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Separatist group claims multiple attacks that killed over 40 people in Pakistan
The outlawed Baluchistan Liberation Army group warned in a statement overnight into Tuesday of more attacks.
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In Eastern Ukraine, Terrifying Bombardment and Near Total Destruction
Powerful guided “glide bombs” have helped Russia raze entire towns with ever greater speed. “When you drive into a ruined town, it’s like hopelessness,” one soldier said.
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James Rodríguez returns to LaLiga with Rayo
LaLiga side Rayo Vallecano confirmed the signing of Colombia captain James Rodríguez on Monday on a free transfer.
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Tesla Chargers Are Still Closed to Most Electric Cars
Elon Musk’s plan to open Tesla’s charging network is proceeding slowly. Nobody is entirely sure why, or when that might change.
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The Short-Sighted Economic Populism of Harris and Trump
It’s worrisome to see the candidates talk down to voters.
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What Abraham Lincoln’s Wiliest Trick Should Teach Biden
A model of how a lame duck can nobly serve the nation.
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How Democrats View Kennedy and Trump: ‘A Weirdo Campaign Just Got Weirder’
Democrats once seriously worried that Robert F. Kennedy Jr. would be a spoiler. Now, after his endorsement of Donald Trump, they see a political opportunity.
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Book Review: ‘At War With Ourselves,’ by H.R. McMaster
A new memoir by the onetime national security adviser shows how the former president’s insecurities and weaknesses harmed U.S. foreign policy.
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A 102-year-old woman becomes the United Kingdom’s oldest skydiver
Manette Baillie broke the record Sunday during a tandem jump in eastern England. She was raising money for three organizations, including her local veterans club.
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Revisiting Tom Cruise’s ‘Eyes Wide Shut’ and ‘Magnolia’ Performances From 1999
Twenty-five years ago, the superstar starred in “Eyes Wide Shut” and “Magnolia,” and opened himself up for the camera in ways he rarely has since.
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Why Is the Loneliness Epidemic so Hard to Cure?
Maybe because we aren’t thinking about it in the right way.
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Morning news brief
There appears to be a respite in fighting across the Lebanon-Israel border. A supermarket merger is in the hands of a federal judge. Massachusetts town closes parks to stop a mosquito-born disease.
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Edgar Bronfman Jr. Drops Pursuit of Paramount
Mr. Bronfman had frantically put a bid together over the last week even as Paramount raised questions about his financing.
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‘Twilight Love’: Shanghai’s Lonely and Retired Are Looking for Love
China has the world’s largest population of people 65 or older, and more and more of them are unattached.
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His Siblings Gathered to Sell the Family Home. Then He Started Shooting.
Joseph DeLucia, despondent over the sale of the Long Island house where he lived with his mother, killed three siblings, a niece and himself, the police said.
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Source: Chelsea could rival Juve for Sancho deal
Chelsea are considering rivalling Juventus for the signing of Jadon Sancho, a source has told ESPN.
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Prosecutor to Politician: Can Kamala Harris Follow Keir Starmer’s Path to Power?
Like Kamala Harris, Prime Minister Keir Starmer was a prosecutor before embracing politics. The two share a few other traits.
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Dillon loses appeal in bid for playoff reinstatement
Austin Dillon's overly aggressive victory at Richmond Raceway won't land him a spot in the Cup Series playoffs.
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Hernández heroics lift Crew to Leagues Cup title
Columbus Crew forward Cucho Hernández led his team to a dramatic Leagues Cup final victory over LAFC after scoring a brace, including the decisive goal in the 92nd minute.
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Dawgs' Robinson II likely out; no word on Etienne
Injured Georgia tailback Roderick Robinson II will likely miss Saturday's game vs. No. 14 Clemson, while coach Kirby Smart won't say if Trevor Etienne will play.
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