Six U.S. troops killed in Kabul area bombing
Six American servicemembers died in a death by own action bombing at a meeting near Bagram Air Base north of Kabul, amid continued NATO operations in Afghanistan. Three others were injured as officials confirmed the losses and noted the attack was carried out by a motorcyclist.
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Lindsey Graham exits GOP presidential race in setback
Newsline reports South Carolina senator Lindsey Graham drops out after failing to crack single digits in national polls or early voting states. The item notes a related drop in broadband-enabled homes and a surge in demand tied to a new Star Wars film.
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USA TODAY edition note for local paper readers
The edition confirms availability of an expanded USA TODAY version at newsstands and via subscription. It directs readers to usatoday.com for updated national coverage and links sports content to sports.usatoday.com.
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Winter warmup floods eastern US with record highs
An eastern US warm spell could push highs into the 70s on Thursday, shattering Christmas Eve records in cities like Boston New York Philadelphia Washington Charlotte and Atlanta. Forecasters attribute the surge to offshore high pressure driving warm southerly winds with rain and storms possible in the south and heavy mountain snow farther west.
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Trump story reshapes politics without changing campaign norms
The piece notes Donald Trump dominates politics while rivals remain conventional. Advertisements on TV, scripted campaigns, and respect for voters mark rival tactics. Critics point to Trump’s polarizing style and the unresolved question of his long term impact as analysts ask how far his influence will extend. The report ends noting continued coverage on page 2.
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Clinton to push big funding to cure Alzheimer's disease
Clinton plans a major bid to expand federal spending to cure Alzheimer's by 2025, proposing $2 billion yearly. She frames the issue as crucial for women and minority voters, with Fairfield Iowa as a campaign stop and a focus on mobilizing independents.
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