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Scandals

WATCH: Instagram weightlifting star accused of 'fake plates,' 'fake butt'
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Trade

Port of Philadelphia getting first U.S. shipment of Brazilian beef in 13 years
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UFC

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Olympics

One of 'Final Five' U.S. Olympic gymnasts will be headed to Wawa after Rio

Olympics

WATCH: Olympic commentator compares booing at volleyball match to 'being in Philadelphia'
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Zika

WHO rejects call to consider postponing Rio Olympics due to Zika

Zika Virus

Pregnant obstetrician takes her own advice, but travel bookings to Zika-hit countries on par

Deals

Fliers get 90 percent off fares thanks to American Airlines glitch
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Politics

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