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Haverford College is getting $25 million from ‘the godfather of Asian private equity’ for an institute on ethics

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Trump calls for 'election integrity' again. It's same ploy he used in 2020 and 2016.

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Pa’s primary will cement Casey, McCormick as nominees in a battleground US Senate race

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This Philly penthouse can be yours for $26 million, or $25,000 a month: Agents who sell Philadelphia's most expensive penthouses said that after a lackluster ...

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Are we all saying ‘Passyunk’ wrong?: The word Passyunk today is something of a defining Philadelphia word. We found five different pronunciations.

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Sticker shock: Home prices doubled in under 7 years in these major U.S. cities: Stunned by skyrocketing home prices? You’re not alone.

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Five takeaways from the Pennsylvania primaries: Voters went to the polls for the Pennsylvania primaries on Tuesday, cementing races up and down the ticket in ...

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Caught on camera: Bucks Co. Taco Bell manager saves choking baby: Surveillance video captured the moment a Taco Bell manager was hailed as a hero after helping ...

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To compete for scarce teachers, the Mastery Charter network is bumping up its starting salaries to $60K

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Why you need to hear O'Jays, Teddy Pendergrass, MFSB, Harold Melvin: With the Philly Soul Sound Vol. 4 concert at Miller Outdoor Theatre on Saturday ...

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Ilhan Omar’s daughter says she’s been ‘basically evicted’ after suspension: The daughter of Rep. Ilhan Omar (D-Minn.) says she was “basically evicted” after she ...

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Zayn Malik talks life on his farm and how his 3-year-old helps with the animals: Although Zayn Malik prefers to keep his private life private, the singer opened ...

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Starting with his favorite cheesesteak haunt, Kobe Bryant's spirit is all over Philadelphia

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Ex-news anchor Janelle Stelson to take on GOP Rep. Scott Perry in Pennsylvania: Former local news anchor Janelle Stelson is projected to win the Democratic ...

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Connecting community to the land: Earth Day on 52nd Street centers Lenape practices and stories

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The Richest Man in Pennsylvania Is Not Having a Good Month: Jeff Yass' bets on DJT stock—and against one of the members of the Squad—are not looking so hot.

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inquirer.com/politics/election/pennsylvania-auditor-general-democratic-primary-election-20240423.html

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State Rep. Malcolm Kenyatta wins Democratic primary for auditor general against Mark Pinsley

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Philly DA withdraws arrest warrant for Democratic lawmaker : Philadelphia District Attorney Larry Krasner said due to new information that has come forward ...

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inquirer.com/real-estate/housing/bartram-village-pennrose-philadelphia-housing-authority-redevelopment-20240423.html

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PHA shares initial redevelopment plans for Bartram Village in Southwest Philadelphia

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inquirer.com/politics/election/172nd-state-house-election-results-20240423.html

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Sean Dougherty, Johnny Doc’s nephew, defeats incumbent Kevin Boyle in state House race

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inquirer.com/food/cheese-vending-machine-dispensary-philadelphia-kensington-24-hour-20240423.html

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Meet Philly’s 24/7 cheese vending machine: You can assemble a complete cheeseboard on the go at the new Kensington dispensary from Perrystead Dairy ...

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inquirer.com/science/rare-queen-snake-new-jersey-found-20240422.html

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This snake had disappeared for half a century in New Jersey. It’s back. : “I was so excited I was hyperventilating,” said the herpetologist who found the first ...

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How The Inquirer is reporting the results of Pennsylvania’s 2024 primary election

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Penn Relays 2024: Time, tickets, parking and everything you need to know before you go

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inquirer.com/food/herrs-chips-south-fellini-dirty-hands-studio-20240423.html

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Herr’s chips launches merch campaign with Philly’s South Fellini and Dirty Hands Studio

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Inside nearly a century of the historic Penn Relays victory wheel: ‘It’s truly Penn’

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inquirer.com/food/restaurants/mamajuana-cafe-latin-restaurant-fishtown-20240422.html

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Mamajuana is bringing an enormous Latin fusion party to Fishtown : Fishtown's nightlife district has Mamajuana Cafe, a cavernous newcomer that offers a Latin ...

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inquirer.com/jobs/labor/sheetz-eeoc-lawsuit-criminal-background-race-20240422.html

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Sheetz accused of racially discriminating with worker background checks: Sheetz's policy of screening applicants' criminal history disproportionately affects ...

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Ammo, DJs, a $9,000 mascot: Inside the Philly sheriff’s ‘slush fund’ spending: Hundreds of checks written by Sheriff Rochelle Bilal's office appear to violate ...

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Wife of Par Funding founder pleads guilty to hiding millions in tax fraud case: Lisa McElhone, 44, told a federal judge she dodged taxes owed in Pennsylvania by ...

