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Sales tax reform: a good but elusive gubernatorial goal

There are decades of consensus by experts and blue-ribbon panels on how to modernize the state’s sales tax. Walz is la...

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Vang: Hmong cuisine is having a moment — make that a movement — thanks to these three Minnesota chefs

Diane Moua, Yia Vang and Marc Heu have been racking up accolades and lines at their Twin Cities restaurants, which are i...

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Nebraskans attend 52nd Walk for Life rally as lawmakers mull new abortion restrictions

Nebraskans gathered at the state Capitol Saturday for the 52nd annual Walk for Life rally, celebrating recent victories ...

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Massachusetts woman who wanted to kill Trump cabinet members said she was inspired by CEO’s slaying, prosecutors say

A Massachusetts woman who told police that she went to the U.S. Capitol to kill members of President Donald Trump's cabi...

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Readers Write: Diversity, Jan. 6 pardons, housing, DAFs

Don’t smear conservatism as hatred just because you disagree....

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Bishop’s stance reaffirms the church’s role as a moral compass rather than a political instrument

In recent years, a movement has sought to blur the lines between spiritual guidance and political dominion, prioritizing...

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Social Services Minister lashes Dutton over criticism of when Anthony Albanese was briefed on failed terror plot

A Labor minister has condemned Peter Dutton over his “politicisation” of a failed Sydney terror plot, despite ongoin...

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Trudeau expected to respond to Trump's tariffs on Canada this evening, business leaders react

The U.S. president's executive order warned against any retaliation from Canada....

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Editorial: Trump administration’s response to D.C. air crash is cause for alarm

Wednesday’s deadly plane crash is an early test of the Trump administration's commitment to air safety, and the White ...

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Cartoon: FEMA’s Future

Cartoon by Walt Handelsman for Feb. 2, 2025....

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Column: American competitiveness hinges on research and deveoplment investment

The U.S. needs a coordinated effort to restore American supremacy in STEM areas, the Center for Excellence in Education'...

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Column: As federal funding for crime victims slows, Virginia must act

Federal funding for victim services has been slashed, leaving the Virginia legislature to ensure crime survivors aren't ...

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Column: Graduates of Hampton Roads are a maritime academy’s dream

Inspiring young people to pursue maritime careers can help make Hampton Roads as a maritime powerhouse, Benjamin Miner w...

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Letters for Feb. 2: Council’s duty is to monitor agencies to ensure they are working efficiently

Letter writers discuss Hampton Roads Ventures, the shooting death of Santonio Lee, California's share of federal taxes, ...

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Reality rules

With the current global headwinds and an impending general election, we have no time to waste on inconsequential issues ...

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Multiculturalism is our strength

AS far as we know, the concept of the “open house” is unique to Malaysia. Read full story...

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KMB: Volunteerism gives back

If you need a reason to volunteer. I definitely have a few....

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NDC’s Bright Sikanku denies allegations of false academic credentials amidst petition for his disqualification

Bright Kwabena Sikanku, the National Democratic Congress (NDC) Constituency Chairman for Asuogyaman in the Eastern regio...

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Aircraft disasters have tested almost every US president. Here’s a look back

While the full details of what led to Wednesday’s terrible tragedy remain unclear, it's not the first time a president...

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Recapping President Trump's 2nd week in office

What mattered, what didn't and what changed in the second week of the Trump administration....

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Former NPP General Secretary, John Boadu Reveals Why the Party Lost the 2024 Elections

John Boadu, the former General Secretary of the New Patriotic Party (NPP), has pointed fingers at internal party dynamic...

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DOJ's deletion of Jan. 6 records triggers legal challenge

The DOJ's decision to delete Jan. 6 case summaries and related webpages has also drawn the ire of one of the rioters....

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Israeli news site Haaretz’s ‘fake news’ post gone; Winston Peters responds to US Senator Ted Cruz

While the X post may be gone, the article remains live on the publisher's website....

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Martinez: Huge column of black smoke seen at refinery

Black smoke could be seen pouring from the facility around 2 p.m. Saturday, and flames shot up from a flaring tower on t...

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Watch how Prophet Eric Boahen-Uche predicted recent plane crashes

Prophet Eric Boahen-Uche, founder of Reign House Chapel International Barely two months into the year 2025, the world ha...

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“Let The Fight Wait Till 2027” – Presidency Tells Tinubu’s Opponents

The presidency on Saturday declared that political opponents of President Bola Tinubu should wait till 2027 to test thei...

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Donald Trump poll: US agrees with Trump on five major immigration plans, data suggests

Poll data provided exclusively to Daily Express US by the Democracy Institute shows many Americans support Donald Trump'...

