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Nation / World

Published
May 25, 2021

Rallies, moments of silence mark year since George Floyd’s death

Floyd's death was captured by a bystander on a wrenching video that galvanized the racial justice movement and continues to ripple a year later.
Published
May 25, 2021

House Republican leaders condemn Marjorie Taylor Greene over Holocaust comments

The conservative firebrand and ally of former President Trump has thrived on stirring controversy, pushing conspiracy theories and confronting her colleagues, but until now, Republican leaders have hesitated to criticize her.
Published
May 25, 2021

It’s not just Arizona: Trump loyalists push to review 2020 ballots

The votes have been counted – and often recounted – and certified by local officials, but conspiracy theorists promote debate and legal wrangling that propel suspicions.
Published
May 25, 2021

U.S. to reopen Jerusalem consulate, restoring Palestinian ties

Former President Trump downgraded the U.S. consulate's operations and placed them under the authority of his ambassador to Israel when he moved the embassy to Jerusalem.
Published
May 25, 2021

Moderna says its COVID-19 shot works in kids as young as 12

The company says it will submit its data to the FDA and other global regulators for approval early next month.

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Published
May 24, 2021

Floyd’s death laid bare the ‘Minnesota Paradox’ of racism

The state's reputation for quality public services has concealed some of the U.S.'s worst racial disparities when it comes to education and wealth.
Published
May 24, 2021

Blinken off to Mideast to secure Gaza truce, push for aid

The secretary of state will visit the West Bank, Israel, Jordan and Egypt.
Published
May 24, 2021

White House, Kremlin aim for Biden-Putin summit in Geneva

It would be the first in-person meeting between the two since Biden took office.
Published
May 24, 2021

India virus death toll passes 300,000, 3rd highest in world

The vaccination push has slowed and many states say they don't have enough doses.
Published
May 24, 2021

U.S. warns against all travel to Japan as Olympics loom

Cases have started to rise, but the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee says it still anticipates American athletes will be able to safely compete.