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inquirer.com/health/lankenau-medical-center-deaver-farm-20240422.html

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Lankenau Medical Center is combatting food insecurity with an on-campus farm : Deaver Wellness Farm supplies about 4,000 pounds of fresh produce per year to ...

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inquirer.com/news/nation-world/facebook-new-philadelphia-glitch-error-erased-meta-20240422.html

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What’s up with this Facebook glitch removing ‘Philadelphia’ as users’ current city?

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inquirer.com/jobs/labor/camden-county-prosecutors-pregnant-worker-discrimination-20240423.html

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A Camden County prosecutor is suing her office for denying remote work during pregnancy complications

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inquirer.com/news/john-dougherty-trial-extortion-greg-fiocca-ibew-local-98-20240422.html

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Testimony in John Dougherty’s extortion trial zeroes in on union chief’s reactions after nephew’s job site fight

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inquirer.com/news/philadelphia/kevin-boyle-arrest-warrant-withdrawn-20240422.html

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Philly police withdraw warrant for State Rep. Kevin Boyle’s arrest : The withdrawal raised a host of questions, and came just a day before the primary election ...

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Prosecutors cancel warrant for lawmaker on primary eve, saying protective order hadn't been in place

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inquirer.com/columnists/phillies-jersey-sponsor-ideas-20240422.html

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The Phillies are offering ‘Your Name Here’ on their uniforms. Fans have a few ideas.

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inquirer.com/news/nation-world/philly-typewriter-taylor-swift-tortured-poets-department-lyrics-easter-eggs-20240422.html

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Dear Swifties: No, the missing ‘1′ on Taylor’s typewriter isn’t an Easter egg — it’s how the machines are designed

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inquirer.com/politics/primary-election-day-philadelphia-trash-pickup-closing-opening.html

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What’s open and closed in and around Philly for the primary election: Trash pickup, mail, grocery stores, and more

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inquirer.com/education/cramer-school-eastside-high-swing-space-relocation-construction-20240423.html

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The former Cramer School will house Eastside High students during 4-year construction of their new high school

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SAC set for Penn Relays: The Bahamas will be well represented at the 128th running of the Penn Relays, set for this weekend, April 25-27 ...

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Brian Fitzpatrick Wins Pennsylvania House Seat Primary Fending Off Mark Houck: Incumbent Brian Fitzpatrick won the Republican primary for the US House seat in ...

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Sexual abuse civil trial against Camden school board president is postponed; public to be barred from proceedings

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NFL reinstates Eagles' Isaiah Rodgers from gambling suspension: Why ex-Colt could be Philly's secret weapon

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Knicks go up 2-0 in first round of NBA playoffs after Sixers blow lead in final minute

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What Brayden Schenn learned through 'a lot of turmoil' in his 1st season as Blues captain

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Japan’s Kishida Struggles in Polls Ahead of Special Elections: A high-profile trip to meet Joe Biden in Washington failed to provide a substantial poll boost for ...

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Israeli PM Netanyahu says he will fight any sanctions on army battalions: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Sunday he would fight against ...

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Quick Glance: Netanyahu Vows to Fight Sanctions on Army Battalions

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated on April 21 that he would oppose sanctions being imposed on any Israeli military units for alleged rights violations, following reports of Washington planning such a move.

The United States announced on April 19 a new series of sanctions related to Israeli settlers in the West Bank, signaling growing frustration with Netanyahu's policies, who relies on settler parties for his coalition government.

War Cabinet Minister Benny Gantz, a former Chief of Armed Forces and centrist, mentioned in a statement on April 21 that he had spoken with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, urging him to reconsider the issue.

Blinken mentioned on April 19 that he had made 'determinations' regarding accusations of Israel violating a set of US laws prohibiting military assistance to individuals or security force units committing gross human rights violations.

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After Iran's major attack: Friendly states are said to have prevented Israel from taking more massive retaliation

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Highest cannabis use found among lower-income, less-educated in new survey: The highest regular cannabis use was found among lower-income, less-educated U.S ...

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D.C. parents hire empty nest coaches for when kids leave home: The coaches help navigate feelings of loss or stagnation, as well as a sense of losing one's ...

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Following US Palestine veto at UN, Abbas to rethink bilateral ties ｜ DPA: The Palestinian leadership in the West Bank wants to reconsider its bilateral relations ...

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Zayn Malik talks life on his farm and how his 3-year-old helps with the animals: Although Zayn Malik prefers to keep his private life private, the singer opened ...

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Philadelphia police shot a reportedly armed man after a domestic dispute in East Mount Airy; a hammer was recovered

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So you have a mail ballot for the primary? Here’s where to drop it off.: Fret not, dear mail-voter, here’s a list of the 25 dropboxes for your ballot scattered ...

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Witness in the trial against Trump: Unpleasant stories eliminated: An important witness testified on Tuesday in the criminal trial against former US President ...

