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White House warns of military response to rocket attack on Iraq base housing U.S. troops

The White House warned that the U.S. may consider a military response to the rocket attack on Wednesday that hit an airbase in western Iraq where American and coalition troops are house. A U.S. contractor died after

National security officials give differing timeline of Capitol attack response

During questioning as part of the Senate’s investigation of the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol, a Washington, a member of the National Guard and a Pentagon official disagreed on the speed of response to the

Texas and Mississippi to lift COVID-19 mask mandates and business restrictions

Governors of Texas and Mississippi announced Tuesday that they will lift their state’s mask mandates, as well as lift the restrictions on businesses and facility capacity back to 100%. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott said the mandates are

At least 13 killed in Southern California crash involving semi-truck and SUV

At least 13 people were killed and a dozen others were taken to hospitals after a semi-truck slammed into a SUV carrying 25 people just north of the U.S.-Mexico border. The highway patrol said the crash occurred

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Former Raiders WR Tyrell Williams and Detroit Lions agree to 1-Year, $6.2M Contract

The Detroit Lions have agreed to a one-year contract worth up to $6.2 million with Tyrell Williams, according to ESPN. The Las Vegas Raiders released Williams on Feb. 24, freeing him up to sign with another team.

Washington Nationals’ pitcher Jon Lester leaves spring training to have thyroid removed

Washington Nationals manager David Martinez said on Wednesday that pitcher Jon Lester has left the team’s spring training facility in West Palm Beach, Fla., to have his thyroid removed in New York City. Martinez told reporters on

Minnesota Vikings release veteran tight end Kyle Rudolph after 10 seasons

The Minnesota Vikings announced Tuesday they have released former Pro Bowl tight end Kyle Rudolph after 10 season. The move saves the Vikings about $5.1 million against the salary cap for the upcoming season. The 31-year-old Rudolph

Washington Football Team expected to release QB Alex Smith

The Washington Football Team is expected to release veteran quarterback Alex Smith. According to league sources, Washington will make the move in the coming days, allowing Smith to move on to his next team. The 36-year-old Smith