The package includes radar and other technology to counter Iran-supplied exploding drones that Russia has used against Ukrainian targets.
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Public safety accounts urge caution on Twitter after changes
Across the country, government agencies, especially those tasked with sending messages during emergencies, have embraced Twitter over the last decade.
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UN climate talks poised for deal creating disaster fund
According to the draft of the proposal from Egypt developed countries would be “urged” to contribute to the fund, which would also draw on other private and public sources of money such as international financial institutions.
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House Republicans push Hunter Biden probe despite thin majority
Republicans used their first news conference after clinching the majority to discuss Hunter Biden and the Justice Department, renewing long-held grievances about what they claim is a politicized law enforcement agency.
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Dangerous lake-effect snow paralyzes parts of New York
The National Weather Service reported single-day totals of 3 feet in many places along the eastern end of Lake Erie.
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Colorado Democrat Adam Frisch concedes race against Boebert as it goes to recount
Democrat Adam Frisch has conceded his tight U.S. House race against Republican Lauren Boebert, even though the race has yet to be called officially.
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New York hasn’t licensed any pot shops, yet they abound
Stores openly selling marijuana can now be found throughout New York City, operated by people who shrugged at licensing requirements.
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Disgraced Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes gets more than 11 years in prison for duping investors
Holmes, who was CEO throughout the company’s turbulent 15-year history, was convicted in January of the scheme.
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North Korea test-fires intercontinental ballistic missile with range to strike entire U.S.
The United States quickly condemned the launch and vowed to take “all necessary measures” to guarantee the safety of its territory and its allies South Korea and Japan.
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Stocks end higher on Wall Street but still fall for the week
Stocks ended higher on Wall Street but still wound up with weekly losses after several days of bumpy trading.