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August 28, 2023

Biden claims to have 'literally' convinced Strom Thurmond to vote for Civil Rights Act — at 21 years old

President Biden claimed to have convinced South Carolina Senator Strom Thurmond to vote for the Civil Rights Act when he was 21 years old.

August 28, 2023

Texas coach Steve Sarkisian reacts to Big 12 commissioner's comments ahead of Texas Tech game

Texas Coach Sarkisian responds to Big 12 Commissioner's comments ahead of Texas Tech game, indicating Commissioner Yormark won't be sharing a meal with the Longhorns this season.

August 28, 2023

Biden White House dodges on recommendation Americans stop at two beers a week

White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre declined to comment on a potential recommendation that Americans stop at only two beers a week.

August 28, 2023

Sen. Tammy Baldwin repays taxpayer-funded November 2020 NYC trip to see partner

Wisconsin Democrat Sen. Tammy Baldwin repaid a taxpayer-funded trip to visit her partner in New York City in November 2020 after being asked about it by the press.

August 28, 2023

Biden Administration will encourage Americans to get new COVID-19 vaccine, KJP says

The Biden Admin will encourage Americans to get the new COVID-19 vaccines, which are expected by mid-September.

August 28, 2023

San Francisco police union fires back at bakery's refusal of service to officer: 'Cut out the bulls---'

San Francisco Police Union disputes bakery refusal of officer service. SPOA President Lt. Tracy McCray criticizes hidden bias and urged transparency.

August 28, 2023

College athlete reporting platform expands to include gambling concerns amidst US integrity collaboration

RealResponse, a platform offering college athletes an anonymous channel to report misconduct by coaches or peers, is expanding to include reporting suspected gambling activities.

August 28, 2023

Oral surgeon convicted of feeding former patient painkillers in toxic romance: 'Watched her deteriorate'

A dentist has been convicted in his girlfriend's 2022 murder after prosecutors say he poisoned her with drugs that are typically only accessible in a medical environment.

August 28, 2023

White House suggests DeSantis education reform may contribute to racial violence: 'Don't think it's a stretch'

The White House criticized education reforms in Ron DeSantis' Florida, open to the suggestion that they cause racial violence like the shooting in Jacksonville.

August 28, 2023

Britain’s quirky World Bog Snorkeling Championships kicks off with flippers, snorkeling gear, and a giant toad

The 35th annual World Bog Snorkeling Championships has kicked off in Britain, where competitors slithered through slim in snorkeling gear, flippers, and other quirky accessories.