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If you’ve ever seen the number 11:11 pop up somewhere and felt compelled to make a wish—or to urge whoever you’re with to do so—you’ve participated in the magic of angel number 1111. This four-digit ...

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EVERETT — As Washington’s first legislation regulating automated license plate readers heads to the governor’s desk, the status of Everett’s Flock Safety cameras remains up in the air. On Tuesday, ...

GOMA, Congo — A mine collapse at a major coltan mining site in eastern Congo left at least 200 dead, according to Congolese authorities, a number disputed by the rebel group that controls the mine.

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SCRANTON — Two high-ranking Pennsylvania State Police officers who oversaw operations of Troop P have filed a civil lawsuit against their employer, the state’s governor, and others, alleging they were ...

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