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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.
Journey of a lifetime: A US teen Buddhist lama is now a monk studying in the Himalayan foothills
Jalue Dorje, a 19-year-old American, transitions from video games and football to monastic life.
As Trump looks to punish foes, Democratic states find ways to push back
Trump has punished Democratic-led states that anger him by withholding federal funding and slow-walking assistance.
Powell’s tenure as Fed chair marked by fight for independence while trying to tame inflation
Powell said he will continue serving on the governing board until he is confident the Fed’s independence is truly restored.
Iran war energy shock drives interest in ethanol and other biofuels across hard-hit Asia
Nations across Asia are pushing for the use of more biofuels to slash dependence on imported fossil fuels disrupted by the Iran war.
2 people found dead inside a plane that crashed into an Ohio home
Fire officials say two people were found dead in a plane after it crashed into a house in Akron, Ohio, and exploded into flames.
Supreme Court voting rights ruling fuels a new push to defend Black representation
A new generation of civil rights leaders is rallying against efforts to dismantle the Voting Rights Act after a Supreme Court ruling.
When the helpers ‘feel helpless’: First responders get a boost in mental health support
In recent years, states and municipalities say they’re focusing on reducing barriers to care.
Iran’s top diplomat says a lack of trust is impeding talks to end war with the US
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says that a lack of trust remains the biggest obstacle in negotiations to end the war with the U.S.