Chaves Robles becomes first Costa Rican president to face loss of immunity
The conservative president faced a legislative panel weighing whether he should retain his immunity from prosecution.
Day: August 23, 2025
What’s next after a court cut Donald Trump’s $515 million fine to $0
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Trump visits a DC gift shop and the Kennedy Center during military crackdown
President Donald Trump visited a gift shop near the White House and stopped by the Kennedy Center on Friday, all while his federal takeover of Washington is keeping residents on edge.
Trump Begins Buildup of U.S. Naval Forces Outside Venezuela, but Many Remain Skeptical
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What to know about plague after a new case in California
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Idaho man’s attorneys argue 2nd execution attempt would be cruel
Thomas Creech, 74, has remained in limbo for more than 18 months since prison officials called off his execution in February 2024.
FACT FOCUS: Posts overestimate number of noncitizens living in US by tens of millions
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Shawn Kemp, former Seattle Sonics star, sentenced to home monitoring
Shawn Kemp pleaded guilty in May to shooting at two men inside a Toyota 4Runner outside the Tacoma Mall in March 2023.
On its 10th anniversary, YouTube Music gets new features, including “Taste Match” playlists similar to Spotify Blend and event notifications through Bandsintown (Sarah Perez/TechCrunch)
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On its 10th anniversary, YouTube Music gets new features, including “Taste Match” playlists similar to Spotify Blend and event notifications through Bandsintown — YouTube is celebrating 10 years…