Rep. Jim Jordan speaks to reporters as House Republicans hold a caucus meeting at the Longworth House Office Building on Oct. 13, 2023 in Washington. Win McNamee/Getty Images
House Republicans will try, again, to elect a new speaker amid gridlock after McCarthy ouster
House Republicans plan to hold a floor vote to try and pick a new speaker on Tuesday -- exactly two weeks after eight of their members joined the Democratic minority in deposing the chamber's previous leader, Kevin McCarthy.Jim Jordan's rapid rise has been cheered by Trump and the far right. Could it soon make him speaker?
Rep. Jim Jordan has such a reputation as a political brawler that former House Speaker John Boehner once said he’d never met someone “who spent more time tearing things apart.”
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Israel-Hamas war live updates: The latest news
Conditions in Gaza have deteriorated into a "complete catastrophe," aid workers say, as tens of thousands of Palestinians try to flee south. Follow here for live updates.
Some Republicans in talks to cut deal with Democrats in House speaker fight
Moderate members of both parties could come together to push for a different House speaker as the Republican majority struggles to consolidate support behind Jim Jordan.
Senior House Republican says GOP members ready to block Jordan | CNN Politics
A number of House Republicans are in talks to block Rep. Jim Jordan’s path to the speakership as the Ohio Republican tries to force a floor vote on Tuesday, according to multiple GOP sources.
www.cnn.comBiden considering trip to Israel in the coming days, but travel isn't final, according to AP source
President Joe Biden is considering a trip to Israel in the coming days, but nothing has been finalized.
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Jim Jordan still facing at least "10 to 20" holdouts as speaker vote looms, Republicans say
There are at least 10-20 Republicans who remain unwilling to support Rep. Jim Jordan. They're frustrated over the treatment of Rep. Steve Scalise during his speaker bid and still angry over former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy's ouster.
www.cbsnews.comIsrael says it has killed a top Hamas commander
"We did not ask for this war, but we will win it," an IDF spokesperson said.
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Iran warns Israel of regional escalation if Gaza ground offensive launched
Iran warns that any Israeli ground offensive in Gaza could expand the scope of the conflict elsewhere in Middle East.
Gaza humanitarian crisis worsens, but Biden says Israelis "have to go after Hamas"
The war between Israel and Hamas sparked by the Palestinian faction's brutal terror attack has claimed more than 4,000 lives — and the toll continues to climb.
www.cbsnews.comFew Republicans have confidence in elections. It's a long road for one group trying to change that
Keep Our Republic, a grassroots pro-democracy group led by a Republican former state senator, is trying to build trust in elections by hosting forums in small towns throughout Wisconsin.
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Biden warns Israel against occupying Gaza as ground invasion appears near | CNN Politics
President Joe Biden warned Israel against occupying Gaza in one of his most notable public calls for restraint as the Israelis respond to this month’s terror attacks by Hamas.
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If GOP won't unite, Rep. Mike Turner says a deal "will have to be done" with Democrats for new speaker
Republicans have selected Rep. Jim Jordan to be their nominee to be the next speaker.
www.cbsnews.comTrump is crushing his GOP competition in polls — and cash
The former president’s third quarter fundraising haul just further cements the grip he has on the race.
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Trump's rivals scrap for second — in campaign cash as well as polls
Third-quarter finance reports show Trump's GOP opponents relying more on maximum donors than small donors, while Trump's legal troubles drive online contributions.
www.nbcnews.comBiden says a Palestinian state should be established and Hamas eliminated entirely
President Joe Biden said the recent Hamas attacks on Israel are "pure barbarism" and called for the group's elimination in a 60 Minutes interview.
House GOP members introduce bill to block Palestinian refugees from entering US
Republican lawmakers have launched efforts to block the entry of Palestinian refugees and rescind the visas of any foreign national who has espoused terrorist beliefs.
Jim Jordan’s pressure campaign the ‘dumbest thing you can do,’ one House Republican says
Nobody likes a bully, Rep. Dan Crenshaw said.
www.politico.comThe war between Israel and Hamas is testing the Republican Party's isolationist shift
The Republican Party’s White House hopefuls are offering conflicting messages on the growing foreign policy challenges that include the Israel-Hamas war.
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Jordan aims for speaker vote on Tuesday, wants to 'unite the conference'
House Judiciary Committee Chairman Rep. Jim Jordan, R-Ohio, will aim to hold a floor vote to determine the fate of his bid for speaker of the House on Tuesday.
Analysis: Why is so much anti-Palestinian disinformation coming from India?
Amid the Israel-Gaza war, Indian right-wing accounts are among leading amplifiers of anti-Palestinian fake news.
Threats in U.S. rising after Hamas attack on Israel, says FBI Director Christopher Wray
Wray said that Jews and Muslims alike, as well as their institutions and houses of worship, have been threatened in the U.S. and told reporters that the bureau is "moving quickly to mitigate" the threats.
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Manchin and Sinema's fundraising slows as they ponder 2024
The two biggest question marks on the Senate map are sitting on a mountain of cash as they decide whether to run again.
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Iran warns war could expand; China says Gaza offensive is 'beyond self-defense'
Israel's military continued to urge residents to evacuate northern Gaza to the south as it pledged to counter Hamas with "an even greater force."
Health situation is 'dire': Organizations providing assistance as Israeli-Palestinian crisis worsens
If you are looking for ways to help Israeli and Palestinian victims, here is a list of some organizations promoting peace and providing relief.
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Mike Pence campaign to report $620K in debt for Q3 fundraising
Former Vice President Mike Pence's campaign will report $620,000 in debt for the third quarter fundraising period on Sunday.
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Israel-Gaza updates: Israeli forces preparing for 'wide range of offensive plans'
Updates on the Israel-Gaza conflict.
Haley closes in on DeSantis as biggest challenger to Trump
Nikki Haley is increasingly being viewed as the most viable alternative to former President Trump, as Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) continues to struggle to gain traction in the primary. The former United Nations ambassador received widespread praise for her performances in the GOP primary...
Polish election: Right-wing ruling party to lose majority - exit poll
Donald Tusk's centrist opposition has a better chance of forming a coalition if the poll is right.
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George Santos is refunding more money than he’s raising — and belatedly reported debts from 2022
The filing comes as Santos faces legal trouble related in part to his handling of campaign funds and past reports with the FEC.
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Biden says he 'can't hear' heckler during speech at Human Rights Campaign dinner
President Joe Biden joked about a heckler who had been yelling during his Human Rights Campaign National Dinner speech, stating that he could not hear what she was saying.
www.washingtonexaminer.comA Supreme Court dispute over a $15,000 IRS bill may be aimed at a never-enacted tax on billionaires
Charles and Kathleen Moore are about to have their day in the Supreme Court over a $15,000 tax bill they believe is unconstitutional.
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Daniel Noboa elected Ecuador's youngest president
Mr Noboa will be sworn in on 25 November after beating Luisa González in the second round of voting.
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Pence and other long-shot GOP candidates face financial warning signs as 2024 approaches | CNN Politics
Former Vice President Mike Pence has run up debt in his bid for the White House, according to figures released by his campaign Sunday – underscoring the financial hurdle he faces just months before the first contests for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination.
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Which countries have criticised Israeli attacks on Gaza?
From South Africa to Norway, the Middle East to Southeast Asia, calls for an end to the siege of Gaza are growing.
The World Can No Longer Sideline the Israeli-Palestinian Issue. But the U.S. Doesn’t Have to Be the Only Broker.
For years, the U.S. pushed the issue to the sidelines in foreign policy. Insiders say it needs to take center stage again, and there might be a better way to do it this time.
www.politico.comBiden says US troops don't need to be deployed into Israel, but guarantees to 'provide them everything they need'
In a 60 Minutes interview on Sunday, Biden also said the US would provide Israel with everything they need in their war against Hamas.
President's re-election team crows that Biden outraised Trump, DeSantis and Haley
President Biden out raised Donald Trump and his other Republican rivals the past three months, hauling in more than $71 million in fundraising
The Rafah border crossing, on Gaza’s southern border with Egypt, is the only hope for Americans stuck in Gaza hoping to escape war.
Some Americans stuck in Gaza plan to go to the Rafah border crossing when it is scheduled to open Monday. But others say they distrust the government and fear the journey.
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'Get it together': Nikki Haley hits House Republicans for failing to elect a new speaker
2024 GOP presidential hopeful Nikki Haley urged House Republicans to "get it together" and elect a new speaker.
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‘Brutal’: Pence has $1.2 million on hand, with 6-figure debt
Mike Pence is racking up debt and gave his campaign $150,000.
