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HBO Says It Was Hacked, Some Programming Stolen

Hackers claim to have stolen information related to HBO's Game of Thrones, allegedly including written material from an upcoming episode. HBO has confirmed a hack occurred, but not what information was acquired. Here, Samwell Tarly (John Bradley) sits with some written material of his own. Helen Sloan/courtesy of HBO hide caption

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HBO Says It Was Hacked, Some Programming Stolen

Entertainment Weekly reports that the alleged hackers also claim to have "written material" from an upcoming Game of Thrones episode, but haven't proved it. HBO won't confirm what material was stolen.

What's Keeping Asian-American Lawyers From Ascending The Legal Ranks?

While the number of Asian-American lawyers and law students increased greatly in recent decades, there are still few Asian-American lawyers in top positions in the legal field. Tawatdchai Muelae/Getty Images/iStockphoto hide caption

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What's Keeping Asian-American Lawyers From Ascending The Legal Ranks?

While the number of Asian-American lawyers and law students increased greatly in recent decades, there are few Asian-American lawyers in top positions in the legal field.

Watchdog Group Files Complaint Over Google Tracking In-Person Purchases

Google CEO Sundar Pichai delivers the keynote address at the Google I/O 2017 Conference at Shoreline Amphitheater on May 17 in Mountain View, Calif. Google's new tool for tracking how online ads connect to in-person sales has been criticized by a privacy watchdog group. Justin Sullivan/Getty Images hide caption

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Watchdog Group Files Complaint Over Google Tracking In-Person Purchases

Using search and app data, combined with third-party credit card records, Google can link online ad viewing to purchases at physical stores. User privacy may be at risk, an advocacy group says.

In Wake Of 'Sham Election,' U.S. Sanctions Venezuelan President Maduro

Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro celebrates the results of Sunday's referendum to elect members of his constituent assembly. For this "fundamental assault on the freedoms of the Venezuelan people," the U.S. Treasury announced sanctions on Maduro on Monday. Ronaldo Schemidt/AFP/Getty Images hide caption

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In Wake Of 'Sham Election,' U.S. Sanctions Venezuelan President Maduro

The move freezes "assets of Nicolas Maduro [that are] subject to U.S. jurisdiction," the Treasury Department says. It's only the fourth time the U.S. has imposed sanctions on a sitting head of state.

Hobby Lobby agreed earlier this month to a forfeiture of smuggled artifacts.

Hobby Lobby agreed earlier this month to a forfeiture of smuggled artifacts. Holly Hildreth/Moment Editorial/Getty Images hide caption

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Israeli Authorities Arrest Antiquities Dealers In Connection With Hobby Lobby Scandal

Israel's Antiquities Authority says the dealers, arrested early Sunday morning, were involved in sales of antiquities to Hobby Lobby — including items that U.S. authorities determined were smuggled.

Israeli Authorities Arrest Antiquities Dealers In Connection With Hobby Lobby Scandal

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Former Arizona Sheriff Joe Arpaio Found Guilty

Former Arizona Sheriff Joe Arpaio has been found guilty of criminal contempt, stemming from a 2011 racial profiling case. Arpaio faces a maximum of 6 months in jail and a monetary fine.

Former Arizona Sheriff Joe Arpaio Found Guilty

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Politics

Sally Yates On Pattern Of Political Interference At Justice Department

Former Acting Attorney General Sally Yates, who was fired by Trump, says the president's actions undermine the rule of law and threaten to destroy the independence of the Justice Department.

Sally Yates On Pattern Of Political Interference At Justice Department

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World

Putin Orders Cuts Of U.S. Diplomatic Corps In Russia

Russian President Vladimir has ordered the U.S. to cut its embassy and consulates staff in Russia by 755 people, in retaliation for new U.S. sanctions against Moscow.

Putin Orders Cuts Of U.S. Diplomatic Corps In Russia

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Vietnam War Army Medic Receives Medal Of Honor

President Trump awards Jim McCloughan with the Medal of Honor, 50 years after he saved 20 fellow soldiers over three days during the Vietnam War.

Vietnam War Army Medic Receives Medal Of Honor

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Ex-Sheriff Joe Arpaio Convicted Of Criminal Contempt

Joe Arpaio leaves a federal courthouse in Phoenix earlier this month. The former Maricopa County sheriff was found guilty Monday of criminal contempt, a charge that carries a maximum sentence of six months in jail. Angie Wang/AP hide caption

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Ex-Sheriff Joe Arpaio Convicted Of Criminal Contempt

The former sheriff for Maricopa County, Ariz., was found guilty Monday of willfully ignoring a federal judge's order. The case stemmed from his campaign against illegal immigration.

Country Music And Brain Research Come Together At Nashville Summer Camp

Campers with Williams syndrome on stage at the Grand Ole Opry performing their original song, "I Love Big," with country artist Chris Young in front of a crowd of thousands. Emily Siner/WPLN hide caption

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Country Music And Brain Research Come Together At Nashville Summer Camp

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Researchers in Nashville are tapping into a country music camp to learn more about Williams Syndrome, a rare genetic disorder. Many people who have it love music but don't know why.

Country Music And Brain Research Come Together At Nashville Summer Camp

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To Help Keep Sturgeon Sustainable, Farm And Fishery Work Together

Sturgeon fisherman Bill Ford has filled Ceapa's boat, "Sturgeon Queen," with his morning's catch: a few gillnets full of wild, six- to eight-foot long Atlantic sturgeon from the St. John River. Courtesy of Cornel Ceapa hide caption

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To Help Keep Sturgeon Sustainable, Farm And Fishery Work Together

Because demand for seafood is rising and wild stocks are not, a hatchery owner in Canada is hoping his model of "responsible agriculture" can keep the prized fish both on the menu and in the water.