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5 things to do this week at Lafayette
As the last week of classes begins, Lafayette highlights five events: the Percussion Ensemble performs pieces from Japanese Taiko to jazz (8 p.m., Mon., May 4, Williams Center...
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Congress approves DHS funding, ends record partial government shutdown
The US Congress on Thursday approved funding for most of the Department of Homeland Security, bringing an end to a record-breaking partial government shutdown. The shutdown had disrupted...
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Six Democrats seek Georgia's 13th Congressional District nomination
The Center Square reports that six candidates are competing for the Democratic nomination in Georgia's 13th Congressional District. The contenders are vying to become the district's Democratic nominee...
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DHS shutdown ends after 76 days
After weeks of delay, the U.S. House approved the Senate’s legislation reopening the Department of Homeland Security. The vote ends a 76-day shutdown of DHS.
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Bottas reveals near‑starvation weight‑loss diet
Valtteri Bottas revealed Wednesday that, 12 years ago during his second season as a Formula One driver with Williams, he deliberately endured a dangerous near‑starvation diet to control...
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Belvidere softball beats Voorhees in H/W/S opener
Belvidere’s young County Seaters beat Voorhees in the first round of the Hunterdon/Warren/Sussex tournament on Wednesday, fueled by a strong performance from freshman pitcher Isabella Constantino. The victory...
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Workshop for Faculty: Supporting Students with ADHD
Lafayette faculty are invited to a specialized workshop on May 4 from 4:15–5:30 p.m. in 300 Simon Center to deepen understanding of ADHD and classroom implications. Sponsored by...
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German artist Georg Baselitz dies aged 88
German artist Georg Baselitz has died aged 88. His expressive paintings and sculptures stirred controversy in West Germany before he won global acclaim.
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War in the Middle East: latest developments
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Farm bill clears House, moves to Senate
The Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 passed the U.S. House Thursday in a 224-200 vote and now heads to the Senate for approval. Supporters say...
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Myanmar leader orders Suu Kyi to house arrest
Myanmar's junta chief, now serving as president, has ordered deposed leader Aung San Suu Kyi to be moved to house arrest. The move comes five years after she...
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Wildwater Kingdom makes USA TODAY 10Best list
Dorney Park & Wildwater Kingdom in Lehigh Valley received national recognition after two of its water attractions were named in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. Runaway...