The two tribes on the Wind River Indian Reservation in central Wyoming are experiencing a population boom, but the amount of housing hasn’t increased leading to severe overcrowding.
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Trump’s election overshadows energy pipeline protests around the U.S.
Pipelines are center stage in a fight over the nation’s energy future, concerns about climate change and private property rights. Donald Trump’s election means the battles are likely to continue.
For Trump’s secretary of state, buzz centers around Giuliani, Bolton
As diplomats await news of their new boss, all eyes are on Rudy Giuliani, a longtime Trump friend with little foreign policy experience. Former U.N. Ambassador John Bolton is also in the running.
Paul Ryan re-nominated by Republicans as Speaker
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After powerful quake, tourists, residents (and cows) stranded in New Zealand
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