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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Watch live: Senate to vote on Ukraine, Israel aid package that includes TikTok bill

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Quick Glance: Senate Passes $95 Billion Aid Package for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan

The Senate has passed a $95 billion aid package for war assistance to Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan, sending the legislation to President Joe Biden after months of delays and contentious debates over U.S. involvement in foreign wars.

The legislation also includes $26 billion for wartime assistance to Israel and humanitarian relief for the citizens of Gaza, along with $8 billion to counter Chinese threats in Taiwan and the Indo-Pacific.

Senate Republicans and House Republicans collaborated to secure the aid for Ukraine and Israel, emphasizing the potential dire consequences if Russian President Vladimir Putin's aggression goes unchecked.

There was broad congressional support for the aid package, but leaders had to navigate strong opposition from conservatives questioning U.S. involvement in foreign wars and focusing on issues like migration at the U.S.-Mexico border.

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TikTok: US Congress passes bill that could see app banned: The app's owner, ByteDance, has nine months to sell its stake or face being blocked in the US.

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Quick Glance: Senate Passes Bill Requiring TikTok's Parent Company Sale

Legislation concerning TikTok was part of a comprehensive $95 billion package that allocated foreign aid to Ukraine and Israel and received a 79-18 approval.

The updated law extends the timeframe for ByteDance to sell TikTok to nine months, with a potential three-month extension if a sale is in progress.

The approval of the legislation signifies the end of longstanding bipartisan concerns in Washington regarding Chinese threats and TikTok's ownership, with its user base of 170 million Americans.

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George Santos ends comeback bid for Congress: Former U.S. Rep. George Santos says he's dropping his longshot bid to return to Congress ...

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Quick Glance: George Santos ends independent bid for US House seat

Following his expulsion from Congress after a bipartisan vote on December 1, George Santos, a Republican representative from New York, is seen leaving the U.S. Capitol. On Tuesday, Santos announced his decision to withdraw his independent candidacy for New York's 1st Congressional District.

In order to prevent a split in the Republican ticket between himself and the incumbent Republican candidate, Nick LaLota, in case he secures the Republican nomination after the New York primary on June 25, Santos opted out of an independent run, as reported by Politico.

Nancy Goroff and John Avlon are currently competing for the Democratic nomination for the congressional seat during the New York primary.

Despite concluding his independent candidacy, Santos hinted at a possible future congressional run. He expressed, 'The future holds countless possibilities, and I am prepared, eager, and capable to step up and fight for my country at any time.'

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Supreme Court to Decide Whether Donald Trump Can Be Criminally Prosecuted: The Supreme Court will hear arguments about whether as a former President ...

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Biden administration finalizes rule to grant overtime for millions more salaried workers

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Quick Glance: Biden Grants Overtime Pay to 4 Million US Workers

The Biden administration unveiled a rule requiring employers to pay overtime premiums to an estimated 4 million salaried workers earning less than $1,128 per week.

The salary threshold will be automatically adjusted every three years to reflect changes in average earnings.

The rule does not affect overtime requirements for hourly workers.

The new rule is expected to face legal challenges, with many businesses expressing concerns about economic uncertainty and labor shortages.

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Congress approves bill banning TikTok unless Chinese owner ByteDance sells platform

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Quick Glance: Congress Approves Potential TikTok Ban: What's Next?

Congress has passed a law that could result in a nationwide TikTok ban. President Biden is expected to sign the bill, forcing TikTok to find a new owner or be banned from the US.

The law gives TikTok's Chinese parent company 270 days to sell the app. Biden could extend the deadline by 90 days. The law was attached to a foreign aid package to expedite its passage.

Since Biden has supported the law, he is likely to sign it. TikTok has vowed to take the government to court if the bill is signed.

Experts suggest that a TikTok ban could violate free speech rights. A court challenge could temporarily block the law, but TikTok would need to comply if no injunction is granted.

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After Months of Gibberish, Voyager 1 Is Communicating Well Again: NASA scientists spent months coaxing the 46-year-old Voyager 1 spacecraft back into healthy ...

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Quick Glance: Voyager 1: Successful Communication Restoration

After months of nonsensical transmissions, Voyager 1 is finally communicating clearly with Earth.

NASA has resolved issues with the probe and obtained clear information on its health.

Voyager 1 has made significant scientific discoveries but is significantly affected by the harsh space environment.

Despite the temporary repair of communication issues, NASA scientists are aware that the spacecraft won't last indefinitely.

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Blinken Lands in China For Tense Talks as US Sanctions Loom: Secretary of State Antony Blinken has arrived in China on a mission to press Beijing on issues ...

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Quick Glance: Deep Disagreements Despite Improved US-China Relations

US Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrives in Shanghai to engage with his Chinese counterparts.

Although US-China ties are on a steadier footing, numerous unresolved issues persist.

