Biden vows to check Russian aggression and tackle inflation
President Biden used the State of the Union to pledge against Russian aggression in Ukraine, curb soaring inflation, and address COVID fatigue. He urged unity in Congress, highlighted Western sanctions, and promised action on oligarch corruption while noting energy costs and domestic pressure ahead of midterms.
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Russia escalates attacks on urban centers in Ukraine
Kyiv reports intensified strikes on crowded areas as President Zelenskyy vows revenge after Kharkiv square bloodshed and a TV tower bombing. A 40 mile Russian tank convoy nears Kyiv while assaults hit Odesa and Mariupol, as global sanctions deepen Russia’s isolation.
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Omicron spread links to youth vaccination push in US
The piece notes omicron’s high contagion, vaccines for 5 to 11 year olds rolling out weeks before its surge. CDC epidemiologist Ruth Link-Gelles cites ongoing protection against severe outcomes while political figures react to vaccine and pandemic dynamics, including Texas governor candidate Beto O’Rourke seeking to revive 2018 campaign energy in Fort Worth.
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Texas governor race pits Beto O'Rourke against Abbott
Republican Gov. Greg Abbott will face Democrat Beto O'Rourke after Texas voters opened a primary season that could reshape political power. Abbott led with a strong nomination and a starting campaign fund over 50 million dollars.
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Pfizer Vaccine Protects Kids From Severe COVID Amid Omicron Surge
CDC data show Pfizer shots for children aged 5 and up provide strong protection against hospitalization and death even during omicron. New York study suggested milder infections may be less prevented in 5-11 year olds, but CDC notes other states do not implicate age or dose size.
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Mardi Gras Returns to New Orleans After 2020 Pause
Revelers decked in purple, green and gold filled New Orleans on Fat Tuesday for the first full-dress Mardi Gras since 2020 as parades rolled through the city and the French Quarter. Masks were required indoors, while outdoor festivities proceeded with the welcome back spirit evident on capes reading Welcome back y all and We missed you.
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Woman testifies after sentencing in campus assault case
The victim spoke about ruined college dreams and ongoing emotional scars from the alleged sexual assault by Lewis. Prosecutors and defense noted long legal proceedings, with Lewis seeking probation through counseling while the victim urged prison time. Lewis was taken into custody after the sentencing.
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