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Counterterrorism expert warns Abdul El-Sayed Senate bid raises homeland security concerns
A counterterrorism expert told a US Senate Judiciary subcommittee that Michigan Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed’s candidacy raised homeland security concerns. The testimony focused on alleged family links to Muslim Brotherhood-associated groups and reported connections to a Midwest voter-engagement organisation said to be tied to the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR). The article describes the…
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Marlins outfielders collide, knock fly ball over wall to give Braves star a home run in brutal mishap
Miami Marlins outfielders collided while attempting to catch a fly ball and inadvertently knocked it over the wall, turning a potential out into a home run for an Atlanta Braves player. The mistake was a costly defensive mishap, as it directly awarded Atlanta a run and illustrated how miscommunication can alter a baseball game. The…
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Colombia’s new president vows to remake the country — and challenge its fragile peace
Colombia’s new president, Abelardo de la Espriella, has taken office promising a sharp break with the left-wing government of Gustavo Petro. His plans to reduce the state, promote private investment and use force against armed groups could reshape national policy, but also risk weakening an already fragile peace process in areas still affected by violence.…
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Mexico and Peru restore diplomatic relations after asylum row
Mexico and Peru have restored diplomatic relations after a nine-month dispute over Mexico granting asylum to former Peruvian prime minister Betssy Chávez. The move signals a thaw following a change of leadership in Peru and reopens formal co-operation between two countries that cited their historic friendship and commitment to international law. Chávez sought asylum at…
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Appeals court halts Trump’s White House ballroom construction
An appeals court reportedly ordered Donald Trump to halt construction of a large ballroom at the White House. The ruling interrupts a high-profile proposed alteration to a historic government building and may deepen legal and political disputes surrounding the project. The material provided gives no details about the court’s reasoning, the parties involved, the project’s…
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With no definite end in sight on Iran, the president has to either fish or cut bait
The article text was unavailable because access to the page was denied, so its arguments and supporting evidence cannot be summarised reliably. From the title alone, it appears to discuss pressure on the president to clarify the United States’ approach to Iran amid an apparently open-ended conflict. The title suggests the piece links uncertainty over…
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Watch live: Senate looks to power through major priorities before August recess
The article text was unavailable because access to the page was denied, so its specific reporting cannot be independently summarised. Based on the title, it concerns the US Senate attempting to complete major legislative and confirmation business before the August recess. The title indicates the agenda may include Republican budget measures, college-sports policy, nominations and…
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Michigan lifts lettuce warnings as cyclosporiasis cases fall
Michigan health officials have lifted their warning against bagged lettuce and pre-packaged salad mixes after reported cyclosporiasis cases began to decline. The move signals that the immediate risk appears to have eased, although the wider investigation into the parasite outbreak and its food sources continues. The outbreak was linked in part to shredded iceberg lettuce…
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Kemi Badenoch warned against inflaming Thetford unrest with threat to evict foreign nationals from social homes
Kemi Badenoch has been warned that her proposal to evict some foreign nationals from social housing could worsen tensions in Thetford, where anti-migrant disorder has continued for three nights. The warning follows incidents in which protesters allegedly targeted homes believed to house asylum seekers, forcing police to move residents to safety. The Conservative plan would…