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Quincy Jones was a genius behind themes, from ‘Roots’ to ‘Austin Powers’

Quincy Jones produced some of the greatest pop music of the last 50 years, but he also created some of television and film’s most recognizable themes. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/style/2024/11/04/quincy-jones-television-movie-theme-songs/ Author : Ben Brasch, Marie Sanford Publish date : 2024-11-11 17:00:48 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Chef Jamie Oliver’s children’s book pulled from shelves after backlash

The book drew criticism from an Australian education group for how the story depicted and stereotyped Indigenous Australians. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/books/2024/11/11/jamie-oliver-childrens-book-australia/ Author : Herb Scribner Publish date : 2024-11-11 20:39:46 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Trump eyes pro-crypto candidates for key federal financial agencies

The incoming administration has explored new personnel and policy that can deliver on Trump’s campaign promise to turn the U.S. into the “crypto capital of the planet.” Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2024/11/11/trump-crypto-regulation-bitcoin/ Author : Tony Romm Publish date : 2024-11-11 23:53:26 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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PM Update: After third record high in a week, Tuesday will be much cooler

It reached the upper 70s in D.C. today, which was good enough for another record high. A passing cold front is bringing an end to the warmth. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/weather/2024/11/11/dc-area-forecast-cooler-tuesday/ Author : Ian Livingston Publish date : 2024-11-11 21:45:14 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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This week should be a turning point for the Commanders, but which way?

The Steelers provided a rude awakening, but an NFC East showdown against the Eagles could let the Commanders dream again. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2024/11/11/commanders-steelers-eagles-playoffs/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=wp_homepage Author : Publish date : 1970-01-01 00:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Wisconsin’s high court hears case set to decide state’s abortion rights

At issue is a pre-Civil War law that would completely bar the procedure, with no exceptions for incest, rape or to save the life of a pregnant woman. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2024/11/11/wisconsin-abortion-ban-court-hearing/ Author : Danielle Paquette Publish date : 2024-11-11 19:20:31 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Trump talked to Putin, told Russian leader not to escalate in Ukraine

President-elect Donald Trump spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday and discussed the war in Ukraine, according to people familiar with the call. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/national-security/2024/11/10/trump-putin-phone-call-ukraine/ Author : Ellen Nakashima, John Hudson, Josh Dawsey Publish date : 2024-11-11 14:06:36 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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2024 turnout is near the 2020 record. See how each state compares.

Votes are still being counted in some states, but those tabulated so far and expected totals show a range of turnout across states. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/11/06/voter-turnout-2024-by-state/ Author : Luis Melgar, Dan Keating, Alyssa Fowers Publish date : 2024-11-11 15:19:23 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Minority-owned firms face ‘crisis’ as affirmative action programs fall

Some cases making their way through federal courts could have catastrophic consequences for minority-owned businesses that do work for the federal government. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2024/11/11/minority-contractors-federal-preferences/ Author : Julian Mark Publish date : 2024-11-11 14:10:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Kremlin spokesman denies Putin-Trump call

The Washington Post reported that the two men spoke on Thursday, with President-elect Donald Trump joining the call from his resort in Florida. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2024/11/11/russia-putin-trump-call-peskov-deny/ Author : Mary Ilyushina, Catherine Belton Publish date : 2024-11-11 11:28:56 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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On Europa Clipper: ‘Our Earthly emissary will visit a place we cannot’

The Europa Clipper team will study one of Jupiter’s moons and determine whether it has the characteristics necessary for life. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2024/11/11/europa-clipper-mission-launch/ Author : Robert Pappalardo Publish date : 2024-11-11 11:00:54 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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To help older veterans, a Virginia group gives each a ‘battle buddy’

The organization, which was started by the daughter of a career Marine, launched a Battle Buddy Call Center last year to serve veterans nationwide. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2024/11/11/battle-buddy-virginia-veterans/ Author : Wayne Gray Publish date : 2024-11-11 10:00:38 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Carolyn Hax: Is it unfair for spouses to vent to friends about their marriage?

A best friend and longtime sounding board for a troubled marriage wonders where the line is between healthy outlet and betrayal. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/advice/2024/11/11/carolyn-hax-disloyal-spouse-friends/ Author : Carolyn Hax Publish date : 2024-11-11 05:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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California votes ‘no’ on measure to ban forced prison labor

Proposition 6 would have banned the use of involuntary servitude as punishment for crimes. It was rejected by California voters. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2024/11/10/prop-6-california-slavery-prison-labor/ Author : Jiselle Lee Publish date : 2024-11-11 02:55:15 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Live Briefing: Arab-Islamic summit to discuss Gaza, Lebanon; Trump talks to Netanyahu

Israel’s conflicts against Hamas in Gaza and Hezbollah in Lebanon are set to dominate the agenda at gatherings in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, and at the White House this week. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2024/11/11/israel-iran-war-news-gaza-palestine-lebanon/ Author : Rachel Pannett Publish date : 2024-11-11 05:43:47 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Democrats face a reckoning and a long rebuilding. There is no quick fix.

Donald Trump’s commanding victory left Democrats adrift. They must first understand why they lost before figuring out how to rebuild. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2024/11/10/how-democrats-rebuild-after-defeat/ Author : Dan Balz Publish date : 2024-11-10 17:39:38 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Murrow Award rescinded for acclaimed ‘Retrograde’ documentary

The Radio Television Digital News Association decision follows a Washington Post report on warnings “Retrograde’s” filmmakers received about endangering Afghans. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/style/media/2024/11/10/retrograde-documentary-murrow-award-rescinded/ Author : Manuel Roig-Franzia Publish date : 2024-11-10 22:44:22 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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