Today: November 01, 2024
Today: November 01, 2024

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Election|Opinion|Political|US

Former WaPo executive: Timing of newspaper’s decision not to endorse a candidate is ‘highly suspect’

Marty Baron, former executive editor of the Washington Post, explains to CNN's Michael Smerconish why he believes the newspaper's decision not to support a presidential candidate is a bad idea and why the timing of the decision is "highly suspect."

Former WaPo executive: Timing of newspaper’s decision not to endorse a candidate is ‘highly suspect’
Celebrity|Entertainment|Opinion|Political|US

Hear what Trump told Joe Rogan his plans are for RFK Jr.

Former President Donald Trump recorded an interview with podcast host Joe Rogan in which he said he plans to work with RFK Jr., whose views on vaccines Rogan has supported.

Hear what Trump told Joe Rogan his plans are for RFK Jr.
Election|Political|US

'Take our lives seriously,' Michelle Obama pleads as she rallies for Kamala Harris in Michigan

Michelle Obama delivered a searing speech in support of Kamala Harris during a rally in Kalamazoo, Michigan

'Take our lives seriously,' Michelle Obama pleads as she rallies for Kamala Harris in Michigan
Election|Europe|Political|World

Georgia’s pro-Western president condemns ‘troubling incidents of violence’ at polling stations with crucial vote underway

Georgia’s pro-Western president condemns ‘troubling incidents of violence’ at polling stations with crucial vote underway

Georgia’s pro-Western president condemns ‘troubling incidents of violence’ at polling stations with crucial vote underway
MidEast|Political|World

Five things to know about Israel's attack on Iran

Israel delivered its long-expected response to Iranian missile attacks by carrying out a series of airstrikes against the Islamic Republic

Five things to know about Israel's attack on Iran
Election|Political|US

A century after Native Americans got the right to vote, they could put Trump or Harris over the top

In the waning days of the presidential campaign, former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris are courting Native American voters in states where their vote could swing some of the most hotly contested counties in the country

A century after Native Americans got the right to vote, they could put Trump or Harris over the top
MidEast|Political|World

Middle East latest: Trump, Harris address Israeli airstrikes on Iran amid US presidential campaigns

Israel has unleashed predawn airstrikes against military sites in Iran

Middle East latest: Trump, Harris address Israeli airstrikes on Iran amid US presidential campaigns
MidEast|Political|World

Israel's first open attack on Iran targets missile sites and apparently spares oil and nuclear ones

Israel has attacked Iran with pre-dawn airstrikes in retaliation for the barrage of ballistic missiles the Islamic Republic fired on Israel earlier this month

Israel's first open attack on Iran targets missile sites and apparently spares oil and nuclear ones
MidEast|Political|World

British PM Starmer says Iran should not respond to Israeli strikes

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on Saturday Iran should not respond to a wave of Israeli strikes, urging restraint on all sides.

British PM Starmer says Iran should not respond to Israeli strikes
Opinion|Political|US

A down-ballot candidate from the right throws a wrench into the Indiana governor's race

Indiana is about as Republican as a state can be

A down-ballot candidate from the right throws a wrench into the Indiana governor's race
Political|US

Jim Jordan failed to become speaker last year. But his rise in the GOP may not be over yet

Rep. Jim Jordan's leadership ambitions have been vividly apparent, if unspoken, in recent months

Jim Jordan failed to become speaker last year. But his rise in the GOP may not be over yet
Celebrity|Election|Political|US

Trump rally at Madison Square Garden follows a long tradition in politics

The rally Republican Donald Trump is planning for Madison Square Garden on Sunday follows a long line of political events at the storied New York City arena

Trump rally at Madison Square Garden follows a long tradition in politics
Business|Economy|Political|Technology|US|World

Elon Musk has met with politicians from at least 13 different countries: Here’s what he has talked about

Elon Musk has met with politicians from at least 13 different countries: Here’s what he has talked about

Elon Musk has met with politicians from at least 13 different countries: Here’s what he has talked about
Election|Opinion|Political|US

Freedom Caucus chair says he was taken out of context on legislature deciding presidential electors

The chairman of the House Freedom Caucus says news reports that quoted him saying the North Carolina Legislature should consider allocating the state’s presidential electors to Donald Trump before the votes are counted were taken out of context

Freedom Caucus chair says he was taken out of context on legislature deciding presidential electors
Political|Local

California brings Amsterdam coffee shop culture to local cannabis shop

New California law allows cannabis cafes to serve food and host entertainment, transforming dispensaries into Amsterdam-style establishments.

California brings Amsterdam coffee shop culture to local cannabis shop
Political|US

Military investigation into incident during Trump’s controversial Arlington Cemetery still ongoing, Army report says

Military investigation into incident during Trump’s controversial Arlington Cemetery still ongoing, Army report says

Military investigation into incident during Trump’s controversial Arlington Cemetery still ongoing, Army report says
Election|Opinion|Political|US

Trump-appointed appeals court judges say Mississippi is violating federal law with mail ballot deadline but don’t block it

Trump-appointed appeals court judges say Mississippi is violating federal law with mail ballot deadline but don’t block it

Trump-appointed appeals court judges say Mississippi is violating federal law with mail ballot deadline but don’t block it
Election|Political

RFK Jr asks US Supreme Court to remove his name from Michigan ballot

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. asked the U.S.

RFK Jr asks US Supreme Court to remove his name from Michigan ballot
Election|Political|US

Court says Mississippi can't count late ballots but the ruling doesn't affect Nov. 5 vote

A conservative federal court says Mississippi cannot count mail-in ballots that arrive shortly after Election Day

Court says Mississippi can't count late ballots but the ruling doesn't affect Nov. 5 vote
Election|Opinion|Political|US

Washington Post becomes second major US newspaper this week to not endorse a presidential candidate

The Washington Post says it won't endorse a candidate for president in this year’s tightly contested race and would avoid doing so in the future

Washington Post becomes second major US newspaper this week to not endorse a presidential candidate
News|Political

Sexual assault allegations against State rep prompt Attorney General investigation

Investigation into Michigan State Rep. Neil Friske transfers to AG Dana Nessel's office following June incident involving allegations of sexual assault and weapons violations.

Sexual assault allegations against State rep prompt Attorney General investigation
Political|Science|Technology|World

NASA chief calls for investigation into report that Musk and Putin have spoken regularly

NASA chief calls for investigation into report that Musk and Putin have spoken regularly

NASA chief calls for investigation into report that Musk and Putin have spoken regularly
Election|Opinion|Political|US

Two more LA Times editorial board members resign after the paper withholds a Harris endorsement

Two more members of the Los Angeles Times editorial board have resigned after the newspaper’s owner blocked its plan to endorse Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris for president

Two more LA Times editorial board members resign after the paper withholds a Harris endorsement
Election|Political|US

Federal judge halts Virginia’s pre-election voter roll purge aimed at suspected noncitizens

Federal judge halts Virginia’s pre-election voter roll purge aimed at suspected noncitizens

Federal judge halts Virginia’s pre-election voter roll purge aimed at suspected noncitizens
MidEast|Political|World

With no exit strategy for Israel in Gaza, critics fear an open-ended stay

Retired Israeli general Giora Eiland believes Israel faces months of fighting in Gaza unless Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu uses the chance

With no exit strategy for Israel in Gaza, critics fear an open-ended stay
Political|World

Russian soldiers heard complaining about North Korean soldiers in intercepted audio

Russian soldiers have been heard raising concerns about how North Korean soldiers will be commanded and provided with ammunition and military kit, leaked intercepts obtained by the Defense Intelligence of Ukraine show. CNN’s former Moscow Bureau Chief Nathan Hodge reports.

Russian soldiers heard complaining about North Korean soldiers in intercepted audio
Europe|Political|World

Ukraine's Zelenskyy says North Korean troops are poised to join the war, cancels UN chief's visit

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy claims North Korean troops are poised to be deployed by Russia on the battlefield in Ukraine as early as this weekend

Ukraine's Zelenskyy says North Korean troops are poised to join the war, cancels UN chief's visit
Election|Political|US

Why we may not know the winner of the US presidential election on Nov. 5

The U.S. presidential election will take place on Nov. 5, but the winner of the razor-thin race between Democrat Kamala Harris and Republican Donald Trump may not be known for

Why we may not know the winner of the US presidential election on Nov. 5
Election|Europe|Opinion|Political|World

As Georgia votes, fears of a stolen election and a return to the Kremlin’s orbit loom large

As Georgia votes, fears of a stolen election and a return to the Kremlin’s orbit loom large

As Georgia votes, fears of a stolen election and a return to the Kremlin’s orbit loom large
Health|Opinion|Political|US

Expanding abortion access strengthens democracy, while abortion bans signal broader repression − worldwide study

Research shows that when abortion rights are on the ballot, democracy wins − including in the US.

