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NYT Politics
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Why an Immunity Ruling in Trump’s Favor Might Not Alter the Shape of His Trial
Prosecutors believe Donald J. Trump’s official acts in trying to overturn the election should be admissible evidence even if the Supreme Court rules they cannot be the basis of the charges.
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Omar Draws Criticism for Suggesting Some Jewish Students Are ‘Pro-Genocide’
Representative Ilhan Omar made the comments at Columbia University, where her daughter was among the students arrested protesting against Israel’s actions in Gaza. The protests have drawn visits by leaders across the political spectrum.
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Inflation Is Stubborn. Is the Federal Budget Deficit Making It Worse?
Economists are divided over whether the growing amount of federal borrowing is fueling demand and driving up prices.
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Inflation Is Stubborn. Is the Federal Budget Deficit Making It Worse?
Economists are divided over whether the growing amount of federal borrowing is fueling demand and driving up prices.
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Metro News
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Metro asks for community input on future nature park
By Cory Eldridge
Bylined articles are written by Metro staff and do not necessarily represent the opinions of Metro or the Metro Council. Learn more Planning has kicked off for the future park at Willamette Cove in North Portland. |
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Public notice: Opportunity to comment on pending amendment to the Metropolitan Transportation Improvement Plan
Metro is in receipt of proposed Metropolitan Transportation Improvement Plan formal amendments. To share your views, comment by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, May 29. A final notice will not be published. |
Columbian Newspaper
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FDA brings lab tests under federal oversight in bid to improve accuracy and safety
WASHINGTON (AP) — Makers of medical tests that have long escaped government oversight will have about four years to show that their new offerings deliver accurate results, under a government rule vigorously opposed by the testing industry. |
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Deepfake of principal’s voice is the latest case of AI being used for harm
The most recent criminal case involving artificial intelligence emerged last week from a Maryland high school, where police say a principal was framed as racist by a fake recording of his voice. |
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Clear encampment or face suspension, Columbia University tells Israel-Hamas war protesters
NEW YORK (AP) — Colleges around the U.S. implored pro-Palestinian student protesters to clear out tent encampments with rising levels of urgency Monday, including an ultimatum from Columbia University for students to sign a form and leave the encampment by the afternoon or face suspension. |
Washington State News
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Constructed wetlands providing challenges and benefits
At the Fernhill Wetlands along the Pacific Flyway in suburban Forest Grove, Oregon, dedicated birders have documented more than 240 avian species. Uncommon birds like the American bittern and Virginia rail have appeared more frequently on the 90 acres of marshland since it was constructed in 2014. Human visitors have flocked to the picturesque park as well, to sit, walk, |
