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Oct 2
12m 37s

Flotilla, shutdown stalemate, Pentagon a...

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Israel has intercepted a flotilla of boats carrying aid and activists to Gaza, prompting global protests. The U.S. government shutdown enters its second day. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is overhauling the Pentagon’s watchdog system, raising concerns about whistleblower protections. And primatologist Jane Goodall, who revolutionized our understanding of ch ... Show More
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Gaza deal, Trump's threat and France's crisis
Hamas and Israel are expected to sign a deal for a Gaza ceasefire and hostage releases. National Guard troops are deployed near Chicago as Trump calls for the jailing of the city’s mayor and the Illinois governor. And could a wealth tax pushed by France's left ease the country's ... Show More
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Comey in court, National Guard poll, gold and Tesla
Former FBI Director James Comey is due in federal court. A Reuters/Ipsos poll finds most Americans don't want troops deployed without an external threat. Gold smashes the $4,000 milestone for the first time. And Tesla rolls out "affordable" versions of its Model Y SUV and its Mod ... Show More
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