Expanding abortion access strengthens democracy, while abortion bans signal broader repression − worldwide study
Asia|Political|US|World

Thousands of North Korean troops in Russia. What does that mean for the war with Ukraine?

American and South Korean officials say there's evidence that thousands of North Korean troops are now in Russia near Ukraine’s border

Thousands of North Korean troops in Russia. What does that mean for the war with Ukraine?
Election|Political|US

What to expect in Pennsylvania on Election Day

Pennsylvania voters are expected to play a pivotal role in the Nov. 5 general election, with control of the White House and both chambers of Congress and the state Legislature hanging in the balance

What to expect in Pennsylvania on Election Day
Election|Political|US

What to expect in Michigan on Election Day

Michigan may play a decisive role in a presidential election for the third consecutive time

What to expect in Michigan on Election Day
MidEast|News|Political|US|World

US disputes report of Netanyahu, Blinken talk on Israeli troops on Gaza border

The United States on Tuesday disputed a report that cited Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu as saying he might have convinced U.S.

US disputes report of Netanyahu, Blinken talk on Israeli troops on Gaza border
MidEast|News|Political|World

Iran says it will not take ‘hasty action’ against Israel for killing of Hamas political leader

Iran says it will not take ‘hasty action’ against Israel for killing of Hamas political leader

Iran says it will not take ‘hasty action’ against Israel for killing of Hamas political leader
Europe|MidEast|Political

Britain, Israel leaders agree regional de-escalation is in everyone's interests

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Israel's premier Benjamin Netanyahu on Tuesday agreed that regional de-escalation was in everyone’s interests, Starmer's office said in a

Britain, Israel leaders agree regional de-escalation is in everyone's interests
Americas|Crime|News|Political|US|World

Haitian ex-President Martelly hit with U.S. sanctions, accused of facilitating drug trade

The U.S. has imposed sanctions on the former president of Haiti, Michel Joseph Martelly, following accusations that he abused his influence to facilitate drug trafficking into the U.S. and sponsored gangs that have contributed to instability in the Caribbean country

Haitian ex-President Martelly hit with U.S. sanctions, accused of facilitating drug trade
Opinion|Political|US

Takeaways from the memoir of Lunden Roberts, mother of Hunter Biden’s child in Arkansas

Takeaways from the memoir of Lunden Roberts, mother of Hunter Biden’s child in Arkansas

Takeaways from the memoir of Lunden Roberts, mother of Hunter Biden’s child in Arkansas
Election|News|Opinion|Political|US

Obamas close DNC's second night with rousing Harris endorsement and pointed warnings about Trump

Warning of a difficult fight ahead, former President Barack Obama and Michelle Obama have called on the nation to embrace Kamala Harris in urgent messages to the Democratic National Convention that were at times both hopeful and ominous

Obamas close DNC's second night with rousing Harris endorsement and pointed warnings about Trump
MidEast|News|Political|US|World

Israel-Hamas war latest: Blinken visits Gaza mediators in pursuit of cease-fire deal

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken has visited fellow mediators Egypt and Qatar as he presses ahead with the latest diplomatic mission to secure a cease-fire in the war in Gaza, even as Hamas and Israel signal that challenges remain

Israel-Hamas war latest: Blinken visits Gaza mediators in pursuit of cease-fire deal
Election|News|Political|US|Videos

‘We have him on the run now’: Hillary Clinton slams Trump during DNC speech

In her speech at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton received a standing ovation, praised Vice President Kamala Harris and slammed former President Donald Trump.

‘We have him on the run now’: Hillary Clinton slams Trump during DNC speech
Election|News|Political|US

Takeaways from the first night of the Democratic National Convention

Takeaways from the first night of the Democratic National Convention

Takeaways from the first night of the Democratic National Convention
Election|Political|US

Audience reacts to Harris’ unexpected entry on night one

Vice President Kamala Harris, the Democratic nominee for president, delivered remarks on the first night of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago to a roaring crowd.

Audience reacts to Harris’ unexpected entry on night one
Asia|Australia|Political

Indonesia and Australia finalize new bilateral defense treaty

Indonesia and Australia have finalized a new bilateral defense treaty that will enhance the neighboring nations’ ability to operate their militaries in each other’s territory

Indonesia and Australia finalize new bilateral defense treaty
Election|News|Opinion|Political|US

As his campaign sharpens attacks on Harris, Trump remains fixated on Biden

As his campaign sharpens attacks on Harris, Trump remains fixated on Biden

As his campaign sharpens attacks on Harris, Trump remains fixated on Biden
Lifestyle|News|Political|US

Missouri now requires proof of surgery or court order for gender changes on IDs

Missouri residents now will need proof of surgery or a court order to change their gender on driver's licenses

Missouri now requires proof of surgery or court order for gender changes on IDs
Crime|News|Political|US

Manhattan DA’s office doesn’t oppose Trump’s request to delay next month’s sentencing

Manhattan DA’s office doesn’t oppose Trump’s request to delay next month’s sentencing

Manhattan DA’s office doesn’t oppose Trump’s request to delay next month’s sentencing
Europe|News|Political|World

Modi to visit Ukraine, weeks after Kyiv condemned Indian PM for hugging Putin in Moscow

Modi to visit Ukraine, weeks after Kyiv condemned Indian PM for hugging Putin in Moscow

Modi to visit Ukraine, weeks after Kyiv condemned Indian PM for hugging Putin in Moscow
News|Political|US

House Republicans release their impeachment report on Biden but the next steps are uncertain

House Republicans have released their initial impeachment inquiry report on President Joe Biden

House Republicans release their impeachment report on Biden but the next steps are uncertain
MidEast|News|Political|US|World

Blinken says Israel has agreed to US proposal to close remaining gaps on ceasefire deal and calls on Hamas to do the same

Blinken says Israel has agreed to US proposal to close remaining gaps on ceasefire deal and calls on Hamas to do the same

Blinken says Israel has agreed to US proposal to close remaining gaps on ceasefire deal and calls on Hamas to do the same
MidEast|News|Political|World

Former Saudi official alleges Prince Mohammed forged king's signature on Yemen war decree

A former Saudi official has alleged that Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman forged his father’s signature on the royal decree that launched the kingdom’s yearslong, stalemated war against Yemen’s Houthi rebels

Former Saudi official alleges Prince Mohammed forged king's signature on Yemen war decree
MidEast|News|Political|US|World

What is the latest on the high-stakes negotiations over a cease-fire in Gaza?

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is set to meet with Israel’s prime minister on Monday as mediators say they are closing in on a deal to halt the war in Gaza and free hostages captured by Hamas

What is the latest on the high-stakes negotiations over a cease-fire in Gaza?
Election|News|Opinion|Political|US

Biden gets a rousing ovation from Democrats as he gives Harris an enthusiastic endorsement

President Joe Biden has delivered his valedictory address to the Democratic National Convention, saying, “I gave my best to you.”

Biden gets a rousing ovation from Democrats as he gives Harris an enthusiastic endorsement
News|Political|World

Prince Harry and Meghan meet with Afro-Colombian leaders to wrap up their first visit to Colombia

Prince Harry and his wife Meghan have wrapped up their visit to Colombia by participating in a forum on the challenges facing women of African descent as they participate in politics

Prince Harry and Meghan meet with Afro-Colombian leaders to wrap up their first visit to Colombia
News|Opinion|Political|US

Indian American Muslim group cancels parade participation amid float controversy

Indian American Muslim group cancels parade participation amid float controversy

Indian American Muslim group cancels parade participation amid float controversy
Election|News|Political|US

Convention delegates will nominate Harris, again. This time, there's less suspense and more pizzazz

It’s been nearly two weeks since Vice President Kamala Harris officially won the Democratic presidential nomination in an online vote

Convention delegates will nominate Harris, again. This time, there's less suspense and more pizzazz
Election|News|Opinion|Political|US

Why Iowa Republicans who once opposed Trump are ready to vote for him

Why Iowa Republicans who once opposed Trump are ready to vote for him

Why Iowa Republicans who once opposed Trump are ready to vote for him
MidEast|News|Political|US|World

Blinken, on ninth Mideast trip since Gaza war began, seeks cease-fire momentum as talks to resume

U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken will use his ninth diplomatic mission to the Middle East since the start of the Israel-Hamas war to press for the quick conclusion of an elusive cease-fire agreement

Blinken, on ninth Mideast trip since Gaza war began, seeks cease-fire momentum as talks to resume
Election|News|Political|Sports|US

Harris and Walz make small-town stops and campaign phone calls on Pennsylvania bus tour before DNC

Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris and running mate Tim Walz gave pep talks to campaign volunteers and a high school football team Sunday

Harris and Walz make small-town stops and campaign phone calls on Pennsylvania bus tour before DNC
Election|News|Political|US

