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UPCOMING

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RUSSIA UKRAINE WAR

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NEW AND DEVELOPING

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UNITED STATES

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US--OBIT-KENTUCKY GOVERNOR COLLINS

Former Kentucky Gov. Martha Layne Collins has died at 88

SUMMARY: Martha Layne Collins, the first and only woman elected governor of Kentucky, has died. She was 88. Her most visible legacy is a sprawling Toyota auto assembly plant — arguably the biggest industrial plum of its day and the linchpin of the Democrat’s economic-development strategy. A former teacher, Collins served as governor from 1983 to 1987, at a time when Kentucky governors were limited to single terms, and was interviewed by Democratic presidential nominee Walter F. Mondale as a potential running mate. Years after she left office, her husband was convicted in 1993 for extorting money from underwriters who handled state bond issues.

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WASHINGTON/POLITICS

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US--ELECTION 2025-GOVERNORS

Obama rallies Virginia and New Jersey in weekend campaign push before Election Day

SUMMARY: Former President Barack Obama is urging voters to use Tuesday’s elections in Virginia and New Jersey to rebuke President Donald Trump and candidates loyal to him. Governor’s races in those states may signal the national mood 10 months into Donald Trump’s second presidency. Republicans also are campaigning Saturday, but without national star power. On the west coast, California advocates are making a final push for a statewide referendum to redraw the state’s congressional map in Democrats’ favor. This effort is part of a national redistricting battle.

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US--GOVERNMENT-SHUTDOWN

Uncertainty over federal food aid deepens as the shutdown fight reaches a crisis point

SUMMARY: The twin crises at the heart of the government shutdown fight in Washington are coming to a head. The federal food assistance program is facing delays and uncertainty. Meanwhile, millions of Americans are set to see a dramatic rise in health insurance bills. The Trump administration’s plans to freeze payments to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program have been halted by federal judges. But a delay in payouts will still likely leave millions of people short on their grocery bills. The shutdown is the second longest in history and entered its second month on Saturday, yet there’s little urgency in Washington to end it.

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US--TRUMP-PEACE

With bombs and bravado, Trump puts his own stamp on Reagan’s ‘peace through strength’ mantle

SUMMARY: It wasn’t so long ago that President Donald Trump spoke of building a legacy as a peacemaker. In his inaugural address, he said he would in part measure his success by “the wars that we end — and perhaps most importantly, the wars we never get into.” But nine months into his second term, Trump is beating a curious path to executing his “peace through strength” foreign policy agenda. That’s a phrase he borrowed from Ronald Reagan, who saw building a strong military and economy as the bedrock to Soviet deterrence. Trump’s update on the Cold War doctrine includes sharper threats, bombings and no shortage of bravado.

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INTERNATIONAL

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AF--NIGERIA-CHRISTIANS

Trump threatens Nigeria with potential military action, escalates claim of Christian persecution

SUMMARY: U.S. President Donald Trump says he’s ordered the Pentagon to begin planning for potential military action in Nigeria. The warning posted Saturday on social media was an escalation of his criticism that the government is failing to rein in the persecution of Christians in the West African country. The threat came after President Bola Ahmed Tinubu pushed back against Trump’s designation of Nigeria as a “country of particular concern” for alleged persecution of Christians. On Saturday, Tinubu stated that Nigeria values religious freedom and opposes persecution. Trump, in a social media post on Friday, claimed Christianity faces an existential threat in Nigeria due to radical Islamists.

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ML--MIDEAST-WARS

Israel says the latest remains returned from Gaza by Hamas are not of hostages

SUMMARY: Israel says the remains of three people Hamas handed over to the Red Cross do not belong to any hostages. It’s the latest setback to the U.S.-brokered ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war. It was unclear Saturday who the remains belonged to. Health officials in Gaza have struggled to identify bodies without access to DNA kits. Since the ceasefire took effect on Oct. 10, Palestinian militants have released the remains of 17 hostages. Eleven remain in Gaza. Militants have released one or two bodies every few days. Israel has urged faster progress. Hamas has said Gaza’s devastation complicates the work.

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AF--TANZANIA-ELECTION

Tanzania’s President Hassan wins disputed election with more than 97% of vote

SUMMARY: Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan has won a disputed election with over 97% of the vote, according to official results announced on Saturday. Her main opponents were prevented from running, leaving her virtually unopposed. Critics and opposition groups have raised concerns about the election’s fairness. Protests erupted across Tanzania, leading to violence and a military response. The government postponed the reopening of universities due to unrest. The United Nations and foreign ministers from the U.K., Canada, and Norway have expressed concern over the situation. Hassan’s victory extends the ruling party’s long-standing grip on power.

