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Can Puerto Ricans vote in the presidential election? What role do US territories play in elections?
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Can Puerto Ricans vote in the presidential election? What role do US territories play in elections?

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Why do the betting odds decisively favor Trump in what appears to be a ‘coin flip’ election?
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Why do the betting odds decisively favor Trump in what appears to be a ‘coin flip’ election?

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Why is the US presidential election held on a Tuesday in November?
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Why is the US presidential election held on a Tuesday in November?

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When and how is the call made to declare a winner on election night?
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When and how is the call made to declare a winner on election night?

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North Carolina’s hurricane damage is not just limited to destroyed homes, but contaminated water systems, experts say
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North Carolina’s hurricane damage is not just limited to destroyed homes, but contaminated water systems, experts say

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Jewish Americans back Harris over Trump by 2-to-1 margin, new research shows

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Jewish Americans back Harris over Trump by 2-to-1 margin, new research shows

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What changes can Florida residents expect to their insurance policies following the recent hurricanes?
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What changes can Florida residents expect to their insurance policies following the recent hurricanes?

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Is Tampa prepared for the devastating impact of Hurricane Milton?
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Is Tampa prepared for the devastating impact of Hurricane Milton?

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With less than 30 days before Election Day, what are Harris’ and Trump’s paths to victory?
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With less than 30 days before Election Day, what are Harris’ and Trump’s paths to victory?

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 The UK plans to ban TV junk food advertising before 9 p.m. Could it cut child obesity levels?
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 The UK plans to ban TV junk food advertising before 9 p.m. Could it cut child obesity levels?

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Europe wants tighter border controls. Northeastern research looks at Italy’s political attitudes toward migration
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Europe wants tighter border controls. Northeastern research looks at Italy’s political attitudes toward migration

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Walz-Vance debate: Who came out on top? Hear what the experts had to say

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Walz-Vance debate: Who came out on top? Hear what the experts had to say

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