US accuses China of ‘genocide’ of Uyghurs and minority groups in Xinjiang
The US has officially determined that China is committing genocide and crimes against humanity against Uyghur Muslims and ethnic and religious…
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Right-wing extremists and their supporters use Christian website to raise funds
Before Proud Boys member Nick Ochs was arrested and charged in connection with the insurrection at the US Capitol, he raised $300 on the…
Continue ReadingNavajo Nation identifies 75 communities with ‘uncontrolled’ Covid-19 spread in first weeks of January
The Navajo Nation has identified 75 communities with an “uncontrolled spread” of Covid-19 in the first two weeks of January, according to…
Continue ReadingHow animals transfer power from one leader to another: Brute force, inheritance and consensus
Bees, chimps, clownfish and hyenas all live in groups with a leader or dominant individual. So do many other animals. How does power shift from one…
Continue ReadingRecord 43-year sentence for insulting Thai monarchy sends a chilling message to activists
A 43-year prison sentence given to a woman by a Thai court for insulting the monarchy could be seen as a “warning shot” to protesters…
Continue ReadingIran’s Rouhani hopes Biden will return to Obama-era nuclear deal as he dubs Trump a ‘tyrant’
Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani has called on United States President-elect, Joe Biden, to return to the 2015 nuclear deal and lift sanctions…
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Bend Park and Rec Board reviews river restoration, off-leash dog area projects
The Bend Park & Recreation board met Tuesday night for an agenda that included discussing and prioritizing a long list of proposed river habitat…
Continue ReadingUtah man faces charges after authorities say he impersonated an officer and stole a doughnut
Daniel Mark Wright, 47, is facing charges after Utah authorities accused him of impersonating an officer, possessing a stolen vehicle and stealing a…
Continue ReadingToday begins 1-20-21, the beginning of a string of palindrome dates
The next ten days are sure to be historic, and it’s not just because of the inauguration. Wednesday marks the beginning of a slew of palindrome…
Continue ReadingUtah authorities accuse man of impersonating an officer and stealing a doughnut
Utah authorities have accused 47-year-old Daniel Mark Wright of impersonating an officer, possessing a stolen vehicle and stealing a doughnut. A…
Continue ReadingAn ASL interpreter for Hawaii’s Covid-19 press briefings has died of the virus
An American Sign Language interpreter who helped keep the deaf community informed during Covid-19 press briefings in Hawaii has died from the virus.…
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Sad update: Young skier injured in Mt. Bachelor crash has died
A 9-year-old boy critically injured while skiing at Mt. Bachelor Saturday afternoon and flown by air ambulance to St. Charles Bend has died, resort…
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Ochoco Irrigation addresses dry conditions with water leasing pilot program
In the Prineville Valley, Ochoco Irrigation District said Tuesday it plans a novel approach to meeting water needs this summer.…
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Trump tells people he’s decided to pardon Steve Bannon as one of his final acts in office
President Donald Trump has decided to pardon his former chief strategist Steve Bannon, in a last-minute decision made only hours before he is…
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‘Uphill battle’: Restaurants that defy orders face rising fines, possible closure
At the Black Bear Diner in Bend, a sign along Third Street, one of the city’s busiest streets, reads: “Open for Dine…
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URGENT – Trump tells people he’s decided to pardon Steve Bannon as one of his final acts in office
(CNN) — President Donald Trump has decided to pardon his former chief strategist Steve Bannon, in a last-minute decision made only hours before…
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Stars on display: Two Prineville women create ‘City of Wishes’
Two women in Prineville are helping wishes become a reality, by putting special stars in everyone’s…
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Bend-La Pine Schools still has dozens of job openings, a week before students return
Bend-La Pine Schools is hiring, and there are more than a few jobs…
Continue ReadingTrump reportedly wants a 21-gun salute for his departure. The military honor has a fascinating history
As President Donald Trump prepares to leave Washington, D.C. for a post-presidential life in Florida, he has indicated that he wants an elaborate…
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