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The federal investigation into Rep. Ilhan Omar aims to build a case to strip her of her U.S. citizenship and ultimately deport her, according to U.S. officials and others familiar with the probe

Authorities have subpoenaed members of the Democratic congresswoman’s family as part of a broader look at their immigration paperwork.

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Editorial: Donald Trump is helping Russia win the war

It's already been said many times that the U.S., under President Donald Trump, was turning its back on Ukraine. But the past few days show something worse than abandonment: Trump is now actively help...

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Voters near data centers are ditching the GOP in droves

Most data centers are being built in red, rural areas. They're pushing voters to the left.

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A new generation of activists is leading the American left's socialist awakening

Galvanized by figures like Bernie Sanders and Zohran Mamdani, a new left is on the rise in the United States, attracting many young people. Candidates from this movement, backed by the Democratic Socialists of America hope to win decisive races in the November 3 midterm elections.

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The EPA is about to hand oil and gas companies a huge methane-related gift

Rolling back regulations will give industry players “exactly what they’ve long wanted.”

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These Children’s Deaths Were Preventable. Their Parents Prayed Instead of Seeking Medical Care.

For decades, Idaho laws have allowed parents who belong to the Followers of Christ and other faith-healing sects to pray rather than seek medical care. Since 2015, at least 15 children have died of tr...

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DOJ issues subpoenas in probe of Rep. Ilhan Omar’s immigration status, including to family members

The subpoenas were sent just days before federal agents searched the progressive ‘squad’ member’s home.

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How Rep. Max Miller and his lawyer try to silence foes

Court filings and cease-and-desist letters reveal their aggressive legal tactics.

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Breaking: Starlink service in Ukraine 'restored,' Defense Ministry source says

SpaceX, the owner of Starlink, implemented speed restrictions on Oct. 14 without warning.

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Here's what's on House Democrats' agenda if they sweep to power in midterm elections

Democratic leader Hakeem Jeffries said Democrats will be united on reinstating Affordable Care Act tax breaks, reversing Republican Medicaid cuts, holding votes against the Iran war and undoing Presid...

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Zelensky says ‘people will die’ because of Starlink decision

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky warned there could be dire consequences after his government reported that its air defense mechanisms had been mired by unannounced limitations on SpaceX sate…

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Violent anti-government protests erupt in Albania's capital

Thousands of demonstrators rallied in Tirana on Wednesday to demand better university conditions and the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama. Over several hours, police deployed water cannons and tear gas as demonstrators attacked government offices and set fire to multiple buildings.

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Exclusive | White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia Didn’t Pass Bar Exam

Zacharia has previously referred to herself as a lawyer in public appearances.

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Ukrainian drones reportedly hit Sberbank data center in Russia

Ukrainian defense company Fire Point commented in a social media post on Wednesday morning, saying 'You didn’t think it would stop with just Yandex, did you?'

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Cornell president admits he never followed up on gang rape allegation ahead of no-confidence debate

Cornell University President Michael Kotlikoff knew in 2024 that a student had reported being gang raped at a fraternity house, but never followed up to learn what had happened to her or whether any o...

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Pennsylvania doctors are seeing what measles can do to previously healthy, unvaccinated kids

The virus is proving it can attack multiple organs, including the gut, liver, lungs and brain, even in children who were previously healthy.

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Sally Rooney books can't be sold in UK due to support for Palestine Action, publisher says

'To sell a writer's work and not be able to pass on earnings is an unconscionable situation,' publisher Faber said of the decision.

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Ukraine Loses Starlink Access as Musk Says Zelenskiy Went “Too Far”

SpaceX suddenly throttled access to Starlink with no warning, Ukraine says.

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Sally Rooney says she can no longer sell books in the UK because of Palestine Action support

Irish writer of Normal People says she can no longer receive royalties from British sales because of her support for group Sally Rooney has said she is being forced to withdraw her books from sale in the UK because of her support for the banned organisation Palestine Action. The Irish novelist, whose books include Normal People and Conversations With Friends, said her public support for the direct action group meant she could no longer receive royalties from UK sales. Continue reading...

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Brazil’s President Lula Accuses Meta of Helping His Right-Wing Opponent

With a narrow presidential election looming, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and his allies claim Meta is trying to give his right-wing rival an advantage.

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Union leader quoted in Maine Senate attack ad sends ‘cease and desist’ to GOP PAC

The ad quotes a union official slamming Democrat Troy Jackson’s healthcare plan. He told NBC News he never commented on Jackson’s plan and was “shocked” to see the quote.

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Katie Zacharia May Have Committed A ‘Crime’ By Claiming She’s A Lawyer, Complaint Suggests

The complaint cites reporting from independent journalist Judd Legum alleging Zacharia is not licensed to practice law in any state.

