DOJ press conference held after FBI arrest connected to Jan. 6 pipe bombs. Suspect arrested in pipe bomb incident before riot.
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The Justice Department and FBI have arrested a 30-year-old man from Prince William County, Va., in connection with the pipe bombs planted in Washington on the eve of Jan. 6, 2021. A press conference is scheduled to provide more details about the arrest, which could potentially solve one of the mysteries from the Jan. 6 attack. The FBI has been searching for the individual responsible for placing the bombs near the Democratic and Republican committee headquarters before the Capitol assault.
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WATCH LIVE: DOJ holds press conference after FBI arrest connected to Jan. 6 pipe bombswww.washingtonexaminer.com
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Suspect Arrested in Inquiry Into Pipe Bombs in D.C. Ahead of Jan. 6 Riotwww.nytimes.com
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Who is Brian Cole Jr, the DC pipe bomb suspect?www.foxnews.com
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Suspect arrested in pipe bomb incident on eve of Jan 6, ending years-long manhuntwww.bbc.com
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FBI arrests suspect in investigation into pipe bombs planted near DNC, RNC before Jan. 6 attackwww.npr.org
US renews 'do not travel' alert due to terrorism and kidnapping. Trump threatens military action against Venezuela, escalating tensions with Maduro. Repatriation flights bring migrants back.
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The State Department issued a renewed "do not travel" warning for Venezuela, citing crime, terrorism, and detention risks for Americans. Experts are concerned that Trump's military deployment in the Caribbean is diverting critical resources, while the crisis in Venezuela is testing diplomatic pressure tactics. President Trump has accused Venezuela of sending 'killers and gang members' to the U.S. and has vowed an aggressive response to the fentanyl crisis. Flights carrying Venezuelans back to their country arrived amidst airspace safety concerns and U.S. military pressure on Venezuela's leader. Trump has warned of potential expanded attacks on Venezuela but has also engaged in phone conversations with its leader.
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US renews 'do not travel' alert over terrorism, kidnapping amid Trump narco-terror fightwww.foxnews.com
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Repatriation Flights With Hundreds of Migrants Arrive in Venezuelawww.nytimes.com
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Trump again threatens Venezuela land strikes — and says Colombia also at risknypost.com
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Venezuela land strikes will start ‘very soon,’ Trump says at final Cabinet meeting of the yearwww.washingtonexaminer.com
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Venezuela calls Trump's call to close airspace a 'colonialist threat'www.npr.org
Texas A&M student's deleted suicide note prompts scrutiny from police after mother's concerns about daughter's death. Phone found in woods.
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Austin police have ruled the death of Texas A&M student Brianna Aguilera as a suicide, following a tragic incident at her apartment. Despite her family's claims of foul play, authorities maintain there was no wrongdoing. Aguilera's mother is demanding justice and disputes the police ruling, citing suspicious details such as her daughter's phone being thrown in the woods before the fall.
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Texas A&M student Brianna Aguilera had deleted suicide note on phone, police saywww.foxnews.com
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Police should be taking 'closer look' at college student's death after mother's allegations: Former prosecutorwww.foxnews.com
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Dead Texas college student's phone was 'thrown in the woods,' grieving mother sayswww.foxnews.com
Matt Van Epps sworn in as GOP gains 220 seats, but Marjorie Taylor Greene's potential exit may impact slim majority. Democrats eye 2026 Senate takeover.
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Republican Matt Van Epps was sworn into the House, giving the GOP a 220-213 majority. The Tennessee special election victory provides breathing room for Republican control. The House now has 220 Republicans to 213 Democrats, giving Speaker Mike Johnson a three-seat majority. Democrats are hopeful for a Senate takeover, but Republicans are confident in maintaining their majority. The GOP faces challenges in maintaining their razor-thin majority in the House in 2026. Washington Examiner columnist Joe Concha criticized the media for not reporting on Republican successes.
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Trump-backed Van Epps sworn in as GOP hits 220 seats — but incoming Greene exit threatens razor-thin majoritywww.foxnews.com
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Special election winner Matt Van Epps sworn in as newest House Republicanwww.washingtonexaminer.com
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Watch: What Tennessee's special election means for the Republican partywww.bbc.com
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Opinion | The Republican Clock Is Tickingwww.wsj.com
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What Tennessee Revealed About the G.O.P.’s Trump Trap in the Midtermswww.nytimes.com
US Navy admiral briefs lawmakers on controversial 'double-tap' strike in Venezuela, believing survivors were continuing drug run. Admiral Bradley to testify survivors were 'legitimate targets'.
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The White House has confirmed that Admiral Frank Bradley ordered a second strike on an alleged drugs boat, believing the survivors were continuing their drug run. Legal experts are calling the Pentagon's 'double tap' strike on shipwrecked survivors a war crime and are questioning the military lawyer's role in the operation. Admiral Bradley is expected to testify to House and Senate lawmakers that the survivors killed in the attack were considered "legitimate targets."
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US Navy admiral briefs lawmakers over controversial 'double-tap' strikewww.bbc.com
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Did a military lawyer witness the Venezuela 'double tap' boat strike? Experts say one should havewww.foxnews.com
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Admiral who ordered September boat strike to tell lawmakers survivors were trying to finish drug run: reportnypost.com
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Admiral Bradley to tell Congress boat strike survivors were ‘legitimate targets’www.washingtonexaminer.com
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Adm. 'Mitch' Bradley, at center of 2nd attack on boat, praised by colleaguesabcnews.go.com
Putin rejects US peace plan for Ukraine, warns Europe of war risk. Russia opposes using frozen assets for Ukraine. Europe faces financing plan challenges.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin refused to elaborate on what Russia could accept or reject in terms of peace terms amid ongoing tensions with Ukraine. Former Russian president warns EU over frozen assets as the European Commission proposes unlocking $105 billion to support Ukraine. The European Union has a proposal to turn Russian frozen assets into a loan for Ukraine, but Belgium rejected the plan due to financial and legal risks.
