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What’s in a name? Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance has had many of them

Associated Press COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — When it comes to Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance’s name, it’s complicated. The senator from Ohio introduced himself to the world in 2016 when he published his bestselling memoir, “Hillbilly Elegy,” under the name J.D. Vance — “like jay-dot-dee-dot,” he wrote, short for James David. In the book,

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Una iniciativa en Salinas alienta a los estudiantes a no usar los teléfonos celulares durante horas escolares

Una iniciativa en Salinas alienta a los estudiantes a no usar los teléfonos celulares durante horas escolares

Nataly Gutierrez SALINAS, Calif. (KMUV-TV): Los estudiantes en las secundarias del Distrito de Salinas pronto tendrán que guardar sus teléfonos en el ciclo escolar de otoño. Los residentes en Salinas dijeron que los líderes académicos tomaron una buena decisión “Ya no salen a jugar futbol como lo que hacían antes que hubiera los teléfonos,” dijo

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Harris tries to thread the needle on Gaza after meeting with Netanyahu

Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — Vice President Kamala Harris, the likely Democratic nominee for president, is attempting to bridge divides within the party over the war in Gaza, emphasizing Israel’s right to defend itself while also focusing on alleviating Palestinian suffering. She delivered remarks after meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu on Thursday that

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How Kamala Harris’ warp-speed campaign launch has changed the 2024 race

By Eric Bradner, CNN (CNN) — The five days since Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign launched at warp speed have remade the 2024 race – and given Democrats new hope of preventing a second Donald Trump presidency. Bright green, pro-Harris memes have erupted across social media. Fundraising exploded, with Harris’ campaign saying she raised $126 million between

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Sri Lanka will hold presidential election on Sept. 21, its first since declaring bankruptcy in 2022

Associated Press COLOMBO, Sri Lanka (AP) — Sri Lanka will hold a presidential election on Sept. 21 that will likely be a test of confidence in President Ranil Wickremesinghe’s efforts to resolve the country’s worst economic crisis. The date was announced by the independent elections commission Friday. It also said nominations will be accepted on

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Young Venezuelan opposition voters prepare to leave the country if Maduro is reelected

By Stefano Pozzebon, CNN (CNN) — Ambar Leáñez grows quiet when she thinks of a future beyond this weekend. A staunch supporter of Venezuela’s opposition movement, she’s buoyant about her coalition’s chances to win this Sunday’s presidential election. The thought of another six years under the incumbent – Venezuela’s entrenched authoritarian president Nicolás Maduro – would drive her

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‘Deadpool & Wolverine’ brings Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman and some friends to jolt Comic-Con

Associated Press SAN DIEGO (AP) — “Deadpool & Wolverine” has arrived — and Comic-Con, with its hordes of Marvel fans, celebrated the only superhero flick of the summer with a surprise screening and special guests. The sprawling convention celebrating all things pop culture kicked off Wednesday, and a panel celebrating the release of “Deadpool &

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Venezuela’s presidential candidates conclude their campaigns ahead of Sunday’s election

CARACAS, Venezuela (AP) — Venezuela’s government and opposition closed the official presidential campaign season Thursday with demonstrations that drew thousands of people to the streets of the capital. The events three days before the highly anticipated election on Sunday encapsulated the massive disparities between the top contenders, including their resources. President Nicolás Maduro, who is

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