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Ukraine Seeks to Squeeze Russian Troops as It Girds for Battle for Kherson : Kyiv’s threats of attack have drawn invading forces to the regional capital ...
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Ukraine Seeks to Squeeze Russian Troops as It Girds for Battle for Kherson : Kyiv’s threats of attack have drawn invading forces to the regional capital ...
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Ukraine Seeks to Squeeze Russian Troops as It Girds for Battle for Kherson ...
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The US quietly shipped long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine: The United States in recent weeks secretly shipped long-range missiles to Ukraine for use in its ...
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The US quietly shipped long-range ATACMS missiles to Ukraine
Quick Glance: USA Provides Ukraine with Long-Range ATACMS Missiles
  • The USA delivered short-range ATACMS missiles with extended range to Ukraine to protect the country.

  • The delivery was discreet, part of an aid package to maintain Ukraine's operational security.

  • The USA previously provided ATACMS missiles with a range of 165 km last year, now supplying missiles with up to 300 km range.

  • Germany rejects providing the Taurus missile while the USA offers extensive aid to Ukraine.
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Two horses that bolted through London have undergone surgery, UK official says: Two military horses that bolted through the streets of London after being spooked ...
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Two horses that bolted through London have undergone surgery ...
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Hundreds Arrested: Students Across U.S. Protest for Palestine as Campus Crackdown Intensifies
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Hundreds Arrested: Students Across U.S. Protest for Palestine as Campus ...
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Faculty to hold no-confidence vote in UT-Austin president: President Jay Hartzell defended the response but faculty criticized the presence of armed state ...
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Faculty to hold no-confidence vote in UT-Austin president
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US student protests: ‘You see a lot of hate on campus’: In the sunshine, the pro-Palestine encampment in Columbia University looks like the luxury section of a ...
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US student protests: ‘You see a lot of hate on campus’
Quick Glance: USC Main Commencement Canceled Amid Gaza War Protests
  • Protests against the Israel-Hamas war prompt the cancellation of USC's main graduation ceremony and numerous arrests at campuses nationwide.

  • Universities are grappling with protests that could disrupt upcoming commencement ceremonies and are considering changes to regulations regarding encampments and exams.

  • Some students demand schools sever ties with Israel, leading to accusations of antisemitism and concerns about safety on campus.

  • The wave of protests, inspired by events at Columbia University, has led to civil rights investigations into universities facing protests and complaints of discrimination amidst the Israel-Hamas conflict.
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Police arrest pro-Palestine protesters at UT-Austin: Authorities told students they could face criminal trespass charges if they didn’t disperse ...
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Police arrest pro-Palestine protesters at UT-Austin
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Pentagon announces $6B for long-term Ukraine weapons contracts: The United States announced a $6 billion weapons package for Ukraine on Friday ...
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Pentagon announces $6B for long-term Ukraine weapons contracts
Quick Glance: US Sending New Patriot Missiles to Ukraine
  • As part of a massive $6 billion additional aid package, the U.S. will provide Ukraine with additional Patriot missiles for its air defense systems, announced Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin on Friday.

  • Discussing the need for Patriots, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy participated in the Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting on Friday morning, where about 50 countries virtually gathered in a Pentagon-led session.

  • Included in the new funding, the largest tranche of USAI aid sent so far, are the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) as well as Switchblade and Puma drones, counter-drone systems, and artillery.

  • Months of deadlock among bitterly divided members of Congress over the funding led to House Speaker Mike Johnson, R-La., having to form a bipartisan coalition to pass the bill.
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Escaped army horses careen through London, crashing into vehicles: The horses were from the Household Cavalry and threw their riders during a morning exercise ...
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Escaped army horses careen through London, crashing into vehicles
Quick Glance: London Chaos: Military Horses Run Wild
  • Five military horses bolted during an exercise near Buckingham Palace, causing chaos in central London streets.