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ML--LEBANON-SYRIA

US envoy calls Lebanon a ‘failed state’ as Syria expected to join anti-IS coalition

SUMMARY: The U.S.’s special envoy for Syria has called Lebanon “a failed state,” highlighting frustration with Beirut’s “paralyzed government.” Speaking at a summit in Bahrain, Thomas Barrack praised developments in Syria following Bashar Assad’s downfall. He confirmed Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa is expected to visit Washington on Nov. 10. Barrack said Syria is expected to join the U.S.-led anti–Islamic State coalition, calling it “remarkable.” He criticized Lebanon for not aligning with Middle East realignments, noting Hezbollah’s influence. Barrack added the U.S. would support Israel if it becomes more aggressive toward Lebanon.

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ML--EGYPT-ANTIQUITIES

With pharaoh-fanfare, Egypt unveils a huge new museum dedicated to its ancient civilization

SUMMARY: Egypt has inaugurated the Grand Egyptian Museum, the world’s largest museum dedicated to a single ancient civilization and an effort aimed at boosting the country’s tourism industry and troubled economy. Located near the Giza Pyramids on the edge of the Egyptian capital, it showcases over 50,000 artifacts, including the complete collection of King Tutankhamun’s treasures. The museum, a project championed by President Abdel Fattah el-Sissi, has faced delays since construction began in 2005. The government has improved infrastructure around the site, including roads and a new metro station. Officials hope the museum will attract more tourists, helping to stabilize Egypt’s economy.

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EU--FRANCE-LOUVRE

Two new suspects handed preliminary charges in Louvre jewels heist case, Paris prosecutor says

SUMMARY: The Paris prosecutor says two new suspects have been handed preliminary charges for their alleged involvement in the crown jewels heist at the Louvre museum. Laure Beccuau, the prosecutor, said in a statement Saturday that a 37-year-old suspect was charged with theft by an organized gang and criminal conspiracy. The other, a 38-year-old woman, is accused of being an accomplice. They were both incarcerated. They both denied involvement, the prosecutor said. Officials said the jewels have not been recovered.

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EU--RUSSIA-UKRAINE-WAR

Ukraine says it hit a key fuel pipeline near Moscow that supplies Russian forces

SUMMARY: Ukrainian forces have hit a crucial fuel pipeline in the Moscow region that supplies the Russian army, according to Ukraine’s military intelligence. The operation, carried out late Friday, targeted the Koltsevoy pipeline, which provides gasoline, diesel, and jet fuel to the Russian military. Meanwhile, Russia’s Defense Ministry claims its forces have defeated Ukrainian special forces in the eastern city of Pokrovsk. Conflicting reports from both sides highlight ongoing battles in the region. Additionally, Russian strikes have killed a civilian and injured others in Ukraine’s Mykolaiv region, as Moscow continues its attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure.

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RELIGION

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REL-DAY OF THE DEAD-US IMMIGRANTS

Joyful Day of the Dead commemorations rally US Latino communities despite immigration raid fears

SUMMARY: Day of the Dead commemorations in early November are a crucial religious, family and community celebration for most Mexicans and many other Latin Americans. This year in the United States, they are taking on a special significance because of the increase in immigration enforcement raids and other actions targeting Latino communities. Some organizers had worried that fear of deportation would cast a pall on public celebrations. But participants turned out in droves in cities big and small, saying the rituals brought a much-needed sense of resilience and community pride.

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ENTERTAINMENT

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ENT--HALLOWEEN-HEIDI KLUM-JANELLE MONAE

Heidi Klum reveals her much-anticipated 2025 Halloween costume

SUMMARY: Heidi Klum has revealed her latest Halloween costume, donning green scales and squirming snakes to transform herself into Medusa. Klum says she loves the Greek myth in which a goddess turns a beautiful woman into a monster with serpents for hair, the sight of which turns living things around her to stone. Klum said she spent 10 hours getting into costume for her annual Halloween party. Klum’s husband dressed as a man turned to stone. The supermodel-turned-TV personality went viral in 2022 when she arrived at her party on the end of a fishing line, encased in a slithering worm costume.

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SPORTS

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BBO--WORLD SERIES-OHTANI

Shohei Ohtani to start World Series Game 7 for Dodgers against Blue Jays and Max Scherzer

SUMMARY: Shohei Ohtani will start Game 7 of the World Series for the Los Angeles Dodgers against the Toronto Blue Jays, showcasing the two-way star on the mound in the sport’s biggest game. Starting Ohtani makes more sense for the Dodgers than using him in relief. Under a rule adopted for the 2022 season, pitchers who start games in the batting order can remain in the game as a designated hitter after leaving the mound. If Ohtani would start the game only as a DH and then would take the mound, the Dodgers would lose their DH and pitchers would have to bat in that slot if Ohtani was relieved.

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