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People line up outside the Oakland, California federal courthouse ahead of opening arguments in the trial that four state attorneys general are bringing against Meta Platforms, Inc.
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'Profits won.' The child safety trial against Meta kicks off in federal court
John Ruwitch
Opening arguments are underway in a trial that pits four states against the company that owns Facebook and Instagram. They allege that Meta knew its products could hook kids — and lied about the danger.
South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, center, speaks during a cabinet meeting at the presidential office in Seoul, South Korea, Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026.
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S. Korea stresses US alliance amid confusion over Trump drill cut
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The grueling fight over who profits from AI music
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Racers a few moments after the start line at Mt. Tabor Park during the 27th Portland Adult Soap Box Derby on August 15, 2026 in Portland, Ore.
Celeste Noche for NPR
In Portland, this soap box derby combines downhill speed with extreme pageantry
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Permian Basin community seeks fix for radium in its drinking water
Utilities serving thousands of Texans exceed legal limits for radium.
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