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FBI targets explosive increase in teenage boys being targeted online, extorted for money.
FTX founder agrees to extradition to US, will face criminal charges
The 30-year-old could potentially spend the rest of his life in jail.
Inside Trump’s Mar-a-Lago home, where thousands partied near secret files
New York Times: Trump stored classified documents in high-traffic areas.
Criminal charges: January 6 panel refers Trump to Justice dept - prosecution possible
The recommended charges include conspiracy to defraud the United States.
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Severe turbulence rocked a flight from Phoenix to Honolulu.
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The item has been intercepted at security checkpoints in record-breaking numbers.
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'Criminal statutes': Trump facing three criminal charges
The House panel is considering recommending prosecutors pursue charges.
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High inflation and efforts to tame it defined 2022 economy
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South Africa leader fights for political future over scandal
Anti-apartheid icon says he’s innocent of charges that he hid at least US$580,000.
Donald Trump flags ‘major announcement’ in bizarre ’superhero’ post
Trump flags major announcement while posting an image of himself dressed as a superhero.
US to send Patriot missiles to Ukraine, Russia warns of ‘consequences’
The US will provide Kyiv with the surface-to-air missiles to ward off Russian strikes.
Mystery Plane: Elvis Presley’s private jet to go up for auction
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Sandy Hook 10 years on: Police officer remembers tragedy
New York Times: Bill Cario was one of the first to enter the school after the shooting.
US Speaker’s husband Paul Pelosi attack: Man told cops of ‘evil’ in Washington
David DePape broke into the Pelosis’ San Francisco home seeking to kidnap Nancy Pelosi.
Podcast helps free two men serving life in prison for murder
New York Times: Podcast helped uncover evidence of police misconduct.
'Destructive' storm wreaks havoc on the US midwest
A massive storm has hit the US Midwest, killing two people.
Jarden Brief: Semiconductor wars heat up with billions at stake
Tech stocks up after rumours Beijing will mimic Biden's semiconductor package.
US Fed raises cash rate by half a point and signals more to come
The benchmark rate is now at the highest level in 15 years.
Trump Organisation secretly held in contempt for hindering tax fraud probe
It "wilfully disobeyed” four grand jury subpoenas and three court orders.
Joe Biden says US should feel ‘societal guilt’ over guns
President chides nation on anniversary of Sandy Hook mass shooting.
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The rover by chance had its microphone on when a whirling tower of dust passed overhead.
How Elon Musk is changing what you see on Twitter
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'Our families are validated': Biden signs gay marriage bill into law
'This law and the love it defends strike a blow against hate in all its forms.'
How Prince William really feels about the changing sentiment towards Harry
Despite the upset his brother may have caused, William won't condone harsh comments.
FTX’s Bankman-Fried charged by United States for ‘scheme’ to defraud
Charges carry maximum penalties of 115 years.
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Unlike other nuclear reactions, it doesn’t create radioactive waste.