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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
Europe|News|Political|World

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
Business|News|Opinion|Political

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
Asia|News|Political|World

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?
Election|News|Opinion|Political|US

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?
Election|News|Opinion|Political|US

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
Election|News|Political|US

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
Election|News|Political|US

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
News|Opinion|Political

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
News|Political|World

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
News|Political|US|World

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'
News|Opinion|Political|US

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
Election|News|Political|Technology|US

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
News|Political|World

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
Europe|MidEast|News|Political|World

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
News|Political|World

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
Election|News|Political|US

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
Election|Health|News|Political|US

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
News|Opinion|Political|Technology

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
News|Opinion|Political|US|World

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
MidEast|News|Political|World

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
News|Political|World

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
Election|Intereview|News|Political|US

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
Crime|Europe|News|Political|World

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
MidEast|News|Political|World

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
Crime|News|Political|US

'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
News|Opinion|Political|US

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
News|Political|US|World

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
News|Opinion|Political|US

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'
Americas|News|Political|World

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
Asia|News|Political|World

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
Asia|News|Political|World

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
Election|News|Political|Technology|US

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'
News|Opinion|Political|US

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
Election|News|Political|US

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
News|Political|US

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
News|Political|World

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
Election|News|Opinion|Political|US

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
News|Opinion|Political

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
News|Political|World

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
Asia|News|Political|World

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’
Election|News|Political|US

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
Crime|News|Political|US

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
News|Opinion|Political|US

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?
Crime|News|Political|US|World

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
MidEast|News|Political|World

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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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‘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
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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
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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
Election|News|Political|US

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
Election|News|Opinion|Political|US

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
Election|Opinion|Political|US

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
Crime|Europe|News|Political|World

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
Election|News|Political|US

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
Economy|News|Political

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
MidEast|News|Political|World

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
Election|News|Opinion|Political|US

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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How Biden feels about some of Harris’ top running mate candidates

How Biden feels about some of Harris’ top running mate candidates

How Biden feels about some of Harris’ top running mate candidates
Crime|Political|US

Proposed law pushes for tougher migrant detention following Texas girl's killing

Family members of a 12-year-old Houston girl allegedly killed by two Venezuelans who entered the U.S. illegally are supporting legislation that would limit immigration authorities' ability to release immigrants they detain

Proposed law pushes for tougher migrant detention following Texas girl's killing
Crime|Election|News|Political|US

Trump election subversion case returned to trial judge following Supreme Court opinion

The criminal case charging former President Donald Trump with plotting to overturn the 2020 presidential election has been returned to the trial in Washington after a Supreme Court opinion last month that narrowed the scope of the prosecution

Trump election subversion case returned to trial judge following Supreme Court opinion
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Belarus rights activists ask why their prisoners were left out of swap

Belarus rights activists pressed Germany for answers on Friday as to why Belarusian political prisoners, including a prominent and popular

Belarus rights activists ask why their prisoners were left out of swap
Americas|Election|News|Political

AP review of Venezuela opposition-provided vote tallies casts doubt on government’s election results

An Associated Press review of vote tally sheets released by Venezuela’s opposition indicates that their candidate won significantly more votes in the presidential election than the government has claimed

AP review of Venezuela opposition-provided vote tallies casts doubt on government’s election results
Europe|News|Political|World

Dissidents freed in prisoner swap vow to keep up fight against Putin, recount details of release

When Kremlin critic Vladimir Kara-Murza was suddenly moved to a detention center in Moscow from his Siberian prison, he thought he was being taken from his cell to be shot

Dissidents freed in prisoner swap vow to keep up fight against Putin, recount details of release
Election|News|Political|US

Trump supporters wasted no time in claiming Kamala Harris is ineligible to be president, but they’re wrong

A falsehood once used on Barack Obama – that he wasn’t eligible to be president – is being recycled to challenge the right of Kamala Harris to serve as president.

Trump supporters wasted no time in claiming Kamala Harris is ineligible to be president, but they’re wrong
MidEast|News|Political|World

Mourners bury Hamas chief Haniyeh in Qatar as more escalation looms over the Middle East

Thousands of mourners have converged around the flag-draped coffin of Hamas’ slain political chief, Ismail Haniyeh, in the emirate of Qatar as the fallout from his death in an alleged Israeli attack surged with breathtaking speed

Mourners bury Hamas chief Haniyeh in Qatar as more escalation looms over the Middle East
Election|News|Political|US

What to expect in Missouri's state primaries

While a high-profile primary challenge in Missouri highlights a divide among Democrats, Republicans running for office in the state are showing just how united they are — at least when it comes to their loyalty to former President Donald Trump

What to expect in Missouri's state primaries
Europe|News|Political

Catalan separatists back government deal with socialists

Grassroots members of Catalonia's separatist ERC party supported on Friday a regional government deal with Spain's ruling Socialists that could

Catalan separatists back government deal with socialists
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'Bring it': Kamala Harris' inner circle girds for battle

Kamala Harris is preparing for the fight of her life, if her inner circle is anything to go by.

'Bring it': Kamala Harris' inner circle girds for battle
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Some Jewish Democrats wonder if America is ready for a Jewish vice president

Some Jewish Democrats wonder if America is ready for a Jewish vice president

Some Jewish Democrats wonder if America is ready for a Jewish vice president
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JD Vance’s Republican colleagues defend Trump’s running mate saying Ohio senator is a voice for next generation of GOP voters

JD Vance’s Republican colleagues defend Trump’s running mate saying Ohio senator is a voice for next generation of GOP voters

JD Vance’s Republican colleagues defend Trump’s running mate saying Ohio senator is a voice for next generation of GOP voters
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Inside the ‘painstaking’ negotiations that led to the biggest prisoner swap since the Cold War

Inside the ‘painstaking’ negotiations that led to the biggest prisoner swap since the Cold War

Inside the ‘painstaking’ negotiations that led to the biggest prisoner swap since the Cold War
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Biden weighs more US defenses for Israel as the region prepares for Iranian retaliation

Biden weighs more US defenses for Israel as the region prepares for Iranian retaliation

Biden weighs more US defenses for Israel as the region prepares for Iranian retaliation
Celebrity|Election|Political|US

Scrapped fundraisers and watching from the treadmill. How Harris' VP contenders wait for her choice

One is sparking speculation that he’ll be the choice by forgoing a weekend of swanky fundraisers in the Hamptons

Scrapped fundraisers and watching from the treadmill. How Harris' VP contenders wait for her choice
Europe|News|Political|World

EU warns Hungary over easing of visa rules for Russians

The European Union's internal affairs chief warned Hungary on Thursday that its decision to ease visa restrictions for Russians and Belarusians posed a potential security threat

EU warns Hungary over easing of visa rules for Russians
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Biden celebrates prisoner deal and importance of allies in key moment for his legacy

Biden celebrates prisoner deal and importance of allies in key moment for his legacy

Biden celebrates prisoner deal and importance of allies in key moment for his legacy
Crime|News|Political|US

Trump seeks recusal of hush money judge over daughter's work for Harris

Donald Trump's lawyers again asked the judge overseeing the former U.S. president's criminal trial on charges stemming from hush money paid to a porn star to recuse

Trump seeks recusal of hush money judge over daughter's work for Harris
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Harris praises US Rep Sheila Jackson Lee as champion of justice

Vice President Kamala Harris on Thursday lauded U.S.

