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Furloughed Federal Workers Face Delays Getting Unemployment Pay During Shutdown

For more than two weeks now during the government shutdown, Imelda Avila-Thomas has been trying in vain to get approved for unemployment compensation to help cover essentials such as food and mortgage payments for her family while she’s on unpaid furlough from her federal government job. She kept asking questions and was ultimately sent a […]

Obama Rallies Virginia and New Jersey in Weekend Campaign Push Before Election Day

Former President Barack Obama is encouraging voters to elect Democrats as governor in Virginia and New Jersey in elections this Tuesday that could signal the national mood 10 months into Donald Trump’s second presidency and a year ahead of midterm elections that could reshape it. Obama’s Saturday appearances for Abigail Spanberger and Mikie Sherrill contrast […]

Uncertainty Over Federal Food Aid Deepens as the Shutdown Fight Reaches a Crisis Point

The crises at the heart of the government shutdown fight in Washington were coming to a head Saturday as the federal food assistance program faced delays and millions of Americans were set to see a dramatic rise in their health insurance bills. The impacts on basic needs — food and medical care — underscored how […]

Two New Suspects Handed Preliminary Charges in Louvre Jewels Heist Case, Paris Prosecutor Says

The Paris prosecutor said Saturday two new suspects were handed preliminary charges for their alleged involvement in the crown jewels heist at the Louvre museum, three days after they were arrested by police as part of the sweeping investigation. Laure Beccuau, the prosecutor, said a 37-year-old suspect was charged with theft by an organized gang […]

FALL BACK TONIGHT: Daylight Saving Time Ends Sunday 2 A.M.

FALL BACK TONIGHT: Daylight saving time comes to an end on Sunday, Nov. 2, at 2 a.m., when the time goes back to 1 a.m. People will gain an hour as clocks fall back on Sunday. For most Americans, that means an extra hour of sleep. Many digital clocks will automatically reset overnight, but remember […]

US Drone Captures Hamas Looting Aid Truck in Gaza

US Drone Observes Aid Truck Looted by Hamas in Gaza On Oct. 31, the U.S.-led Civil-Military Coordination Center (CMCC) observed suspected Hamas operatives looting an aid truck traveling as part of a humanitarian convoy delivering needed assistance from international partners to Gazans in northern Khan Younis. The coordination center was alerted through video surveillance from […]

Erika Kirk Slams Defense Bid to Block Cameras in Charlie Kirk Murder Trial

NEW: Erika Kirk reacts to the defense’s attempt to block cameras from the trial of the man accused of killing Charlie Kirk. “Why not be transparent? There’s nothing to hide. I know there’s not, because I’ve seen what the case is built on.” “Let everyone see what true evil is.”

IDF Destroys Hamas Tunnel Network, Finds 15-Barrel Rocket Launcher in Rafah

Since the Gaza ceasefire began earlier this month, the IDF says troops in Rafah have been demolishing a large Hamas tunnel network and discovered a multiple rocket launcher with 15 barrels and other military equipment. The Nahal Brigade, operating under the Gaza Division, has been stationed on the eastern side of the “Yellow Line” marking […]

Israeli Drone Strike in Southern Lebanon Kills 4, Wounds 3

Lebanese media report that an Israeli drone strike on a car in Kfar Roummane, southern Lebanon, killed four people and wounded three others. Israeli defense sources said the target was a member of Hezbollah’s elite Radwan Force.

Two Vaccinated Doctors Catch Measles at Tel Aviv Hospital

Two doctors at Ichilov Hospital in Tel Aviv contracted measles after treating an unvaccinated child with the disease. According to a statement released by the Health Ministry on Motzei Shabbos, the doctors are currently in isolation. Both doctors were vaccinated and developed only a mild form of the disease.

Federal Judge Orders SNAP Benefits Continue Despite Shutdown

Trump administration must pay SNAP benefits despite government shutdown, judge rules • A federal judge in Rhode Island blocked the Trump administration from ceasing to pay SNAP benefits during the government shutdown. • The ruling came a day before the administration was set to cut off those food stamp benefits from 42 million Americans. • […]

Ukraine Says It Hit a Key Fuel Pipeline Near Moscow That Supplies Russian Forces

Ukrainian forces hit an important fuel pipeline in the Moscow region that supplies the Russian army, Ukraine’s military intelligence said Saturday, as Russia kept up a sustained campaign of massive drone and missile attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure. The operation was carried out late Friday, according to a statement on the Telegram messaging channel. The […]

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