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Putin says there are points he can't agree to in the U.S. proposal to end Ukraine warwww.npr.org
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Putin rejects key parts of US peace plan as Kremlin official warns Europe faces new war risk: reportwww.foxnews.com
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Europe's plan to use $105 billion of frozen Russian assets tantamount to war, says Russia's Medvedevwww.cnbc.com
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Stakes High, Europe Races to Save Its Financing Plan for Ukrainewww.nytimes.com
Democrats introduce affordable housing plan as Trump dismisses affordability as a 'con job' and 'hoax.'
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Democrats are focusing on addressing affordability issues ahead of the midterms, with a proposal to tackle rising housing costs. President Trump is facing challenges in changing the public perception on affordability, especially after a recent special election in Tennessee. Despite dismissing concerns as a Democratic hoax, his efforts have not resonated with the public.
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As Trump calls affordability a 'con job,' Democrats unveil an affordable housing planwww.latimes.com
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Trump can’t shake the affordability ‘hoax’www.washingtonexaminer.com
Immigration crackdown operation launched in New Orleans by DHS under Trump Administration.
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The Trump administration has launched a deportation operation in New Orleans targeting illegal immigrants who were previously arrested for crimes and released under sanctuary policies. The operation has caused fear in immigrant communities, despite the support of the Republican governor. Federal agents arrived on Wednesday as part of the administration's intensified immigration enforcement efforts.
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Her Roof Was About to Be Fixed. Then Immigration Agents Showed Up.www.nytimes.com
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DHS launches new immigration crackdown operation in New Orleanswww.foxnews.com
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Immigration Crackdown Under Way in New Orleanswww.wsj.com
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DHS announces New Orleans as latest city to get immigration crackdownnypost.com
GOP lawmaker's Senate bid faces scrutiny over Afghan remarks. National Guard shooting sparks immigration debate, prompting calls for DC intervention.
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Rep. Andy Barr's 2026 Senate campaign faces scrutiny due to his past support for Afghan visas resurfacing after a shooting by an Afghan national in Washington, D.C. House Republicans are calling for an immigration overhaul following a deadly attack on National Guard members by an Afghan refugee, resulting in one death and another injury. The shooting in Washington has reignited discussions about the need for a stronger federal presence in the capital, with Republicans reporting positive feedback on safety measures since the incident.
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2021 Afghan remarks haunt GOP lawmaker's Senate bid after DC Guard shootingwww.foxnews.com
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National Guard killing reignites immigration war in Congress as Republicans demand sweeping reformswww.foxnews.com
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House GOP agrees DC needs more intervention after National Guard shootingwww.washingtonexaminer.com
Senate Democrats propose a three-year Obamacare subsidy bill, facing criticism from GOP. Schumer introduces Democrats' healthcare plan, unlikely to pass.
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Senate Democrats plan to push for a vote on a bill next week to extend expiring Obamacare subsidies for three years. They are rejecting bipartisan proposals and facing criticism from Republicans for not addressing the issue seriously. Democrats are seeking a clean extension without reforms, while Republicans are pushing for stricter changes to the subsidies.
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Senate Democrats settle on three-year Obamacare subsidy bill, drawing GOP jeerswww.washingtonexaminer.com
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Schumer unveils Democrats' Obamacare fix plan, likely dead in the waterwww.foxnews.com
Senate Majority Leader John Thune discusses Republican midterm message for 2026. Fiscal hawks present spending demands to Thune.
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Senate Majority Leader John Thune, a Republican from South Dakota, has outlined the party's focus for the 2026 midterms as running on promises of safer streets, more money for individuals, and improved opportunities. Additionally, fiscal hawks, including Senators Mike Lee and Rick Scott, are in discussions with Senate leadership about a spending bill that appropriators are looking to advance soon.
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Senate Majority Leader John Thune previews Republican midterm message heading into 2026www.foxnews.com
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Senate fiscal hawks make their demands in spending talks with Thunewww.washingtonexaminer.com
Former world leader and Democrat lawmaker thank Trump for pardons. Pardon recipient accuses Biden-era DOJ of indictment weaponization. Trump credited for border security.
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Former Honduran President Juan Orlando Hernández expressed gratitude towards President Donald Trump for pardoning him, while also mentioning that he will always remember the gesture. President Trump also pardoned Rep. Henry Cuellar, who was facing charges of accepting bribes from the Azerbaijan government. Hernández's connections with Trump allies and MAGA influencers played a role in securing his pardon. House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries acknowledged on CNN that the border crisis was resolved during Trump's presidency. Rep. Cuellar criticized the Biden administration's Department of Justice for allegedly weaponizing his indictment after being pardoned by Trump.
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Former world leader thanks Trump for pardon: 'You changed my life'www.foxnews.com
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How a Man Convicted of Running a Latin American Narco State Landed a Pardonwww.wsj.com
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Hakeem Jeffries gives rare praise of Trump pardoning Cuellar: ‘The right outcome’www.washingtonexaminer.com
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Trump Plans to Pardon Henry Cuellar, Texas Democrat Indicted on Bribery Chargeswww.nytimes.com
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Trump says he is pardoning Democratic congressman in bribery casewww.bbc.com
Illegal immigrant truckers with criminal records cause fatal crashes, highlighting flaws in the system. DHS criticizes deep blue states for issuing licenses.
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Illegal immigrant truck drivers have been involved in several deadly incidents in California and Colorado. In one case, a newlywed couple was allegedly killed by a truck driver who obtained a commercial driver's license under Governor Newsom's policies. Another incident involved an 8-year-old girl who died in a crash caused by a driver with prior DUI charges and a deportation order. In Colorado, a woman was killed in a drunk driving crash by an illegal immigrant, sparking a debate on sanctuary policies. Additionally, an illegal alien responsible for a fatal crash in Oregon was given a commercial driver's license by California under Governor Newsom.
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DAVID MARCUS: Illegal immigrant truckers are an insult to Americans who play by the ruleswww.foxnews.com
Over 40 House members leaving threatens Johnson's power. Stefanik criticizes Johnson, Trump intervenes. Stefanik's anger subsides after amendment agreement.
