In China’s global lending spree, the US has been the biggest beneficiary, study finds
By Simone McCarthy, CNN Beijing (CNN) — Washington has spent years warning countries about the dangers of accepting Chinese loans. But over the…
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Taiwan rolls out handbook on how to prepare for natural disasters – and a Chinese invasion
By Wayne Chang, CNN Taipei (CNN) — Taiwan’s 23 million inhabitants will receive a booklet this week on how to survive natural disasters and…
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Monkeys, meth and mesh bags: Thai police arrest two for alleged animal trafficking
By Kocha Olarn, Lex Harvey, CNN (CNN) — Thai police have arrested two men after they intercepted a pickup transporting dozens of monkeys inside…
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New shop Pika Pika brings cute collectibles to downtown Bend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ)– A new shop in downtown Bend is bringing sparkle and a dose of Japanese-inspired charm to the local retail scene. Pika Pika sells…
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Runaway goat wrangled by officer, search for owner underway
(Update: Added Video) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Prineville police found themselves handling an unusual call this week after officers wrangled not…
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Bend expands Safe Parking Program with three new sites for homeless individuals
(Update: Adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The City of Bend is expanding its Safe Parking Program by introducing three new designated sites to…
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Update: St. Charles will ask OHA to reconsider decision, says many factors in 26% cost jump were beyond its control
An Oregon Health Authority report released Monday said costs for insured patients at Central Oregon’s St. Charles Health System jumped 26.3% in 2023,…
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Six Central Oregon teachers among dozens awarded Creative Educator Grants by SELCO Credit Union
Update: Adding video EUGENE, Ore. (KTVZ) — SELCO Community Credit Union has awarded more than $80,000 to 40 Oregon educators,…
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Costs more than double to rebuild vital Baltimore bridge destroyed by cargo ship
By Michelle Watson, CNN (CNN) — The expected price tag to rebuild Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge – which collapsed in March 2024,…
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‘Weird Al’ Yankovic will return to the Bend stage in 2026 on his 90-stop ‘Bigger & Weirder Tour’
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — If the third time is the charm, Central Oregon fans of longtime comedic musician “Weird Al” Yankovic will be happy to learn that…
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Rep. Janelle Bynum, Florida Republican introduce bill to address shortage of home appraisers, boost housing access
Update: Adding video WASHINGTON (KTVZ) — Rep. Janelle Bynum, D-Ore., and Byron Donalds, R-Fla., said Monday they have introduced the…
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Is the US targeting a Venezuelan cartel that may not technically exist?
By Michael Rios, Katie Bo Lillis, Priscilla Alvarez, CNN (CNN) — As the Trump administration ramps up the pressure on Venezuela’s President…
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Civil rights leader Jesse Jackson to be removed from the ICU but will remain hospitalized
By Amanda Musa, CNN (CNN) — Civil rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson remains in stable condition on Monday and will be moved out of the ICU later…
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Cambridge Dictionary’s 2025 word of the year captures an ‘unhealthy’ modern phenomenon
By Jack Guy, CNN London (CNN) — Cambridge Dictionary has named its word of the year for 2025, alighting on “parasocial,” used to describe a…
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DAWNS House founder Dawn Holland issues apology at sentencing for stealing over $300K from organization
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The founder of a Bend nonprofit that provides housing for women recovery from addiction issued an apology and shared her own…
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Trump’s plan for Gaza endorsed by UN Security Council
By Billy Stockwell, Jennifer Hansler, CNN (CNN) — The UN Security Council passed a US-drafted resolution Monday that aims to move beyond the…
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By Daniel Wine, CNN 👋 Welcome to 5 Things PM! How well do you remember the past decade? We put together a little quiz in honor of the 10-year…
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OSU researchers develop first-ever common language for cannabis and hemp aromas
Update: Adding video CORVALLIS, Ore. (KTVZ) – Oregon State University researchers say they have taken a significant step toward creating a…
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St. Charles opens new community pharmacy in Prineville
Update: Adding video PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — St. Charles’ new Community Pharmacy in Prineville is now open and serving customers, helping to…
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At least 98 Palestinians died in Israeli prisons in two years, Israeli human rights group finds
By Abeer Salman, Lauren Kent, CNN (CNN) — At least 98 Palestinians have died in Israeli custody since October 2023, and the true death toll is…
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