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For 40 years, the US has abided by an international treaty against weapons in space. Until now
In September, Air Force Secretary Troy Meink confirmed that the U.S. has sent weapons to outer space, writes Joelle Renstrom. This violation of the 1967 U.N. Outer Space Treaty raises global concerns about orbital warfare, as well as security on Earth.
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Trump’s Capitulation to Putin Is Undermining U.S. National Security
The president’s admiration for the Russian dictator erodes American interests and values.
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What Happens When Your Robot Friend Goes Dark?
Character.AI’s bankruptcy filing reveals the peril of forming bonds with AI companions.
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Among Wave Elections, 1994 Stands Alone
Newt Gingrich’s Republican Revolution swept Capitol Hill, but it didn’t last.
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El-Sayed in face-off against rival Rogers for Michigan Senate seat
El-Sayed in face-off against rival Rogers for Michigan Senate seat
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At the Brattle, two nights of screenings inspired by a 1920s accused murderess
Podcast host Karina Longworth is taking over programming at the theater promoting the new season of her podcast "You Must Remember This" about torch singer Libby Holman. "Her story encompasses true crime, antisemitism, racial appropriation and, of course, fluid and messy…
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Great PA News Quiz: County passes parental leave rule, and a grocery store recovers from cyberattack
In this quiz: the party requesting fewer mail ballots, a former governor encourages trust in election officials, and the Sixers’ first game with LeBron James. If a blue “Take the News Quiz” button doesn’t appear above for you, click here instead. As always, let us know if you…
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Farm country has beef with Trump as midterms approach
President Trump's attempts to bring beef prices down has potentially backfired politically in several key states.
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Trump merchandise stores are closing: 'He has peaked'
At least four Trump merchandise stores have closed this year. Store owners say with Trump in his final term, there isn't as much to fire up his consumer fan base and sales have softened.
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Trump's redistricting gave Republicans a head start, now it goes to the voters
President Trump, seeking to reshape the voting map, prompted a rare wave of mid-decade redistricting that gave Republicans a boost for holding the House. But the voters will determine if it works.
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High health costs squeeze workers, even if you have good insurance through a job
About 157 million Americans get their health insurance through work. A survey of employers shows a moderate price uptick this year, but workers still say health costs are a top concern.
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Dan Osborn’s Unfrozen Caveman Politician Act
The independence of the Nebraska Senate candidate is mostly just shtick, and the shtick just might work.
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Senate Control May Come Down to Unique Alaskan Ranked-Choice Election Rules
Alaska's ranked-choice voting could decide Senate control, as experts clash over its impact.
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The Texas Libertarian Who Could Hold the Key to a Talarico Victory
Libertarian Ted Brown may be the deciding factor in the race between James Talarico and Ken Paxton.
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Celebrity Ads Keep Making People Angry. Is That the Point?
Sydney Sweeney, Olivia Jade Giannulli and Karina are among recent celebrities caught up in advertising controversies.
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Why Are Muslim Candidates Still Being Treated As Suspects? | Opinion
"Running for office should invite scrutiny of a candidate’s fitness to govern—not a trial over whether they belong in America."
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Death Row Pastor Issues Firing Squad Warning: ‘Stand Down America’
The Reverend Jeff Hood told Newsweek that proponents of firing squads are perpetuating what he calls the "lie of the clean kill."
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I'm the Filling in a Three-Generation Sandwich, and the Pressure Is Real
Three generations. Three perspectives. One house. And sometimes, three opinions about who's in charge.
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In Praise of the School Uniform
School uniforms could save American families from morning misery, marital warfare and the tyranny of elementary school fashion.
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Are Fraternities the Last Refuge of American Men?
The Cornell case has renewed calls to shut down frats. But men still need places to go.
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Trump Asked Google To Rename Atlantic Ocean ‘Trump Ocean’
Trump claims Google rejected his suggestion to rename the Atlantic or Pacific Ocean, citing international naming concerns.
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Backlash from attack ad upends Ohio gubernatorial race
An ad from Republican Vivek Ramaswamy's {vih-vaik rah-mah-SWOM-eez} campaign for governor shows his opponent's mother calling her a liar, amid accounts by Democrat Amy Acton of an abusive childhood.
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Political communications expert discusses Vivek Ramaswamy's controversial ad
NPR's Steve Inskeep speaks with political communications expert Jacob Neiheisel from the University of Buffalo about Vivek Ramaswamy's controversial ad.
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Protesters disrupt Donald Trump's South Carolina rally – video
The US president rallied in Clemson, South Carolina, for Republican senator Darline Graham on 21 October. Tension marked the event as several demonstrators were removed and in at least two instances Trump supporters allegedly physically attacked them. Demonstrations have…
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New Mexico lawsuit accuses Epstein associates of hiding sex trafficking at his ranch
New Mexico has filed a civil lawsuit against Jeffrey Epstein's accountant and lawyer, accusing them of concealing sex trafficking at his ranch.
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Mississippi Senate race is drawing attention from high-profile Democrats
A U.S. Senate race in the Republican stronghold of Mississippi is getting rare attention from prominent Democrats.
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Clergy in swing states are training to help maintain order on Election Day
In swing states around the country, clergy from all faiths are training to become election day "poll chaplains." They will be stationed 100 feet from some voting sites to help voters and lower the temperature, in an election year in which elected officials are facing high…
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Kara Swisher on Elon Musk: 'He's unelected, unaccountable, enormously wealthy'
As Elon Musk considers merging Tesla and SpaceX, tech journalist Kara Swisher examines his business strategy, growing political influence and power over the war in Ukraine.
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North Korea to resume propaganda broadcasts, South Korea urges dialogue
Pyongyang plans to resume broadcasting anti-South Korea propaganda along the armed border.
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FBI Issues Advice As Security Issue Hits Global Websites
FBI and NSA urge organizations to patch two PHP flaws that could put data and networks at risk.
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