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Over 40 House members are set to leave Congress this year, posing a threat to Speaker Mike Johnson's slim majority. Some GOP women, including Rep. Elise Stefanik, have expressed frustration with Johnson. Stefanik recently celebrated a provision in the defense bill she championed to alert Congress of counterintelligence probes. A public dispute between Stefanik and Johnson has been ongoing, with Stefanik criticizing Johnson as an ineffective leader. Despite the conflict, Stefanik claimed a victory on the FBI accountability provision she pushed for in the defense authorization bill.
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Reporter's Notebook: House exodus threatens Johnson's grip on power as over 40 members head for exitwww.foxnews.com
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Republican Anger Erupts at Johnson as Party Frets About Futurewww.nytimes.com
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Elise Stefanik unloads about Speaker Johnson’s GOP leadership, gets Trump to intervene on fixing ‘Comey loophole’nypost.com
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Stefanik’s rage with Johnson subsides, for nowwww.washingtonexaminer.com
GOP challenger Demuth blames Walz for $1B fraud scandal. Ilhan Omar defends Somali immigrants. Emmer demands accountability in Minnesota fraud. Federal probe targets Somali fraud network.
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Minnesota House Speaker Lisa Demuth has pledged to crack down on fraud that has surged during Gov. Tim Walz's tenure, as a House investigation delves into a COVID relief fraud scandal. Rep. Ilhan Omar faced questions on CNN about the rampant fraud in Minnesota. Meanwhile, Congressman Tom Emmer is calling for accountability from Gov. Walz over the billion-dollar fraud scandal and alleged whistleblower retaliation. The Small Business Administration has initiated a federal investigation into Somali community groups connected to the $1 billion COVID fraud scandal in Minnesota.
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Walz bears 'full responsibility' for $1B fraud scandal, GOP challenger Demuth declareswww.foxnews.com
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Ilhan Omar says Trump attacks on Somali immigrants 'deflect attention' from scrutinywww.npr.org
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House Oversight Committee launches investigation into Walz over alleged Somali fraudwww.washingtonexaminer.com
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Oversight Chair James Comer fires off letters to Gov. Tim Walz, AG Keith Ellison about Minn. fraud — and potential evidence destructionnypost.com
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Trump describes Somali immigrants as 'garbage' amid feud with Minnesota politiciansabcnews.go.com
DHS cracks down on Afghan evacuees with criminal records after vetting failures. Bondi warns of risks after Afghan's bomb threat arrest.
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Afghan nationals, including a terror suspect and criminal, have been arrested as the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) increases enforcement due to concerns over the flawed vetting process in the Biden administration's Afghanistan evacuation. In Fort Worth, an Afghan national was arrested for making alleged bomb threats on social media, prompting Attorney General Pam Bondi to describe the case as "frightening" as the FBI takes action.
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Afghan evacuees with child-fondling, terror arrests swept up in DHS crackdown after botched vetting exposedwww.foxnews.com
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Bondi warns of vetting failures after 'frightening' arrest of Afghan national for bomb threats in Texaswww.foxnews.com
Melania Trump facilitates return of seven Ukrainian children abducted, reunited with families through back-channel talks.
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First lady Melania Trump announced the safe return of seven Ukrainian children who were taken by Russian soldiers in an attempt to influence their views against Ukraine. She expressed her commitment to ensuring the safe return of more children to their families amid the ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
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Melania Trump announces return of seven Ukrainian childrenwww.washingtonexaminer.com
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Melania Trump says 7 more abducted Ukraine kids reunited with families after back-channel talksnypost.com
Judge Boasberg allows refunds for pardoned Jan. 6 defendants after previous denial, reversing course.
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A federal judge has ordered the government to refund restitution payments and fines to a Maryland couple whose convictions related to the January 6, 2021 events were overturned by an appeals court. Chief Judge James Boasberg of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia had previously denied their request in June, but has now reversed course on the ruling involving high-dollar restitution payments and key separation of powers issues.
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Judge Boasberg allows refunds for pardoned Jan. 6 defendants after previous denialwww.washingtonexaminer.com
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Judge orders refunds for pardoned Jan. 6 defendants and more top headlineswww.foxnews.com
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Boasberg reverses course on Jan. 6 defendants pardoned by Trumpwww.foxnews.com
Halle Berry criticizes Gavin Newsom, stating he should not be the next president. Joe Concha praises her boldness.
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Actress Halle Berry criticized California Gov. Gavin Newsom for vetoing her menopause bill twice, stating that he devalues women in midlife. During a New York Times summit, Berry expressed her disapproval of Newsom's actions and stated that he should not be the next president. Washington Examiner senior writer Joe Concha praised Berry for her comments.
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Joe Concha praises Halle Berry for ‘guts’ to criticize Gavin Newsomwww.washingtonexaminer.com
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Halle Berry bashes Gov. Gavin Newsom at NYT summit just before he takes stage: ‘Should not be our next president either’nypost.com
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Halle Berry stuns crowd by criticizing Gavin Newsom, says he 'probably should not be our next president'www.foxnews.com
Shapiro criticizes Harris's book, calling it "complete bulls***" and "blatant lies" to sell books. He dismisses her claims as "utter bull----."
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Gov. Josh Shapiro of Pennsylvania has accused former Vice President Kamala Harris of spreading false information in her new memoir in order to increase book sales. He dismissed her claims as "blatant lies" and denied allegations that he wanted to be a "co-president" with her. Shapiro criticized Harris for what he described as misleading accounts in her book.
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Shapiro lost his cool after learning about Harris’s book: ‘Complete bulls***’www.washingtonexaminer.com
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Josh Shapiro rips Kamala Harris for ‘blatant lies’ about him in her memoir: ‘She’s trying to sell books and cover her ass’nypost.com
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Josh Shapiro calls Kamala Harris book claims about him 'utter bull----' in fiery interview responsewww.foxnews.com
House GOP delays vote on SCORE Act, despite Trump's support. Conservative backlash over NCAA-friendly sports bill. Over 20 conservative groups support SCORE Act amid NIL reform fight.
