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Texas has requested an emergency order from the US Supreme Court to permit the use of its newly drawn congressional redistricting map for the 2026 elections, a map heavily favored by Republicans and championed by former Donald Trump. The Supreme Court, with Justice Samuel Alito signing an order temporarily blocking a lower court ruling against the map, is deciding whether it can be used in the upcoming midterm elections while similar Republican-favored maps face legal challenges nationwide. Political strategist Nate Cohn observed that without the new Texas map, Democrats could gain a 0.6% advantage in the national House popular vote, potentially flipping the House.

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DonaldTrump

Texas has requested an emergency order from the US Supreme Court to permit the use of its newly drawn congressional redistricting map for the 2026 elections, a map heavily favored by Republicans and championed by former...

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KrisMayes

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes announced she will appeal her stalled election interference case involving aides of Donald Trump and 11 Arizona Republicans to the Arizona Supreme Court. The appeal keeps the case...

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Judge Matthew E.P. Thornhill resigned after disciplinary actions for wearing an Elvis Presley wig and playing Elvis music during court proceedings. The Missouri Commission on Retirement, Removal and Discipline of Judges...

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MikeBraun

Republican lawmakers in Indiana, including Governor Mike Braun, have faced threats after canceling a special session to redraw congressional maps. The threats, involving swatting and bomb threats, coincided with Donald...

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DonaldTrump

A federal judge blocked the IRS from sharing taxpayer data with ICE, ruling the program unlawful for violating federal law and privacy protections. The ruling halts cooperation on locating 1.2 million suspected...

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ShumeetBanerji

Shumeet Banerji, a member of the BBC board since 2022, has resigned citing "governance issues" at the corporation's top level and exclusion from key discussions. Banerji criticized BBC chairman Samir Shah and other...

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DonaldTrump

The Hungarian service of Radio Free Europe, known as Szabad Európa, permanently ceased operations following funding cuts by the US government under Donald Trump's administration. Kari Lake stated that supporting Szabad...

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Maria Corina Machado remains central to escalating political tensions in Venezuela as the 2025 Nobel Peace Prize laureate. The US supports opposition politician Edmundo Gonzalez as the legitimate election winner and...

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MikieSherrill

New Jersey Democratic Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill has officially resigned from her seat in the US House of Representatives where she represented New Jersey's 11th Congressional District since 2019. She informed House...

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Seahorse

The sanctioned Russian oil tanker Seahorse was intercepted and blocked by the US warship USS Stockdale near Venezuelan waters while en route to deliver naphtha to Venezuela. Following the encounter, the Seahorse...

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BetssyChavez

The Peruvian Supreme Court issued national and international arrest warrants for former Prime Minister Betssy Chavez, who is currently under political asylum at the Mexican embassy in Lima. Supreme Judge Juan Carlos...

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ElissaSlotkin

A coalition of Democratic lawmakers with military and intelligence backgrounds, including Senators Elissa Slotkin and Mark Kelly, released a video urging US military and intelligence personnel to refuse illegal orders....

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NathanLeeGill

Nathan Lee Gill was sentenced to ten and a half years in prison at London's Central Criminal Court for accepting approximately £40,000 in bribes from pro-Russian Ukrainian figures between December 2018 and July 2019....

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KirillDmitriev

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11h
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EuropeanUnionCommission

The EU Commission has initiated infringement proceedings against Slovakia due to a constitutional amendment passed in September that challenges the primacy of EU law. This amendment grants Slovak authorities power to...

12h
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EuropeanCommission

The European Commission has taken legal action against Sweden, Bulgaria, Portugal, and Latvia due to insufficient efforts to reduce harmful emissions. The Commission emphasized that measures taken by these countries so...

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UnitedNations

At the UN climate summit in Belém, Brazil, China showcased its rapid rise as a superpower in green energy through a large pavilion next to the host country. Chinese companies highlighted investments and technologies...

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ValeryGerasimov

Russian forces claimed full control over Kupyansk, a key logistical hub, with Valery Gerasimov and Sergey Kuzovlev informing Vladimir Putin that the "liberation" was complete. Ukraine’s General Staff denies the city has...

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RichardBCheney

Former Vice President Richard B. Cheney died at the age of 84 from complications of pneumonia and cardiac and vascular disease. A memorial service held at the Washington National Cathedral was attended by former...