  • The horses were spooked by noise from a construction site, threw off their riders, and collided with vehicles.

  • Three injured soldiers were hospitalized, but none of the injuries were life-threatening.

  • The horses were captured shortly after and taken back to the barracks for medical tests.
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Texas court halts poverty relief program after Paxton’s ’emergency’ petition: In his campaign to block a Houston-area guaranteed basic income program ...
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Texas court halts poverty relief program after Paxton’s ’emergency’ ...
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Wedding ring, only item surviving chopper accident that killed the General: The wedding ring was handed over to General Ogolla's widow Aileen Ogolla ...
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Wedding ring, only item surviving chopper accident that killed the General
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Appeals Court Dismisses Defamation Suit Against ProPublica, Houston Chronicle: The news outlets’ 2018 investigation into famed Houston heart surgeon Bud Frazier ...
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Appeals Court Dismisses Defamation Suit Against ProPublica ...
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Tesla asks shareholders to help Elon Musk get paid $56 billion: Tesla's stock has slumped in 2024 amid concerns about middling demand for EVs
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Tesla asks shareholders to help Elon Musk get paid $56 billion
Quick Glance: Why Tesla Wants Approval for Elon Musk's $55 Billion Compensation Package
  • Tesla is seeking shareholder approval for Elon Musk's compensation package, which was previously rejected by a judge.

  • The company asserts that implementing the plan is crucial for Tesla's future growth.

  • Elon Musk will be rewarded with stock options that become available when Tesla achieves specific financial objectives.
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More than 250 musicians call for concert ticketing reform: More than 250 musicians, including notable figures such as Billie Eilish and Lorde ...
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More than 250 musicians call for concert ticketing reform
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Tarrant County DA challenges Crystal Mason’s acquittal: A Texas appeals court recently overturned Mason’s five-year prison sentence for casting a provisional ...
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Tarrant County DA challenges Crystal Mason’s acquittal
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Texas lawmakers establish new school safety policies: Texas lawmakers have mandated armed guards at every public school, panic buttons in classrooms and more ...
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Texas lawmakers establish new school safety policies
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Army Deploys Typhon Missile System To China's Backyard For The First Time: The Army's Typhon system, which can fire Tomahawk and SM-6 missiles ...
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Army Deploys Typhon Missile System To China's Backyard For The First ...
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Here’s what the law says about protesting on Texas college campuses: Students can generally peacefully protest, regardless of their viewpoint ...
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Here’s what the law says about protesting on Texas college campuses
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Israeli leaders and military criticize reported US plans to sanction IDF unit: Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and other ministers have sharply ...
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Israeli leaders and military criticize reported US plans to sanction IDF ...
Quick Glance: Netanyahu Vows to Fight Sanctions on Army Battalions
  • Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu stated on April 21 that he would oppose sanctions being imposed on any Israeli military units for alleged rights violations, following reports of Washington planning such a move.

  • The United States announced on April 19 a new series of sanctions related to Israeli settlers in the West Bank, signaling growing frustration with Netanyahu's policies, who relies on settler parties for his coalition government.

  • War Cabinet Minister Benny Gantz, a former Chief of Armed Forces and centrist, mentioned in a statement on April 21 that he had spoken with US Secretary of State Antony Blinken, urging him to reconsider the issue.

  • Blinken mentioned on April 19 that he had made 'determinations' regarding accusations of Israel violating a set of US laws prohibiting military assistance to individuals or security force units committing gross human rights violations.
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After mass arrest, UT Austin split over role of police in pro-Palestine protests: AUSTIN — The day after 57 people were arrested during protests on the ...
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After mass arrest, UT Austin split over role of police in pro-Palestine ...
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Having exhausted the other options, the House did the right thing on Ukraine: Having exhausted all the other options, the House finally did the right thing.
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Having exhausted the other options, the House did the right thing on ...
Quick Glance: Ukrainian President Thanks US for Weapon Aid
  • Ukrainian President Zelenskyy thanked U.S. political leaders for approving an aid package for Ukraine, providing the country with a chance at "victory" in its defense against Russia.

