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McConnell stepping down as Senate GOP leader, ending historic 17-year run
The Kentucky Republican, who turned 82 last week, announced his decision on the Senate floor on Wednesday.
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The Kentucky Republican, who turned 82 last week, announced his decision on the Senate floor on Wednesday.
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More than 30 beaches across Massachusetts are closed for swimming Wednesday.
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Homeless migrant families were dropped off at an MBTA stop because emergency shelters are full and they had nowhere to go.
A new survey found that more than 50% of Gen Z are using TikTok for health advice.
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