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SamiaSuluhuHassan

Following Tanzania's October 29 presidential election, President Samia Suluhu Hassan claimed victory with around 98% of the vote amid criticism for unfairness and exclusion of main rivals. Police and armed patrols...

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SanaeTakaichi

Japan's Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi warned of a potential Chinese military attack or blockade on Taiwan and indicated that Japan might respond militarily under collective defense laws. China swiftly retaliated by...

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JanineWolter

Janine Wolter has been nominated as the top candidate for mayor of Berlin-Neukölln by the Neukölln SPD after Martin Hikel unexpectedly withdrew from the race. Wolter, currently the district councilor for Education,...

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MarcoRubio

The Trump administration has introduced a major overhaul to the US State Department's global human rights reports, emphasizing rights described as "given to us by God, our creator." Secretary of State Marco Rubio...

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DonaldTrump

The G20 Leaders' Summit took place in Johannesburg with South Africa hosting under its rotating presidency. The event faced a significant boycott led by Donald Trump, with the USA abstaining from official participation...

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ElissaSlotkin

Six Democratic lawmakers, including Senators Elissa Slotkin and Mark Kelly, urged active service members and intelligence personnel to reject unlawful orders and uphold the Constitution. Donald Trump labeled the...

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NydiaVelázquez

New York Representative Nydia Velázquez announced she will retire in 2026 after serving over 30 years since first elected in 1992. She highlighted the importance of generational change in leadership, praising the...

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SeanDuffy

The US government announced that 776 air traffic controllers and technicians with perfect attendance during the 43-day government shutdown will receive $10,000 bonuses. These workers endured unpaid long shifts amid...

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2026BudgetLaw

The Italian Parliament is debating key amendments to the 2026 budget law focusing on social welfare, pensions, law enforcement benefits, taxation, and housing incentives. The Brothers of Italy party proposed creating a...

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USCoastGuard

The US Coast Guard reversed a policy draft that would have reclassified extremist symbols like swastikas, nooses, and Confederate flags as "potentially divisive" rather than "hate symbols." This reversal reinstates the...

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MohammedMustafa

Brussels hosted a significant donor conference focused on support for the Palestinian Authority and the reconstruction and governance of Gaza. Palestinian Prime Minister Mohammed Mustafa emphasized the need to reunify...

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AngeloFanizza

Angelo Fanizza, the Secretary General of the Italian Data Protection Authority, resigned amid controversy involving the authority. The controversy centers on board member Agostino Ghiglia, linked to Fratelli d'Italia,...

27h
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AdamSchiff

Federal prosecutors are investigating mortgage fraud allegations involving Senator Adam Schiff, overseen by Trump administration appointees Ed Martin and Bill Pulte. Christine Bish, a Republican congressional candidate...

27h/25h
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BillMelugin

Bill Melugin has been promoted to congressional correspondent based in Washington, D.C., after gaining recognition for extensive border and immigration reporting. He previously covered major events like the 2025...

28h
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DonaldTrump

Former Donald Trump announced a major offshore oil drilling expansion plan by the Department of the Interior, proposing 34 lease sales through 2031 to increase US oil production. The plan includes new leases off...

28h/22h
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JiaCobb

US District Judge Jia Cobb ruled that former President Donald Trump's deployment of over 2,300 National Guard troops to Washington, D.C. was illegal and violated federal law. The troops were sent under the Secretary of...

28h/24h
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AleksandarVučić

Serbian President Aleksandar Vučić vehemently denied allegations of involvement in "human safari" sniper tourism during the Siege of Sarajevo from 1992 to 1996. These allegations claim that wealthy Western tourists paid...

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BorisJohnson

An independent UK public inquiry condemned former Prime Minister Boris Johnson and his Conservative government for their handling of the COVID-19 pandemic, describing their response as "toxic," "chaotic," and...

29h/11h
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DonaldTrump

Donald Trump is intensifying efforts to reshape the Affordable Care Act by focusing on changing COVID-era subsidies that assist 24 million Americans with their health insurance premiums through ACA marketplaces. Trump...

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UnitedNations

The UN COP30 Climate Conference experienced a major fire near Italy's pavilion in the Blue Zone, disrupting the event and delaying negotiations. Emergency responders contained the fire in six minutes, treating thirteen...

