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Video shows Va. deputies pile on top of Black man before his death

Seven sheriff's deputies and three hospital workers have been charged with murder in the case.

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Lentils are just waiting for their ‘hummus moment’

When it comes to combating climate change, the lentil may be the perfect legume.

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Iowa’s sharp right turn: From centrist state to ‘Florida of the North’

From Obama to Trump, from supporting same-sex marriage to anti-LGBTQ bills, Iowa has turned conservative amid shifts by working-class and independent voters.

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A surprising (and growing) gender gap in the most dangerous jobs

Every year, more and more Americans are hit, kicked, beaten or shoved so badly that the victim misses at least a day of work.

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Deadly fungal infection rapidly spreading in U.S. health facilities

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Over 1,000 L.A. schools to shut down due to mass school workers strike

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Sailboat crew rescued in Pacific after abandoning ship sunk by whale

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Biden to protect a half-million acres in Texas and Nevada

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Sailboat crew rescued in Pacific after abandoning ship sunk by whale

Raindancer owner Rick Rodriguez and his three friends escaped the sinking ship and sent out a distress signal after an encounter with a massive whale.