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The Washington Post

Congress launches probe of youth sports giant AAU

A powerful House committee demanded answers from the Amateur Athletic Union after a ProPublica and Washington Post investigation found it has failed to protect kids from sexual abuse. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2026/10/08/congress-launches-probe-youth-sports-giant-aau/ Author : Molly Hensley-Clancy Publish date : 2026-10-08 18:15:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Mamdani demands Trump release illegal immigrant shot by ICE agent as protests erupt in the Bronx

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani demanded that President Donald Trump end all ICE enforcement in the state after a federal agent shot an illegal immigrant in the Bronx on Thursday, sparking protests and confrontations with law enforcement.At a news conference late Thursday night, Mamdani condemned the shooting and said he spoke with Trump for about two hours following the incident.Mamdani said he urged Trump to have the man released – an effort that was unsuccessful – and said New York City wants ICE agents out."All they do is terrorize this city," the mayor said of U.S. Immigration and Customs
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The New York Times

China Expands Its Military Reach by Building a Base in Laos

The new runway in Ban Keun is currently used by only small jets. Neighboring nations are watching warily to see if Beijing expands it for larger aircraft. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/08/world/asia/china-military-base-laos.html Author : Chris Buckley and Josh Holder Publish date : 2026-10-09 02:06:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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The Washington Post

The 44 best things to do in D.C. this weekend and next week

Seasonal festivals with pumpkins, music and witchy fun are front and center, alongside D.C.’s biggest beer fest and a celebration of pickles. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2026/10/08/43-best-things-do-dc-this-weekend-next-week/ Author : Fritz Hahn, Jade Tran, Adele Chapin, Mark Jenkins, Stephanie Williams Publish date : 2026-10-08 13:30:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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2 foreign nationals breach UK base housing key US, NATO intel hub amid $556M expansion

Two Latvian nationals legally living in the United Kingdom were arrested under Section 4 of Britain's National Security Act of 2023 on Thursday after breaching a perimeter fence at RAF Molesworth, a sensitive British military base housing critical U.S. and NATO intelligence operations, Reuters reported.The arrests triggered a major counterterrorism investigation into the security breach at the strategic installation, which serves as a central intelligence hub supporting American military commanders across Europe and Africa.The base is also undergoing a $556.5 million expansion centered on the Joint Intelligence Analysis Complex (JIAC), a facility designed to consolidate 20 intelligence facilities and accommodate
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The New York Times

Fort Hood Shooter’s Execution Will be Public and Streamed Live, Pentagon Says

If carried out, the public execution of Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan by firing squad set for Dec. 3 would be the first in modern U.S. history. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/08/us/politics/fort-hood-execution-streamed-public.html Author : Chris Cameron Publish date : 2026-10-08 23:44:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Pentagon confirms Fort Hood terrorist’s firing squad execution will be livestreamed: ‘Details will follow’

The Pentagon confirmed to Fox News Digital on Thursday that the firing squad execution of convicted Fort Hood terrorist Nidal Malik Hasan will be livestreamed, allowing the public to witness the military's first execution in more than six decades."It will be livestreamed. Details will follow," a War Department official told Fox News Digital.The execution is scheduled for Dec. 3 at Fort Hood, Texas.FORT HOOD SURVIVOR SHOT IN HEAD VOWS TO WATCH TERRORIST FACE HISTORIC FIRING SQUADHasan, a former Army major, killed 13 people and wounded 32 others when he opened fire on unarmed soldiers and civilians after shouting "Allahu Akbar"
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The New York Times

U.N. Warns Against Technology Used to Read Citizens’ Minds

A report by the secretary-general warned that new technologies could be used to access and criminalize people’s innermost thoughts. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/08/world/europe/united-nations-technology-warning.html Author : Jonathan Moens Publish date : 2026-10-08 20:27:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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The Washington Post

Ex-Trump officials find new jobs in Venezuela’s lucrative oil industry

Companies and investors are eager to hire those with recent access to the White House and knowledge of the administration’s Venezuela policy or contacts. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2026/10/08/ex-trump-officials-seek-jobs-venezuelan-oil-sector-now-under-us-control/ Author : Samantha Schmidt, Anthony Faiola, Karen DeYoung Publish date : 2026-10-08 09:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Fort Hood survivor shot in head vows to watch terrorist face historic firing squad

More than 15 years after surviving several gunshot wounds during a terrorist attack at Fort Hood, retired Staff Sgt. Alonzo Lunsford is preparing to watch the man who shot him be executed.Speaking on "America’s Newsroom," Lunsford explained why he wants to attend the execution, which President Donald Trump recently approved to be carried out by firing squad."You live by the sword, you die by the sword," Lunsford said. "And the way that he went about doing his deed was a coward's way because we didn't have any way to defend ourselves that day."TEXAS EXECUTES JAMAAL HOWARD DESPITE CONCERNS OVER LETHAL
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The New York Times

How a U.S. Diplomat Suppressed and Altered Reports Critical of Israel

A top aide to Ambassador Mike Huckabee skewed information to portray the Netanyahu government in a favorable light, according to multiple officials and documents obtained by The Times. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/08/world/middleeast/israel-embassy-milstein-huckabee.html Author : Natan Odenheimer and Adam Rasgon Publish date : 2026-10-08 17:29:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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The Washington Post