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Rep. Michael Baumgartner, R-Washington, criticized Big Ten Commissioner Tony Petitti after a House vote on the SCORE Act was delayed due to GOP defections and bipartisan opposition over athlete rights. The SCORE Act, a pro-NCAA bill regulating pay for student-athletes, was pulled from a scheduled vote by House GOP leadership just hours before it was set to take place. The bill received support from over 20 conservative groups, but faced pushback from some lawmakers, leading to a delay in the vote.
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GOP rep rips Big Ten commish after SCORE Act vote gets delayedwww.foxnews.com
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House GOP leadership pulls college sports bill from floor votewww.washingtonexaminer.com
Ana's lover testifies in Brian Walshe murder trial. Walshe claimed wife left for a flight, but JetBlue records contradict.
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In the murder trial of Brian Walshe, Ana Walshe's lover testified about their affair, providing important details about their relationship and timeline. The trial also featured testimony highlighting inconsistencies in Brian Walshe's statements to the police regarding his wife's whereabouts.
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Brian Walshe murder trial: Slain wife Ana's lover takes the standwww.foxnews.com
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Brian Walshe told cops his missing wife left for a flight on Jan 1, JetBlue records keeper says otherwisewww.foxnews.com
Muslim club's pro-Palestine booth at a PA school upsets Jewish students, causing controversy and anger.
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A Pennsylvania school is receiving backlash from Jewish parents after a Muslim student club distributed keffiyahs and pro-Palestinian messaging at a culture fair.
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PA school faces fury after Muslim club’s pro-Palestine booth leaves Jewish students ‘shaken’www.foxnews.com
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PA school faces fury after Muslim club’s pro-Palestinian display leaves Jewish students ‘shaken’www.foxnews.com
The US Institute of Peace is renamed after Donald J. Trump. Trump to host Congo and Rwanda leaders for peace talks.
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The Trump administration has renamed the United States Institute of Peace headquarters to the “Donald J. Trump Institute of Peace” amidst a legal battle over control of the organization. The administration has fired USIP staff and is in dispute with former leadership over ownership. President Trump is set to meet with leaders of Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo to advance a peace deal aimed at ending a long war in eastern Congo. Despite an upcoming U.S.-brokered peace deal signing between DR Congo and Rwanda, the situation on the ground remains complex.
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State Department announces renaming USIP ‘Donald J. Trump Institute of Peace’www.washingtonexaminer.com
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US Institute of Peace renamed after Trumpwww.bbc.com
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Trump to Host Congo and Rwanda Leaders for Peace Talks in Persistent Conflictwww.nytimes.com
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Congo and Rwanda to sign symbolic peace deal in Washington as fighting rageswww.npr.org
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US Institute of Peace officially renamed for Trump as White House moves to dismantle agency: 'Congratulations'www.foxnews.com
FBI investigates how DC National Guard shooter was radicalized in the US, probing possible ties to Tablighi Jamaat.
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Rahmanullah Lakanwal, who entered the US during the chaotic Kabul withdrawal in 2021 and later secured asylum under the Trump administration, is being investigated by the FBI for possible connections to Tablighi Jamaat in relation to a Washington DC attack. His radicalization path is said to have emerged through troubling family phone calls.
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Feds investigating how DC National Guard shooter was radicalized in US: ‘Why he snapped?’nypost.com
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FBI probes possible ties of National Guard shooter to shadowy sect, a ‘catalyst’ for jihadwww.foxnews.com
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FBI probes possible ties of National Guard shooter to Tablighi Jamaat, a ‘catalyst’ for jihadwww.foxnews.com
House GOP introduces the 'TRACE Act' to expose foreign influence in US schools and give parents access to curriculum.
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House Republicans have introduced legislation aimed at protecting students from Chinese Communist Party propaganda in U.S. schools. The bills, including the TRACE Act, require schools to disclose foreign funding to parents in an effort to counter CCP influence in education.
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House GOP launches blitz of bills to shut down CCP infiltration of US schools: 'Commonsense'www.foxnews.com
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Foreign-backed influence in schools to be exposed under GOP ‘TRACE Act’ giving parents access to curriculumwww.foxnews.com
FDA recalls 1.5 million bags of shredded cheese due to contamination concerns. Consumers advised to check fridge for affected brands.
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The Food and Drug Administration has issued a warning about shredded cheese recalls in the U.S., affecting stores like Target, Walmart, and Aldi in 31 states, including California. Customers are advised to discard specific brands of grated Pecorino Romano and be aware of potentially dangerous products.
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F.D.A. Orders Recall of More than 1.5 Million Bags of Shredded Cheesewww.nytimes.com
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1.5 million bags of shredded cheese have been recalled. Check your fridge for these brandswww.latimes.com
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Check your cheese: Shredded and grated varieties are recalled nationwidewww.npr.org
Deadly attacks in Gaza challenge cease-fire as Israel and Lebanon escalate talks amid rising tensions.
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Israel conducted a military strike in response to an attack by Hamas militants on its soldiers, marking the latest in a series of clashes that have occurred since a truce was signed two months ago. Diplomats from both Israel and Hamas have joined a committee led by the military to oversee the truce that has been in place for a year, amid concerns of a potential Israeli offensive against Hezbollah.
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Deadly Attacks in Gaza Test Cease-Fire on Eve of New Phasewww.nytimes.com
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With Tensions Rising, Israel and Lebanon Expand Cease-Fire Talkswww.nytimes.com
Voters may blame Republicans if ACA subsidies end. Bipartisan deal on subsidies fades; HSA plan pushed. Talks stall, Trump reviews options.
