Gov. Ron DeSantis defended Florida's record of removing books from schools, as he faces criticism from critics who call it "political."

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Gov. Ron DeSantis: Florida banning books is a ‘hoax’

In 2023, Major League Baseball will implement a pitch clock to accelerate the game’s pace of play in an attempt to reinvigorate fan interest.

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MLB’s new pitch clock aims to accelerate pace of play

Americans are divided on the meaning of "woke." While some link the term to social justice, others believe it describes political correctness.

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Poll shows Americans are divided on the meaning of ‘woke’

A new UN accord called the 'High Seas Treaty' will designate 30% of the world's oceans as protected areas by 2030.

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Nations reach ‘High Seas Treaty’ to protect the world’s oceans

NBA commissioner Adam Silver gave basketball fans a glimpse into the future of the NBA's live game streaming experience.

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NBA reveals future streaming features to customize fan experience

Finland has started constructing a fence along its border with Russia as it accelerates its bid to join the NATO alliance for protection.

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Finland begins building a fence along its border with Russia

China warns Elon Musk's COVID-19 comments may damage Tesla's ties with the country, as U.S. agencies contend China lab leak theory has standing.

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China warns Elon Musk after his COVID-19 lab leak comments

Court documents reveal Fox News Chairman Rupert Murdoch acknowledged that hosts on his network promoted lies about the 2020 election.

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Rupert Murdoch: Fox News hosts ‘endorsed’ false election claims

A new bill in Idaho proposes death by firing squad as a legal form of execution when lethal injections are not available.

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Idaho bill could bring back execution by firing squad

Green Bay Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers has spent time isolated in a dark room for days before making a decision on his future.

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Aaron Rodgers returns from ‘darkness retreat’ to contemplate NFL future

The U.S. released two Pakistani brothers from Guantanamo prison after holding them for over 20 years without formal charges.

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US releases 2 detainees from Guantanamo prison after 20 years

A Georgia school district may pay $107,500 in legal bills after it stopped parents from reading certain books at its school board meetings.

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Georgia school district may face $100k in legal fees for censorship

Seattle City Council has passed a measure proposed by Kshama Sawant to ban caste discrimination, making it the first U.S. city to do so.

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Seattle becomes first US city to ban caste discrimination

Former President Jimmy Carter, the longest-lived president in American history, has chosen hospice care in his final days at home in Georgia.

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Jimmy Carter, 98, opts for hospice care in final days

An investigation by the USA TODAY Network raised questions about the charity work of NFL quarterback Russell Wilson's foundation.

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NFL’s Russell Wilson faces criticism over charitable foundation’s spending

The aftermath of the train derailment in Ohio has the residents in East Palestine seeking answers and accountability.

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Ohio train derailment: Residents seek answers, accountability in aftermath

A string of apparent suicides and deadly accidents among Russian businessmen and high-ranking officials is raising questions and concerns. Vyacheslav Taran, Vladimir Makarov, Andrey Krukovsky (pictures left to right)

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Russian senior officials and businessmen keep dying

U.S. teen mental health is in crisis, with record-high levels of sadness and violence, according to a new CDC report.

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CDC reports record levels of sadness among teen girls

A recent study has found that Australia and New Zealand may be the best bet for survival in the event of a global catastrophe.

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Study: Australia, New Zealand best suited to survive an apocalypse

North Korea held its largest military parade displaying 10-12 Hwasong 17 ICBMs, potentially capable of overwhelming U.S. defense systems.

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North Korea’s latest ICBM parade sparks US defense concerns

Florida Republicans are pushing a bill to give Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) control over Disney's self-governing district in Orlando.

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‘A new sheriff in town’: DeSantis could soon control Disney government

Super Bowl LVII is set to become a part of football history, as this year the NFL's biggest stage will feature a pair of big game firsts.

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Football firsts set to make history during Super Bowl LVII

Two powerful earthquakes hit Turkey and Syria earlier this week, leaving over 7,000 people dead and thousands of buildings destroyed.

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Turkey-Syria earthquake death toll passes 7,000, WHO expects it to rise

President Biden is being criticized for his response to the Chinese spy balloon, as Trump disputes past sightings confirmed by Pentagon.

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Pentagon: Chinese spy balloons entered US skies during Trump era