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general
Shin Bet uncovers Bedouin terror cell plotting attacks on police station, Beersheba bus station
The Shin Bet statement further detailed an attack that was planned on a Beersheba nightclub that was uncovered following the arrest and interrogation of Israeli citizen Abdullah Jarjawi.
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politics
US envoy Huckabee's senior advisor allegedly skewed West Bank reports to favor Israel- NYT
The NYT report accuses Milstein of enabling an alleged annexation effort of the West Bank by assisting in the acceleration of Israeli settlements in the region by suppressing negative reports.
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entertainment
WATCH: Mia Goth, Nana Patekar, Halle Berry's daughter: Here's what's trending
ABC News' Rocsi Diaz takes a look at what's trending, including Goth filing for divorce from Shia LaBeouf, and Indian cinema losing a giant.
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Russia says all clear after contact tracing in reported plague case
Russia has not confirmed that the woman died of plague, saying she had "community-acquired pneumonia" instead.
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entertainment
What Man City charges anger Liverpool before Premier League game?
Clubs reportedly want reimbursements after Man City charges - one of those, Liverpool, are first opponent in fallout.
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science
USS Lincoln docks in San Diego Bay following scrutinized 322-day deployment
Families of crewmembers arrived hours ahead of the carrier’s return after reported suicide attempts, dwindling supplies and harsh conditions became synonymous with its deployment.
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general
Playoffs on the line as Lions host Redblacks
The B.C. Lions and Ottawa Redblacks have had very different seasons.
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Hegseth says execution of Fort Hood shooter will be a public event
Officials clarified execution by firing squad of Nidal Hasan, army psychiatrist who killed 13 people, will be livestreamed Pete Hegseth has said the execution of Nidal Hasan, the former army…
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entertainment
Oscar-winning Russian filmmaker says parents quietly support his work
Pavel Talankin, the Russian documentary filmmaker and the creator of the Oscar-winning film “Mr. Nobody vs. Putin” told VOA’s Russian Service that parents and teachers have privately thanked him for…
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business
NFL urges Supreme Court to look at prediction markets
Presented by PolitiSizeIT {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy PRESENTED BY The Big Story NFL asks Supreme Court to rule on prediction markets The NFL urged the Supreme Court on Thursday to…
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general
Sailors aboard USS Lincoln reunite with loved ones after months at sea
The USS Abraham Lincoln returned home to San Diego on Thursday after a more than 10-month deployment that took it to the Middle East. CBS News national security contributor Joe Zacks joins "The…
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politics
Hong Kong rejects US downgrade to lowest tier in human trafficking report
The United States has downgraded Hong Kong to the lowest tier in its annual human trafficking report, citing shortcomings in prosecutions and victim identification, an assessment the city’s government…
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entertainment
Trump awards Musk and other tech titans National Medals of Science
President Donald Trump joined some of America’s most powerful tech leaders Thursday at a summit the White House billed as the start of a “golden age” of American science.
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politics
Hegseth says Fort Hood shooter's execution will be made public
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the public will be able to watch the firing-squad execution of Nidal Hasan, the ex-Army major who was convicted of killing 13 people at Fort Hood in 2009.
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Donor claims Kimberly Guilfoyle pushed him to wire $100,000 for Trump administration access
A businessman who claims U.S. Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle asked him to wire her $100,000 says he's sure it was "pay to play." CBS News senior White House correspondent Weijia Jiang…
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politics
Democratic senator says Hegseth trying to hide costs of Iran war from US public
Chris Murphy says Pentagon blocked him from military base in Qatar and Iran strike on US embassy in Riyadh far worse than public led to believe The US senator Chris Murphy said the Pentagon blocked…
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politics
Vance suspends Microsoft from a green card program to crack down on alleged fraud
Vance singled out Microsoft, accusing the company of fraud.
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politics
DOJ trying to indict former Mark Meadows aide Cassidy Hutchinson
Hutchinson, a former aide to White House chief of staff Mark Meadows, drew the ire of Trump's base when she testified in 2022 before the House Jan. 6 committee about Trump's actions that day.
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Minnesota demands answers in Medicaid fraud fight with Trump
Click in for more news from The Hill {beacon} Healthcare Healthcare The Big Story Minnesota demands answers in Medicaid fraud fight with Trump The Trump administration is escalating its Medicaid fraud…
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politics
A looming Social Security debate: From the Politics Desk
Welcome to From the Politics Desk, a daily newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team’s latest reporting and analysis from the White House, Capitol Hill and the campaign trail.
