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War worsens Lebanon’s economic crisis with job losses, price gouging and slow business
In Lebanon, war has worsened woes compounded by existing economic problems and largely unregulated markets vulnerable to price gouging.
Democrats test a new red state strategy: Back independents over their own nominees
Democratic leaders are embracing independent candidates in red states where their party brand struggles. In places like Nebraska and Alaska, Democrats are subtly or openly supporting independents they believe can…
Such great heights: They’re tall, they’re proud — and they’re getting together
TikTok creator Tyler Bergantino's Tall Tour brings tall individuals together for community, speed dating, and shared experiences.
Research analyst from Iran found her voice at Santiago Canyon College
Hayden Kaveh credits the college for rebuilding her confidence. "It's more than just a workplace," she said.
Kentucky Republicans race to replace McConnell while carefully keeping him at arm’s length
Kentucky’s Republican Senate primary to replace Sen. Mitch McConnell is becoming a test of the party’s transformation under President Trump.
HOA Homefront: Are monthly assessments fair?
Not all assessments for an Homeowners Association are created equal.
Trump says China will buy 200 planes from Boeing, with a possibility of expanding the deal to 750
President Donald Trump said aircraft manufacturer Boeing has a deal to sell at least 200 planes to China. He told reporters about the sale on Air Force One on Friday…
Trump says sculpture garden honoring prominent Americans is planned for park along Potomac River
President Donald Trump plans to build an exhibit of statues featuring prominent Americans along the Potomac River near several memorials.
Texas high court rejects removal of Democratic lawmakers who led quorum break over redistricting
The Texas Supreme Court has refused to declare that Democratic state lawmakers who briefly left the state last year in a quorum break to stop a vote on new congressional…
Photos: MMA icon Ronda Rousey trains for final fight versus Gina Carano
The UFC legend, who takes on Carano on Saturday at Intuit Dome, held during a private training session at her home in Riverside.