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Protesters on Jan 6 in Washington D.C.

Jason Andrew for The New York Times

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In the wake of the Supreme Court's ruling on presidential immunity, special counsel Jack Smith has filed a 165-page brief arguing that the case against Donald Trump should proceed. What is the prosecutor's main argument?

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The strike by the dockworkers’ union has halted shipments at U.S. East Coast and Gulf Coast ports. Which of the following is reportedly a sticking point in the dispute?

In addition to pay disputes, the dockworkers' union is concerned that increased automation will lead to job losses and reduced job security. Automation can enhance efficiency, but workers fear it may replace human labor and diminish employment opportunities.

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Which diplomatic action has Israel taken against United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres following his response to Iran's missile attack on Israel?

Persona non grata is a diplomatic term used to indicate that a foreign person is unwelcome in a country. This action is rare and signifies Israel's discontent with Guterres' perceived inadequate condemnation of Iran's actions.

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A doctor pleaded guilty to conspiring to distribute ketamine, which was linked to the death of this actor last year.

Doctor Mark Chavez admitted to distributing ketamine, which contributed to Matthew Perry's death. Perry, famous for his role in 'Friends,' was found with a lethal ketamine concentration. Chavez's fraudulent prescription practices facilitated the supply chain leading to this tragedy.

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Which unexpected event led to the cancellation of over 80 flights at Miyazaki Airport in Japan, which was originally a Navy training field?

The explosion of a 500-pound U.S. bomb from World War II at Miyazaki Airport created a large crater on the taxiway. The airport, originally a military training field, has a history of unexploded ordnance from the era.