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January 29, 2024 2:39 PM

What to know about UNRWA and allegations its workers took part in Oct. 7

For over 70 years, the U.N. agency has provided relief to Palestinian refugees in Gaza. Now, it’s under scrutiny after 12 employees are alleged to have taken part in Hamas’ attacks in Israel.

by Emily Olson and Hadeel Al-Shalchi

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January 29, 2024 2:36 PM

A Florida park just saw a record number of manatees gather together in its waters

Nearly 1,000 manatees gathered at Blue Spring State Park on one of the coldest winter days of the season. Here's why the growing number of manatees at the park is encouraging.

by Diba Mohtasham

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January 29, 2024 2:17 PM

Amelia Earhart's long-lost plane possibly spotted in the Pacific by exploration team

Deep Sea Vision says its sonar image equipment spotted an object in the Pacific Ocean that closely resembles the shape and size of Amelia Earhart’s aircraft.

by Juliana Kim

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January 29, 2024 2:06 PM

Catholic school kids gather for Mass at Xcel Energy Center

It was the third-ever Mass of the Holy Spirit hosted by the Catholic Schools Center of Excellence. The event brought students from 78 Catholic grade schools to the Mass.

by Estelle Timar-Wilcox

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January 29, 2024 1:37 PM

Man who stole ‘Wizard of Oz’ ruby slippers avoids prison time

A federal judge told the man who stole a pair of the iconic ruby red slippers slippers worn in the classic film “The Wizard of Oz” that his crime was “extraordinary in its stupidity, selfishness and impact,” yet he did not sentence him to any prison time because the thief is terminally ill.

by Dan Kraker

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January 29, 2024 12:13 PM

Gunflint Mail Run called off due to warm weather

Organizers of the annual Gunflint Mail Run sled dog race in Cook County announced Monday they have canceled this winter’s event. The race originally was set to take place in early January, then was postponed until Feb. 10.

by Andrew Krueger

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January 29, 2024 8:09 AM

Princess of Wales is discharged from London hospital after abdominal surgery

The 42-year-old princess, formerly Kate Middleton, underwent planned abdominal surgery on Jan. 16 for an undisclosed condition will be recuperating with her family until after Easter.

by The Associated Press

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January 29, 2024 5:29 AM

Failed 4th downs contribute to blown lead for Lions in NFC title game loss to 49ers

Detroit failed on two fourth-down tries in field-goal range in the second half, contributing to a blown 17-point halftime lead and a 34-31 loss to the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC championship game.

by The Associated Press

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January 29, 2024 5:03 AM

Scientists can tell how fast you're aging. Now, the trick is to slow it down

Longevity research is booming. Scientists are looking for ways to target the basic biology of aging. And here's the exciting part: Our biological age appears to be malleable.

by Allison Aubrey

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January 29, 2024 4:00 AM

The IRS is piloting new software that could let you file your taxes for free

Direct File will be open only to people with certain tax situations living in certain states at the outset. The free service has been criticized by Republicans and tax preparation companies.

by Joe Hernandez

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