Abortion draft upends Supreme Court pressure and leaks
The insulated Supreme Court faces unprecedented public pressure as a leaked February draft signals a potential overturn of Roe v Wade. Justice Alito signals a hard line while politicians, police, and public demonstrators respond, and lawmakers fret over how the high court will rule by June.
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Russia Bombards Ukraine Rail Targets Across Country
Russia shelled rail stations and supply depots across Ukraine as EU moves to ban oil imports. At Mariupol Azovstal, fighting persisted with claims of entry into the mill by Ukrainian forces. Donald Trump Jr met with the Jan 6 committee amid probes into the former president’s inner circle.
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Fed Boosts Rates by Half Point Amid Inflation Fight
The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark rate by 0.5 percentage points to 0.75 to 1.00 percent, its strongest move since 2000, and announced balance sheet reductions of $9 trillion. Chair Jerome Powell said officials recognize the financial pain from high inflation and will continue hikes to restore price stability and economic health.
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Sinn Fein Eyes Historic Victory in Northern Ireland Vote
In Belfast, Sinn Fein pursues a historic win to become the largest party in the 90 seat Assembly and possibly secure the post of first minister, marking a milestone for the nationalist group once linked to the IRA amid decades of conflict involving British forces and Loyalists.
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Martins on trial details alleged sexual abuse of two girls
Testimony described three incidents involving Martins and two alleged victims, including bed cuddling and explicit touching. Martins claimed the acts were misremembered or voluntary, while one victim said she lied to police under pressure from Martins’ wife. Closing arguments were set for today.
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