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A recent survey found that about half of Affordable Care Act beneficiaries say that a significant increase in their health costs could heavily influence their voting decisions in the 2026 midterm elections. The Senate is struggling to come to a bipartisan agreement on extending Obamacare subsidies, with Republicans and Democrats at odds over reform approaches. Talks to extend the subsidies have stalled, leading to concerns about rising out-of-pocket premiums next month. President Trump has not publicly commented on the issue, but insiders believe the White House will support a Republican proposal as the December 31 expiration date nears. Democratic lawmakers have been warning about potential premium increases for over 20 million individuals.
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Poll Suggests Voters May Blame Republicans More if Affordable Care Act Subsidies Go Awaywww.nytimes.com
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Bipartisan deal on Obamacare subsidies fades as Republicans push HSA planwww.foxnews.com
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Obamacare subsidy deal further out of reach as bipartisan talks sputterwww.washingtonexaminer.com
Illinois church displays empty Nativity scene with baby Jesus zip-tied by ICE agents, sparking controversy over political message.
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Two churches in Illinois and Massachusetts have sparked controversy with their Nativity scenes that incorporate themes of immigration and social commentary. In Illinois, a church displayed a scene showing baby Jesus zip-tied by ICE agents, while a Massachusetts church featured a Nativity scene with a missing Holy Family and an "ICE was here" sign. These displays have drawn both criticism and praise for their bold statements on immigration issues.
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Illinois church Nativity shows baby Jesus zip-tied by ICE agentswww.foxnews.com
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Church sparks controversy with empty Nativity scene and ICE enforcement message: 'Politicizing Christmas'www.foxnews.com
Las Vegas tourist wins a large sum of money with a $25 bet at a casino during a holiday outing.
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The Fox News Lifestyle Newsletter covers a variety of trending topics such as family, travel, food, and more. In recent news, a tourist won a $1.15 million jackpot on Thanksgiving Day with a $25 bet at a Las Vegas casino while playing Dragon Link slots at Fontainebleau.
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Fox News Lifestyle Newsletter: Vegas tourist wins big bucks on $25 betwww.foxnews.com
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Las Vegas tourist wins big bucks with just $25 at casino on holiday outingwww.foxnews.com
OU student receives zero for Christian-based gender critique, sparking academic bias concerns. TA suspended after dispute goes viral. Professor criticizes punitive grading.
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University of Oklahoma student receives zero grade for citing Bible in gender essay, sparking debate over religious freedom in academic settings. The controversial grading case has drawn criticism from senators and a University of Wisconsin professor. The essay, which called the idea of multiple genders "demonic," was written for a psychology class and the instructor deemed it did not answer the assignment. This incident has ignited a viral controversy over religious freedom.
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OU student’s zero for Christian-based gender critique triggers congressional pushback over academic biaswww.foxnews.com
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University of Oklahoma Instructor on Leave After Failing Student’s Gender Essaywww.nytimes.com
Eating for pleasure can improve health. A study found a daily snack that enhances brain blood flow in older adults.
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Health experts emphasize the importance of consuming high-quality proteins, nutrient-dense seasonal produce, and omega-3-rich foods for regulating blood sugar, supporting brain health, and reducing stress. Recent research suggests that daily consumption of peanuts may enhance brain health and memory in older adults, with a study showing a 3% increase in blood flow to crucial brain areas.
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Eating for pleasure may boost health, say experts — here are 6 foods to trywww.foxnews.com
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Popular daily snack found to boost brain blood flow in older adults, new study showswww.foxnews.com
Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso is running for Rep. Nydia Velázquez's House seat as socialists show interest.
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Antonio Reynoso has announced his candidacy for New York's 7th Congressional District, known for its left-leaning politics. He is seeking to replace Representative Nydia M. Velázquez, and may face competition from a candidate supported by the Democratic Socialists of America.
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Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso launches bid to replace Rep. Nydia Velázqueznypost.com
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Brooklyn Borough President Will Run for House Seat as Socialists Circlewww.nytimes.com
Hamas releases last Thai hostage's body to Israel, one hostage remains. Israeli mother seeks help to bring remaining hostages home.
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Israeli authorities have confirmed that the remains of Thai worker Sudthisak Rinthalak have been returned, leaving Ran Gvili as the last hostage alive or dead in Gaza. The militant group took more than 250 hostages from Israel on Oct. 7, 2023, including 31 from Thailand. The remains of all but one other hostage, an Israeli, have been recovered. Ran Gvili, a deceased policeman, saved dozens at the Nova Festival before being kidnapped and taken to Gaza by Hamas. His mother has made an emotional plea to bring the last two hostages, possibly including Ran Gvili or Sudthisak Rinthalak, home to Israel. Israel has received a coffin that may contain the remains of one of the last two deceased hostages in Gaza.
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1 hostage remains with Hamas after latest body is ID'dwww.foxnews.com
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Hamas Returns Body of Last Thai Hostage in Gazawww.nytimes.com
A committee will decide if newborns will still receive hepatitis B shots after some contracted the virus before vaccination.
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Health Secretary Robert Kennedy has raised concerns about the safety of the hepatitis B vaccine and downplayed the risk of contracting the virus. A federal vaccine panel appointed by Kennedy is expected to recommend delaying the vaccine for infants born to mothers who test negative for the virus. The CDC vaccine advisory panel may also vote to end the routine vaccination of newborns in the U.S. Parents should stay informed about these potential changes.
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They contracted hepatitis before the vaccine was given at birth - now the shot may be delayed againwww.bbc.com
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Will All Newborns Still Receive Hepatitis B Shots? A Committee’s Vote Will Tell.www.nytimes.com
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Hepatitis B: What parents should know about the virus and the vaccinewww.npr.org
RFK Jr investigates school for unauthorized child vaccination. CDC advisers question long-used vaccines.
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HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is investigating alleged unauthorized child vaccinations at a school to protect parental rights. Health Secretary's advisers are considering changes to the childhood vaccination schedule, which could impact vaccine accessibility. CDC advisers are reviewing the vaccine schedule and may make significant changes.
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RFK Jr launches investigation into school for alleged vaccination of child without parental consentwww.foxnews.com
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What Happens if Vaccines Aren’t Recommended?www.nytimes.com
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CDC's vaccine advisers meet to question long-used vaccineswww.npr.org
Trump targets Somali immigrants in the US, causing fear in Minnesota's Somali community. CDC to review kids' vaccine schedule.
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President Trump has been making racist remarks targeting Somalis in Minnesota ahead of expected immigration enforcement activity. This has heightened fear among Somali-Americans in the state, which has the largest population of Somalis in the U.S. The Trump administration has started a crackdown on Somalis subject to deportation, despite most Somalis in the Twin Cities being U.S. citizens or legal permanent residents. Additionally, a CDC advisory panel will revisit long-standing vaccine recommendations.
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Trump attacks Somali immigrants. And, CDC to address vaccine schedule for kidswww.npr.org
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'The apprehension is palpable': Minnesota's Somali community braces for immigration crackdownwww.bbc.com
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‘Targeted and Unsafe’: Minnesota Somalis Reel After Trump’s Tiradewww.nytimes.com
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Trump escalates clash with Somali community, revives Omar ‘married her brother’ claim as ICE weighs MN actionwww.foxnews.com
Immigrants face fears amid concerns over National Guard shooting suspect and potential expansion of Trump's travel ban to 30 countries.
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Afghan refugees in America are facing uncertainty following a D.C. shooting involving an Afghan immigrant. The Trump administration's latest immigration restrictions are impacting the Afghan community, which had previously felt safe in the United States. The administration is considering adding more countries to the travel ban list, with at least 30 countries currently targeted.
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Immigrants’ Fearswww.nytimes.com
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Trump travel ban could expand to 30 countries after DC National Guard shooting – list coming ‘soon’nypost.com
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Afghan evacuee arrested before DC shooting federally charged with threatening terror attackwww.foxnews.com
Kenya retained a diplomat in his position despite facing long-standing allegations of sexual abuse.
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President William Ruto is under pressure following a Times investigation revealing that his government minimized or overlooked the abuse of women working in Saudi Arabia.
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Kenya Kept a Diplomat in His Job Despite Years of Sex Abuse Accusationswww.nytimes.com
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Kenya Kept a Diplomat in His Job Despite Years of Sex Abuse Accusationswww.nytimes.com
December Social Security payments start in six days, with January payments of $994 in 27 days.
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The first round of December Social Security payments for retirees, capped at $5,108, will be issued in six days. Retirees born on or before the 10th of a month will receive this payment on Dec. 10. The second round of payments will go out on Dec. 17. January 2026 Supplemental Security Income payments, up to $994, will be issued to recipients in 27 days. SSI payments are typically issued on the first day of a month, but January's payment will go out on Dec. 31 due to the first of the month falling on a weekend.
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First round of December Social Security payments goes out in six dayswww.washingtonexaminer.com
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January Social Security direct payment worth $994 goes out in 27 dayswww.washingtonexaminer.com
Routine vaccination may lower dementia risk, according to a new analysis by scientists.
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New research indicates that social isolation can raise the risk of dementia by 47% in older adults. Additionally, a study from Stanford Medicine suggests that the shingles vaccine may lower dementia risk by 20%, marking the first evidence of a possible cause-and-effect relationship.
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Scientists reveal the one practice that could prevent dementia as you agewww.foxnews.com
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Lower dementia risk linked to routine vaccination in major new analysiswww.foxnews.com
Olivia Nuzzi's affair with Mark Sanford revealed through cryptic note. Nuzzi assists RFK Jr., faces privacy violation, admits mistake. Nuzzi emotional over RFK Jr. secrets.
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Veteran journalist Ryan Lizza's tell-all series on Olivia Nuzzi revealed allegations of an affair with former GOP presidential hopeful Mark Sanford. Nuzzi's new book "American Canto" details her involvement in Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s campaign and subsequent criticism of her memoir. In an interview, Nuzzi acknowledged making mistakes in her alleged sexting affair with Kennedy. She also faced backlash for withholding information on Kennedy, citing fear of Lizza.
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Read the cryptic note that helped Ryan Lizza realize Olivia Nuzzi had an affair with Mark Sanford: ‘I wish I hadn’t touched you’nypost.com
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Olivia Nuzzi helped RFK Jr navigate presidential endorsement decision, book revealswww.foxnews.com
Blues guitarist Steve Cropper, known for Stax Records and Booker T and the MGs, dies at 84. Shaped Memphis soul music.
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Legendary guitarist Steve Cropper, known for his work with Blues Brothers and Booker T. & the MG's, has passed away at the age of 84. He was a key figure in shaping soul music history, contributing to hits such as Green Onions and Otis Redding’s The Dock of the Bay. Cropper co-wrote classics like "(Sittin' on) the Dock of the Bay" and "In the Midnight Hour" during his time at Stax Records in Memphis. His role in Booker T. & the MG’s and as a producer was instrumental in the success of Stax Records in the 1960s and ’70s.
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Steve Cropper, Blues Brothers guitarist and Stax Records legend, dies at 84www.foxnews.com
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Steve Cropper, guitarist of Booker T and the MGs, dies aged 84www.bbc.com
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Steve Cropper, guitarist and member of Stax Records' Booker T and the M.G.'s, dieswww.npr.org
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Steve Cropper, Guitarist, Songwriter and a Shaper of Memphis Soul Musicwww.nytimes.com
New York Times sues Pentagon over press policy, citing violations of First and Fifth Amendment rights.
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The New York Times is suing the Pentagon over a press access policy that the paper argues infringes on the First and Fifth Amendments. The newspaper and one of its reporters claim that the administration, specifically Pentagon chief Pete Hegseth, is violating their constitutional rights by restricting access to important national security information. The Times plans to file a lawsuit stating that the Defense Department's new reporting restrictions impede journalists' constitutional rights.
