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Still haven't filed your taxes? Here's what you need to know

So far this tax season, the IRS has received more than 90 million income tax returns for 2022.
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Retail spending fell in March as consumers pull back

Spending at US retailers fell in March as consumers pulled back amid recessionary fears fueled by the banking crisis.
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Silicon Valley Bank collapse renews calls to address disparities impacting entrepreneurs of color

When customers at Silicon Valley Bank rushed to withdraw billions of dollars last month, venture capitalist Arlan Hamilton stepped in to help some of the founders of color who panicked about losing access to payroll funds.
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Not only is Lake Powell's water level plummeting because of drought, its total capacity is shrinking, too

Lake Powell, the second-largest human-made reservoir in the US, has lost nearly 7% of its potential storage capacity since 1963, when Glen Canyon Dam was built, a new report shows.
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These were the best and worst places for air quality in 2021, new report shows

Air pollution spiked to unhealthy levels around the world in 2021, according to a new report.
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Big-box stores could help slash emissions and save millions by putting solar panels on roofs. Why aren't more of them doing it?

As the US attempts to wean itself off its heavy reliance on fossil fuels and shift to cleaner energy sources, many experts are eyeing a promising solution: your neighborhood big-box stores and shopping malls.
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Look of the Week: Blackpink headline Coachella in Korean hanboks

Bringing the second day of this year's Coachella to a close, K-Pop girl group Blackpink made history Saturday night when they became the first Asian act to ever headline the festival. To a crowd of, reportedly, over 125,000 people, Jennie, Jisoo, Lisa and Rosé used the ground-breaking moment to pay homage to Korean heritage by arriving onstage in hanboks: a traditional type of dress.
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Scientists identify secret ingredient in Leonardo da Vinci paintings

"Old Masters" such as Leonardo da Vinci, Sandro Botticelli and Rembrandt may have used proteins, especially egg yolk, in their oil paintings, according to a new study.
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How Playboy cut ties with Hugh Hefner to create a post-MeToo brand

Hugh Hefner launched Playboy Magazine 70 years ago this year. The first issue included a nude photograph of Marilyn Monroe, which he had purchased and published without her knowledge or consent.
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'A definitive backslide.' Inside fashion's worrying runway trend

Now that the Fall-Winter 2023 catwalks have been disassembled, it's clear one trend was more pervasive than any collective penchant for ruffles, pleated skirts or tailored coats.
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Michael Jordan's 1998 NBA Finals sneakers sell for a record $2.2 million

In 1998, Michael Jordan laced up a pair of his iconic black and red Air Jordan 13s to bring home a Bulls victory during Game 2 of his final NBA championship — and now they are the most expensive sneakers ever to sell at auction. The game-winning sneakers sold for $2.2 million at Sotheby's in New York on Tuesday, smashing the sneaker auction record of $1.47 million, set in 2021 by a pair of Nike Air Ships that Jordan wore earlier in his career.
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The surreal facades of America's strip clubs

Some people travel the world in search of adventure, while others seek out natural wonders, cultural landmarks or culinary experiences. But French photographer François Prost was looking for something altogether different during his recent road trip across America: strip clubs.
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Here's the real reason to turn on airplane mode when you fly

We all know the routine by heart: "Please ensure your seats are in the upright position, tray tables stowed, window shades are up, laptops are stored in the overhead bins and electronic devices are set to flight mode."
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They bought an abandoned 'ghost house' in the Japanese countryside

He'd spent years backpacking around the world, and Japanese traveler Daisuke Kajiyama was finally ready to return home to pursue his long-held dream of opening up a guesthouse.
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Relaxed entry rules make it easier than ever to visit this stunning Asian nation

Due to its remoteness and short summer season, Mongolia has long been a destination overlooked by travelers.
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The most beautiful sections of China's Great Wall

Having lived in Beijing for almost 12 years, I've had plenty of time to travel widely in China.
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Nelly Cheboi, who creates computer labs for Kenyan schoolchildren, is CNN's Hero of the Year

Celebrities and musicians are coming together tonight to honor everyday people making the world a better place.
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Donate now to a Top 10 CNN Hero

Anderson Cooper explains how you can easily donate to any of the 2021 Top 10 CNN Heroes.
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Police investigate Mandelson over claims he leaked information to Epstein