With Harris at helm, Democrats meet with new hope and some old worries

In the five weeks since U.S President Joe Biden abandoned his flailing reelection bid, the Democratic Party's fortunes have changed dramatically, and this week the change

With Harris at helm, Democrats meet with new hope and some old worries
News|Political|World

North Korea condemns Ukraine's incursion into Russia as act of terror

North Korea condemned Ukraine's incursion into Russia as an unforgivable act of terror backed by Washington and the West, adding it would always stand with Russia as it seeks to

North Korea condemns Ukraine's incursion into Russia as act of terror
Election|News|Opinion|Political|US

Harris and Trump offer worlds-apart contrasts on top issues in presidential race

This year’s presidential race is a genuine contest of ideas between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump

Harris and Trump offer worlds-apart contrasts on top issues in presidential race
News|Opinion|Political|Sports

Trump again decries two gold medalist Olympic athletes, falsely labeling the female boxers as men

Former President Donald Trump has again decried two gold medalist Olympic athletes, falsely labeling the female boxers as men

Trump again decries two gold medalist Olympic athletes, falsely labeling the female boxers as men
Election|News|Political|US

Harris likely to join Biden on Chicago convention stage on Monday

Vice President Kamala Harris is likely to join President Joe Biden on stage at the Democratic National Convention in Chicago on Monday as he

Harris likely to join Biden on Chicago convention stage on Monday
News|Political|World

Ukraine offensive doesn't alter Western anti-escalation stance, Poland says

Ukraine is reaping "huge political gains" from its military offensive into western Russia but the incursion is not altering the "anti-

Ukraine offensive doesn't alter Western anti-escalation stance, Poland says
Africa|Crime|News|Political|World

Sudan's paramilitary fighters killed 85 people in an attack on a central village, residents say

Fighters from Sudan’s paramilitary group have rampaged through a central village, looting and burning and killing at least 85 people, including women and children

Sudan's paramilitary fighters killed 85 people in an attack on a central village, residents say
Election|News|Political|US

The facts behind Vance and Walz’s military record

CNN's Sara Murray looks at the formative military service of the Vice Presidential nominees, Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Ohio Sen. JD Vance.

The facts behind Vance and Walz’s military record
Election|Political|US

What those who served with them say about the VP nominees’ time in the military

What those who served with them say about the VP nominees’ time in the military

What those who served with them say about the VP nominees’ time in the military
Election|News|Political|US

Biden prepares to open Democratic convention with push to elect Harris

Biden prepares to open Democratic convention with push to elect Harris

Biden prepares to open Democratic convention with push to elect Harris
News|Political|World

Walz's China experience draws GOP attacks, but Beijing isn't counting on better ties

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz has a history with China

Walz's China experience draws GOP attacks, but Beijing isn't counting on better ties
News|Political|US|World

US watches closely as Ukrainian forces push into Russia with US-provided arms

US watches closely as Ukrainian forces push into Russia with US-provided arms

US watches closely as Ukrainian forces push into Russia with US-provided arms
Education|Lifestyle|News|Opinion|Political

Supreme Court rejects Biden administration’s request to enforce new civil rights protections for LGBTQ+ students

Supreme Court rejects Biden administration’s request to enforce new civil rights protections for LGBTQ+ students

Supreme Court rejects Biden administration’s request to enforce new civil rights protections for LGBTQ+ students
Election|News|Political|US

Justice Department urges Supreme Court to keep parts of Arizona’s proof-of-citizenship voter law on hold

Justice Department urges Supreme Court to keep parts of Arizona’s proof-of-citizenship voter law on hold

Justice Department urges Supreme Court to keep parts of Arizona’s proof-of-citizenship voter law on hold
Economy|News|Political|US

FACT FOCUS: A look at Harris' economic agenda

Vice President Kamala Harris has unveiled her economic agenda in a speech in Raleigh, North Carolina

FACT FOCUS: A look at Harris' economic agenda
News|Opinion|Political|US

Josh Hawley, Lucas Kunce clash at Missouri State Fair over lack of debates

Josh Hawley, Lucas Kunce clash at Missouri State Fair over lack of debates

Josh Hawley, Lucas Kunce clash at Missouri State Fair over lack of debates
News|Political|US

See Trump's controversial remark about the Medal of Honor

Former President Donald Trump said the Presidential Medal of Freedom, which honors civilians, “is actually much better” than the Medal of Honor because service members who receive the nation’s highest military decoration are often wounded or awarded it posthumously.

See Trump's controversial remark about the Medal of Honor
Crime|News|Political|US

How Ferguson elevated the profile of the Justice Department's civil rights enforcers

The investigations into Michael Brown's death in Ferguson, Missouri 10 years ago catapulted the Justice Department’s Civil Rights Division into the spotlight

How Ferguson elevated the profile of the Justice Department's civil rights enforcers
Election|News|Opinion|Political|US

Most young voters support Kamala Harris − but that doesn’t guarantee they will show up at the polls

Voter turnout among young people is historically low in the United States. And there is indication that a relatively small percentage of young voters could cast their ballot in November.

Most young voters support Kamala Harris − but that doesn’t guarantee they will show up at the polls
News|Political|World

India to hold first assembly elections in disputed Kashmir in 10 years

India has announced three-phased assembly elections in disputed Kashmir, the first in a decade and in a new political environment after Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government in 2019 stripped the Muslim-majority region of its semi-autonomy and downgraded it to a federally controlled territory

India to hold first assembly elections in disputed Kashmir in 10 years
News|Political|World

Kremlin accuses the West of helping Ukraine attack Russia

An influential aide to Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday that the West and the U.S.-led NATO alliance had helped to plan

Kremlin accuses the West of helping Ukraine attack Russia
Europe|News|Political|World

Putin promised poorly trained conscripts wouldn’t be sent to war. Now the front line has come to them

Putin promised poorly trained conscripts wouldn’t be sent to war. Now the front line has come to them

Putin promised poorly trained conscripts wouldn’t be sent to war. Now the front line has come to them
Election|News|Political|US

Why the progressive 'Squad' is getting smaller after defeats this primary cycle

The “Squad,” a group of progressive lawmakers in the House, is set to shrink next year after two members suffered primary defeats after an unprecedented deluge of special interest spending

Why the progressive 'Squad' is getting smaller after defeats this primary cycle
Opinion|Political

What do marijuana, the death penalty and fracking have in common? Harris shifted positions on them

Politicians often recalibrate in the face of shifting public opinion and circumstance

What do marijuana, the death penalty and fracking have in common? Harris shifted positions on them
Crime|MidEast|News|Political|World

Families of hostages in Gaza hope cease-fire talks will end their nightmare

Some families of hostages held in Gaza believe the latest round of cease-fire talks between Israel and Hamas could be the last best chance to set their loved ones free after more than 300 days of captivity

Families of hostages in Gaza hope cease-fire talks will end their nightmare
Crime|Election|News|Political|US

What to know about Tim Walz's 1995 drunken driving arrest and how he responded

Now that Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is Vice President Kamala Harris’ running mate, his drunken driving arrest from 1995 in Nebraska — long before he entered politics — is getting renewed scrutiny

What to know about Tim Walz's 1995 drunken driving arrest and how he responded
Crime|Economy|Lifestyle|News|Opinion|Political|Uncategorized

City of Des Moines moves forward with homeless ordinance

City of Des Moines moves forward with homeless ordinance

City of Des Moines moves forward with homeless ordinance
Europe|News|Political|US|World

Russia appears to have diverted several thousand troops from occupied Ukraine to counter Kursk offensive, US officials say

Russia appears to have diverted several thousand troops from occupied Ukraine to counter Kursk offensive, US officials say

Russia appears to have diverted several thousand troops from occupied Ukraine to counter Kursk offensive, US officials say
Europe|News|Political

Russian authorities refuse to open criminal investigation into Navalny's death, his widow says

Alexei Navalny's widow Yulia says Russian authorities have refused to open a criminal investigation into the death of her opposition leader husband

Russian authorities refuse to open criminal investigation into Navalny's death, his widow says
Health|News|Political

Nassau County's controversial mask ban signed into law. Here's what it does.

Nassau County's controversial mask ban signed into law. Here's what it does.

