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See it: Photos of the raucous World Cup atmosphere for USA-Australia
Photos of the USA vs. Australia men's soccer World Cup match in Seattle.
Robo firefighters, holographic assistants and universal remotes: Inside the Augmented World Expo
Qualcomm is powering most of this new tech. Here are a few developments that illustrate how mixed reality and the metaverse stand to change our world.
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Sparks sign Mercury developmental guard Kiana Williams
The Sparks waive Sania Feagin to make room for the guard, becoming the first team in WNBA history to poach a developmental contract from another franchise.
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Pups show off skills at Purina dog challenge event in Huntington Beach
The Purina Pro Plan Incredible Dog Challenge brought out the best in the west for the two-day event, free to watch for the public
Tyre in southern Lebanon marks Muharram holy month after destruction from Israel-Hezbollah war
The conflict has intensified the significance of Muharram for Shiite Muslims, marking the martyrdom of Imam Hussein.
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Here are some alarming wildfire statistics from recent years
Here are a few tips to protect your property, if you haven't done so already
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Human teeth, attached to lower jaw, found on San Clemente beach
The Orange County Sheriff's Department confirmed the find to be human and that they are believed to be of Native American ancestry.
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James Burrows, prolific TV director and co-creator of ‘Cheers,’ dies at 85
He helmed more than 1,000 episodes of programs ranging from "The Mary Tyler Moore Show" to "Will & Grace" and "Friends," winning 11 Emmy Awards along the way.
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Missouri judge finds state laws restricting abortion violate voter-approved constitutional amendment
Enforcement of some of the restrictions had already been on hold.
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World Cup: U.S. blanks Australia to reach knockout round
An Aussie own goal and Alex Freeman help the Americans, even without injured star Christian Pulisic, seize control of Group D with a 2-0 victory in Seattle.