Reforms could boost World Bank lending to developing countries by nearly $190 billion -study
By Andrea Shalal WASHINGTON Reforming the World Bank's approach to risk could unlock nearly $190 billion in additional
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Is broadband essential, like water or electricity? New net neutrality effort makes the case
Landmark net neutrality rules rescinded under former President Donald Trump could return under a new push by U.S. Federal Communications Commission chair Jessica Rosenworcel
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26-year-old tech CEO found dead in Baltimore with signs of blunt-force trauma
The Baltimore Police Department has announced an arrest warrant for a suspect wanted for the murder of Pava LaPere, the 26-year-old CEO of startup EcoMap Technologies, who was found dead in a downtown Baltimore apartment Monday with signs of blunt-force trauma to her head.
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As mental health worsens among Afghanistan's women, the UN is asked to declare 'gender apartheid'
The U_N_’s most powerful body is being asked to support governments seeking to legally declare the crackdown by Afghanistan’s Taliban rulers on women and girls “gender apartheid."
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Yankees' Boone repeats that slugger Judge is not expected to need offseason toe surgery
Yankees manager Aaron Boone reiterated Tuesday that slugger Aaron Judge is not expected to require offseason surgery on his ailing toe
1970-01-01 08:00
Surviving members of the Little Rock Nine raise concerns about history education nationwide
Surviving members of the Little Rock Nine -- Black students who were the first to desegregate schools and break the color barrier in Arkansas -- said they are "as bewildered as they were" more than 65 years ago by moves around the nation to limit access to portions of American history.
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Cardinals' right hander Adam Wainwright, 42, says he has thrown his final pitch
Eight days after winning his 200th game, 42-year-old Adam Wainwright said Tuesday he has thrown his final pitch
1970-01-01 08:00
Candy Crush Saga hits $20 billion revenue milestone, maker King says
By Paul Sandle LONDON Candy Crush Saga, the matching game played by millions on their commute, has reached
1970-01-01 08:00
UN summit of world leaders, by the numbers: The longest speech, the language that dominated and more
Nearly all the world’s on stage, and all the men and but 20 women merely players
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Patriots place defensive tackle Daniel Ekuale on injured reserve
The Patriots have placed defensive tackle Daniel Ekuale on injured reserve
1970-01-01 08:00
Baseball Hall of Famer and Baltimore Orioles legend Brooks Robinson dies at age 86
Baltimore Orioles legend Brooks Robinson, a third baseman who won 16 consecutive Gold Glove awards and is considered by many to be the greatest fielder at that position ever, has died, according to a statement from the Robinson family and the Orioles organization.
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Armed man arrested at a Virginia church after posting threats on Instagram, police say
Over the weekend, police say, Rui Jiang posted a photo on Instagram of a gun being pointed at a computer screen showing the spire of a white church building.
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