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In ‘largest’ investment in Pa. history, Amazon to spend $20B on data centers

The United States has enacted a new travel ban affecting nationals from 12 countries, including Afghanistan, Iran, and Libya, following a Trump administration executive order. The ban, which took immediate effect, aims to address national security and terrorism concerns.

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 In ‘largest’ investment in Pa. history, Amazon to spend $20B on data centers
Glendale terminates ‘divisive’ detainee holding contract with ICE

Glendale officials have terminated the city’s contract with ICE to house immigration detainees, citing the public’s ‘divisive’ perception of the agreement. The decision, announced on Sunday night, reflects careful consideration of local concerns.

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 Glendale terminates ‘divisive’ detainee holding contract with ICE
CALIF. RETURNS ANCESTRAL

Once barred from his ancestral fishing grounds, Barry McCovey Jr. can now freely cast his line into Blue Creek’s cherished waters. California’s return of these lands marks a significant step toward restoring cultural heritage along the Klamath River.

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 CALIF. RETURNS ANCESTRAL
Israeli forces prevent aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg and other activists from reaching Gaza

Israeli forces intercepted a Gaza-bound aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg and other activists early today, diverting it to Israel. The interception enforces a longstanding blockade of the Palestinian territory, tightened amid the ongoing war with Hamas.

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 Israeli forces prevent aid boat carrying Greta Thunberg and other activists from reaching Gaza
Trade, inflation fears will grab limelight

This week, pivotal reports on consumer and business confidence, along with crucial inflation data, are set to shape economic outlooks as trade talks unfold in London. The outcomes may significantly influence markets and the broader economy.

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 Trade, inflation fears will grab limelight
Feds vow to continue immigration enforcement ‘every day in L.A.’ Here are your rights

As immigration raids intensify across Southern California, Los Angeles residents grapple with daily enforcement actions by federal agents. Understanding one’s rights has never been more crucial amid these ongoing operations.

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National Guard arrives in Los Angeles as ICE protests continue

Los Angeles witnesses the arrival of 300 National Guard members as protests against federal immigration raids by ICE continue, marking a significant moment in the city’s ongoing events.

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 National Guard arrives in Los Angeles as ICE protests continue
National Guard troops arrive in Los Angeles after days of immigration protests

In a significant escalation of the ongoing immigration protests, National Guard troops have arrived in downtown Los Angeles following an order by President Trump. The deployment comes after days of unrest sparked by ICE raids.

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 National Guard troops arrive in Los Angeles after days of immigration protests
Israel Will Block Greta Thunberg’s Boat From Reaching Gaza: IDF Chief

Israel has declared its intent to prevent a boat carrying climate activist Greta Thunberg and others from reaching Gaza. Israeli officials have instructed the military to “take whatever measures necessary” to stop the vessel, escalating tensions in the region.

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 Israel Will Block Greta Thunberg’s Boat From Reaching Gaza: IDF Chief
The Challenges of Finding Entry-Level Jobs

A senior fellow at Brookings Metro examines why entry-level jobs are becoming harder to find, shedding light on a pressing issue for new job seekers.

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 The Challenges of Finding Entry-Level Jobs
Trump Tells NBC He Has ‘No Intention’ of Speaking to Elon Musk

President Donald Trump announced he has “no intention” of speaking with Elon Musk after their relationship ruptured over disagreements about the deficit impact of his massive budget bill. Amid escalating tensions, Trump warned Musk against political retaliation by funding Democrats. Musk has since removed a controversial post alleging Trump’s involvement in the Jeffrey Epstein files.

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 Trump Tells NBC He Has ‘No Intention’ of Speaking to Elon Musk
Democrats fume about “f***ed up” GOP measure denouncing Boulder attack

A Republican-led resolution denouncing the recent Boulder attack has ignited a partisan battle in Congress. Democrats express outrage over the inclusion of contentious language praising ICE and labeling “Free Palestine” as an antisemitic slogan.

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 Democrats fume about “f***ed up” GOP measure denouncing Boulder attack
Russia continues to accuse Ukraine of delaying planned exchange of dead fighters

Russian officials say that Moscow is still awaiting confirmation from Kyiv on a planned exchange of 6,000 bodies of soldiers killed in action. They accuse Ukraine of delaying the process.

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 Russia continues to accuse Ukraine of delaying planned exchange of dead fighters
Speaker Johnson hopes Musk and Trump can ‘reconcile’ their differences after public fallout

House Speaker Mike Johnson expressed hope that former President Donald Trump and Elon Musk can mend their relationship following a public fallout over a GOP-led spending bill. As tensions rise, Johnson emphasizes the need for unity in the nation’s interest, while dismissing Musk’s criticisms of the legislation.

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 Speaker Johnson hopes Musk and Trump can ‘reconcile’ their differences after public fallout
Sen. Cory Booker says he won’t accept campaign donations from Elon Musk

Senator Cory Booker publicly declined campaign donations from Elon Musk, urging the tech billionaire to engage more substantively against a controversial GOP spending bill. This development comes amid a growing feud between Musk and President Donald Trump, creating potential shifts in political alliances.

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 Sen. Cory Booker says he won’t accept campaign donations from Elon Musk
Strict AI safety controls needed now

Amid our daily routines, a transformative force is evolving unnoticed: autonomous artificial intelligence. It’s time we shift our focus to the pressing need for strict AI safety controls.

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 Strict AI safety controls needed now
South Dakota is on track to spend $2 billion on prisons in the next decade

South Dakota is preparing to invest $2 billion in its prison system over the next decade as stringent crime laws are expected to boost the inmate population by 30%. This significant financial commitment underscores the impact of the state’s tough stance on crime.

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 South Dakota is on track to spend $2 billion on prisons in the next decade
Tim Wiederaenders: ESAs, school funding bit ‘convoluted’

Education Savings Accounts vary widely among school districts, challenging the notion of uniform funding. Understanding the multitude of factors that influence these differences is crucial for grasping the true state of educational finance.

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 Tim Wiederaenders: ESAs, school funding bit ‘convoluted’
What to know about Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops to LA protests

In response to escalating immigration protests, President Donald Trump has ordered 2,000 California National Guard troops to Los Angeles, defying objections from Governor Gavin Newsom. This move marks another instance of federal intervention to address civil unrest under the Trump administration.

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 What to know about Trump’s deployment of National Guard troops to LA protests
Taiwan Accuses China Of Carrying Out ‘Provocative’ Military Patrol

Taiwan has accused China of escalating regional tensions by conducting a “provocative” military patrol involving warplanes and warships near the island. The incident marks a significant spike in the strained relations between Taipei and Beijing.

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 Taiwan Accuses China Of Carrying Out ‘Provocative’ Military Patrol
Colombian senator and would-be presidential candidate is shot and wounded at Bogota campaign rally

Colombian Senator and potential presidential candidate Miguel Uribe Turbay was shot and wounded during a campaign rally in Bogota on Saturday. His conservative Democratic Center party has released a statement regarding the incident.

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 Colombian senator and would-be presidential candidate is shot and wounded at Bogota campaign rally
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