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An Agonizing Dilemma: When Obesity Prevents a Joint Replacement
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China announces joint naval, air drills with Russia
China's Defense Ministry has announced joint naval and air drills with Russia starting this month, underscoring the closeness between their militaries as Russia presses its grinding invasion of ...3 hours ago - China -
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Will Los Angeles 2028 be the moment when the Paralympics conquer America?
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Draghi immediately undercuts need for joint debt instrument to boost Europe
Former European Central Bank President Draghi on Monday laid out his vision for Europe to bolster what he called a “stuck” economy. But he immediately backtracked on the need for a joint instrument ...3 hours ago -
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WATCH: Watch this rescue dog's reaction when he sees whales off coast of San Diego
Fin, a golden retriever-Lab mix, always joins his owner Domenic Biagini, a videographer and whale tour operator, on his trips at sea.5 hours ago -
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China Opens More Sectors to Foreign Investment
China deepened its push to further open up the economy, eliminating restrictions on the manufacturing sector and expanding opportunities for foreign investment in the health sector.10 hours ago - China -
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Boeing agreed to raise wages by 25% for its largest union in a four-year pact aimed at preventing a strike, days before a potential walkout that would further strain the company.
Boeing agreed to raise wages by 25% for its largest union in a four-year pact aimed at preventing a strike, days before a potential walkout that would further strain the company.10 hours ago -
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When Steph could become first to reach eye-popping 3-point milestone
Golden State Warriors star Steph Curry has a chance establish a new 3-point club during the 2024-25 NBA season.18 hours ago -
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When Harris Says 'Lethal,' It's a Euphemism for 'Cheap'
The Trump and Biden administrations both aimed for a small military too reliant on technology.18 hours ago -
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Patriots defense comes up with wild goal-line play to prevent Bengals TD in first-half shutout of Cincinnati
A turnover at the goal line encapsulated a stunning first half in Cincinnati that had the Patriots pitching a shutout.19 hours ago - NFL -
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The Power of Presence: What Happens When You Really Show Up for Your People
Remember to stay in the moment with your employees.21 hours ago -
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Nikki Haley dodges when asked whether Trump is a good nominee
Former South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley dodged when she was asked whether she thinks former President Donald Trump is a good candidate, instead acknowledging only that she thinks he is "the ...21 hours ago - Donald Trump -
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When You Buy a Home, You Want Your Own Agent
Clients don’t know what they don’t know.22 hours ago -
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West Yorkshire Pension Fund buys 25% stake in flood prevention investor
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USMNT vs. Canada takeaways: Mentality issues, Tim Ream needs to be replaced and GK Patrick Schulte impresses
It was a game to forget for USA soccer, but there is plenty to learn after 90 poor minutesYesterday -
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Why is the Pope doing a long tour when he's so frail?
His packed trip to Asia involves three countries in which Catholics are a minority.Yesterday -
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Harris walks tightrope when it comes to taxes
Democrats say Vice President Harris’s decision to offer a more modest capital gains tax hike on the wealthy is a step in the right direction to win over voters concerned she’s too liberal or too ...Yesterday -
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What's happening and when on Paris Paralympics final day?
Your day-by-day guide to what is happening when - and who to watch out for - at the Paris 2024 Paralympics.Yesterday -
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Jordan Love injury: What this means for Packers, list of potential replacements as QB expected to miss time
Love was injured on the third-to-final play of Green Bay's season openerYesterday -
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‘He called me a liar’: I inherited a $650,000 house from my grandparents, but my husband says I’ll never have any money when I’m older. Is he right?
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When dogs recall toys, and horses plan ahead, are animals so different from us? | Martha Gill
We’re warned not to assign human qualities to other species, but evidence of their complex abilities is mounting. The details differ, but really it’s the same story, turning up every few weeks, for ...Yesterday -
The Hill - Politics
When can customers expect the next Costco price hike?
When can customers expect the next price hike? The former CFO had previously laid out a possible timeline.2 days ago -
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Speaker Mike Johnson Survived the Spring. Now Comes the Fall.
The GOP leader needs to thread the needle on funding the government this month and retaining the House majority in November.2 days ago -
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Selling a Cat Lover's Home When You're Not a Cat Person
One real-estate agent chased an owner’s cat through the woods. The other had to “think like a cat” to get them outside for showings.2 days ago -
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‘I wouldn’t dream of telling a stranger I hated their laugh’: how does it feel when your social media followers cross a line?
Sometimes being the subject of a ‘parasocial’ relationship can be positive. But then come the messages about my body, health or life choices … and it all gets a bit weird. . A close friend of mine ...2 days ago -
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Can Police Prevent a School Shooting If a Threat Is Not a Crime?
Officers are limited in their response to a possible threat of violence, but they are being trained to identify and monitor worrisome behavior earlier.2 days ago -
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Blind Date: ‘I showed too much disdain when he mentioned his friends working in the City’
Emi, 26, a trainee human rights lawyer, meets Hari, 26, a sports analyst. What were you hoping for? Someone to walk London’s Capital Ring with. Failing that, a free dinner. Continue reading...2 days ago -
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The best investment tip of all? Start when you’re young
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Georgia teacher was trying to protect his students when he was killed, witnesses say
Students say that Richard Aspinwall left his classroom after the shooting started to try to protect them. Richard Aspinwall, the mathematics teacher and football coach who was one of two teachers ...2 days ago -
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'Incoherent word salad': Trump stumbles when asked how he'd tackle child care
Donald Trump stumbled when asked if he'd prioritize child care costs and how he would handle the issue if elected president.2 days ago - Donald Trump
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Broken Again. A National Advocate for Drug Recovery Relapses.
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FDA Approved New Covid Shots. But Who Will Get Them?
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