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Published dates (RSS): 15 Nov – 11 Apr
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Three people stabbed with machete in New York City's Grand Central Terminal
Three people were stabbed on a New York City subway platform on Saturday, police said
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Iran War Live Updates: U.S. and Iran Hold Historic High-Level Peace Talks
American officials, led by Vice President JD Vance, met with senior Iranian negotiators, U.S. and Iranian officials said. It was the highest-level face-to-face meeting between the countries since I…
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Artemis II splashdown captures nationwide attention
Fans across the country tuned in to see the Artemis II crew make their splashy return to Earth.
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Orthodox Easter ceasefire falters as Ukraine says Russia continues drone strikes
Russia continued to strike Ukrainian positions with drones after a Kremlin-declared Easter ceasefire took effect Saturday, a Ukrainian military officer told The Associated Press, casting immediate …
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More than 90 people arrested at Palestine Action protest in London
Arrests and detentions took place at first mass demo since group’s ban was ruled unlawful by high court More than 90 people have been arrested at the first mass demonstration opposing the proscript…
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Orthodox Easter ceasefire in Russia-Ukraine war falters following drone strikes
Russia continued to strike Ukrainian positions with drones after a Kremlin-declared Easter ceasefire took effect Saturday, a Ukrainian military officer told The Associated Press, casting immediate …
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All we know about Canary Islands bus crash as British pensioner, 77, killed and dozens injured
All 27 passengers are believed to be British tourists - investigations into the tragedy are ongoing
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US and Iran hold talks in Islamabad as Pakistan seeks to broker peace deal
JD Vance leads American delegation while Iran’s negotiators headed up by Iran’s parliamentary speaker Peace talks between Iran and the US began in Islamabad this afternoon, with senior negotiators …
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We asked a US Army veteran and an Iran expert to dissect Trump’s war
The US-Israeli war against Iran has entered its sixth week.
The Independent World -
What We Know About the U.S.-Iran Cease-Fire Talks in Pakistan
Vice President JD Vance is leading the U.S. delegation, which is in Pakistan for talks with Iranian officials on Saturday.
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Progressives are poised for a big victory in New Jersey
If Democrat Analilia Mejia wins next week’s election to fill New Jersey Gov. Mikie Sherrill’s (D) former House seat, it will offer just the latest boost for progressives, who have notched a number …
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For our 250th anniversary, the new blue ‘founding fathers’ are crushing the right
Conservative media can pound on George Soros all they want — often with very good reason — but might be better served if it turned its anger and frustration upon the literally thousands of Republic…
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Fuel tankers regain access to Irish oil refinery
Demonstrations due to high prices caused by the US-Israeli war against Iran are affecting traffic on several roads.
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US and Iran officials meet Pakistan leader as fighting in Lebanon threatens fragile ceasefire
US and Iranian officials held separate talks with Pakistan’s prime minister Shehbaz Sharif on Saturday
The Independent World -
US-Iran Peace Talks + Artemis II Returns
It’s a historic day.
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U.S.-Iran direct negotiations begin in Pakistan as war's fragile ceasefire holds
The United States and Iran began face-to-face negotiations Saturday in Pakistan, days after a fragile, two-week ceasefire was announced.
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Medical intern suspended after complaint over patient data in social media post
Hong Kong’s public hospital operator has suspended a medical intern and launched an investigation following a complaint that patient information had been exposed on social media, just days after an…
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Trump claims Straits of Hormuz are being ‘cleared’ in early morning Truth Social rant
The president claimed Saturday morning that U.S. forces were beginning the process of ‘clearing out’ the Strait of Hormuz
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Maher: Trump pushed Iran ceasefire to ‘save face’ as war crime concerns mount
Comedian Bill Maher accused President Trump of agreeing to a two-week ceasefire with Iran to “save face.” In his Friday evening monologue on “Real Time with Bill Maher,” the late night host ridicul…
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California Warehouse Fire Suspect Invoked Luigi Mangione, Court Files Say
The suspect in a fire at a paper company facility in California complained about pay and raged against capitalism in videos posted to social media as he lit the blaze, prosecutors say.
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Coachella kicks off with Sabrina Carpenter and surprise guests
The festival in California was also forced to cancel a set by DJ Anyma on Friday because of strong winds.
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Russia and Ukraine trade strikes before temporary ceasefire
An Orthodox Easter ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine began on Saturday. The Kremlin said it had ordered a 32-hour truce from 4pm (13:00 GMT) to midnight on Sunday, a week after Ukrainian Preside…
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UK forced to shelve Chagos Islands legislation after US dropped support
Officials accept that time has run out to pass law to allow transfer of islands to Mauritius The UK government has been forced to shelve its legislation to hand the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, aft…
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Louisiana Republicans move to eliminate court office won by exonerated man
After Calvin Duncan served 28 years for a murder he didn’t commit, he won an election to serve as criminal court clerk. But now the office might be shut down A man imprisoned for nearly 30 years be…
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Kristi Noem’s husband entered a Christian ‘sexual behavior’ rehab in January: report
Bryon Noem enrolled in the 40-day program at ‘Pure Desire Ministries,’ which brands itself as helping men ‘stop unwanted behaviors and restore broken relationships’
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Iran-US war latest: Trump says Tehran is ‘losing big’ as peace talks get underway in Pakistan
The US vice president said he is expecting a positive outcome from the talks
The Independent World -
Trump unveils giant gold-accented victory arch design for US capital
The new monument, if approved, would be taller than the US Capitol building and the Lincoln Memorial.
