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The Army says it does not believe the plane crashed during bad weather
Mexican state security chief is among the five dead in helicopter crash in Mexico This undated photo provided by the U.S. military shows Brig. Gen. Hector Rafael Lopez. The identities of the five slain...
national
Los Angeles City Council to allocate $17.5 million for affordable housing
L.A. voters approved more money to fight homelessness. Now they want to see results. A Los Angeles City Council committee heard plans Wednesday evening to allocate $17.5 million in bond money to fight homelessness....
asia
Venezuela is a country rich in contrasts.
Venezuela Fast Facts Venezuela is a vast country in South America. It encompasses the country's largest oil reserves. In Venezuela, you will find the second largest population in Latin America and the highest number...
world
Why the World Cup team used to play without penalty shootouts
World Cup team captains ditch 'OneLove' armbands after penalty threat What is it with soccer and penalty shootouts? The latest news from the World Cup is a story of how one of the tournament's...
technology
The H1N1 Flu Season is a Global Health Emergency
Respiratory viruses, like RSV and flu, are a major problem this year and here’s what we need to do about it. An increasingly common concern for healthcare workers this year will be the high...
world
Jude Bellingham says racism in football is ‘part of society’s cultural problem’
'Maybe we are alone': Jude Bellingham questions whether authorities 'care' about racist abuse directed at Black footballers Jude Bellingham, speaking to the Guardian Football Year on Monday, said: 'I have no doubt that there...
politics
How to Plant Alfalfa in Your Backyard
The most fragrant native plants are just heavenly. Here's what to plant now to have a head start on a blooming season. Spring is finally here, bringing with it the first new blossoms of...
europe
The largest diamond in the world is being recovered by South Africa
Royal gift or 'stolen' gem? Calls for UK to return 500 carat Great Star of Africa diamond to South Africa THE story of a woman with a rare blue star in the centre of...
asia
The Rise of a New Political Class
On the issues: Rep. Ken Calvert and Will Rollins on Jan. 6, LGBTQ rights and polarization, and what the GOP and Democrats can learn from each other Editor’s note: The following comment was submitted...
national
Three key reforms that should be part of any reform package
3 things that will help reduce the sting of high inflation, unemployment and weak growth Most economists believe that the combination of high inflation, unemployment and weak growth pose the worst possible scenario for...