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'It's going to be a nightmare': Downtown business owners rail against idea of elevated Green Line

Business owners expressed concerned w with he proposed alignment's impact on shadowing, traffic and noise....

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He Left Me With Debt And A Messed Up Residence- Ashanti Regional Minister Drags Hon. Simon Osei

The current Ashanti Regional Minister, Dr. Frank Amoakohene has brought to the limelight information regarding the curre...

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Davey urges Starmer to start EU customs union talks

Sir Ed Davey calls for PM to use meeting with EU leaders to "fire the starting gun" on new trade deal....

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Border crossings have declined, yet ICE keeps moving migrants

For those moved to detention facilities elsewhere in the country the odds of winning asylum decrease greatly.By Kate Mor...

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AI-generated child sex abuse images targeted with new laws

Yvette Cooper says the UK will make it illegal to own AI tools to make images of child sexual abuse....

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Church accused of trying to be on 'cool side of history' with slavery reparations

A scathing report urges the Church of England to abandon its £100million reparations project...

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TURNER: Budget hearings underway

At the Capitol the last few weeks, House Appropriations and Budget subcommittees have been meeting to hear from the agen...

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Allegheny County Democrats, GOP announce nominees for Mon Valley House seat special election

Democrats and Republicans have selected nominees for the race to replace the late Matt Gergely in the 35th state House D...

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Present, Lord!

The story is told about a dying woman who told her children: “When I die, I want my remains to be cremated and my ashe...

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Modernity, ‘wokeness,’ and DEI

Last week’s column, (see “The American backlash against modernity,” 1/26/25) elicited responses that seemed to con...

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Ken Martin wins race to become chair of the Democratic National Committee as party looks to find its footing

Six candidates ended up running to lead the Democratic National Committee....

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Is DeepSeek really a threat?

Thomas Edison, the autodidactic telegraph operator turned entrepreneur, is often considered the greatest inventor of all...

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Charging woes take the spark out of the electric vehicle surge in Hong Kong

With strong demand for EVs expected to continue, it is important for authorities to foster development of vital infrastr...

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Liwan Design Studios and Labs to host 1st Open Day of 2025 tomorrow

Tribune News NetworkDOHALiwan Design Studios and Labs is inviting the public to join its first Open Day of 2025 on Monda...

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Qatari designers showcase latest collections at 21st DJWE 2025

Tribune News NetworkDohaThe Doha Jewellery & Watches Exhibition (DJWE) has long been a symbol of artistry, craftsmanship...

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DRC president, Khulaifi discuss ways to enhance bilateral ties

QNA KinshasaPresident of the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) Felix Tshisekedi met with Minister of State at the M...

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Global food and nutrition security in alarming state

Food and nutrition insecurity remain pressing global challenges. Despite progress in some areas, millions of people arou...

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Italy’s Meloni navigates high-stakes relationship after Trump comeback

He hails a fantastic woman sweeping all before her in Europe. She praises a strong and shrewd defender of the West. Dona...

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Minnesota’s Ken Martin Elected DNC Chair, Vows to Fight Trump, GOP Agenda

Martin pledged to prioritize working-class voters, bolster Democratic infrastructure, unify the party, and oppose Trump ...

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Charges: Adviser Leaked Fed Secrets to China

An economist who was a senior adviser to the Federal Reserve Board of Governors has been arrested, charged with stealing...

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Bishop Sam Owusu’s prophecy about Asiedu Nketia as future President [Watch]

Founder and leader of Pottersville Church International, Ambassador Bishop Sam Owusu, has made a bold prophecy, claiming...

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WARMINGTON: Canada awaits first shot to be fired as U.S. trade war imminent

But as Ontario Premier Doug Ford talks tough, Canadian and U.S. distillers weigh the costs and benefits of this economic...

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Rams bill fallout continues. Aldermanic leader says opponents were drunk at meeting

Roughly 10 hours after she stormed out of the meeting, Aldermanic President Megan Green went on Facebook and told one of...

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Dangote Refinery cuts petrol price to N890 per litre

Dangote Petroleum Refinery has announced a reduction in the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS), commonly known as petro...

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Trump is starting a trade war. If he wants to absorb Canada, what comes next will be worse

The first shots of the trade war between the United States and Canada have been fired. Whether it escalates beyond the p...

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Community spaces are a welcome addition

They are good examples of how government, businesses and charities can join hands to build a more caring and inclusive c...

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AFREEQ elects new officers, marks decade of empowering Filipino real estate professionals

Darlene RegisThe Association of Filipino Real Estate Executives in Qatar (AFREEQ) recently elected its new officers duri...

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Oscar Sudi's silence in Parliament speaks louder than words

Sudi recently spoke about respect for elders, warning the youth against placing their God-ordained leaders inside coffin...