Juliana Kim
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ICE lifted its ban on family visits, but relatives still struggle to see loved ones
Individual facilities, which are often private and for-profit, have the authority to limit visits over COVID concerns. But immigrant advocates question whether the decisions are made in good faith.
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Special protections for about 300,000 immigrants are extended amid federal lawsuit
People from six countries — El Salvador, Haiti, Nicaragua, Sudan, Honduras and Nepal — have been at risk of deportation after the Trump administration deemed those countries safe enough for return.
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The National Park Service wants humans to stop licking this toad
The Sonoran desert toad secretes a potent toxin that can make people sick. Despite the risks, some people have discovered that the toad's toxic secretions contain a powerful hallucinogenic.
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Dolly Parton says she likely won't tour again, but may play live from time to time
Parton says that although she has no intention of ever going on a full-fledged tour again, she plans to perform at special shows and festivals in the future.
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Ahead of Election Day, U.S. agencies warn of potential attacks by extremists
Law enforcement officials are warning of potential attacks against election officials, political candidates, religious minorities and others.
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Ye appears to be back on Twitter after Elon Musk's takeover
Twitter locked the rapper's account earlier this month over antisemitic posts. Last time Ye returned to the platform after a hiatus, Musk wrote "Welcome back to Twitter, my friend!"
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Politics
The ACLU and others urge border authorities to limit detention of pregnant migrants
Advocacy groups and doctors are asking U.S. Customs and Border Protection to expedite the intake proceedings for women and others who are pregnant, postpartum or nursing as well as infants.
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Food
A 2,560-pound Minnesota pumpkin was crowned the winner at this year's weigh-off
The winning pumpkin, grown by a Minnesota teacher, set a new North American record for heaviest pumpkin.
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Politics
Alabama Sen. Tuberville equates descendants of enslaved people to criminals
Tuberville spoke at a pro-Trump rally in Nevada on Saturday ahead of the November midterm elections. The NAACP called the comments "flat out racist, ignorant and utterly sickening."
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Elton John was moved to tears by a surprise award from President Biden
"I'm never flabbergasted," the legendary songwriter said after being presented with the National Humanities Medal, "but I'm flabbergasted and humbled and honored by this incredible award."