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Maddow Blog | Pete Hegseth’s tenure at the Pentagon goes from bad to worse
As last week got underway, it was clear that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s tenure at the Pentagon was off to an unfortunate start. When the former Fox News host arrived at U.S. European Command headquarters in Germany, for example, he faced heckling and protests from military families. “Protests by military families against a defense secretary are extremely rare,” NBC News…
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Microsoft sort of brings back Menu key after Copilot backlash
After backlash over removing the Menu key, Microsoft is possibly bringing it back in a later build—partially—to Windows keyboards, restoring some of its lost functionality, as PhantomOfEarth mentions on X (via XDA Developers). This is possible because users can remap the Copilot key to serve the same purpose. Microsoft might allow you to remap the Copilot key to open content…
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US Figure Skating Debuts Heartbreaking Tribute Video to 28 Athletes Lost in DC Plane Crash
In the wake of Wednesday’s American Airlines crash in Washington, D.C., U.S. Figure Skating launched a fund on Sunday to support the families of the many community members who died aboard the plane. On Monday, the org debuted a heartbreaking black-and-white film tributing the 28 athletes lost in the accident. Samuel Auxier, the interim CEO of U.S. Figure Skating, announced…
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13-year-old Anderson boy charged with murder
Jan. 27—ANDERSON — A 13-year-old boy has been charged with two counts of murder and armed robbery in connection with the October 2024 stabbing death of a 61-year-old Anderson man in an apparent failed robbery attempt. Joseph H. Vannote Jr. appeared in Madison Circuit Court Division 6 on Monday for an initial hearing. He is being represented by defense attorney…
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Exclusive-Trump administration canceling flights for nearly 1,660 Afghan refugees, say U.S official, advocate
By Jonathan Landay WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Nearly 1,660 Afghans cleared by the U.S. government to resettle in the U.S., including family members of active duty U.S. military personnel, are having their flights canceled under President Donald Trump’s order suspending U.S. refugee programs, a U.S. official and a leading refugee resettlement advocate said on Monday. The group includes unaccompanied minors awaiting…
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Sandy Hook families reach settlement over Alex Jones’ bankruptcy
By Dietrich Knauth NEW YORK (Reuters) – Families who have sued Alex Jones over his false claims about the Sandy Hook massacre have resolved their disputes on how to divide the bankrupt conspiracy theorist’s assets, clearing the way for a sale of Jones’ Infowars platform, attorneys said at a Monday court hearing. Joshua Wolfshohl, an attorney for the bankruptcy trustee…
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Alberta premier disappointed Justin Trudeau did not call a federal election
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says it’s “irresponsible and selfish” for resigning Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to delay calling a federal election, and that it’s now up to Canada’s premiers to advocate for the country in U.S. trade negotiations. Following Trudeau’s Monday morning announcement that he would step aside as prime minister and party leader after the federal Liberals select his replacement,…
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You Can Live Next to Jeff Bezos in Miami for $200 Million
Always wanted to live close to one of the wealthiest persons on the planet, specifically amid a vacant waterfront parcel of land in South Florida that comes with the chance to build a brand-new mansion? Well, you might be in luck with this Miami-area offering. But you’ll need some extra-deep pockets to pick up the property on the exclusive guard-gated…
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Crews work to put out fire at Hastings-area restaurant
Crews work to put out fire at Hastings-area restaurant Source link
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New England ski area offering free lift tickets all season thanks to ‘generous’ gift
A New England ski area says it will be offering free lift tickets and access to trails throughout the winter season after recently receiving a “generous” gift. Storrs Hill in Lebanon, New Hampshire, is inviting winter sports enthusiasts of all ages and abilities to enjoy the slopes at no cost. Cory Grant, president of the Lebanon Outing Club and Storrs…
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