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What do we know about U.S. counterterrorism spending? Not much.

Sep 10, 2021
Some of the spending is classified, while there's also been a lack of transparency.
Travelers are screened by Transportation Security Administration workers at a security check point at O'Hare Airport on June 2, 2015 in Chicago, Illinois.
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German bombing suspect tried to manipulate stock, officials say

Apr 21, 2017
He bought put options for the publicly traded Borussia Dortmund soccer team.
Police reconstruct the scene of the Dortmund bus bombing.
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It's OK to play Pokemon Go while the world is burning

Jul 17, 2016
Pokemon Go isn't just a trivial distraction. It's the joy and community we need.
Millions have downloaded the Pokemon Go app since its launch, making it one of the most popular mobile games of all time.
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