  • The House passed a bill granting Ukraine $60.8 billion in aid, with Zelenskyy urging swift Senate approval to ensure rapid assistance to frontline soldiers.

  • Zelenskyy emphasized the critical need for long-range weapons and air defense systems to stabilize the situation and regain the initiative in Ukraine.

  • He addressed rumors of a territorial deal with Russia, emphasizing the importance of a strategy based on concrete democratic measures to end the war.
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Tony Gonzales blasts fellow Republicans as ‘scumbags,’ klansmen: Gonzales’ interview on CNN infuriated members of the House Freedom Caucus ...
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Tony Gonzales blasts fellow Republicans as ‘scumbags,’ klansmen
Quick Glance: House Republican Infighting Escalates Post Foreign Aid Vote
  • After passing a comprehensive $95 billion foreign aid package, intense disputes among House Republicans have heightened within the chamber.

  • Many Republican members are frustrated with colleagues who vote against laws instead of seeking compromises within the party.

  • A persistent bloc of Republicans advocates for ideological purity, insisting on a firm stance in negotiations with the Democrats.

  • The internal conflicts have spilled over into the campaign trail, with some Republicans advocating for measures against the hardline faction.
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Tesla Announces Steep Employee Cuts Amid Revenue Drop: Elon Musk's electric vehicle company is laying off more than 6,000 employees after reporting a 9% drop in ...
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Tesla Announces Steep Employee Cuts Amid Revenue Drop
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What counts as a medical exception for abortion? Depends who you ask.: Doctors say they fear that following their medical judgment could cost them their license ...
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What counts as a medical exception for abortion? Depends who you ask.
Quick Glance: Supreme Court Divided on Emergency Abortion Access: Highlights
  • The Supreme Court seems divided on access to emergency abortions in states with near-total bans.

  • The 1986 Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act could impact abortion access in emergencies.

  • The debate raises questions about fetal personhood and abortion rights conflict.

  • The court's decision could affect abortion access in 14 states with strict abortion bans.
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As Gaza cease-fire talks resume, the coming fight for Rafah looms large: Washington has said it cannot support a major military operation in Rafah ...
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As Gaza cease-fire talks resume, the coming fight for Rafah looms large
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Texas abortion transfer proposal worries doctors, lawyers: The proposed guidance from the Texas Medical Board would require doctors to document whether there was ...
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Texas abortion transfer proposal worries doctors, lawyers
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Not Just Columbia: Pro-Palestine Protests Roil Campuses Nationwide: Many of the demonstrations were meant to urge schools to divest from military contractors ...
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Not Just Columbia: Pro-Palestine Protests Roil Campuses Nationwide
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Police detain pro-Palestinian protesters on University of Texas campus: Texas state police detained multiple pro-Palestinian demonstrators Wednesday on the ...
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Police detain pro-Palestinian protesters on University of Texas campus
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A Texas county responds to demands for ballot hand-counts: Brazos County election officials are responding to demands from skeptical residents by expanding hand ...
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A Texas county responds to demands for ballot hand-counts
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US Army concludes final airdrop test of new tactical vehicle: The U.S. Army Operational Test Command’s Airborne and Special Operations Test Directorate (ABNSOTD) ...
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US Army concludes final airdrop test of new tactical vehicle
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1 dead, 13 injured after 18-wheeler intentionally crashed into Texas public safety office
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1 dead, 13 injured after 18-wheeler intentionally crashed into Texas ...
Quick Glance: Semitrailer Crashes into Public Safety Building Intentionally
  • A Texas semitrailer driver crashed a stolen 18-wheeler through a public safety building after his commercial driver's license renewal was rejected, resulting in one death and 13 injuries.