Harris praises US Rep Sheila Jackson Lee as champion of justice
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Putin called him a patriot. But who is Vadim Krasikov, a Russian released in the mass prisoner swap?

Vadim Krasikov, the Russian at the center of a massive prisoner swap, has long topped the Kremlin’s list for an exchange

Putin called him a patriot. But who is Vadim Krasikov, a Russian released in the mass prisoner swap?
News|Political|World

Russia releases Evan Gershkovich and Paul Whelan in historic prisoner swap with West

Russia releases Evan Gershkovich and Paul Whelan in historic prisoner swap with West

Russia releases Evan Gershkovich and Paul Whelan in historic prisoner swap with West
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Obama and Bush join effort to mark America's 250th anniversary in a time of political polarization

Former Presidents Barack Obama and George W

Obama and Bush join effort to mark America's 250th anniversary in a time of political polarization
Education|Opinion|Political

Students gain confidence in US democracy by participating in elections and campaigns for their homework

A political scientist describes a class he’s designed to help counter cynicism and distrust.

Students gain confidence in US democracy by participating in elections and campaigns for their homework
Americas|News|Political

US proposes barring airlines from charging family seating fees

The U.S.

US proposes barring airlines from charging family seating fees
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Georgia aims to 'reset' relations with U.S. after Washington pauses aid

Georgian Prime Minister Irakli Kobakhidze on Thursday proposed a "reset" to mend relations with the United States, Interpress news agency reported, after Washington paused more

Georgia aims to 'reset' relations with U.S. after Washington pauses aid
Crime|News|Political

British prime minister announces policing plan to deal with violence after fatal stabbing of girls

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer says he will set a national policing capability to crack down on violent protesters after clashes with police across England the past two nights

British prime minister announces policing plan to deal with violence after fatal stabbing of girls
Crime|Europe|News|Political|World

One of the F-16s helping Ukraine fight Russia has crashed. Here’s what to know about their role

One of the handful of F-16 warplanes that Ukraine has received from its Western partners to help fight Russia’s invasion has crashed while countering a Russian barrage, killing the pilot

One of the F-16s helping Ukraine fight Russia has crashed. Here’s what to know about their role
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Hezbollah leader says war with Israel has entered 'new phase' after killings of top militant figures

Hezbollah’s leader warned that the militant group's conflict with Israel has entered a “new phase.”

Hezbollah leader says war with Israel has entered 'new phase' after killings of top militant figures
Election|News|Political|US

Fall matchup set between 'Tennessee Three' Democrat Gloria Johnson and GOP US Sen. Marsha Blackburn

Tennessee state Rep. Gloria Johnson has won the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate and will face off against Republican Sen. Marsha Blackburn in November

Fall matchup set between 'Tennessee Three' Democrat Gloria Johnson and GOP US Sen. Marsha Blackburn
Election|News|Political|US

Trump-backed Virginia state Sen. John McGuire defeats US Rep. Bob Good in GOP primary recount

Trump-backed Virginia state Sen. John McGuire has defeated conservative U.S. Rep. Bob Good in a recount of the Republican primary results in the 5th Congressional District

Trump-backed Virginia state Sen. John McGuire defeats US Rep. Bob Good in GOP primary recount
Election|News|Opinion|Political|US

What polling shows about the top VP contenders for Kamala Harris

As Vice President Kamala Harris prepares to announce her running mate, a poll finds several of the top contenders are largely unknown to voters

What polling shows about the top VP contenders for Kamala Harris
Asia|News|Political|World

Hong Kong young people struggle to rebuild their lives after being jailed under Beijing's crackdown

Five years after Hong Kong's massive anti-government protests erupted, the lives of many young people who were jailed or arrested during Beijing’s political crackdown on the city's pro-democracy movement remain in limbo

Hong Kong young people struggle to rebuild their lives after being jailed under Beijing's crackdown
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Wisconsin delegate receives apology after denied access to Harris rally in Milwaukee

Wisconsin delegate receives apology after denied access to Harris rally in Milwaukee

Wisconsin delegate receives apology after denied access to Harris rally in Milwaukee
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Harris calls Trump's false claims about race 'the same old show' of divisiveness and disrespect

Vice President Kamala Harris says former President Donald Trump’s false assertions about her race were the “same old show” as she is emphasizing the need for Black women to organize for his defeat this November

Harris calls Trump's false claims about race 'the same old show' of divisiveness and disrespect
Crime|News|Political|US|World

US reaches plea deal with alleged 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed

US reaches plea deal with alleged 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed

US reaches plea deal with alleged 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed
MidEast|News|Political|World

UN Security Council countries express alarm over risk of all-out Middle East war

United Nations Security Council countries on Wednesday called for stepped-up diplomatic efforts to avert a wider Middle East conflict after the

UN Security Council countries express alarm over risk of all-out Middle East war
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Ukraine's Zelenskiy wants China to put more pressure on Russia

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy said on Wednesday that Kyiv does not want China to act as a mediator in its 29-month-old conflict with Russia but hoped Beijing would apply greater

Ukraine's Zelenskiy wants China to put more pressure on Russia
Crime|News|Opinion|Political|US

Georgia prosecutors committed 'gross negligence' with emails in 'Cop City' case, judge says

A Georgia judge has chastised state prosecutors for mishandling confidential emails between a defense attorney and three Atlanta activists who face racketeering charges connected to violent protests against a police and firefighter training center that critics call “Cop City.”

Georgia prosecutors committed 'gross negligence' with emails in 'Cop City' case, judge says
Americas|News|Political|World

Massive protests erupt again over disputed Venezuelan elections – but they look different this time

President Nicolás Maduro claimed victory, but regional leaders and outside observers have cried foul.

