The memo came from Brandon Williams, the head of the National Nuclear Security Agency, which carries out U.S. nuclear tests.

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It's Thanksgiving Day in Dallas as the Kansas City Chiefs travel to the Lone Star State for a battle with the Dallas Cowboys.

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Hoda Kotb's former "Today" show co-anchors Savannah Guthrie and Al Roker are expected to host the Macy's Thanksgiving Day ...