Nation and World
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US, South Korean militaries wrap up drill early, a day after North Korea’s missile barrage
Aug 21, 2026 7:09 am - The U.S. and South Korean militaries wrapped up their annual drill six days earlier than initially scheduled on Friday in a conciliatory gesture toward North Korea, though the North said the step isn't enough to persuade it to return to talks.
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Chicago doesn’t make the cut as Democrats narrow their list of 2028 presidential convention sites
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College cyclist from the north suburbs, teammate killed and 7 injured in Tennessee car crash
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Prices soar as Gaza smuggling booms. Officials, soldiers and middlemen are accused of cashing in
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'No serious dispute' that Comey's seashell post could be read as a Trump threat, prosecutors say
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Frank Beard, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame drummer of boogie-rock trio ZZ Top, dies at 77
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ABC sues FCC over challenge to its broadcast licenses, saying actions present ‘existential threat’
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South Korea president stresses US alliance as many baffled by Trump order to cut exercises
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Drug prices have declined sharply, and Trump is taking credit. The reason behind the drop is complex
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US and Canada hold last-minute talks to stop Trump’s 50% tariffs