Massive protests erupt again over disputed Venezuelan elections – but they look different this time
Election|News|Political|US

Harris wins Democratic presidential nomination in virtual roll call. Here's how the process worked

Democratic delegates have selected Vice President Kamala Harris to be the party’s presidential nominee

Harris wins Democratic presidential nomination in virtual roll call. Here's how the process worked
MidEast|News|Political|World

Killing of Hamas political leader points to diverging paths for Israel, US on cease-fire

Israel’s suspected killing of Hamas’ political leader in the heart of Tehran points to an Israeli government ever more openly at odds with diplomatic efforts by the Biden administration to calm the region

Killing of Hamas political leader points to diverging paths for Israel, US on cease-fire
Crime|MidEast|News|Political|World

Khaled Meshaal, who survived Israeli assassination attempt, tipped to be new Hamas leader

Khaled Meshaal, tipped to be the new Hamas leader, became known around the world in 1997 after Israeli agents injected him with poison in a botched assassination

Khaled Meshaal, who survived Israeli assassination attempt, tipped to be new Hamas leader
Election|Opinion|Political|Sports|US

Team USA women’s basketball squad emphasizes endorsement of Kamala Harris for president

Team USA women’s basketball squad emphasizes endorsement of Kamala Harris for president

Team USA women’s basketball squad emphasizes endorsement of Kamala Harris for president
Europe|News|Political|US|World

US suspends $95 million in aid to Georgia after passage of foreign agent law that sparked protests

The Biden administration is suspending $95 million in U.S. assistance to Georgia after its parliament adopted legislation related to foreign agents that critics say was inspired by a Russian law used to crack down on political dissent

US suspends $95 million in aid to Georgia after passage of foreign agent law that sparked protests
Opinion|Political|World

Meyerbeer's 'Le Prophète' from 1849 sounds like it's ripped-from-the-headlines at Bard SummerScape

A demagogue and religious fanatics impose a theocracy

Meyerbeer's 'Le Prophète' from 1849 sounds like it's ripped-from-the-headlines at Bard SummerScape
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US arrests at Mexico border are expected to drop 30% in July to a new low for Biden's presidency

U.S. arrests for illegally crossing the border from Mexico during July have plummeted to a new low for Joe Biden’s presidency, raising prospects a temporary ban on asylum may be lifted soon

US arrests at Mexico border are expected to drop 30% in July to a new low for Biden's presidency
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This Supreme Court has redefined the meaning of corruption

Under Chief Justice John Roberts, the Supreme Court has made it much harder for federal prosecutors to go after corrupt state and local officials.

This Supreme Court has redefined the meaning of corruption
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West Bank Palestinians say Haniyeh killing will not affect fight with Israel

Palestinians in the occupied West Bank condemned the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh, the political leader of Hamas who was killed in Iran on Wednesday,

West Bank Palestinians say Haniyeh killing will not affect fight with Israel
News|Political|World

Russian military begins 3rd round of drills to train troops in tactical nuclear weapons

The Russian military has begun a third round of drills with tactical nuclear weapons, part of the Kremlin’s messaging intended to force the West to limit its support for Ukraine

Russian military begins 3rd round of drills to train troops in tactical nuclear weapons
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Biden prods Congress to act to curb fentanyl from Mexico as Trump paints Harris as weak on border

President Joe Biden is prodding Congress to do more to reduce the flow of fentanyl into the United States

Biden prods Congress to act to curb fentanyl from Mexico as Trump paints Harris as weak on border
Business|News|Political|US

How Amy Coney Barrett broke away from Chief Justice Roberts on Trump immunity ruling

CNN's Joan Biskupic reports on the behind-the-scenes dynamics of the Supreme Court's controversial Trump immunity ruling.

How Amy Coney Barrett broke away from Chief Justice Roberts on Trump immunity ruling
MidEast|Political

Who was Ismail Haniyeh, the Hamas political leader killed in Tehran?

Who was Ismail Haniyeh, the Hamas political leader killed in Tehran?

Who was Ismail Haniyeh, the Hamas political leader killed in Tehran?
Election|News|Political|US

Harris coalition takes shape with ‘new energy’ from fraying Biden alliance

Harris coalition takes shape with ‘new energy’ from fraying Biden alliance

Harris coalition takes shape with ‘new energy’ from fraying Biden alliance
Europe|News|Political

How Hungary's Orbán uses control of the media to escape scrutiny and keep the public in the dark

Hungary's Prime Minister Viktor Orbán has extended his party's control over the media, directly affecting informed democratic participation

How Hungary's Orbán uses control of the media to escape scrutiny and keep the public in the dark
Crime|MidEast|News|Opinion|Political|World

Hamas political leader Haniyeh assassinated in Iran, plunging Middle East conflict into dangerous new phase

Hamas political leader Haniyeh assassinated in Iran, plunging Middle East conflict into dangerous new phase

Hamas political leader Haniyeh assassinated in Iran, plunging Middle East conflict into dangerous new phase
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Analyst on how Hamas political leader's death could impact ceasefire negations

Bloomberg senior editor Bobby Ghosh joins CNN to discuss Hamas political leader Ismail Haniyeh's death in Iran.

Analyst on how Hamas political leader's death could impact ceasefire negations
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Harris' views on key issues over the years

Kamala Harris' views on important issues have shifted since she first ran for president four years ago

Harris' views on key issues over the years
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Texas' floating Rio Grande barrier can stay for now, court rules as larger legal battle persists

A floating barrier in the Rio Grande meant to discourage migrants from trying to cross from Mexico into Texas can stay for now, a full federal appeals court has ruled

Texas' floating Rio Grande barrier can stay for now, court rules as larger legal battle persists
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Harris is calibrating her policy pitch for going to battle with Trump

With less than 100 days until Election Day, Vice President Kamala Harris faces unique challenges in pitching her policy ideas to Americans

Harris is calibrating her policy pitch for going to battle with Trump
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About 8 in 10 Democrats are satisfied with Harris in stark shift after Biden drops out: AP-NORC poll

Vice President Kamala Harris appears to have energized Democrats in the early days of her candidacy, with the surge in warm feelings extending across multiple groups, including some key Democratic constituencies that had been tepid about President Joe Biden

About 8 in 10 Democrats are satisfied with Harris in stark shift after Biden drops out: AP-NORC poll
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Killing of Hamas chief in Iran stirs fears of retaliation, regional conflict

Hamas leader Ismail Haniyeh was assassinated in the Iranian capital Tehran early on Wednesday morning, an attack that drew threats of

Killing of Hamas chief in Iran stirs fears of retaliation, regional conflict
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Harris goes on offensive on immigration, comparing her record with Trump’s

Harris goes on offensive on immigration, comparing her record with Trump’s

Harris goes on offensive on immigration, comparing her record with Trump’s
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Biden to open first night of Democratic convention, sources say

Biden to open first night of Democratic convention, sources say

Biden to open first night of Democratic convention, sources say
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Court holds up Biden administration rule on airline fees while the carriers sue to kill it

Consumer advocates are criticizing a court decision to hold up a Biden administration rule that requires airlines to more clearly disclose fees for baggage and changing a ticket

Court holds up Biden administration rule on airline fees while the carriers sue to kill it
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Harris expected to announce her VP pick as early as Monday, sources say

Kamala Harris will announce her vice presidential pick as early as Monday before embarking on a multi-state battleground tour with her new running mate later in the week, two sources

Harris expected to announce her VP pick as early as Monday, sources say
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Project 2025 director steps down amid backlash from Trump