  • The driver, identified as Clenard Parker, was detained after attempting to ram the building again and is facing multiple felonies without specified charges.

  • Law enforcement's swift response was praised for averting potential further casualties in the violent act.

  • The Texas Rangers are leading the investigation into the incident, which required a heavy police presence to manage the impact of the attack.
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Men fit for military service should return: Kiev no longer gives passports to Ukrainians abroad
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Men fit for military service should return: Kiev no longer gives passports ...
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Texas Republicans urge for full Senate impeachment trial: Two Texans are among 11 House impeachment managers initiating a trial of the Homeland Security ...
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Texas Republicans urge for full Senate impeachment trial
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Even immigration restrictionists stay away from GOP’s ‘invasion’ rhetoric: Republican use of the term “invasion” is putting party officials at odds with the ...
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Even immigration restrictionists stay away from GOP’s ‘invasion’ rhetoric
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UN demands investigation after mass graves found at Gaza hospitals raided by Israel
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UN demands investigation after mass graves found at Gaza hospitals raided ...
Quick Glance: UN Calls for Investigation into Mass Graves at Two Gaza Hospitals
  • The United Nations called for a thorough and transparent investigation into the mass graves at two major hospitals in Gaza that were searched by Israeli troops.

  • It was emphasized that investigators must have access to the sites, and a greater number of journalists should be able to work safely in Gaza to report on the facts.

  • Some of the bodies belonged to individuals killed during the hospital siege, while others were victims when Israeli forces raided the hospital.

  • The discovery of the graves highlights the urgency of a ceasefire, the end of the conflict, improved access for humanitarian aid, the protection of hospitals, and the release of Israeli hostages.
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US agrees to withdraw troops from Niger amid Sahel region’s pivot to Russia: The US built a base in the desert city of Agadez at the cost of $100m for manned and ...
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US agrees to withdraw troops from Niger amid Sahel region’s pivot to ...
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These 37 House Democrats and 21 Republicans voted against Israel aid: Despite bipartisan opposition, the Israel aid bill garnered a majority and will be taken up ...
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These 37 House Democrats and 21 Republicans voted against Israel aid
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U.S. Army Soldiers Charged With Violent Crimes to Face More Scrutiny Under New Regulation
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U.S. Army Soldiers Charged With Violent Crimes to Face More Scrutiny Under ...
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Texans in U.S. House split on Ukraine, Israel aid: Hardline conservatives opposed the bills without more legislation to harden the southern border ...
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Texans in U.S. House split on Ukraine, Israel aid
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Chinese researchers use low-cost Nvidia chip for hypersonic weapon —unrestricted Nvidia Jetson TX2i powers guidance system
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Chinese researchers use low-cost Nvidia chip for hypersonic weapon ...
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Texas School Districts Violated an Election Transparency Law: ProPublica and The Texas Tribune analyzed 35 Texas school districts that held trustee elections ...
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Texas School Districts Violated an Election Transparency Law
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'Moron!' Prince Harry blasted as he dons British military medals in new video: Prince Harry made a new appearance at an awards ceremony but royal fans were not ...
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'Moron!' Prince Harry blasted as he dons British military medals in new ...
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US agrees to withdraw troops from key drone base in Niger: The United States agreed Friday to withdraw its more than 1,000 troops from Niger, officials said ...
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US agrees to withdraw troops from key drone base in Niger
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This solar giant is moving manufacturing back to the US: Tariffs and IRA tax incentives are starting to reshape global supply chains—but vast challenges lie ...
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This solar giant is moving manufacturing back to the US
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Instead of Biden paying off student debt, let’s try this in higher education instead | Opinion
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Instead of Biden paying off student debt, let’s try this in higher ...
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US aid will boost Ukraine, but doubts remain over 2025 supplies: The Biden administration wants to start moving weapons and equipment into Ukraine within days of ...
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US aid will boost Ukraine, but doubts remain over 2025 supplies