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House Speaker vote expected to be held Tuesday
The House has been without a speaker, who is second in line for the presidency, since Oct. 3, when Rep. Kevin McCarthy was ousted.
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Israel war: Biden backs Israel's efforts but calls an occupation of Gaza a 'big mistake'
In step with his rhetoric in the days following Hamas's massacre last weekend, President Joe Biden was firm in the United States's support for Israel, but he also was clear in differentiating between the militant group and Palestinian civilians, calling a possible Israeli occupation of Gaza "a big…
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‘Squad’ member slammed for pushing misinformation: Instinct was to ‘try to blame the Israelis’
'The Big Weekend Show' co-hosts react to 'Squad' member Ilhan Omar, D-Minn., pushing misinformation on social media about the Israel-Hamas war.
Russia Will Survive a Defeat in Ukraine. It’s Time to Prepare for What Comes Next.
We need to figure out how to harness its power to American purposes in the global arena.
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Fuel reserves at Gaza hospitals likely to run out in 24 hours, UN warns - BBC News
Conditions for people in Gaza are worsening, with water, food, power and medicines in scarce supply.
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Lindsey Graham warns Iran over Israel-Hamas conflict: 'If you escalate this war, we're coming for you'
Lindsey Graham issued a stark warning to Iran, telling Tehran to stay out of the Israel-Hamas war.
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First DeSantis-chartered flights from Israel land in Florida
DeSantis has said President Joe Biden hasn’t done enough to help stranded Americans.
www.politico.comBiden and Democrats report raising $71 million-plus for his 2024 race from July through September
President Joe Biden and the Democratic National Committee raised more than $71 million for his reelection in the three months ending Sept. 30, a strong indication that party donors remain united behind him going into a 2024 race that may feature a rematch with Donald Trump.
apnews.comEx-ambassador named U.S. special envoy for Middle East Humanitarian Issues
David Satterfield will “focus on ensuring life-saving assistance can reach vulnerable people throughout the Middle East."
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Israel war: Graham warns Iran if country helps escalate conflict US will be 'coming for you'
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-SC) warned Iran against helping escalate the war in Israel, saying that if the country does, the United States will be "coming for" them.
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Gazans say Israel renewing water supply a ‘publicity stunt’ as bombs rain
Israel continues its relentless bombing of the besieged Palestinian enclave as it plans a ground offensive.
Khan Younis: A Gaza city on its knees, now with a million mouths to feed
A desperate and destitute tide of humanity has washed into Khan Younis. And there is no help.
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Ramaswamy campaign hauls in $7.4M during the past three months
FOX News Digital has learned GOP hopeful Vivek Ramaswamy raised $7.4 million in the third quarter and overall has exceeded 130,000 unique donors, nearly doubling the third GOP debate requirement.
Who is Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, dubbed ‘a dead man walking’ by Israel?
Long before Hamas militants burst through the Gaza border fence on Oct. 7, Sinwar was seen by Israeli security officials as one of their most ruthless enemies.
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CNN Poll: Americans are deeply sympathetic toward Israelis and see their military response to Hamas attacks as justified | CNN Politics
The American public expresses deep sympathy for the Israeli people and broadly sees the Israeli government’s military response to Hamas’ attacks as justified, according to a new CNN poll conducted by SSRS, and two-thirds are at least somewhat worried the fighting between Israel and Hamas could...
www.cnn.comTom Cotton Says Israel Can ‘Bounce The Rubble’ In Gaza Amid Humanitarian Crisis
The Arkansas Republican essentially said bombing Palestinian women and children is a justified counterattack to Hamas' assault on Israeli civilians.
Putin's visit to Beijing underscores China’s economic and diplomatic support for Russia
Russian President Vladimir Putin is expected to meet this week with Chinese leaders in Beijing on a visit that underscores China’s support for Moscow during its war in Ukraine.
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Congress has 'no positive messages' as Republicans struggle to elect new speaker, GOP lawmaker warns
Dan Crenshaw said there are "no positive messages here" while the House remains without a speaker and GOP lawmakers struggle to unify.
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Former Trump official battles with Al Jazeera after host blames Israel for Hamas attack: 'I'm flabbergasted'
Former White House advisor Jason Greenblatt scolded an Al Jazeera TV host after she characterized Hamas' attack on civilians as a 'consequence' of Israeli settlement policy.
Americans favor continued support for Israel but still sour on Biden's performance overall: POLL
A poll shows Americans favor continued support for Israel but are still sour toward Biden’s performance overall
Give the speaker pro tempore speaker power
It has now been almost two weeks since every Democrat in the House joined eight Republicans in ousting Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) from the speaker’s office. It does not appear that House Republicans are even a single step closer to picking a new leader.
www.washingtonexaminer.comJudge Chutkan to hear arguments over proposed gag order in Trump's election interference case
Federal prosecutors and lawyers for Donald Trump are heading to court to argue over a proposed gag order aimed at reining in the former president’s diatribes on likely witnesses and others in his 2020 election interference case in Washington.
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A $1.4 million speeding ticket surprised a Georgia man before officials clarified the situation
A Georgia man was left reeling after receiving a $1.4 million speeding ticket, but city officials say the figure was just a placeholder, not the actual fine
Majority of Americans say Israel’s response to Hamas attack is justified, CNN poll finds
But the majority also said they feel at least some sympathy for the Palestinian people.
www.politico.comBiden to sell 'Bidenomics' in Rep. Lauren Boebert’s Colorado district
The Monday visit to a wind tower factory marks an escalation of the contrast the White House and the president have tried to draw between his agenda and the Republican opposition.
Cotton blasts Biden administration for 'unpersuasive' and 'disingenuous' arguments regarding Iranian policies
Sen. Tom Cotton (R-AR) criticized the Biden administration for its justification of the $6 billion deal with Iran, which has come under the scrutiny of Republican lawmakers in the wake of Hamas's attack on Israel last weekend.
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Blinken says Arab leaders don't want spillover from Israel-Hamas war; mass evacuation of Gaza surpasses 600K: Updates
Israel has ordered more than 1 million Palestinians to evacuate Gaza, creating a humanitarian crisis that has brought global protests.
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Jeffries says 'informal' conversations have been had about Democratic support for next speaker
House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries (D-NY) said "informal" discussions with House Republicans about Democratic support for the next speaker are "underway" as the House enters its second week without a leader.
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‘From friend to enemy’: Palestinians in Israel suspended from jobs over war
Palestinians in Israel are facing a backlash at work and places of study after the Hamas attack on October 7.
DeSantis goes lean(er) amid campaign cash crunch
The Florida governor took in a little more than $11 million and spent just as much — with another $1 million in unpaid invoices.
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Schumer, Romney rush into Tel Aviv shelter during Hamas rocket attack
Sen. Chuck Schumer said a bipartisan group of U.S. senators visiting Israel was having lunch on Sunday when warning sirens went off.
www.cbsnews.comEuropean Union leaders to hold a summit with Western Balkans nations to discuss joining the bloc
Leaders from the European Union and the Western Balkans will hold an annual summit in Albania’s capital to discuss the path to membership in the bloc for the six countries of the region.
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Biden closed Q3 with more cash on hand than entire GOP field
President Joe Biden's 2024 reelection effort continued its steady fundraising dominance in the third quarter of 2023, according to data published Sunday morning by the campaign.
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Gov. Pritzker blasts slaying of 6-year-old Muslim boy as 'nothing short of evil'
Police in Illinois say the fatal stabbing was motivated by the war between Israel and Hamas.
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Fears rise as 3 maternity units prepare to close in Alabama
The state has one of the country’s highest maternal mortality rates. Now, three hospitals plan to stop delivering babies, putting some pregnant women at even higher risk.
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Blinken says Hamas to blame for foreign nationals not being able to leave Gaza; Egypt ready to help
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken said Hamas was disrupting evacuations of foreign nationals from Gaza, adding he is working on a plan with Egypt and the United Nations.
Urban battle from past Gaza war offers glimpse of what an Israeli ground offensive might look like
An urban battle during the 2014 Gaza war offers a glimpse of what an Israeli ground offensive would look like.
apnews.comHouse Speaker vote expected to be held Tuesday
The House has been without a speaker, who is second in line for the presidency, since Oct. 3, when Rep. Kevin McCarthy was ousted.
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'Three's Company' actress Suzanne Somers dies at 76
Suzanne Somers, the actress best known for her roles in TV comedies including "Three's Company" and "Step by Step," has died, her longtime publicist announced.
