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Israeli settlers attack European delegation convoy in West Bank, beat French mayor

Israeli settlers have attacked a convoy carrying a European delegation in the occupied West Bank and beat up a French mayor, witnesses said Saturday.

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No Kings turns its focus to voting this weekend. Here's what we know

The coalition behind nationwide anti-Trump protests is shifting its strategies this weekend to focus on voter turnout. Organizers say Saturday's events are a nonpartisan effort to get people to the polls.

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'Planned operation' — Zelensky confirms Ukraine's Starlink access not fully restored

Zelensky called the restrictions a "planned operation" targeting Ukraine, noting that Starlink speed limits remain in effect in Ukraine but not in EU countries.

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'Putin feels joy' — Zelensky calls Trump's waiving of key Russia sanctions 'wrong'

President Volodymyr Zelensky said on oct. 17 U.S. President Donald Trump was "wrong" to further "block" sanctions against Russia, while expressing hope that he would do "everything possible" to stop t...

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Over half of Russian jet-powered drones downed by Ukraine's aircraft, Zelensky says

Ukraine has secured contracts and assurances from partners on additional supplies of F-16 ammunition, Zelensky noted, adding that the current deliveries were at a "satisfactory level."

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How a retired Navajo Nation doctor earned a MacArthur genius grant for public art

Chip Thomas, a retired physician on the Navajo Reservation, is well known for his large photograhpic murals. Now, he's been recognized with a MacArthur "genius" grant.

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The fund used to defend President Trump in numerous cases is nearly $2M in debt

The Save America PAC has been used to fund Trump’s defense team in his hush money trial and his classified documents case

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Trump’s Most Devoted Fans Forgave Him Everything. Then Came Epstein.

“We didn’t vote for the Epstein List to be covered up. We voted for Trump to arrest them."

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Zelenskyy urges support for new US sanctions on Russia after Trump puts them on hold

Zelenskyy described the move as unfortunate, adding it would encourage Russia to continue its assault. Trump told Congress that the pause was in the national interest but gave no further details.

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She Says Doctors Ignored Her Concerns About Her Pregnancy. For Many Black Women, It’s a Familiar Story.

Black women in America are more than twice as likely as white women to have a stillbirth. Getting physicians to take their concerns seriously is one reason for this disparity, they say: “If you’re a B...

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How do you pull over a flying Tesla?

The regulatory ramifications of Elon Musk's latest publicity stunt.

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Israeli drone attacks kill six Palestinians across Gaza despite ‘ceasefire'

Attacks hit several areas as UNICEF reports more than 340 children killed since 'ceasefire' began a year ago.

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Romania shoots down two drones over the Black Sea

The drones were shot down by F-16 fighter jets some 20 kilometers southeast of the town of Sulina.

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Trump's decision to waive Russian sanctions outrages Congress, but no quick counter seen

Lawmakers from both parties blasted the executive order late Friday, the latest in a series of steps that the Republican president has taken drawing the United States closer to Russia's Vladimir Putin...

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Army finalizes plans to return Confederate statue to Arlington National Cemetery

The Confederate Memorial was removed from the military burial grounds in 2023.

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Rep. Ilhan Omar’s lawyers say authorities ignored judge’s restrictions on home search

In a letter obtained by The Washington Post, attorneys for the Minnesota Democrat condemned a Justice Department inquiry into her immigration history as a politically motivated attack.

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'Cockroach' party founder released from Indian police custody

Abhijeet Dipke, 31, was detained on Friday in New Delhi as he headed to join a rally that the CJP protest movement had called in the capital's central Connaught Place district.

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‘No Kings’ rallies are planned across Utah. This time, protesters are bringing their ballots.

The demonstrations are meant to mobilize people to cast their midterm ballots early, organizers said.

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Santa Fe, Las Cruces No Kings events focus on early voting • Source New Mexico

No Kings events on Saturday in Santa Fe and Las Cruces focused on early voting ahead of the Nov. 3, 2026 midterm elections.

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No Kings rallies across U.S. urge voters to cast ballots early ahead of midterms

The hundreds of planned events were being billed as nonpartisan, though they sought to build on nearly two years’ worth of No Kings marches and demonstrations by people upset with Trump’s presidency.

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“Our Dear Friend Umar”: How We Uncovered That a Russian Oligarch Bankrolled Donald Trump Jr.’s Wedding

On social media and in tabloids, photos from Don Jr. and Bettina Trump’s Bahamas wedding were tightly curated. But sometimes, what — or, who — isn’t pictured is just as important as what is. Let’s go...

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Trump signs executive order waiving sanctions against Russia

President Donald Trump cited “national interests” for the decision to waive a punishing sanctions package targeting Russian exports and leaders.

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Revealed: French police used UK-funded 4x4 vehicles to charge student protesters

French government launches investigation into why cars funded by UK to prevent asylum seekers crossing Channel were used in school protests French police have used 4x4 vehicles paid for by British taxpayers to charge at student protesters during the school protests that have swept the country. The French government has confirmed that an investigation has been launched into why the cars, funded by the UK government specifically to prevent asylum seekers crossing the Channel, were used during a protest involving school students in Dunkirk. Continue reading...

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Masked settlers attack European diplomats in the occupied West Bank

In Saturday’s attack in the village of Taybeh, settlers targeted Belgium’s consul general, French and Polish diplomats and Catholic representatives, Belgian Foreign Minister Maxime Prevot said.

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Masked settlers attack European diplomats in occupied West Bank

Belgian foreign minister urges further EU sanctions and links attack to Israel’s ‘illegal settlement policy’ Masked settlers attacked a group of European diplomats during a visit to the occupied West Bank on Saturday, Belgium’s foreign minister said, on a second day of high-profile assaults on Palestinians and others during the sensitive olive harvest. At least four people have been killed and more than 100 injured since the harvest began earlier this month, according to the Palestinian health ministry. Activists say Israeli authorities do little to stop attacks that involve weapons ranging from slingshots to guns. An attack on Friday seriously injured a Washington Post photographer and others. Continue reading...