Project 2025 director steps down amid backlash from Trump

Project 2025 director steps down amid backlash from Trump
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Colombia calls for audit of Venezuela election results by international community

Colombia's Foreign Minister Luis Murillo on Tuesday called for Venezuela's government to release the results of Sunday's presidential election so that they can be audited by the

Colombia calls for audit of Venezuela election results by international community
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Harris holds onto 1 point lead over Trump in latest Reuters/Ipsos poll

Democratic presidential candidate Kamala Harris held a marginal one-percentage-point lead over Republican Donald Trump in a new Reuters/Ipsos poll, closing the gap

Harris holds onto 1 point lead over Trump in latest Reuters/Ipsos poll
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Investigation finds at least 973 Native American children died in US government boarding schools

A federal investigation has found that at least 973 Native American children perished in the U.S. government’s abusive boarding school system over a 150-year period

Investigation finds at least 973 Native American children died in US government boarding schools
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5 ways the 2024 race has changed with Harris replacing Biden on the Democratic ticket

Much has changed about the 2024 presidential election in the United States over the last month

5 ways the 2024 race has changed with Harris replacing Biden on the Democratic ticket
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Israel says its Beirut strike killed Hezbollah’s top military commander, who it blames for Golan Heights attack

Israel says its Beirut strike killed Hezbollah’s top military commander, who it blames for Golan Heights attack

Israel says its Beirut strike killed Hezbollah’s top military commander, who it blames for Golan Heights attack
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Hezbollah confirms a top commander was killed in Israeli strike in Beirut

The Lebanese militant group Hezbollah has confirmed that Israel killed a top commander after a rare strike in Beirut on Tuesday

Hezbollah confirms a top commander was killed in Israeli strike in Beirut
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Harris would adhere to Biden's vow against middle-class US tax hikes, Yellen says

Vice President Kamala Harris would adhere to President Joe Biden's vow not to raise taxes on middle-income taxpayers and has helped to determine the Biden-Harris'

Harris would adhere to Biden's vow against middle-class US tax hikes, Yellen says
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Probe of soldiers over alleged sexual abuse fuels tension between Israeli military and hard-liners

An Israeli military court is holding a hearing for nine soldiers detained for questioning over alleged abuse of a Palestinian at a shadowy facility where Israel has held prisoners from Gaza during the war

Probe of soldiers over alleged sexual abuse fuels tension between Israeli military and hard-liners
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Kremlin rejects 'absurd' US accusations of election meddling

The Kremlin on Tuesday dismissed as absurd U.S. intelligence assertions that Russia is seeking to meddle in the presidential election and said

Kremlin rejects 'absurd' US accusations of election meddling
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CNN rolls the tape on Vance's past remarks disparaging people without kids

GOP vice presidential candidate Sen. JD Vance has a history of making disparaging remarks toward people without children, according to a KFile review of his comments, including fundraising off his now-infamous “childless cat lady” remarks.

CNN rolls the tape on Vance's past remarks disparaging people without kids
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Spanish PM declines to testify as witness in wife's corruption case

Spain's Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez declined to testify on Tuesday as a witness in a judicial investigation into alleged corruption and influence

Spanish PM declines to testify as witness in wife's corruption case
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China's top leaders vow to support consumers and improve confidence in its slowing economy

China’s powerful Politburo has endorsed the ruling Communist Party's strategy for growing the economy by encouraging more consumer spending and weeding out unproductive companies to promote “survival of the fittest.”

China's top leaders vow to support consumers and improve confidence in its slowing economy
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U.S. Defense Sec says Hezbollah-Israel conflict not inevitable

United States Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin does not believe that a fight between Israel and Hezbollah is inevitable, and said Washington would like to see things resolved in a

U.S. Defense Sec says Hezbollah-Israel conflict not inevitable
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Exclusive: The inside story of John Roberts and Trump’s immunity win at the Supreme Court

Exclusive: The inside story of John Roberts and Trump’s immunity win at the Supreme Court

Exclusive: The inside story of John Roberts and Trump’s immunity win at the Supreme Court
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The Taliban say they no longer recognize Afghan diplomatic missions set up by the former government

The Taliban say they no longer recognize Afghanistan's diplomatic missions set up by the former, Western-backed government and that they will not honor passports, visas and other documents issued by diplomats associated with the previous administration

The Taliban say they no longer recognize Afghan diplomatic missions set up by the former government
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At boisterous Georgia rally, Harris dares Trump to 'say it to my face' and show up for their debate

Vice President Kamala Harris told a cheering, boisterous, packed Atlanta arena on Tuesday that the next 98 days will be a fight, but they’ll win come November

At boisterous Georgia rally, Harris dares Trump to 'say it to my face' and show up for their debate
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Why Harris and Democrats keep calling Trump and Vance 'weird'

Vice President Kamala Harris and her Democratic allies are increasingly branding Donald Trump and his running mate, Ohio Sen_ JD Vance, as “weird.”

Why Harris and Democrats keep calling Trump and Vance 'weird'
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China's 'new productive forces' need government, market efforts: vice premier

China's Vice Premier He Lifeng stressed the need for a well-coordinated government and efficient market to develop the country's "new productive forces", state media said on

China's 'new productive forces' need government, market efforts: vice premier
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‘What I saw made me ashamed’: Head of Secret Service will address security failures in hearing on Trump assassination attempt

‘What I saw made me ashamed’: Head of Secret Service will address security failures in hearing on Trump assassination attempt

‘What I saw made me ashamed’: Head of Secret Service will address security failures in hearing on Trump assassination attempt
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Donald Trump to attend Black journalists' convention in Chicago

Former President Donald Trump is planning to attend the National Association of Black Journalists’ annual convention in Chicago on Wednesday

Donald Trump to attend Black journalists' convention in Chicago
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Trump launches ad blitz to try to slow Harris surge

Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump's campaign will launch a $10 million advertising blitz in six battleground states this week as it

Trump launches ad blitz to try to slow Harris surge
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A President Harris might not get any Supreme Court picks – Biden proposes term limits to make sure all future presidents get two

A scholar of the Supreme Court and its relationship to the people of the United States says that President Joe Biden’s proposed term limits for justices can restore the court’s eroded legitimacy.

A President Harris might not get any Supreme Court picks – Biden proposes term limits to make sure all future presidents get two
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Iran using covert influence campaign to undermine Trump candidacy, US intelligence says

Iran using covert influence campaign to undermine Trump candidacy, US intelligence says

Iran using covert influence campaign to undermine Trump candidacy, US intelligence says
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Biden proposed enforceable ethics code and term limits for Supreme Court. How might they work?

