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Faculty to hold no-confidence vote in UT-Austin president: President Jay Hartzell defended the response but faculty criticized the presence of armed state ...
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Faculty to hold no-confidence vote in UT-Austin president
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RFK Jr. threatens to challenge TikTok ban: It’s just a ‘smoke screen’: Independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. threatened to challenge a ...
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RFK Jr. threatens to challenge TikTok ban: It’s just a ‘smoke screen’
Quick Glance: ByteDance Would Consider Closing TikTok in US Over Sale, Sources Claim
  • ByteDance would prefer to cease TikTok operations rather than engage in a sale if all legal avenues are exhausted to combat potential legislation banning the platform in US app stores, as per four sources.

  • Despite TikTok's massive popularity with over a billion users, it remains unprofitable, contributing a small fraction to ByteDance's overall revenues and daily active user base.

  • ByteDance stated on Thursday in a release on Toutiao, a media platform it possesses, that there are no intentions to sell TikTok, in response to claims from The Information about ByteDance exploring sale scenarios for TikTok's US operations excluding the recommending algorithm for user videos.

  • As of December, ByteDance's valuation stood at $268 billion when it proposed a buyback of approximately $5 billion in shares from investors.
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Biden administration pushes back plan to ban menthol cigarettes: The Biden administration has reportedly abandoned its plans to ban menthol cigarettes after ...
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Biden administration pushes back plan to ban menthol cigarettes
Quick Glance: Biden administration faces delays in menthol cigarettes ban
  • The planned implementation of a ban on menthol cigarettes in the US is expected to take 'significantly more time,' according to US Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra in a statement on Friday.

  • In April 2022, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) initially announced the ban on the popular mint flavor, setting a deadline for August 2023. Final rules were sent to the White House Office of Management and Budget for review in October, with the status listed as 'pending.'

  • According to the proposed FDA regulations, the manufacturing and sale of menthols would be prohibited, without direct regulation of smokers themselves.

  • A prohibition on menthol cigarettes could potentially save up to 650,000 lives over the next 40 years, with a third of these lives being saved within the black community, as stated by the Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids.
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NFL Draft in Detroit sets attendance record: Roger Goodell announced the 2024 draft set the single-day attendance record with 275,000 people.
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NFL Draft in Detroit sets attendance record
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Trump slams RFK Jr. in latest social media rant: ‘Wasted protest vote’: Former President Trump came out swinging against independent presidential candidate ...
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Trump slams RFK Jr. in latest social media rant: ‘Wasted protest vote’
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Trump could be held in contempt of court — a punishment only one other president faced
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Trump could be held in contempt of court — a punishment only one other ...
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Biden's happy polling surprise, thanks to RFK Jr.: "People are beginning to listen."
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Biden's happy polling surprise, thanks to RFK Jr.
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Emerson College students to vote on resolution on president's resignation: The student government unanimously approved a no-confidence resolution in the school's ...
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Emerson College students to vote on resolution on president's resignation
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Why Putin needs Trump to win : Vladimir Putin is still counting on a Trump victory in November to take America off the field.
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Why Putin needs Trump to win 
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Ty Cobb ‘almost certain’ Trump election interference case won’t be tried before election
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Ty Cobb ‘almost certain’ Trump election interference case won’t be tried ...
Quick Glance: Trump's Disregard for Democratic Principles
  • Donald Trump's claim of absolute immunity for criminal acts as president is an assault on common sense and a perversion of the fundamental principle of American democracy.

  • The Supreme Court's decision to take the case may delay the former president's trial and deprive the public of the right to know if he attempted to undermine the sacred process of presidential succession.

  • The Supreme Court's direct intervention in the 2024 presidential election deprives voters of critical information and could lead to a constitutional crisis if Trump is re-elected and convicted.

  • The notion that the president is above the law and can pardon himself is a radical contempt for republican government, revealing Trump's vision of unchecked royal power.
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Celebs head to DC for correspondents’ dinner: Here’s who’s coming: From “Black Widow” actor Scarlett Johansson — seemingly in town to support husband Colin Jost ...
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Celebs head to DC for correspondents’ dinner: Here’s who’s coming
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Zelensky: Latest US military aid to Ukraine ‘critical’: Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky extended his gratitude to the U.S. Tuesday after the Senate ...
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Zelensky: Latest US military aid to Ukraine ‘critical’
Quick Glance: Biden signs Comprehensive Military Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan
  • President Biden announces the signing of a substantial $95 billion military assistance package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, with a significant portion of the funds directed towards Ukraine.