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Zelenskyy urges support for new US sanctions on Russia after Trump puts them on hold npr.org

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She Says Doctors Ignored Her Concerns About Her Pregnancy. For Many Black Women, It’s a Familiar Story. propublica.org

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How do you pull over a flying Tesla? motherjones.com

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Israeli drone attacks kill six Palestinians across Gaza despite ‘ceasefire' aljazeera.com

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Two Utah hikers rescued after perilous, freezing 36-hour trek on Mt. Shasta

Two Utah hikers survived freezing 15-degree temperatures and a 36-hour ordeal on Mt. Shasta after getting lost off-trail with dead phone batteries.

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Alex McPherson kicks 34-yard field goal as time expires to lift Auburn over No. 1 Georgia 27-24

Alex McPherson kicked a game-winning 34-yard field goal as time expired and Auburn, led by quarterback Byrum Brown’s dominant running game, upset No. 1 Georgia 27-24.

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17 Dead, Dozens Injured After Stampede at Indian Religious Event

Such deadly crowd events are relatively common in India, and it was unclear what caused this one. Authorities detained the event’s organizer and others involved.

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Letter: Utah’s youth — and their caretakers — shouldn’t be priced out of necessary medical treatment

Letter: When parents and caregivers seek help, high treatment costs should not stand in their way.

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Lexington No Kings protest draws hundreds in effort to 'activate people' to vote early • Kentucky Lantern

Saturday's chilly No Kings Rally in downtown Lexington looked similar to past demonstrations throughout President Donald Trump's second term. But organizers hope this event is more productive than pre...

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Rite and reason: Cardinal Paul Cullen managed to be disliked by Irish patriots, Protestants and Britain

Rite & reason: When Clonliffe was sold, Cullen’s remains had to be moved. This was done quickly and discreetly on the morning of June 25th 2021

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Protests erupt across France against rising living costs and in support of students

Police used tear gas to push back people wearing hoods and masks and throwing fireworks and other objects at officers in the Place de la République, northeast of the Paris city center.

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TSA rolls back program allowing visitors at airport gates without a ticket

The new program lets pre-approved TSA PreCheck members without tickets to go through security, a pre-9/11 relic of air travel.

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Avalanche in Chile Kills Three Climbers Amid Rare Snowy Spring

An avalanche killed three climbers and injured four others Saturday afternoon near the Portillo ski resort in the Chilean Andes, northeast of the capital Santiago.

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No Kings shifts strategy from streets to the ballot box with early voting day of action

Organizers launched more than 2,500 No Kings events across all 50 states and the District of Columbia Saturday, this time focusing their efforts on the midterm elections.From roadside rallies to lette...

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Rush cancels Saturday night’s San Jose concert due to drummer’s illness

Rock band Rush has canceled its Saturday concert at SAP Center in San Jose, saying its drummer fell ill. The prog rockers have rescheduled the show and said all tickets will be honored.

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Saudi-led coalition intercepts drones as Egypt weighs sending help

Forces intercepted and destroyed four drones over Saudi Arabia's Riyadh, Eastern Province and southern region.

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Sculptors see the fruit of their labour as oranges become art

A Fijian house made out of oranges is on display at Australia's only citrus sculpture event in southern NSW.

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Yvette Cooper pledges £140m to boost urgent care as NHS faces ‘tough’ winter

Health secretary says government has been preparing early and will spend money on ambulances and A&E upgrades The NHS faces a more challenging winter than normal, the health secretary has warned, as she announced a £140m increase for urgent care in England. Yvette Cooper said the money would help increase capacity, and that the NHS has been preparing since July to deal with the impact of seasonal illnesses. Continue reading...

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3 teens charged in string of commercial burglaries across Baltimore County

Baltimore County Police charged three teens in connection with a string of commercial burglaries across the county.

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New Round of ‘No Kings’ Rallies Focuses on Getting Out the Vote

With midterm elections approaching, organizers of the demonstrations known for their anti-Trump sentiment are urging people to vote early.

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Jalen Hurts placed on injured reserve after Eagles quarterback diagnosed with blood clot

Philadelphia quarterback Jalen Hurts has been placed on injured reserve after doctors discovered a superficial blood clot in his calf

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2 Killed, Including Child, as Truck Plows Through Wichita, Kan., Soccer Game

A pickup truck drove through a soccer field in Wichita, Kan., the authorities said. Multiple other people were injured and the driver was in custody.

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No Kings Day 10-17-2026 in Fresno

Around 1,000 turned out for a No Kings Day in Fresno focusing on the November 3 election

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No Kings event in Grand Junction emphasizes early voting, nonpartisan participation | Colorado Newsline

About 300 people came out for a No Kings rally Saturday in Grand Junction. The event encouraged early voting.

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The areas at risk of missile attacks as UK is ‘nowhere near ready’ for Iron Dome

Kemi Badenoch has proposed a £10bn missile defence system but experts fear it is not enough to adequately protect the UK

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Weak Links Start to Show in A.I. Borrowing

Debt trouble at CoreWeave, Oracle and SoftBank raises questions about whether there are broader problems with the data center build-out.

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MMF eyes Brandon to expand real estate holdings

The Manitoba Métis Federation is ramping up its Brandon presence and it’s eyeing buildings downtown.

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In Montgomery 'No Kings' demonstration encourages voter registration, turnout | Alabama Reflector

In lieu of early voting, organizers turned to encouraging voter turnout and democratic participation. The election is in 17 days.

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