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In its latest estimate, Foro Penal, an independent NGO that provides pro bono legal services to people detained arbitrarily, said more than 800 political prisoners were still behind bars.—
Flora Charner, CNN Money, 10 Jan. 2026
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France had maintained Vinatier was arbitrarily detained and had called for his release.—
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An Israeli military official, who spoke on the condition of anonymity under military rules, said Israel was not indiscriminately knocking down buildings.—
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But instead of cutting through red tape so that officials could use their judgment to get things done, DOGE fired officials indiscriminately, which led only to greater paralysis.—
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As flawed generative AI tools continue to be used carelessly, without the necessary follow-up work of checking for hallucinations, experts warn that agencies like NWS could inflict serious damage to their reputation and authority.—
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Florida has a prohibition on carelessly carrying a gun.—
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The whimsically nostalgic Lenox Spice Village has experienced a resurgence in popularity in recent years as a new generation falls in love with the miniature porcelain Victorian houses.—
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More whimsically, it's known for a friendship between a cheetah and Labrador retriever that had a social media moment.—
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In the video, which is credited to Parade, Nick Jonas can be seen hanging outside the awards show by himself, casually sipping on a water bottle.—
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Keds Square-Toe Mary Jane Sneakers Keds are classics for a reason—they’re casually polished and super wearable.—
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In theory, people investing their money may be closely following certain events, but others could just be randomly guessing.—
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And then randomly pick people up off the street after that.—
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Political factions are steered by big personalities, and politicians jump promiscuously between parties.—
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Other areas will use cluster planting, with trees grouped irregularly and open space between them, mimicking the look of a healthy forest.—
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This is a condition where the heart’s upper chamber beats irregularly and fast.—
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“Capriciously.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/capriciously. Accessed 20 Jan. 2026.
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