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North America Al Jazeera English

Australia Vows 'Strongest Action' Against Russia Over Teacher's Possible Capture and Killing

Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has warned of "strongest possible action" against Russia if a Melbourne school teacher, held captive by Russian forces, is found to have been killed. The threat of military retaliation or economic sanctions against Russia will be carefully considered, but the government will not tolerate such actions without consequence.

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International Fox News

Canada's Left Loses its Way, Says Former Liberal Leader Ignatieff

Canada's former Liberal leader, Michael Ignatieff, has criticized his party for losing its sense of skepticism and critical thinking, which he says contributed to their downfall. In a scathing assessment, Ignatieff argues that liberalism lost its way when it failed to maintain its "bulls--- detectors" - those who served as checks on power and dissenting voices within the party.

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North America MSNBC

Republicans eye Medicaid as optional 'side dish' for billionaire donors

House Republicans are pushing to include Medicaid in their proposed budget plan, which would require low-income individuals to purchase expensive health insurance premiums to receive coverage, sparking criticism from advocates and Democrats. The proposal has been met with resistance, with some lawmakers labeling it as a "billionaire buffet" where the wealthy reap the benefits while others struggle to access basic healthcare.

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International Fox News

Lumley Sued Over 'Swiss Cheese' Remark to CNN National Security Editor, Now On Stand

A CNN senior national security editor, Thomas Lumley, is facing a defamation trial after making disparaging comments about a story, with opponents claiming his words were damaging to one of the journalists involved. During testimony on Tuesday, Lumley was pressed by lawyers as he described the original report as "full of holes like Swiss cheese."

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Africa Al Jazeera English

Sudan Teeters on Brink: Darfur Division Looms Amid Ongoing Conflict

Sudan is facing the possibility of being divided along ethnic lines, with a potential partitioning of the country into two separate entities - one controlled by the government and another ruled by the Rapid Support Forces (RSF), a paramilitary group accused of war crimes. The situation has been deteriorating for nearly two years, threatening to plunge the country into further instability.

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International MSNBC

Mark Zuckerberg's Conservative Views Spark Backlash on Joe Rogan Podcast

Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg recently sparked controversy by sharing his personal views on politics and social issues during an appearance on the popular podcast "The Joe Rogan Experience". The interview has raised eyebrows among critics, who accuse Zuckerberg of using the platform to promote conservative ideologies without adequate scrutiny.

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International Fox News

Warren Unleashes 100 Questions on Defense Sec Nom Pete Hegseth During Confirmation Hearing

Senator Elizabeth Warren is questioning the qualifications and motivations of President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for Defense Secretary, Pete Hegseth, by sending him over 100 detailed questions ahead of his confirmation hearing. The letter outlines several accusations against Hegseth and demands more information about his past experience and policies.

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North America CNN

Biden Under Fire: Special Counsel Slams Prez Over Son's Controversial Pardon

A special counsel investigating Hunter Biden has released a scathing critique of President Joe Biden in their final report, criticizing his decision-making during the case. The critic's remarks come as Biden prepares to leave office with the pardon for his son effectively ending the investigation into the younger Biden's business dealings.

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International Fox News

Kendra Wilkinson Defies Body Shamers: 'Leave Me Alone,' She Says

Former Playboy model Kendra Wilkinson has issued a message to haters who have been body-shaming her after gaining weight, telling them to "leave me alone" and admitting that she's moved on from being the "Playboy girl". In an Instagram post, Wilkinson shared a video and photo of herself, taking a stand against criticism over her recent weight gain and increased alcohol consumption.

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North America Fox News

Trudeau: US State Suggestion a Distraction, Not a Threat

Canada's outgoing Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has dismissed US President-elect Donald Trump's proposal for Canada to become the 51st state, calling it a "distraction" from the looming threat of tariffs imposed by the Trump administration. Trudeau acknowledged that he is likely to be seen as a "successful negotiator" due to his efforts to negotiate trade deals with other countries.

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International Fox News

NBC's Chuck Todd Leaves Network Amid Secret Meetings, Report Claims

NBC's veteran news anchor Chuck Todd is reportedly planning to leave the network after meeting with other media organizations, although details of his departure remain unclear. The news comes as Todd has been moderating NBC's "Meet the Press" for over 20 years, a role he held from 2011 to 2022.

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North America Fox News

Former @KamalaHQ Team Joins DNC for Social Media Response to Trump

The Democratic National Committee (DNC) has hired former staff members from Senator Kamala Harris' 2020 presidential campaign to handle its social media response to former President Donald Trump. This move is seen as a strategic shift to counter Trump's online presence and potentially sway public opinion on key issues.

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