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Christine Blasey Ford, the woman accusing Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh of sexually assaulting her at a party 36 years ago, testifies during his Senate Judiciary Committee confirmation hearing on Thursday.

WATCH LIVE: Kavanaugh, Ford Testify About Sexual Assault Allegation

Supreme Court nominee Brett Kavanaugh faces accusations of sexual misconduct. Christine Blasey Ford, one of the accusers, is addressing the Senate Judiciary Committee. Kavanaugh will testify after.

An Iraqi protester waves a national flag while demonstrating outside the burnt-down local government headquarters in the southern city of Basra on Sept. 7, during demonstrations over problems including poor public services.

Months Of Protests Roil Iraq's Oil Capital Basra

Iraqis have been protesting over faltering public services and lack of jobs in Basra, the country's main port city and the heart of its southern oil fields.

The Senate Judiciary Committee hearing room is prepared for Thursday's planned testimony from Christine Blasey Ford and Judge Brett Kavanaugh.

Kavanaugh And Ford Will Testify Today. Here's What You Need To Know

Brett Kavanaugh's Supreme Court nomination was sailing through until Christine Blasey Ford came forward with a sexual assault allegation. Get caught up on what's led to Thursday's hearing.

Trading Races, a new game by Kenyatta Forbes, asks players to talk about what it means to be black.

A New Card Game Asks, 'Who's Blacker?'

What does it mean to be black? What does it mean to be blacker?

Tessa Virtue and Scott Moir of Canada perform during the ice dance free program.

Canadians Burn Up The Ice, Shib Sibs Win Bronze In 'Incredible' Ice Dance Final

"This was an incredible ice-dance event," Maia Shibutani said, of a competition marked by high scores and high drama — and an electric program by Canadian legends Tess Virtue and Scott Moir.

A person holds up a ballot during a protest in front of the Economy headquarters of Catalonia's regional government in Barcelona on Wednesday, during street protests against raids by Spanish police. The region plans to hold a referendum on independence on Oct. 1, over the objections of Madrid.

Spanish Police Detain Catalan Politicians Ahead Of Independence Vote

Spain considers the Catalonian referendum, set for Oct. 1, to be illegal. Spanish police raided government offices and detained at least a dozen separatist leaders, prompting street protests.

Mac Miller performs a Tiny Desk Concert on Aug. 1, 2018.

The Best Tiny Desk Concerts Of 2018

Watch 25 of the year's greatest, most surprising Tiny Desk performances, featuring just a sampling of the gifted artists who passed through NPR Music's office this year.

<em>Tyrannosaurus rex</em> jaws generated 8,000-pound bite forces and let the creature eat everything from duck-billed dinosaurs to triceratops.

Tyrannosaurus Rex's Bite Force Measured 8,000 Pounds, Scientists Say

"That's like setting three small cars on top of the jaws of a T. rex — that's basically what was pushing down," a researcher says. Humans bite with a measly 200 pounds of force.

Alex Fuller (left) and Candace Parker of the Tennessee Lady Volunteers celebrate their 64-48 win against Stanford in the 2008 National Championship Game.

For First Time Since 1985, Tennessee Women's Basketball Team Out Of Top 25

The Lady Vols' 31-year run in The Associated Press women's basketball top 25 rankings ended Monday. Under former head coach Pat Summit, the program morphed into a dynasty.

Hamas leader Yehiyeh Sinwar speaks with protesters at the Gaza Strip on April 20.

Hamas Leader Implies 'Hundreds Of Thousands' Of Palestinians May Breach Israel Border

"What's the problem with hundreds of thousands breaking through?" Hamas' Gaza leader Yehiyeh Sinwar told international reporters Thursday. The border fence, he said, was not a "sacred cow."

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