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Some laws actually kill
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Car accidents kill 100 Americans every day. But now an amazing solution is available: self-driving cars. Robotaxis like Google-owned Waymo, for example. Passengers who try them, like them. Wherever robotaxis are allowed, ridership increases fast. Two years ago, there were 50,000 trips per ...
FBI: Some Guthrie ransom notes are still being investigated
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The FBI has discounted some of the ransom notes that surfaced after the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie as nothing more than extortion attempts, but the agency said Wednesday it’s still evaluating others that might be legitimate. The FBI did not specify how many ransom notes have been ...
Almanac for July 3, 2026
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Today is Friday, July 3, the 184th day of 2026. There are 181 days left in the year. Today’s Highlight in History: In 1863, the Civil War Battle of Gettysburg in Pennsylvania ended in a major victory for the North as Confederate troops failed to breach Union positions during an assault ...
Traditions That Unite Us
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As communities across America prepare to celebrate our nation's 250th birthday, it's a fitting time to reflect on what has always made this country special. Certainly, it's our history, our freedoms, and the people who have served to protect them. But it's also something a little closer to ...
Almanac for July 4, 2026
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Saturday, July 4, is the 185th day of 2026. There are 180 days left in the year. This is U.S. Independence Day. This day in History: In 1776, the Declaration of Independence was adopted by delegates to the Second Continental Congress in Philadelphia. Also on this date: In 1802, the United ...