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How Often Do People Use Guns In Self-Defense?
Posted on · Many gun owners say the primary reason they own a firearm is self-defense. But for years, experts have been starkly divided over how often people actually use guns for this purpose
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WATCH: Hundreds Of Thousands March For Gun Control Across The U.S.
Posted on · Massive crowds descended upon Washington, D.C., and across the nation Saturday to march for gun control in the U.S., following the deadly shooting at a high school in Parkland, Fla., last month
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Border Patrol Faces Backlash From Aid Groups Over Migrant Deaths
Posted on · While humanitarian groups argue Border Patrol is intentionally funneling migrants into dangerous sections along the U.S.-Mexico border, agents say smugglers are the real culprits
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Border Patrol Crackdown Shines Light On Rising Number Of Migrant Deaths
Posted on · An investigation by USA Today finds official U.S. Border Patrol statistics underestimate the number of migrant deaths along the U.S.-Mexico border. Aid groups say the journey has grown more dangerous
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U.S. Set To Decide In Trade Dispute Threatening Booming Solar Industry
Posted on · President Trump is facing a Jan. 26 deadline to decide whether to impose tariffs on solar imports. While tariffs could help level the playing field for U.S. manfacturers, they could also raise prices.
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Trucking Industry Struggles With Growing Driver Shortage
Posted on · More than 70 percent of goods consumed in the U.S. are moved by truck. The American Trucking Associations says the industry needs to hire almost 900,000 more drivers to meet rising demand
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‘A Very Stable Genius’: Trump Responds To Renewed Criticism Of His Mental State
Posted on · Trump tweeted Saturday that his ability to win the presidency on the first try shows he is "a very stable genius" after a book renewed questions about his mental state and fitness for office.
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How Cold Is Too Cold For Pets?
Posted on · A common misconception is that dogs and cats are more resistant to cold weather than humans because of their fur, but the risks to animals can be greater during a cold snap than during extreme heat
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No ‘Easy Answer’ To Growing Number Of Stray Dogs In The U.S., Advocate Says
Posted on · Author Peter Zheutlin says the number of stray dogs in the U.S. has "cascaded out of control." He makes the case for why people should adopt abandoned dogs
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In Houston, Thousands Remain Displaced As Harvey Recovery Continues
Posted on · Earlier this month, Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner made a desperate plea for Congress to approve $61 billion in federal disaster assistance
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‘Porch Pirates’ Steal Holiday Packages Off Doorsteps
Posted on · As more people shop online, law enforcement say they're receiving more reports of package theft. A survey found nearly 20 percent of homeowners reported a package stolen in the last year
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‘Grinch Bots’ Attempt To Steal Christmas By Driving Up Toy Prices
Posted on · Sen. Chuck Schumer is urging retailers to stop "Grinch bots" who use sophisticated software to buy out the most popular toys of the season and sell them for a hefty markup on third-party sites
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Legal Landscape Shifts As More Sexual Harassment Allegations Surface Online
Posted on · There has been a fundamental shift in the landscape of sexual harassment allegations and the way they are handled. Most of these accusations started on social media before they became headlines
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Texas Gunman’s Locked Cellphone Renews Debate Over Encryption
Posted on · The FBI is blaming its inability to unlock the cellphone of the Texas shooter on the tech industry's encryption standard. But some experts say if the FBI had acted more quickly, it would have access
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Weeks After Hurricane Maria, Puerto Rico Struggles To Turn On The Lights
Posted on · Nearly 90 percent of Puerto Rico is still without power more than two weeks after Hurricane Maria. Authorities said it will take months to restore electricity after the storm destroyed the power grid