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Gavin Newsom backs measure to kill the billionaire tax and ban future wealth taxes

Gov. Gavin Newsom isn't just fighting the billionaire tax. He's backing Prop. 42, which would ban future wealth taxes in California, too.

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Pope Leo declares death penalty 'inadmissible' as his native US plans to livestream execution

Pope Leo XIV has declared capital punishment "inadmissible.” He has penned a social media post for the World Day Against the Death Penalty, as his native United States announced plans to livestream an execution by firing squad.

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Third Yandex data center in Russia shut down following reported drone attack

On Oct. 10, Yandex updated its user agreement to include drone and missile attacks among circumstances of force majeure that could exempt the company from contractual obligations.

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Soldiers seriously wounded in Iranian drone strike tell AP the military's medical system failed them

Some U.S. soldiers gravely wounded in the deadliest Iran strike on American troops say the military medical system failed them.

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'Will only lead to more slaughter' — bipartisan backlash erupts in US over Trump-Russia diesel deal

Lawmakers from both major parties argued the move would undermine recently enacted sanctions against Russia, potentially provide Moscow with billions of dollars in revenue, and contradict Congress's e...

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Trump claims Ukraine, Russia agreed to energy ceasefire — Kyiv has no information about it

Ukraine has no information about an energy ceasefire that U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Oct. 11, a senior Ukrainian official told the Kyiv Independent.

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Christian nationalism in Britain driven by people who seldom go to church, says report

Research challenges the notion that the growing visibility of crosses and other symbols reflects a revival of Christianity Christian nationalism in Britain is being driven largely by people who rarely attend church and are more concerned with defending the country’s Christian heritage, according to research. The report, by the thinktank Theos, identified five different groups within the UK in a survey that looked at their attitudes to Christianity and Britishness. Continue reading...

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You’re sexually assaulted. You report. And police make you the suspect.

Police unleash a slew of interrogation techniques meant for criminal suspects on vulnerable people.

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Trump suggests ‘Ocean of Americas’ as new name for Atlantic or Pacific

The president also floated the idea of naming an ocean after himself.

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Andy Burnham says it is clear Russia interfered in Brexit vote

PM says he asked question upon entering No 10 but does not reveal who gave him ‘clear answer’ that Russia meddled Andy Burnham has said it is clear Russia interfered in the Brexit referendum, after seeking answers on the Kremlin’s involvement in the 2016 vote when he entered Downing Street. Burnham said he had asked whether Moscow had attempted to influence the referendum and received a confirmation that it had. Continue reading...

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Trump says Russia and Ukraine agree to 'energy ceasefire,' Zelensky says 'news for me'

Donald Trump said Russia and Ukraine had agreed to halt strikes on each other's energy infrastructure. Russia did not comment.

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Kimberly Guilfoyle's grifting scandal keeps getting worse

Trump's ice-cold response to the "honey" packed corruption allegations is pretty telling.

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Video – Epstein scandal: How Jeffrey Epstein used Woody Allen to expand his network

The millions of documents released by the US Department of Justice reveal that Jeffrey Epstein invested significant amounts of money and energy in building his friendship with filmmaker Woody Allen. Le Monde traced nine years of correspondence between the two men, from their first meeting to Epstein's death in 2019.

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'He's not coming back': Months after deadly Iranian attack, families of soldiers struggle to cope

Families of American soldiers killed and wounded in the deadliest attack on U.S. forces during the war with Iran are still grappling with grief and lifelong injuries more than seven months later.

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Hundreds of doctors demand World Medical Association suspend Israel

Physicians accuse Israeli Medical Association of remaining silent as Palestinian healthcare is systematically destroyed.

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Trump says Ukraine should ‘get a new president’ after U.S.-Russia diesel deal

Ukraine’s Zelensky "wants to make problems for the world," Trump said Saturday, a day after praising Russia’s Putin.

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Zelenskyy urges Trump to endorse 'energy ceasefire' with Russia

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It's taking longer to find a new job after losing one

People who lose their jobs in this economy are taking longer to find new work. Nearly four in ten people exhaust their unemployment benefits before they land a new job.

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Strike at Riyadh airport kills 12, Saudi coalition vows 'decisive' response

The coalition blamed Yemen's Houthis for the strike on King Khalid International Airport, describing it as a 'full-fledged war crime.'

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Kyiv Pushes Back On Trump’s Call For A New Ukrainian President As Drones Hit Russian Data Hub

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Left in the Dust: How a Billionaire-Owned Concrete Plant Took Over a Detroit Community

After a Moroun-owned company erected a concrete plant in a quiet neighborhood with the aid of the city, residents began battling clouds of dust and other problems. They say local and state officials h...

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Reshaped civil rights mission at Justice Department transforms its work, workforce

Harmeet Dhillon has pushed out hundreds of longtime attorneys, replaced many with inexperienced ideological allies, and used the division's enforcement powers to pursue the president's agenda.

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Trump Says He Should Have Won ‘8 Nobel Peace Prizes’ After Being Snubbed

The president took to social media on Friday and Saturday to criticize the choice of Navi Pillay and disparage the Norwegian Nobel Committee.

