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Mega Millions jackpot grows to $792M after no tickets match winning numbers

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The Mega Millions jackpot rose to an estimated $792 million after nobody won the grand prize in Tuesday night’s drawing.
The winning numbers drawn Tuesday night were 2, 16, 31, 57 and 64 with a Mega ball of 24. The Megaplier was 3X.
Nobody claimed the $735 million grand prize Tuesday night, but two players – one in Massachusetts and one in North…


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Aaron Rodgers and Jesse Ventura Top RFK Jr.’s List for Vice President

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has recently approached the N.F.L. quarterback Aaron Rodgers and the former Minnesota governor and professional wrestler Jesse Ventura about serving as his running mate on an independent presidential ticket, and both have welcomed the overtures, two people familiar with the discussions said.
Mr. Kennedy confirmed on Tuesday that the two men were at the top of his list. It is…


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AI could pose ‘extinction-level’ threat to humans and US must intervene, report warns

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A new report commissioned by the US State Department paints an alarming picture of the “catastrophic” national security risks posed by rapidly evolving artificial intelligence, warning that time is running out for the federal government to avert disaster.

The findings were based on interviews with more than 200 people over more than a year – including top executives from…


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Measles: CDC team to help Chicago officials with response to outbreak

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A red rash is one hallmark of a measles infection.

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A team of experts from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is expected to arrive in Chicago on Tuesday to help local public health officials manage a measles outbreak there.

The Chicago Department of Public Health said last week that the city had its first measles case since 2019. The person is recovering well…


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Transcript of Biden-Hur special counsel interview paints nuanced portrait

President Biden was in the early stages of his interview with special counsel Robert Hur when the topic of Beau Biden came up — initially with Biden raising it and later as Biden was attempting to get his chronological bearings and wondered aloud when, exactly, it was that his son died.

“What month did Beau die? Oh God, May 30,” he said, naming the correct day, according to a transcript of the…


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Haiti’s PM Ariel Henry tenders resignation as country descends into chaos | Politics News

The unelected Ariel Henry has agreed to demands to step down as violence and looting plague the country.

Haiti’s Prime Minister Ariel Henry has tendered his resignation and appealed for calm as the country descends into chaos.
The 74-year-old announced he would step aside late on Monday following an emergency meeting of regional nations. Haiti has been plagued by spiralling violence in recent…


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Capitol Hill hearing puts Robert Hur, investigator behind Biden classified documents probe, back in the spotlight

Special counsel Robert Hur, at the start of his investigation, was lauded as an experienced and fair federal prosecutor who was well-versed in handling high-profile and complex investigations.

After a year of near total public silence, Hur released a damning report detailing President Joe Biden’s mishandling of classified material and was met with resounding backlash from politicians and pundits…


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Tyson Foods to close Perry, Iowa, pork plant, laying off 1,276 workers

Arkansas-based Tyson Foods says it’s permanently closing its Perry pork packing plant, a move that will leave the 1,276 workers at the city’s largest employer without jobs.

“After careful consideration, we have made the difficult decision to permanently close our Perry, Iowa, pork facility,” a company spokesman said in an email Monday.
Tyson said it will encourage employees to apply for other…


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A Marketplace of Girl Influencers Managed by Moms and Stalked by Men

The ominous messages began arriving in Elissa’s inbox early last year.
“You sell pics of your underage daughter to pedophiles,” read one. “You’re such a naughty sick mom, you’re just as sick as us pedophiles,” read another. “I will make your life hell for you and your daughter.”
Elissa has been running her daughter’s Instagram account since 2020, when the girl was 11 and too young to have her…


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Maryland lottery awards $5 million to 50 Years scratch-off game winner

Maryland man wins $5 million from scratch-off game celebrating Maryland Lottery’s 50th anniversary, according to the Maryland Lottery.

Troy Deneau from Eastern Shore became the second winner of the $5 million prize from the 50 Years scratch-off game. 
“We are very grateful for this win,” Deneau told the Lottery.
Deneau is the proud of a fire-protection company that operates along the Eastern…


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