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The Oregonian

2 Shot by Federal Agents in Portland

Two people were shot by U.S. Border Patrol agents during a confrontation in a Portland medical clinic parking lot, prompting investigations and sharp condemnation from state and local leaders amid protests and public outcry. Their condition is unknown.

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Associated Press

Internet and Phones Cut in Iran

Iran’s government shut down internet access and international phone lines as nationwide protests erupted after exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi called for mass demonstrations, underscoring mounting public anger over the economy and fears of a looming crackdown.

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The New York Times

Trump: Restrained "By My Own Morality"

Trump told The New York Times that his authority as commander in chief is limited only by his “own morality,” asserting that he — not international law, treaties or longstanding norms — decides when and how the United States uses its global power.

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Star Tribune

ICE Agent Involved in MN Shooting ID'd

ICE agent Jonathan Ross has been identified as the officer who fatally shot Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis, noting he was previously injured after being dragged by a fleeing driver and that his actions are now under scrutiny by use-of-force experts.

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New York Post

Same ICE Agent, Similar Prior Incident

The ICE agent who fatally shot Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis was previously dragged more than 100 yards and hospitalized during a traffic stop last year, an incident cited by federal officials as context for his claim of self-defense.

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The Clarion-Ledger

Miami Beats Ole Miss in Fiesta Bowl

Ole Miss’ College Football Playoff run ended one win short of the national championship as Miami capped a late fourth-quarter drive with a go-ahead touchdown in the final seconds to secure a 31–27 Fiesta Bowl victory over the Rebels.

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CBS News

Copter Pilot Was Injured in Maduro Raid

A U.S. Army Chinook pilot who helped plan the covert mission to capture former Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro was wounded in the leg when his helicopter came under fire during the pre-dawn raid on Caracas, U.S. officials told CBS News.

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Politico

Senate Restricts Trump on Venezuela

In a rare bipartisan rebuke, the Senate voted to advance legislation requiring President Donald Trump to seek congressional approval before any new military action in Venezuela, exposing growing GOP divisions after the capture of Nicolás Maduro.

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Axios

House GOP Revolt Over Healthcare

More than a dozen House Republicans defied Trump and Speaker Mike Johnson by joining Democrats to pass a bill extending Affordable Care Act subsidies, underscoring a growing willingness within the GOP to break ranks on health care.

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NPR

SCOTUS Might Limit Black Representation

A closely watched Supreme Court redistricting case could weaken the Voting Rights Act and put at least 15 Black-held House seats at risk, potentially triggering the largest-ever decline in Black representation in Congress.

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CNBC

So How Much Would Greenland Cost?

As President Donald Trump revives his push for the U.S. to acquire Greenland despite Denmark’s refusal to sell, analysts say the island’s strategic and resource value could carry a price tag ranging from hundreds of billions to several trillion dollars.

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People

A Grueling Walk to Her Paris Apartment

A sarcastic TikTok about the exhausting and labyrinthine climb to her Paris apartment turned Charlotte Wells into a viral sensation, offering a humorous and honest look at the unglamorous realities of starting over as an American expat abroad.

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The Washington Post

Put Down Your Phone and Daydream

Research suggests that resisting the urge to scroll and letting your mind wander instead can boost well-being, creativity and problem-solving — and you’re likely to enjoy daydreaming far more than you expect.

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Fox9

Vance: "A Tragedy of Her Own Making"

Vice President JD Vance defended the fatal shooting of an unarmed woman by an ICE agent in Minneapolis as a “tragedy of her own making,” as the FBI launches an investigation and protests spread nationwide.

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6ABC

"Horror Movie Comes to Life"

Pennsylvania authorities say a Lancaster County man faces more than 500 charges after police discovered over 100 human skeletal remains in his home, following a months-long investigation into cemetery break-ins described by officials as a “horror movie come to life.”

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ABC News

Musk's $20B Data Center Plan

Elon Musk’s AI company xAI plans to invest $20 billion to build a massive data center in Southaven, Mississippi — the largest private investment in state history — which officials say will bring hundreds of jobs and significant tax revenue while environmental concerns mount.

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NFL

Picking All the NFL Wild Card Games

NFL.com analysts offer comprehensive Wild Card Round coverage, breaking down every matchup with projected scores, key player X-factors, team strengths and weaknesses, and strategic insights to forecast which 2025 playoff teams have the best chance to advance.

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SCOTUSblog

Explainer: Transgender Athlete Cases

The Supreme Court is set to hear two high-profile cases next week challenging Idaho and West Virginia laws that bar transgender girls from participating in school sports, raising complex questions about Title IX, equal protection, and the rights of transgender athletes.

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U-Haul

Texas Tops Growth Index 2025

In 2025, Texas reclaimed the top spot as the fastest-growing U.S. state for one-way moves, followed by Florida, while California saw the largest out-migration for the sixth consecutive year, according to U-Haul’s Growth Index.

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The Wall Street Journal

How IU's Cignetti Cracked the Code

Indiana University coach Curt Cignetti has turned the Hoosiers into the nation’s No. 1 college football team by expertly identifying and developing overlooked talent, despite having no five-star recruits on his roster.

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