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Trump announces partial ceasefire in Ukraine war as Zelenskyy says deal is ‘news to me’

Ukrainian president earlier rejected US call for Kyiv to stop bombing oil refineries, saying Moscow must first end attacks on energy infrastructure * US politics – live updates Donald Trump has announced an energy ceasefire between Ukraine and Russia, apparently without consulting Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who said the deal to stop long-range attacks was “news to me”. In a social media post, the US president claimed the two sides had reached an agreement. “Effective immediately, there is an ENERGY CEASEFIRE in the War between Russia and Ukraine. Both parties have agreed. Do not break it!” he wrote on Truth Social. Continue reading...

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ICE targets Hong Kong exiles in US despite deportation protections

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'SNL' takes aim at Kevin O'Leary and his Utah data center: 'I'm going to make the future go away'

James Austin Johnson played Kevin O'Leary on "Saturday Night Live" this week, addressing the dispute around the investor's Utah data center project.

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Whether you work in an office or on a jobsite, you need a durable, easy-to-clean lunch box. We found 10 that suit a range of lunchtime needs.

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Trump, Rubio Weigh Firing Kimberly Guilfoyle After Mounting Reports Of Improper Conduct

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French Social democratic Raphaël Glucksmann wins primary

With more than 66% in the primary, French MEP Raphaël Glucksmann is chosen as the social-democratic candidate for France’s 2027 presidential election. On X, he insists that "a left true to its values can unite, govern and win".

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At least 139 migrants dead, dozens missing after boat capsizes off Djibouti coast

The boat was traveling from Djibouti to Yemen when it capsized on Thursday night or Friday morning, according to the IOM. More than 80 people survived, all of them Ethiopian nationals, it said.

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Over 100 Migrants Are Dead After Boat Capsizes Near Djibouti

The shipwreck is among the deadliest ever recorded on the route to Yemen, the International Organization for Migration said. Dozens remain missing, and the bodies of 15 children were recovered.

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GOP Senator Says Hegseth 'Needs To Get The Hell Out Of The Department Of Defense'

Sen. Thom Tillis said voting for Hegseth is the “biggest regret of my career.”

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Mullin defends execution livestream, dismisses radicalization concerns

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Slick Thurles Sarsfields beat Moycarkey-Borris to win Tipperary SHC title

No fairytale finish for Moycarkey-Borris as Thurles win 37th title, their first in nine seasons

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Greens push for right to sue big tech as Labor axes ministerial powers

The Greens outline demands for stronger protections and tougher penalties for tech giants, as Labor seeks a way through the Senate for its digital safety laws.

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Greens call to block 'shocking and barbaric' US execution live stream

It comes after US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said he would make sure the public could watch the December 3 execution of Nidal Malik Hasan.

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One-Pot Roman Chicken Cacciatore With Potatoes Recipe • 5★

In this all-in-one dinner, hard-working potatoes and chicken thighs bathe in a tangy and savory rosemary-perfumed sauce. In place of the tomatoes commonly found in cacciatore dishes, the acidity in this Roman-inspired version comes from white wine and vinegar, along with punchy capers.

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Danny Trejo denies being ‘pro ICE’ after being cast in new pro-ICE movie

Trejo is set to star in ‘Pawn Shop’, a controversial film being produced by Ben Shapiro’s Daily Wire

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MEPs warn Irish EU budget plan is ‘short‑sighted’ and risks ‘historic failure’ as cuts of €141bn spare farm and cohesion funds

MEPs have instantly rejected a budget proposal by the Irish government, setting the scene for an institutional battle over the 2028-34 EU spending plan.

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What it's like to live and work in Antarctica

Winnie Yum and her partner Nelson Athanasiou had to navigate the reality of putting their lives and careers in Australia on hold for 12 months after being accepted for roles at Davis Research Station.

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Take a stroll down memory lane with this week's history quiz

Test your knowledge of Practical Magic, Australian opera singers, major scientific breakthroughs, and more.

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The punks trying to reclaim the internet from 'big tech'

This might be a (raspberry) pie in the sky plan, but it's part of a global movement searching for answers to digital sovereignty and tech resilience.

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Halfway through the school day, their classroom became a crime scene

A small town is searching for answers after two students were shot dead at school. All signs point to a new wave of extremism in the form of a little-known online community.

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Trump says Russia and Ukraine reach energy ceasefire 'effective immediately'

President Donald Trump said Ukraine and Russia agreed to what he called an "energy ceasefire," hours after Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy pushed back against U.S. pressure.

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Aviva Bechky joins S.F. Chronicle to cover South Bay restaurants

The Chronicle is thrilled to announce Aviva Bechky is joining the newsroom to report on the booming food scenes in the South Bay and on the Peninsula.

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Zelenskyy Disputes Trump Ceasefire Claim, Houthi Airport Attacks - Bloomberg

Bloomberg News Now is a comprehensive audio report of today's top stories. Hear the latest news, updated throughout the day, covering global business stories in just a few minutes.

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How Ukraine uses precision drone strikes to hobble Russian oil refineries

Kyiv’s drone operators are targeting critical components that are hard to repair because of international sanctions. The attacks are damaging Russia’s economy.

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Passenger terminal in Riyadh airport hit again, a day after deadly strike killed at least 12

The strike on King Khalid International Airport, the deadliest on Saudi soil in more than a decade, marked a major escalation in the war between Yemen's Iran-backed Houthis and the kingdom.

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Deloitte used automation for Australian grant contract worth $2.2M

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Pakistan's president declares state of emergency in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province run by Imran Khan's party

The president of Pakistan has declared a state of emergency in the country's northwestern Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province.

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