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U.S. economy shows signs of strain from Trump’s tariffs

The United States economy is starting to show signs of strain as President Trump’s abrupt moves to shrink federal spending, lay off government workers and impose tariffs on America’s largest…

John McCarthy February 27, 2025

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Elon Musk’s Starlink in line for deal with FAA, raising potential ethical concerns

WASHINGTON — Elon Musk's Starlink satellite internet service could be part of the Federal Aviation Administration's plan to upgrade the nation's aging air traffic control systems. Starlink's internet equipment is…

John McCarthy February 27, 2025

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BVI boat captain charged with smuggling 3 Haitians, 1 Dominican through St. John

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — A British Virgin Islands boat captain has been charged with illegally smuggling four illegal migrants through St. John's waters. Jose Miguel Hodge, 31, of Road Town, Tortola,…

John McCarthy February 27, 2025

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Todd Chrisley’s son claims bar owner accused him of assault because of reality TV fame

ATLANTA — Todd Chrisley's son, Chase Chrisley, has finally spoken out about his arrest after being charged with assault following a heated interaction with a bar owner in Georgia. According to…

John McCarthy February 27, 2025

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Trump administration struggles to rehire fired bird flu employees

The Trump administration touted a nearly $1 billion plan Wednesday to combat the spread of avian flu and mitigate skyrocketing egg prices as the outbreak rips through poultry flocks across…

John McCarthy February 27, 2025

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Traffic stop yields drugs and loaded gun

FREDERIKSTED — A driver who ran a stop sign in St. Croix was found to be in possession of drugs and a loaded gun, authorities said. Shakeem Gilbert, 22, was…

John McCarthy February 27, 2025

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Haiti not ready for peacekeeping mission, UN chief says, offers alternative to fight gangs

PORT-AU-PRINCE — Faced with resistance from Russia and China, uncertainty from Washington and his own apprehensions about returning blue-helmet peacekeepers to gang-plagued Haiti, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres is recommending…

John McCarthy February 27, 2025

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Lottery player wins nearly $370,000 in North Carolina. Where was the ticket sold?

CHARLOTTE — A North Carolina lottery player hit the jackpot — but might not know it yet. The player bought a Carolina Cash 5 game ticket that matched all the…

John McCarthy February 27, 2025

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Police rescue horse that plunged through icy pond in upstate New York (see video)

ALBANY — A horse that had fallen through the ice of a pond in Saratoga Springs, New York on Feb. 24 was pulled to freedom by local police. Bodycam footage…

John McCarthy February 27, 2025

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Casino player bets 88 cents on slot machine — and wins big prize in Las Vegas

LAS VEGAS — A Las Vegas gambler bet less than a $1 on a slot machine and won a big jackpot prize. Now, the player is $11,021.03 richer. The guest…

John McCarthy February 27, 2025