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Mitch McConnell May Be Experiencing Small Seizures, Doctors Suggest

Two episodes, where the Republican senator froze and did not respond to some questions, may be symptoms of a serious illness, according to neurologists not involved in his medical care.

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Anger in Sweden after Nobel Prize organizers invite Russia and Belarus to the award ceremonies

Last year, the envoys of Russia and Belarus were barred from attending because of the war in Ukraine. Iran’s ambassador was excluded as anti-government protests and a security crackdown roiled the country.

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The front page of UNC’s Daily Tar Heel was a gut punch. Here’s the story behind it

In the midst of a school shooting, UNC’s student journalists kicked into action, covering the story as it unfolded. Now, the paper’s front page — a block of heart-wrenching texts — is earning praise. (Image credit: Hannah Schoenbaum/AP)

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Cal and Stanford Set to Join the Atlantic Coast Conference in Latest College Sports Shake-Up

The two California schools, along with Southern Methodist, have been approved to join the ACC. Cal and Stanford needed new homes after the Pac-12’s collapse.

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Under fire Spanish FA president issues new defence of ‘mutual and consented’ World Cup final kiss

Spanish FA president Luis Rubiales has issued a fresh defence after kissing a player on the lips following the Women’s World Cup final.

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Idalia demolished some Florida fishing communities. But locals say they’ll rebuild

When Hurricane Idalia slammed into the Florida coast, it decimated several small beach towns and fishing villages. Now, those communities are beginning the task of rebuilding. (Image credit: Saul Martinez for NPR)

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Biden defends Mitch McConnell’s health: ‘It’s part of his recovery’ – New York Post

Biden defends Mitch McConnell’s health: ‘It’s part of his recovery’  New York Post Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell appears to freeze in front of reporters  ABC11 What Happens if Mitch McConnell Retires Before His Senate Term Ends?  The New York Times Republicans forced

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Venice Review: Emma Stone Works Twisted Fairytale Magic in Poor Things

One of the great dance movies of 2023 isn’t selling itself as a dance movie at all. In Yorgos Lanthimos’ twisted gothic fairytale Poor Things—playing in competition at the Venice Film Festival—Emma Stone is Bella Baxter, an ungainly, childlike woman

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Trump-era change allowing the logging of old-growth forests violates laws, judge says

The findings came in response to a lawsuit filed by environmental groups over the change. Hallman recommended that the U.S. Forest Service should be required to prepare a full environmental impact statement related to the change.

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Ban or Embrace? Colleges Wrestle With A.I.-Generated Admissions Essays.

A.I. chatbots could facilitate plagiarism on college applications or democratize student access to writing help. Or maybe both.

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