USA TODAY exposes FBI undercount of police chase deaths
USA TODAY finds the FBI has counted 24 chase related officer deaths since 1980 while DOT and memorial groups list at least 371 through 2014, making vehicle pursuits a major but underreported cause of police fatalities. The investigation highlights misclassification as automobile accidents and calls for stricter pursuit policies.
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Debt limit plan to fund government through 2026
Congressional leaders and the White House propose a two year package to raise the debt limit and keep the federal government funded. The plan aims to avert a default and maintain operations across agencies while seeking broader budget talks.
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Aftershock Fear Grips South Asia Amid Northern Afghanistan Quake
Amid reports of 260 plus deaths from a magnitude 7.5 quake in northern Afghanistan and Pakistan, residents describe fear of aftershocks from Kabul to New Delhi. Survivors recount ruined homes, search efforts, and calls for better awareness and building safety.
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World Series eats under fire over hot dogs risks
The World Health Organization cautions processed meats as carcinogenic with 50 grams daily linked to an 18 percent rise in colon cancer risk. Experts vary with Janet Riley defending hot dogs as healthy, while Marion Nestle endorses moderation and adding produce. Mets and Royals fans face debate over stadium snacks during baseball's fall classic.
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