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Sudan’s paramilitary killed hundreds including hospital patients in Darfur

Sudan’s paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) killed hundreds of civilians, including hospital patients, after seizing el-Fasher, the last army stronghold in Darfur, according to the U.N. and aid workers. Witnesses described mass executions, sexual violence, and attacks on hospitals as residents fled the city. Satellite imagery and reports from humanitarian groups confirmed large-scale killings and targeted assaults on medical facilities, which the U.N. said amount … Continue reading Sudan’s paramilitary killed hundreds including hospital patients in Darfur

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Politics

Dutch vote in a knife-edge election focused on housing and anti-Islam populist

Dutch voters went to the polls Wednesday in a tightly contested snap election triggered when far-right leader Geert Wilders collapsed the previous coalition over immigration policy. The campaign centered on migration and housing shortages, key issues also dividing Europe. While Wilders’ Party for Freedom hopes to repeat its past success, most mainstream parties have ruled out working with him, citing his role in toppling the … Continue reading Dutch vote in a knife-edge election focused on housing and anti-Islam populist

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Five new suspects arrested in connection with Louvre robbery

Five more suspects have been arrested in connection with the €88 million Louvre jewel heist, though the stolen treasures remain missing, Paris prosecutors said. One of the new detainees was linked to the crime by DNA evidence, while others may help explain how the robbery was carried out. Two suspects arrested earlier admitted partial involvement and face charges of organized theft and criminal conspiracy, The … Continue reading Five new suspects arrested in connection with Louvre robbery

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Politics

JD Vance calls for reduction in legal immigration at Turning Point event

Vice President JD Vance called for a major reduction in legal immigration during a speech at the University of Mississippi, saying the U.S. must “get the overall numbers way, way down” to preserve social cohesion. Speaking at a Turning Point USA event hosted by Erika Kirk, widow of the group’s slain founder, Vance argued that American society needs time to assimilate newcomers before admitting more … Continue reading JD Vance calls for reduction in legal immigration at Turning Point event

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Politics

Trump visits South Korea as he attempts to secure billions in investment

President Donald Trump met Wednesday with South Korean President Lee Jae Myung in Gyeongju, wrapping up his Asia tour focused on securing major investment deals. Trump praised South Korea as a valued ally and said a new trade agreement between the two nations would soon be finalized, following similar deals with Japan and Malaysia. Lee asked the U.S. to ease restrictions on fuel for nuclear-powered … Continue reading Trump visits South Korea as he attempts to secure billions in investment

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Protests erupt after police raid in Brazil leaves 119 dead

A massive police raid targeting the Red Command drug gang in Rio de Janeiro’s favelas left at least 119 people dead, sparking protests, outrage, and calls for Governor Claudio Castro’s resignation. Residents accused police of carrying out a “massacre,” citing executions and mutilated bodies, while officials claimed the deaths resulted from armed resistance. Brazil’s Supreme Court, prosecutors, and human rights groups demanded a full investigation … Continue reading Protests erupt after police raid in Brazil leaves 119 dead

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Trump directs Pentagon to start testing nuclear weapons

President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that he has ordered the Defense Department to begin nuclear weapons testing to match China and Russia. He said the U.S. already holds the world’s largest and most advanced nuclear arsenal, rebuilt during his first term. The move comes ahead of his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping in South Korea and marks the first potential return to explosive testing … Continue reading Trump directs Pentagon to start testing nuclear weapons

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Trump touts progress on multiple fronts with China after meeting Xi

President Donald Trump described his meeting with Chinese leader Xi Jinping as “amazing,” saying the two reached key agreements to ease trade tensions. China agreed to buy U.S. soybeans, delay new rare earth export restrictions, and curb fentanyl shipments. In return, Trump said he would lower tariffs on Chinese goods and that both sides were close to finalizing a broader deal, Politico has reported. The … Continue reading Trump touts progress on multiple fronts with China after meeting Xi

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U.S. News

Father killed children one by one over four months, N.C. sheriff says

A Zebulon man, Wellington Delano Dickens III, allegedly murdered his three children, aged 6, 9, and 10, and his 18-year-old stepchild over the summer and fall, according to Johnston County officials. Dickens called 911 Monday night to confess and is now charged with four counts of murder, while a 3-year-old child in the home was found safe. The killings followed the death of Dickens’ wife … Continue reading Father killed children one by one over four months, N.C. sheriff says

