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Javon Small, Toby Okani help West Virginia beat Mercyhurst 67-46 for 5th straight victory

The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! MORGANTOWN, W.Va. — Javon Small scored 19, Toby Okani added a double-double and West Virginia breezed to a 67-46 victory over Mercyhurst on Sunday. Small had 12 points by halftime and Andre scored nine as West Virginia took a 35-22 lead. Small answered with five …

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Frida Formann, Lior Garzon, Jade Masogayo rally Colorado women past No. 14 West Virginia 65-60

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 women’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! BOULDER, Colo. — Frida Formann made four 3-pointers and scored 22, Jade Masogayo added 18 points and Lior Garzon scored 12 of her 14 in a pivotal fourth quarter as Colorado rallied to beat No. The Buffaloes pulled within a point to begin the third …

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Inside the chilling cult of the 'Columbiners': Disturbing number of school shooters around the world inspired by 1999 bloodbath as it's linked to latest tragedy where Natalie Rupnow, 15, killed teache

Daily Mail

On April 20, 1999, two teenage boys dressed in black trench coats went on a killing rampage at Columbine High School in what was at one time the deadliest school shooting in American history. Parkland shooter Nikolas Cruz researched the 1999 massacre before gunning down 17 people at his Florida high school Investigators said that Cruz, who was sentenced to …

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PJ Haggerty has big 2nd half in No. 21 Memphis’ 64-62 victory at Virginia

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The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. — PJ Haggerty scored 21 of his 27 points in the second half and No. Key moment Virginia closed to 57-53 on a basket by Isaac McKneely with 2:58 to play, but Haggerty pushed the lead back to 60-53 with a 3-pointer with …

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Hunter dies after bear shot out of tree lands on him

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The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. A hunter shot the bear, which fell out …

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5 days, 14 hours ago

Michael Vick says he will be the new head football coach at Norfolk State University

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Michael Vick says he will be the new head football coach at Norfolk State University toggle caption Chris O' Meara/AP Former Atlanta Falcons quarterback Michael Vick says he has accepted a head coaching position at Norfolk State University in Virginia. "It's an honor to announce that I'll be the new head coach of Norfolk State University…looking forward to coming back …

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A hunter in Virginia has died after a bear shot in a tree fell on him

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AP — A man has died in the US state of Virginia after a bear in a tree, shot by one of his hunting partners, fell on him, state wildlife officials said. A hunting group was following the bear when it ran up the tree, the department said. In 2018, a man in Alaska was critically injured after his hunting …

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Dozens of prisoners allege a culture of violence by guards at federal facility in Virginia

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Dozens of prisoners allege a culture of violence by guards at federal facility in Virginia Valerie Chiang for the Marshall Project Marcos Santiago heard the clatter of metal chains outside cell 201 next door. toggle caption toggle caption In a motion to dismiss Santiago's lawsuit, federal lawyers representing prison staff wrote that "each of the Defendants deny the Amended Complaint's …

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Democrats’ first test after November drubbing will take place in Virginia

Politico

“Virginia has an outstanding opportunity to stand up to the new administration,” said Kannan Srinivasan, the Democrat and member of the House of Delegates who is running for state Senate. “Which we’ve seen from the preview is going to be extremely chaotic.” This is turf that Democrats should easily hold: Kamala Harris won Loudoun County by more than 20 points. …

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A U.S. farm breeds pigs for human kidney transplants

Raw Story

by Ulysse BELLIER On a farm in the southern U.S. state of Virginia, David Ayares and his research teams are breeding genetically modified pigs to transplant their organs into human patients. - 'Little room for recognition' - AFP For more than 20 years, Revivicor, in Blacksburg, Virginia, has been conducting research to turn pig-to-human transplantation from science fiction to life-saving …

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Virginia high school under fire after Black students ‘bullied’ during history lesson featuring raw cotton

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Get Nadine White's Race Report newsletter for a fresh perspective on the week's news Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent Get our free newsletter from The Independent's Race Correspondent SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Parents have accused a Virginia high school of …

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US national security adviser backs AUKUS deal, calls it ‘burden sharing’ for US and Australia

Firstpost

The trilateral AUKUS deal struck in 2021 is Australia’s biggest defence project, with a cost of A$368 billion by 2055, as Australia buys several Virginia-class submarines from the United States while also building a new class of nuclear-powered submarine in Britain and Australia The AUKUS nuclear-powered submarine partnership with Australia will benefit the United States and is the kind of …

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Virginia man convicted of funneling money to Islamic State group

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ALEXANDRIA, Va. — A northern Virginia man targeted by an FBI sting operation has been convicted on terrorism charges for collecting funds on behalf of the Islamic State group. Prosecutors said Chhipa met several times with an undercover FBI operative who gave him hundreds of dollars on multiple occasions in 2021 and 2022, earmarked for a Syrian woman and Islamic …

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AP All-America team: Travis Hunter, Xavier Watts back on first team; Ashton Jeanty is unanimous pick

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Heisman Trophy winner Travis Hunter of Colorado was a first-team selection at two spots and a second-team pick at another on The Associated Press All-America team announced Monday. First-team All-Americans SEC — 6 ACC — 5 Big Ten — 5 Big 12 — 4 MAC — 3 Mountain West — 2 Sun Belt — 1 Independent — 1 First-team offense …

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CEOs wanted Biden’s top business regulator gone. They’re about to get their wish