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Rubio pulls green cards of 3 Iranian immigrants with alleged ties to regime
The Trump administration has revoked green cards for three more Iranian immigrants with alleged ties to the regime, a week after arresting two relatives of slain Iranian commander Qasem Soleimani. …
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Tornado season is becoming more treacherous. Experts give top tips to prepare
Emergency managers, who responded to some of the worst tornadoes in the country last year, have a message for Americans
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U.S.-Iran Talks Timeline: Key Moments Between Two Adversaries
From sanctions relief to nuclear talks, here’s a look at how negotiations between Washington and Tehran have gone over the decades.
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Israel army says hit over 200 Hezbollah targets in last 24 hours
Clouds of smoke were once again seen over villages in southern Lebanon after Israeli strikes targeted areas near the border. The attacks come as Iran and the United States begin peace talks, but Te…
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Kentucky woman was picked up by a garbage truck’s grappler claw and crushed, her family’s lawyer says
The family of Tyrah Adams want to know why Louisville Public Works employees did not see the 35-year-old woman while picking up trash
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Lebanon hit by more than 100 attacks on healthcare during Israeli strikes, WHO says
Israeli strikes have hit hospitals, ambulances and health workers, according to the World Health Organisation
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England beat Ireland in front of record Women's Six Nations crowd
England open title defence with comfortable win over Ireland in front of a record Women's Six Nations crowd of 77,120 at Allianz Stadium.
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Iran, US top officials meet face-to-face
The United States and Iran began negotiations Saturday in Pakistan, days after a fragile two-week ceasefire was announced, as the war that has killed thousands of people and shaken global markets e…
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Shooting and stabbing at New York’s Grand Central station leave two people critically injured
Witness described at least one person slashed with large knife and police with guns drawn A shooting and stabbing has left at least two people critically injured at New York City ’s Grand Central s…
The Guardian World -
Vance and envoy arrive in Pakistan for talks with Iran
Vance and envoy arrive in Pakistan for talks with Iran
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Grand National 2026: I Am Maximus becomes two-time winner
I Am Maximus wins the Grand National for the second time for trainer Willie Mullins at Aintree - pulling off a feat last achieved by Red Rum in doing so.
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Eric Swalwell Faces Sex Assault Accusation as He Runs for California Governor
Eric Swalwell, a Democratic congressman, denied the accounts published by CNN and The San Francisco Chronicle. Nancy Pelosi was among those who said he should withdraw from the California governor’…
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Ukraine-Russia war latest: Easter ceasefire in doubt after four killed in Russian drone strikes
Putin and Zelensky have agreed to honour a 32-hour ceasefire over Orthodox Easter, but a similar truce last year was marred by violations
The Independent World -
Luna moves to oust Swalwell from House over assault allegations
Rep. Anna Paulina Luna (R-Fla.) on Saturday said she would file a motion to expel California Rep. Eric Swalwell from office, after the Democrat was hit with sexual assault allegations. “I am filing…
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Canadian adult-film model claims border patrol quizzed him about his sexuality before banning him from U.S. over his past
Milo Miles was stopped by U.S. customs at Toronto Pearson’s Airport in January and prohibited from entering the U.S. for ten years
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‘Jewish terrorism’ in West Bank is a moral failure that puts Israel’s security at risk, ex-IDF chiefs warn
Security chiefs in Israel warn that attacks against Palestinians threaten the very existence of the state
The Independent World -
This bill would exacerbate the affordability crisis
The Fair Prices for Local Businesses Act, which would expand the Robinson-Patman Act, is being proposed by Washington Democrats and would result in higher prices for consumers, while benefiting pla…
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Trump says Virginia ‘has lost its Energy, Vitality, and Strength’ under Spanberger
President Trump lashed out against Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger (D) on Saturday, accusing the governor of wrecking the commonwealth’s economy and driving away businesses. The criticism on Truth…
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Candace Owens hits back over Trump’s post attacking former MAGA figures: ‘Only a fool could have thought to hit send’
“Only a fool or someone under the express direction of one could have thought to hit send on what you published on Truth Social last night,” Owens said on the latest episode of her show
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At least seven killed after Israeli airstrikes in Gaza, health officials say
Two Israeli airstrikes led to multiple casualties in Gaza on Saturday, according to health officials
The Independent World -
Nearly 400 sentenced in Nigeria for links to militant Islamists
Judges handed down sentences ranging from five years to life imprisonment following mass trials.
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Khanna open to alliance with Greene as GOP rift deepens: ‘I’m game’
Rep. Ro Khanna (D-Calif.) on Friday entertained the idea of a partnership with former Georgia Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, commending the Republican for speaking out against President Trump’s threa…
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Calif. governor candidate accused of sexual assault
Calif. governor candidate accused of sexual assault
NBC News