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New York Times sues Pentagon over its new press policy, says it violates First and Fifth Amendment rightswww.foxnews.com
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New York Times Sues Hegseth, Defense Department Over New Press Ruleswww.wsj.com
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'New York Times' sues Pentagon over media restrictionswww.npr.org
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New York Times to Sue Pentagon Over First Amendment Rightswww.nytimes.com
House Democrats release new photos and videos of Epstein's private island, while Maxwell opposes grand jury transcripts release. Comer criticizes Dems.
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House Oversight Chairman James Comer accuses Democrats of selectively releasing Jeffrey Epstein materials, claiming some images were already published months ago. Democrats on the House Oversight Committee have released new photos and videos of Epstein's Virgin Islands estate obtained through a subpoena. The released files include pictures of Epstein's house on his private island. The Democrats describe the images as a harrowing look behind Epstein's closed doors. The release comes as a deadline for the broader release of documents held by the US government approaches.
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Comer accuses Oversight Dems of 'cherry-picking' Epstein Island files: 'Chasing headlines'www.foxnews.com
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Epstein Island photos released as Maxwell argues against grand jury transcriptsabcnews.go.com
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Watch: Newly released video shows Jeffrey Epstein's private island homewww.bbc.com
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House Democrats release ‘never-before-seen’ photos and videos of Epstein’s private islandwww.washingtonexaminer.com
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Epstein Files Reveal Private Home Photos in Latest Release by Democratswww.nytimes.com
Pentagon watchdog warns Hegseth's Signal chat risked endangering US troops and exposing classified info.
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The upcoming inspector general report reveals that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth used a private messaging app to discuss airstrikes in Yemen, potentially putting US troops at risk. The report found that sharing sensitive information about a military strike on the unsecured app could have endangered servicemembers if intercepted by adversaries. Pentagon sources state that Hegseth risked endangering troops by using the Signal messaging app to convey details about the Yemen strike.
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Pentagon Watchdog Finds Hegseth’s Signal Chat Risked Endangering U.S. Troopswww.nytimes.com
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Hegseth could have endangered troop safety with Signal chat - Pentagon watchdogwww.bbc.com
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Pentagon watchdog finds Hegseth put US troops, mission at risk with Signal group chat on Houthi bombingnypost.com
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Pentagon watchdog finds Hegseth risked the safety of U.S. forces with use of Signalwww.npr.org
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Pentagon IG concluded Hegseth risked exposing classified info in Signal chat: Sourcesabcnews.go.com
Top US and Ukrainian negotiators will meet in Florida after talks with Russia. Trump optimistic despite no breakthrough with Putin.
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Ukrainian President Zelenskyy is preparing for meetings in the United States, with US special envoy Steve Witkoff set to meet senior Ukrainian negotiator Rustem Umerov in Miami. President Trump was briefed on the meeting between Witkoff, Jared Kushner, and Putin in Moscow, expressing a desire for Moscow and Kyiv to reach an agreement by Thanksgiving. However, negotiations are currently stalled, leading the White House to assess the possibility of a timely agreement. US officials have invited Kyiv's national security advisor Rustem Umerov to Florida for further discussions following the unsuccessful meeting with Putin in Moscow.
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Top US and Ukrainian negotiators to meet in Florida after Russia talks, source saysabcnews.go.com
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Ukraine and US negotiators to meet in Florida after Moscow talks, White House sayswww.bbc.com
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Trump Faces Choices on Russia-Ukraine Talks as Peace Deal Deadline Passeswww.nytimes.com
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Witkoff and Kushner to brief Ukraine negotiator in Miami after Putin rejects US plannypost.com
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US powerless against Putin obstinance as peace deal hopes wane once againwww.washingtonexaminer.com
One in five immigration judges lose jobs. Judge limits warrantless arrests in DC, requiring proof of flight risk. Federal judge bars some warrantless immigration arrests in D.C.
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Since President Donald Trump took office in January, one in five immigration judges have left their positions, largely due to firings by the executive branch. Recently, the Trump administration fired eight immigration judges in New York, leading to one of them suing for alleged discrimination. A federal judge in Washington, D.C., has restricted the Trump administration's immigration arrest tactics, blocking broad dragnet methods used since August. The judge ruled that immigration arrests without a warrant and probable cause of flight risk are likely illegal.
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One in five immigration judges out of a job as Trump officials remake courtwww.washingtonexaminer.com
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Judge blocks ICE from making warrantless arrests in DC without flight-risk proofwww.foxnews.com
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Federal Judge Bars Some Warrantless Immigration Arrests in D.C.www.nytimes.com
Trump administration pauses immigration from 19 countries, may expand to 30. Citizenship ceremonies canceled for migrants from travel ban countries.
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President Trump plans to pause Third World immigration using federal law 8 U.S.C. 1182(f) and legal strategies to withstand court challenges. The administration is implementing an immigration pause affecting 19 countries already under travel restrictions, including Afghanistan, Iran, and Venezuela. Immigration applications from these countries have been formally halted due to national security concerns, with the possibility of the list expanding to include more nations. This move comes as part of the Trump administration's broader crackdown on immigration following a recent deadly shooting in Washington, D.C.
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How to make President Donald Trump's immigration pause stick in courtwww.foxnews.com
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Trump freezes immigration applications from 19 countries — and blacklist could expand to more than 30nypost.com
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Trump administration halts immigration applications for migrants from 19 nationswww.npr.org
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US cancels citizenship ceremonies for migrants from travel ban countrieswww.bbc.com
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U.S. Pauses Immigration Applications From Nations on Travel Ban Listwww.nytimes.com
Macron asks Xi for help in Ukraine conflict during Beijing meeting, discussing Ukraine, trade, and pandas.
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President Emmanuel Macron of France visited China, where Chinese leader Xi Jinping expressed a commitment to playing a constructive role in resolving conflicts. China also stated its willingness to increase imports of high-quality goods from France and emphasized the importance of a fair and supportive environment for Chinese businesses operating in France.
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Macron Urges Xi to Help End War in Ukrainewww.nytimes.com
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Ukraine, trade, pandas: What China's Xi and France's Macron discussed in Beijingwww.cnbc.com
Markets rise despite negative job signals, as investors find optimism in poor economic data.