Playbook: U.S. makes inroads with Israel, sputters with Egypt
And Jeff Landry wins the Louisiana governor's race, flipping the state to the GOP.
www.politico.comUN aid chief says six months of war in Sudan has killed 9,000 people
The United Nations humanitarian chief says Sudan's war between the military and a powerful paramilitary group has killed up to 9,000 people and created “one of the worst humanitarian nightmares in recent history."
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WASHINGTON — Rep. Jim Jordan and his allies have begun a right-wing pressure campaign against Republicans opposed to electing him speaker, working to unleash the rage of the party’s base voters against any lawmaker standing in the way of his election. Even after Jordan, the hard-right Ohio...
Kari Lake calls independent opponent 'a chameleon' who votes with Biden 'almost 100% of the time'
Arizona Senate candidate Kari Lake has referred to Sen. Kyrsten Sinema (I-AZ), who became an independent last year, a "chameleon" who almost always votes with President Joe Biden.
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National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan says U.S. working on "safe passage" of Americans out of Gaza into Egypt
White House National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan said "we're not going to rest" until U.S. citizens can safely escape the Gaza Strip.
www.cbsnews.comCanadian autoworkers ratify new contract with General Motors, leaving only Stellantis without deal
Canadian autoworkers have voted to ratify a three-year contract agreement with General Motors
Israel war: Nikki Haley predicts that Arab countries will 'blame' US for their own inaction
2024 presidential candidate Nikki Haley said that Arab countries should step up and offer aid to Palestinians attempting to evacuate from the Gaza Strip as the war in Israel continues.
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Nikki Haley is making Vivek Ramaswamy her foreign policy foil. And New Hampshire voters are into it.
Haley’s hits on Ramaswamy during the debates have provided her with a vehicle to showcase her foreign policy experience. She's surged in New Hampshire.
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Leaders from emerging economies are visiting China for the 'Belt and Road' forum
A stream of leaders of emerging market countries are arriving in Beijing for a meeting organized by the Chinese government that will mark the 10th anniversary of its Belt and Road Initiative.
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Glenn Youngkin thinks he has a Republican response to Democrats’ abortion attacks
If it works, it could become a blueprint for the GOP and further elevate Youngkin’s profile.
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Plainfield landlord charged with hate crime in stabbing that killed 6-year-old Muslim boy, injured mom
According to the Will County Sheriff's Office, the two victims were targeted because they are Muslim and because of the ongoing Middle Eastern conflict involving Hamas and Israel.
www.cbsnews.comMuslim boy killed and woman wounded in Illinois hate crime motivated by Israeli-Hamas war
Authorities say a 71-year-old Illinois man has been charged with a hate crime, accused of fatally stabbing a young boy and seriously wounded a woman because of their Islamic faith and the Israel-Hamas war.
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Boebert spent campaign cash at Beetlejuice boyfriend’s bar
The Colorado congresswoman dropped a few hundred bucks at Hooch, a place that hosts drag shows.
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U.S. tackles loopholes in curbs on AI chip exports to China
The new rules will be added to sweeping U.S. restrictions on shipments of advanced chips and chipmaking equipment to China unveiled last October.
Stocks retreat amid Gaza risks as oil hovers above $90
Crude oil held above $90 a barrel, equities slid and the safe-haven dollar was firm on Monday amid heightened anxiety over escalating violence in Gaza and the prospect the conflict could spread beyond Israel and Hamas into the wider region.
Police have Texas State Fair shooting suspect in custody within minutes
The Dallas Police Department had the suspected gunman of a Texas State Fair shooting in custody in under five minutes.
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Israeli foreign minister expects clear, unequivocal condemnation from Vatican over Hamas' attack: reports
Israeli Foreign Minister Eli Cohen issued harsh wards toward Vatican officials for not condemning the Hamas-led attacks on Israel resulting in over 1,200 deaths on Oct. 7, 2023.
Andy Kim overtakes Menendez in fundraising for New Jersey Senate
The upstart challenger outraised his beleaguered opponent, but the incumbent Democrat still has a lot of money in the bank.
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Biden piles cash into DNC, state parties and his campaign in third quarter
The combined Biden re-election campaign and Democratic Party organizations raised $71 million together. The campaign didn’t detail how much it raised specifically.
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McCarthy says he's doing 'everything that I can' to help Jordan become House speaker
Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) has weighed into the House of Representatives' search for its next speaker, stating that he is doing "everything that I can" to get Rep. Jim Jordan (R-OH) the gavel.
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In Hamas’ horrific killings, Israeli trauma over the Holocaust resurfaces
“This is a massacre. This is a pogrom,” said Maj. Gen. Itai Veruv, leader of forces that cleared one of the besieged villages.
www.politico.comHow Israel’s D9R armored bulldozer earned the nickname ‘The Teddy Bear’
The Israeli army is using a modified version of the Caterpillar D9R as they prepare for a full-scale invasion of Gaza. Kurt "CyberGuy" Knutsson explains the armored vehicle.
Transcript: House Intelligence Committee chair Mike Turner on "Face the Nation," Oct. 15, 2023
The following is a transcript of an interview with House Intelligence Committee chair Rep. Mike Turner, Republican of Ohio, that aired on "Face the Nation" on Oct. 15, 2023.
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Transcript: Ret. Gen. Frank McKenzie on "Face the Nation," Oct. 15, 2023
The following is a transcript of an interview with retired Marine General Frank McKenzie, who was commander of U.S. Central Command from 2019-2022, that aired on "Face the Nation" on Oct. 15, 2023.
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Transcript: Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on "Face the Nation," Oct. 15, 2023
The following is a transcript of an interview with 2024 Republican presidential hopeful Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis that aired on "Face the Nation" on Oct. 15, 2023.
www.cbsnews.comTranscript: National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan on "Face the Nation," Oct. 15, 2023
The following is a transcript of an interview with National Secuirty Adviser Jake Sullivan that aired on "Face the Nation" on Oct. 15, 2023.
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Full transcript of "Face the Nation," Oct. 15, 2023
On this "Face the Nation" broadcast, White House National Security Adviser Jake Sullivan and Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis join Margaret Brennan.
www.cbsnews.comRepublican Jeff Landry wins the Louisiana governor's race, reclaims office for GOP
Attorney General Jeff Landry has won Louisiana governor’s seat, fending off a crowded field of candidates.
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Foreign national Palestinians can cross from Gaza into Egypt on Monday, officials say
Israel-Hamas war live updates: Gaza gripped by humanitarian crisis as Israel readies ground attack
www.nbcnews.comGaza humanitarian crisis worsens, but Biden says Israelis "have to go after Hamas"
The war between Israel and Hamas sparked by the Palestinian faction's brutal terror attack has claimed more than 4,000 lives — and the toll continues to climb.
www.cbsnews.comIsrael-Gaza updates: Israeli forces preparing for 'wide range of offensive plans'
Updates on the Israel-Gaza conflict.
Gaza hospitals are overwhelmed with patients and desperately low on supplies as invasion looms
Medics in Gaza warned that thousands could die if hospitals packed with wounded people run out of fuel and basic supplies.
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Hunter Biden investigations drag down belief Joe Biden is acting ethically: Poll - Washington Examiner
Investigations into Hunter Biden are sparking concern about whether President Joe Biden has acted unethically or committed any crimes himself. The president’s son is facing scrutiny from the Justice Department and Republican members of Congress over an alleged criminal scheme involving the...
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House speaker crisis is a symptom of historic Republican divisions | CNN Politics
You might have thought it was a Democrat who recently said that House Republicans were in the “same stupid clown car with a different driver.” And while I’m sure many Democrats feel that way, it was Republican Rep. Dusty Johnson who uttered that memorable phrase.
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Hamas documents reveal plans to target schools and kidnap children: Report - Washington Examiner
Documents recovered from the bodies of dead Hamas militants detail plans to raid Israeli schools and youth centers, kill as many people as possible, and transport hostages quickly into the Gaza Strip, according to a new report. Israeli first responders found the documents, which include a map of...
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Blinken calls for protecting civilians as Israel prepares an expected assault on Gaza
Antony Blinken, the U.S. Secretary of State, spoke to leaders across the Middle East on Saturday.
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4 charts show who will be hit the hardest as pandemic-era benefits end | CNN Politics
Several Covid-19 pandemic-era benefits have recently expired, leaving millions of people without the economic assistance they’ve come to rely on.
www.cnn.comIran warns war could expand; China says Gaza offensive is 'beyond self-defense'
Israel's military continued to urge residents to evacuate northern Gaza to the south as it pledged to counter Hamas with "an even greater force."
