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Watch: Tribute service held for former first lady Rosalynn Carter

Watch: Tribute service held for former first lady Rosalynn Carter

Former first lady Rosalynn Carter, the devoted wife of the nation’s 39th president and a tireless advocate for mental health care, has died. The Carter Center confirmed that she died Sunday morning at her home in Plains, Georgia, at the age of 96. The former first lady and former President Jimmy Carter were married for 77 years. She and the …

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Watch: First lady Jill Biden unveils 2023 White House holiday decorations

Watch: First lady Jill Biden unveils 2023 White House holiday decorations

Ninety-eight Christmas trees, more than 142,000 twinkling lights and nearly 34,000 ornaments deck the halls of the White House in ways that first lady Jill Biden hopes will inspire visitors to embrace their inner child and experience the “magic, wonder and joy” of the season. It’s her theme for the holiday décor. “Each room on display is designed to capture …

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Cease-fire between Hamas and Israel begins | The Excerpt

Cease-fire between Hamas and Israel begins | The Excerpt

A cease-fire between Hamas and Israel begins. Susan Sarandon has been dropped by a talent agency after an appearance at a pro-Palestinian rally. Reviewed Editor-in-Chief David Kender looks at some of this year’s best Black Friday deals and gives some advice on when to shop. USA TODAY Investigative Reporter Nick Penzenstadler talks about what budget fights in Congress might mean …

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American child among hostages freed Sunday during cease-fire | The Excerpt

American child among hostages freed Sunday during cease-fire | The Excerpt

Hamas and Israel appear open to a truce extension. USA TODAY National Correspondent Chris Kenning talks about the struggles of aid workers in Gaza. Authorities are looking into a possible hate crime after three college students of Palestinian descent were shot in Vermont. Fights over the IRS and border security are stalling wartime aid to Israel and Ukraine. USA TODAY …

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