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PoliticsAbdul Aziz Kawam sentenced to 16 years for bus attack
Abdul Aziz Kawam has been sentenced to 16 years and 8 months in prison for a 2023 terrorist attack on a bus in Surrey, B.C. Prosecutors stated the attack was intended to advance the objectives of the Islamic State.
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Politics · United StatesVoters blame Trump tariffs for rising costs in midterms
Voters are taking concerns about affordability to the polls in the midterm elections. Some are specifically blaming former President Donald Trump's tariffs for increased expenses, according to reports.
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PoliticsGovernment intervention in labour disputes divides employers and unions
Employers and unions hold differing views on the extent of the federal government's powers to intervene in labour disputes, according to a government report. The findings highlight a division on how much authority Ottawa should wield in workplace conflicts.
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Politics · United StatesAOC calls early progressive rhetoric 'crazy' in interview on Wisconsin candidate
US Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez said on ABC’s “This Week” that the first wave of progressive rhetoric, which she labelled “Woke 1”, was “crazy”. She made the remark while discussing Wisconsin gubernatorial candidate Francesca Hong, who has faced criticism for past social media posts calling to abolish prisons and cancel Thanksgiving.
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Politics · United StatesWashington DC power outage hits Foggy Bottom before elections
A power outage affected over 1,100 Pepco customers in Washington D.C.'s Foggy Bottom and downtown areas on November 2. The disruption was attributed to a substation failure and occurred the day before the US midterm elections, leading to class cancellations at George Washington University.
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Politics · United StatesAppeals court blocks order to reopen Diversity Visa lottery
The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has blocked a lower court's order that would have compelled the State Department to open the 2027 Diversity Visa lottery. The court ruled the law firm suing the government did not have standing.
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Politics · United StatesHouse Democrats Outline 100-Day Agenda If Midterm Majority Won
House Democrats are preparing a 100-day agenda focused on making life more affordable and investigating the Trump administration, should they win a majority in the midterm elections. Key proposals include reinstating ACA tax breaks and reversing Medicaid cuts.
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Politics · United StatesTrump tells rally crowd 'I say the dumbest things and you clap'
Donald Trump told a rally crowd in Clarksville, Tennessee, that he could say the stupidest things and they would clap. The remark was made on Saturday, 10 October 2026, ahead of the US midterm elections.
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Politics · United StatesUS Labor Department Suspends Cognizant PERM Filings Over Visa Fraud Probe
The US Department of Labor has suspended Cognizant's PERM green card filings amid an investigation into alleged visa fraud. Cloudera also faces a suspension of its filings. The probe intensifies scrutiny of employment-based immigration programs.
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Putin says Russia exploring Arctic cooperation with US
President Vladimir Putin announced Russia is exploring the possibility of cooperation with the United States in the Arctic. The statement was made at the Forum of Gas Exporting Countries summit in Moscow, though details on specific projects remain unspecified.
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Politics · United StatesState Department Revoked Over 250,000 Visas Under Trump
The State Department revoked more than 250,000 visas during Donald Trump's presidency. Violations included criminal conduct, fraud, and national security threats. The move is part of a broader crackdown on unlawful immigration.
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PoliticsBill C-39 seeks to give Canada labour minister explicit authority under Section 107
Bill C-39 proposes amending Section 107 of the Canada Labour Code to grant the labour minister explicit authority. Labour experts say the Liberal government is testing the limits of its power to intervene in collective bargaining, and the bill will test Ottawa's ability to quash strikes.
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Politics · United StatesDemocrat Krista Perez arrested for DUI after multi-vehicle crash
Washington state House candidate Krista Perez was arrested for driving under the influence after allegedly causing a multi-vehicle collision. Police video shows her admitting to drinking wine and praying and crying in a patrol car after her arrest. She has pleaded not guilty to the charges.
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Politics · United StatesTom Homan: Ilhan Omar probe is 'ongoing criminal investigation'
Border Czar Tom Homan has confirmed that the federal inquiry into Representative Ilhan Omar is an ongoing criminal investigation. He stated that fraud or material misrepresentation during the citizenship process could lead to denaturalization.
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Politics · United StatesDHS Secretary Claims Ilhan Omar Married Brother for Immigration
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin has publicly stated that Congresswoman Ilhan Omar married her brother to facilitate his immigration to the United States. Mullin indicated that an ongoing investigation could result in Omar's deportation if illegal activity is uncovered.
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Politics · United StatesGAO says Trump cannot withhold $800 million in congressionally approved spending
The Government Accountability Office has stated that President Donald Trump cannot withhold more than $800 million in spending approved by Congress beyond the fiscal year's end. The agency's general counsel wrote that the administration's plan violates the Impoundment Control Act and subverts Congress's power of the purse.
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PoliticsLarry Klayman sues Hasan Piker over alleged antisemitism
Judicial Watch founder Larry Klayman has filed a lawsuit against streamer Hasan Piker, alleging antisemitism and incitement of violence. Klayman seeks over $150 million in damages and an injunction, citing Piker's alleged statements about Hamas and Jews.
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Politics · United StatesModern Times Cafe to close after offering free meals
Modern Times Cafe in Minneapolis plans to close at the end of the year. The establishment began offering free meals in January following a shooting incident and has since served over 30,000 meals.
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Politics · United StatesSusie Wiles announces cancer-free status after treatment
Susie Wiles, chief of staff to Donald Trump, announced on September 16, 2026, that she is cancer-free following six months of treatment for early-stage breast cancer. She detailed her experience in an essay published on September 27, 2026.
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Politics · United StatesTrump dismissed White House ballroom safety concerns, report says
President Donald Trump allegedly dismissed concerns about fire and safety codes for a White House ballroom project, with the architect reportedly quitting after repeated warnings about inadequate emergency exits and fire containment measures.
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