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'Why would anyone discipline me?': An officer on his fatal shootings and award-winning career

In Seattle, one officer's multiple deadly encounters offer a window into this little understood corner of American policing.

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Family of Ma'Khia Bryant speaks out after teen is killed by Columbus police

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Officials will fight judge's order to shelter homeless people on Los Angeles' skid row

“All of the rhetoric, promises, plans, and budgeting cannot obscure the shameful reality of this crisis," the ruling said.

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Biden admin scraps Trump-era proposal to limit trans protections at shelters

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National Security

Without U.S. help, Afghan forces could collapse, says top U.S. general

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Congress

Senate passes hate crime bill responding to wave of violence against Asian Americans

White House

Biden may seek to raise taxes on rich to bankroll latest legislative relief effort

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New York passes bill to automatically restore voting rights to individuals on parole

Elections

'You want to see a temper tantrum?': Arizona Republican sides with Democrats, blocks voting bill

Coronavirus

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Masks outdoors?

CDC is considering revising its outdoor mask guidance. Here's what health experts say.

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Coronavirus

Pediatric Covid hospitalization rates surge in Michigan

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Coronavirus

A handful of states are trying to ban or curtail the use of 'vaccine passports'

Coronavirus

Low on beds and oxygen, India sets global record for new Covid cases

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Why the post-pandemic economy will include higher prices, worse service, longer delays

Coronavirus

Low on beds and oxygen, India sets global record for new Covid cases

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Why the post-pandemic economy will include higher prices, worse service, longer delays

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Business News

Leaded gas was phased out 25 years ago. Why are these planes still using toxic fuel?

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Culture Matters

Byron Bay is full of celebrities. A Netflix reality show is the last straw for locals.

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Cubans denounce sale of exploding croquettes that have caused severe burns

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Everyone over 16 is now eligible for the vaccine. Here's where you can get it near you.

World News

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After George Floyd

'The whole world was watching': Chauvin's conviction reverberates beyond America

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World

Russia arrests hundreds at Navalny protests as Putin warns West not to cross 'red lines'

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World

What's behind the renewed violence in Northern Ireland?

World

Queen marks 95th birthday in private days after husband's funeral

Coronavirus

Japan eyes state of emergency for Tokyo, Osaka regions amid virus surge

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Queen marks 95th birthday in private days after husband's funeral

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Japan eyes state of emergency for Tokyo, Osaka regions amid virus surge

NBC THINK SPECIAL: What to keep post-pandemic

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What I learned about myself taking short Covid walks — even when I didn't want to

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Opinion

I moved in with my mom during the pandemic and realized I'd looked at success all wrong

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Opinion

Let's keep every outdoor dining option post-Covid. It's time restaurant culture evolved.

Opinion

I've been freed from hugging people. Please don't make me start again

Opinion

Covid and the dawning of a new era of working-class resistance

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I've been freed from hugging people. Please don't make me start again

Opinion

Covid and the dawning of a new era of working-class resistance

Business, Tech & Media

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Apple

Hackers try to extort Apple after stealing files from manufacturer

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Business News

Leaded gas was phased out 25 years ago. Why are these planes still using toxic fuel?

Eataly NYC Downtown Reopens With Color Factory Art Installation

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Why the post-pandemic economy will include higher prices, worse service, longer delays

Culture Matters

Byron Bay is awash with celebrities. A Netflix reality show is the last straw for locals.

Security

China behind another hack as U.S. cybersecurity issues mount

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Byron Bay is awash with celebrities. A Netflix reality show is the last straw for locals.

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China behind another hack as U.S. cybersecurity issues mount

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Diet & Fitness

What is the planetary diet? How shifting eating habits can better your body and the earth

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The unexpected health downside of walking with your partner

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The unexpected health downside of walking with your partner

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