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President Donald Trump will undergo a routine 'semi-annual' exam at Walter Reed Medical Center during his planned visit on Friday. This marks an unusual return to the health facility for the second time this year.
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Relief and joy have gripped Israeli society following the announcement of a ceasefire deal in Gaza, marking an end to the hostilities that began after Hamas's attack on Israel in October. The reaction across the country has been almost uniform, with families of those taken captive expressing relief and gratitude for the sudden halt in violence.
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FIFA has decided not to ban Israel from the 2026 World Cup qualifiers despite concerns over human rights abuses in the Gaza Strip, fueling public protests and demands for the governing body to take action. Israel will resume its campaign this weekend amid growing pressure on FIFA to address the situation.
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The Trump administration is launching a 'whole-of-government' effort to uncover funding networks for Antifa and other protest groups, tracing dark money sources and exposing the nonprofits involved.
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Republican gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli criticized Democratic opponent Rep. Mikie Sherrill for voting to avert shutdowns under President Biden but not Trump during their New Jersey debate.
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Former FBI Director James Comey has pleaded not guilty to two federal crimes and is awaiting a January 5 trial for charges stemming from his handling of sensitive information.
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Senator Chuck Schumer must end a government shutdown, as unpaid troops risk crossing a red line for most Americans. The men and women in uniform received their paychecks on October 1 and are scheduled to receive the next installment.
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Congressional Democrats are privately preparing to hold their position in the shutdown standoff for several more weeks if Republicans do not agree to their health care demands. They say even a missed paycheck for US troops won't be enough to end the shutdown alone.
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Afghanistan's neighbors have opposed US plans to establish a new diplomatic mission at Bagram Airfield in Afghanistan's Kabul province, citing concerns over security and territorial disputes. The proposal was discussed during a meeting between Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan and US President Donald Trump in September.
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Eight individuals linked to a Houston-area midwife accused of performing illegal abortions have been arrested and indicted for practicing medicine without a license.
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California Democratic gubernatorial candidate Katie Porter was caught on video yelling at a staffer during a 2021 call after accidentally stepping in front of their camera. The video shows her screaming 'Get out of my f-----g shot!' at the staff member.
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Democrat Representative Mikie Sherrill and Republican nominee Jack Ciattarelli clashed in a heated debate stage ahead of New Jersey's gubernatorial election, exchanging verbal blows in their final face-off before Election Day.
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A 30-year sentence has been handed down to an illegal immigrant from El Salvador for repeatedly raping an 11-year-old girl in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The sentencing follows a multiple-time rapist case that shocked local officials and the community.
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Katie Porter's disastrous viral interview has been widely panned by journalists, with many marvelling at her hostility and others expressing little surprise at her behavior. The former Democratic lawmaker was 'shredded' by critics across the political spectrum in response to the interview.
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A suspect behind last week's deadly car and knife terror attack outside a synagogue in Manchester has been identified as a 35-year-old British man who allegedly pledged allegiance to the Islamic State.
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Californians, particularly in San Francisco, are shifting from Democratic to Republican parties amid growing concerns over migrant crisis and crime, with many saying the liberal state needs to moderate its policies. The trend suggests a significant 'red shift' for local Democrats in the wake of the 2024 election.
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President Trump held a roundtable discussion in the White House State Dining Room on Wednesday, where he criticized Antifa and the press for their alleged role in violence during protests. The meeting featured a group of independent journalists and online commentators who shared their experiences with the president.
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Minnesota's education agencies are facing calls from schools to protect girls' sports as they prepare for a looming deadline to change trans athlete policies set by the U.S. Department of Education on Friday. Over 40 school board members have expressed concerns about implementing changes that would allow girls to compete on boys' teams.
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Hamas has agreed to a peace plan pushed by President Donald Trump, ending two years of war in Gaza and returning hostages. The deal follows the terrorist network's October 2023 attack on Israel that sparked the conflict.
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Hamas has accepted a peace deal pushed by President Donald Trump to end the war in Gaza and return hostages, marking an end to 732 days of conflict. The deal comes two years after Hamas attacked Israel on October 7, 2023, sparking the ongoing violence.
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US Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem compared Antifa to ISIS and other terrorist organizations during a White House roundtable discussion, labeling them as threats to Americans.
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A resurfaced social media post from a woman who was previously involved in a scandal with a Democratic attorney general nominee is now being used to criticize her, with many calling for her to delete her account over her past behavior.
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A woman in her 60s has died after riding the Haunted Mansion attraction at Disneyland in Anaheim on Monday evening, according to officials.
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Liberal media darling faces backlash after a viral interview sparked controversy, prompting scrutiny over her comments and potential hypocrisy. The incident has drawn attention to the liberal media landscape, raising questions about accountability and bias.
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