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Philadelphia authorities arrest man suspected of helping escaped juvenile homicide suspect, who remains at large

By Danny Freeman and Aya Elamroussi, CNN (CNN) — An 18-year-old has been arrested in connection with the Philadelphia killing suspect who escaped custody during a medical transport, the city’s police department announced Friday. Authorities say they arrested Michael Diggs for allegedly picking up Shane Pryor, 17, after Pryor ran from two Philadelphia Juvenile Justice

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Florida board bans use of state and federal funds on DEI programs at state universities

By Carlos Suarez and Denise Royal, CNN (CNN) — Florida’s Board of Governors voted Wednesday to ban state spending on diversity, equity and inclusion programs across all public universities in the state – the latest move targeting higher education DEI spending in the United States. The University of Florida, Florida State University and Florida International

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Argentine unions hold general strike against new leader Milei’s austerity policies

By Damián Martino, Sol Amaya, Ignacio Grimaldi, Michael Rios and Stefano Pozzebon, CNN (CNN) — Argentina’s labor unions began a nationwide general strike on Wednesday against austerity measures and reforms by the country’s libertarian President Javier Milei. Thousands of people marched toward Congress in the capital of Buenos Aires on Wednesday amid the strike, which began at

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Carl Icahn Fast Facts

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of investor Carl Icahn. Personal Birth date: February 16, 1936 Birth place: Brooklyn, New York Birth name: Carl Celian Icahn Father: Michael Icahn, cantor and teacher Mother: Bella (Schnall) Icahn, teacher Marriages: Gail Golden (1999-present); Liba Trejbal (1979-1999, divorced) Children: with Liba Trejbal: Michelle

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Groundhog Day Fast Facts

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at Groundhog Day, an American tradition that is meant to predict when spring will arrive. February 2, 2025 – Punxsutawney Phil sees his shadow, predicting six more weeks of winter. February 2, 2024 – Punxsutawney Phil does not see his shadow, calling for an early spring. Facts

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Minnesota state trooper charged with second-degree murder in death of man during traffic stop in Minneapolis

WCCO, MILLER FAMILY PHOTOS, MINNESOTA DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY, MADEL PA, CNN By Andy Rose, CNN (CNN) — A Minnesota State Patrol trooper was charged Wednesday with second-degree murder in the shooting death of Ricky Cobb II during a traffic stop in Minneapolis last year. State Trooper Ryan Londregan also faces charges of first-degree assault and

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Minnesota state trooper charged with second-degree murder in death of man during traffic stop in Minneapolis

By Andy Rose, CNN (CNN) — A Minnesota State Patrol trooper charged with second-degree murder in the shooting death of Ricky Cobb II during a traffic stop in Minneapolis last year made his first court appearance Monday. State Trooper Ryan Londregan also faces charges of first-degree assault and second-degree manslaughter, according to a criminal complaint. Londregan

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A Colorado pastor says God told him to launch a crypto venture. He’s now accused of pocketing $1.3 million from his followers

By Faith Karimi, CNN (CNN) — Denver pastor Eli Regalado had an exciting message for his congregation. After months of prayers and cues from God, he was going to start selling cryptocurrency, he announced in a YouTube video last April. The Signature and Silvergate banks had collapsed weeks earlier, signaling the need to look into other investment options beyond financial

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Hungary’s Orban backs Sweden’s NATO bid, potentially removing last hurdle to accession

By Christian Edwards, Catherine Nicholls and James Frater, CNN (CNN) — Hungary’s Prime Minister Viktor Orban told NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg that his government supports Sweden’s membership bid, potentially removing the final hurdle to accession after months of fraught negotiations. “I reaffirmed that the Hungarian government supports the NATO membership of Sweden,” Orban wrote Wednesday

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Google Fast Facts

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at Google, Inc. Facts The name Google is a play on the word “googol,” a mathematical term referring to a 1 followed by 100 zeros (represented as 1 x 10100). Alphabet, Inc., Google’s parent company, employed 183,323 people as of December 31, 2024. Timeline 1995 – Founders

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Triple Crown Fast Facts

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at horse racing’s Triple Crown. The three races in the Triple Crown are the Kentucky Derby, the Preakness Stakes and the Belmont Stakes. Facts A horse must win all three races to achieve the Triple Crown. There have been 13 Triple Crown winners:– 1919 Sir Barton– 1930

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Academy Awards Fast Facts

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here is a look at the Academy Awards, also known as the “Oscars.” March 2, 2025 – The 97th Annual Academy Awards ceremony takes place, with Conan O’Brien hosting. March 10, 2024 – The 96th Annual Academy Awards ceremony takes place, with Jimmy Kimmel hosting. 2025 Winners (selected) Best Picture

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John Roberts Fast Facts

CNN Editorial Research (CNN) — Here’s a look at the life of John Roberts, chief justice of the United States. Personal Birth date: January 27, 1955 Birth place: Buffalo, New York Birth name: John Glover Roberts Jr. Father: John Glover Roberts Sr., steel company executive Mother: Rosemary (Podrasky) Roberts Marriage: Jane (Sullivan) Roberts (July 27,

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