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A letter from the federal Education Department demands an end to race-specific programs by the end of the month, with an unspecified threat to pull funding. ​A letter from the federal Education Department demands an end to race-specific programs by the end of the month, with an unspecified threat to pull funding.   A letter from the federal Education Department demands an end to race-specific programs by the end of the month, with an unspecified threat to pull funding. 

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Christopher and Roberta have lived away from the public eye since their son, Brian, died by suicide after murdering Gabby Petito in 2021.Christopher and Roberta have lived away from the public eye since their son, Brian, died by suicide after murdering Gabby Petito in 2021.    Image Credit: Courtesy of Netflix Gabby Petito‘s disappearance and death has remained a nationwide heartbreak since 2021. The late 22-year-old vlogger was murdered while traveling around the country with her fiancé, Brian Laundrie, and his parents, Christopher and Roberta Laundrie, became the most controversial figures in the case. Now that Netflix has released its docuseries…

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Australian year 10 students’ understanding of civics has dropped to a record low. How does your knowledge stack up?Follow our Australia news live blog for latest updatesGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralian students’ understanding of civics education has fallen to a record low, a national test indicates.The test, held by the Australian Curriculum, Assessment and Reporting Authority (Acara) to measure “attitudes and engagement” with civics and citizenship, found 43% of year 6 students met the proficient standard, compared with 53% in 2019.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading…Australian year 10 students’ understanding…

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A South Florida woman is devastated after her dog went blind in one eye following a visit to a Miami Gardens grooming salon last month, but the business owner claims the injury was caused by the dog’s sibling. Leer en español Ashley Murray took her two dogs, Rambo and Buddy, to Doggies Gone Wild on Jan. 7 for grooming. When she returned to pick them up, she was told that 3-year-old Rambo had attacked his younger brother. “They brought Buddy back out and put him on the table and showed us his eye and I started crying because, sorry, his…

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Want to get this in your inbox every weekday? Sign up for the Morning Mail here, and finish your day with our Afternoon Update newsletterGood morning. New polling data shows a close race between Labor and the Coalition in the yet-to-be announced election – but many voters say they are unfamiliar with the current government’s main economic achievements and policies. Later today, the Reserve Bank is expected to cut the official cash rate.Meanwhile in Europe, a major summit of political leaders has discussed boosting the region’s defence spending but appears to have been divided on sending troops to Ukraine.Economy |…

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The sharemarket has opened lower, with mining giants and banks weighing on the index. ​The sharemarket has opened lower, with mining giants and banks weighing on the index.    Business Markets World markets By Staff reporter Updated February 18, 2025 — 9.57amfirst published at 4.29am , register or subscribe to save articles for later. Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Advertisement The Australian sharemarket has opened lower, dragged down by big miners and banks, as the global mining giant BHP slashed its dividend after a plunge in its profits. The…

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Cincy would reportedly consider tagging Higgins again if no deal is reached before the March 4 deadline ​Cincy would reportedly consider tagging Higgins again if no deal is reached before the March 4 deadline    Getty Images One of the best available free agents may not actually hit the market this offseason.  The Cincinnati Bengals are focused on reaching a long-term deal with wide receiver Tee Higgins, and hoping not to use a franchise tag on him again, according to NFL Media. If the team cannot reach a deal with its veteran before the March 4 deadline (4 p.m. ET), it…

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Brittany Howard performed at the ‘SNL 50’ anniversary special. Learn more about the musician here.Brittany Howard performed at the ‘SNL 50’ anniversary special. Learn more about the musician here.    Image Credit: WireImage Saturday Night Live’s 50th anniversary celebration was filled not only with laughs but also with memorable performances. One standout moment was Miley Cyrus and Brittany Howard’s duet of “Nothing Compares 2 U,” a song written by Prince and made famous by Sinéad O’Connor. The former Disney Channel star later thanked Brittany in an Instagram post, saying, “for joining” her “to honor beloved lost legends.” As Brittany’s performance gained…

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A series of developments are slated for Ballarat. Can high-rise living and historic charm exist side-by-side? ​A series of developments are slated for Ballarat. Can high-rise living and historic charm exist side-by-side?    National Victoria Development By Benjamin Preiss February 18, 2025 — 10.00am , register or subscribe to save articles for later. Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Advertisement In the 1800s, the lure of gold brought a rush of people and an influx of money to Ballarat, giving rise to the historic city and its much-loved heritage architecture.…

