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Exclusive | Musk Ordered Starlink Slowdown That Blindsided Ukraine

The SpaceX founder authorized the move and has been discussing Ukraine with Trump, but the president has denied ordering the restrictions.

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Trump, 80, Wanders Off While Waving and Saluting to No One

Donald Trump was heading towards his helipad when he suddenly stopped to acknowledge a nonexistent crowd.

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How a MAGA Influencer With Ties to Russia Became Trump’s Arctic Adviser

As head of the U.S. Arctic Research Commission, Thomas Dans has backed a takeover of Greenland and other items on President Donald Trump’s list. But it’s not always clear where the administration’s ag...

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How Trump’s FBI Purge Saved Lindsey Graham and James Clyburn From a Bribery Investigation

An FBI anti-corruption team launched an investigation into whether South Carolina’s most powerful members of Congress were involved in a bribery scheme, ProPublica found. After Trump gutted the FBI an...

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Brazil court gives Meta 24 hours to prove equal treatment of Lula and Bolsonaro

Lula's campaign has alleged that the US tech giant is suppressing the incumbent president's online content. His party has filed complaints with the Organization of American States and the United Nations.

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As Trump turns toward Russia, Zelensky drops his restraint

President Volodymyr Zelensky has spent much of the past two years trying to win over Donald Trump. Flattery, constant meetings, and carefully calibrated concessions have become hallmarks of his dealin...

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Anthropic logged net loss of over $80 billion in first half of 2026, WSJ reports

AI startup Anthropic recorded a net loss of more than $80 billion in the first half of this year, including $72 billion in ‌accounting charges, the Wall Street Journal reported on Tuesday, citing a draft initial public offering prospectus.

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Alberta voters reject a move toward independence in referendum backing Canadian unity

Voters in Canada's oil-rich province of Alberta have rejected a proposal to begin a process toward independence, results showed early Tuesday, delivering a victory for supporters of Canadian unity.

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Things Russia has done to Ukraine that Trump thinks are 'fine'

From the beginning of Russia's full-scale invasion, Russian forces have inflicted countless atrocities against Ukraine.

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Exclusive: FEMA chief tells states to prepare to handle disasters on their own

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Voters in Oil-Rich Alberta Reject Leaving Canada

Residents of the province were asked if they wish to remain in Canada or to hold another vote on breaking away, in a referendum that left both sides unhappy.

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Polish parliament votes to liberalize abortion access

Two bills to liberalize abortion laws, backed by pro-European Prime Minister Donald Tusk's governing coalition, were voted through on October 20, though conservative-nationalist President Karol Nawrocki is expected to veto them.

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The Secret Terms of Trump’s Venezuelan Oil Deal

The Trump administration committed the U.S. to taking a large stake in a Venezuelan company, some of whose owners and investors are shielded from public view. The exact details of the agreement over o...

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Romanian parliament approves pro-EU government after months of deadlock

Romania has faced political uncertainty since the annulment of its presidential election in December 2024 over allegations of Russian interference.

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Witkoff plans Ukraine peace talks in Norway, Putin meeting in Russia

The planned talks with Putin are also expected to address the release of American citizen Stephen Hubbard, who had reportedly been serving with a Ukrainian territorial defense unit in the town of Iziu...

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Michigan heckler the son of Republican adviser paid for ‘influencer marketing’ against El-Sayed

Timmy Teepell’s firm paid $250,000 by America Next, which has been trying to gin up ‘organic’ opposition to El-Sayed Man who heckled El-Sayed is former Josh Hawley aide, records show The man who attempted to ambush Democratic Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed with a question about his supposed allegiance to the Muslim Brotherhood – which El-Sayed parlayed into a viral clip for his campaign – is the son of a political operator who recently received $250,000 for “canvassing and influencer marketing” against El-Sayed, the Guardian has learned. In the now-famous exchange, a man – first identified by the Handbasket as Thomas “Tommy” Teepell – asked El-Sayed if he would “disavow” the Muslim Brotherhood. El-Sayed said he would, but then asked: “What are you implying? Do you assume that I wouldn’t?” What followed was a five-minute exchange that has drawn over 50 million views across several

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Trump is planning to announce a new program that will pay people up to $30,000 for successful tips about government fraud, according to the White House

The new $25 million antifraud program will be administered by the Justice Department.

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Private contractors are set to cash in as millions of Americans lose health care

Implementing Trump’s "big, beautiful" Medicaid cuts will be a windfall for firms like Deloitte.

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Lula challenges Bolsonaro to release personal records before election

Brazil's left-wing president says he will release bank, tax, and phone records if right-wing rival will do the same.

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US has resumed sharing intelligence with Ukraine about Russian strikes, says Zelenskyy

Advance warnings of missile attacks were seemingly suspended last week by the White House, but Ukraine’s president says: ‘Now it works’ The US has resumed sharing intelligence with Kyiv about Russian missile strikes, Volodymyr Zelenskyy said on Tuesday after a meeting with the US envoy Steve Witkoff in Norway. Zelenskyy said Ukraine was again receiving advance warnings of ballistic missile attacks, which were seemingly suspended last week by the White House. “Now it works. It’s great,” he said, saying the US move would save lives. Continue reading...