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politics
Johnson floats return to Louisiana if GOP loses majority in midterms
Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) floated the idea of returning home to Louisiana if Republicans lose control of the House next year. “Heaven forbid, if we lose this majority or whatever, I don't know what…
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technology
Pentagon unveils US$350 million quantum computing push as China rivalry grows
The Pentagon announced on Thursday a new multimillion-dollar initiative for “maintaining American leadership” in quantum computing capabilities amid accelerating competition between the US and China…
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general
National security must not kill Philippines-China academic ties
Educational and cultural exchanges have become a new casualty of rising tensions between the Philippines and China. About 150 Chinese teachers have left the Philippines months after Defence Secretary…
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Spain’s Protesters See ‘Madness’ of Rising Rent and a ‘Martyr’ in Maricarmen
Thousands of protesters marched in Madrid on Thursday, a day after the death of María del Carmen Abascal, an 87-year-old whose eviction became a symbol of the country’s housing crisis.
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business
Tiaki Wai spends $150m on 'dreadful' Seaview stench
The water agency is warning of more odour over the next two weeks during works for its major, years'-long project replacing sludge dryers at the Seaview Wastewater Treatment Plant.
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entertainment
Zach Bryan bought $18m Tennessee estate on 146 acres with recording studio
Earlier this year, Zach Bryan made headlines by purchasing a sprawling estate in Leiper's Fork, Tennessee, valued at $18.25 million. This stunning property boasts nearly 40 acres of breathtaking views…
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technology
SpaceX announces plan to become a ‘major mobile carrier’
SpaceX has acquired a portfolio of low-band spectrum licenses - a move the company says "will pave the way" for its Starlink Mobile service to become a "major" US carrier. When the Federal…
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politics
Trump explains LA, San Diego comments: 'All I was doing was making a comparison'
President Trump lashed out at the media Thursday over its coverage on his comments suggesting Iran could “take out” Los Angeles and San Diego. The president accused the media of reporting that he was…
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business
Starbucks says it’s focused on turnaround after report it explored Chipotle merger
Starbucks said it was focused on its turnaround plan, after a report said that the coffee house chain explored a merger with Chipotle.
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politics
Polls close in Holborn and St Pancras byelection as Labour hopes to retain seat
Contest seen as test of Andy Burnham’s ability to unite Labour voters amid threat from Green party’s Zack Polanski Polls have closed in the Holborn and St Pancras byelection, a contest seen as a test…
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general
IDF officer killed in southern Lebanon, three others injured during operation
Tzapalamus was killed when a Humvee flipped during operational activity in the area of the Litani River.
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politics
Trump envoys, European officials to discuss ‘new ideas’ for Ukraine peace in Miami
US President Donald Trump’s envoys will meet Ukrainian negotiators and European officials in Miami on Friday to discuss new proposals to end Russia’s war in Ukraine, two US sources told AFP. Steve…
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business
Nvidia, Oracle, CoreWeave and other AI stocks sink on OpenAI revenue report
OpenAI has told investors that it hit roughly $50 billion in annualized revenue at the end of September, CNBC confirmed.
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politics
Defence secy talks to German envoy & Greece dy min to widen strategic partnerships
Newly appointed German Ambassador Jasper Wieck met with Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh to discuss defense cooperation. India and Germany aim to strengthen their military and defense-industrial…
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business
Chipotle shares jump after report that Starbucks has explored a takeover
A move by Starbucks to buy the fast-casual Mexican chain would combine two of the most recognizable restaurant brands.
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politics
Trump and Paxton attack Texas Senate candidate Talarico for campaign trail absence
Democrat James Talarico has been off the campaign trail for about a week as he battles the flu – prompting attacks from President Trump and his GOP opponent Ken Paxton.
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science
Unproven ‘cures’ pushed online amid Russia plague concerns
A woman employed at a plague research institute in Russia’s Irkutsk region reportedly died from the disease.
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politics
Epstein survivor Annie Farmer supports drive to remove Les Wexner’s name from OSU campus
The former Ohio State University students who sued the school alleging it failed to protect them from being sexually abused by a campus doctor got a shoutout of support Thursday from one of the first…
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general
Police use tear gas and water cannons on student protestors in Paris
Police fired tear gas and water cannons as demonstrators gathered in Paris to demand more funding and teachers.
