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Mike Pence says Trump was ‘surrounded by crackpot lawyers’ on Jan. 6 | USA TODAY

Mike Pence says Trump was ‘surrounded by crackpot lawyers’ on Jan. 6 | USA TODAY

Mike Pence says he “had no right to overturn the election” on Jan. 6, making the comments following Donald Trump’s indictment by the Dept. of Justice. RELATED: Merrick Garland backs Justice Department after Donald Trump indictment https://tinyurl.com/yptds99h » Subscribe to USA TODAY: http://bit.ly/1xa3XAh » Watch more on this and other topics from USA TODAY: https://bit.ly/3q3ON4B » USA TODAY delivers current …

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Texas’ Rio Grande buoys spark DOJ lawsuit, Gov. Greg Abbott responds | USA TODAY

Texas’ Rio Grande buoys spark DOJ lawsuit, Gov. Greg Abbott responds | USA TODAY

The Department of Justice is suing the state of Texas after Governor Greg Abbott refused to remove a floating barrier along the U.S.-Mexico border. RELATED: Justice Dept. will sue Texas Gov. Abbott over floating barrier wall https://youtu.be/QiUnWXOXs2s The Department of Justice filed suit against the state of Texas after its governor refused to remove a floating border barrier that the …

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Donald Trump’s property manager, Carlos De Oliveira, appears in court | USA TODAY

Donald Trump’s property manager, Carlos De Oliveira, appears in court | USA TODAY

Mar-a-Lago property manager Carlos De Oliveira is facing four counts in the Donald Trump classified documents case. RELATED: Carlee Russell arrested for fabricated kidnapping story https://tinyurl.com/4c38uc9e De Oliveira, 56, property manager at Mar-a-Lago, is charged with four counts including conspiracy to obstruct justice, concealing an object and making a false statement. He didn’t enter a plea, but was released pending …

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Teacher nails special performance with students | USA TODAY

Teacher nails special performance with students | USA TODAY

A teacher danced along with her students to make sure they didn’t miss a beat RELATED: Dancing security guard steals the show at a Taylor Swift concert https://tinyurl.com/2ux9ahzw » Subscribe to USA TODAY: http://bit.ly/1xa3XAh » Watch more on this and other topics from USA TODAY: https://bit.ly/3HLDbt6 » USA TODAY delivers current local and national news, sports, entertainment, finance, technology, and …

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Driver hits the brakes to avoid car skidding down the road on its side | USA TODAY

Driver hits the brakes to avoid car skidding down the road on its side | USA TODAY

An Australian driver’s dashcam captured a car skidding down a busy roadway on its side. No one was seriously injured. RELATED: Rescuers pull baby through windshield glass of hot car https://youtu.be/kotfyLEQum8 » Subscribe to USA TODAY: http://bit.ly/1xa3XAh » Watch more on this and other topics from USA TODAY: https://tinyurl.com/4ucas3f8 » USA TODAY delivers current local and national news, sports, entertainment, …

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Resourceful hermit crab improvises by using plastic scoop as shell | USA TODAY

Resourceful hermit crab improvises by using plastic scoop as shell | USA TODAY

A marine biologist visiting The Philippines encountered a resourceful hermit crab sporting a plastic scoop as a shell. Related: World Ocean Day 2023: How to protect the ocean, clean the seas https://bit.ly/3NsLyOQ » Subscribe to USA TODAY: http://bit.ly/1xa3XAh » Watch more on this and other topics from USA TODAY: https://bit.ly/2way0jF  » USA TODAY delivers current local and national news, sports, …

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A near miss! Pipe smashes through sunroof, almost hits driver. | USA TODAY

A near miss! Pipe smashes through sunroof, almost hits driver. | USA TODAY

A drainage pipe that detached from an overpass narrowly missed a driver as it crashed through the car’s sunroof. There were no injuries or casualties. RELATED: Watch: New driver crashes car during driving exam https://tinyurl.com/2uebw3kv » Subscribe to USA TODAY: http://bit.ly/1xa3XAh » Watch more on this and other topics from USA TODAY: https://bit.ly/38Tzndx » USA TODAY delivers current local and …

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‘No confirmation’ of active shooter at Senate offices after 911 call | USA TODAY

