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'This cannot be a coincidence' — Ukraine's Starlink access restricted without warning, Zelensky adviser says

Ukraine relies on Starlink to operate its mid-strike drones in Russian-occupied Ukraine.

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These Women Were Trying to Escape Domestic Abuse. ICE Detained Them Instead.

It’s especially intimidating for immigrants suffering abuse to call 911. With this in mind, Congress has long treated people who need help as victims, not targets for deportation. Under the Trump admi...

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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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'We ask for teachers, they send us police': This Paris suburb school has become a symbol of the protest movement

High school students, teachers and lawyers were joined by the Swedish activist Greta Thunberg on Tuesday outside a high school in Saint-Denis, the largest suburb of Paris and one of the most underprivileged.

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New Mexico and El Paso Spent Millions on Climate Plans. Three New Data Centers Could Undo Them.

Officials in New Mexico and El Paso, Texas, made plans to cut greenhouse gas emissions. Neither plan took into account how the construction of three new data centers could upend climate goals in both...

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Russian strikes on Ukraine energy sites leave 600,000 without power, says Zelensky

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said a Russian ballistic missile strike had 'targeted' Ukraine's energy infrastructure despite an energy ceasefire announced by Trump.

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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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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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Zelensky arrives in UK as London vows to speed up anti-drone missile deliveries for Ukraine

The British government announced an air defense missile package worth 45 million pounds (around $60 million) for Ukraine, as the country faces an intensifying onslaught of Russian missiles and drones.

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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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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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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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Palantir is worming its way into the British state – it’s time to curb this controversial US company’s influence | George Monbiot

Tom Watson has said ‘mob rule’ must not decide public contracts. Perhaps he should take a look at his new employer, says Guardian columnist George Monbiot

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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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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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Ukraine Says New Starlink Speed Limit Is Disrupting Its Attacks

Drone attacks over Russian-occupied Ukraine were affected, military units and Kyiv officials said.

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CNN, MS NOW and Politico prevail against White House — for now

A federal judge ruled late Tuesday that President Trump cannot ban news organizations from covering him at the White House because he does not like the nature of their coverage - at least, not until…

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Starlink restrictions deprive Ukraine of effective defence against jet-powered Shahed drones

Starlink restrictions are affecting Ukrainian interceptors used against Russian jet-powered Shahed drones, depriving Ukraine of one of its few effective defence options.

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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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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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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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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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More expensive gas, semiconductors likely pushed up inflation last month

Inflation likely worsened in September in one of the last price reports the government will issue before the midterm elections that have been heavily defined by concerns over affordability.

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Nobel Peace Prize winner Navi Pillay reflects on career forged under apartheid

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In her first Australian interview since winning the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, Navanethem "Navi" Pillay reflects on growing up in a segregated South Africa, her trailblazing career as a judge, and Trump's "pathetic" criticisms of her.

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Research suggests the old adage is true: Happy employees can boost profits

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Ireland is richer and spending more than 30 years ago but not happy about it

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Trump says advanced defense test range to be located in Montana

US President Donald Trump on Wednesday announced plans for what he described as a new defense "super range" in Montana for testing advanced military technologies, including autonomous weapons, space systems, electronic warfare and hypersonic ‌weapons.

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New art building seen as bridge to unite PSU programs, communities

The new facility brings together programs that have been in separate buildings across the downtown campus for years.

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Kim Tests Submarine-Launched Missiles After Trump Floats Meeting

North Korea said it tested submarine-launched strategic cruise missiles, as Pyongyang flexes its military muscle following Donald Trump’s fresh overtures for a meeting with Kim Jong Un.

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Brewers go one win from World Series as back-to-back homers sink Dodgers

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Ukraine live: Romania probes possible drone attack on tanker

Romania on Wednesday was probing a possible fresh drone attack on a tanker off its Black Sea coast. Suspected Russian drones have hit several ships off Romania and neighbouring Bulgaria since last week in the latest spillover from the Ukraine war in the Black Sea. Follow our liveblog for the latest updates.

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Anthropic's third-quarter revenue is said to hit $16.8 billion ahead of IPO

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Russian attacks on Dnipropetrovsk Oblast kill 2, spark residential fires

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North Korea tested two types of sub-launched cruise missiles, state media says

Senior military officers observed the tests conducted Wednesday in the sea off North Korea’s east coast, Korean Central News Agency reported.

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Adelaide University to offer staff early retirements as financial woes grow

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Ukraine's pleas over Starlink have now reached Elon Musk

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Former stockman jailed for fatal attack on partner in NT town’s CBD

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Judge orders Benson student to remain in mental health facility, for now

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A shift in Ohio toward Democrats matter in elections that could determine control of the U.S. Congress for Trump’s final two years in office.

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