  • Despite initial resistance from Republicans in Congress, Biden has signed the aid package, highlighting the reinforcement of allies and ensuring prompt deliveries to Ukraine.

  • The assistance for Ukraine includes weapons and military equipment valued at around $1 billion, encompassing artillery shells and air defense missiles.

  • Military analysts do not foresee significant changes on the frontlines in eastern Ukraine, while the US support aims to aid Ukraine in operations in southern Ukraine, particularly focusing on Crimea and the Black Sea.
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Trump, allies were part of Michigan fake elector scheme, investigator testifies: A Michigan prosecutor testified Wednesday that former President Trump and senior ...
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Trump, allies were part of Michigan fake elector scheme, investigator ...
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Turkey’s Erdogan postpones White House visit: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan postponed a White House meeting with President Joe Biden ...
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Turkey’s Erdogan postpones White House visit
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Former GOP rep who voted to impeach Trump drops Michigan Senate bid: Former Rep. Peter Meijer (R-Mich.) has dropped his bid for Senate, according to a statement ...
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Former GOP rep who voted to impeach Trump drops Michigan Senate bid
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Live updates: Pro-Palestinian protests at USC, Columbia University, college campuses nationwide
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Live updates: Pro-Palestinian protests at USC, Columbia University ...
Quick Glance: USC Main Commencement Canceled Amid Gaza War Protests
  • Protests against the Israel-Hamas war prompt the cancellation of USC's main graduation ceremony and numerous arrests at campuses nationwide.

  • Universities are grappling with protests that could disrupt upcoming commencement ceremonies and are considering changes to regulations regarding encampments and exams.

  • Some students demand schools sever ties with Israel, leading to accusations of antisemitism and concerns about safety on campus.

  • The wave of protests, inspired by events at Columbia University, has led to civil rights investigations into universities facing protests and complaints of discrimination amidst the Israel-Hamas conflict.
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Leaked USAID Document Concludes Israel Impeded Gaza Aid: "Biden is breaking the law and defying his own agencies to fund Israeli war crimes ...
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Leaked USAID Document Concludes Israel Impeded Gaza Aid
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Column: When Chicago’s sports executives speak, people listen — then decipher the real meaning
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Column: When Chicago’s sports executives speak, people listen — then ...
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Johnson calls for Columbia president to resign ahead of university visit: House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) called for Columbia University’s president to resign ...
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Johnson calls for Columbia president to resign ahead of university visit
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Putin announces plans to visit China in May: Russian President Vladimir Putin said Thursday he plans to visit China in May, in what could become the first ...
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Putin announces plans to visit China in May
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Secret Service says agent on Harris’ detail was removed from assignment after distressing behavior
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Secret Service says agent on Harris’ detail was removed from assignment ...
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These are some of the oldest restaurants in Orange County: The county's oldest continuously operating dining establishments date back to the 1920s and ...
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These are some of the oldest restaurants in Orange County
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Ex-Trump lawyer: Latest Cohen remarks ‘direct violation’ of gag order: A onetime attorney to former President Trump said Wednesday that Trump’s latest attacks on ...
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Ex-Trump lawyer: Latest Cohen remarks ‘direct violation’ of gag order
Quick Glance: Trial Judge Evaluates Trump's Compliance with Gag Order
  • Former President Trump is on trial in New York for hush money issues. David Pecker from 'National Enquirer' testified about an agreement to manipulate stories about Trump and his rivals.

  • Concerns arose about Trump's violation of the gag order by criticizing court members. Mary McCord explained how the administration of justice can be disrupted by defendants' statements, leading to legal restrictions.

  • Despite reluctance to detain a former president, fines may be imposed for attacks on witnesses and judicial families. Threats to security and witness testimonies pose serious challenges to the trial's integrity.