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politics
USS Lincoln docks in San Diego, returning home for first time in 321 days
The USS Abraham Lincoln and its more than 4,500 sailors returned home to San Diego on Thursday for the first time in 321 days.
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general
Two dead in drone strikes in Russia's Belgorod region, officials say
MOSCOW, Oct 8 - Two people were killed in Ukrainian drone strikes on Thursday in Russia's border region of Belgorod, regional officials said.
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politics
Inside Elon Musk’s Midterm Spending Spree
This week on “Uncanny Valley,” we discuss where Elon Musk’s PAC is spending millions, the latest ideology Trump claims is dangerous, and the backlash against the designer behind Muse’s logo.
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business
Rideshare insurance fraud in Winnipeg prompts crackdown: MPI
Winnipeg rideshare drivers will face more enforcement to ensure they have the correct auto insurance, after a review found many are operating without the correct coverage.
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politics
Family of immigrant dad fatally shot by ICE files claim against government, saying death was preventable
Silverio Villegas González was killed in a traffic stop after he had dropped off his two young children in a suburb of Chicago.
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business
Trump gives top US science awards to Elon Musk and other tech executives
The National Medal of Science is annually given to scientists and engineers for major contributions in their fields.
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politics
IAF celebrates its 94-year-old glorious journey
Indian Air Force celebrated its 94th anniversary at Hindon Air Force Station showcasing its historical significance. The event featured aerobatics by the vintage Tiger Moth and a display of military…
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politics
Home at last: USS Abraham Lincoln completes record-setting deployment
The USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group returned to its Southern California homeport on Thursday
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politics
Trump Says U.S. Will Not Strike Iran Again Before Midterms as Military Draws Up New Plans
The U.S. military has drafted options for three days of strikes, but in recent months the president has repeatedly vetoed plans to restart the war.
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general
What is the Mecca defence pact?
Saudi Arabia, Turkiye and Pakistan are activating their defence pact to counter attacks from Yemen’s Houthis.
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general
Kremlin: Russia agrees with Rubio that Ukraine conflict is in a stalemate
Oct 8 - Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov was quoted as saying on Thursday that Russia agreed with US Secretary of State Marco Rubio that the Ukraine conflict was in a stalemate.
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politics
Chinese military facility in Laos raises questions about Beijing’s Indo-Pacific reach
New satellite imagery shows Chinese-made light attack aircraft and military vehicles deployed at a newly opened Chinese-supported air facility in Laos, fueling debate among security analysts over…
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politics
Iran scales up Hormuz attacks, raising pressure on Trump as midterms near
Oil shipments have slowed in the face of Iranian attacks after President Donald Trump celebrated restored flows. Such a level of violence has not been seen for months.
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politics
Book excerpt: "Ethel Kennedy: The Extraordinary Life and Bold Legacy"
Kerry Kennedy writes of her mother's inspiring example, from before and after the assassination of her father, Robert F. Kennedy.
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entertainment
This week on "Sunday Morning" (Oct. 11)
A look at the features for this week's broadcast of the Emmy-winning program, hosted by Jane Pauley.
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politics
US State Department restores Israel to highest anti-trafficking ranking for first time since 2021
Justice Minister Yariv Levin called the renewed Tier 1 ranking recognition of Israel’s intensive work against human trafficking.
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politics
Burnham calls on Polanski to reverse Green Party's Zionism motion
The prime minister has intervened in the row over the motion passed by members at Green Party conference.
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politics
Courts facing further disruption as judicial review of new legal aid model delayed
Minister for Justice said talks not appropriate when the regulations establishing the new scheme are subject of a High Court challenge
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science
Pretend you’re sitting at Elizabeth Holmes’ desk on this weirdly detailed website
With over a thousand emails, slides, texts, and documents from the United States v. Elizabeth Holmes trial, Extend engineer Bo Lau created a website that simulates what it might have been like to…
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general
Toronto Zoo sees drop in 2026 visitors due to wildfire smoke, extreme heat
Wildfire smoke along with extreme heat in July is the main culprit, as it depressed visits for the first three weeks of what is a crucial month for the zoo to welcome visitors.
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sports
PNG Chiefs to press ahead with launch despite NZ Rugby court action
The Papua New Guinea Chiefs are standing by their name despite court action taken by New Zealand Rugby.
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politics
Former military secretary alleges attempt to alter official records of Oct. 7 massacre timeline
“What the public is being told is not what actually happened,” he added. “This isn’t my truth. It’s the country’s truth.”
