Maker of rifle used in Uvalde withdraws from NRA convention
"This week is not the appropriate time to be promoting our products," an executive said in an email.
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More than 3,500 flights canceled over Memorial Day weekend
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Maker of rifle used in Uvalde withdraws from NRA convention
"This week is not the appropriate time to be promoting our products," an executive said in an email.
Russia's ruble is the strongest currency in the world this year
After its value plunged to less than a U.S. penny, the ruble is now trading 30% higher than before Russia attacked Ukraine. Why?
Some U.S. counties requiring warning signs where guns are sold
If signs prevent one suicide, homicide or unintentional death of a child, they're worth it, says county legislator.
Wall Street breaks 7-week losing streak — longest since 2001
Investors cheered by economic data showing that inflation slowed in April for the first time since November 2020.
New York accuses 30 retailers of price-gouging for baby formula
Amid a nationwide shortage, the state's top prosecutor said she is going after retailers who overcharge for essential nutrition.
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At NRA forum, Trump mocks GOP leaders who didn't attend
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, Sen. John Cornyn and other politicians and musicians decided not to go to the NRA event after the mass shooting in Uvalde on Tuesday.
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Some U.S. counties requiring warning signs where guns are sold
If signs prevent one suicide, homicide or unintentional death of a child, they're worth it, says county legislator.
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650 cases of severe hepatitis in kids reported since April, WHO says
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At least 31 killed in stampede during charity event in southern Nigeria
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Mexico's president wants to re-name notorious drug-growing area
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Russia says it captured key city, aims to widen east Ukraine battle
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Anaïs Mitchell performs “Brooklyn Bridge"
Born and raised in Vermont, Anaïs Mitchell started writing songs when she was 17 years old. She's released eight studio albums - including one that led to her Tony and Grammy award-winning musical, "Hadestown." For “Saturday Sessions,” Anaïs Mitchell performs “Brooklyn Bridge."
Anaïs Mitchell performs “Bright Star.”
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Harry Styles announces partnership with Everytown for Gun Safety
Styles pledged to donate to the nonprofit organization and share "their suggested action items."
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Apple hikes starting pay for retail workers amid union push
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Anaïs Mitchell performs “Brooklyn Bridge"
Born and raised in Vermont, Anaïs Mitchell started writing songs when she was 17 years old. She's released eight studio albums - including one that led to her Tony and Grammy award-winning musical, "Hadestown." For “Saturday Sessions,” Anaïs Mitchell performs “Brooklyn Bridge."
Anaïs Mitchell performs “Bright Star.”
Born and raised in Vermont, Anaïs Mitchell started writing songs when she was 17 years old. She's released eight studio albums - including one that led to her Tony and Grammy award-winning musical, "Hadestown." For “Saturday Sessions,” Anaïs Mitchell performs “Bright Star.”