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OtherMay 8

Fatal Bear Attacks Reported in Japan and Montana's Glacier National Park

Separate bear attacks have killed individuals in Japan and Montana, highlighting ongoing human-wildlife conflicts in both regions.

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OtherMay 17

Man Convicted in Monaco Billionaire Death Later Charged in New Mexico Murder Plot

A man convicted in the arson death of a Monaco billionaire later changed his name and was charged with plotting to kill his estranged wife in New Mexico.

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OtherMay 23

Worker Dies in Staten Island Shipyard Explosion, Investigation Underway

One worker was killed in explosions at a Staten Island shipyard following a dock fire, with investigators examining the incident.

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OtherMay 10

Texas Fugitive Arrested in Mexico in 1986 Cold Case Murder Using New DNA Technology

Bobby Charles Taylor Sr. was arrested in Mexico for the 1986 murder of 16-year-old Deanna Ogg, with DNA technology helping solve the decades-old case.

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OtherApr 2

Violent Incidents Target Children in New York and Uganda

A baby was killed in a gang-related shooting in New York City while four toddlers died in a stabbing attack at a Ugandan nursery school.

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OtherApr 10

Two separate child deaths under investigation by police

Police are investigating two unrelated child fatalities - a dog attack in England and a suspected drug exposure in California.

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OtherApr 6

High-Speed Rail Projects Face Setbacks in U.S. Amid Cost Overruns and Delays

High-speed rail development in the United States continues to struggle with budget increases and timeline delays, including California's stalled Los Angeles-San Francisco project.

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OtherMay 16

North Carolina Alienation of Affection Laws Allow Lawsuits Over Extramarital Affairs

North Carolina remains one of few states permitting alienation of affection lawsuits, with former Sen. Kyrsten Sinema reportedly facing such a case.

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OtherJun 6

Two separate incidents result in charges against teenagers

An 18-year-old faces charges in a Barry Island stabbing that led to a boy's leg amputation, while a female teen was arrested for assaulting a Chipotle worker in California.

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OtherMay 23

BART Reports Best On-Time Performance in Decade Despite Financial Challenges

Bay Area Rapid Transit achieved its strongest quarterly punctuality results in over 10 years while continuing to face significant budget constraints.

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OtherMay 9

Two Inmates Escape Kentucky Detention Center, Prompting Multi-Agency Search

Two inmates escaped from a Kentucky detention center Friday, leading to a manhunt by Kentucky State Police and other agencies.

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OtherMay 2

NYC police release bodycam footage of fatal shooting of machete-wielding suspect

Police released body camera footage showing officers fatally shooting a man who attacked three people with a machete at Grand Central subway station.

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OtherApr 30

Private Parking Ticket Appeals Reach Record High as Driver Complaints Rise

Drivers filed over 107,000 appeals against private parking tickets in 2025, reflecting growing frustration with parking enforcement practices.

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OtherMay 16

Selective Colleges Work to Increase Rural Student Enrollment Through New Initiatives

Elite universities are implementing programs to boost rural student enrollment, while scholarship platforms raise questions about data collection practices.

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OtherJun 6

New Jersey prep school maintains 53-year tradition of mandatory freshman hike

St. Benedict's Preparatory School in Newark requires all freshmen to complete a five-day, 55-mile hike on the Appalachian Trail.

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