected visit to Taiwan has resulted in stern warnings from Beijing and mounting concerns in Washington.
  
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• Inside Sienna Miller's charming English country cottage

  01-08-2022 13:59 via cnn.com
  
  British actor Sienna Miller is no newcomer to the countryside. In fact, she bought her idyllic rural bolthole over a decade ago. The purchase came after Miller's big industry breaks "Alfie" (2004) and "Layer Cake" (2004); a brief but highly publicized relationship with co-star Jude Law and her subsequent anointment as one of the "It Girl"s of noughties London. "It was a time when there was a lot of press attention on me, and I wanted somewhere to escape," explained Miller, in an exclusive interv
  
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• Pat Carroll, voice of Ursula in Disney's 'The Little Mermaid,' dead at 95

  01-08-2022 13:58 via cnn.com
  
  Pat Carroll, the Emmy-winning actress best known as the voice of the villainous sea witch Ursula in Disney's "The Little Mermaid," has died at the age of 95.
  
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• UN brigade in Congo opened fire at border post, killing two

  01-08-2022 13:39 via cnn.com
  
  Soldiers returning from leave to a United Nations intervention brigade in Democratic Republic of Congo opened fire at a border post, killing at least two people and injuring 15 others, Congo's government and the UN peacekeeping force said on Sunday.
  
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• Nichelle Nichols of 'Star Trek' opened the door to the future, inspiring generations

  01-08-2022 13:39 via cnn.com
  
  The changes that "Star Trek" brought about to the global village sometimes seem as vast and multidimensional as that "final frontier" where several iterations of the Starship Enterprise have boldly gone for more than half a century now.
  
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• US begins court battle against publishing giants' merger

  01-08-2022 13:15 via abcnews.go.com
  
  The U.S. government and publishing titan Penguin Random House are set to exchange opening salvos in a federal antitrust trial
  
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• UK court holds last-minute hearing in life support battle

  01-08-2022 13:15 via abcnews.go.com
  
  A British court is holding an emergency hearing to determine whether a hospital can end life-support treatment for a 12-year-old boy who has suffered catastrophic brain damage
  
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• 'Mainland China is just threatening us,' Taiwanese man says

  01-08-2022 13:10 via cnn.com
  
  Senior Taiwanese and US government officials confirm to CNN that House Speaker Nancy Pelosi will visit Taiwan after her stop in Malaysia. CNN's Will Ripley has more.
  
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• Europe gets more bad news as recession fears deepen

  01-08-2022 13:01 via cnn.com
  
  Europe's biggest economy is suffering — and could spell trouble for the whole continent.
  
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