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World News

Trump says he's lifting sanctions on Syria, confusing some allies in Israel

6:51am May 15, 2025

by A Martínez

President Trump says he's dropping sanctions against Syria, which led to celebrations in the streets of Damascus. But in Israel, many are wondering where they stand with their neighbor.

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Russians vote in their first election since Moscow's full-scale invasion of Ukraine

Russia's presidential election is underway and Vladimir Putin is widely expected to secure a fifth term in office — extending his hold on power through at least 2030.

Sports

Pittsburgh Penguins had to cancel bobblehead giveaway because they were stolen

The giveaway was in honor of Penguin legend Jaromir Jagr, who played 11 seasons and won two Stanley Cups for the team in the early 90s. Fans got a voucher instead — Jagr still showed up to the game.

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Arts

Whitney Biennial, a showcase of American contemporary arts, is returning to NYC

by Jennifer Vanasco

This year, the longest-running — and one of the most important — regular showcases of American art is not a survey, but a conversation.

Health & Safety

After 4 years, NIH is sunsetting its influential COVID-19 treatment guidelines

by Pien Huang

The COVID guidelines were used by millions of doctors to guide care during the pandemic. Scientists say the development of new COVID treatments has slowed to a drip.

National

Dollar General and Dollar Tree Inc. have different outlooks on the economy

by Stephan Bisaha

Is the dollar store expansion coming to an end? About a thousand Family Dollar and Dollar Tree stores are expected to close this year. Dollar General said it's planning to open 800 stores this year.

National

Chicago shelters will start evicting migrants after a 60-day rule goes into effect

Chicago is one of several cities where tens of thousands of migrants have strained resources. The city now is now telling many new arrivals that their stays in shelters will be limited to 60 days.

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Texas Medical Board to give doctors guidance on the state's 3 abortion bans

by Olivia Aldridge

In Texas, three abortion bans overlap and can contradict each other. Now, the Texas Medical Board will create advice for doctors on compliance with state laws when problems arise during pregnancy.

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Morning news brief

Russia kicks off three days of voting to choose a president. The turmoil in Haiti over the last two weeks reaches new levels. Chicago tells many migrants stays in shelters will be limited to 60 days.

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Trump says he's lifting sanctions on Syria, confusing some allies in Israel

Russians vote in their first election since Moscow's full-scale invasion of Ukraine

Pittsburgh Penguins had to cancel bobblehead giveaway because they were stolen

Whitney Biennial, a showcase of American contemporary arts, is returning to NYC

After 4 years, NIH is sunsetting its influential COVID-19 treatment guidelines

Dollar General and Dollar Tree Inc. have different outlooks on the economy

Chicago shelters will start evicting migrants after a 60-day rule goes into effect

Texas Medical Board to give doctors guidance on the state's 3 abortion bans

Morning news brief

After a dramatic overhaul, what's next for the Republican National Committee?

The chaos and gang violence, which is not new to Haiti, reach new levels

Researchers look to whales to try to understand how and why menopause evolves

Aid groups say land deliveries should be a priority over airdrops, maritime corridors