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Nation / World

Published
August 3, 2021

Biden calls on Cuomo to resign after probe finds governor sexually harassed multiple women

The president joins New York's two Democratic U.S. senators in calling for the Democratic governor to step down.
Published
August 3, 2021

Officer dead, suspect killed in violence outside Pentagon

Investigators were trying to determine a motive for the attack and digging into the suspect’s background.
Published
August 3, 2021

New York City will require proof of vaccination for indoor dining, gyms

The new requirement, which will go into effect Aug. 16, applies to indoor dining, gyms and indoor entertainment venues.
Published
August 3, 2021

Biles sticks landing in balance beam, wins Olympic bronze

Biles used a double-pike dismount with no twisting required to earn her seventh Olympic medal.
Published
August 2, 2021

Senate opens debate on $1 trillion bipartisan infrastructure bill

The bill calls for $550 billion in new spending over 5 years – one of the most substantial expenditures on the nation’s roads, bridges, waterworks, broadband and the electric grid in years.

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Published
August 2, 2021

In heat emergency, southern Europe scrambles for resources

Greece's prime minister described the weather conditions as the most severe since a deadly heat wave in 1987.
Published
August 2, 2021

U.S. expands Afghan refugee program as Taliban violence rises

It now includes current and former employees of U.S.-based news organizations and relief groups that receive U.S. funding.
Published
August 2, 2021

Lindsey Graham 1st vaccinated senator to test positive for COVID-19

The South Carolina senator says he is experiencing mild symptoms, will quarantine for 10 days, and is glad he was vaccinated.
Published
August 2, 2021

U.S. hits Biden’s target of 70% of U.S. adults vaccinated, nearly a month later

The administration also hasn't hit its second July 4 goal of fully vaccinating 165 million Americans. It's about 8.5 million short.
Published
August 2, 2021

Water theft by illegal cannabis growers threatening supply in California, officials say

Stealing water is a long-running issue, but the severity of the current drought and the increasing number of illegal marijuana operations are making the problem worse, authorities say.