Nassau County's controversial mask ban signed into law. Here's what it does.
Europe|News|Political|World

Poland showcases its growing army on a holiday that celebrates its historic defeat of the Red Army

NATO member Poland is paying tribute to its historic victory over the Red Army by honoring fallen Poles and displaying its modern armed forces, which it hopes will deter the threat it sees in modern-day Russia

Poland showcases its growing army on a holiday that celebrates its historic defeat of the Red Army
Election|News|Political|US

Biden, still smarting from his 2024 exit, turns his attention to Harris – and his own legacy

Biden, still smarting from his 2024 exit, turns his attention to Harris – and his own legacy

Biden, still smarting from his 2024 exit, turns his attention to Harris – and his own legacy
Crime|News|Political|World

Russian court gives 12-year treason sentence to Russian-American over $50 charity donation

Russian court gives 12-year treason sentence to Russian-American over $50 charity donation

Russian court gives 12-year treason sentence to Russian-American over $50 charity donation
Crime|Europe|News|Political|World

Navalny's wife rejects finding he died from combination of illnesses

The wife of late Russian dissident Alexei Navalny said on Thursday that investigators had told her his death in an Arctic prison colony in February was caused by a

Navalny's wife rejects finding he died from combination of illnesses
Crime|News|Political

Tim Walz’s 2006 campaign falsely described details about his arrest for drunk driving in 1995

Tim Walz’s 2006 campaign falsely described details about his arrest for drunk driving in 1995

Tim Walz’s 2006 campaign falsely described details about his arrest for drunk driving in 1995
Election|News|Political|US|World

Trump says he told Netanyahu to end Gaza war but criticizes ceasefire call

Republican U.S. presidential candidate Donald Trump said on Thursday he told Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

Trump says he told Netanyahu to end Gaza war but criticizes ceasefire call
News|Political|World

Mediators hold new Gaza cease-fire talks and hope to head off a wider war

International mediators have held a new round of talks aimed at halting the Israel-Hamas war and securing the release of scores of hostages

Mediators hold new Gaza cease-fire talks and hope to head off a wider war
Europe|News|Political|World

Ukraine gambled on an incursion deep into Russian territory. The bold move changed the battlefield

Ukraine’s stunning incursion into Russia’s Kursk border region was a bold gamble for the country’s military commanders, who committed their limited resources to a risky assault on a nuclear-armed enemy with no assurance of success

Ukraine gambled on an incursion deep into Russian territory. The bold move changed the battlefield
Election|News|Political|US

These six House races are ones to watch in this year's election

Resources are pouring into the few truly competitive congressional races expected to help determine the balance of power in Washington next year

These six House races are ones to watch in this year's election
News|Political|US

Fact check: Trump falsely accuses Harris and Biden of lying about $35 insulin

Fact check: Trump falsely accuses Harris and Biden of lying about $35 insulin

Fact check: Trump falsely accuses Harris and Biden of lying about $35 insulin
News|Political|Technology|US|World

Google confirms an Iranian group is trying to access emails linked to both US presidential campaigns

Google says an Iranian group linked to the country’s Revolutionary Guard has tried to infiltrate the personal email accounts of roughly a dozen people linked to President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump since May

Google confirms an Iranian group is trying to access emails linked to both US presidential campaigns
Americas|Crime|News|Political|World

Argentina's former President Fernández charged with committing violence against former first lady

A federal prosecutor in Argentina has formally charged former President Alberto Fernández with committing violence against former first lady Fabiola Yáñez

Argentina's former President Fernández charged with committing violence against former first lady
Election|News|Political|US

What you need to know about the Democratic National Convention

The Democratic National Convention, beginning on Monday, will celebrate the nomination of Kamala Harris as the party's presidential candidate.

What you need to know about the Democratic National Convention
News|Political|US

Republicans sue over 3-year-old Biden executive order on voter registration access

Republicans sue over 3-year-old Biden executive order on voter registration access

Republicans sue over 3-year-old Biden executive order on voter registration access
Americas|News|Political|US|World

Mexico to send US diplomatic note over donations to Mexican civil groups

Mexican President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador told a morning press conference on Wednesday that he would send a diplomatic note to the United States over what he called

Mexico to send US diplomatic note over donations to Mexican civil groups
Europe|News|Political

German court suspends the government's ban of a far-right magazine pending an appeal ruling

A German federal court has suspended a ban the government imposed last month on a far-right magazine

German court suspends the government's ban of a far-right magazine pending an appeal ruling
Europe|News|Political|World

Ukraine's Kursk attack surprised Russia and perhaps some of its backers

Ukraine has stolen the initiative from Russia with its cross-border offensive into the Kursk region

Ukraine's Kursk attack surprised Russia and perhaps some of its backers
Europe|News|Political|World

Russian lawmaker Butina says the West is 'poking the bear' with Ukraine incursion

Russian lawmaker Maria Butina on Wednesday said that the West was involved in the Ukrainian incursion into sovereign Russian territory and was thus "poking the bear" in a dangerous

Russian lawmaker Butina says the West is 'poking the bear' with Ukraine incursion
Asia|News|Political

Here's what's next in Japan with Kishida bowing out as party leader and prime minister next month

Japan’s embattled Prime Minister Fumio Kishida has surprised the country by announcing that he’ll step down when his party picks a new leader next month

Here's what's next in Japan with Kishida bowing out as party leader and prime minister next month
Election|News|Opinion|Political|US

Trump’s continued attacks on Harris’ rise stir fears he could question election outcome if he loses in November

Trump’s continued attacks on Harris’ rise stir fears he could question election outcome if he loses in November

Trump’s continued attacks on Harris’ rise stir fears he could question election outcome if he loses in November
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Ukraine says it has taken more ground and prisoners during its advance into Russia border region

Ukrainian forces are pushing on with their major cross-border incursion into Russia’s Kursk region for a second week

Ukraine says it has taken more ground and prisoners during its advance into Russia border region
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As Justice Gorsuch rails against federal rules, some profiled in his new book embrace more measured view

As Justice Gorsuch rails against federal rules, some profiled in his new book embrace more measured view

As Justice Gorsuch rails against federal rules, some profiled in his new book embrace more measured view
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What happens next after Thai PM Srettha Thavisin's exit?

Thailand's Prime Minister Srettha Thavisin was dismissed on Wednesday by the Constitutional Court for a breach of ethics in appointing to his cabinet a former lawyer who was

What happens next after Thai PM Srettha Thavisin's exit?
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Nebraska is the latest state to add abortion to November ballots. What would the measures do?

Voters in at least nine states will decide in November whether they want to enshrine abortion rights in their state constitutions

Nebraska is the latest state to add abortion to November ballots. What would the measures do?
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Americans give Harris an advantage over Trump on honesty and discipline, an AP-NORC poll finds

A poll finds Vice President Kamala Harris is going into the last stretch of the presidential campaign as the candidate more likely to be perceived as honest, committed to democracy and disciplined

Americans give Harris an advantage over Trump on honesty and discipline, an AP-NORC poll finds
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Rep. Ilhan Omar will win primary in Minnesota, CNN projects, breaking ‘squad’ losing streak

Rep. Ilhan Omar will win primary in Minnesota, CNN projects, breaking ‘squad’ losing streak

Rep. Ilhan Omar will win primary in Minnesota, CNN projects, breaking ‘squad’ losing streak
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Hovde will win GOP nod to face Democratic Sen. Baldwin in critical Wisconsin race, CNN projects

Hovde will win GOP nod to face Democratic Sen. Baldwin in critical Wisconsin race, CNN projects

Hovde will win GOP nod to face Democratic Sen. Baldwin in critical Wisconsin race, CNN projects
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Peter Navarro tells Trump to stop insulting Harris

CNN political commentator SE Cupp discusses why former President Donald Trump's allies, including Peter Navarro and Kellyanne Conway, are urging him to stop insulting Kamala Harris. Cupp argues that such comments could negatively impact his support, especially among female voters.

Peter Navarro tells Trump to stop insulting Harris
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As Trump flails and invites conspiracies, allies plea for him to stay on message

As Trump flails and invites conspiracies, allies plea for him to stay on message

As Trump flails and invites conspiracies, allies plea for him to stay on message
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Walz once praised Muslim leader who shared antisemitic propaganda

Walz once praised Muslim leader who shared antisemitic propaganda

Walz once praised Muslim leader who shared antisemitic propaganda
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Biden calls Ukraine incursion 'a real dilemma for Putin'

Ukraine's military incursion into Russia has "created a real dilemma" for Russian President Vladimir Putin, President Joe Biden said on

Biden calls Ukraine incursion 'a real dilemma for Putin'
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Walz launches 5-state fundraising blitz in LA, warns Trump will wage 'war' on working people

Kicking off a five-state fundraising swing, Democratic vice presidential nominee Tim Walz warned a second administration under Donald Trump would wage “war” on working people while threatening Medicare and Social Security

Walz launches 5-state fundraising blitz in LA, warns Trump will wage 'war' on working people
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What we know about suspected Iranian cyber intrusion in the US presidential race

The campaign of Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump has blamed Iran for a hack it said resulted in sensitive internal documents being stolen and distributed

What we know about suspected Iranian cyber intrusion in the US presidential race
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Putin tells Abbas of 'great pain' at Palestinian plight

Russian President Vladimir Putin told visiting Palestinian president Mahmoud Abbas on Tuesday that Moscow was pained by the plight of his people and backed their aspiration to

Putin tells Abbas of 'great pain' at Palestinian plight
Economy|Health|News|Political|US

Initiative to enshrine abortion rights in Missouri constitution qualifies for November ballot

Missouri voters will decide in November whether to amend the state constitution to create a right to abortion

Initiative to enshrine abortion rights in Missouri constitution qualifies for November ballot
MidEast|News|Political

Netanyahu accuses defense minister of ‘anti-Israel narrative,’ exposing rift over war in Gaza

Netanyahu accuses defense minister of ‘anti-Israel narrative,’ exposing rift over war in Gaza

Netanyahu accuses defense minister of ‘anti-Israel narrative,’ exposing rift over war in Gaza
Opinion|Political|US

Even fictional presidents don’t look like Kamala Harris − although Black men and white women have been represented in the Oval Office

Over the past half-century, American media has usually proclaimed that Black men and white women can be great presidents. But they have to be one or the other: a Black man or a white woman.

