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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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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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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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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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She Faced a Life-Threatening Miscarriage. Under Arkansas’ Abortion Ban, Even Calls to the Governor’s Office Didn’t Help.

Her case shows how abortion bans have left hospital lawyers, not doctors, deciding who gets care — and how lawmakers and regulators have failed to change that.

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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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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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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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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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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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Voters are furious about corruption

Public anger could finally make a difference at the polls.

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Some on DOJ's 20,000 "likely" noncitizen list in Calif. appear to be U.S.-born

Election officials in Los Angeles County say their preliminary analysis of the federal government's list of 20,000 "likely" noncitizens registered to vote in California shows the list is "unreliable."

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Zelensky confirms ballistic missile early warning systems operational after skipped alerts

"This is very important for our people, as we can know when a Russian ballistic missile is incoming. Therefore, this morning began with positive signals from the American side," President Volodymyr Ze...

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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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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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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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Donald Trump asked Texas for five more Republicans. Voters might have other plans.

"I'm meeting more fed-up Republicans than I ever have."

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Alberta votes to remain part of Canada in independence referendum

More than 75% of voters in the oil-rich province voted on Monday to remain in Canada. Alberta's separatist movement, fueled by lingering resentment toward Ottawa, differs from that of Quebec, where the independence debate has recently resurfaced on the political stage.

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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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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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EU's chief diplomat: US negotiators have been pushing Ukraine towards surrender for almost two years

Kaja Kallas, EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, states that Europe's support prevented Ukraine from surrendering under US pressure.

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World must cut emissions by 18% in four years ‘to find our way back’, UN says

Action needed to avoid disastrous overshoot of climate targets, according to organisation’s environment body

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Musk Gave Order to Slow Down Ukraine’s Starlink, WSJ Reports

A recent slowdown of the SpaceX’s Starlink satellite system that enables Ukraine to fend off deadly Russian aerial assaults came from an order by Elon Musk, the company’s chief executive officer, the Wall Street Journal reported on Tuesday.

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Trump’s latest moves back Russia, buck Congress and U.S. allies

Ukraine has been left reeling as President Donald Trump waives Russia sanctions and cuts a deal with Moscow to release diesel into the global market.

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US President Donald Trump said ‌on Wednesday that Stephen Hubbard, a 74-year-old US citizen ⁠held in Russian custody since 2022, had just been released from prison.

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After Suffering A Tragic Loss, Comic KevOnStage Found Comfort In Comedy. He Hopes You Can, Too.

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The Family Rules You Thought Were Normal Until You Visited Someone Else's House

“We did not let anyone into the room unless we had guests over. I used to think that every house had such a room that had to be preserved like a museum.”

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Forget 10,000 Steps — Walking 3,000 Steps A Day Can Protect Against Alzheimer's Disease

A study suggests that a surprisingly modest daily walking goal could make a difference for your brain as you age.

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Thief who threatened to 'chop teen victim's arm' tasered in McDonalds

The man was sentenced to 13 years in prison after he pleaded guilty to robbery, possessing a knife in a public place, and possession of cannabis with intent to supply

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Why the UK could see a winter of floods - as first named storm of season arrives

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Major sellers increased sales on Ozon after Ukrainian drone strikes hit Wildberries — Meduza

The Russian business daily Kommersant reported that major sellers’ share of sales on the Russian e-commerce platform Ozon rose to 60% by the end of summer 2026, citing data from MPStats Data.

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NFL Defends Treatment of Star Quarterback Who Played With Blood Clot

After Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts was diagnosed with pulmonary emboli, the NFL players union called for an investigation into why he was allowed to take the field in London this month.

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Californians Are Warding Off Wildfires by Trading Lush Lawns for Stone and Steel

A proposed state mandate and shrinking insurance options are pushing homeowners to turn a critical 5-foot zone around their homes into a fire buffer.

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Israel links France's October 17 violence to Islam and support for Palestinians

As the weekend's footage circulated widely in Israel, commentary about France, its political leadership, diplomatic stance and integration model grew especially harsh. Several political leaders have called on French Jews to move to Israel.

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Musk’s SpaceX ambitions may be ‘dangerous’ for Europe, warns EU lawmaker

EU must protect sector from foreign rivals, says parliament’s lead negotiator on telecoms reform

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Is Elon Musk the October surprise? Read more in today’s WSJ Politics Newsletter

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The conversational AI text-to-video generator is looking for a brand marketing boost as it nears $250 million in annual recurring revenue.

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US Democratic congressional nominee Lander detained by Israeli authorities in West Bank

Brad Lander, an ally of New York Mayor Zohran Mamdani ‌who is running for the US Congress next month, was among 90 individuals detained by Israeli authorities in ⁠the occupied West Bank on Tuesday while accompanying Palestinian farmers harvesting olives, according to Rabbis for Human rights, an Israeli rights group.

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Bono says he has 'no problem' with rich people paying more for U2 tickets

Bono said U2 has little control over concert pricing, but he's fine with wealthier fans paying more for premium tickets 'if they want to'.

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Democrats gain ground with AAPI adults as trust in Republicans fades, AP-NORC/AAPI Data poll finds | Arkansas Advocate

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The Baltimore radio host and speech therapist who led with humor

Alan Courduff, a longtime Baltimore radio personality and speech therapist, died Aug. 25 of complications from heart disease. He was 75.

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Cheaper manufactured homes could be having a moment, if only states can catch up | Arkansas Advocate

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Baku championships showcase rising standards in global sumo

The technical level of international amateur sumo is rising, with fewer mismatches and more competitive countries at the World Championships.

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Birth centers are linked to better health outcomes, research shows, but 10 states have none | Arkansas Advocate

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