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RobertFKennedyJr

The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention updated its vaccine safety webpage to suggest a possible link between vaccines and autism under the influence of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. This change bypassed CDC's usual...

31h/22h
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AlexanderLukashenko

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32h/31h
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DonaldTrump

Donald Trump has authorized covert CIA operations targeting Venezuela, escalating tensions and raising the possibility of a broader military campaign to oust Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro. The US has increased...

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FabienMandon

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32h/5h
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DonaldTrump

Donald Trump introduced a 28-point peace proposal aimed at ending the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The plan requires Ukraine to make significant territorial concessions, restricts its military size, bars NATO membership,...

34h/54m
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MariaMalmerStenergard

Swedish Foreign Minister Maria Malmer Stenergard criticized the EU for paying Russia more in gas and oil than it provides in aid to Ukraine, calling the situation "completely disgraceful." The EU is considering a...

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SteveWitkoff

EU foreign ministers unanimously rejected a secret 28-point peace proposal for Ukraine drafted by US envoy Steve Witkoff and Russian official Kirill Dmitriev. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and European leaders...

37h/1h
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ShabanaMahmood

The UK Labour government, led by Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood, has proposed new asylum and immigration reforms inspired by Denmark's policies. The reforms include extending the wait for permanent residence up to 20...

37h/3h
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BorisPistorius

European NATO countries including Romania, Belgium, Germany, Denmark, and Poland have experienced increased drone incursions and attacks disrupting airports and airspace in 2025. German Defense Minister Boris Pistorius...

38h/3h
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GiorgiaMeloni

The Italian League party proposed reducing the Rai television license fee from €90 to €70 as part of their budget plan, aiming to extend tax benefits related to tax release at a cost of €365 million. Prime Minister...

38h
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VolodymyrZelenskyy

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is facing a political crisis due to a $100 million corruption scandal linked to the state energy company Energoatom. Operation MIDA, conducted by anti-corruption agencies Nabu and...

38h/7h
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AlbertoStefani

Italy is preparing for important regional elections in Campania, Puglia, and Veneto, with voting hours specified for Veneto on November 23 and 24. Alberto Stefani leads the center-right coalition in Veneto, while...

41h/28h
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CarstenSchneider

Germany pledged one billion euros to the Tropical Forest Forever Facility (TFFF) at the UN Climate Conference COP30 held in Belém. Environment Minister Carsten Schneider and Development Minister Reem Alabali Radovan...

41h/24h
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JoséRaúlMulino

Panamanian lawmakers planned a trip to Taiwan that sparked a diplomatic dispute with China amid Panama's attempt to balance relations between China and the USA. President José Raúl Mulino stated the trip did not have...

44h
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DonaldTrump

Donald Trump has signed a bill to release Jeffrey Epstein case files after months of legal challenges. California Attorney General Rob Bonta has spent $468,000 on legal representation related to a federal bribery...

44h
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LawrenceHSummers

Lawrence H. Summers has faced a significant professional fallout after revelations of his long-term association with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, leading him to step down from several prestigious roles...

44h/4h
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DonaldTrump

The Trump administration is preparing to issue an executive order titled "Eliminating State Law Obstruction of National AI Policy," aiming to block states from enforcing their own AI regulations. Donald Trump called for...

45h/13h
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DonaldTrump

Donald Trump and New York Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani met face-to-face in the Oval Office, resulting in a surprisingly cordial and productive meeting focused on shared priorities for the city's residents. They discussed...

46h/49m
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VolodymyrZelenskyy

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy officially requested the Vatican to recognize its role in facilitating negotiations for the return of Ukrainian children and civilians taken by Russia amid the ongoing conflict. Pope Leo...

47h/8h
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BrendanCarr

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC), led by Chairman Brendan Carr, has launched an investigation into the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) over allegations of misleading editing of former President Donald...

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KeithKellogg

Keith Kellogg, the US special envoy for Ukraine, is expected to resign in January 2026 due to Senate confirmation requirements for envoys serving beyond 360 days. His departure raises concerns in Kyiv as US support...

Thu/37h
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SheilaCherfilusMcCormick

US Representative Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick has been federally indicted for allegedly misappropriating $5 million in federal COVID-19 disaster relief funds. The indictment alleges that Cherfilus-McCormick and her...

