McCarthy Falls Short After Historic 14th House Vote
Washington captiol episode ends with Kevin McCarthy failing to secure a majority on the 14th ballot amid a tense display. Holdouts backed by Freedom Caucus leadership pressured the process as Democrats offered support. The standoff echoes Civil War era struggles as parties face governance risk and pay concerns.
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Mutual mistrust as Russian ordered cease fire begins
Kyiv seethed in uneasy quiet as air raid sirens blared across Ukraine after Vladimir Putin ordered a unilateral 36 hour cease fire. Ukrainian officials dismissed the move though no explosions were heard in the capital and sporadic clashes elsewhere could not be independently confirmed.
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Drag race protests widen as performers defend art form
Contestants criticize backlash amid season 15 premiere in New York. Marcia Marcia Marcia says drag is an art form, while Jax notes threats and hate mirror minority struggles, but insists love and resilience will prevail. Protests target drag story hours and potential bans rise.
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Virginia first grade shooting shocks Newport News
A 6-year-old shot and wounded a teacher in a Newport News first grade classroom. The teacher, a woman in her 30s, remained in life threatening condition though improved later. Police said the student had a handgun and investigators seek how it was obtained. No students injured.
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