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Humanitarian organizations have expressed 'overwhelmed' concerns in southwestern Ethiopia due to rising cases of extreme infant hunger and malaria, as aid cuts force other nutrition and disease prevention programs to shut down.
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International human rights groups urge governments to end forced starvation in Gaza and halt the targeted killing of journalists in the region. The call is made by signatory press freedom organisations, media institutions, and civil society advocates.
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South Park responded to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's (DHS) use of the show to recruit ICE agents with a vulgar message on their official X account. The incident escalates the show's ongoing feud with the Trump administration.
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The US State Department has voiced rare support for El Salvador's decision to abolish presidential term limits, paving the way for President Nayib Bukele to seek indefinite reelection. Critics argue this move undermines democracy.
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Tulsi Gabbard allegedly overrode CIA officials' concerns to include conspiratorial claims in a declassified report from her tenure as Director of National Intelligence, which she unveiled nearly three weeks ago. The exact details of the report and its significance remain unclear at this time.
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A dire blood shortage has struck Gaza as deaths from Israeli attacks and starvation continue to rise, further straining the already collapsed healthcare system. Blood banks have run dry and clinics are being targeted by Israeli forces, exacerbating the crisis.
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Zohran Mamdani's mayoral campaign is spending significantly on private security, a move that contrasts his earlier calls for policing reform and defunding the police. This decision raises questions about his commitment to reducing police spending during his potential tenure as NYC mayor.
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New York Democratic mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani is facing pressure to walk back comments advocating for defunding the police after making anti-police rhetoric at a National Night Out Against Crime event. The mayor's office has attempted to flip script on Mamdani amid the controversy.
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Gayle King's morning show 'CBS Mornings' struggles to stay competitive as it lags in ratings, potentially impacting her leverage ahead of an impending ownership change. The show has been in third place, a notable decline for the veteran host.
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Swiss researchers have developed an ultra-thin sound blocker that can cut traffic noise dramatically, offering relief to those living near busy streets. The breakthrough from the Swiss Federal Laboratories for Materials Science and Technology could provide long-awaited respite for commuters.
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Australia's internet watchdog has accused tech giants like Google and Apple of turning a blind eye to child sex abuse on their platforms, failing to take adequate action against it. The watchdog claims these companies are not doing enough to prevent and address the issue.
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Donald Trump has broken his 2024 campaign promise to lower costs as inflation and prices surge across America in the first six months of his administration. The promise of 'Day One' cost reductions appears to be already forgotten.
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US President Donald Trump to host Armenian and Azerbaijani leaders for peace talks at the White House.
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Senator Adam Schiff is under federal criminal investigation for alleged mortgage fraud violations, according to a Trump administration source.
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President Donald Trump announced that there will be 'very strong form of testing' in response to mandatory genetic testing for women's sports at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
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Ilay David urges UN to act after a video shows Hamas starving and torturing captives of Israeli hostages, delivering an emotional plea to the United Nations Security Council.
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South Korean sportsman Son Heung-min departed for the United States ahead of his official move to Los Angeles FC, a record-breaking signing in Major League Soccer.
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The Interior Department plans to curb massive 'bird cemeteries' caused by unreliable and environmentally-damaging green energy projects, particularly wind and solar initiatives. Secretary Doug Burgum's order aims to address environmental concerns associated with these massive renewable energy structures.
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New York Democratic mayoral nominee Zohran Mamdani continues to face backlash over his resurfaced 'defund the police' posts amid a mass shooting in Manhattan, with Mayor Adams questioning his whereabouts during the incident.
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Approximately 28 Palestinian children are being killed daily in Gaza due to the ongoing Israeli bombardment and its restrictions on humanitarian aid delivery, according to the United Nations.
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Sydney Sweeney's American Eagle ad has sparked widespread reaction, prompting industry experts to label it a 'major cultural turning point'. The ad, which features the actress in jeans, has been praised and criticized, with many experts believing it marks a significant shift in societal attitudes.
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California Governor Gavin Newsom vows to 'punch back' against Texas over redistricting disputes, amid a heated battle over congressional map boundaries between the two states.
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Chuck Todd expressed concern that the Democratic Party did not receive a significant enough defeat in 2024 to learn from its mistakes and make necessary changes.
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Rep. Delia Ramirez, D-Ill., faces backlash over comments that sparked calls for her deportation amid criticism about Guatemalan loyalty; she defended herself by stating she is both American and of Guatemalan descent.
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