The former Labour minister faces allegations of misconduct in public office when he was business secretary.
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Andrew moves out of Royal Lodge home

The former prince left Royal Lodge on Monday night and is living in a temporary property on the Sandringham Estate, the BBC understands.
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Police assess allegation Epstein sent second woman to UK for sex with Andrew

The encounter allegedly occurred at the former prince's residence, Royal Lodge, in 2010.
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Earlier cancer diagnosis and faster treatment, government promises

There are plans for earlier diagnosis and faster treatment in England but experts worry about lack of staff.
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'Bus driver who punched thief made me feel safe'

Kartalin Kaszas is grateful to bus driver Mark Hehir for intervening in a "terrifying" situation.
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Two men killed in light aircraft crash, police say

A team from the Air Accidents Investigation Branch is at the scene of the crash in Littleborough.
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Trump lawyers call BBC's Panorama defence 'untenable'

The US president's legal team file new court papers in the ongoing case over a Panorama documentary.
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Burglar who 'targeted' Taylor-Joy's bedroom jailed

Taylor-Joy and her husband, Malcolm McRae, were staying at the London property on 12 February 2023.
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Sharon Osbourne invited to stand in local election

Robert Alden, the leader of the city's Conservative group, invited Osbourne to join their campaign.
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University begins High Court challenge against £585k free speech fine

The University of Sussex says the watchdog overstepped its legal powers in imposing the fine last year.
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One million people miss HMRC tax return deadline

The UK's tax authority says 27,456 people filed in the final hour before the cut-off at the end of Saturday.
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Lord of the Dance show 'will go on' as Flatley obtains emergency injunction

Lawyers for the star obtained the temporary order at the High Court in Belfast amid reports that Thursday night's show had been cancelled.
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Stop watching Netflix and go to the pub, Welsh first minister says

Eluned Morgan said her government can't be expected "to step in and do the work" to save struggling pubs.
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Boy arrested over pregnant woman e-bike hit-and-run

The woman later gave birth to a baby who remains in a serious condition in hospital.
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'Peacemaker' killed trying to break up fight

Liam Derrett died in hospital days after being attacked in Ilkeston's Market Place.
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Four held in £3m illegal TV streaming raids

The raids, across Greater Manchester and Lancashire, uncovered 10 servers and equipment worth £750,000.
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Resident doctors vote in favour of more strike action

Members of the British Medical Association have backed more walkouts in the dispute over pay and jobs in England.
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'I've never taken drugs or drunk alcohol,' says Polanski

The Green Party leader reiterates his backing for "legalising and regulating" drugs.
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Could weight-loss jabs be behind rising gallbladder removals?

Last year, there was a 15% annual increase in the operations and surgeons want more research.
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'I get nightmares': Child tells BBC of botched surgery by disgraced GOSH surgeon

12-year-old Vivaan Sharma was one of 94 patients harmed by surgeon Yaser Jabbar
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He calls me sweetheart and winks at me - but he's not my boyfriend, he's AI

George is an avatar on my mobile but claims to know what makes me tick.
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Final moments of Steve Wright's first victim - and the 26-year wait for justice

The mystery of the teenager's murderer is finally solved by serial killer Wright's admission.
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'Finally got him to go today': Mandelson's emails to Epstein on Gordon Brown

Emails released by the US appear to shed new light on the dying days of Gordon Brown's government.
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'You can't cut costs with animal welfare': The British zoos fighting for survival

BBC research finds 40% of accredited zoos and aquariums raised financial concerns since 2022.
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Apology to mum of boy who died after falling in river

Xielo Maruziva fell into the River Soar, in the Aylestone area of Leicester, on 18 February 2024.
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11-year-old boy dies following County Down crash

It happened on the Corcreaghan Road outside Kilkeel on Tuesday morning.
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Scottish Parliament rejects prostitution bill at stage one

Ash Regan's proposals would have made the act of paying for sexual services a criminal offence.
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Alleged bullying, harassment and toxic culture at hospital revealed in leaked report

A leaked review uncovers "bullying and harassment" and "violent behaviour" at Wales' largest hospital.
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Toys 'R' Us Canada files for creditor protection

