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A federal judge reimposes a limited gag order in Donald Trump's 2020 election interference case

The federal judge who reimposed a narrow gag order on Donald Trump in his 2020 election interference case in Washington says one of his social media posts about ex-chief of staff Mark Meadows constituted an “attack.”

A federal judge reimposes a limited gag order in Donald Trump's 2020 election interference case
World

US, South Korean warplanes kick off joint air drills

The United States and South Korea began major air exercises on Monday, involving 130 warplanes from both countries to simulate 24-hour wartime operations.

US, South Korean warplanes kick off joint air drills
Business|Political|World

Democrat Brandon Presley seeks big turnout in Nov. 7 bid to unseat Mississippi's Republican governor

Democrat Brandon Presley is trying to block Republican Gov. Tate Reeves from winning a second term in Mississippi

Democrat Brandon Presley seeks big turnout in Nov. 7 bid to unseat Mississippi's Republican governor
World

Exclusive-US military begins Japan seafood purchases to counter China ban

The United States has for the first time begun buying Japanese seafood to supply its military there, a response to China's ban on such products

Exclusive-US military begins Japan seafood purchases to counter China ban
World

China, US should have 'objective' understanding of strategic intention - Chinese foreign ministry

China and the United States should have an objective understanding of each other's strategic intention and take the correct view of competitive factors in future exchanges, China's

China, US should have 'objective' understanding of strategic intention - Chinese foreign ministry
Economy

Goldman Sachs no longer sees U.S. govt shutdown in 2023

Goldman Sachs removed its forecast for a U.S. government shutdown this year given new geopolitical risks and the election of a speaker at the House of Representatives, but warned of risks

Goldman Sachs no longer sees U.S. govt shutdown in 2023
World

He Lifeng: China's economy tsar made director of key party commission

China's economy tsar He Lifeng has been appointed director of a key ruling Communist Party economic body, matching his high-profile predecessor Liu He with a

He Lifeng: China's economy tsar made director of key party commission
Entertainment|News|Political

Former White House press secretary Jen Psaki writes about her years in government in 'Say More'

Former White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki has a two-book deal with Scribner, starting with a book reflecting on her years in government

Former White House press secretary Jen Psaki writes about her years in government in 'Say More'
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Outraised and embattled, Lauren Boebert heads back to Colorado with a revamped campaign strategy

The Republican firebrand Rep. Lauren Boebert faces a tough reelection bid

Outraised and embattled, Lauren Boebert heads back to Colorado with a revamped campaign strategy
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St. Louis County prosecutor drops U.S. Senate bid, will instead oppose Cori Bush in House race

St. Louis County Prosecuting Attorney Wesley Bell is dropping his bid to unseat Republican U.S. Sen. Josh Hawley in 2024, and will instead make a run at a fellow Democrat — U.S. Rep. Cori Bush

St. Louis County prosecutor drops U.S. Senate bid, will instead oppose Cori Bush in House race
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Venezuela's high court has suspended the opposition's primary election process, including its result

Venezuela’s high court has suspended of the opposition’s entire primary election process, including its result

Venezuela's high court has suspended the opposition's primary election process, including its result
World

Netanyahu says Israel will not pause war against Hamas

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said on Monday that Israel would not agree to a cessation of hostilities with Hamas in the Gaza Strip and would press ahead with its

Netanyahu says Israel will not pause war against Hamas
World

Putin blames West for Gaza crisis, says US needs global chaos

Russian President Vladimir Putin on Monday sought to blame the West for the crisis in the Middle East, where Israel is bombing the Gaza Strip to try to eradicate Hamas militants who

Putin blames West for Gaza crisis, says US needs global chaos
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Democratic Gov. Beshear downplays party labels in campaigning for 2nd term in GOP-leaning Kentucky

Democratic Gov. Andy Beshear is downplaying party labels in seeking a second term in Republican-leaning Kentucky

Democratic Gov. Beshear downplays party labels in campaigning for 2nd term in GOP-leaning Kentucky
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Ivanka Trump testimony delayed to Nov. 8, will follow dad Donald Trump on stand at civil fraud trial

Ivanka Trump’s testimony at her father’s New York civil fraud trial is being delayed until next week so there is sufficient time for her to be questioned

Ivanka Trump testimony delayed to Nov. 8, will follow dad Donald Trump on stand at civil fraud trial
News

Judge blocks Biden administration from destroying Texas border fencing

A U.S. judge on Monday temporarily blocked federal immigration authorities from destroying razor wire placed along the border with Mexico by the state of Texas to

Judge blocks Biden administration from destroying Texas border fencing
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California's Newsom plays hardball in China, collides with student during schoolyard basketball game

California Gov. Gavin Newsom's recent trip to China was highlighted by a surprise meeting with leader Xi Jinping

California's Newsom plays hardball in China, collides with student during schoolyard basketball game
Political

US House Republicans unveil bill to fund Israel by cutting IRS budget

U.S.

US House Republicans unveil bill to fund Israel by cutting IRS budget
World

US to evict Gabon, Niger, Uganda and Central African Republic from trade program

U.S.

US to evict Gabon, Niger, Uganda and Central African Republic from trade program
World

Peru president to discuss drug trafficking with Biden

Peruvian President Dina Boluarte said on Monday that she would discuss a plan to tackle drug trafficking in an upcoming meeting with her U.S. counterpart, Joe Biden, as she travels to

Peru president to discuss drug trafficking with Biden
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Senate Democrats plan to subpoena Harlan Crow and Leonard Leo over Supreme Court justices' travel

Senate Democrats say they will subpoena Republican megadonor Harlan Crow and conservative activist Leonard Leo for more information about their roles in organizing and paying for luxury travel for Supreme Court justices

Senate Democrats plan to subpoena Harlan Crow and Leonard Leo over Supreme Court justices' travel
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Democratic U.S. Rep. Earl Blumenauer from Oregon says he won't run for reelection next year

Oregon's Democratic U.S. Rep. Earl Blumenauer has announced that he won't be running for reelection next year

Democratic U.S. Rep. Earl Blumenauer from Oregon says he won't run for reelection next year
Economy

South Korea economic growth to exceed potential rate in 2024, Yoon says

South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol said on Tuesday the economy in 2024 would exceed the potential growth rate after picking up pace in the second half of 2023, and pledged closer

South Korea economic growth to exceed potential rate in 2024, Yoon says
Business

US lawmakers urge Yellen to speed up China outbound investment rules

The Republican and Democratic leaders of a U.S. congressional committee on China urged Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen to urgently implement outbound

US lawmakers urge Yellen to speed up China outbound investment rules
World

As wars rage, Biden administration to make case for $106 billion for Ukraine, Israel

Two of President Joe Biden's top advisers will try to convince U.S. lawmakers on Tuesday that it is in the country's best interest to provide billions more

As wars rage, Biden administration to make case for $106 billion for Ukraine, Israel

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