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State lawmakers rush to set rounding rules for when there are no pennies

States are setting new rules for cash purchases after the U.S. Mint stopped making pennies and the 1-cent coins get scarcer.
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Demidov breaks 3rd-period tie in the Canadiens' 3-2 victory over the Senators

Ivan Demidov broke a tie with 7:20 left, Jacob Fowler made 32 saves and the Montreal Canadiens beat the Ottawa Senators 3-2 on Wednesday night for their third straight victory. Demidov scored off ...
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Trump administration kicks off new process to try to replace tariffs struck down by Supreme Court

The Trump administration is opening a new trade investigation into manufacturing in foreign countries. It’s an effort that ...
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South Korean lawmakers pass law to manage Seoul's pledge of $350 billion in US investments

South Korean lawmakers have passed a law to implement a pledge of $350 billion in U.S. investments Seoul made last year to avoid the Trump administration’s highest tariffs. Government officials ...
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Damage to historical sites in Iran raises alarm about war's impact on protected places

U.S. and Israeli strikes on Iran have damaged at least four cultural and historical sites across Iran. Experts and advocates have raised alarm about the impact of the widening war on ...
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China is expected to push for an ethnic unity law that critics say will cement assimilation

China is expected to approve a sweeping “ethnic unity” law that critics say tightens assimilation and weakens minority rights ...
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Trump visa changes squeeze rural schools relying on international teachers

Rural school districts say the Trump administration’s visa changes are jeopardizing a key source of teachers. Many schools hired foreign teachers when they couldn't attract American instructors ...
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Oscars preview: Producers tease ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ and ‘Sinners’ celebrations

The Oscars producers are turning this year’s nominated songs into big showpieces that celebrate the films behind them. On ...
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Man taken into custody after driving van into security gate outside White House, authorities say

Authorities say a man was taken into custody after driving his van into a security barrier at the White House, The Secret Service says the man crashed into the temporary security barrier ...
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Brickner, Idaho beat Montana for Big Sky Conference title, clinch 1st NCAA berth since 1990

Isaiah Brickner had 23 points and 10 rebounds — his first double-double of the season — and Brody Rowbury scored 12 points to help seventh-seeded Idaho beat No. 4 seed Montana 77-66 to win the ...
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Brent crude oil tops $100 a barrel as Iran attacks on shipping worsen supply concerns

The price of a barrel of Brent crude oil, the international standard, has topped $100 a barrel again just days after it spiked near $120. Oil prices shot more than 9% higher early Thursday as ...
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Webb, James lead Delaware State to 75-70 OT win over Morgan State in Mid-Eastern Athletic Tournament

Miles Webb scored 18 points and Ponce James added six points in the overtime as the Delaware State Hornets took down the Morgan State Bears 75-70 in the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference ...