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The Story of One Mississippi County Shows How Private Schools Are Exacerbating Segregation

A new ProPublica analysis shows a stark pattern across states in the Deep South: Alongside majority-Black public school districts, a separate web of private academies are filled almost entirely with w...

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A Doctor at Cigna Said Her Bosses Pressured Her to Review Patients’ Cases Too Quickly. Cigna Threatened to Fire Her.

Cigna tracks every minute that its staff doctors spend deciding whether to pay for health care. Dr. Debby Day said her bosses cared more about being fast than being right: “Deny, deny, deny. That’s ho...

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No one's owning up to throttling Ukraine's military Starlink, and that's telling

Nearly 48 hours after Ukraine's Starshield terminals started mysteriously malfunctioning, nobody in Washington, nor at SpaceX, has taken responsibility for the apparent decision to hobble Ukrainian mi...

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ICE Agents Who Rammed a Worker in Houston Were Chasing a Dead Man, Family Says

ICE agents rammed a man during a pursuit in Houston, leaving him with a shattered leg. But a bulletin of the target shows a man who died in 2017, his daughter said.

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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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'Fishing, Family, Freedom': In Alaska, Democrats highlight salmon scarcity in hopes of flipping a Senate seat

In the vast American state where fishing remains a vital resource, the sharp rise in fuel prices could also jeopardize the reelection bid of Republican candidate Dan Sullivan on November 3. Mary Peltola, the Democratic candidate and daughter of a Yup'ik Indigenous woman, benefits from her strong local roots.

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UK to resupply Ukraine with more Storm Shadow missiles to strike Russia, Bloomberg reports

In a meeting in London on Oct. 14, President Volodymyr Zelensky and U.K. Prime Minister Andy Burnham agreed on a new shipment of missiles, Bloomberg reported, citing people familiar with the matter. N...

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Trump Says the Border Is Secure. Texas Gov. Greg Abbott Keeps Declaring an Emergency.

Since Texas Gov. Greg Abbott first declared an emergency at the border in 2021, he’s renewed or amended the proclamation at least 69 times. The proclamation has greatly expanded his powers without goi...

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Inside the latest pursuit of Ilhan Omar

The latest probe alleges the Minnesota lawmaker committed fraud on her citizenship application as a teenager.

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In Ecuador, fishermen are the collateral victims of American bombs

Under the pretext of waging a 'war' against 'narco-terrorists,' the US has targeted longline fishing vessels off the coast of the Andean country. Eight fishermen remain missing, and Washington has claimed responsibility for the deaths of 238 men in the Pacific and the Caribbean since late 2025. Human rights advocates have condemned what they call 'illegal killings.'

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Byron Donalds is pro data centers. So is his stock portfolio.

The Republican candidate for Florida governor is bucking the trend opposing these facilities.

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G7 countries pledge $2.5 billion to fight food insecurity

In announcing the pledge, French Finance Minister Roland Lescure said the World Bank identified 44 countries that may face food insecurity, notably due to fertiliser supply issues linked to energy price hikes after the US war on Iran.

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Brewers sweep the Dodgers in the NLCS to reach the World Series for the first time since 1982

Garrett Mitchell hit a go-ahead homer in the sixth inning, leading the Milwaukee Brewers to a 6-4 comeback win over the Los Angeles Dodgers in Game 4 of the National League Championship Series.

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Police say at least 2 were hospitalized after shooting at elementary school, and the shooter is dead

Two people were hospitalized Thursday following a shooting at an elementary school in Bend, Oregon, and the shooter is dead, authorities say.

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Israeli firm’s digital ads enabling installation of ‘zero-click’ spyware, researchers say

Discover-Tech’s Controlium software lets clients mass-profile internet users then covertly hack targets, say researchers at University of Toronto An Israeli advertising agency has been serving millions of online adverts that allow “zero-click” spyware to be used against targets, researchers at a Canadian university have said. Citizen Lab, a digital investigations research unit at the University of Toronto, said it believed dozens of devices at the Qatari broadcaster Al Jazeera had been compromised by spyware delivered through ads run by Discover-Tech, which describes itself as a specialised digital advertising agency. Continue reading...

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Katie Zacharia Admits Failing Bar, but Defends Calling Herself a Lawyer

In an interview with a right-wing influencer, the new White House press secretary also described the harried process that led to her hiring.

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Bloomberg: UK provides Ukraine with additional long-range Storm Shadow missiles

The UK is sending Ukraine more long-range Storm Shadow missiles to disrupt Russian military operations targeting civilian infrastructure before winter.

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America's billionaire capital is poised to gut public transit

Voters in the San Francisco Bay Area are split on a measure to rescue local transit. Disabled and low-income residents' mobility is on the line.

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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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FBI agents and analysts fired for roles in Trump classified files probe sue to get their jobs back

FBI employees fired for their roles in the investigation of President Donald Trump’s retention of classified documents at his Florida estate are suing to get their jobs back, calling their terminations unlawful acts of “political retribution.”

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Grace Hopper Confab’s Sudden Cancellation Raises Alarm for Women in Tech

The cancellation of this year’s Grace Hopper Celebration, one of the largest gatherings of women in technology, is the latest example of how the retreat from diversity initiatives is reshaping opportunities for women in tech.

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Why Is Tech Billionaire Marc Andreessen So Mad?

The prominent investor has said the Biden administration pushed him to the political right, but sources say his grievances don’t always match reality.

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Multiple people injured and shooter is killed in active shooter scene at Oregon elementary school, police say | CNN

Multiple people were injured, including children, and a shooter is dead after an active shooter situation at an elementary school in Bend, Oregon, according to police.

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Secret documents reveal donors behind $330 million for Trump’s ballroom

The records offer a panoramic view of a fundraising campaign that is extraordinary for its size and opacity.

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Ukraine resumes attacks on Russian oil refineries, officials say, after brief truce

Ukrainian drones attacked a refinery in Russia's Ryazan region early Thursday, hours after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said that a brief truce spurned by Moscow was over.

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U.S. holds more secret talks with Myanmar’s military-backed rulers in Tokyo, sources say

It was their second meeting in a month as Washington steps up reengagement with the generals it shunned after their 2021 coup.

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Police reveal identity of man found in a barrel in drought-stricken Lake Mead

The remains of Edward Lelburian Jackson were first discovered in 2022, and an initial autopsy revealed he was shot in the head decades ago

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Order to restrict Starlink’s operations in Ukraine came from White House, Reuters reports — Meduza

SpaceX restricted the operation of the military version of Starlink in Ukraine on orders from the White House, Reuters reported, citing unnamed sources. The sources did not specify who issued the…

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Carnival Cruises axes half of Australian fleet

Only two cruise ships will operate full-time in Australia for the country's 1.4 million cruise passengers.

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Chinese Firm Offers Russia $2.9 Million in Drone Tech to Help Strikes Deep Inside Ukraine – Investigation

The equipment allows drones to relay signals between one another, helping Russian UAVs maintain control and operate deeper inside Ukraine.

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Skillet Chicken With Black Beans, Rice and Chiles Recipe • 5★

Adapted from Diana Henry’s “From the Oven to the Table: Simple Dishes That Look After Themselves,” this true one-pot wonder of chicken, black beans, rice, tomatoes and chiles will make everyone at the table happy. As the chicken thighs roast, the cumin-scented rice soaks up all of the delicious juices.

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EXCLUSIVE: PetroChina set for record trading profit as war upends market, sources say

PetroChina is poised for a record year in trading profits, five trading executives said, with its refineries outside China reaping bumper margins amid tight global fuel markets as the ‌Iran war transforms the way Middle East oil is bought and sold.

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Gardaí regain control of official X accounts after hack

An Garda Síochána has confirmed it has regained control of social media accounts after a hack which saw "unauthorised access" to two official profiles on X.

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With more flights on the horizon, communities around Dublin Airport push for changes to air-quality monitoring

There are questions about who's doing the monitoring, what they're checking for, and whether all the monitors are even working.

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Premier defends attorney general over delayed child murder inquest

Western Australia's premier is defending his government's handling of persistent calls for an inquest into the deaths of three children murdered by their mother in the state's north.

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Live: Jillaroos begin home World Cup against Fetu Samoa

The all-conquering Jillaroos begin their women's Rugby League World Cup campaign against Samoa. Follow live.

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How Healey's first UK budget could ripple through markets

Britain's new finance minister, John Healey, delivers his first budget on October 28 against a backdrop of rising global borrowing costs and high energy prices due to the Iran war.

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Reliance Pushes Back as Musk Questions Starlink’s Delay in India

Reliance Industries Ltd., led by billionaire Mukesh Ambani, pushed back against suggestions that it is trying to keep Elon Musk’s Starlink Inc. out of India, saying its own satellite venture is still awaiting regulatory clearances.

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Another court declares Ohio school choice voucher program unconstitutional

Another court has declared Ohio's school choice voucher program unconstitutional. While leaving the EdChoice program in place for now, a three-judge panel of the 10th District appellate court affirmed a lower court ruling finding the program violates an Ohio constitutional provision requiring the st

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Britain’s Lib Dems are having a mini-meltdown. Here’s what’s going on.

A surprise resignation followed by an extremely long show of unity: Britain’s centrist force — a potential key player in a future coalition — doesn’t seem ready to topple its leader just yet.

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Homes with striking interiors for sale in England – in pictures

From a brick stable block renovated into an eco home to a Georgian townhouse painted in atmospheric shades of grey

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Romania Blames Russia as Attacks on 4 Black Sea Merchant Ships Kill 8 in 24 Hours

One of the civilian vessels was struck Thursday morning in Romania’s exclusive economic zone, with Romanian rescuers still searching for missing crew members.

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In Europe, the Trump shock factor is wearing off

European leaders are learning to shrug off the U.S. president’s provocations rather than scramble to contain the damage.

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Fate of current Spirit of Tasmania ferries unclear days before final voyages

With just over a week before their final Devonport–Geelong voyage, the future of ferries Spirit I and II remains unclear, with no word on where they'll be moored or what it will cost if they aren't sold in time.

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China ready to cooperate with EU in tackling global imbalances

China is ready for dialogue with the European Union to ‌improve communication on aspects of global economic governance and macro policy coordination, its finance minister told key bloc officials in Bangkok on Friday.

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The EU is facing Big Tech pressure to revamp its AI law

European Commission officials insist the 2023 law is strong enough to handle the security risks of the newest AI models.

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19 injured after Channel Tunnel collision between bus and train on French side

Nineteen people have been injured after a collision between a bus and a train on the French side of the Channel Tunnel.

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Budget showdown slips to November as Costa pushes for quick deal

Emmanuel Macron gave a big boost to the European Council president’s plan to end the negotiations by the end of the year.

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LIVE: Students in France continue blockades at schools

YouTube video by Reuters

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Trump and Putin’s ‘terrible’ alliance threatens to strain EU’s resolve on Ukraine

Several EU leaders want to revive the bitter debate over raiding Russia’s frozen assets to fund Ukraine’s war.

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