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For fan who caught Albert Pujols' 703rd HR, major joy and minor controversy

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One of the neatest pieces of Cardinals memorabilia isn't in Cooperstown or the team museum — it's safe in a safe at a home in rural Clinton County. 'It's something that I immensely enjoy having,' said Mike Hutcheson, 55, who was raised in Belleville and now lives near Trenton.

Pistons squander 14-point lead to suffer 142-131 loss to Clippers in overtime

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DETROIT — After two days off due to the Christmas holiday, the Pistons hoped their recent third-quarter woes would not follow them into Monday's matchup against the LA Clippers. It appeared as if that wouldn't be the case and more of the same would transpire as the Clippers piled on a 15-point lead five minutes into the second half.

Taiwan extends mandatory military service amid China tension

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Taiwan announced it is extending its compulsory military service to one year from the current four months, a signal to Beijing and Washington it is serious about defending itself. President Tsai Ing-wen said at a press briefing Tuesday in Taipei that the change coming in 2024 was necessary to ensure international support and that China’s expansionism threatened regional stability.

Pressure mounts on Biden administration for decision on giant Willow oil field project in Alaska

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A major oil prospect on federal land in Alaska is hanging in the balance as pressure mounts on the Biden administration for a final decision to approve, or reject, the project. Conservation groups and climate activists have urged the administration to deny ConocoPhillips the permission it needs to build the $8 billion Willow oil project.