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Trump uses mass firing to remove independent inspectors general at a series of agencies

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Trump administration has fired about 17 independent inspectors general at government agencies, a sweeping action to remove oversight of his new administration that some members of…

John McCarthy January 25, 2025

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Making any New Year’s resolutions? Here are some tips to help make them stick

LONDON (AP) — As the new year dawns, so too does the opportunity for change. Experts say January can be a good time to reflect on self-improvement, but acknowledge it…

John McCarthy January 2, 2025

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A Haiti gang attack on the reopening of a main hospital kills 2 reporters and a police officer

PORT-AU-PRINCE (AP) — Two reporters were killed and several were wounded Tuesday in a gang attack in Haiti on the reopening of Port-au-Prince’s biggest public hospital, the country’s online media association…

John McCarthy December 25, 2024

At VIFreep Breaking News Health News

Frosty ‘snowmanning’ dating trend could spread STIs, doctor warns

Want to avoid a flurry of uncomfortable activity down below? Get your jollies some other way. One doctor is warning against the troubling sexual winter trend of “snowmanning” that could…

John McCarthy December 18, 2024

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NYPD releases 2 new photos of man sought in killing of UnitedHealthcare CEO

NEW YORK — They have seen him smiling on a hostel security camera, but don't know his name. They found the backpack he discarded while fleeing, but don't know where…

John McCarthy December 8, 2024

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33-year-old man fatally shot near Christiansted cemetery

CHRISTIANSTED — Police are investigating after a 33-year-old man was shot and killed near the Christiansted Cemetery late last night, authorities said. A 911 dispatcher got a report at 11:58…

John McCarthy December 4, 2024

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Pete Hegseth’s mother accused her son of belittling, abusing, and lying to women

WEST PALM BEACH — Pete Hegseth, the Fox News anchor whom Donald Trump has tapped to be his defense secretary, has come under intense scrutiny for his mistreatment of women,…

John McCarthy December 3, 2024

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Michigan upsets No. 2 Ohio State 13-10 for Wolverines’ 4th straight win in the bitter rivalry

COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — Dominic Zvada kicked a 21-yard field goal with 45 seconds left and Michigan stunned No. 2 Ohio State 13-10 today, likely ending the Buckeyes ’ hopes of returning to the Big…

John McCarthy November 30, 2024

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Meet the workout group that gets people exercising outdoors, even in the dead of winter

The sun had yet to come up in Edmonton, Alberta, and it was more than 20 degrees below zero. Tanis Smith layered up anyway, ready to run up and down…

John McCarthy November 24, 2024

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4 Virgin Islands students honored as Best in the Region in FCCA essay competition

CHARLOTTE AMALIE — Governor Albert Bryan, tourism officials, cruise industry executives, education officials, parents, teachers, and supporters celebrated four young Virgin Islanders who participated in the international essay competition sponsored…

John McCarthy November 20, 2024