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With a coming trial against actor Shia LaBeouf, FKA Twigs’ new album feels like a bold work of sexual reclamation. ​With a coming trial against actor Shia LaBeouf, FKA Twigs’ new album feels like a bold work of sexual reclamation.    Culture Music Review By Annabel Ross February 18, 2025 — 10.05am , register or subscribe to save articles for later. Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Advertisement FKA Twigs’ Eusexua: a bold work of sexual reclamation. FKA Twigs, Eusexua Like Charli XCX, FKA Twigs has drawn inspiration from club…

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SportsLine’s model revealed its college basketball predictions for Virginia Cavaliers vs. Duke Blue Devils on Monday ​SportsLine’s model revealed its college basketball predictions for Virginia Cavaliers vs. Duke Blue Devils on Monday    USATSI An ACC showdown on Monday features the No. 3 Duke Blue Devils (22-3) traveling to play the Virginia Cavaliers (13-12). The Blue Devils have won two straight games. Duke hammered Stanford 106-70 on Saturday for its second consecutive win. Virginia, meanwhile, has secured three consecutive victories. The Cavaliers defeated Virginia Tech 73-70 on Saturday. Duke has defeated Virginia the last two times they’ve met, but Virginia won…

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Eight years into his career as a sales representative, Cheryl Landes’ husband began saying people were following him. ​Eight years into his career as a sales representative, Cheryl Landes’ husband began saying people were following him.   Eight years into his career as a sales representative, Cheryl Landes’ husband began saying people were following him. 

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Ravens guard Ben Cleveland was cited for driving under the influence last Wednesday in Georgia, according to records obtained by ESPN. ​Ravens guard Ben Cleveland was cited for driving under the influence last Wednesday in Georgia, according to records obtained by ESPN.    Feb 17, 2025, 01:20 PM ET Baltimore Ravens guard Ben Cleveland was cited for driving under the influence last Wednesday in Georgia, according to records obtained by ESPN. According to the incident report, Cleveland, who was driving a Ford F-250, was stopped by police at 10:25 p.m. in Milledgeville, Georgia, after failing to maintain his lane. Cleveland told…

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The government’s proposed amendments to the anti-vilification bill address the main concerns from the Opposition and religious groups. ​The government’s proposed amendments to the anti-vilification bill address the main concerns from the Opposition and religious groups.    Exclusive Politics Victoria Victorian Parliament By Chip Le Grand February 18, 2025 — 10.06am , register or subscribe to save articles for later. Save articles for later Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time. Advertisement Bigots charged with criminal vilification under the Victorian government’s proposed hate laws will no longer be able to rely on a defence of…

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After three seasons with the organization, Champ Kelly, who recently interviewed for the Jacksonville Jaguars’ general manager vacancy, is out as assistant general manager of the Las Vegas Raiders, a source told ESPN on Monday, confirming a report. ​After three seasons with the organization, Champ Kelly, who recently interviewed for the Jacksonville Jaguars’ general manager vacancy, is out as assistant general manager of the Las Vegas Raiders, a source told ESPN on Monday, confirming a report.    Champ Kelly is out as assistant general manager of the Las Vegas Raiders, a source told ESPN on Monday, confirming a report. Kelly spent…

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A group of Miamians protested President Donald Trump’s first month of moves in office on President’s Day. Protesters shouted, “This is what democracy looks like!” Leer en español It was what democracy looks like. So too is a free and fair election, like the one that put Trump in office. They now call him a dictator. Protester Silvia Muñoz talked about friends — especially those from Venezuela — who backed Trump in the 2024 election, only to see him end their loved ones’ protected status in the United States. “He said he was going to deport every immigrant in this…

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For news updates as they happen in Brisbane and beyond today, follow us here. ​For news updates as they happen in Brisbane and beyond today, follow us here.    Eager Billie Eilish fans have set up camp in tents outside the Brisbane Entertainment Centre, waiting for the gates to open for tonight’s concert. Nine News reported about 400 people were camped outside the Boondall venue, with some coming as far as from Western Australia and the Northern Territory. Speaking to Nine, people in the crowd said they had been camped out for “a while”, with some spotted as early as Monday…

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