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Already shrunk by half, Swiss glaciers melting faster
Researchers say ice volumes have lost an additional 12 percent over just six years.
Car-bomb killing sows unease among cheerleaders of Putin’s war
The shocking death of Daria Dugina, daughter of Russian nationalist Alexander Dugin, has added to a sense of fear among Russians that “Moscow is now a front-line city” and that even the elite are vulnerable.
Congo reports new Ebola case linked to previous outbreak
Congo has experienced 14 recorded Ebola outbreaks since the virus was first discovered in the conflict-ridden country in 1976.
Kansas recount confirms results in favor of abortion rights
After the recount, the side that supported the measure gained six votes and those opposed to it lost 57 votes.
Trump seeks special master to review Mar-a-Lago documents
The court filing requests the appointment of a special master not connected with the case who would be tasked with inspecting the records recovered from Trump’s club and setting aside those that are covered by executive privilege.
Fate of Ukrainian lands held by Russia remains unclear
Ukrainian officials and activists paint a picture that contrasts sharply with the Russian TV portrayal of a bright future for the occupied territories under Moscow’s generous care.
Pfizer seeks OK of updated COVID vaccine booster for fall
White House COVID-19 coordinator said, ‘it’s going to be really important that people this fall and winter get the new shots…’
Man charged in Bulger slaying to stay locked up until trial
Sean McKinnon, 36, was on federal supervised release when he was arrested Thursday in Florida on charges including conspiracy to commit first degree murder.
Ford to appeal $1.7 billion verdict in Georgia pickup truck crash
The yearslong civil case involves what the plaintiffs’ lawyers called dangerously defective roofs on Ford pickup trucks.