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Today in History: March 6, Supreme Court issues Dred Scott decision Today is Friday, March 6, the 65th day of 2026. There are 300 days left in the year.

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London police say 4 men arrested on suspicion of aiding Iran by spying on Jewish community London police say four men have been arrested on suspicion of aiding Iran by spying on the Jewish community. In a statement Friday, the Metropolitan Police said the suspects, one Iranian and three dual British-Iranian nationals, were taken into custody…

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London police say 4 men arrested on suspicion of aiding Iran by spying on Jewish community London police say 4 men arrested on suspicion of aiding Iran by spying on Jewish community.

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Sri Lanka takes control of an Iranian vessel off its coast after US sank an Iranian warship Sri Lanka is bringing more than 200 sailors from an Iranian ship ashore after the vessel sought assistance near the Indian Ocean island nation. Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake said the country took control of the vessel after it…

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What to know as a son of Iran's late supreme leader is a possible candidate to replace his father Mojtaba Khamenei, a son of Iran’s late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, long has been considered a contender to the post of the country’s next paramount ruler even before his father's death. He has never been elected nor appointed to…

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Talarico became famous with viral videos. Can Republicans turn that against him? After James Talarico won the Democratic Senate nomination in Texas, Republicans are racing to paint him as too progressive. Conservatives started flooding social media with old clips highlighting his comments on gender, immigration and race. Republican strategists believe they can…

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Celebration of life for Jesse Jackson to draw former presidents and Grammy-winning artists Three former U.S. presidents, Grammy-winning artists, clergy and elected officials are expected to attend a Chicago celebration of life Friday for the late Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. The event honoring the protege of the Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. and…

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The Latest: Israeli strikes pound Iran and Lebanon as US warns attacks will intensify Israeli airstrikes are pounding the capitals of Iran and Lebanon as the U.S. apparently struck an Iranian drone carrier at sea, intensifying its campaign targeting the Islamic Republic’s fleet of warships. Iran launched new retaliatory attacks early Friday against neighboring…

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Asia shares are mixed following Wall Street's losses, as oil edges lower Asia shares are mixed following a mild retreat on Wall Street, while the price of oil fell more than $1 after reaching the highest level since the summer of 2024. U.S. futures edged higher and the dollar rose against the…

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Cuba's blackout, Shakira in Mexico and other top photos from Latin America and the Caribbean Feb. 27 - March 5, 2026

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Pentagon's break with Ivy League leaves colleges bracing for further changes to military programs The Trump administration’s campaign to end “wokeness” in the military is reshaping its relationship with U.S. higher education. The Pentagon has been breaking off longstanding ties with prestigious universities that have trained generals and admirals while building new bonds with…

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'Worse than a prison': 911 calls, interviews reveal problems at ICE's largest detention camp Serious medical and mental health emergencies have been routine at the nation’s largest U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facility since its opening in August. Data from more than a hundred 911 calls at Camp East Montana in El Paso,…

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People love to hate changing clocks twice a year, but can't agree how to fix it This is the weekend when clocks move ahead, causing angst, lost sleep and health issues for many. Over the last decade, at least 19 states have passed laws to let them stay in daylight saving time if the federal government…

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Attempted suicides, fights, pain: 911 calls reveal misery at ICE’s largest detention facility The calls to 911 poured in from staff at Camp East Montana, the nation's largest U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention facility, in its first months of operation in El Paso, Texas. The emergencies included repeated suicide attempts by detainees,…

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Texas Rep. Tony Gonzales ends reelection bid after admitting to affair with aide Texas Rep. Tony Gonzales ends reelection bid after admitting to affair with aide.

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PennWest Professor Encourages Students to Analyze Iran Tensions A political science professor at PennWest University Dr. Kevan Yenerall says recent developments in Iran have been a major topic in his classroom as tensions in the Middle East escalate. After more than 20 years studying international conflict, he says…

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Japan confirms a second Japanese national has been detained in Iran and requests an early release Japan confirms a second Japanese national has been detained in Iran and requests an early release.

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Intense Israeli strikes target Iran and Lebanon as US warns bombardment to 'surge dramatically' Intense Israeli airstrikes are pounding the capitals of Iran and Lebanon as the U.S. apparently struck an Iranian drone carrier at sea, intensifying its campaign targeting the Islamic Republic’s fleet of warships. Iran launched new retaliatory attacks early Friday against…

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What to know about the Kurds and their potential involvement in the Iran war Iraqi Kurdish officials have told The Associated Press that thousands of battle-hardened Kurds in northern Iraq are preparing for a potential cross-border military operation in Iran with U.S. backing. The three officials spoke on condition of anonymity because they were…

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U.S. military says Iranian drone carrier struck, now on fire U.S. military says Iranian drone carrier struck, now on fire.

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Pentagon says it is labeling AI company Anthropic a supply chain risk 'effective immediately' The Trump administration is following through with its threat to designate artificial intelligence company Anthropic as a supply chain risk in an unprecedented move that could force other government contractors to stop using the AI chatbot Claude. The Pentagon said…

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Justice Department publishes missing Epstein files involving uncorroborated claim about Trump The Justice Department has released additional Jeffrey Epstein files involving uncorroborated accusations made by a woman against President Donald Trump that the department said had been mistakenly withheld during an earlier review. The department said last week that it was…

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Study suggests Trump's unproven autism claims influenced care Last year, President Donald Trump promoted unproven ties between Tylenol and autism and touted an old generic drug as a treatment for the developmental condition. New research found that for nearly three months after that, Tylenol orders for pregnant women…

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US and Venezuela agree to re-establish diplomatic relations The State Department says the United States and Venezuela have agreed to re-establish diplomatic relations in a major shift in a historically adversarial relationship. The move comes after rounds of Trump administration officials have visited the South American nation after…

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US and Venezuela agree to re-establish diplomatic relations US and Venezuela agree to re-establish diplomatic relations.

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Mother of children found buried in suitcases in Cleveland charged with two counts of murder Mother of children found buried in suitcases in Cleveland charged with two counts of murder.

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Bernard LaFayette, Selma voting rights organizer, has died Bernard LaFayette, Selma voting rights organizer, has died.

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State Lawmakers and Advocates Adress the Home Care Crisis Home care families in Erie are feeling the strain of a growing caregiver crisis, driven by multiple factors including an aging population and wage concerns. A roundtable at the Blasco Library drew dozens of home care workers, families, and advocates…

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Republican Ryan Binkley advances to primary runoff election in Texas' 32nd Congressional District Republican Ryan Binkley advances to primary runoff election in Texas' 32nd Congressional District.

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Republican Jace Yarbrough advances to primary runoff election in Texas' 32nd Congressional District Republican Jace Yarbrough advances to primary runoff election in Texas' 32nd Congressional District.

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