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ROTC students at Old Dominion University subdued and killed shooter who left 1 dead, 2 hurt - WTOP
general 2026/03/13 05:18:10

ROTC students at Old Dominion University subdued and killed shooter who left 1 dead, 2 hurt - WTOP

A gunman is dead and two people are hurt after a shooting at Old Dominion University on Thursday, the Virginia school said.

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Man rams car into synagogue in attack on Jewish community, authorities say - The Washington Post
general 2026/03/13 03:45:38

Man rams car into synagogue in attack on Jewish community, authorities say - The Washington Post

Security guards shot at the suspect, who was found dead in the car, officials said. The FBI said it is investigating the attack as a “targeted act of violence against the Jewish community.”

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China slams Trump's trade investigation, as it approves a 5-year economic plan - NPR
general 2026/03/13 02:38:27

China slams Trump's trade investigation, as it approves a 5-year economic plan - NPR

China’s Foreign Ministry criticized the Trump administration’s trade investigation as a “pretext” for tariffs. Meanwhile, China is moving ahead with a five-year plan that may rankle trade partners.

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California has no clear defense against Iran's 'naturally stealthy' drones - SFGATE
general 2026/03/13 02:15:36

California has no clear defense against Iran's 'naturally stealthy' drones - SFGATE

An FBI warning alerted California officials about a drone threat. Experts weighed in.

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Trump bragged about low gas prices. The Iran conflict has him doing an about-face - AP News
general 2026/03/13 01:16:00

Trump bragged about low gas prices. The Iran conflict has him doing an about-face - AP News

Oil and gas prices have spiked with the war in Iran. That has President Donald Trump pivoting from bragging about low gas prices, to now saying oil prices make the country “a lot of money" because of its oil production. Trump’s desire to flex America’s muscle…

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WA estate tax: Lawmakers roll back rate increase, fearing wealth exodus - The Seattle Times
general 2026/03/12 23:53:27

WA estate tax: Lawmakers roll back rate increase, fearing wealth exodus - The Seattle Times

On the last day of the legislative session, lawmakers approved an expedited measure intended to soften last year’s sharp increase in the top estate tax rates.

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