Israeli communications minister seeks shutdown of Al Jazeera bureau
Israel's communications minister said on Sunday he was seeking a possible closure of Al Jazeera's local bureau, and accused the Qatari news station of pro-Hamas incitement and of exposing Israeli soldiers to potential attack from Gaza.
In first call with Palestinian president Abbas, Biden discusses support for humanitarian aid to Gaza
President Joe Biden has spoken with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, urging the leaders to allow humanitarian aid to the region and affirmed his support for efforts to protect civilians.
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Trump-backed Jeff Landry wins Louisiana governor's race
The win is a major victory for the GOP as they reclaim the governor's mansion for the first time in eight years.
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Israel, Saudi Arabia will rely on backchannels as peace deal falls apart following Hamas attack: expert
An expert told Fox News Digital that the relationship between Saudi Arabia and Israel will continue to develop in the face of tension following the Hamas terrorist attack.
October 15, 2023 Israel-Hamas war news | CNN
Conditions in Gaza have deteriorated into a “complete catastrophe,” aid workers say, as tens of thousands of Palestinians try to flee south. Follow here for live updates..
www.cnn.comFar from Israel, Jews grieve and pray for peace in Shabbat services held as Israel-Hamas war rages
Jews in communities far from Israel gathered at synagogues this weekend for their Shabbat services, held in the aftermath of Hamas militants' attack on Israel that ignited an ongoing war.
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Mounting debt threatens Mike Pence’s campaign
Pence's 2024 effort has $1.2 million on hand but has built up $620,000 in debt, a major warning sign for a presidential campaign.
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Republicans flip Democrat-held Louisiana governor seat in first major contest ahead of 2024 elections
Republicans have won the race for Louisiana's next governor, avoiding a runoff and flipping the Democrat-held seat in the first major contest ahead of the 2024 elections.
Grandson recounts seeing graphic video of beloved grandmother killed by Hamas terrorists
Yoav Shimoni, 24, recounted to ABC News witnessing video of his beloved grandmother as she was killed by Hamas terrorists in her home.
Israel-Hamas War HIGHLIGHTS: 'Responsibility Is On Me', Israel Security Chief On Hamas Attacks
Israel-Hamas War HIGHLIGHTS: Follow this space for all the live and latest updates on the Israel-Hamas war.
Azerbaijanis who fled a separatist region decades ago ache to return, but it could be a long wait
The sudden capitulation of ethnic Armenian forces in a separatist region of Azerbaijan raises hopes for the return of thousands of people who fled the territory decades ago.
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Israel Hamas War News | Israel-Palestine War Live: Hamas releases two US hostages for humanitarian reasons
Israel Hamas War News | Israel-Palestine Conflict Live: At least 4,137 people have been killed in the Gaza Strip since Israel began bombarding the Palestinian enclave, the Hamas-controlled health ministry said on Friday. The ministry said another 13,162 people have been wounded in the Israeli...
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Rubio urges Biden administration to cancel visas for foreign nationals who support Hamas' attack on Israel
Florida Sen. Marco Rubio is requesting that the Biden administration cancel visas for foreign nationals who support Hamas terrorists' attack on Israel.
Conservative House GOP group links top players in Republicans' speaker fight
The Republican Study Committee was once a fringe group in the House Republican conference, but is now the main link between top players in the speaker race.
Strong earthquake hits western Afghanistan
The quake had a preliminary magnitude of 6.3, the U.S. Geological Survey said.
Middle East on ‘verge of the abyss,’ UN warns as Gaza suffers and Israel prepares for offensive | CNN
Conditions in Gaza have deteriorated dangerously, experts say, with serious shortages of clean water and food as tens of thousands of Palestinians attempt to flee crippling airstrikes and an Israeli ground offensive.
www.cnn.comDaniel Noboa, heir to banana fortune, wins Ecuador’s presidential runoff election
An inexperienced politician and an heir to a fortune built on the banana trade has won Ecuador’s presidential runoff election.
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GOP presidential hopefuls are binging 'Yellowstone,' here's what else they're watching
Presidential hopefuls at the USA TODAY Network Republican Presidential Candidate Town Hall share what TV shows they're watching on the campaign trail.
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'They bombed everything': Palestinian student on her life under siege
Tala Herzallah describes the impact of the Israeli siege on her home.
Israel Gives Gazans Another Window to Flee Southward
Israel told residents of northern Gaza that they had a three-hour window ending at 1 p.m. local time during which the military won’t carry out operations along the main route to the south. “During this window, please take the opportunity to move southward from northern Gaza,” the Israel Defense For
Noted Iranian film director and his wife found stabbed to death in their home, state media report
Iran's state media say an unknown assailant stabbed noted Iranian film director Dariush Mehrjui and his wife to death in their home.
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Liberal groups announce half-billion dollar effort to beef up local news infrastructure ahead of 2024 election
The MacArthur Foundation, which is tied to a Biden administration initiative, is leading a coalition of liberal groups propelling $500 million into local journalism efforts nationwide.
Afghanistan earthquake relief efforts provided with $12 million in U.S. aid
The United States is providing $12 million in "immediate humanitarian assistance" for Afghanistan following multiple devastating earthquakes that killed nearly 1,200 people and leveled villages.
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Photos: Israel at war with Hamas | CNN
On October 7, the Palestinian militant group Hamas launched a brutal assault on Israel, killing more than 1,200 people and kidnapping about 240, according to Israeli authorities. It was the deadliest terror attack in the country’s history.
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Swifties and country: GOP presidential hopefuls share what music they're listening to
Presidential hopefuls at the USA TODAY Network Republican Presidential Candidate Town Hall share what music they listen to on the campaign trail.
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'Reconciliation is dead': Indigenous Australians vow silence after referendum fails
Australian Indigenous leaders called on Sunday for a week of silence and reflection after a referendum to recognise First Peoples in the constitution was decisively rejected.
Increasingly 'irritated' Tim Scott lashes out at Biden, GOP rivals following Hamas attack on Israel
Sen. Tim Scott been spotlighting a positive conservative message as he seeks the Republican presidential nomination, but his tone shifted following the deadly attack by Hamas on Israel
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The US is moving quickly to boost Israel's military. A look at what assistance it's providing
Within hours of the horrific attack by Hamas, the U.S. began moving warships and aircraft to the region to be ready to provide Israel with whatever it needs to respond.
apnews.comBooze, beads and art among unclaimed gifts lavished upon billionaire Illinois Gov. J.B. Pritzker
Governors receive many gifts. They come from fans and admirers, grateful constituents and appreciative advocates.
apnews.comHunter Biden investigations lead to ethical concerns about President Biden, an AP-NORC poll shows
Ethical concerns are casting a shadow over President Joe Biden as he seeks reelection amid investigations into his son Hunter and a presidential impeachment inquiry.
apnews.comIsrael-Gaza updates: Israeli forces preparing for 'wide range of offensive plans'
Updates on the Israel-Gaza conflict.
Jordan faces grim prospects in speaker’s fight after whirlwind week for House GOP | CNN Politics
After a series of setbacks, Republicans ended the week no closer to electing a new speaker as deep internal divisions have left the conference struggling to govern and the House in a state of paralysis.
www.cnn.comIn first call with Palestinian president Abbas, Biden discusses support for humanitarian aid to Gaza
President Joe Biden has spoken with Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, urging the leaders to allow humanitarian aid to the region and affirmed his support for efforts to protect civilians.
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Democrats refuse to help GOP out of House speaker mess, trashing Jim Jordan as an 'insurrectionist'
Democratic leaders spoke on the steps of the Capitol and dialed up their rhetoric against Republicans for nominating a conservative firebrand to be the next House speaker.
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Jim Jordan prepares to bully his way to the speaker's gavel
To win the speaker's gavel, the Ohio Republican might have to embrace the tough tactics he built his reputation on.
www.politico.comA proposed gag order on Trump in his federal election case is putting the judge in a tricky position
A request from prosecutors for a gag order aimed at reining in Donald Trump’s rhetoric is putting the judge overseeing his federal election interference case in a tricky position.
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State of the 2024 Race: Trump may have stepped in it, and Pence highlights the obvious about his 2024 run
The past week in the 2024 White House race: Former President Donald Trump stirred controversy with critical comments in the wake of the Hamas attack on Israel
Israeli army and settler attacks against Palestinians in West Bank increase
At least 55 Palestinians have been killed since last Saturday, and more than 1,100 others wounded.
