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President Biden's Dog Champ Dies
Saturday, June 19, 2021
The older of two German shepherds belonging to President Biden and first lady Jill Biden has died, they said Saturday. Champ joined the family at the start of Joe Biden's tenure as vice president.
NASA Makes New Plans For Ingenuity Helicopter On Mars
Saturday, May 01, 2021
NASA announced Friday that it would be increasing operational testing on its Ingenuity helicopter following four successful test flights off the surface of Mars.
TSA Extends Mask Mandate Aboard Flights Through Summer As Travel Increases
Saturday, May 01, 2021
Even as COVID-19 cases decrease and more Americans get vaccinated, the Transportation Security Administration is keeping strict regulations on wearing masks when traveling domestically.
China Fines Alibaba $2.8 Billion For Breaking Anti-Monopoly Law
Saturday, April 10, 2021
The tech giant received a historically large fine Saturday from the Chinese government. Alibaba says it will comply with the fine and "ensure its compliance with determination."
U.K. Military Gun Salutes Honor Prince Philip A Day After His Death
Saturday, April 10, 2021
The United Kingdom mourns the loss of Philip, who died Friday at the age of 99, with salutes in the capitals of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland. A small funeral is set for April 17.
Biden Administration: Here Are His Cabinet Members And Key Advisers
Wednesday, March 17, 2021
President Biden's aides are beginning to put policy into action, while the U.S. Senate is taking up his nominees.
The Cat Who Came Back: Patches, Believed Killed In Mudslide, Shows Up 3 Years Later
Thursday, January 14, 2021
A calico cat thought to have died with her owner in the mudslides that swept through California's Santa Barbara County in 2018 has been found and reunited with her late owner's partner.
GOP Leaders Condemn Sen. Josh Hawley After Pro-Trump Riot At U.S. Capitol
Friday, January 08, 2021
The Missouri senator is being criticized for being a leader of the baseless challenge to the results of the presidential election, which led to the storming of Capitol Hill by Trump extremists.
Senate Leader McConnell Accepts Resignation of Senate Sergeant-At-Arms
Thursday, January 07, 2021
One day after rioters stormed the building, Democratic and Republican lawmakers are taking steps to assess the security flaws at the Capitol.
Police Confirm Death Of Officer Injured During Attack On Capitol
Thursday, January 07, 2021
The Capitol Police said that officer Brian Sicknick died from his injuries and that several other officers injured in the attack remain hospitalized.
Pelosi Reconvenes The U.S. House: 'Our Purpose Will Be Accomplished'
Wednesday, January 06, 2021
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has brought House lawmakers back to resume debate hours after rioters breached the U.S. Capitol. Lawmakers are expected to validate President-elect Joe Biden's win.
'We're Just Astonished That This Is Happening,' Sen. Tammy Duckworth Says
Wednesday, January 06, 2021
The Illinois Democrat talked to NPR about what she experienced as pro-Trump rioters stormed the U.S. Capitol. "Frankly, we're anxious to get back to work," she said from an undisclosed location.
Congress Reconvenes After Pro-Trump Mob Brings Chaos To The Capitol
Wednesday, January 06, 2021
Supporters of President Trump, echoing his false claims that the election was stolen, breached the U.S. Capitol in an unprecedented attack. Amid the assault, a woman was killed.
Saudi Arabia And Qatar Lower Tensions In U.S.-Backed Agreement
Tuesday, January 05, 2021
After three years of disagreement and rising frustrations between the two U.S. allies, Saudi and Qatari leaders met Tuesday to sign an agreement that lifts current restrictions on Qatar.
D.C. Police Arrest Leader Of The Proud Boys Ahead Of Far-Right Protests
Monday, January 04, 2021
White nationalists are returning to Washington to voice support for President Trump. Last month's protests turned violent with clashes among extremists, counterdemonstrators and bystanders.
Iran Tells U.N. Agency It Will Enrich Uranium Back To Pre-Nuclear Deal Level Of 20%
Friday, January 01, 2021
Iran has exceeded some limits of the 2015 agreement in the past but this move would mark a notable step toward strengthening its nuclear capacity. The U.S. withdrew from the pact in 2018.
Countries Juggle New Year's Celebrations With Ongoing Pandemic Concerns
Thursday, December 31, 2020
People all around the world are saying goodbye to 2020, but as coronavirus cases surge in many regions, New Year's Eve events have been seriously scaled down.
Multiple Coronavirus Cases After Republican Christmas Party In New York
Wednesday, December 30, 2020
A video featuring unmasked attendees went viral last week on Twitter. On Wednesday, three people who were at the party were reported to have tested positive for the coronavirus.
Argentina Legalizes Abortion In Historic Senate Vote
Wednesday, December 30, 2020
Argentina will legalize abortion following a successful vote in the Senate early Wednesday. The decision could send shock waves throughout the heavily Roman Catholic region of Latin America.
Louisville Police To Fire 2 More Officers Involved In Death Of Breonna Taylor
Tuesday, December 29, 2020
One officer wasn't at the raid but applied for the search warrant with misleading information. The move comes months after the department fired another detective.