President Joe Biden went public Monday with major changes he’s proposing for the U.S. Supreme Court: an enforceable code of ethics, term limits for justices and a constitutional amendment that would limit the justices’ recent decision on presidential immunity

Biden proposed enforceable ethics code and term limits for Supreme Court. How might they work?
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Far-right lawmakers break into Israeli detention camp, protesting probe into soldiers’ alleged abuse of prisoner

Far-right lawmakers break into Israeli detention camp, protesting probe into soldiers’ alleged abuse of prisoner

Far-right lawmakers break into Israeli detention camp, protesting probe into soldiers’ alleged abuse of prisoner
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Ukraine aid package valued at up to $200 million, White House says

The United States announced a new security assistance package for Ukraine on Monday that is valued at up to $200 million and includes air defenses and anti-tank weapons, White

Ukraine aid package valued at up to $200 million, White House says
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Iowa starts enforcing six-week abortion ban

Iowa enforced a ban on abortions after six weeks of pregnancy on Monday, becoming the 22nd state to impose broad restrictions on ending pregnancies since

Iowa starts enforcing six-week abortion ban
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FBI to ask for Trump’s ‘perspective’ in shooting probe witness interview

FBI to ask for Trump’s ‘perspective’ in shooting probe witness interview

FBI to ask for Trump’s ‘perspective’ in shooting probe witness interview
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Johnson says Biden's Supreme Court overhaul 'dead on arrival' in House

The leading Republican in Congress, Mike Johnson, on Monday that President Joe Biden's Supreme Court reform proposal would not be considered by the House.

Johnson says Biden's Supreme Court overhaul 'dead on arrival' in House
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Trump agrees to sit for interview with FBI as it investigates shooting

By Sarah N.

Trump agrees to sit for interview with FBI as it investigates shooting
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Who is running for UK Conservative Party leadership?

Britain's opposition Conservatives have begun the process of choosing a new leader to replace former prime minister Rishi Sunak who led the party to a record defeat in a July 4

Who is running for UK Conservative Party leadership?
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Hamas, Israel trade blame for not reaching Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal

Israel and the Islamist group Hamas traded blame on Monday over the lack of progress in reaching a ceasefire and hostage release deal in the Gaza Strip despite

Hamas, Israel trade blame for not reaching Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal
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Harris is endorsed by border mayors in swing-state Arizona as she faces GOP criticism on immigration

Vice President Kamala Harris is highlighting endorsements from mayors of border towns in swing-state Arizona

Harris is endorsed by border mayors in swing-state Arizona as she faces GOP criticism on immigration
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Sri Lanka president fails to get backing of largest party for re-election

Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe failed on Monday to secure the backing of the biggest political party in parliament for his re-election bid, posing a

Sri Lanka president fails to get backing of largest party for re-election
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Italy's Tajani seeks de-escalation with Israel's Katz, Lebanon's Habib

Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani has discussed efforts to prevent a new war in the Middle East with his Israeli and Lebanese counterparts, Israel Katz and Bou Habib, he said on

Italy's Tajani seeks de-escalation with Israel's Katz, Lebanon's Habib
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Harris sees opening in Vance pick as she considers her own choice for vice president

Harris sees opening in Vance pick as she considers her own choice for vice president

Harris sees opening in Vance pick as she considers her own choice for vice president
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Skyrocketing power bills draw protests near Pakistan's capital

Protests over skyrocketing power bills have shut down a major road into Pakistan’s capital as some 3,000 supporters of a major Islamist party continue a sit-in despite pouring monsoon rains

Skyrocketing power bills draw protests near Pakistan's capital
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Ukrainian troops say Russia has driven them out of 2 more eastern Donetsk villages

Ukrainian soldiers say Russian forces have overrun two frontline villages in the eastern Donetsk region

Ukrainian troops say Russia has driven them out of 2 more eastern Donetsk villages
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Putin hails Maduro's win, Kremlin says it is deepening ties

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday congratulated Nicolas Maduro on winning the disputed Venezuelan election, and the Kremlin said it was deepening

Putin hails Maduro's win, Kremlin says it is deepening ties
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Exclusive: Inside the Supreme Court’s negotiations and compromise on Idaho’s abortion ban

Exclusive: Inside the Supreme Court’s negotiations and compromise on Idaho’s abortion ban

Exclusive: Inside the Supreme Court’s negotiations and compromise on Idaho’s abortion ban
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Maduro speaks after his claimed victory

According to the country's election authority, Nicolás Maduro has been reelected president of Venezuela. The country’s opposition alleged voting irregularities and the United States voiced “serious concerns” about the results.

Maduro speaks after his claimed victory
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Venezuela's Maduro says re-election is triumph of peace and stability

Venezuela President Nicolas Maduro said after midnight on Monday that his re-election is triumph of peace and stability and reiterated his campaign trail assertion that Venezuela's

Venezuela's Maduro says re-election is triumph of peace and stability
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Harris quickly pivots to convincing Arab American voters of her leadership

Some Arab American leaders in Michigan are expressing cautious optimism about Vice President Kamala Harris' presidential campaign after months of outrage over President Joe Biden's handling of the Israel-Hamas war

Harris quickly pivots to convincing Arab American voters of her leadership
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Focused on legacy, Biden calls out Trump and says how civil rights led him into politics

No longer on the campaign trail, President Joe Biden delivered a speech at the LBJ Presidential Library designed to help cement his legacy

Focused on legacy, Biden calls out Trump and says how civil rights led him into politics
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US Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee of Texas fondly remembered as she lies in state at Houston City Hall

Houston area residents are remembering longtime U.S. Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee of Texas as an advocate for human rights and for her community

US Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee of Texas fondly remembered as she lies in state at Houston City Hall
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Minnesota prepares for influx of patients from Iowa as abortion ban takes effect

Minnesota medical providers and public officials are preparing for the arrival of new patients before an Iowa law banning most abortions after about six weeks of pregnancy goes into effect

Minnesota prepares for influx of patients from Iowa as abortion ban takes effect
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Doug Emhoff would become the country's first first gentleman if Kamala Harris wins the presidency

The nation’s first second gentleman, Doug Emhoff, would become its first first gentleman if Kamala Harris wins the presidential election in November

Doug Emhoff would become the country's first first gentleman if Kamala Harris wins the presidency
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The Russia-US divide was on display during Moscow's monthlong presidency of the UN Security Council

Whether it’s Gaza, Ukraine, Syria or a new world order, it’s been Russia versus the United States and the West during Moscow’s presidency of the U.N. Security Council this month

The Russia-US divide was on display during Moscow's monthlong presidency of the UN Security Council
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UK is 'broke and broken,' new government says as it prepares to tackle shortfall in public finances

Britain’s new left-leaning government says the nation is “broke and broken,” blaming the situation on its predecessors ahead of a major speech on the state of the public finances that is widely expected to lay the groundwork for higher taxes

UK is 'broke and broken,' new government says as it prepares to tackle shortfall in public finances
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Trump and Harris enter final 100-day stretch of a rapidly evolving 2024 race