Judge punishes Rudy Giuliani for flagrant disregard of court orders
U.S. District Judge Beryl Howell said jurors at an upcoming trial will be told that the former Trump lawyer intentionally tried to hide financial documents.
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October 14, 2023 Israel-Hamas war news | CNN
Israel’s military has warned 1.1 million people living in northern Gaza to evacuate amid signs Israel could ramp up its retaliatory offensive against Hamas following the group’s October 7 terror attacks.
www.cnn.comIran's foreign minister warns Israel from Beirut to stop Gaza attacks or risk 'huge earthquake'
Iran’s foreign minister called on Israel to stop its attacks on Gaza, warning that the war might expand to other parts of the Middle East.
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Israel says Hamas commanders who orchestrated surprise terror attack have been killed - Washington Examiner
The two leading Hamas commanders who helped orchestrate the surprise attack on the Gaza Strip last weekend have been killed by Israel Defense Forces, the military group claimed on Saturday. IDF officials killed Ali Qadi, a company commander of the Hamas "Nukhba" commando force, during an...
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Watch: House Dems say GOP 'choosing chaos' with Rep. Jim Jordan speaker nomination
House Democrats wary of GOP surprise speaker nominee, Jim Jordan, claim they are "once again choosing Donald Trump."
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Casualties, kidnapped and more numbers since Hamas' attack on Israel
Thousands have been killed in the war Hamas terrorists began against Israel. As the war has progressed, more causalities have been involved, including men, women and children.
Rep. Mike Johnson plans to launch House speaker bid if Jim Jordan falters
Rep. Mike Johnson of Louisiana is laying the groundwork to seek the speaker's gavel if Rep. Jim Jordan is unable to get the votes needed on the House floor.
A teen's death in a small Michigan town led the FBI and police to an online sexual extortion scheme
FBI Director Christopher Wray has spoken to one of the nation's largest police groups about how his agency works with police around the United States in tackling violent crime, fentanyl and gangs.
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Sen. Marsha Blackburn calls on NSA Jake Sullivan to resign
Sen. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tenn., told FOX News that it is "vitally important" that the U.S. government freeze $6 billion in assets it was prepared to give Iran and called on NSA Jake Sullivan's resignation.
Fuel reserves at Gaza hospitals likely to run out in 24 hours, UN warns - BBC News
Conditions for people in Gaza are worsening, with water, food, power and medicines in scarce supply.
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Trump mischaracterized Israeli role in Soleimani killing, say ex-U.S. officials
"They were never on board with it,” said a former senior White House official, referring to the Israelis. “They always thought it was a dangerous and destabilizing idea.”
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Kennedy family feud cools as RFK Jr.'s independent run rattles Republicans
The stalwart Democratic family had been pressuring Kennedy for months to drop out.
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DeSantis says US should not accept refugees from Gaza | CNN Politics
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Saturday that the US should not accept refugees from Gaza, as tens of thousands flee their homes following an evacuation warning from Israel ahead of a possible ground assault.
www.cnn.comWhile the world is watching Gaza, violence fuels growing tensions in the occupied West Bank
With the world’s attention focused on the war in Gaza, tensions have risen in the occupied West Bank, where 55 Palestinians were killed over the past week in clashes with Israeli troops, arrest raids and attacks by Jewish settlers.
apnews.comInside Trump’s Backroom Effort to Lock Up the Nomination
Not long after the new chair of the Republican Party in Hawaii was elected in May, he received a voicemail from none other than Donald Trump. “It’s your all-time favorite president,” Trump told the chair, Tim Dalhouse. “I just called to congratulate you.” The head of the Kansas GOP received a...
Jim Jordan says he discussed speaker bid with Trump and wouldn't oust Gaetz from GOP caucus
“I talked to the president about this and all kinds of issues,” Jordan said in an interview.
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The Gaza medics who won’t give in to Israel’s evacuation demand
In spite of an Israeli threat that their hospital would be bombed, the doctors of Al Awda just keep saving lives.
Israel-Hamas war updates: IDF is preparing for 'a coordinated attack from the air, sea and land' against Hamas in Gaza
Israel is expected to commence a ground offensive into Gaza after amassing troops at the border this week.
Haley and Ramaswamy's war of words heats up with fresh volleys over Israel-Hamas war
Nikki Haley and Vivek Ramaswamy trade verbal fire over the Hamas attack and the Israeli response, as they battle for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination
Gaza's desperate civilians flee or huddle in hopes of safety, as warnings of Israeli offensive mount
Palestinians struggled Saturday to flee from areas of Gaza targeted by the Israeli military while grappling with a growing water shortage.
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Escaping from Israel, U.S. families take tumultuous flights home after Hamas attacks
On Friday, the Biden administration announced it would charter flights from Israel to European destinations to then book flights home.
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‘Supplies exhausted, doctors exhausted’: In Gaza, catastrophe looms large
With no aid in sight, medics sound alarm over public health disaster as hospitals are crammed and bodies pile up on.
Michael Cohen health issue delays court showdown with Donald Trump
Cohen had been expected to testify next week in a civil fraud case against Trump, who was planning to attend to hear testimony from his former attorney.
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Biden speaks with Netanyahu, Abbas
In both calls, Biden emphasized the need to prevent the conflict from expanding, reflecting widespread concern that other parties might jump into the war.
www.politico.comFierce fighting persists in Ukraine’s east as Kyiv reports nonstop assaults by Russia on a key city
Ukrainian officials have reported intense combat as Russian forces relentlessly assault the eastern Ukrainian city of Avdiivka.
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Trump’s Remarks on Hezbollah and Netanyahu Prompt Bipartisan Outcry
Republican rivals and the White House were among those to roundly condemn the former president for his characterization of the Lebanese militant group.
Jamaal Bowman faces ethics complaint after fire alarm incident - Washington Examiner
Rep. Jamaal Bowman (D-NY) is facing a renewed ethics complaint after the New York Democrat came under tough criticism for pulling a fire alarm in one of the Capitol office buildings ahead of a vote on a critical spending bill last month. The Foundation for Accountability and Civic Trust filed a...
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Republican Jeff Landry will win Louisiana governor’s race, CNN projects | CNN Politics
Republicans will reclaim the Louisiana governor’s office, CNN projects, with state Attorney General Jeff Landry winning a majority of the vote Saturday in the state’s “jungle primary” and avoiding the need for a November runoff.
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Three injured in shooting that prompted evacuation of State Fair of Texas
Injuries were described as non-life-threatening. A suspect was in custody. The fair can draw more than 100,000 people on Saturdays and Sundays.
www.nbcnews.comIsrael-Gaza conflict proves treacherous ground for US politicians
Turbulence caused by the fighting in the Middle East could upend the 2024 presidential race.
Israel-Hamas war updates: Iran tells Israel to stop before ‘it’s too late’
Here are all the developments from the Israel-Hamas war on Saturday October 14, 2023.
Jordan’s plan to win the gavel runs through pressure on the floor and in backrooms - Washington Examiner
Rep. Jim Jordan (R-OH) became the second House Republican to secure the nomination to be the next House speaker this week, but he faces an uphill battle to win the gavel. After Rep. Steve Scalise (R-LA) withdrew from the race following hours of meetings, the conference selected Jordan as its new...
www.washingtonexaminer.comMisinformation about the Israel-Hamas war is flooding social media. Here are the facts
In the days since Hamas militants stormed into Israel, a flood of videos and photos purporting to show the conflict have filled social media.
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Iran warns of 'far-reaching consequences' if Israel not stopped
Iran warned in a social media post on Saturday that if Israel's "war crimes and genocide" are not stopped then the situation could spiral out of control with "far-reaching consequences."
From the frying pan to the fire: Government funding fight awaits next speaker
The next House speaker will be out of the frying pan and into the fire with the likely first order of business a series of federal appropriations bills.
UN will repatriate 9 South African peacekeepers in Congo accused of sexual assault
The United Nations says it will repatriate nine peacekeepers from a South African contingent in eastern Congo who were accused of sexual assault and other abuse.
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Strike on civilian convoy fleeing Gaza: What we know from verified video
Women and children were killed in Friday's strike on vehicles that were heading away from northern Gaza.
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'Scary as hell': Gazan describes fearful nights amid Israeli airstrikes
As Gaza is being hit by Isreali airstrikes, civilians describe the fear of the nighttime.
Sen. Joe Manchin considers independent 2024 run, warns party system could be nation's 'downfall'
Sen. Joe Manchin of West Virginia has benefited from waiting to reveal where he stands as the swing vote in a chamber closely divided between Democrats and Republicans. “I’m having a hard time — I really am,” he said while touring a Charleston metal stamping plant.