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politics
Arizona congressional candidate reports rape while repairing campaign signs
Democrat Bernadette Greene-Placentia, who is running to represent Arizona's 8th Congressional District, has filed a police report about the August incident.
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politics
France pledges 3,000 substitute teachers after school students vow no let-up in protests
Students have blocked entrances to hundreds of high schools for more than a week over school conditions.
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politics
Trump says U.S. won't attack Iran "at any time" before midterms
President Trump posted on social media Thursday that the U.S. would not attack Iran before November's midterm elections. CBS News correspondent Nana-Sentuo Bonsu reports.
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politics
South Africa protests turn violent amid rage over asylum ruling
Several cars torched and foreign-run businesses forced to shut in Johannesburg's Soweto and coastal city of Durban.
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politics
Black sea and black ops: How exposed is Europe to Ukraine war spillover?
The story’s as underreported as it is consequential for the entire planet: Three Turkish-owned cargo ships out of Ukraine hit in EU waters by suspected Russian drones. One, the Togo-flagged Alfa Watan…
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Men accused of shooting Australian surfer brothers and US friend dead in Mexico to learn fate as trial concludes
Martin and Debra Robinson, the brothers’ parents, will address the court before a Mexican judge hands down the verdict A Mexican judge is expected to hand down his verdict on Thursday in the…
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politics
As UK consulate closes, FM Sa'ar vows Israel will 'take revenge' on hostile countries - exclusive
Foreign Minister Gideon Sa'ar told The Jerusalem Post that Israel will retaliate against countries taking hostile diplomatic action, warning Britain it risks losing influence in Gaza and Jerusalem.
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US will recognize Palestinian state after Trump's term ends in two years, Liberman claims
He also warned that the Palestinians are preparing for an “all-out confrontation” against Israel, claiming that its first stage would take place at the upcoming Palestinian Authority elections.
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Israel assassinated Iran's navy chief over fears he could lead a more dangerous IRGC - exclusive
Israeli officials viewed Alireza Tangsiri as a highly creative and resourceful commander, fearing he could become a more formidable IRGC chief than Ahmad Vahidi, The Jerusalem Post has learned.
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Houthis abduct, indoctrinate kids to believe they are fighting Jews, Yemeni journalist tells 'Post'
A said the Israel-Hamas War had been a “good excuse to recruit,” with videos of the war in Gaza regularly played to children to incite them against Israel.
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general
Israel Katz orders administrative removal of left-wing activists ahead of West Bank olive harvest
The request followed an announcement by the Global Sumud Flotilla that it was recruiting foreign activists to travel to Israel and participate in activities in olive-harvesting areas in the West Bank
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politics
Second mass stabbing attack carried out, filmed in Poland in 'grim copycat phenomenon'
"We are facing an extraordinary situation... for the first time, we are dealing with a killer who wore a helmet-mounted camera, intending to film the knife attack," said Prime Minister Donald Tusk.
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politics
A check is not a plan for improving the FAA
Former FAA air traffic controller Vincent E. Bianco III argued that Congress should approve Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy's $30 billion modernization request only if it includes strict…
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entertainment
The imagination that began it all: The Persian-Jewish poet bringing Genesis back to life - opinion
Does an identity gain strength by filtering out every external influence, or by encountering another culture without losing its own essence?
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business
Sports gambling seeps even deeper into Wall Street's world as hundreds of pro team ETFs emerge
Sports teams are big businesses, but new exchange-traded funds that allow investors to bet on MLB and NHL team performance look more like gambling, experts say.
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general
Cornell frat member "didn't do anything ... to be remorseful about," attorney says
Gillio Lopes has maintained his interaction with Jane Doe was consensual, including when they had sex that night.
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business
French finance minister warns of 'irrevocable' Brexit impact
French Finance Minister Roland Lescure said on Thursday that he would welcome the UK rejoining the European Union, but warned Brexit had "irrevocable" consequences.
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politics
Houthis ramp up missile attacks on Riyadh as Saudi-backed war in Yemen widens
The conflict, now an overspill of the US-Iran war, has added new chaos to a region already aflame, and threatens to draw other states into grueling mountain fighting.
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politics
Up to 50 Scottish police officers suspended over alleged crimes against women, says chief constable
Chief Constable Jo Farrell says more officers are likely to face action as officers are re-vetted.
