Arthur Schubarth pleaded guilty to charges that he conspired to use tissue from a sheep illegally brought into the U.S. to clone that animal and then use the clone and its descendants to create a larger, hybrid species of sheep that would be more valuable for his captive hunting operations.
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Claudia Sheinbaum sworn in as 1st female president of Mexico
Claudia Sheinbaum has pledged to continue all the policies of her mentor and outgoing President Andrés Manuel López Obrador, even those that have weakened the country’s checks and balances.
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NYC mayor deflects questions about bribery charges as a potential witness speaks out
Eric Adams frames himself as confident in his ability to overcome ‘obstacles.’
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New Jersey offshore wind farm clears big federal hurdle amid environmental concerns
Opponents say the operation would be devastating for marine and coastal habitats.
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North Carolina floods threaten mines key to global electronics industry
The facilities in Spruce Pine are a vital node in the supply chain of smartphones and computers.
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Russia-paid influencers, trolls step up efforts to influence U.S. election
Federal actions to stymie foreign influence campaigns haven’t cowed Moscow, researchers say.
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U.S. job openings rise to 8 million as labor market remains sturdy
But the number of Americans quitting their jobs – a sign of confidence in their job prospects – slid to the lowest level since August 2020.
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Helene, other storms dumped whopping 40 trillion gallons of rain on South
The flood damage from the rain is apocalyptic, meteorologists said. More than 100 people are dead.
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Iran fires at least 180 missiles into Israel as regionwide conflict grows
The two countries have fought a shadow war for years, but rarely have they come into direct conflict.
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Walz, Vance go in depth on policy while attacking each other’s running mates in vice presidential debate
Tuesday’s matchup could have an outsized impact. Polls have shown Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump locked in a close contest, giving added weight to anything that can sway voters on the margins.