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Scripps National Spelling Bee guide: How to watch, who the notable spellers are, rules and prizes
May 25, 2026 7:42 pm - WASHINGTON (AP) — The best young spellers in the English language are competing at the Scripps National Spelling Bee this week, continuing a more than century-old traditi...
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There’s no longer a risk of a catastrophic explosion at a California plant. Here’s what to know
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US military says it carried out ‘self-defense’ strikes in Iran, including on missile launch sites
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Pope calls for robust regulation of AI in manifesto that ponders the future of humanity
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Rubio’s visit to India focuses on US trade tensions, the Quad alliance and sightseeing
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Britain’s navy prepares to clear mines in the Strait of Hormuz while waiting for a peace deal
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Family in deadly Wonder Lake house explosion sues NicorMay 25, 2026 5:40 pm - The family of Sandra Patnaude, killed when her Wonder Lake house exploded on May 17, filed a lawsuit Friday against utility company Nicor Gas.
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Mexico’s president sees ‘no issue’ with her country hosting Iran’s World Cup team during tournament
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The origins of Memorial Day and how it has evolved
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Memorial Day 2026: Suburban communities honor soldiers’ ultimate sacrificeMay 25, 2026 5:18 pm - “Live a life worthy of their sacrifice.” Addressing attendees at the Arlington Heights Memorial Day ceremony, retired Vietnam War veteran and Medal of Honor recipient Allen J. Lynch proclaimed that is the proper way to honor the village’s 68 servicemen who died in conflicts dating from the Civil War through Operation Enduring Freedom. Arlington Heights was among the suburban commemoration ceremonies during which hundreds of people paid their respects.