Trump flew on Epstein's plane 'more times than previously reported'

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Trump flew on Jeffrey Epstein's private plane 'more times than previously reported' according to newly released files, the president suggests he makes hosting his 'full time job,' and Florida man arrested for stealing 400lbs of avocados to pay for his kids' Christmas presents.

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1 | President Trump flew on Epstein's plane 'more times than previously reported,' new files show

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2 | Trump suggests quitting as president and making 'hosting a full time job' as he gushes over his Kennedy Center performance

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3 | Florida dad accused of stealing 400lbs of avocados from farm to pay for his kids' Christmas gifts

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4 | Melodee Buzzard's mom arrested after 9-year-old's body found: report

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Kevin Costner is facing a new lawsuit after the delay of his upcoming movie Horizon: An American Saga — Chapter 2. The Bodyguard star, 70, is being sued by Western Costume Leasing Company, who had agreed to provide costumes for the film, for breach of contract. They are seeking over $400,000 in damages and fees.

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