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DOJ Begs Judge to Ignore Hegseth as She Considers Making Him Testify

A federal judge wants Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to explain all his anti-trans posts on social media. The Justice Department is asking her to pretend the posts don’t exist.

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Mamdani Enters Deal with N.Y.U. to Share Profits from Quantum Lab

Mayor Zohran Mamdani said that in exchange for a $30 million city investment, New York would get 15 percent of proceeds from projects developed in the quantum technology lab.

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For some Christians, Hegseth's plan for public execution fits a biblical mandate

Defense Secretary Hegseth's announcement of a livestreamed execution elicited reactions of disgust and condemnation from some faith leaders and politicians. But within his church, it's not an outlier.

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Germany’s Merz vows to fight on: ‘We are the firewall’

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‘Fantastically special’: all 10 Victoria Crosses awarded to Royal Marines go on show for first time

Exclusive: Portsmouth Historic Dockyard’s new £15m permanent display tells tales of courage from conflicts such as Crimean and both world wars They tell tales of bravery under fire, may lead to conversations about the UK’s place in the world and could prompt visitors to reflect on what they might have done if faced with the same perilous circumstances. All 10 Victoria Crosses (VCs) awarded to members of the Royal Marines are going on display together for the first time along with tales of courage during conflicts such as the Crimean and both world wars. Continue reading...

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Democratic leaders are taking a hands-off approach to Rep. Sean Casten’s bid to replace Rep. Maxine Waters as Financial Services Committee ranking member.

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L.A. voters worry about outside influence in midterm elections, new poll finds

A poll suggests most L.A. County voters are confident with the county's handling of elections, but many worry that outside influence, including online misinformation and political interference, could taint the midterms.

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Carretera amazónica expone el dilema climático de las elecciones en Brasil

La ruta ayudará a conectar zonas aisladas del país, pero pone en riesgo la destrucción de la selva tropical, rica en carbono.

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Ukraine passes key laws to help unlock billions in aid from EU, IMF

Ukraine's parliament passed a package of legislation on Thursday to advance the implementation of key demands from the European Union and the International Monetary Fund to unlock billions in foreign aid.

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Doctors say Pope Leo's lung has recovered well from surgery and say his post-operative tests normal

Pope Leo XIV’s lung has recovered well from surgery to remove a cancerous nodule and he resumed working from the hospital.

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Jena Griswold, Michael Allen spar over Trump and partisanship in Colorado attorney general debate

Griswold, a Democrat, said fighting the Trump administration was a “fundamental” job for the next attorney general, while Allen, a Republican, pledged to follow the evidence

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Australia proposes new laws to let people turn off social media algorithms

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‘It doesn’t always need to be said out loud’: European leaders to ask Zelensky to tone down criticism of Trump, FT reports — Meduza

European Union leaders plan to urge Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to tone down his public criticism of Donald Trump, the Financial Times reported, citing sources.

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Florida’s next tech target in court: Discord

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MP Sean Fraser says Canadians should 'embrace change' over AI data centres in their communities - Halifax Examiner

Federal minister was in Halifax on Wednesday to discuss the Atlantic Economic Panel report.

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Move to freeze OSAP for all Ontario private career colleges called unfair: 'Can't throw baby out with the bathwater'

Minister Nolan Quinn asks Ontario Provincial Police to investigate “criminal allegations.”

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Ford government 'asleep at the switch' on alleged OSAP abuses, Liberals say

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7 sailors missing as two ships off Romanian Black Sea coast catch fire amid drone incursion

Romanian authorities opened an investigation into the possibility of a drone strike on one of the tankers, after drones violated the country's airspace overnight.

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A Young Haitian Driven to Despair by ICE

Pierre Damas Bel was a twenty-year-old college student planning for his future. His family says that ICE monitoring made him lose hope.

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This startup just raised $21 million to expose companies' messes of AI agents

Opsin, an AI security and governance startup, raised $21 million to complement the boom in AI agents from OpenAI, Anthropic, and others.

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Get ready for beach weather: The Bay Area is about to see another heat wave

The calendar reads mid-October, but the weather on Thursday will feel like summer, as a heat wave kicks off in the Bay Area.

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US Treasury pushes global partners to rename AI as 'super intelligence'

The United States wants its global partners to rename artificial intelligence as "super intelligence," convinced that the new moniker better reflects the emerging technology, a top US Treasury official told Reuters in an interview on Thursday.

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Republic sells 10-year bonds at highest rate since it emerged from bailout

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Dining Guide | The 40 best restaurants in the D.C. area

Our food critic's favorite restaurants of the year showcase the culinary abundance of the region.

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