Sen. Kyrsten Sinema's campaign fundraising skidded in summer, raising viability questions
As the battle for Arizona's U.S. Senate race was heating up, Sen. Kyrsten Sinema's campaign fundraising cooled.
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FBI director warns of increase in domestic threats related to Middle East conflict
The FBI does not have “specific and credible intelligence indicating a threat to the United States stemming from the Hamas attacks in Israel,” but continues to monitor events as they unfold.
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Analysis: Propaganda, deception, fake news and psychological warfare
The last thing that matters in any propaganda operation is whether there is any truth in it.
Hamas political chief urging Gaza residents to ignore Israeli warning to evacuate
In a televised speech Saturday afternoon, one of Hamas's main political leaders called on Palestinians living in Gaza to ignore Israeli warnings to evacuate...
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Ted Cruz claims risk of terror attack in US ‘higher today’ due to border policies - Washington Examiner
Sen. Ted Cruz (R-TX) said the risk of a terrorist attack against the United States is higher now than at any time since Sept. 11, 2001. Cruz appeared on Maria Bartiromo's Wall Street Saturday to react to the immigration crisis unfolding at the U.S.-Mexico border, including reports that people...
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Hamas terror attack on Israel is 'gift' for Putin's Ukraine push, expert says
Russian President Vladimir Putin has reportedly reached out to both sides of the Israel conflict, but an expert warns that prolonged conflict benefits Moscow.
Video miscaptioned to claim Putin warned US against Israel involvement | Fact check
The clip shows Putin talking about the threat of nuclear war in December 2022, not delivering any warnings to the U.S. amid the Israel-Hamas war.
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Republican Jeff Landry wins the Louisiana governor's race, reclaims office for GOP
Attorney General Jeff Landry has won Louisiana governor’s seat, fending off a crowded field of candidates.
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Israeli forensic teams describe signs of torture, abuse
Around 90% of the military dead have been identified and teams are half way through identifying civilians, said Rabbi Israel Weiss, former army chief rabbi. He said many bodies showed signs of torture as well as rape.
Why Israel’s Pegasus spyware was not enough to stop Hamas
Although Israel has been on the forefront of advance technology that includes softwares like Pegasus, it was caught off guard by Hamas' surprising attack.
3 men dead after a shooting at a party at a Denver industrial storefront
Police say three men are dead after an early morning shooting during a party in Denver
‘Game on’: Jordan racing to secure votes as speaker vote looms
He's signaling he wants to bring up a floor vote on Tuesday but is still short support to secure the speakership.
www.politico.comPence says 'I did my duty that day' on Jan. 6, 2021
Mike Pence spoke to New Hampshire voters in his USA TODAY town hall. See what he said.
Israel and US cannot accept a nuclear Iran amid fears of Tehran atomic breakout: 'red line'
As Israel fights back against a surprise attack from Iran-backed Hamas, experts say it is also critical for the country to prevent Tehran from getting nuclear weapons.
‘We will come from the ground’: Israel’s goals in a ground invasion of Gaza
As an invasion appears imminent, Israel has several reasons – even if lofty – for carrying out such an offensive.
I was a political prisoner in Egypt. The Bob Menendez allegations are appalling | Solafa Magdy
I was held in a dark cell for two years for my journalism. The charges would help explain how the regime has avoided human rights responsibility
Weary families trudge through Gaza streets, trying to flee the north before Israel's invasion
After Israel warned people to evacuate northern Gaza, hundreds of thousands of weary Palestinians had taken to the roads or been forced out by airstrikes.
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Austin and Blinken pledge fulsome support for Israel as concerns about expected ground offensive grow | CNN Politics
The Biden administration underlined its public and fulsome show of support for Israel Friday as two of its most senior national security officials visited the Middle East ahead of an expected Israeli ground incursion into Gaza.
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Vivek Ramaswamy is an outsider. Here's why he says it's a good thing: 5 takeaways in N.H.
Presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy has spent much of the campaign defending himself against critics who say he is too young and arrogant.
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'Extremely difficult': What would be Israel's objectives in an offensive into Gaza?
Former senior U.S. military officials weigh in the challenges of urban warfare.
As war grows, those who want peace for Israelis and Palestinians face harrowing test
A week into war, some peacebuilders in Gaza and the U.S. said they know how to end the conflict in Israel. But some have given up.
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Israel-Hamas war news: Israel warns of broad attack on Gaza City; US death toll rises
About 3,000 people have been killed in Israel and Gaza in the last week following the militant group Hamas' surprise attack and Israel's response.
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Israeli survivors of Hamas terror attack recount harrowing brutality, heroism
In light of the mass killings last week in Israel, survivors are asking how they managed to escape certain death. Three Israelis tell their harrowing stories.
Shorter summer breaks and free tutoring: How some schools are tackling pandemic learning loss | CNN Politics
The significant learning loss experienced during the Covid-19 pandemic coupled with a historic federal investment in K-12 education made the timing ripe for some schools in Virginia, Texas and Indiana to make big changes.
www.cnn.comLack of water worsens misery in besieged Gaza as Israeli airstrikes continue
In the besieged Gaza Strip, 2.3 million people don’t have access to clean, running water because of Israel’s decision to cut off water and electricity to the enclave while pounding it with airstrikes.
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L.A. on the Record: Kevin de León raised more money this quarter than nearly any other city candidate
The latest tranche of city fundraising numbers dropped this week, providing a fresh window into various candidates' war chests and support networks.
www.latimes.comEfforts to form a new union have surged 58% since Biden became president, federal officials say
The National Labor Relations Board said it fielded more than 2,500 union representation petitions in the last 12 months.
Is the Texas Legislature bucking tradition and now taking political cues from Washington?
The Republican infighting that is crippling Congress is finding its way to Texas as the latest special legislative session gets under way.
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Deadline expired for Palestinians to flee Gaza as Israeli troops amass at border
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu declared war with Hamas terrorists following a violent attack on Israel October 7. Palestinian authorities say over 2,800 Palestinians were killed by Israel's relentless retaliatory strikes.
www.foxnews.comUkraine And Israel Share A Horrific Bond. But Many Republicans Say Only One Needs Help Now.
When it comes to Ukraine, many in the GOP demand that help be tied to a win on border security.
Russia-Ukraine war: List of key events, day 598
As the war enters its 598th day, these are the main developments.
Israel warns of new phase in war on Hamas, as Gaza civilians flee and Israeli troops gather near border | CNN
A new phase in Israel’s deadly war against Hamas is coming, Israeli forces said on Saturday, warning that the past week of crippling airstrikes in Gaza could soon be followed by “significant ground operations.”
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‘Get in the Game’: G.O.P. Candidates Plead Their Case to Major Donors
Rivals to Donald J. Trump and their strategists told financiers that time is running out to build up a viable alternative to the former president.
State Dept. authorizes departure of non-essential personnel in Israel
Israel was expected to proceed with its ground invasion of Gaza over the weekend.
www.politico.comHackers attack Guatemalan government webpages in support of pro-democracy protests
Various Guatemalan government webpages have been disabled after hackers launched a cyberattack early Saturday.
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Mike Pence to GOP: 'It's time for adults in the room on Capitol Hill'
Former Vice President Mike Pence suggests stronger leadership in Congress is the solution to a vocal minority of Republicans.
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Protesters arrested outside Schumer's NYC apartment as he has Shabbat dinner with family ahead of Israel trip
New York City Police arrested a number of protesters outside of Sen. Chuck Schumer's apartment on Friday night, according to a spokesman.
Ukrainian finance minister sees ‘tiredness’ among donors - Washington Examiner
Ukrainian Finance Minister Serhiy Marchenko suspects donor nations are getting tired of sending aid to his country. Marchenko was attending the International Monetary Fund and World Bank meetings in Marrakech, Morroco, on Saturday when he made the comments to Reuters. His country is currently...
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Nearly 20 GOP governors urge Biden to 'project American strength' by 'unequivocally' supporting Israel
A group of 19 Republican governors sent a letter to President Biden calling on him to provide "unequivocal support" for Israel amid the attack by Hamas terrorists.
Armenian president approves parliament’s decision to join the International Criminal Court
Armenian President Vahagn Khachaturyan has approved the parliament’s decision to join the International Criminal Court in a move that has further strained the country’s ties with its old ally Russia.