Even fictional presidents don’t look like Kamala Harris − although Black men and white women have been represented in the Oval Office
Arts|Opinion|Political

JD Vance is no pauper − he’s a classic example of ‘poornography,’ in which the rich try to speak on behalf of the poor

It happens in journalism and it happens in the arts. But in Congress – where just 2% of representatives held blue-collar or service-industry jobs before entering politics – it’s rampant.

JD Vance is no pauper − he’s a classic example of ‘poornography,’ in which the rich try to speak on behalf of the poor
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Israel-Hamas war latest: Iran rejects European leaders' call to refrain from any retaliatory attacks

Iran has rejected a call by three European countries urging it to refrain from any retaliatory attacks that would further escalate regional tensions

Israel-Hamas war latest: Iran rejects European leaders' call to refrain from any retaliatory attacks
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The violence in Bangladesh after Hasina's ouster stirs fear within the country's Hindu minority

Ever since Bangladesh's prime minister was forced to step down and fled the country, her supporters and associates have faced retaliatory attacks

The violence in Bangladesh after Hasina's ouster stirs fear within the country's Hindu minority
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US Rep. Ilhan Omar, a member of the progressive ‘Squad,’ wins Democratic primary in Minnesota

Democratic U.S. Rep. Ilhan Omar has won her primary race in Minnesota

US Rep. Ilhan Omar, a member of the progressive ‘Squad,’ wins Democratic primary in Minnesota
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Abortion rights measures will be on November ballots in Missouri and Arizona

Abortion rights measures will be on November ballots in Missouri and Arizona

Abortion rights measures will be on November ballots in Missouri and Arizona
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How X owner Elon Musk uses his social platform to amplify his right-wing views

As X’s owner and most followed user, Elon Musk has increasingly used it as a megaphone to amplify his political views and those of the often right-wing figures he’s aligned with

How X owner Elon Musk uses his social platform to amplify his right-wing views
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With over 577,000 signatures verified, Arizona will put abortion rights on the ballot

Voters in Arizona will get to decide in November whether to add the right to an abortion up to about 24 weeks to the state constitution

With over 577,000 signatures verified, Arizona will put abortion rights on the ballot
Economy|Finance|Political

Vance backs Trump's support for a presidential 'say' on Federal Reserve's interest rate policy

JD Vance has endorsed former President Donald Trump’s call for the White House to have “a say” over the Federal Reserve’s interest rate policies — a view that runs counter to decades of economic research suggesting that politically independent central banks are essential to controlling inflation and maintaining confidence in the global financial system

Vance backs Trump's support for a presidential 'say' on Federal Reserve's interest rate policy
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Israel monitoring developments in Iran, but no change to Home Front guidelines

Israel is monitoring developments in Iran regarding a threatened strike against Israel, but the military has not changed its precautionary guidelines to the public, the Israeli

Israel monitoring developments in Iran, but no change to Home Front guidelines
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Top Ukrainian commander says his forces now control almost 390 square miles of Russia's Kursk region

Ukraine’s top military commander says his forces now control 1,000 square kilometers, or 386 square miles, of Russia’s neighboring Kursk region

Top Ukrainian commander says his forces now control almost 390 square miles of Russia's Kursk region
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Dana Bash asks JD Vance about Kamala Harris' racial identity

During an interview with CNN's Dana Bash for "State of the Union," Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance says Kamala Harris is "whatever she says she is" and echoed Donald Trump’s false comments about Kamala Harris’ racial identity.

Dana Bash asks JD Vance about Kamala Harris' racial identity
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Zelensky confirms Ukrainian troops are fighting inside Russian territory

Zelensky confirms Ukrainian troops are fighting inside Russian territory

Zelensky confirms Ukrainian troops are fighting inside Russian territory
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Jordan will not be a battlefield for Iran or Israel, foreign minister warns

Jordan's Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi said on Saturday that the kingdom would not be a battlefield for Iran or Israel, as the region braces for a possible new wave of attacks by

Jordan will not be a battlefield for Iran or Israel, foreign minister warns
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'Original sin': Torture of 9/11 suspects means even without plea deal, they may never face a verdict

A Defense Department disagreement over how to bring to justice the accused mastermind of the 9/11 attacks and four others has thrown the cases into disarray

'Original sin': Torture of 9/11 suspects means even without plea deal, they may never face a verdict
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Supreme Court Justice Gorsuch questions overcriminalization during book tour at presidential libraries

Supreme Court Justice Gorsuch questions overcriminalization during book tour at presidential libraries

Supreme Court Justice Gorsuch questions overcriminalization during book tour at presidential libraries
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US announces $125 million military aid package for Ukraine

The U.S. is sending Ukraine an additional $125 million in weapons to assist in its military operations against Russia, including much-needed air defense capabilities, radars to detect and counter enemy artillery and anti-tank weapons

US announces $125 million military aid package for Ukraine
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Reagan-appointed judge uses footnote to ding the Supreme Court’s Trump immunity ruling

Reagan-appointed judge uses footnote to ding the Supreme Court’s Trump immunity ruling

Reagan-appointed judge uses footnote to ding the Supreme Court’s Trump immunity ruling
MidEast|News|Political|World

US National Security Council spokesman rebukes Israeli finance minister as ‘dead wrong,’ amid push for ceasefire talks

US National Security Council spokesman rebukes Israeli finance minister as ‘dead wrong,’ amid push for ceasefire talks

US National Security Council spokesman rebukes Israeli finance minister as ‘dead wrong,’ amid push for ceasefire talks
Health|News|Political|US

Republican states challenge Biden effort to extend Obamacare coverage to DACA recipients

Republican states challenge Biden effort to extend Obamacare coverage to DACA recipients

Republican states challenge Biden effort to extend Obamacare coverage to DACA recipients
Crime|News|Political|US

Man who attacked police at the US Capitol with poles gets 20 years, one of longest Jan. 6 sentences

A California man with a history of political violence has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for attacking police with flagpoles and other makeshift weapons during the Jan. 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol

Man who attacked police at the US Capitol with poles gets 20 years, one of longest Jan. 6 sentences
Election|News|Political

Trump rails against vulnerable Sen. Jon Tester, Harris and Walz in Montana

Trump rails against vulnerable Sen. Jon Tester, Harris and Walz in Montana

Trump rails against vulnerable Sen. Jon Tester, Harris and Walz in Montana
MidEast|News|Political|US|World

US determines that aid can continue for IDF unit after accusations 'remediated'

The United States has determined that alleged human rights violations by a Israeli Defense Force unit have been "effectively remediated" after reviewing new information provided

US determines that aid can continue for IDF unit after accusations 'remediated'
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Maduro says he will block X in Venezuela for 10 days, after spat with Musk over contested election

Maduro says he will block X in Venezuela for 10 days, after spat with Musk over contested election

Maduro says he will block X in Venezuela for 10 days, after spat with Musk over contested election
Economy|Europe|Finance|News|Political

Polish leader Tusk says billions of dollars in illegal spending by predecessors uncovered

Prime Minister Donald Tusk has accused Poland’s previous government of illegally spending 100 billion Polish zlotys or $25 billion as he announced a government effort to try to recover the money

Polish leader Tusk says billions of dollars in illegal spending by predecessors uncovered
News|Political

GOP launches new immigration attacks on Harris highlighting Walz’s policies

GOP launches new immigration attacks on Harris highlighting Walz’s policies

GOP launches new immigration attacks on Harris highlighting Walz’s policies
Election|News|Political|US

The Latest: Harris and Walz hold rally in Arizona, while Trump visits Montana

Vice President Kamala Harris and her new running mate held a rally in Arizona as part of their tour of electoral battlegrounds, visiting a state where Harris passed over a prominent Democrat in favor of Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz

The Latest: Harris and Walz hold rally in Arizona, while Trump visits Montana
Opinion|Political|US

Despite Donald Trump’s claims, his gag order holds up against the Constitution

While the First Amendment protects a wide range of different kinds of speech, there is no fundamental right to cause harm.