Trump and Harris enter final 100-day stretch of a rapidly evolving 2024 race

Trump and Harris enter final 100-day stretch of a rapidly evolving 2024 race
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Wisconsin Republicans ask voters to take away governor's power to spend federal money

Wisconsin Republicans are asking voters to take away the governor’s power to unilaterally spend federal money, a reaction to the billions of dollars that flowed into the state during the COVID-19 pandemic

Wisconsin Republicans ask voters to take away governor's power to spend federal money
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After years of fighting Iowa's strict abortion law, clinics also prepared to follow it

Iowa is set to join more than a dozen other states where abortion access has been sharply curbed since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade

After years of fighting Iowa's strict abortion law, clinics also prepared to follow it
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Here’s what a Harris presidency could look like

Here’s what a Harris presidency could look like

Here’s what a Harris presidency could look like
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The US economy Kamala Harris inherits and how she may run on it

The US economy Kamala Harris inherits and how she may run on it

The US economy Kamala Harris inherits and how she may run on it
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Indian PM Modi likely to visit Ukraine in August, local media reports

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to visit Ukraine next month, a local media report said, his first visit to the country since its war with Russia began and just

Indian PM Modi likely to visit Ukraine in August, local media reports
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Hungary's Orban says Russia stands to gain as 'irrational' West loses power

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban said on Saturday Russia's leadership was "hyper rational" and that Ukraine would never be able to fulfil its hopes of becoming a member of

Hungary's Orban says Russia stands to gain as 'irrational' West loses power
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Hungary’s nationalist leader warns of EU's demise and backs Trump in anti-Western speech

Hungary’s nationalist Prime Minister Viktor Orbán says the European Union is sliding toward oblivion in a rambling anti-Western speech in which he warned of a new, Asia-oriented “world order.”

Hungary’s nationalist leader warns of EU's demise and backs Trump in anti-Western speech
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As racist and sexist attacks fly, Republicans grapple with how to take on Harris

Republican nominee Donald Trump has called her "crazy," "nuts" and "dumb as a rock."

As racist and sexist attacks fly, Republicans grapple with how to take on Harris
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Trump holds narrow lead over Harris, WSJ poll finds

Republican Donald Trump has a two-percentage point lead over Democratic U.S.

Trump holds narrow lead over Harris, WSJ poll finds
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US may 'calibrate' Venezuela sanctions policy post-election, officials say

The Biden administration will "calibrate" its sanctions policy towards Venezuela depending on how the high-stakes election unfolds in the

US may 'calibrate' Venezuela sanctions policy post-election, officials say
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Two billionaire Harris donors hope she will fire FTC Chair Lina Khan

Billionaire Democratic donors Barry Diller and Reid Hoffman said in interviews this week they hope Kamala Harris will replace Federal Trade Commission Chair Lina Khan if she

Two billionaire Harris donors hope she will fire FTC Chair Lina Khan
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UK drops plan to challenge ICC arrest warrant request for Netanyahu

UK drops plan to challenge ICC arrest warrant request for Netanyahu

UK drops plan to challenge ICC arrest warrant request for Netanyahu
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Harris’ team rejects Israeli notion that her comments could harm ceasefire talks

Harris’ team rejects Israeli notion that her comments could harm ceasefire talks

Harris’ team rejects Israeli notion that her comments could harm ceasefire talks
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Nebraska Supreme Court upholds law restricting both medical care for transgender youth and abortion

The Nebraska Supreme Court has upheld a law restricting access to both medical care for transgender youth and abortion

Nebraska Supreme Court upholds law restricting both medical care for transgender youth and abortion
Opinion|Political|US

JD Vance’s selection as Trump’s running mate marks the end of Republican conservatism

Dwight Eisenhower, Ronald Reagan and other avatars of American conservatism wouldn’t recognize it under Trump.

JD Vance’s selection as Trump’s running mate marks the end of Republican conservatism
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Kamala Harris is no Hubert Humphrey − how the presumed 2024 Democratic presidential nominee isn’t like the 1968 party candidate

With the huge task of a late presidential run against Donald Trump, Kamala Harris faces challenges distinct from those faced by Vice President Hubert Humphrey after LBJ decided not to seek reelection.

Kamala Harris is no Hubert Humphrey − how the presumed 2024 Democratic presidential nominee isn’t like the 1968 party candidate
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Trump meets with Netanyahu for first time since departing White House

Trump meets with Netanyahu for first time since departing White House

Trump meets with Netanyahu for first time since departing White House
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Russian ex-defence minister arrested for corruption, says Interfax

Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) said on Friday that Dmitry Bulgakov, a former deputy defence minister, had been arrested and charged with corruption, the Interfax news

Russian ex-defence minister arrested for corruption, says Interfax
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Venezuela opposition seeks to end 25 years of socialist power in Sunday vote

Venezuelan opposition leader Maria Corina Machado and her coalition's candidate Edmundo Gonzalez have commanded

Venezuela opposition seeks to end 25 years of socialist power in Sunday vote
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Italy's Liguria regional leader resigns after corruption probe arrest

The centre-right governor of Italy's northwestern region of Liguria resigned on Friday, months after being arrested as part of a corruption investigation, his resignation letter seen

Italy's Liguria regional leader resigns after corruption probe arrest
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See moment Barack and Michelle Obama endorse Kamala Harris for president

Former President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama have issued a statement voicing their support for Vice President Kamala Harris' 2024 presidential bid.

See moment Barack and Michelle Obama endorse Kamala Harris for president
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Barack and Michelle Obama endorse Kamala Harris for president

Barack and Michelle Obama endorse Kamala Harris for president

Barack and Michelle Obama endorse Kamala Harris for president
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UK urges China to prevent its companies supporting Russia's military

Britain's Foreign Secretary David Lammy urged China to prevent its companies from supporting Russia's military, his office said on Friday following a meeting between Lammy and his

UK urges China to prevent its companies supporting Russia's military
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With uncertainty across the Atlantic, Europe worries about its own security

When Donald Trump suggested during the 2016 presidential campaign that he might not honor a U.S. commitment to defend other NATO countries if they were attacked, it triggered alarm throughout the trans-Atlantic alliance

With uncertainty across the Atlantic, Europe worries about its own security
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Agreement with Russia is 'deal with the devil,' adviser to Ukrainian president says

Signing an agreement with Russia to stop the war with Ukraine would amount to signing a deal with the devil

Agreement with Russia is 'deal with the devil,' adviser to Ukrainian president says
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Reporter on what Trump adviser revealed about running against Harris

CNN's Erin Burnett talks to Mark Caputo, national political reporter for The Bulwark, about his new reporting on how the Trump campaign is reacting to Vice President Kamala Harris entering the 2024 presidential race.

