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The failed political operation to make DeSantis the GOP presidential nominee cost $168 million

The failed political operation to make DeSantis the GOP presidential nominee cost $168 million

The failed campaign and expansive political operation aiming to make Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis the Republican nominee for the White House cost $168 million, according to filings reported to the Federal Election Commission late Wednesday.
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Chow proposes 9.5 per cent property tax hike, lower than initial staff proposal

Chow proposes 9.5 per cent property tax hike, lower than initial staff proposal

Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow has unveiled a property tax hike lower than what officials initially proposed, while thanking the federal government for new money for asylum seeker shelter support.
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Ontario to give Toronto up to $97 million for FIFA World Cup

Ontario to give Toronto up to $97 million for FIFA World Cup

TORONTO — Ontario has conditionally committed to giving Toronto up to $97 million for the city's FIFA World Cup hosting duties, as long as the federal government matches its contribution.
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UK judge dismisses Trump's lawsuit over dossier containing 'shocking and scandalous claims'

UK judge dismisses Trump's lawsuit over dossier containing 'shocking and scandalous claims'

LONDON (AP) — A judge in London on Thursday threw out a lawsuit by former U.S. President Donald Trump that accused a former British spy of making “shocking and scandalous claims” that were false and harmed his reputation.
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Video shows Indiana lawmaker showing holstered gun to students who were advocating for gun control

Video shows Indiana lawmaker showing holstered gun to students who were advocating for gun control

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) — A video taken by a high school student shows an Indiana lawmaker flash a gun to students who were visiting the statehouse to talk to legislators about gun control.
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AP-NORC poll finds an uptick in positive ratings of the US economy, but it’s not boosting Biden

AP-NORC poll finds an uptick in positive ratings of the US economy, but it’s not boosting Biden

WASHINGTON (AP) — Stocks are near record highs. Growth was surprisingly strong last year. And once-hot inflation has begun to cool. But so far, U.S. adults are feeling only slightly better about the economy.
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Inside Donald Trump's curious relationship with Fox News - and what it means for other candidates

Inside Donald Trump's curious relationship with Fox News - and what it means for other candidates

NEW YORK (AP) — At this moment in the 2024 election cycle, complaining about Fox News — even if for different reasons — may be what unites Donald Trump, Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis the most.
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Alberta to require parental consent for name, pronoun changes in schools

Alberta to require parental consent for name, pronoun changes in schools

Premier Danielle Smith has announced a raft of changes affecting transgender Albertans, including requiring parental consent for students 15 and under who want to change their names or pronouns at school.
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How Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce became the focus of baseless political conspiracy theories

How Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce became the focus of baseless political conspiracy theories

The budding love story featuring music superstar Taylor Swift and Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce took an unexpected turn into the world of political conspiracy theories this week after the team advanced to the Super Bowl .
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Ottawa pledges $362 million to provinces, cities to temporarily house asylum seekers

Ottawa pledges $362 million to provinces, cities to temporarily house asylum seekers

OTTAWA — The federal government is spending another $362 million to help provinces and cities find housing for asylum seekers — but Ontario says it's nowhere near enough.
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