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U.S. News

Patel shuts down Kirk foreign intelligence probe in explosive feud

FBI Director Kash Patel blocked an effort by Tulsi Gabbard’s top advisor, Joe Kent, to investigate whether a foreign power was involved in Charlie Kirk’s assassination. Kent, head of the National Counterterrorism Center, had reviewed FBI files to explore potential foreign ties to the suspect, Tyler Robinson, which Patel viewed as overstepping and interfering with an active investigation. A tense White House meeting involving Patel, … Continue reading Patel shuts down Kirk foreign intelligence probe in explosive feud

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Business

Nvidia becomes first company to reach $5 trillion valuation

Nvidia became the first company to surpass a $5 trillion market value Wednesday after its shares jumped more than 4%, capping a surge of over 50% so far this year. The milestone underscores Nvidia’s transformation from a gaming chipmaker to a dominant force in artificial intelligence, fueled by expectations of $500 billion in AI chip orders and plans to build seven new U.S. supercomputers. The … Continue reading Nvidia becomes first company to reach $5 trillion valuation

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Hurricane Melissa hits Cuba after killing 26 people in Haiti, Jamaica

Hurricane Melissa has battered Cuba after devastating Haiti and Jamaica, leaving at least 26 people dead. In Haiti, 25 people died when a river overflowed in Petit-Goave, destroying homes and trapping residents, while one child was killed in Jamaica. The storm, once a powerful Category 5 hurricane, weakened to Category 2 as it crossed Cuba, where hundreds of thousands remain in shelters amid widespread flooding … Continue reading Hurricane Melissa hits Cuba after killing 26 people in Haiti, Jamaica

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Israel says ‘ceasefire’ back on after killing more than 100 in strikes

Israel announced Wednesday that a ceasefire in Gaza was back in effect after launching intense airstrikes that killed over 100 Palestinians, including many children, according to local health officials. The strikes followed accusations between Israel and Hamas over ceasefire violations, with Israel claiming Hamas attacked soldiers in Rafah—a claim Hamas denied. President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance both said the truce remained intact … Continue reading Israel says ‘ceasefire’ back on after killing more than 100 in strikes

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Space

2 Russian cosmonauts spacewalk outside the ISS

Two cosmonauts will perform a spacewalk today outside the International Space Station to install experiment hardware on the Nauka module and relocate a control panel for its European robotic arm. NASA will stream the spacewalk and provide limited technical commentary despite most agency activities being paused due to the government shutdown. This marks the second spacewalk in less than two weeks for Expedition 73 commander … Continue reading 2 Russian cosmonauts spacewalk outside the ISS

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Politics

World’s oldest serving head of state declared winner in Cameroon election

Cameroon’s 92-year-old President Paul Biya has been declared the winner of the recent election, securing an eighth term with 53.66% of the vote, while challenger Issa Tchiroma Bakary received 35.19%. Biya, in power since 1982, removed presidential term limits in 2008 and has consistently won re-election by large margins. Tchiroma, who claimed victory days after the election with his own tally, denounced the official results … Continue reading World’s oldest serving head of state declared winner in Cameroon election

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Plane carrying foreign tourists crashes en route to popular reserve in Kenya, killing 11 people

A plane crash in Kenya’s Kwale region killed 11 people, mostly foreign tourists, while flying to Maasai Mara National Reserve. The victims included eight Hungarians, two Germans, and the Kenyan pilot. The aircraft went down in a hilly, forested area about 25 miles from Diani airstrip amid heavy rain, and the wreckage was found burned, leaving unrecognizable remains, CBS News has reported. Authorities are investigating … Continue reading Plane carrying foreign tourists crashes en route to popular reserve in Kenya, killing 11 people

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Business

US Home Prices Post Weakest Gain in More Than Two Years

Home price growth slowed for the seventh consecutive month in August, rising just 1.5% year-over-year—the smallest increase in over two years, according to S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller data. The slowdown benefits buyers as mortgage rates ease and inventory grows, improving affordability after years of rapid price gains. Among major cities, New York saw the largest increase at 6.1%, while Tampa and Miami experienced declines of 3.3% … Continue reading US Home Prices Post Weakest Gain in More Than Two Years