Despite Donald Trump’s claims, his gag order holds up against the Constitution
Crime|News|Opinion|Political|US

A decade after Mike Brown’s death, his family still calls for justice as progress toward ending police killings remains slow

A decade after Mike Brown’s death, his family still calls for justice as progress toward ending police killings remains slow

A decade after Mike Brown’s death, his family still calls for justice as progress toward ending police killings remains slow
Europe|News|Political|World

Russia declares an emergency in Kursk, under attack by Ukraine. 14 die in a Russian strike on a mall

Russia has declared a “federal-level” emergency in the Kursk region following a large-scale incursion from Ukraine and sent reinforcements there

Russia declares an emergency in Kursk, under attack by Ukraine. 14 die in a Russian strike on a mall
Election|News|Political|US

President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris to make first joint trip since Biden dropped out

President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris will make their first trip together since Biden ended his candidacy and Harris took over as the Democratic standard-bearer

President Joe Biden, Vice President Kamala Harris to make first joint trip since Biden dropped out
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Improving law and order is top priority, Bangladesh interior ministry adviser says

The first priority of Bangladesh's caretaker government is to improve law and order in the strife-torn country by restoring the morale of law enforcement

Improving law and order is top priority, Bangladesh interior ministry adviser says
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Thailand's reformist Move Forward Party, dissolved by court order, regroups as People's Party

Just two days after being disbanded by court order, Thailand’s main progressive political party has regrouped under a new name and vowed to continue its fight for reforms despite continuing opposition from the conservative establishment that blocked the party from taking power despite finishing first in last year’s election

Thailand's reformist Move Forward Party, dissolved by court order, regroups as People's Party
Asia|Election|News|Political

Thailand's disbanded opposition regroups in new anti-establishment party

Thailand's disbanded opposition Move Forward unveiled a new political vehicle on Friday that will be the biggest party in parliament,

Thailand's disbanded opposition regroups in new anti-establishment party
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Iran is accelerating cyber activity that appears meant to influence the US election, Microsoft says

A new report from Microsoft finds that Iran is accelerating online activity that appears intended to influence the U.S. election

Iran is accelerating cyber activity that appears meant to influence the US election, Microsoft says
MidEast|News|Political|World

US and other frustrated mediators call on Israel, Hamas to resume Gaza talks, saying, 'no excuses'

Leaders of the United States, Egypt and Qatar are jointly demanding that Israel and Hamas return to stalled talks on the war in Gaza

US and other frustrated mediators call on Israel, Hamas to resume Gaza talks, saying, 'no excuses'
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Trump attacks Harris and Walz during first news conference since Democratic ticket was announced

Trump attacks Harris and Walz during first news conference since Democratic ticket was announced

Trump attacks Harris and Walz during first news conference since Democratic ticket was announced
MidEast|News|Political|World

Mediators urge Israel and Hamas to accept ‘final’ proposal on ceasefire deal as threat of Iran attack looms

Mediators urge Israel and Hamas to accept ‘final’ proposal on ceasefire deal as threat of Iran attack looms

Mediators urge Israel and Hamas to accept ‘final’ proposal on ceasefire deal as threat of Iran attack looms
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Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says she still hasn’t spoken to President Biden: ‘He knows I love him’

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says she still hasn’t spoken to President Biden: ‘He knows I love him’

Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says she still hasn’t spoken to President Biden: ‘He knows I love him’
Election|News|Opinion|Political|US

Game on: ABC News says Harris, Trump have agreed to presidential debate on Sept. 10

ABC News says Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump have agreed to a Sept. 10 debate

Game on: ABC News says Harris, Trump have agreed to presidential debate on Sept. 10
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Trump and Harris agree to debate on ABC on September 10, network says

Trump and Harris agree to debate on ABC on September 10, network says

Trump and Harris agree to debate on ABC on September 10, network says
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Harris shuts down 'lock him up' chants aimed at Trump

Former New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio said the manner in which Vice President Kamala Harris handled crowds at her rallies chanting "lock him up" when she referred to Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump was "presidential" and showed voters that Democrats believe in the rule of law.

Harris shuts down 'lock him up' chants aimed at Trump
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Harris navigates Gaza conflict on campaign trail

Harris navigates Gaza conflict on campaign trail

Harris navigates Gaza conflict on campaign trail
Election|News|Political|US

The Latest: Trump and Harris to debate on ABC News in September

Both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris have agreed to a Sept. 10 presidential debate on ABC News, setting up a face-off between the Republican and Democratic nominees

The Latest: Trump and Harris to debate on ABC News in September
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Trump recommits to a Sept. 10 debate and lashes out at Harris at news conference

Donald Trump has recommitted to debating Vice President Kamala Harris after recently backing out

Trump recommits to a Sept. 10 debate and lashes out at Harris at news conference
MidEast|News|Political|World

Israel's Western allies slam Israeli minister's remark that Gaza starvation may be justified

Israel’s Western allies have condemned remarks by the country's far-right finance minister who suggested that causing the starvation of Gaza’s population of more than 2 million Palestinians “might be just and moral” until Hamas-held hostages are released

Israel's Western allies slam Israeli minister's remark that Gaza starvation may be justified
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Tim Walz’s political evolution took him from moderate Democrat to progressive champion

Tim Walz’s political evolution took him from moderate Democrat to progressive champion

Tim Walz’s political evolution took him from moderate Democrat to progressive champion
Crime|Europe|News|Political|World

Britain is on alert for further unrest even after anti-racism campaigners faced down the far right

British authorities say they're preparing for the possibility of further unrest, even as they applaud the efforts of anti-racism campaigners and police who largely stifled a threatened wave of far-right demonstrations overnight

Britain is on alert for further unrest even after anti-racism campaigners faced down the far right
Europe|News|Opinion|Political|World

Relatives of Belarus' political prisoners complain that East-West swap didn't free their loved ones

A wave of disappointment swept over opposition activists in Belarus last week as the biggest East-West prisoner swap since the Cold War unfolded and they learned it included none of the Belarusian political detainees who’ve been locked up for years by its authoritarian leader

Relatives of Belarus' political prisoners complain that East-West swap didn't free their loved ones
News|Political

Pelosi says it's her life goal to ensure 'that man' Trump never steps in the White House again

Nancy Pelosi’s influence can be seen all across the Democratic Party shakeup

Pelosi says it's her life goal to ensure 'that man' Trump never steps in the White House again
Crime|News|Political|US

Prosecutors claim Hunter Biden once agreed to lobby US on behalf of Romanian businessman

Prosecutors claim Hunter Biden once agreed to lobby US on behalf of Romanian businessman

Prosecutors claim Hunter Biden once agreed to lobby US on behalf of Romanian businessman
Election|News|Opinion|Political|US

Biden says he doesn’t have confidence in a peaceful transition of power if Trump loses

Biden says he doesn’t have confidence in a peaceful transition of power if Trump loses

Biden says he doesn’t have confidence in a peaceful transition of power if Trump loses
Americas|Crime|Election|News|Political

Venezuela launches criminal probe into publishers of election tally website

Venezuela's top prosecutor Tarek Saab said on Wednesday he would open a criminal investigation into the publishers of a website showing election tallies collected by the country's

Venezuela launches criminal probe into publishers of election tally website
MidEast|News|Political

Hezbollah poised to strike Israel independent of Iran, sources say

Hezbollah poised to strike Israel independent of Iran, sources say

Hezbollah poised to strike Israel independent of Iran, sources say
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State Dept calls for Israel to investigate allegations of ‘horrific’ sexual abuse of Palestinian detainees

State Dept calls for Israel to investigate allegations of ‘horrific’ sexual abuse of Palestinian detainees

State Dept calls for Israel to investigate allegations of ‘horrific’ sexual abuse of Palestinian detainees
Crime|News|Political|US|World

9/11 hearings at Guantanamo Bay in upheaval after surprise order by US defense chief

Military-run hearings for accused Sept. 11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two co-defendants at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, are in upheaval following Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin’s decision to throw out a plea agreement

9/11 hearings at Guantanamo Bay in upheaval after surprise order by US defense chief
Business|Election|News|Political|US

Project 2025's new leader Kevin Roberts postpones his own book launch until after the election

As Project 2025 hits turmoil, the head of the influential, far-right Heritage Foundation is postponing the release of his new book until after the November presidential election

Project 2025's new leader Kevin Roberts postpones his own book launch until after the election
Crime|News|Political|US

Arizona grand jurors wanted to indict Trump, prosecutors urged them not to

Arizona grand jurors wanted to indict Trump, prosecutors urged them not to

Arizona grand jurors wanted to indict Trump, prosecutors urged them not to
Americas|Election|Opinion|Political|World

Venezuelan opposition candidate González won't appear before court and questions election audit

The presidential campaign of Venezuelan opposition candidate Edmundo González says he will not appear before the country’s high court

Venezuelan opposition candidate González won't appear before court and questions election audit
Election|News|Political|US

The Latest: Harris and Walz kick off their 2024 election campaign

Vice President Kamala Harris has chosen Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate, looking to strengthen the Democratic ticket in Midwestern states

The Latest: Harris and Walz kick off their 2024 election campaign
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Bangladesh's incoming interim leader Muhammad Yunus appeals for calm. He'll take office Thursday

Bangladesh’s incoming interim leader Muhammad Yunus has appealed for calm and urged all parties to help the country rebuild after weeks of violence that killed hundreds of people and prompted Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina to resign and flee to India

Bangladesh's incoming interim leader Muhammad Yunus appeals for calm. He'll take office Thursday
Political|US

Minnesota's economy under Walz in five charts

Vice President Kamala Harris, the Democratic nominee to succeed U.S.

