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More Republican Senators Trade in the Stock Market Than Democrats, Records Show
Newsweek analyzed the periodic transaction reports of all senators and formed a list of Republican and Democrat lawmakers who have traded over the past year.
Case Dropped Against Suspect in Florida Mass Shooting Over Improperly Obtained Confession
Three people were killed and 20 were injured during the shooting on May 30, which investigators have said was spurred by a feud between two rival gangs.
Terrorist Attacks and Deaths Jumped 10 Percent Last Year as ISIS, al-Qa'ida Spread: Report
"These figures reflect, in part, the spread of ISIS branches and networks and al-Qa'ida affiliates, particularly in Africa," said Secretary of State Antony Blinken.
Claudette Colvin's Record Expunged 66 Years After Refusing to Leave Seat Near White Girls
Months before Rosa Parks, Colvin was 15 when she was arrested on March 2, 1955, for sitting toward the front of a bus in Alabama, violating segregation laws.
One Kitten's Sweet Story of Recovery Viewed 20 Million Times
"This video deserves an award. Felt like a movie," said one commenter about the kitten's journey to recovery.
Pastor Says God Told Him COVID Is 'Never Leaving' Until Churchgoers Take Off Masks
Pastor Shane Vaughn said those who are wearing face masks are walking in the "spirit of the antichrist."
Ghislaine Maxwell Trial: Defense's 1st Witness Says She Highly Respected Maxwell
"I looked up to her very much," said Maxwell's former assistant, who worked with her from 1996 to 2002.
Mike Lindell to Spend 'Whatever It Takes' on Claims Trump Won in 2020, Already Spent $25M
"I will spend every dime I have," the My Pillow CEO promised.
Police Officer in Critical Condition After Ambush, Shot While Sitting in Patrol Car
"We have a coward on the loose in Baltimore that we must and will find," Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott said after an unnamed officer was shot.
Bay Area Car Owners Leaving Trunks Open While Parked Amid Wave of Car Break-ins
Both the Oakland and San Francisco communities in California have reported a rise in vehicle break-ins this year.
Dog Found on 150-ft Cliff Returned to Owners After Going Missing for Weeks
Rescuers from an animal shelter had to construct a makeshift harness to help hoist the dog to safety.
Spectator Sports Face Uncertainties in the U.S. as NFL, NBA and NHL Battle COVID Surges
"Ten Bulls players, along with additional staff members, are currently in the NBA's Health and Safety protocol," the NBA recently announced.
How 'Extreme' States Are Preventing the End of the Death Penalty—Report
The 11 executions carried out in 2021 were the fewest since 1988, according to the Death Penalty Information Center's year-end report.
Mayfield Candle Factory Employees Sue Company for 'Flagrant Indifference' About Severe Weather
Eight employees at the factory were killed in a tornado nearly a week ago, and survivors have accused the company of threatening to fire them if they left.
Family Pitches In to Turn Home Into Real-Life Gingerbread House for the Holidays
Photos show crafted candies and cookies adorn the holiday-themed house.
Republicans Keep Trying to Blame Nancy Pelosi for Jan. 6
Lara Trump and Sean Hannity are the latest right-wing figures to use misinformation to attempt to put the blame for the Capitol attack on the House Speaker.
U.S. Health Care Spending Jumped 9.7 Percent to $4.1T in 2020, Government Report Shows
The government doubled its usual health care spending growth rate last year, with extra money going to Medicaid, COVID-19 measures and medical care providers.
COVID Testing Beset by Long Waits, Slow Turnaround As Demand Surges Across U.S.
Two years into the pandemic, Americans are still having to wait hours to get a COVID-19 test and days to get their results.
Despite Inflation, U.S. Home Construction Increases Nearly 12 Percent in November
According to the Commerce Department, the average price of a home in October was a record $407,700, an increase of 18 percent from last year.
Harvey Weinstein Could Be Headed for Retrial Due to 'Incredibly Prejudicial Testimony'
The New York panel argued the decision to use testimony from women whose sexual assault allegations were not part of his charges resulted in an unfair trial.
Latinx Cake Makers Have Been on Strike for Weeks as They Seek $1 Raise, Better Conditions
"We make ice cream cakes that are sold worldwide," one woman said. "We want a one-dollar raise. That is all we're asking for."
California's COVID Rules May Keep Workers Home if Exposed, Regardless of Vaccine Status
Both vaccinated and unvaccinated workers exposed to COVID-19 might have to self-isolate for 14 days.