Reporter on what Trump adviser revealed about running against Harris
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How Kamala Harris’ warp-speed campaign launch has changed the 2024 race

How Kamala Harris’ warp-speed campaign launch has changed the 2024 race

How Kamala Harris’ warp-speed campaign launch has changed the 2024 race
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Trump campaign says it won’t commit to Harris debate until she’s confirmed as nominee

Trump campaign says it won’t commit to Harris debate until she’s confirmed as nominee

Trump campaign says it won’t commit to Harris debate until she’s confirmed as nominee
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Netanyahu meets with Trump at Mar-a-Lago, offering measured optimism on a Gaza cease-fire

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu worked to mend ties with Donald Trump on Friday and offered measured optimism about progress toward a cease-fire deal for Gaza

Netanyahu meets with Trump at Mar-a-Lago, offering measured optimism on a Gaza cease-fire
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Hear what VP Harris says she told Israel's Netanyahu

Vice President and presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris talks about her meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu where she said she would ensure that Israel would be able to defend itself and urged an end to the war in Gaza.

Hear what VP Harris says she told Israel's Netanyahu
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These older Democratic voters are feeling relief that Biden stepped aside

CNN's John King speaks with voters in Pennsylvania about their feelings on the 2024 presidential election following President Joe Biden's decision to drop out of the race.

These older Democratic voters are feeling relief that Biden stepped aside
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Biden denounces Supreme Court ruling on Trump immunity case

The U.S. President defiant after High Court ruling as the administration tries to grapple with his debate performance. CNN’s Arlette Saenz reports. 

Biden denounces Supreme Court ruling on Trump immunity case
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Justice Elena Kagan says Supreme Court’s code of conduct needs an enforcement plan. Takeaways from her wide-ranging comments.

Justice Elena Kagan says Supreme Court’s code of conduct needs an enforcement plan. Takeaways from her wide-ranging comments.

Justice Elena Kagan says Supreme Court’s code of conduct needs an enforcement plan. Takeaways from her wide-ranging comments.
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Judge who ordered Trump to pay $454 million says he was ‘accosted’ by lawyer and won’t recuse himself from case

Judge who ordered Trump to pay $454 million says he was ‘accosted’ by lawyer and won’t recuse himself from case

Judge who ordered Trump to pay $454 million says he was ‘accosted’ by lawyer and won’t recuse himself from case
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South Africa appoints a woman as chief justice for the first time

South Africa has appointed its first female chief justice

South Africa appoints a woman as chief justice for the first time
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Prosecutors urge judge not to toss out Trump’s hush money conviction, pushing back on immunity claim

Prosecutors are urging a judge to uphold Donald Trump’s historic hush money conviction

Prosecutors urge judge not to toss out Trump’s hush money conviction, pushing back on immunity claim
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As Harris considers a running mate, what are states' succession rules for VP candidates?

The 2024 White House campaign has thrust a handful of governors and senators into the mix for vice president

As Harris considers a running mate, what are states' succession rules for VP candidates?
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Gaza war protesters hold a 'die-in' near the White House as Netanyahu meets with Biden, Harris

Protesters against the Gaza war have held a “die-in” across from Lafayette Park and the White House as President Joe Biden met with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu

Gaza war protesters hold a 'die-in' near the White House as Netanyahu meets with Biden, Harris
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Harris refashions campaign in her own image as she prepares for historic clash with Trump

Vice President Kamala Harris is putting her own stamp on the campaign that she inherited from President Joe Biden

Harris refashions campaign in her own image as she prepares for historic clash with Trump
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Judge threatens to sanction Hunter Biden's legal team over 'false statements' in a court filing

A federal judge in California is threatening to sanction Hunter Biden’s lawyers, saying they made “false statements” in a court filing seeking to throw out the tax case against President Joe Biden’s son

Judge threatens to sanction Hunter Biden's legal team over 'false statements' in a court filing
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North Korean hackers stealing military secrets, say US and allies

By James Pearson and Sarah N.

North Korean hackers stealing military secrets, say US and allies
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Yellen: Harris has deep understanding of global issues

Democratic U.S. presidential candidate Kamala Harris would continue the core values of the Biden administration when dealing with global issues, Treasury Secretary Janet

Yellen: Harris has deep understanding of global issues
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Hear Biden's full historic address on leaving 2024 race

President Joe Biden addressed the nation from the Oval Office of the White House about his decision to drop his Democratic presidential reelection bid.

Hear Biden's full historic address on leaving 2024 race
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Ann Arbor city councilwoman speaks on alleged hate crime outside her home

Ann Arbor city councilwoman speaks on alleged hate crime outside her home

Ann Arbor city councilwoman speaks on alleged hate crime outside her home
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Forced to emigrate, Venezuelans living abroad hope for change — and to eventually return home

The prolonged economic and political instability in Venezuela has forced millions of Venezuelans to leave over the past decade, quashing many of their dreams and leaving many wondering if they’ll ever return to what was once South America’s most prosperous country

Forced to emigrate, Venezuelans living abroad hope for change — and to eventually return home
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Biden and Netanyahu meet with urgency to reach ceasefire deal at top of the agenda

Biden and Netanyahu meet with urgency to reach ceasefire deal at top of the agenda

Biden and Netanyahu meet with urgency to reach ceasefire deal at top of the agenda
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Venezuela's last-minute opposition candidate Edmundo Gonzalez seeks dialogue

The charged atmosphere around the campaign for Venezuela's presidency - marred by arrests and accusations of conspiracy and sabotage - does not seem like a

Venezuela's last-minute opposition candidate Edmundo Gonzalez seeks dialogue
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Israelis watched Netanyahu's Congress speech closely. For many, it was both uplifting and depressing

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s fiery speech to Congress may have been delivered in Washington, but his words appeared aimed at an audience back home

Israelis watched Netanyahu's Congress speech closely. For many, it was both uplifting and depressing
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Israel-Hamas war latest: Netanyahu meets with Biden as cease-fire talks face delays

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed Congress in Washington as he sought to bolster U.S. support for his country's war in Gaza

Israel-Hamas war latest: Netanyahu meets with Biden as cease-fire talks face delays
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Putin meets Syria's Assad to discuss Turkey and Israel

Russian President Vladimir Putin met Bashar al-Assad in the Kremlin as Moscow nudges the Syrian leader towards a meeting with

Putin meets Syria's Assad to discuss Turkey and Israel
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Noncitizens are less likely to participate in a census with citizenship question, study says

Adding a citizenship question to the census reduces the participation of people who aren’t U.S. citizens, particularly those from Latin American countries

Noncitizens are less likely to participate in a census with citizenship question, study says
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Hear what VP Harris’ husband told Jewish voters about her stance on Israel

Second gentleman Doug Emhoff joined a Zoom call organized by the Jewish Democratic Council of America and Jewish Women for Kamala where he vowed that Harris would support Israel and ensure the country can defend itself.