Minnesota's economy under Walz in five charts
Crime|Europe|News|Political

British police prepared for far-right agitators. They found peaceful anti-racism protesters instead

Far-right demonstrations that had been anticipated by police in dozens of locations across Britain failed to materialize as anti-racism protesters instead showed up in force

British police prepared for far-right agitators. They found peaceful anti-racism protesters instead
Election|News|Opinion|Political|US

Democrat says Cori Bush’s primary loss may be due to a ‘push back of the extremes’

CNN's panel of experts discusses Democratic Rep. Cori Bush's primary loss.

Democrat says Cori Bush’s primary loss may be due to a ‘push back of the extremes’
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Picking a running mate: Inside the 16 days between Kamala Harris' launch and her choice of Tim Walz

Kamala Harris’ whirlwind process to select Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate can be summed up in a word: weird

Picking a running mate: Inside the 16 days between Kamala Harris' launch and her choice of Tim Walz
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Maryland assault weapons ban upheld by appeals court as sparring over Supreme Court precedent continues

Maryland assault weapons ban upheld by appeals court as sparring over Supreme Court precedent continues

Maryland assault weapons ban upheld by appeals court as sparring over Supreme Court precedent continues
Africa|News|Political|World

Niger cuts ties with Ukraine over comments on Mali-Wagner attack

Niger's junta on Tuesday cut diplomatic ties with Ukraine over remarks from officials it said showed Ukraine's support for groups involved in fighting in neighbouring Mali that

Niger cuts ties with Ukraine over comments on Mali-Wagner attack
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Democrats lean on Walz’s biography at Philadelphia rally introducing new ticket to voters

Democrats lean on Walz’s biography at Philadelphia rally introducing new ticket to voters

Democrats lean on Walz’s biography at Philadelphia rally introducing new ticket to voters
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Justice Gorsuch defends Supreme Court’s Trump immunity decision as he promotes his new book

Justice Gorsuch defends Supreme Court’s Trump immunity decision as he promotes his new book

Justice Gorsuch defends Supreme Court’s Trump immunity decision as he promotes his new book
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Hamas names Oct. 7 architect Yahya Sinwar new political leader. What does it mean for ceasefire talks?

Hamas names Oct. 7 architect Yahya Sinwar new political leader. What does it mean for ceasefire talks?

Hamas names Oct. 7 architect Yahya Sinwar new political leader. What does it mean for ceasefire talks?
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Pakistani man with ties to Iran is charged in plot to carry out political assassinations on US soil

The Justice Department says a Pakistani man alleged to have ties to Iran has been charged in a plot to carry out political assassinations on U.S. soil

Pakistani man with ties to Iran is charged in plot to carry out political assassinations on US soil
MidEast|News|Political|World

Hamas' new leader Sinwar directed Oct 7 attack from Gaza

Yahya Sinwar, named leader of Hamas on Tuesday, masterminded the bloodiest attack on Jews in a single day since the Holocaust, having made no secret of his desire to

Hamas' new leader Sinwar directed Oct 7 attack from Gaza
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Hamas names Yahya Sinwar, mastermind of the Oct. 7 attacks, as its new leader in show of defiance

The Palestinian militant group Hamas says it has chosen Yahya Sinwar, its top official in Gaza who masterminded the Oct. 7 attacks in Israel, as its new leader

Hamas names Yahya Sinwar, mastermind of the Oct. 7 attacks, as its new leader in show of defiance
MidEast|News|Political|World

Hamas names Oct 7 mastermind Sinwar as leader after Haniyeh assassination

Hamas named its Gaza leader Yahya Sinwar as successor to former political chief Ismail Haniyeh, who was assassinated in Tehran last week, the group said

Hamas names Oct 7 mastermind Sinwar as leader after Haniyeh assassination
MidEast|News|Political|US|World

US leaders call for calm in the Middle East, even as more American forces head to the region

Top U.S. national security leaders are calling for calm in the Middle East and say they are directly pressing Israel, Iran and others to avoid escalating the conflict

US leaders call for calm in the Middle East, even as more American forces head to the region
Election|News|Political|US

What polling shows about Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, Harris' new running mate

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, Vice President Kamala Harris’ pick as her running mate, will need to introduce himself to the vast majority of Americans, according to recent polling

What polling shows about Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, Harris' new running mate
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Bangladesh’s protests explained: What led to PM’s ouster and the challenges that lie ahead

Military leaders have formed an interim government and promised a transition to civilian rule. Protesters who brought down the previous government are demanding nothing less.

Bangladesh’s protests explained: What led to PM’s ouster and the challenges that lie ahead
News|Opinion|Political

Walz pick turns focus on what a VP brings to White House – 3 essential reads

With a few notable exceptions, historians have found little evidence that vice-presidential picks actually help their presidential tickets.

Walz pick turns focus on what a VP brings to White House – 3 essential reads
Election|News|Political|US

The Latest: Harris and Walz debut at Philadelphia rally

Vice President Kamala Harris has chosen Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz as her running mate, looking to strengthen the Democratic ticket in Midwestern states

The Latest: Harris and Walz debut at Philadelphia rally
Europe|News|Political|World

Russia warns Ukraine: peace terms will only get worse

A top Russian official told Ukraine on Tuesday that the longer it waited to enter peace talks, the tougher the terms would be for its people.

Russia warns Ukraine: peace terms will only get worse
Crime|Europe|News|Political|World

UK PM Starmer: We have police in place to deal with anti-Muslim riots

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said sufficient police would be on the streets to handle anti-Muslim and anti-immigrant riots in

UK PM Starmer: We have police in place to deal with anti-Muslim riots
MidEast|News|Opinion|Political|World

‘Going to a very bad place’: Israeli reservists who refuse to return to Gaza cite military’s destructive approach

‘Going to a very bad place’: Israeli reservists who refuse to return to Gaza cite military’s destructive approach

‘Going to a very bad place’: Israeli reservists who refuse to return to Gaza cite military’s destructive approach
Election|Europe|News|Political

Spain's Catalonia to elect new leader as ex-leader Puigdemont's arrest looms

The parliament of Spain's Catalonia region is set to elect a new leader this week, although the event may be upstaged by the return of its former

Spain's Catalonia to elect new leader as ex-leader Puigdemont's arrest looms
Europe|News|Political|World

Russian military chief Gerasimov inspects forces in Ukraine

The chief of Russia's general staff, Valery Gerasimov, has inspected Russian forces in the combat zone in Ukraine, the defence ministry said on Tuesday.

Russian military chief Gerasimov inspects forces in Ukraine
MidEast|News|Political|World

Israel-Hamas war latest: Hamas chooses Oct. 7 mastermind as their new leader as wider war feared

The Palestinian militant group Hamas says it has chosen the mastermind of the Oct. 7 attack as the group's new leader

Israel-Hamas war latest: Hamas chooses Oct. 7 mastermind as their new leader as wider war feared
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Harris to unveil vice presidential pick in race against Trump

Kamala Harris will unveil her vice presidential running mate on Tuesday, her first major decision as the Democratic Party's presidential candidate

Harris to unveil vice presidential pick in race against Trump
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Van Jones weighs in on Harris’ VP choice

CNN political commentator Van Jones speaks with CNN's Jake Tapper about Vice President Kamala Harris' impending announcement of her running mate.

Van Jones weighs in on Harris’ VP choice
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Michigan will choose between Democrat Elissa Slotkin and Republican Mike Rogers for US Senate

Democrat Elissa Slotkin and Republican Mike Rogers have prevailed in their parties' primaries for an open U.S. Senate seat in Michigan

Michigan will choose between Democrat Elissa Slotkin and Republican Mike Rogers for US Senate
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Hiroshima governor says nuclear disarmament must be tackled as a pressing issue, not an ideal

Hiroshima officials are urging world leaders to stop relying on nuclear weapons as deterrence and take immediate action toward abolishment — not as an ideal, but to remove the risk of atomic war amid the conflicts in Ukraine and the Middle East

Hiroshima governor says nuclear disarmament must be tackled as a pressing issue, not an ideal
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Hamas leader's killing aims to prolong Gaza war, Abbas tells RIA before Moscow visit

The killing of Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh was intended to prolong the Gaza conflict, Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas told Russia's state news agency, adding that he will

Hamas leader's killing aims to prolong Gaza war, Abbas tells RIA before Moscow visit
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Venezuela opens criminal probe against opposition leaders

Venezuela's attorney general Tarek Saab said on Monday his office will launch a criminal investigation against opposition leaders Maria Corina Machado and Edmundo Gonzalez, who

Venezuela opens criminal probe against opposition leaders
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Colombia armed forces restart military operations against ELN rebels

Colombia's armed forces have restarted operations against leftist rebel group the National Liberation Army (ELN), Defense Minister Ivan Velasquez said on Monday.

