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History lesson this weekend will share stories of Doheny State Beach, Killer Dana
Stories of the famed surf break and all of Doheny State Beach will be flowing on July 11, with a talk about the history of the beloved beach by former…
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2 transgender girls drop New Hampshire lawsuit after Supreme Court ruling, personal hardships
Two transgender girls who were the first to challenge President Donald Trump's executive order have withdrawn their lawsuit in New Hampshire
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At least 1 million women have lost access to aid after funding cuts, UN says
UN Women reports that 1 million women have lost critical humanitarian support as global budget cuts dismantle aid organizations worldwide.
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This goat escorted Colorado firefighters to a wildfire: ‘She understood the assignment’
The goat showed firefighters the best path up and down, often stopping to bleat and encourage them to follow her route, said Shayne Coyne, superintendent of the Southern Colorado Interagency…
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As the country turns 250, retired judges hit the road to defend judicial independence
Retired judges are traveling across the Rust Belt to combat misinformation, defend the rule of law, and restore public trust in the courts.
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Seafarers attacked in the Strait of Hormuz sue shipping company in Thailand
Former crew of a Thai cargo ship hit in the Strait of Hormuz filed a lawsuit against their operator over unfair dismissal and trauma claims.
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Family of Mississippi teen who died after July 4 trip to call for transparency, deeper investigation
The family of a Mississippi 18-year-old found dead after a July 4 boat trip with friends is expected to call for deeper investigation.
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One of Spain’s deadliest wildfires has killed at least 12 people, with 23 others missing
One of Spain's deadliest wildfires has killed 12 people, with 23 others missing, as soaring temperatures grip the country.
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Kia launches new recall for 463,000 Telluride SUVs due to fire risk, urges owners to park outside
Kia America issued a new recall for nearly 463,000 Telluride SUVs, urging owners to again park their vehicles outside & away from buildings.
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After 54 years, Holiday Skate Center in Orange prepares to close its doors
The upcoming Aug. 3 closure leaves lots of skaters feeling nostalgic and Fountain Valley Skating Center as the county's standalone roller rink.