‘No confirmation’ of active shooter at Senate offices after 911 call | USA TODAY

Police in Washington, D.C., say there was no confirmation that an active shooter fired inside the Russell Senate Office building following 911 calls. https://bit.ly/3Qm4XnC RELATED: Are mass shootings accelerating in the US? Here’s what we know https://youtu.be/ZyeZyrEnna4 The Capitol Police swarmed Senate buildings Wednesday afternoon and advised people inside to shelter in place because of a report about a possible …

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Reality show finds shipwreck by accident | USA TODAY

Reality show finds shipwreck by accident | USA TODAY

A crew filming for a Discovery Channel reality show accidentally discovered a tugboat that sank in 1879 in Lake Superior. RELATED: Historic shipwreck from 1899 found in Lake Michigan https://tinyurl.com/2s48bke8 The quest — which unfolded on the Discovery Channel’s “Expedition Unknown,” a reality TV series — starts with the adventure show host, Josh Gates, paddling in a bright yellow kayak …

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Tony Bennett, American singer and jazz musician, has died | USA TODAY

Tony Bennett, American singer and jazz musician, has died | USA TODAY

Bennett is known for some of his greatest hits such as “Rags to Riches” and “I Left My Heart In San Francisco.” RELATED: Alan Arkin, Oscar-winning actor, dies at age 89 https://tinyurl.com/bdcv42fj “I’ve never worked a day in my life,” Tony Bennett told USA TODAY in 2011, “because I love what I do.” The great singer cited that bit of …

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Driver strikes group of pedestrians in New York City injuring ten | USA TODAY

Driver strikes group of pedestrians in New York City injuring ten | USA TODAY

New York City police say a driver struck a group of pedestrians at an intersection in midtown, injuring ten while attempting to flee from authorities. https://bit.ly/3OIxGC4 RELATED: A driver struck a group of pedestrians and injured 10 people in New York City on Tuesday while attempting to flee from police, authorities said. The incident occurred at an intersection in Midtown …

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Mama black bear protects cub during stare-off with brown bear | USA TODAY

Mama black bear protects cub during stare-off with brown bear | USA TODAY

A mama black bear had a tense stare down with a brown bear as she was protecting her cub climbing a tree nearby. RELATED: Dogs unite to protect puppies against bear in tense standoff t.ly/j0kiT » Subscribe to USA TODAY: http://bit.ly/1xa3XAh » Watch more on this and other topics from USA TODAY: https://bit.ly/3QYKjbc » USA TODAY delivers current local and …

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Tori Kelly gives update on ‘health challenges’ and ‘scary few days’ | ENTERTAIN THIS!

Tori Kelly gives update on ‘health challenges’ and ‘scary few days’ | ENTERTAIN THIS!

Grammy award-winning singer Tori Kelly shared an update on Instagram about her “unexpected health challenges” after reports that she was hospitalized. RELATED: Adam Lambert looks back at his early ‘Idol’ success and time on tour with Queen t.ly/uIs36 » Subscribe to USA TODAY: http://bit.ly/1xa3XAh » Watch more on this and other topics from USA TODAY: https://bit.ly/3HLDbt6 » USA TODAY delivers …

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Small plane crashes in surf at beach, pilot rescued by lifeguards | USA TODAY

Small plane crashes in surf at beach, pilot rescued by lifeguards | USA TODAY

Eyewitnesses say a banner detached from a small plane just before it crashed into the surf at a crowded beach. No one was injured. RELATED: Caught on camera: Scary moment plane slides off runway, crashes https://youtu.be/p0CRnV8HeCM » Subscribe to USA TODAY: http://bit.ly/1xa3XAh » Watch more on this and other topics from USA TODAY: https://tinyurl.com/4ucas3f8 » USA TODAY delivers current local …

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Reveal the deep and inspiring connectivity between Austin, TX & Xishuangbanna, China | Sister Cities

Reveal the deep and inspiring connectivity between Austin, TX & Xishuangbanna, China | Sister Cities

Both Austin and Xixuangbanna are cities defined by their warm climates, diverse ethnic mix and beautiful natural surroundings. Both cities are a popular travel destination for tourists from around the globe. This is part one of a two-part episode featuring Austin and Xishuangbanna. Although separated geographically and distinct in their histories, China and the U.S. share global leadership roles and …

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