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The text warns that while a positive catalyst may boost portfolios in the short term, it could hide underlying economic weakness if job losses persist. It cautions against celebrating too soon, as what appears beneficial for portfolios may not reflect the true state of the economy.
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CNBC Daily Open: Sweet gains for markets amid sour job signalswww.cnbc.com
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CNBC Daily Open: Once again, bad data is good news for marketswww.cnbc.com
European markets set to open higher amid Ukraine peace talks following US-Russia meeting. Ukraine to coordinate with European and American allies.
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Peace negotiations between Ukraine and Russia are ongoing, while U.S. and Ukrainian officials are scheduled to meet in Miami. Ukrainian officials are also meeting with European national security advisers in Brussels, as announced by President Volodymyr Zelenskyy.
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European markets expected to open higher; Ukraine peace talks in focuswww.cnbc.com
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After US-Russia meeting, Ukraine to regroup with European and American alliesabcnews.go.com
MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell files paperwork to run for Minnesota governor.
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MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell has filed paperwork to potentially run for Minnesota governor in 2026 as a Republican candidate. Although he stated he is 98% sure he will run, the filing does not guarantee his candidacy. Lindell would be running against incumbent Gov. Tim Walz.
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MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell files to run for Minnesota governorwww.washingtonexaminer.com
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MyPillow CEO Mike Lindell files paperwork to run for Minnesota governornypost.com
India hosts Putin amid declining oil trade, strengthening ties despite U.S. tariffs.
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The Trump administration, having imposed sanctions that affected Russia's oil sales to India, will be monitoring talks between Russian President Putin and Indian Prime Minister Modi. The two countries aim to enhance trade relations and are expected to sign various agreements during Putin's visit.
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What to Know About Putin’s Visit to India as Oil Trade Dries Upwww.nytimes.com
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India is set to host Russia's Putin, deepening trade ties, unfazed by punitive U.S. tariffswww.cnbc.com
Former FDA Commissioners warn against changing vaccine policy.
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Twelve former commissioners expressed deep concern over a leaked memo from the Trump administration's chief scientific officer in an article published in the New England Journal of Medicine.
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Former F.D.A. Commissioners Sound Alarm on Plan to Change Vaccine Policywww.nytimes.com
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Former F.D.A. Commissioners Sound Alarm on Plan to Change Vaccine Policywww.nytimes.com
Son kills doctor and wife, sets car on fire, then commits suicide. Father and son found dead in Lake Balboa home.
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California radiologist Dr. Eric Cordes and his wife were found shot dead in their driveway, with their son Keith Cordes suspected in the double shooting before committing suicide. The incident took place in the 17000 block of Valerio Street in Los Angeles, following reports of a male with mental illness and an adult son fighting his father. The son fled to Chino, set his car on fire, and fatally shot himself after gunning down his parents in their garage in Simi Valley.
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Son suspected in killing of beloved doctor and wife before torching car and taking his own lifewww.foxnews.com
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Fight between father and son ends with both dead in Lake Balboa homewww.latimes.com
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Simi Valley doctor and wife were fatally shot in their garage by his son, police saywww.latimes.com
Trump administration sanctions Venezuelan model and DJ associated with violent Tren de Aragua gang leader for alleged support.
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Venezuelan entertainer Jimena Araya Navarro, also known as Rosita, has been sanctioned by U.S. officials for allegedly laundering funds and supporting the violent Tren de Aragua gang. President Donald Trump imposed sanctions on the popular model and influencer, who is known for her social media presence and international DJ performances.
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Model, DJ linked to violent Tren de Aragua gang leader sanctioned by Trump administrationwww.foxnews.com
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Trump sanctions Venezuelan model over alleged support for Tren de Araguawww.washingtonexaminer.com
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Trump admin sanctions bikini-loving Venezuelan actress with a taste for bad boys who meet gruesome deathsnypost.com
Ghislaine Maxwell resists full transparency for Epstein files and plans to seek release from prison.
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Attorneys for Ghislaine Maxwell have expressed concerns that the Justice Department's move to unseal grand jury testimony in her criminal sex trafficking case could harm her chances of securing a retrial. They have filed a request with the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York to release her from federal lockup.
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Ghislaine Maxwell pushes back on full transparency for Epstein fileswww.washingtonexaminer.com
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Ghislaine Maxwell Says She Will Ask a Court to Free Her From Prisonwww.nytimes.com
Asia markets may open mixed after Wall Street's gains on positive jobs data and rate-cut hopes. Private employers cut jobs in November, with a significant drop in small business employment.
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The latest ADP jobs report, which is the final employment data the Federal Reserve will receive before its upcoming meeting, shows a decline in payrolls. This decline is receiving extra attention due to delays in official statistics caused by the recent government shutdown. Markets are now predicting an 89% chance of a rate cut based on this data, which contrasts with the previous month's upwardly revised gain of 47,000 positions.
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Asia markets set to open mixed after Wall Street gains on cooler-than-expected jobs data and rate-cut hopeswww.cnbc.com
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Private Employers Cut Jobs in November, in Latest Sign of a Slowdownwww.nytimes.com
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November private payrolls unexpectedly fell by 32,000, led by steep small business job cuts, ADP reportswww.cnbc.com
F-16C Thunderbirds jet crashes during California training mission, pilot ejects safely in Death Valley.
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A Thunderbirds pilot ejected safely from an F-16C during a training mission in California. The Air Force is investigating the crash as the aviator recovers in stable condition. The incident occurred near Trona, California, about 180 miles northeast of Los Angeles. The fighter jet belonged to the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds, an aerial acrobatic demonstration team.
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Thunderbirds pilot ejects safely as F-16C crashes during California training mission over controlled airspacewww.foxnews.com
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Air Force Pilot Ejects as Thunderbirds F-16 Crashes in Californiawww.nytimes.com
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U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds jet crashes near Death Valley, pilot surviveswww.latimes.com