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California’s Rabbit Fire expands over 7,900 amid extreme heat | USA TODAY

California’s Rabbit Fire expands over 7,900 amid extreme heat | USA TODAY

California firefighters are working to contain the Rabbit Fire after it broke out in Moreno Valley, burning over 7,800 acres. RELATED: Deadly flooding in Pennsylvania kills at least five https://tinyurl.com/mr2846du The fire near Beaumont, California ‒ about 30 miles west of Palm Springs – remained at 7,600 acres and was 25% contained, according to a Sunday update from CalFire. Officials …

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‘Trad wives’ are becoming more popular for young women. What to know. | USA TODAY

‘Trad wives’ are becoming more popular for young women. What to know. | USA TODAY

The “trad wives,” or a traditional wife lifestyle gained popularity on social media. Now more young women are exploring the alternative lifestyle. RELATED: Jill Biden honors women leaders from around the world at White House https://youtu.be/LM_CphZl7zM Perfectly coiffed hair. A pinup dress. A gorgeous home-cooked meal on a decadent dining room table. These images convey that of a “traditional wife,” …

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Fisherman, dog rescued after 3 months stranded at sea | USA TODAY

Fisherman, dog rescued after 3 months stranded at sea | USA TODAY

Tim Shaddock and his dog Bella survived on raw fish and rainwater for three months as they hoped to be rescued after a storm damaged their catamaran. RELATED: Dramatic video: British sailor goes overboard during race in Australia t.ly/aKywE A sailor and his dog were rescued after being stranded for three months in the Pacific Ocean, surviving on only raw …

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IRS whistleblowers go public during House hearing on Hunter Biden case | USA TODAY

IRS whistleblowers go public during House hearing on Hunter Biden case | USA TODAY

Two Internal Revenue Service employees testified in the House Oversight Committee hearing on Hunter Biden’s tax case. RELATED: President Joe Biden is ‘very proud’ of Hunter Biden t.ly/8Pmhi Two whistleblowers provided Congress with their side of the story from the yearslong investigation into Hunter Biden, who has become a lightning rod for Republican allegations about a two-tiered justice system in …

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City of Memphis and Memphis PD under DOJ civil rights investigation | USA TODAY

City of Memphis and Memphis PD under DOJ civil rights investigation | USA TODAY

The Dept. of Justice is opening a civil rights investigation into the City of Memphis and Memphis Police Dept., in the wake of Tyre Nichols’ death. https://tinyurl.com/yc7epr32 RELATED: The Tyre Nichols’ Beating: What Went Wrong in Memphis? https://youtu.be/Mctf6yvSrnw The U.S. Department of Justice is opening a civil rights investigation into the city of Memphis and the Memphis Police Department to …

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Muffins just saved the day! Officers rescue pup with baked goods | USA TODAY

Muffins just saved the day! Officers rescue pup with baked goods | USA TODAY

Glendale, Arizona, police officers’ quick thinking saved a pooch that got trapped in a canal by offering it some tasty home-baked snacks. RELATED: Bobi, world’s oldest dog, celebrates 31st birthday with world record https://tinyurl.com/447n6k3y » Subscribe to USA TODAY: http://bit.ly/1xa3XAh » Watch more on this and other topics from USA TODAY: COPY MOST https://bit.ly/38Tzndx » USA TODAY delivers current local …

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Sea otter gets away from wildlife officials attempting to capture her | USA TODAY

Sea otter gets away from wildlife officials attempting to capture her | USA TODAY

A sea otter that has been on the run in Santa Cruz got away from officials again after their attempt to catch the critter proved unsuccessful. RELATED: Otter steals surfboard as wildlife officials look to capture her https://tinyurl.com/2p9se5ew The sea otter has repeatedly approached surfers and essentially stolen their surfboards off the coast of Santa Cruz in recent months. In …

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New humanoid robot could become essential for rescue operations | USA TODAY