Trump officials block Microsoft’s access to program for employee green cards

Vice President JD Vance announced the suspension, saying it would affect H-1B visas and aims to protect U.S. workers. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/immigration/2026/10/08/trump-officials-block-microsofts-access-program-employee-green-cards/ Author : Ted Hesson, Lauren Kaori Gurley Publish date : 2026-10-08 17:29:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Nicolas Maduro and wife Cilia Flores face new charge of conspiracy to torture Americans

The United States District Court for the Southern District of New York charged former Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro and his wife Cilia Flores with conspiracy to commit torture to Americans and others, according to a superseding indictment filed Thursday.Maduro's government, according to the indictment, "presided over a system of repression that relied on violence against political opposition, arbitrary detention, and the torture of detainees, including United States citizens."The torture included "electric shock, asphyxiation, rape, forced nudity, prolonged isolation, starvation, punishment cells, and psychological torture, such as threats to harm and kill victims' families, including children," the indictment read.The charge carries
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The New York Times

In Trump’s Russian Oil Deal, Middle East Funds Are the Biggest Owners

A majority of ownership in a proposed multibillion-dollar deal would go to a group of Middle Eastern investors, including some with business ties to U.S. negotiators. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/08/world/europe/trump-russia-oil-deal-lukoil-middle-east-investors.html Author : Anton Troianovski and Eric Lipton Publish date : 2026-10-08 15:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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The Washington Post

Search warrants against Prince Andrew were unlawful, court finds

British police acknowledged applying for the warrants under the wrong statutory provision, the judge said while stipulating that the misconduct investigation against the king's brother could continue. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2026/10/08/prince-andrew-search-warrants-were-unlawful-court-finds/ Author : Steve Hendrix Publish date : 2026-10-08 15:02:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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October Prime Day is over, but these 16 FOX reader-favorite deals are still live

Amazon's October Prime Day may be over, but some of our readers' favorite deals are still live. Save up to 54% on popular picks, including Apple's AirPods Pro 3 for $70 off, a lightweight Shark cordless stick vacuum down to $180 from $300 and a Michael Kors crossbody bag for $80. Shop these lingering Prime Day markdowns while they're still available.Best overall deal: iRobot Roomba 415X robot vacuum: ($399, was $800) — Lowest price everBest home deal: Shark cordless pet stick vacuum ($180, was $300) — 40% offBest tech deal: Hisense 65-inch U7 Mini-LED TV ($828, was $1,500) — Save
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The Washington Post

Obama endorses Troy Jackson in Maine Senate race

The former president told voters he is “proud to be on board” the Democrats’ campaign to oust Republican Sen. Susan Collins. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/10/08/obama-endorses-troy-jackson-maine-senate-race/ Author : Dan Merica Publish date : 2026-10-08 11:00:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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MLW star Donovan Dijak hopes to tag with former partner who left for WWE after lengthy title reign

Donovan Dijak and Bishop Dyer had a lengthy reign as Major League Wrestling (MLW) tag team champions, sharing it with Josh Bishop as well under the Freebird Rule which allowed any members of the trio to hold and defend the belts.The group, collectively known as The Skyscrapers, had the titles for 317 days. As Dyer left MLW for WWE, Dijak and Bishop held the titles until losing the belts on a summer episode of "Fusion" to The Good Brothers.CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK PRO WRESTLING COVERAGEWith Dyer now in WWE and a former WWE United States champion almost immediately upon
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The New York Times

Hacker Used Chinese-Developed A.I. Tool to Target South Korean Banks, CrowdStrike Says

The cybersecurity firm said the attacker was likely a Chinese speaker and financially motivated, but did not attribute the attacks to a named individual or group. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/08/world/australia/south-korea-bank-hack-china-us-ai.html Author : Laura Chung and Pei-Lin Wu Publish date : 2026-10-08 09:53:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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Jordan emerges as potential next GOP leader if Dems seize House

One of President Donald Trump’s most prominent allies in Congress could soon become his highest-ranking defender against a barrage of Democrat-led investigations and impeachment threats.Several House Republicans told Fox News Digital they expect the chamber will slide out of their control come November — and with it, a major shakeup in their top leadership ranks."I don’t see a scenario where everyone gets to keep their job," one House GOP lawmaker bluntly told Fox News Digital. "I think would be first out, and then has got to decide if he’s going to run for leader and, can he beat ?"Jordan’s name
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The New York Times

Jimmy Kimmel Pans Trump’s Plan for a New Presidential Retreat

“What is with all these projects? Not one of them is finished,” Kimmel said in response to the possibility of a Camp David-style retreat in Florida. Source link : https://www.nytimes.com/2026/10/08/arts/television/kimmel-trump-presidential-retreat.html Author : Trish Bendix Publish date : 2026-10-08 06:39:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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The Washington Post

Maryland college student is found after extensive, multiday search

Dilan Shaan Ashar was found after his family released an emotional plea to the public saying he had left without his phone, wallet and identification. Source link : https://www.washingtonpost.com/dc-md-va/2026/10/07/maryland-college-student-still-missing-after-extensive-multiday-search/ Author : Angie Orellana Hernandez, Ben Conarck Publish date : 2026-10-08 01:57:00 Copyright for syndicated content belongs to the linked Source.
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