The daytime barrage targeted 5 Ukrainian cities with more than 40 missiles of different types, and Ukraine’s air force says it intercepted 30 missiles.
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NATO leaders are descending on Washington. Here’s what to know
Europe is facing a rise of far-right populism, particularly in France and Hungary, threatening what had been a bedrock pillar of post-World War II security and stability.
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Read the letter Biden sent to House Democrats telling them to support him
President Biden’s letter to Democrats in Congress points to respecting the primary process and focusing on his economic vision.
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For the first time, more than 3 million pass through U.S. airport security in a day
Eight of the 10 busiest days in TSA’s history have come this year as the number of travelers tops prepandemic levels.
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‘Bob’s Burgers’ actor pleads guilty to interfering with police during Capitol riot
Jay Johnston, known for comedic roles in ‘Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy’ and ‘Bob’s Burgers,’ has pleaded guilty to interfering with police officers trying to protect the U.S. Capitol from the Jan. 6 riot.
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Biden tells Hill Democrats he won’t step aside amid party drama
The president called for an end to the intraparty drama that has torn apart Democrats since his dismal public debate performance. ‘It’s time for it to end,’ he said.
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Leaders across Europe and U.S. express relief, concern about the France’s election result
Relief, because the far-right National Rally didn’t come out as the strongest party – but also concern, because no political grouping has a majority in the National Assembly.
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Some Democratic House leaders say Biden should step aside, but president keeps campaigning
Several Democratic committee leaders, including Reps. Jerry Nadler, Jim Himes and Mark Takano, are saying privately that Biden should step aside.
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Jon Landau, Oscar-winning ‘Titanic’ and ‘Avatar’ producer, dies at 63
Landau’s partnership with director James Cameron led to three Oscar nominations and a best picture win for 1997’s ‘Titanic.’
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French leftists win most seats in legislative elections, beating back far-right surge, exit polls say
The projections put President Emmanuel Macron’s centrist alliance in 2nd, no longer in control of parliament, and the bruised far right 3rd.