New humanoid robot could become essential for rescue operations | USA TODAY

Swiss-Mile, a Swiss cutting-edge startup, created a robot-transformer that can perform a variety of tasks on it’s own. RELATED: These human-like robots represent the future of AI technology https://tinyurl.com/3zaw4t7v » Subscribe to USA TODAY: http://bit.ly/1xa3XAh » Watch more on this and other topics from USA TODAY: https://bit.ly/32YX6Gm » USA TODAY delivers current local and national news, sports, entertainment, finance, technology, …

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New York City crane collapse injures six after fire | USA TODAY

New York City crane collapse injures six after fire | USA TODAY

Multiple people were injured after a crane operating atop a New York City structure caught fire and collapsed. RELATED: Brooklyn Bridge hit, damaged by massive crane Four civilians and two firefighters sustained minor injuries Wednesday morning when part of a construction crane in Manhattan caught fire and plummeted from the top of a skyscraper to the street below, New York …

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Record-setting 19-foot Burmese python caught in Florida | USA TODAY

Record-setting 19-foot Burmese python caught in Florida | USA TODAY

A 19-foot Burmese python was caught in Florida, setting a new world record for its length. RELATED: Brave Texas mom removes large snake from daughter’s car engine https://tinyurl.com/5vdzbvzm Hunters in South Florida caught the largest Burmese python ever measured, and the lengthy beast is being examined at the Conservancy of Southwest Florida in Naples. The 19-foot python was caught in …

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Fearless cat attempts to leap onto sailboat, instantly regrets it | USA TODAY

Fearless cat attempts to leap onto sailboat, instantly regrets it | USA TODAY

Roger the cat attempted to leap back onto his owner’s sailboat in waters off the coast of Vermont but landed in the water instead. » Subscribe to USA TODAY: http://bit.ly/1xa3XAh » Watch more on this and other topics from USA TODAY: https://bit.ly/2JL9BtS  » USA TODAY delivers current local and national news, sports, entertainment, finance, technology, and more through award-winning journalism, …

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Indictment unsealed: Trump stored, hid military docs at Mar-a-Lago | USA TODAY

Indictment unsealed: Trump stored, hid military docs at Mar-a-Lago | USA TODAY

New charges were added to the DOJ’s unsealed indictment, charging Donald Trump with 37 felony counts in relation to mishandling classified documents. RELATED: Trump allegedly sought to erase security video, additional charges filed https://tinyurl.com/3n4r3wpk Special counsel Jack Smith leveled new charges against Donald Trump on Thursday – including an allegation that he sought to delete surveillance video – and indicted …

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VP Harris rejects Desantis’ request for Black history curriculum debate | USA TODAY

VP Harris rejects Desantis’ request for Black history curriculum debate | USA TODAY

Vice president Kamala Harris said there will be “no debate” over Florida’s new Black history curriculum in response to Florida Gov. Ron Desantis’ request. https://bit.ly/3QmCSfX RELATED: Kamala Harris takes aim at Florida teaching standard, calls for action https://youtu.be/R_B4gWuGbzY Vice President Kamala Harris says she won’t be debating slavery with Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis. Speaking at a African Methodist Episcopal convention …

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SAG-AFTRA picketers slam trimmed trees outside Universal Studios | USA TODAY

SAG-AFTRA picketers slam trimmed trees outside Universal Studios | USA TODAY

Trimmed ficus trees outside Universal Studios in California have fueled tensions between Hollywood studios and striking screenwriters and actors. RELATED: SAG strike: Why Hollywood actors are walking out https://tinyurl.com/nb8f8878 Some members of the Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists and Writers Guild of America unions — along with sympathetic local politicians — think the studio purposely pruned …

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Is skiplagging worth the risk for cheap flights? Here’s what to know #Shorts

Is skiplagging worth the risk for cheap flights? Here’s what to know #Shorts

Skiplagging, or hidden city ticketing, is the latest travel hack for fliers, but there are risks. Here’s why. RELATED: Summer travel demand is high for 2023. What travelers should know. t.ly/8cJys You search Delta Air Lines’ website for a Thanksgiving flight to Atlanta. But the Phoenix-Atlanta flights on the day before the holiday are sold out. Then you see a …

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