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1. BA.2.75, a More Contagious Omicron Strain, Is Now Spreading

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Latest Omicron mutant is spreading exponentially, say coronavirus experts.

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2. Right-Wing Family Research Council Is Now a Church, IRS Says

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The prominent think tank, dubbed a “hate group” by the Southern Poverty Law Center, can now avoid financial scrutiny as it fights abortion and the LGBT+ community.

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3. TV News Anchor Suspended After ‘Train Wreck’ of a Broadcast

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The broadcast was so bizarre, the station was flooded with comments of concern on social media.

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4. Paul Ryan ‘Found Himself Sobbing’ During Capitol Riot: Book

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The former U.S. House speaker told journalist Mark Leibovich that he was “foundationally” disturbed by the insurrection.

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5. Yosemite Fire Threatens Sequoias, Planes With Flying Debris

 CLOSING IN 

Blaze doubles in size near the ancient Mariposa Grove, home to about 500 of the giants, as pilots report debris flying between air water tankers.

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6. Hutchinson Whipped Trump Support During Impeachment: Report

 WUNDERKIND 

Just prior to her bombshell testimony, the former aide was reportedly facing intense pressure from the team she once helped keep afloat.

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7. Sri Lankan President Promises to Quit in Face of Protests

 FORCED OUT 

Protesters say they won’t back down until Gotabaya Rajapaska, thought to have taken refuge on a navy ship, actually leaves office.

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8. Beanie Feldstein to Bow Out of ‘Funny Girl’ 2 Months Early

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The actress said her departure had been prompted by the creative decision “to take the show in a different direction.”

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9. Tyler, The Creator Accuses Ex-Collaborators of Selling Demos

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At least one of the musicians involved has denied the accusation, saying in part: “LOL, get real.”

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10. Man Charged for Allegedly Buying Gun That Killed Detroit Cop

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Sheldon Avery Thomas allegedly lied about the reason for buying the gun, then handed it to a person who subsequently shot a cop.

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11. Johnny Depp Rips Into Amber Heard in New Song

 SINGING THE BLUES 

The brooding actor appears to have vented his feelings in at least two songs alongside a British legend.

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12. Spirit Passengers Told to Stay Put During Plane Fire: Report

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“We saw a flame coming from the engine and people and myself started freaking out,” one passenger said.

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13. Nick Kyrgios Can’t Even Pull It Together for Kate Middleton

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When receiving his runner-up trophy from the Duchess of Cambridge, Kyrgios knowingly flouted Wimbledon’s dress code.

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