Thu/26h
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DonaldTrump

Donald Trump nominated Robert Cekada to lead the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF). The National Shooting Sports Foundation and the NRA welcomed the appointment, emphasizing Cekada's experience...

Thu
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DonaldTrump

Donald Trump defended visas for skilled foreign workers at the US-Saudi Investment Forum, stating the US needs an influx of talent. He emphasized the necessity of bringing thousands of skilled workers to open a large...

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JohnHealey

John Healey addressed concerns about the UK’s defense capabilities, citing a parliamentary report that states the country is "not fit to defend against an attack." The report highlights underinvestment, overreliance on...

Wed
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SaraEllis

A federal appeals court has temporarily blocked a lower court order limiting federal immigration enforcement actions in Chicago, citing the restrictions as overbroad and too prescriptive. The Trump administration...

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AndrewTate

Andrew Tate and Tristan Tate faced allegations of sex trafficking and had their electronic devices seized by US Customs and Border Protection during travel to Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Paul Ingrassia, a DHS official and...

Wed
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NigelFarage

Nigel Farage has denied allegations of antisemitic and racist behavior during his teenage years at Dulwich College in London. The Guardian reported claims from former classmates that Farage used derogatory language and...

Wed
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SerhiyKuznetsov

Italy's highest court has ruled that Serhiy Kuznetsov should be extradited to Germany to face charges related to the 2022 Nord Stream pipeline blasts. Kuznetsov, a former Ukrainian military officer, was arrested while...

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DavidMaltinsky

David Maltinsky, a former FBI agent-in-training, was dismissed last month for displaying an LGBTQ+ Pride flag at his workspace. He has filed a lawsuit in the US District Court claiming his termination was unlawful and...

Wed/44h
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DonaldTrump

Donald Trump is expected to make remarks at the U.S.-Saudi Investment Forum following a meeting with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman at the White House. The summit will include leaders from Salesforce, Qualcomm,...

Wed
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KilmarAbregoGarcia

Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran immigrant, was wrongfully deported despite a Maryland judge's order barring his removal due to family threats. The Trump administration launched a recruitment drive for deportation...

Wed/3h
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UlfKristersson

Swedish Prime Minister Ulf Kristersson and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz announced a deepened strategic partnership in Berlin, expanding cooperation to include foreign and security policy, aid, and migration. They...

Wed/37h
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JNIM

The security situation in Mali has sharply deteriorated with jihadist groups, mainly JNIM, imposing a fuel import blockade around Bamako. France announced a reduction of its diplomatic and consular staff in Bamako due...

Wed/2h
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FranciscoFranco

Spain commemorated the 50th anniversary of General Francisco Franco's death with events organized by the left-wing government led by Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and Minister Ángel Víctor Torres under the theme "50...

Wed/3h
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DonaldTrump

The USA and Saudi Arabia have deepened their strategic partnership with agreements including the sale of up to 48 F-35 fighter jets and the designation of Saudi Arabia as a Major Non-NATO Ally. The partnership expands...

Wed/17h
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TomSteyer

Billionaire climate activist Tom Steyer and California Representative Eric Swalwell have launched campaigns for governor in 2026, joining a crowded field to succeed the term-limited Governor Gavin Newsom. Steyer focuses...

Wed/48m
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FriedrichMerz

Germany is revising its military service policies to require all 18-year-old men to register starting in 2026, with full conscription beginning in 2027 for those born in 2008. Chancellor Friedrich Merz supports the plan...

Wed/5h
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AndriusKubilius

The EU (EU) is implementing a "military Schengen" initiative to enable rapid movement of soldiers and military equipment across Europe amid concerns about Russian aggression. The EU approved a $20.4 billion defense...

Wed/17h
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JohnHealey

The Russian spy ship Yantar has been recently spotted near UK waters north of Scotland, escalating Russian "gray zone warfare" activities. UK Defense Secretary John Healey reported that British forces, including a Royal...

Wed/34h
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DonaldTrump

The US Congress passed and Donald Trump signed the bipartisan Epstein Files Transparency Act into law, mandating the DOJ to release nearly all unclassified documents related to Jeffrey Epstein by December 19, 2025. The...

Wed/3h
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FriedrichMerz

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz faced backlash after comments at the COP30 summit and a trade conference where he implied no one wanted to stay in Belém. Brazilian leaders like President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva and...

