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Stuck at sea for years, a sailor's plight highlights a surge in shipowner abandonment

Stuck at sea for years, a sailor's plight highlights a surge in shipowner abandonment

The United Nations over the last decade has logged an increasing number of crew members abandoned by shipowners around the world. That’s left sailors aboard months and sometimes years without pay. 
by The Associated Press

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Minneapolis library offers books, but also snacks, socks and a safe space to sleep

Minneapolis library offers books, but also snacks, socks and a safe space to sleep

Libraries have long had social workers embedded in them. The need for libraries to connect people with resources beyond books isn’t new, but the Minneapolis Central Library is engaging in an experiment that welcomes those experiencing homelessness and even offers a place to sleep.
by Tom Crann and Matthew Alvarez

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After 5 weeks, Feeding Our Future trial wraps with closing arguments

After 5 weeks, Feeding Our Future trial wraps with closing arguments

Since late 2022, federal prosecutors in Minnesota have charged dozens of people in connection with what they allege was a widespread conspiracy to steal $250 million by falsifying reimbursement requests for 18 million meals. Closing arguments are Monday.
by Matt Sepic

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President Biden unveils and endorses details of a new Israeli cease-fire proposal

President Biden unveils and endorses details of a new Israeli cease-fire proposal

President Joe Biden gave remarks on the Middle East at the White House on Friday. He said it is time for the war in Gaza to end and discussed a “road map” to a cease-fire agreement.
by Asma Khalid

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