Topics such as trade, military communication, and tensions in Taiwan strain relations.

The US threatens sanctions against Chinese firms supporting Russia in the Ukraine conflict.

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Tesla profits have plummeted. Elon Musk remains all-in on robotaxis: Tesla's sales are down. It's slashing car prices and laying off staff. Yet CEO Elon Musk ...

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Quick Glance: Tesla: Prices Reduced in Germany - Musk's Strategies

Tesla lowers prices in Germany to increase inventory and sales.

Elon Musk addresses price complaints and emphasizes the need for flexible pricing.

Buyers of Tesla vehicles during expensive phases may face depreciation.

Tesla implements additional measures to boost sales, such as price cuts in the USA and adjustments in the Supercharger network.

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Bosnia Cracks Down on International Drug Cartel; Police Officials Among Suspects: Organized Crime and Corruption Reporting Project

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Quick Glance: Investigation into International Drug Cartel in Bosnia; Suspicions Against Police Officials

The U.S. government identified Edin "Tito" Gačanin in March 2023 as a significant player in the global cocaine trade.

Gačanin's connections extended to Raffaele Imperiale, who was arrested in 2021 - a well-known figure in the Camorra, one of Italy’s largest organized crime networks.

The police operation on Monday targeted individuals suspected of involvement in organized crime, the illicit trafficking of substantial drug quantities, money laundering, and related offenses, in three cities.

It is reported that the cartel recruited many individuals from Bosnia and Herzegovina and neighboring countries to establish businesses in the Netherlands, Slovenia, Spain, and Bosnia and Herzegovina, to launder the proceeds of its billion-dollar drug trafficking operations.

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US mandates new airline fee disclosure, refund rules: The U.S. Transportation Department is finalizing on Tuesday new rules that require upfront disclosure of ...

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Referees missed fouls on 76ers’ Tyrese Maxey, Nick Nurse’s timeout attempt in loss vs. Knicks

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Quick Glance: 76ers bemoan 'unacceptable' officiating after missed Game 2 chance

76ers lose Game 2 despite being up by 5 points in the final 47.3 seconds, resulting in a disappointing outcome.

Knicks take the lead through a three-pointer after a mistake by Maxey, followed by crucial offensive actions that turn the game around.

76ers intend to file a complaint with the NBA as they feel disadvantaged by officiating decisions in Games 1 and 2.

Despite efforts to resist the Knicks, the 76ers are down 0-2 and face a challenge to fight back in the series.

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Who is Todd Blanche, Donald Trump's lawyer in his Stormy Daniels hush money trial?

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US Supreme Court weighs Idaho's strict abortion ban in medical emergencies: The U.S. Supreme Court on Wednesday wades back into the battle over abortion access ...

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US government agrees to $138.7M settlement over FBI's botching of Larry Nassar assault allegations

apnews.com/article/larry-nassar-justice-department-settlement-3b760f3d317cbe18209aa02a611a298f

Quick Glance: US Government Agrees to $138.7M Settlement Over FBI's Mishandling of Larry Nassar Assault Allegations

The U.S. Justice Department announced a $138.7 million settlement with over 100 individuals who accused the FBI of mishandling sexual assault allegations against Larry Nassar in 2015 and 2016.

A total of $1 billion has now been allocated by various organizations to compensate numerous women who were victims of Nassar's assaults disguised as sports injury treatments.

FBI Director Christopher Wray expressed regret for the agency's inaction despite being aware of allegations against Nassar for over a year, emphasizing the need for accountability and justice for the survivors.

The settlements aim to provide critical support for the victims of Nassar's crimes to aid in their healing process, with the Justice Department agreeing to settle 139 claims in response to the agreement.

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Defeating 'MAGA Dark Money,' Summer Lee Wins Primary in Landslide: "This is a huge testament to our collective strength and resilience as a progressive ...

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Quick Glance: Summer Lee Secures Key Victory in Pennsylvania Primary

Pennsylvania congresswoman Summer Lee successfully navigated a primary challenge on Tuesday, securing progressives one of their most crucial wins of this election cycle while preparing for an influx of pro-Israel funding targeting candidates supportive of a ceasefire.

During the primaries, Lee emerged victorious against local council member Bhavini Patel, who had raised concerns about the stance of the progressive “Squad” member on the Gaza ceasefire.

The resonance of this argument was evident among many of Lee’s supporters and local Democratic figures. The Allegheny County Democratic party formally endorsed Lee in February, marking their support for her for the first time after having backed her opponent in the 2022 primaries.

Despite the pro-Israel lobby staying out of the picture, a Super Pac intervened in Lee’s primary to bolster Patel’s campaign. The Moderate Pac, with a mission to back centrist Democrats and significant funding from Republican megadonor Jeffrey Yass, allocated over $600,000 to support Patel.

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