Wed
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Talara

The oil tanker Talara was seized by Iranian authorities after changing course toward Iranian waters. The Islamic Revolution Guard Corps intercepted the vessel for allegedly carrying unauthorized high-sulphur gasoil...

Wed
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BoualemSansal

Boualem Sansal, an Algerian-French author, was released after nearly a year in detention following a pardon from President Abdelmadjid Tebboune. He arrived in Paris after a stop in Berlin, where German President...

Wed
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DonaldTrump

Donald Trump faces a significant decline in popularity and rising opposition within the Republican Party ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. His approval ratings have fallen to historic lows due to economic...

Wed/14h
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NickiMinaj

Nicki Minaj spoke at a US Mission to the UN panel addressing the persecution of Nigerian Christians and urged the UN to intensify protection efforts. US officials including Mike Waltz, Pete Hegseth, and Christopher...

Wed/9h
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SisseMarieWelling

The Danish Social Democrats lost control of Copenhagen for the first time in 122 years after the recent municipal elections. Sisse Marie Welling of the Green Left won the lord mayor position with 17.9% of the votes,...

Wed/32h
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AlexandriaOcasioCortez

Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez said she was "not aware" that New York Councilman Chi Ossé had filed to challenge House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries for New York’s 8th Congressional District in 2026. Ossé’s motivations...

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LeonardoWilliams

The DHS (DHS) escalated immigration enforcement across US cities, including operations in Charlotte and Durham, North Carolina, leading to over 600 arrests. Local officials such as Durham Mayor Leonardo Williams and...

Wed/1h
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GregAbbott

Texas Governor Greg Abbott has designated the Muslim Brotherhood and CAIR as foreign terrorist and transnational criminal organizations. This prohibits these groups from purchasing property in Texas and allows state...

Wed/8h
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ElonMusk

Elon Musk attended a White House dinner honoring Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, marking his first public appearance there since May. His relationship with Donald Trump has improved, highlighted by playful...

Wed/42h
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CoryMills

The US House of Representatives reconvened following a six-week government shutdown, facing increased tensions and a surge in disciplinary actions such as censure motions targeting members. Republican Representative...

Wed/12h
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WilliamAlexanderMartínezRuano

The Inter-American Commission on Human Rights urged El Salvador to protect William Alexander Martínez Ruano, José Osmín Santos Robles, and Brandon Bladimir Sigarán Cruz after their deportation from the USA. Martínez and...

Wed
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SerhiyNadal

Russian missile and drone strikes severely hit western and southern Ukrainian cities, including Ternopil, Zaporizhzhia, and Odesa. Mayor Serhiy Nadal reported fires and at least 31 deaths with 94 injuries in Ternopil...

Wed/14h
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DonaldTrump

Ten Democratic secretaries of state have requested detailed information from the DOJ and DHS about efforts to obtain voter registration lists. The DOJ claims its priority is maintaining clean voter rolls, despite...

Wed/14h
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JoeBiden

Ukraine has publicly acknowledged its use of American ATACMS missiles in attacks on Russian territory for the first time, marking a major shift in its military strategy. President Joe Biden approved the use of these...

Wed
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PopeLeoXIV

Pope Leo XIV criticized Donald Trump's immigration policies and supported the US bishops' statement condemning the administration's treatment of migrants. The bishops highlighted concerns about mass deportations, fear,...

Wed/41h
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ClaudiaSheinbaum

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum firmly ruled out US military intervention in Mexico to combat drug cartels, stating, "It's not going to happen." Donald Trump expressed his unhappiness with Mexico over drug violence...

Wed/40h
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OliviaNuzzi

Olivia Nuzzi, the new West Coast editor of Vanity Fair, is involved in a scandal with her former fiancé Ryan Lizza and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. She revealed in her upcoming memoir that her relationship with Kennedy was...

Wed
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VolodymyrZelenskyy

Volodymyr Zelenskyy visited Spain to see Pablo Picasso’s ‘Guernica,’ a painting symbolizing the horrors of war and civilian bombings. Pedro Sánchez announced Spain is sending €615 million in aid to Ukraine, with half...

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ChrisWright

The Trump administration announced a $1 billion federal loan guarantee to Constellation Energy Corp for restarting a nuclear reactor at the Crane Clean Energy Center. The reactor, offline since 2019, is expected to...

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