Colombia armed forces restart military operations against ELN rebels
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Supreme Court rejects Missouri lawsuit to block Trump’s sentencing and gag order in New York hush money case

Supreme Court rejects Missouri lawsuit to block Trump’s sentencing and gag order in New York hush money case

Supreme Court rejects Missouri lawsuit to block Trump’s sentencing and gag order in New York hush money case
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Tents return to San Francisco streets cleared in homeless sweep

Tents return to San Francisco streets cleared in homeless sweep

Tents return to San Francisco streets cleared in homeless sweep
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Biden, Harris meet with national security team as US watches for Iranian retaliation

Biden, Harris meet with national security team as US watches for Iranian retaliation

Biden, Harris meet with national security team as US watches for Iranian retaliation
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Justice Thomas accepted previously undisclosed private jet flight to New Zealand, Senate Democrat says

Justice Thomas accepted previously undisclosed private jet flight to New Zealand, Senate Democrat says

Justice Thomas accepted previously undisclosed private jet flight to New Zealand, Senate Democrat says
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US passes message to Iran not to escalate at 'critical moment' for Middle East

The United States has been urging other countries through diplomatic channels to tell Iran that escalation in the Middle East is not in their

US passes message to Iran not to escalate at 'critical moment' for Middle East
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Trump says Venezuela is being run by a dictator

Venezuela is being run by a dictator, U.S. Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump said on Monday, without mentioning Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro by name.

Trump says Venezuela is being run by a dictator
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Prosecutors plan to charge former Kansas police chief over his conduct following newspaper raid

Two special prosecutors say they plan to charge a former central Kansas police chief with obstruction of justice over his conduct following a raid of the local newspaper last year

Prosecutors plan to charge former Kansas police chief over his conduct following newspaper raid
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US commends Bangladesh army for 'restraint' after PM Sheikh Hasina flees

The U.S. government commended Bangladesh's army on Monday for its "restraint" and urged the democratic formation of an interim government

US commends Bangladesh army for 'restraint' after PM Sheikh Hasina flees
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South Dakota court decision threatens abortion rights measure on November ballot

The South Dakota Supreme Court has reversed a judge's dismissal of a lawsuit seeking to remove an abortion rights initiative from the November ballot

South Dakota court decision threatens abortion rights measure on November ballot
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The Latest: Harris, facing a crucial week, closes in on running mate pick

Vice President Kamala Harris, grappling with how to keep early 2024 Presidential election momentum alive, has begun a crucial week that includes her most critical decision yet: choosing a running mate

The Latest: Harris, facing a crucial week, closes in on running mate pick
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Iran's Revolutionary Guards: powerful group with wide regional reach

Iran's elite Revolutionary Guards are likely to play a central role if the country retaliates for the assassination of its close ally Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh in Tehran last week.

Iran's Revolutionary Guards: powerful group with wide regional reach
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Democratic Party’s choice of Harris was undemocratic − and the latest evidence of party leaders distrusting party voters

Handing VP Kamala Harris the Democratic presidential nomination without having her compete in primaries is a throwback to less democratic ways of picking nominees, a political scientist says.

Democratic Party’s choice of Harris was undemocratic − and the latest evidence of party leaders distrusting party voters
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Pro-Israel groups look to oust another progressive ‘squad’ member, this time in Missouri

Pro-Israel groups look to oust another progressive ‘squad’ member, this time in Missouri

Pro-Israel groups look to oust another progressive ‘squad’ member, this time in Missouri
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North Korea claims it’s sending 250 new missile launchers toward the South Korean border

North Korea claims it’s sending 250 new missile launchers toward the South Korean border

North Korea claims it’s sending 250 new missile launchers toward the South Korean border
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North Korea marks the delivery of 250 nuclear-capable missile launchers to frontline units

North Korea has marked the delivery of 250 nuclear-capable missile launchers to frontline military units as leader Kim Jong Un said his country should prepare for prolonged confrontation with the United States

North Korea marks the delivery of 250 nuclear-capable missile launchers to frontline units
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says he left a dead bear in Central Park as a prank

Independent presidential candidate Robert F

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. says he left a dead bear in Central Park as a prank
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Americans are 'getting whacked' by too many laws and regulations, Justice Gorsuch says in a new book

Supreme Court Justice Neil Gorsuch is out with a new book in which he says ordinary Americans are “getting whacked” by too many laws and regulations

Americans are 'getting whacked' by too many laws and regulations, Justice Gorsuch says in a new book
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G7 foreign ministers urge efforts to avoid inflaming Middle East tensions

The foreign ministers of the Group of Seven (G7) major democracies called on all parties involved in the current conflict in the Middle East to avoid actions that could lead to an

G7 foreign ministers urge efforts to avoid inflaming Middle East tensions
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Election conspiracy theories related to the 2020 presidential race live on in Michigan's GOP primary

Several Republicans who were involved in efforts to cast doubt on the results of the 2020 presidential election in Michigan are running for office in the upcoming primary

Election conspiracy theories related to the 2020 presidential race live on in Michigan's GOP primary
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Britain's Starmer condemns 'far-right thuggery' as unrest flares again

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Sunday condemned what he described as "far-right thuggery" and said perpetrators would face the full force of the law after days of violent

Britain's Starmer condemns 'far-right thuggery' as unrest flares again
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VP's campaign launches 'Republicans for Harris' in push to win over GOP voters put off by Trump

Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign is launching “Republicans for Harris” as she tries to win over Republican voters put off by Donald Trump’s candidacy

VP's campaign launches 'Republicans for Harris' in push to win over GOP voters put off by Trump
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Nigerian leader calls for end to hardship protests, blaming 'political agenda' for violence

Nigeria’s leader has called for an end to mass protests over economic hardship, saying the rallies have turned violent and blaming “a few with a political agenda” for driving them

Nigerian leader calls for end to hardship protests, blaming 'political agenda' for violence
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Jordan's Safadi urges de-escalation of regional tensions in rare Iran visit

Jordan's Foreign Minister Ayman Safadi concluded a rare visit to Iran on Sunday with a plea for an end to the escalation of violence and for the region to be able to live in "peace,

Jordan's Safadi urges de-escalation of regional tensions in rare Iran visit
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Jimmy Carter says he hopes to vote for Kamala Harris

Jimmy Carter says he hopes to vote for Kamala Harris

Jimmy Carter says he hopes to vote for Kamala Harris
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How female politicians’ first names can work for and against them, according to science

How female politicians’ first names can work for and against them, according to science

How female politicians’ first names can work for and against them, according to science
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Some activists step up criticism of Shapiro and Kelly as Harris closes in on naming a running mate

Democrats have unified with remarkable speed behind Vice President Kamala Harris as she’s taken over the top of the party’s ticket

Some activists step up criticism of Shapiro and Kelly as Harris closes in on naming a running mate
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Iran says a short-range projectile killed Hamas' Haniyeh and reiterates vows of retaliation

Iran’s Revolutionary Guard says a short-range projectile was behind the killing of Hamas political chief Ismail Haniyeh

Iran says a short-range projectile killed Hamas' Haniyeh and reiterates vows of retaliation
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Protests and violence break out again in Bangladesh amid calls for the government's resignation

Thousands of people have protested peacefully in Bangladesh’s capital to demand justice for more than 200 students and others killed during protests last month, but violence was reported at similar events elsewhere in the country

Protests and violence break out again in Bangladesh amid calls for the government's resignation
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As recruiting rebounds, the Army will expand basic training to rebuild the force for modern warfare

The Army will expand its basic combat training for newly enlisted soldiers

As recruiting rebounds, the Army will expand basic training to rebuild the force for modern warfare
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Schumer predicts Democrats will keep control of the Senate now that Harris is atop the party ticket

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is predicting that Democrats will keep control of the Senate in the November election

Schumer predicts Democrats will keep control of the Senate now that Harris is atop the party ticket
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Inside the final days of Kamala Harris’ vice presidential decision

Inside the final days of Kamala Harris’ vice presidential decision

Inside the final days of Kamala Harris’ vice presidential decision
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Harris’ economic stance in spotlight as jobs data stirs concerns

Harris’ economic stance in spotlight as jobs data stirs concerns

Harris’ economic stance in spotlight as jobs data stirs concerns

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