  • Judges emphasize the importance of upholding justice by addressing threats and ensuring the safety of those involved in legal proceedings. The credibility of the trial hinges on maintaining a fair and secure environment.
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Supreme Court Justices’ Pro-Trump Immunity Arguments Make Zero Sense: Some justices seemed more concerned with what imagined future presidents might do to stay ...
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Supreme Court Justices’ Pro-Trump Immunity Arguments Make Zero Sense
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Emily Messer inaugurated as Texas Wesleyan University’s 21st president
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Emily Messer inaugurated as Texas Wesleyan University’s 21st president
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Chairman and past president of Pa. grocery store chain dies : Richard Redner, who was nicknamed “The Boss,” expanded the Reading-based chain from 10 to 44 ...
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Chairman and past president of Pa. grocery store chain dies
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Trump and Pals Named Unindicted Co-Conspirators in Michigan 2020 False Electors Plot
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Trump and Pals Named Unindicted Co-Conspirators in Michigan 2020 False ...
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Harvey Weinstein's rape conviction overturned by New York appeals court: Allegations of sexual assault against Weinstein helped spark the #MeToo movement.
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Harvey Weinstein's rape conviction overturned by New York appeals court
Quick Glance: Harvey Weinstein’s 2020 Rape Conviction Overturned
  • New York's highest court overturned Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction, disappointing those who celebrated historic gains during the #MeToo era.

  • The ruling was based on legal technicalities and did not exonerate Weinstein's behavior, according to #MeToo advocates.

  • Weinstein, convicted in Los Angeles for another rape, will face retrial in New York, despite remaining in prison.

  • The court criticized the admission of uncharged sexual acts as evidence, deeming it an abuse of judicial discretion.
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Less Rose Garden, more travel: Biden energizes his campaign: President Biden has been more visible as of late, traveling to battleground states and emphasizing ...
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Less Rose Garden, more travel: Biden energizes his campaign
Quick Glance: Biden criticizes Florida's abortion ban and holds Trump accountable
  • President Biden condemns the upcoming 6-week abortion ban in Florida.

  • He blames Trump for appointing justices who overturned Roe v. Wade.

  • Biden's campaign focuses on abortion rights to mobilize voters.

  • Efforts to leverage Florida's abortion laws for political gain are highlighted.
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Former Obama adviser says RFK Jr. ‘trend lines’ look good for Biden: The man who led former President Obama’s 2012 reelection campaign said early polling of the ...
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Former Obama adviser says RFK Jr. ‘trend lines’ look good for Biden
Quick Glance: Trump Uncertain About Impact of RFK Jr. on Election
  • While publicly expressing confidence, Trump is unsure how independent presidential candidate RFK Jr. will influence the election.

  • An NBC News poll revealed Kennedy has a stronger negative impact on Trump than Biden, as Republicans view him more favorably.

  • Kennedy attracts voters from both major parties and faces criticism from both sides, creating a dynamic election campaign.

  • Democrats fear Kennedy's fame and political stances may jeopardize support for Biden, while Republicans criticize his environmental and anti-corporate positions.
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Month after announcement, RFK Jr.'s running mate, Nicole Shanahan, remains in the shadows
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Month after announcement, RFK Jr.'s running mate, Nicole Shanahan ...
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Biden, Trump tied for first time in months in 3-way race with RFK Jr.: President Biden and former President Trump are tied in the latest national polling average ...
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Biden, Trump tied for first time in months in 3-way race with RFK Jr.
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Monica Lewinsky references her White House scandal with the Taylor Swift 'asylum' meme
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Monica Lewinsky references her White House scandal with the Taylor Swift ...
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AI takes center stage at correspondents’ weekend TGAIFriday Lunch: Washingtonians delved into the world of artificial intelligence (AI) on Friday at the ...
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AI takes center stage at correspondents’ weekend TGAIFriday Lunch
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Iran ready to forge stronger ties with Sri Lanka, Raisi says: Iran is ready to strengthen ties with Sri Lanka and other Asian countries, its president ...
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Iran ready to forge stronger ties with Sri Lanka, Raisi says
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Political party scene heats up for correspondents’ dinner: Here’s what’s happening
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Political party scene heats up for correspondents’ dinner: Here’s what’s ...
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Can an independent candidate like RFK Jr. win the presidency?: There is no requirement that a candidate belong to a major political party. That said ...
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Can an independent candidate like RFK Jr. win the presidency?
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Columbia president Minouche Shafik faces criticism in all directions: When Minouche Shafik was announced as Columbia University’s president last year ...
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Columbia president Minouche Shafik faces criticism in all directions