Hear what VP Harris’ husband told Jewish voters about her stance on Israel
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Trump-friendly panel shapes Georgia's election rules at long, often chaotic meetings

The State Election Board in Georgia once toiled in relative obscurity

Trump-friendly panel shapes Georgia's election rules at long, often chaotic meetings
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House Democrats praise Biden’s speech passing the torch

House Democrats praise Biden’s speech passing the torch

House Democrats praise Biden’s speech passing the torch
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Harris tells Netanyahu 'it is time' to end the war in Gaza and bring the hostages home

Vice President Kamala Harris says she urged Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to reach a cease-fire deal soon with Hamas so that dozens of hostages held in Gaza since the Oct. 7 attack can return home

Harris tells Netanyahu 'it is time' to end the war in Gaza and bring the hostages home
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New York urges Supreme Court not to intervene in Trump’s hush money criminal case

New York urges Supreme Court not to intervene in Trump’s hush money criminal case

New York urges Supreme Court not to intervene in Trump’s hush money criminal case
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Hong Kong court dismisses tycoon Jimmy Lai's bid to end trial

A Hong Kong court dismissed on Thursday a bid by the legal team for jailed democrat Jimmy Lai to end his national security trial, saying prosecutors appeared to

Hong Kong court dismisses tycoon Jimmy Lai's bid to end trial
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Biden's speech: Warnings about Trump without naming him, a hefty to-do list, and a power handoff

President Joe Biden delivered a solemn Oval Office address Wednesday that laid out in the clearest terms yet why he abandoned his reelection campaign

Biden's speech: Warnings about Trump without naming him, a hefty to-do list, and a power handoff
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Fact-checking Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s address to Congress

Fact-checking Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s address to Congress

Fact-checking Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s address to Congress
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Harris is less than 2 weeks away from naming running mate, with vetting and polling underway

Harris is less than 2 weeks away from naming running mate, with vetting and polling underway

Harris is less than 2 weeks away from naming running mate, with vetting and polling underway
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FACT FOCUS: A look at Netanyahu's claims about Israel, Hamas and Iran during his speech to Congress

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu defended his country’s conduct in the devastating Gaza war and urged the U.S. to support the fight against Hamas despite the humanitarian crisis it has unleashed

FACT FOCUS: A look at Netanyahu's claims about Israel, Hamas and Iran during his speech to Congress
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Judge won’t dismiss Trump’s defamation suit against ABC News and George Stephanopoulos

Judge won’t dismiss Trump’s defamation suit against ABC News and George Stephanopoulos

Judge won’t dismiss Trump’s defamation suit against ABC News and George Stephanopoulos
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Roger Stone sentencing proposal change was ‘highly unusual’ but politics didn’t play an improper role, DOJ watchdog says

Roger Stone sentencing proposal change was ‘highly unusual’ but politics didn’t play an improper role, DOJ watchdog says

Roger Stone sentencing proposal change was ‘highly unusual’ but politics didn’t play an improper role, DOJ watchdog says
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Pentagon panel to review Medals of Honor given to soldiers at the Wounded Knee massacre

The Defense Department will review the Medals of Honor that were given to 20 U.S. soldiers for their actions in the 1890 battle at Wounded Knee to make sure their conduct merits such an honor

Pentagon panel to review Medals of Honor given to soldiers at the Wounded Knee massacre
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'Incredibly insulting': Susan Rice responds to comment that Harris is a 'DEI hire'

Former UN ambassador Susan Rice speaks with CNN's Wolf Blitzer about a comment made by Rep. Ted Burchett (R-TN) calling Vice President Kamala Harris a "DEI hire."

'Incredibly insulting': Susan Rice responds to comment that Harris is a 'DEI hire'
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Republicans stare down another funding failure as they head to recess

Republicans stare down another funding failure as they head to recess

Republicans stare down another funding failure as they head to recess
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Russian transgender politician reverses decision to detransition, saying she was acting ‘out of fear’

Russian transgender politician reverses decision to detransition, saying she was acting ‘out of fear’

Russian transgender politician reverses decision to detransition, saying she was acting ‘out of fear’
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Puerto Rico finalizes details of upcoming referendum on political status amid criticism over cost

Plans to hold a nonbinding referendum on Puerto Rico’s political status have come under scrutiny for its multimillion-dollar cost as election officials announced the order and description of choices on the upcoming ballot

Puerto Rico finalizes details of upcoming referendum on political status amid criticism over cost
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FBI says shooter who tried to kill Trump Googled details on JFK assassination

The man who tried to kill former President Donald Trump conducted online research about how Lee Harvey Oswald assassinated former President John F.

FBI says shooter who tried to kill Trump Googled details on JFK assassination
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Nine arrests during London protest against Israel arms exports

British police on Wednesday arrested nine people during a protest against arms exports to Israel that briefly blocked the street outside the foreign ministry, highlighting pressure

Nine arrests during London protest against Israel arms exports
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Right-wing media figures target Kamala Harris with race and gender-based attacks

Right-wing media figures target Kamala Harris with race and gender-based attacks

Right-wing media figures target Kamala Harris with race and gender-based attacks
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UK, Germany sign joint defence declaration for closer cooperation

Britain and Germany signed a joint defence declaration on Wednesday, pledging to work more closely to strengthen their defence industries, reinforce European security and support

UK, Germany sign joint defence declaration for closer cooperation
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Biden dropped out − is the news media to blame?

Are journalists to blame for Biden dropping out? This assumes that the power of the press is significant and straightforward. It’s neither.

Biden dropped out − is the news media to blame?
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Supreme Court ruling may put presidents above the law – but even kings never were

Even Louis XIV of France, the epitome of absolute monarchy, did not stand above the law. Kings have always been defined and constrained by legal precedent.

Supreme Court ruling may put presidents above the law – but even kings never were
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As Hamas war drags on, Israeli democracy weakens further

Israel’s democracy was already diminishing before the Oct. 7 attack by Hamas, but things have only worsened since then.

As Hamas war drags on, Israeli democracy weakens further
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2024 Election Latest: Biden says democracy lies in the hands of voters during solemn address

President Joe Biden has made his first address since his decision to drop out of the 2024 presidential race

2024 Election Latest: Biden says democracy lies in the hands of voters during solemn address
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Biden calls his decision to step aside from 2024 race a matter of defending democracy

Biden calls his decision to step aside from 2024 race a matter of defending democracy

Biden calls his decision to step aside from 2024 race a matter of defending democracy
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Trump shooter searched online for JFK assassination, FBI director says

The 20-year-old gunman who tried to kill Donald Trump did an online search of the John F.

Trump shooter searched online for JFK assassination, FBI director says
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Israel-Hamas war latest: Netanyahu addresses Congress and vows to achieve 'total victory'

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu addressed Congress in Washington as he sought to bolster U.S. support for his country's war in Gaza

Israel-Hamas war latest: Netanyahu addresses Congress and vows to achieve 'total victory'

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