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Trump’s comment that US tax dollars went to Iran, Hamas is incorrect
PolitiFact | No taxpayer dollars were included in the $6 billion in money unfrozen as part of a hostage deal struck between the Biden administration and Iran.
UN head calls on world leaders to condemn ‘Antisemitism, anti-Muslim bigotry’ - Washington Examiner
The United Nations Secretary-General issued a statement Saturday to condemn "bigotry" against Muslim and Jewish people in hopes world leaders will follow. Antonio Guterres posted a video statement to X, formerly known as Twitter, regarding the Israel and Hamas conflict, which has split heads of...
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Exclusive: Taliban to join China's Belt and Road forum, elevating ties
The Taliban will attend China's Belt and Road Forum next week, a spokesman said on Saturday, underscoring Beijing's growing official ties with the administration, despite its lack of formal recognition by any government.
Analysis: What would an Israeli ground assault in Gaza look like? Here’s what I’ve seen before | CNN
Israel’s military has now mobilized 300,000 reservists for what is now widely believed to be an unprecedented incursion into Gaza. What awaits it is a Hamas that has shown a level of military capability far beyond what was previously thought.
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Pfizer slashes full-year earnings and revenue guidance as Covid treatment, vaccine sales slump
Pfizer said it anticipates sales of its Covid treatment Paxlovid and its vaccine will be $9 billion less than it had expected.
Poland prepares to vote in a high-stakes national election with foreign ties and democracy at stake
Poland is holding an election Sunday that many view as its most important one since the 1989 vote that toppled communism.
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In the West Bank, Horror Mixes with Fear of What’s to Come
Checkpoints are up, Koran verses replace music in stores, and residents are bracing for more violence.
www.politico.comMontana judge keeps in place a ban on enforcement of law restricting drag shows, drag reading events
A federal judge in Montana is continuing to block enforcement of a law that puts restrictions on drag shows and bans drag reading events in public schools and libraries.
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Israel prepares ground attack as Gaza battles humanitarian crisis
Seventy people were killed when convoys of evacuees in Gaza were hit by Israeli airstrikes. Israel continued to urge residents to flee south.
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Israel-Gaza war in maps and charts: Live tracker
The latest death toll stands at 42,252 Palestinians and 1,139 people killed in Israel since October 7.
'I did my duty that day': Mike Pence opens up about Jan. 6 Capitol attack
Former Vice President Mike Pence opens up about his role in the Jan. 6 Capitol attack during USA TODAY town hall.
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Jim Jordan wins nomination in GOP's chaotic House speaker battle
House Republicans voted Friday to nominate conservative firebrand Jim Jordan for speaker of the House – the latest twist in a chaotic battle for speakership.
Tommy Fury beats KSI in cruiserweight contest
Tommy Fury beats fellow social media star KSI on points in their boxing fight in front of a capacity 20,000 crowd at Manchester's AO Arena.
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Louisiana considers creating hunting season for once-endangered black bears
A resurgence in Louisiana’s black bear population has sparked discussion among state officials about a hunting season for the animal, which was removed from the endangered species list in 2015.
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Capitol Hill rollercoaster: Jordan clinches speaker nomination but still battles for the gavel
After a rollercoaster week and much deliberation within the conference, the House GOP selected Judiciary Committee chairman Jim Jordan of Ohio as their next horse in the speaker race.
Israel war: Tracking the history of Palestine-Israel conflict - Washington Examiner
Hamas's attack on Israel is the latest event in a long history of conflict between Israelis and Palestinians. The terrorist attacks, which occurred last weekend, are the largest assault on Jews since the Holocaust, with terrorists killing hundreds of people and kidnapping soldiers and civilians...
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Humanitarian crisis grips Gaza
Israel’s military forces are preparing to enter Gaza by land, air and sea in retaliation for Hamas’ terrorist attack a week ago, which killed at least 1,300.
www.nbcnews.comCalifornia Gov. Newsom signs law to slowly raise health care workers’ minimum wage to $25 per hour
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has signed a law to raise the minimum wage for health care workers. The law Newsom signed Friday will raise the minimum wage to $25 per hour over the next decade.
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Russia asks UN Security Council to vote Monday on Israel, Gaza
Russia has asked the United Nations Security Council to vote Monday on a draft resolution on the Israel-Hamas conflict that calls for a humanitarian ceasefire and condemns violence against civilians and all acts of terrorism.
In Alaska, a Road to Metals Needed for Clean Energy Could Also Cause Harm
A proposed 211-mile industrial road that would cut through pristine Alaskan wilderness to reach a planned copper and zinc mine would disrupt the way of life in Native Alaska communities, harm fish and caribou, and likely speed the thawing of permafrost, according to an environmental review...
Hamas terror attack fuels conservative concerns about border security amid migrant crisis
The terror attack by Hamas against Israel launched last week has refueled concerns from conservative officials and Republican lawmakers about the security of the U.S. border.
Ex-Connecticut police officer suspected of burglaries in 3 states
A former Connecticut police officer is suspected of being a serial burglar and committing 30 or more thefts in three states.
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The Future of Pro-Israel Politics is at Stake in Gaza
Support ticks up in wake of Hamas attacks, but could erode again with military invasion of Gaza.
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Is Israeli bombing of Gaza a violation of international laws?
Activists are raising concerns about Israel’s indiscriminate bombing of Gaza that killed 1,100 Palestinians.
Commentary: Age alone shouldn't determine who runs for political office
It was Robert Neil Butler, a psychiatrist and the first director of the National Institute on Aging, a branch of the National Institutes of Health, who first coined the term
The toll of heat deaths in the Phoenix area soars after the hottest summer on record
The toll of heat-associated deaths in Arizona's most populous county has now soared over 360
Gaza braces for Israeli ground assault, fears of conflict spreading grow
Israel has vowed to annihilate Hamas for its rampage through Israeli towns eight days ago, the worst attack on civilians in the country's history. Iran warned of "far-reaching consequences" if Israel's bombardment was not stopped.
Louvre Museum and Versailles Palace evacuated after bomb threats with France on alert
The Louvre Museum in Paris, France, and Versailles Palace evacuated visitors and staff Saturday after receiving bomb threats, police said.
apnews.comFrom the frying pan to the fire: Government funding fight awaits next speaker
The next House speaker will be out of the frying pan and into the fire with the likely first order of business a series of federal appropriations bills.
Giuliani has yet to produce materials in ‘continued and flagrant disregard’ for trial - Washington Examiner
A judge has penalized Rudy Giuliani for not producing materials he was ordered to. The former New York City mayor has not released his financial documents and other discovery requested by election workers Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss, who are suing him for defamation. Judge Beryl Howell in the...
www.washingtonexaminer.comFrance is deploying 7,000 troops after a deadly school stabbing by a suspected Islamic radical
France will mobilize up to 7,000 soldiers to increase security around the country after a teacher was fatally stabbed and three other people wounded in a school attack.
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Kari Lake pivots from controversial platform as she turns eyes to Senate bid - Washington Examiner
Failed gubernatorial candidate Kari Lake appears to be singing a different tune as she eyes a Senate bid in Arizona, backing away from some controversial statements that acted as the backbone of her previous campaigns. Throughout her run for governor in 2022, Lake relied heavily on former...
www.washingtonexaminer.comIsrael prepares ground attack as Gaza battles humanitarian crisis
Seventy people were killed when convoys of evacuees in Gaza were hit by Israeli airstrikes. Israel continued to urge residents to flee south.
www.nbcnews.comAP PHOTOS: A week of war brings grief to everyday Israelis and Palestinians alike
The carnage began with a violent cross-border attack by Hamas militants on Israeli civilians. Israel’s retaliatory response was swift, and by the middle of the week, the full destructive force of its military was bearing down on the Gaza Strip amid mounting threats of a ground invasion.
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Venezuelan migrants attack, injure Texas National Guard member: officials
Venezuelan migrants attacked and injured a Texas National Guard member this week, Texas Department of Public Safety officials announced.
New Zealand elects conservative Christopher Luxon as premier after 6 years of liberal rule
Conservative former businessman Christopher Luxon will be New Zealand’s next prime minister after winning a decisive election victory.
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Israeli attack on Syrian Aleppo airport puts it out of service
Israel has launched an air strike against Syria's Aleppo Airport late on Saturday that put it out of service, the Syrian defence ministry said.
Biden admin sent tens of millions in COVID relief funds to group accused of harboring Hamas terrorists
Hundreds of millions of dollars have gone from the U.S. government to an agency accused of helping Hamas including $33.7 million from the American Rescue Plan COVID relief bill.