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general
Two Latvian men arrested on suspicion of trespass at RAF base in Cambridgeshire
Police say they apprehended the suspects at about 02:00 while they inside the perimeter.
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politics
Why ‘vertical farming’ is not a fix for our food system
The Canadian government launched its first-ever National Food Security Strategy in June 2026. The strategy aims to invest $750 million to increase year-round Canadian production of fruits and…
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politics
Arizona congressional candidate says she was raped while fixing campaign sign
Bernadette Greene-Placentia, a democratic candidate for Congress in Arizona, told the Phoenix New Times that she was sexually assaulted while she was fixing a campaign sign in the middle of the night…
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politics
CNN, MS NOW, Politico back in court to fight White House ban
Lawyers for CNN, MS NOW and Politico will be back in court as the legal battle continues over President Trump's decision to ban their reporters from the White House.
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general
Accused Cornell student pushes to remove New York AG as special prosecutor
The fraternity member's attorney said James' social media post "demonstrated a bias and presumption of guilt" of his client.
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entertainment
U.S. suspends Microsoft, Adobe from green-card labor program in foreign worker crackdown
Labor Secretary Keith Sonderling cited "multiple active federal investigations" around the two companies' involvement in the program Thursday.
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entertainment
Live updates: Vance lays out work visa penalties for Microsoft, Adobe; Trump media ban returns to court
Vice President Vance on Thursday announced the Trump administration is penalizing Microsoft and Adobe, among other firms, alleging fraud in its use of H1-B work visas. The tech giants will no longer…
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sports
Isaias strengthens into a hurricane as it continues moving toward Gulf Coast
The storm becomes the first Atlantic hurricane of the season, the latest first hurricane on record, on Thursday.
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politics
Trump’s attempt to ban CNN, Politico, and MS Now from White House to be heard in court – live
Federal judge who issued temporary restraining order on the media ban will hold hearing at 11am ET Sign up for the US Breaking News email Donald Trump has urged James Talarico, the Democratic nominee…
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politics
Inflation on many everyday items was entirely due to tariffs, NY Fed says
Tariffs added 2.9 percentage points to inflation in 67 categories of goods by February 2026, researchers at the New York Federal Reserve found.
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general
Lufthansa, Air India suspend flights to Riyadh after Houthi attacks
Oct 8 - Lufthansa Group airlines and Air India will suspend flights to Riyadh, they said on Thursday, as Yemen's Iran-aligned Houthis renewed threats against airlines after claiming an attack on the…
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politics
NASA, Energy Department Advance New Era of Nuclear-Powered Exploration
As the Golden Age of deep-space exploration begins, NASA and the U.S. Department of Energy are advancing the development of safe, reliable, next-generation nuclear technologies for space. Together…
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politics
Trump aide's daughter pictured with pro-Russia politician
Katie Wiles is a partner at the political lobbying firm Continental Strategy. A spokesperson for the firm acknowledged to CBS News that Wiles had taken the trip to Republika Srpska but on business for…
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general
Houthi strikes rattle Riyadh, disrupt flights as Saudi Arabia rallies allies
Turkey and Pakistan have sent weapons systems and provided intel to help Saudi Arabia fight the Houthis.
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politics
US deportations to African countries unlawful and exploit suffering, rights group says
More than 500 migrants have been expelled from the US to African countries, HRW says, citing US data.
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politics
Venezuela's ex-leader Nicolás Maduro charged with conspiracy to commit torture
The new accusations relate to the alleged torture of US citizens held in Venezuela while Maduro was in power.
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technology
10-year Treasury yield rises as Fed's Waller says more hikes needed, investors await 30-year auction
U.S. Treasury yields climbed higher on Thursday as investors eagerly awaited the long-dated bond auction later in the day, after strong sales of 10-year notes.
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politics
US bars Microsoft, Adobe, and major IT firms from green card program for skilled foreign workers
The other firms being suspended from the program include Capgemini, Cognizant, HCL, Infosys, Tata, and Wipro.
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technology
Lufthansa, Air India suspend flights to Riyadh airport after Houthi attacks
Lufthansa Group and Air India will suspend flights to Riyadh, they said on Thursday, as Yemen's Houthis claimed an attack on the Saudi capital's airport. A Lufthansa spokesperson said the German…
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entertainment
WATCH: Panda-monium at the Zoo Atlanta
Giant pandas Ping Ping and Fu Shuang are getting settled in at Zoo Atlanta as they gear up for their big debut.
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