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Lina Khan has enraged corporate America. He has backed calls for a nationwide data privacy law and he has called concentration in the technology industry “the competition question of our time.” All of these things suggest some alignment with the current FTC’s priorities, particularly in recognizing the role that tech companies play in the modern economy and the importance of …

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What we know about the mysterious drones reported over the East Coast

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CNN — Mysterious flying objects overhead. Kathy Hochul on Saturday, adding last month she “directed the New York State Intelligence Center to actively investigate drone sightings and coordinate with federal law enforcement to address this issue.” Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said he’s asking DHS to deploy special detection systems that use 360-degree technology to detect drones. New York State …

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1 week, 1 day ago

Good riddance to Washington's real power duo

Salon

Senate Democrats have started to say their goodbyes. “Some of the biggest accomplishments of the” Biden administration, Schumer admitted, “would not have gotten done without Joe.” Wishing farewell to the retiring West Virginia senator, Schumer called Manchin “invaluable.” Senate Democrats showered retiring Arizona Sen. Krysten Sinema with similar praise. I think there was probably no one who got sent into …

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Residents on every U.S. coast are looking for solutions for rising sea levels

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Residents on every U.S. coast are looking for solutions for rising sea levels Communities along the three U.S. coastlines are exploring solutions for rising sea levels. This city's edge, with towering skyscrapers, metro lines and big tech companies is separated from San Francisco Bay by a sea wall that doubles as one of the city's main tourist attractions. ROMERO: UC …

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Two Virginia women who came to Congress on a mission prepare to leave at a critical moment

Associated Press

WASHINGTON — Democratic Reps. Abigail Spanberger and Jennifer Wexton roared into Washington six years ago as part of a record wave of women vying for House seats, many on a mission to push back against the politics of Donald Trump. Of the 35 Democratic women first elected in 2018, Spanberger and Wexton are among 14 who have since left or …

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Prince Andrew scandals: Timeline of royal’s downfall from that interview to ‘confidante’ spy allegations

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Virginia Tech snaps six-game losing streak with 95-67 win over North Carolina A&T

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! BLACKSBURG, Va. — Ben Hammond came off the bench to score a career-high 17 points on a perfect shooting night and Virginia Tech beat North Carolina A&T 95-67 Thursday night to snap a six-game losing streak. Mylyjael Poteat scored all 11 of his points in …

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Virginia closes the game on a 25-4 run to beat Bethune-Cookman 59-41

Associated Press

The AP Top 25 men’s college basketball poll is back every week throughout the season! CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. — Elijah Saunders scored 13 of his 15 points in the second half, when Jacob Cofie scored all 12 of his points, and Virginia closed the game on a 25-4 run to beat Bethune-Cookman 59-41 on Thursday night. Bethune-Cookman scored 12 of the …

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Officials demand explanation on mysterious drones as more sightings reported in New York metro area and beyond

CNN

New York CNN — Federal agencies are facing intense pressure to give the public more details on unexplained drone sightings in the New York City metropolitan area and beyond that have been going on for weeks over residential neighborhoods as well as restricted sites and critical infrastructure. Kathy Hochul said in a statement Saturday, adding last month she “directed the …

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Newly elected West Virginia lawmaker arrested and accused of making terroristic threats

Associated Press

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — A newly elected state lawmaker in West Virginia is facing at least one felony and is accused of making terroristic threats. Joseph de Soto, 61, was arrested by state police Thursday in Martinsburg following an investigation that found he made “several threatening/intimidating threats against government officials,” according to a statement from Lt. Leslie T. Goldie Jr. of …

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Javon Small, Toby Okani help West Virginia beat Mercyhurst 67-46 for 5th straight victory

Frida Formann, Lior Garzon, Jade Masogayo rally Colorado women past No. 14 West Virginia 65-60

Inside the chilling cult of the 'Columbiners': Disturbing number of school shooters around the world inspired by 1999 bloodbath as it's linked to latest tragedy where Natalie Rupnow, 15, killed teache

PJ Haggerty has big 2nd half in No. 21 Memphis’ 64-62 victory at Virginia

Hunter dies after bear shot out of tree lands on him

Michael Vick says he will be the new head football coach at Norfolk State University

A hunter in Virginia has died after a bear shot in a tree fell on him

Dozens of prisoners allege a culture of violence by guards at federal facility in Virginia

Democrats’ first test after November drubbing will take place in Virginia

A U.S. farm breeds pigs for human kidney transplants

Virginia high school under fire after Black students ‘bullied’ during history lesson featuring raw cotton

US national security adviser backs AUKUS deal, calls it ‘burden sharing’ for US and Australia

Virginia man convicted of funneling money to Islamic State group

AP All-America team: Travis Hunter, Xavier Watts back on first team; Ashton Jeanty is unanimous pick

CEOs wanted Biden’s top business regulator gone. They’re about to get their wish

What we know about the mysterious drones reported over the East Coast

Good riddance to Washington's real power duo

Residents on every U.S. coast are looking for solutions for rising sea levels

Two Virginia women who came to Congress on a mission prepare to leave at a critical moment

Prince Andrew scandals: Timeline of royal’s downfall from that interview to ‘confidante’ spy allegations

Virginia Tech snaps six-game losing streak with 95-67 win over North Carolina A&T

Virginia closes the game on a 25-4 run to beat Bethune-Cookman 59-41

Officials demand explanation on mysterious drones as more sightings reported in New York metro area and beyond

Newly elected West Virginia lawmaker arrested and accused of making terroristic threats