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Trump’s Own Mortgages Match His Description of Mortgage Fraud, Records Reveal

The Trump administration has argued that Fed board member Lisa Cook may have committed mortgage fraud by declaring more than one primary residence on her loans. We found Trump once did the very thing...

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Israeli settlers attack European delegation convoy in West Bank, beat French mayor

Israeli settlers have attacked a convoy carrying a European delegation in the occupied West Bank and beat up a French mayor, witnesses said Saturday.

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Trump waives latest Russia sanctions amid growing Ukraine-US tensions

U.S. President Donald Trump issued a broad waiver of sanctions under the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act on Oct. 16.

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No Kings turns its focus to voting this weekend. Here's what we know

The coalition behind nationwide anti-Trump protests is shifting its strategies this weekend to focus on voter turnout. Organizers say Saturday's events are a nonpartisan effort to get people to the polls.

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'Planned operation' — Zelensky confirms Ukraine's Starlink access not fully restored

Zelensky called the restrictions a "planned operation" targeting Ukraine, noting that Starlink speed limits remain in effect in Ukraine but not in EU countries.

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Trump puts new Russia sanctions passed by Congress on hold, saying waiver is in US national interest

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order that puts on hold a sweeping new sanctions package targeting the Russian economy, telling Congress the pause was in the national interest.

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'Putin feels joy' — Zelensky calls Trump's waiving of key Russia sanctions 'wrong'

President Volodymyr Zelensky said on oct. 17 U.S. President Donald Trump was "wrong" to further "block" sanctions against Russia, while expressing hope that he would do "everything possible" to stop t...

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In Albania, the 'Flamingo Revolution' radicalizes in response to the prime minister's 'contempt' and 'indifference'

Anti-government protests, held daily for four and a half months, have taken a new turn with demonstrators demanding the resignation of Edi Rama. This is unprecedented in Albania since the fall of the communist dictatorship in 1991.

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War in Ukraine: Europe stands united behind Kyiv but must revisit how to finance its support

Invited to the European leaders' summit in Brussels on Friday, Volodymyr Zelensky, weakened by what he called the 'betrayal' of Donald Trump, asked his allies for an additional €70 billion in aid for the year 2027.

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Congress members condemn Israeli settler attack on Washington Post photographer

Some lawmakers called for an investigation into the attack on veteran photojournalist Heidi Levine as she was reporting in the West Bank.

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Why I Left the Network

Those who need therapy often have to pay out of pocket or go without care, even if they have health insurance. Hundreds of mental health providers told us they fled networks because insurers made thei...

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Trump puts new Russia sanctions passed by Congress on hold amid deepening row with Ukraine

President signed the legislation championed by late senator Lindsey Graham last month but has waived the restrictions as they were due to come into effect Donald Trump has put on hold a sweeping new sanctions package targeting the Russian economy, telling Congress the pause on the legislation passed by both chambers was in the national interest. In an executive order on Friday, the US president said he was waiving many ⁠sanctions, restrictions and duties ⁠on Russia, in a move that comes as he has been publicly criticising ⁠Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelenskyy, including suggesting that Ukraine needs a new leader. Continue reading...

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How a retired Navajo Nation doctor earned a MacArthur genius grant for public art

Chip Thomas, a retired physician on the Navajo Reservation, is well known for his large photograhpic murals. Now, he's been recognized with a MacArthur "genius" grant.

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Pressure and violence against journalists intensify in Israel

Several Western media outlets have reported that their correspondents or special envoys have been denied entry into the country. Some, such as photographer Heidi Levine, have been assaulted by settlers in the occupied West Bank.

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Trump issues order to bypass Russian sanctions in bill named for late Lindsey Graham

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The fund used to defend President Trump in numerous cases is nearly $2M in debt

The Save America PAC has been used to fund Trump’s defense team in his hush money trial and his classified documents case

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Zelenskyy urges support for new US sanctions on Russia after Trump puts them on hold

Zelenskyy described the move as unfortunate, adding it would encourage Russia to continue its assault. Trump told Congress that the pause was in the national interest but gave no further details.

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How do you pull over a flying Tesla?

The regulatory ramifications of Elon Musk's latest publicity stunt.

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Trump’s Most Devoted Fans Forgave Him Everything. Then Came Epstein.

“We didn’t vote for the Epstein List to be covered up. We voted for Trump to arrest them."

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Trump waives many Russia-related sanctions, tariffs before they were to take effect under new law

US President Donald Trump said on Friday that he is waiving many sanctions, restrictions ‌and duties days before they were to take effect under a bill that he signed into law last month.

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Trump's decision to waive Russian sanctions outrages Congress, but no quick counter seen

Lawmakers from both parties blasted the executive order late Friday, the latest in a series of steps that the Republican president has taken drawing the United States closer to Russia's Vladimir Putin...

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Palantir patient data tech rejected by many NHS trusts in England

Exclusive: health bodies across country say controversial US firm’s data platform no better than systems already in use NHS organisations that care for millions of people in England are rejecting Palantir’s patient data technology, according to freedom of information responses that reveal health bosses believe they can find better or equal alternatives in many cases. Some health bodies said the £330m federated data platform (FDP) operated by the controversial US company had made it easier to manage waiting lists and has improved surgery scheduling. But, from Gateshead to Truro, others said they were declining to use it or had carried out trials and reverted to old systems. A Suffolk trust said other systems “supercede” the FDP’s functionality, while Greater Manchester’s care board called the Palantir system “duplicative” and “retrograde”. Continue reading...