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DOJ charges 28 in California with voting crimes as election tensions escalate

The DOJ also filed an emergency request in federal court to stop California from processing ballots returned by people on the voter rolls the federal government says are "likely noncitizens."

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Alberta voters reject a move toward independence in referendum backing Canadian unity

The results delivered a victory for Prime Minister Mark Carney and supporters of Canadian unity amid U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade war and annexation threats.

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Trump’s approval ratings plummet: what that means for the US midterms

Sitting presidents usually see a dip in approval ratings before midterms, but Trump's ratings are at a historic low.

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Elon Musk is in Democrats’ oversight crosshairs

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We can stop Trump’s assault on the international criminal court | Kenneth Roth

Here’s what we need to do to stand up for international law

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Australian data centre group falls 44% on profit warning

NextDC plunge adds to sector woes as Nvidia holds talks over injecting capital into Firmus after failed IPO

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Tech giant shares plunge 40pc after delays to Melbourne data centre

Community opposition to one of Victoria's largest data centres has seen the value of shares in NextDC plummet.

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Asian stocks climb as strong earnings buoy Wall Street

Asian stocks rose and bonds stabilised at the start of trading on Wednesday following Wall Street's gain as early indications from the corporate earnings season pointed to strong profits for ‌global companies and bolstered investor confidence.

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Inside Philadelphia's preparations for Election Day

In the final sprint to Election Day, more than 12 million votes have already been cast nationwide. That includes more than 65,000 in Philadelphia. The city’s voting processes have drawn President Trum...

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Get crafty with Halloween treats, the Japanese way

Learn Japanese words for Halloween treats while picking up tips for making cute, character-themed bento and spooky snacks.

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Two Globe reporters shortlisted for the Lane Anderson Award for Canadian science writing

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OpenAI ‘agents’ disabled their own monitoring systems

AI lab investigating whether incident shows ‘propensity to evade’ controls

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University of Arizona sorority member alleges sexual assault at fraternity house

Student told the university’s police department that assault by two men occurred in August during a night of drinking

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Trump hails Le Pen as 'conservative voice' amid France unrest

The US president launched into a lengthy tirade about France at a midterms rally Monday in Kansas, saying it was being 'conquered, looted, and burned to the ground by migrants, jihadists, and communists.'

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Two RAF Fairford suspects re-arrested for assisting Iran intelligence - what we know

Police say it is 'highly likely that there is Iranian state involvement' in the suspected terror plot near a Gloucestershire air base last month

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Hail damages crops in a matter of minutes ahead of bumper harvest

After battling years of drought, farmers in South Australia have been in good spirits as above-average rainfall has fallen this year. However, a flash of heavy rain and hail has left some properties counting their losses.

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NATO to send additional patrol planes to Black Sea after drone attacks

The alliance announces the deployment after a series of deadly drone attacks in the region.

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UN experts call on India to stop using ‘excessive force’ against protesters

UN experts press for an ⁠independent investigation into Indian authorities' conduct.

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Disney actor accused of $2-million gold scam and elder abuse in new lawsuit

Sheila and Norman Greenberg allege former teen heartthrob Erik von Detten tricked them into rolling over $2 million in retirement savings into gold.

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‘Disgraceful’: Geoffrey Watson accuses Minns government of overturning high court ruling on coalmine

New South Wales government bid to expand Hunter Valley coal mine ‘contrary to separation of powers’, leading legal experts say

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Musk gave the order to slow down Ukraine’s Starlink, WSJ reports

SpaceX’s Starlink satellite system enables Ukraine to fend off deadly Russian aerial assaults.

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Threats against politicians have jumped fourfold this decade

The attack on Helen Haines is the most serious violence against an Australian politician since the killing of an MP in the 1990s, but it did not occur in isolation.

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Nigeria confirms Ebola case as outbreak continues to spread

Nigeria has recorded its first case of Ebola during the current outbreak, the country's health ministry has said - as the virus continues to spread internationally.

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Roseanne Barr reveals John Goodman turned down cameo in her new show

Roseanne Barr has revealed she tried to get her former "Roseanne" costar John Goodman to cameo in her new show, but he declined.

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Adam Gopnik on the Protests in France

From the daily newsletter: why the street action feels different this time.

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A for-profit hospital slashed costs. Then a patient froze to death on its roof.

A little-known company grew on promises to save distressed hospitals. Instead, it sunk them into financial chaos.

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How the Kansas Senate race became surprisingly competitive

At a rally in Kansas on Monday, President Trump looked to boost Republican Sen. Roger Marshall in his reelection bid. Marshall faces a surprisingly close race with his Democratic challenger, Pastor Ad...

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Where Do Autoimmune Diseases Come From?

Our genes evolved to fight ancient threats, but in the modern world, some of those changes may be turning against us.

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Worried about index concentration? Don’t be

Experts say risks are real, but concentration doesn’t predict future returns

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Florida puts 77-year-old man to death, carrying out its 18th execution of the year

Last year, Florida set a state record with 19 executions in a year, and it's poised to tie that mark if another execution is carried out next month as scheduled.

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