Ventura fire ravages hospital and homes amid Santa Ana winds
Violent Santa Ana winds fueled wildfires that destroyed a psychiatric hospital and numerous residences in Ventura California forcing tens of thousands to evacuate. One blaze expanded to over 70 square miles as winds exceeded 60 mph, according to Fire Chief Mark Lorenzen.
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Russia banned from Olympics for doping scandal
IOC bans Russia from the Pyeongchang Olympics for systemic manipulation of anti-doping rules tied to Sochi 2014. Russian athletes may compete if cleared, while the Russian Olympic Committee remains suspended. President Putin to address participation amid boycott threats.
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Olympic Athletes from Russia sparks debate over neutrality
IOC President Thomas Bach says the designation is not political yet critics see the label Olympic Athletes from Russia as an act shaping the movement. The USA Today analysis notes the potential for athletes to become bridges to a cleaner sport and future collaborations.
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Supreme Court weighs cake speech in same sex wedding case
The Supreme Court debated whether a custom cake can be protected speech or a commercial sale. Justices questioned if cakes convey expression and who speaks at a wedding, while lawyers argued over the role of a baker’s beliefs in design. The case centers on Jack Phillips of Colorado denying a cake for a same sex couple.
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Instagram warns against lionselfie and other wildlife posts
Instagram launches advisory prompts for hashtags like lionselfie tigersnuggles and cheetah cuddles to deter risky wildlife selfies. The pop ups urge users to consider animal welfare and illegal trade risks while allowing posting to continue.
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