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Army finalizes plans to return Confederate statue to Arlington National Cemetery

The Confederate Memorial was removed from the military burial grounds in 2023.

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Israeli settlers attack Palestinians during West Bank olive harvest and beat U.S. photojournalist

Israeli settlers attacked Palestinian villages across the occupied West Bank on Friday, setting fire to cars and trees and beating residents and a Washington Post photographer, in the latest violence...

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What makes the Oregon school shooting different – and what can be learned

There are many more questions to be answered about the deadly elementary school shooting in Bend, Oregon. To explore some of them, Amna Nawaz spoke with James Densley, professor and chair of criminolo...

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How to deal with spring weeds before they take over your garden

As Australia faces the springtime sun, it is peak season for wildflowers, exotic annuals and native shrubs. It is also a great time for weeds.

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Governor discusses impacts of Fono cuts to the FY2027 budget

Governor Pulaalii Nikolao Pula addressed the impacts of cuts that the Fono made to funding for health care in the Fiscal Year 2027 budget during his press conference on Wednesday. The Fono cut the local...

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GOP Lawmaker Pronounces Trump Agenda 'Dead' Following Russia Sanctions Reversal

Rep. Don Bacon (R-Neb.) on Saturday warned many fellow Republican lawmakers will no longer be supporting the president’s agenda.

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Need a new book? 15 new ones from 2026 you might have missed

Standout books from fall and summer 2026 include John Green's "Hollywood, Ending," an influencer's "Groundhog Day" and a warning about AI chatbots.

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49ers WR Mike Evans misses practice again. Does it put his playing vs. Commanders in doubt?

Wide receiver Mike Evans was a non-participant in practice for a third straight day, creating a question about his availability for the San Francisco 49ers Monday night vs. Washington.

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As Ukraine worries about Starlink access, Russia is developing a system to match it

Kyiv is pushing President Donald Trump for continued access to the military version of Elon Musk’s satellite internet service.

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'All I could see was flames': Norte fire hollows out Orange County homes

The Norte fire has burned more than 570 acres and damaged homes in San Clemente and San Juan Capistrano as firefighters battle Southern California blazes.

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How AI is helping track lobsters when 'no two shells are the same'

Artificial intelligence technology capable of recognising individual lobsters is being used in a bid to strengthen consumer trust — and even break into new markets.

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Shops looted and police cars attacked in France protests

At least 400 people have now been arrested at the protests, according to France's interior minister.

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Trump recycles ‘Dumocrats’ attacks at Kentucky rally ahead of midterms

‘The Republican Party is starting to look pretty good,’ Trump told supporters as polls suggest a potential midterm blue wave

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Siblings with same rare birth defect can walk after donated care

The family had never left its village on a tiny volcanic island until it got a life-changing offer abroad.

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Macron vows to hold rioters to account after day of major protests

Macron pledged to capture all those who incited chaos and hold them to account for the crimes they’ve committed. Prime Minister Lecornu meanwhile stressed that limited public funds cannot endlessly go towards funding the damage the vandals cause.

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Paramedics unable to respond to 'lights and sirens' cases while ramped

Halfway through the Crisafulli government's first-term, data shows ramping figures have only slightly improved since they took office.

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A lost knife, but a new love found for outback bladesmith

Grazier Bodie Hill falls in love with bladesmithing, carving his creations from recycled wood sourced from his remote 52,000-hectare property.

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Who lost their head on 'Tulsa King'? Stallone mourns Season 4 deaths

"Tulsa King" Season 4 opens with multiple deaths and one head in a bowling bag. Stallone breaks down two tragic losses and what they mean. Spoilers!

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Hurricane Trudy approaches Mexico coast as Typhoon Champi threatens Guam

Hurricane Trudy is moving toward Mexico’s southwestern and west-central Pacific coast and could strengthen through Saturday. That's according to the U.S.

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There’s a $11.25 billion housing bond on the ballot this November. Here’s what you should know

Supporters of Prop 1 say California desperately needs money make a dent in its homelessness and affordability crisis.

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A filmmaker spent years in an Elon Musk rabbit hole. Conclusion? ‘Sociopathic.’

As the tech titan’s power grew, “he became more and more self-centered,” said Alex Gibney, director of a mammoth new documentary out Friday.

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Egypt's Sisi seeks authorisation for defence assistance to Saudi Arabia

Egyptian president pledges 'any measure' to help defend Saudi Arabia 'if it is requested of us'.

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Israeli settlers attack European diplomats in West Bank

The attack on Palestinian civilians, European diplomats and a French mayor in the occupied West Bank comes a day after settlers beat an American photojournalist.

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The one baby name that experts say nobody is using - but totally needs to

The name ranked 6,250th most popular in the US in 2025

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Arkansas US Rep. French Hill seeks classified briefing on Trump waiving Russia sanctions | Arkansas Advocate

U.S. Rep. French Hill said Saturday he’s seeking a classified briefing to explain President Donald Trump’s decision to waive sanctions against Russia days before they were to take effect.

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Charleston No Kings organizers ask crowd to vote early in West Virginia • West Virginia Watch

Organizers of the No Kings rally in Charleston, West Virginia, had a simple message Saturday for the crowd who showed up to the state Capitol: vote early. The general election is Nov. 3 in West…

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Opinion | This Is One of the Saddest Facts About the Cornell Rape Case

Campus rape investigations are often riddled with problems — but eliminating them would be much worse.

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At least 9 California federal lawmakers targeted in nationwide mail threat

At least nine California federal lawmakers were among elected officials sent suspicious letters this week containing a white powdery substance.

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