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Federal Reserve likely to cut key rate Wednesday and may signal another cut to follow

The Federal Reserve is expected to cut its key interest rate on Wednesday, likely reducing it from 4.1% to around 3.9%, as the central bank seeks to support a slowing job market. This would be the second rate cut of the year, with another possible in December, despite inflation remaining elevated. Economic uncertainty is heightened by the government shutdown, which has delayed key jobs and … Continue reading Federal Reserve likely to cut key rate Wednesday and may signal another cut to follow

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Space

SpaceX launches 28 Starlink satellites from California, lands rocket at sea

SpaceX launched 28 Starlink satellites today (Oct. 27) aboard a Falcon 9 rocket from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. The rocket’s first stage successfully landed on the drone ship Of Course I Still Love You, marking its 17th flight, while the upper stage delivered the satellites to low Earth orbit. This launch was SpaceX’s 137th Falcon 9 mission of the year and the third … Continue reading SpaceX launches 28 Starlink satellites from California, lands rocket at sea

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Texas suing makers of Tylenol over alleged autism link

Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is suing Johnson & Johnson and its spin-off Kenvue, alleging they failed to warn consumers about the risks of taking Tylenol during pregnancy. The lawsuit claims the companies ignored scientific studies linking prenatal Tylenol use to autism and ADHD, and that Johnson & Johnson illegally shifted liability to Kenvue to protect assets. Paxton accused the companies of endangering consumers for … Continue reading Texas suing makers of Tylenol over alleged autism link

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Amazon laying off about 14,000 corporate workers as it invests more in AI

Amazon announced it will cut about 14,000 corporate jobs, part of ongoing efforts to reduce costs and streamline operations while investing in generative AI. The layoffs, affecting nearly every department, could ultimately impact up to 30,000 employees, representing roughly 4% of its corporate and tech workforce. CEO Andy Jassy emphasized the need for a leaner structure to move faster and adapt to AI-driven efficiencies, following … Continue reading Amazon laying off about 14,000 corporate workers as it invests more in AI

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Politics

Indiana Gov. Mike Braun calls special session to consider new congressional map

Indiana Gov. Mike Braun has called a special legislative session starting Nov. 3 to consider redrawing the state’s congressional map, aiming to ensure “fair” representation, though GOP support remains uncertain. The move aligns Indiana with other Republican-led states, including Texas, Missouri, and North Carolina, where mid-decade redistricting efforts aim to bolster the party’s House majority ahead of 2026. Trump and Vice President J.D. Vance have … Continue reading Indiana Gov. Mike Braun calls special session to consider new congressional map

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U.S. News

Man charged after stabbing two teenagers with a fork on a flight from Chicago to Germany

A 28-year-old man, Praneeth Kumar Usiripalli, allegedly stabbed two 17-year-old boys with a fork and attempted to assault a flight crew member on a Lufthansa flight from Chicago to Germany, forcing the plane to divert to Boston. One victim was stabbed in the shoulder and the other in the back of the head, while Usiripalli also made threatening gestures and slapped a female passenger. Usiripalli, … Continue reading Man charged after stabbing two teenagers with a fork on a flight from Chicago to Germany

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Bill Gates calls for ‘strategic pivot’ in climate change fight away from curbing emissions

Bill Gates believes climate change is serious but not civilization-ending, and he urges a “strategic pivot” from focusing solely on limiting temperature rise to prioritizing poverty reduction and disease prevention. In a memo ahead of the U.N. climate conference, Gates argued that resources should target the most effective ways to improve human life, especially in the world’s poorest countries, even if that means accepting minor … Continue reading Bill Gates calls for ‘strategic pivot’ in climate change fight away from curbing emissions

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Pressure builds on Congress to end the shutdown

The pressure to end the second-longest federal government shutdown is mounting as millions of Americans face lost food assistance, delayed paychecks, and travel disruptions. The nation’s largest federal employee union, AFGE, urged Congress to pass a clean funding bill immediately, calling for an end to political gamesmanship. Democratic senators, including Tim Kaine, are pressing for guarantees against mass federal layoffs and extensions of health plan … Continue reading Pressure builds on Congress to end the shutdown

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