Toys "R" Us Canada Ltd. says it has filed for creditor protection while it works to restructure the business.
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Halifax police taking part in federal gun buyback program amid N.S. premier's opposition

Halifax’s municipal police chief says the force will participate in the federal government’s buyback program for banned guns, just a week after Nova Scotia’s premier said he believed the province would be “staying out” of the project.
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Stephen Harper calls for Liberals, Conservatives to come together in the face of Trump, separatist threats

Former prime minister Stephen Harper urged the Liberal and Conservative parties to take on the challenges of our time together as the country stares down potentially two existential threats to its sovereignty: an imperialist president to the south and separatist movements in Alberta and Quebec.
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Canada rolls out whalesafe strategy to curb right whale entanglements

The federal government is rolling out its "whalesafe fishing gear strategy," a five-year plan to develop and support the use of new fishing gear to reduce the risk of entangling whales — specifically the endangered North Atlantic right whale.
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Canada's next election likely to face AI-assisted interference, watchdogs say

Bad actors will likely use artificial intelligence and deep fake technology to try to disrupt Canada’s next federal election warn two of the country’s top election watchdogs.
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She went missing in Canada in 1985. She may have been a Florida serial murder victim

Jeanette Marcotte was last seen in Saskatchewan in the early 1980s. Her remains were found in Florida in 1985, but officials didn't know her identity until a DNA firm, that helps solve cold cases, announced her identification last week.
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Billionaire businessman Frank Stronach's sex assault trial in Toronto delayed until at least Thursday

The first sexual assault trial for Frank Stronach was scheduled to begin Tuesday in Toronto but has been delayed after the defence asked for more time to review "voluminous" amounts of new disclosure items.
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Quebec man found dead with wife previously charged with assaults against her

The man found dead inside a Brossard, Que., home alongside his wife in an apparent murder-suicide had previously been accused of assaulting her with a knife and had agreed to wear an electronic tracking bracelet — but the charges were dropped.
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'2 tires, 2 flats': Montreal mayor shares her own pothole horror story

Montreal Mayor Soraya Martinez Ferrada got a firsthand taste of what it's like to drive on Montreal city streets Monday evening, when she hit two potholes on Notre-Dame Street and had to have her vehicle towed.
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Heated Rivalry's Hudson Williams is writing a novel and loves Joan Didion

Hudson Williams, the Canadian star of Heated Rivalry, revealed in a recent interview with Wonderland that he is working on a "semi-autobiographical" novel and enjoys literary fiction writers.
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Feisty Sam Bennett replaces injured Canada forward Anthony Cirelli on Olympic hockey roster

Florida Panthers forward Sam Bennett has been named to Canada's men's hockey team for the Milan-Cortina Olympics in place of injured Tampa Bay Lightning centre Anthony Cirelli.
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Ontario's 'troubling' surge in unclaimed bodies is not letting up

The number of bodies that go unclaimed every year in Ontario continues to reach new record levels, according to the latest figures from the Office of the Chief Coroner.
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Here are the facts about Alberta separatism

Could Alberta actually leave Canada? The province could be headed to a referendum vote on the topic this year if a petition launched by separatists is successful. Here are the facts.
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What we know (so far) about the people accused in London, Ont., bomb-making scheme

Three men and one woman who are currently attending, or are alumni of, Western University face a slew of charges alleging — among other things — that they were storing chemicals that could be made into explosives at a house just west of campus in London, Ont. Here's what we know about them.
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Premier Eby says inconsistent communications between police sending wrong message to extortion victims

B.C. Premier David Eby says communication over the response to a wave of extortion crime, where suspects threaten residents or businesses with violence in exchange for money, has left people in Surrey confused over whether police are properly responding to the crimes and able to protect them.
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Costco's beloved rotisserie chicken gets roasted in lawsuit over preservatives

In a time of skyrocketing food prices and turbulent economic times, Costco's rotisserie chickens� are, for many, a reliable meal mainstay. But a� new lawsuit filed in a California court has a bone to pick with how the retailer advertises its beloved cooked birds.
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Partner of N.L. man who died waiting in hospital ER calling for inquiry

Robert Power, 69, died after a long wait for emergency care at the Carbonear General Hospital. His wife is calling for an inquiry into his death.
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