UK threatens arrests for Hamas supporters as thousands of pro-Palestine protesters flood streets - Washington Examiner
Thousands of pro-Palestinian demonstrators took to the streets of central London on Saturday as fighting escalated between Israel and Hamas, with police threatening arrests for those who go off route or show support for the terrorist group. The march was organized by the Palestine Solidarity...
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These Americans are enduring an agonizing wait for news about loved ones in Israel and Gaza | CNN
For Israelis and Palestinians alike, the world has been upended in a matter of days. For them, along with anxious loved ones across the United States, a terrifying new reality is starting to set in: A sense of impending doom, loss and uncertainty.
www.cnn.comAustralians decide against creating an Indigenous Voice to advise Parliament on minority issues
Australians have voted in a referendum against enshrining in the nation’s constitution a mechanism for Indigenous people to advise Parliament on policies that affect their lives.
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Seventy people were killed when convoys of evacuees in Gaza were hit by Israeli airstrikes. Israel continued to urge residents to flee south.
www.nbcnews.comState of the 2024 Race: Trump may have stepped in it, and Pence highlights the obvious about his 2024 run
The past week in the 2024 White House race: Former President Donald Trump stirred controversy with critical comments in the wake of the Hamas attack on Israel
Evolving crisis fuels anxiety among Venezuelans who want a better economy but see worsening woes
Venezuelans have come to feel the decade-long crisis that undid their country as one numbingly featureless expanse of struggles.
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McCarthy backs Jim Jordan for speaker amid Austin Scott challenge
Former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy has thrown his support behind Judiciary Committee chairman Jim Jordan for House speaker after Rep. Austin Scott announced his candidacy.
Lebanon army blames Israel for journalist's killing; Reuters urges Israeli probe
Issam Abdallah was struck by missiles fired from the direction of Israel, a Reuters witness said.
Gazans run out of time after Israel’s evacuation deadline | CNN
Tens of thousands of Palestinians have been fleeing south through the battered streets of Gaza after the Israeli military told them to leave northern areas of the densely populated strip.
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Reba McEntire 'so mad' at Taylor Swift for dating 'crush' Travis Kelce
Reba McEntire has a crush on Travis Kelce despite her long-term relationship with boyfriend Rex Linn. The singer joked she was "devastated" the NFL star is allegedly dating Taylor Swift.
Mississippi sheriff aims to avoid liability from federal lawsuit over torture of Black men
The Mississippi sheriff who leads the department where former deputies pleaded guilty to a long list of state and federal charges for the torture of two Black men has asked a federal court to dismiss a civil lawsuit against him.
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What is Hezbollah? A look at the Iran-backed militant group on the sidelines of the Israel-Hamas war
Created with the support of Iran, Hezbollah set a mission to expel Israeli forces from Lebanon while resisting Western influence in the Middle East.
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Disney's 100th Anniversary: how the Walt Disney Company took over the world
A visual history of how Disney grew from Mickey Mouse to a cultural giant
www.bbc.co.uk'Ring of fire' eclipse brings cheers and shouts of joy as it moves across the Americas
Crowds gathered along the path of a rare “ring of fire” eclipse of the sun. Unlike a total solar eclipse, the moon doesn’t completely cover the sun.
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Palestinians haunted by 'Nakba' while bracing for Gaza offensive
The idea of leaving or being driven out of land on which they want to forge a state carries echoes of the "Nakba," when many Palestinians fled or were forced from their homes during the 1948 war that accompanied Israel's creation.
Mike Johnson prepares for speakership bid if Jordan fails to secure majority - Washington Examiner
The continuing battle for the gavel might have a new Republican contender if speaker-designee Rep. Jim Jordan (R-OH) fails to secure the votes needed on the House floor. Multiple GOP members are floating Rep. Mike Johnson (R-LA) as an interested candidate if Jordan is short 217 votes, per a...
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Group of moderate Dem lawmakers offer deal to expand McHenry's powers amid speaker fight
A group of moderate Democrat lawmakers offered a deal to House Speaker Pro Tempore Patrick McHenry, R-N.C., to expand his powers in exchange for more bills on the floor.
At least 27 dead with dozens more missing after boat capsizes in northwest Congo
A boat capsized in Congo’s northwest killing at least 27 people, and more than 70 others were missing, a senior government official said.
apnews.comCalifornia will give some Mexican residents in-state tuition
It is a pilot program that will launch next year
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'It's tearing me apart': A week on, hope wears thin for families of those taken hostage by Hamas
"I was looking at the door saying ‘maybe he will be walking in every second and saying, ‘Here I am,’” Orly Chen said of Itay Chen, her nephew, who was among the dozens of people Hamas took hostage a week ago.
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Piper Laurie, Oscar-nominated ‘Carrie’ and ‘Twin Peaks’ actress, dies at 91 | CNN
Piper Laurie, the celebrated actress known for her chilling portrayal of the overbearingly religious mother in “Carrie” and for playing Paul Newman’s down-in-the-dumps girlfriend in “The Hustler,” has died at 91, her manager said.
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Ukraine hasn’t abandoned idea of presidential elections, says political scientist
Ukraine has not abandoned the idea of holding at least presidential elections, with the current likelihood standing at 50-50, political analyst Ihor Reiterovych, said in an interview with Radio NV, on Oct. 12.
Top Biden aide with close ties to Hunter was first WH staffer to handle classified docs, new timeline reveals
Annie Tomasini, senior aide to President Biden, was the first person to search through his classified documents at his think tank over a year before they were said to be discovered.
Pro-Trump super PAC underscores former president’s Israel record as war rages - Washington Examiner
EXCLUSIVE — The super PAC aligned with former President Donald Trump is trying to remind Iowa Republican primary voters about his national security record amid the Israel-Hamas war.Make America Great Again, Inc. released a new 30-second ad called "Botched" Saturday, as part of a roughly $725,000...
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Logan Paul beats Dillon Danis by disqualification; security storms ring after MMA fighter's guillotine attempt
Security swarmed the ring during Logan Paul's fight with Dillon Danis after the MMA fighter tried to put him in a guillotine chokehold.
Mexico, Ukraine press Israel to open humanitarian corridor to Gaza
Mexican and Ukrainian officials on Saturday separately urged Israel to open a humanitarian corridor to Gaza to let people out as both countries work to repatriate their citizens from the area.
Northern California sheriff’s deputy, mother of 'Sandlot' star, found dead in her home; boyfriend arrested
Edward Patrick Davies was taken into custody in connection with the death of Del Norte County Sheriff’s Deputy Deanna Esmaeel.
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Netanyahu forges rare moment of Israeli political unity – but for how long?
Israel’s PM has brought fractious parties together over Hamas’s invasion, yet questions remain over how it was allowed to happen
Blinken takes hard line with Saudi Arabia as ‘normalization’ talks with Israel hang in the balance - Washington Examiner
As talks between the United States and Saudi officials about normalizing its relations with Israel are at risk of breaking down due to the war with Hamas, Secretary of State Antony Blinken is pushing for continued efforts to ease tensions and prevent future warfare. Shortly after war broke out...
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Olympic gold medalist Mary Lou Retton is improving and responding to pneumonia treatment, daughter says
"Although she remains in ICU, her path to recovery is steadily progressing. Her fighting spirit is truly shining!" McKenna Kelley said in an update Saturday.
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Election Night recap: Winners, losers, runoffs from Louisiana's Oct. 14 election
Voters across the state will cast ballots on dozens of races, including governor, attorney general and treasurer. Here are the full results from every parish.
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Grieving and on edge, US Jews, Muslims seek solace as Hamas-Israel war rages
Jewish and Palestinian Muslim communities in the United States remain on edge a week after the brutal attack by Hamas militants on Israeli civilians and Israel's subsequent reprisals in the Hamas-controlled Gaza Strip.
No bomb shelters, no sirens, no Iron Dome: Israel’s long-neglected Arab Bedouins
Targeted by Hamas and lacking protection from Israel, at least 15 Bedouins were killed in the Oct. 7 terrorist attack.
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Israel war: US officials negotiate temporary escape plan for Americans fleeing Gaza - Washington Examiner
United States officials have reportedly negotiated a temporary escape plan for Americans seeking to flee the violence of the Israel-Gaza war, with hopes to rescue hundreds of Palestinian Americans who remain in Gaza but are seeking to leave. Officials negotiated a deal with Egypt, Israel, and...
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Effort to begin mobilizing Black voters around education, history, stops in Daytona Beach
A coalition of groups concerned with increasing Black voter turnout in 2024 met in Daytona Beach on Friday.
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