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Conley Says Putin Is Testing NATO UnityWorld

Heather Conley, a senior fellow at AEI and former State Department official, says Putin sees an opening to intensify pressure on Ukraine as questions mount over US intelligence sharing, Starshield access and Washington’s commitment to Kyiv. She says Russian attacks increasingly threaten Ukraine’s economy and are nearing NATO territory, probing the alliance’s unity.

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She was all in on MAGA. Then came the Epstein files.Politics

Former Trump supporter Trisha Hope attended 42 of his rallies, sold everything to follow his campaign and devoted years to MAGA. She says Trump’s handling of the Epstein files changed everything, describing when she walked away and an emotional encounter with an Epstein survivor.

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Albania protests persist as Rama says he will not resignWorld

Thousands of students and other protesters clashed with riot police in Tirana on Thursday, demanding the resignation of Prime Minister Edi Rama, who has been in power for 14 years. Protesters voiced deep frustration, while some smashed windows, set kiosks and garbage containers on fire, and tore up metal pavement fences.

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Rep. Amo Says Trump Should Enforce Russia SanctionsPolitics

Rep. Gabe Amo says the Trump administration should act against Russia and has repeatedly failed to clearly support Ukraine. He says Congress should investigate whether changes to Starshield capabilities or intelligence sharing hindered Ukraine’s defense, and use its power of the purse to demand answers and accountability.

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FBI officers at scene of Oregon elementary school shootingSociety

FBI Director Kash Patel confirmed that a bureau team is at Silver Rail Elementary School in Bend, Oregon, where police say a shooting killed multiple people. Former Seattle Police Chief Carmen Best discussed how the FBI can support local officials.

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Fans anticipate Dodgers-Brewers NLCS Game 4 and other top storiesSports

ABC News Live’s “Searched” highlights the day’s trending stories: the Brewers are one win from their first World Series appearance since 1982; Sean “Diddy” Combs was allegedly injured in a prison altercation; Rep. Andy Harris of Maryland threatened a reporter recording him at a public event; Netflix is cutting 6% of its workforce, its largest layoffs since 2022; and New York’s Plaza Hotel is set to close for historic facade restoration.

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Short: Corruption Is Growing Liability for RepublicansPolitics

Marc Short, a former chief of staff to Mike Pence, says reports of graft and corruption involving the Trump administration and the president’s family are increasingly damaging for Republicans before the midterms. He says they need a stronger closing message to motivate voters and calls Trump’s turn toward Vladimir Putin, including Russian diesel imports, economically senseless and “dead wrong.”

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US Says Trump Did Not Restrict Ukraine’s Access to SpaceX Defense TechnologyWorld

A senior US official said President Donald Trump did not limit Ukraine’s access to SpaceX’s Starshield satellite technology, which is used to shoot down Russian drones. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Trump had restricted access. Bloomberg’s Kate Sullivan reported from the White House.

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Istanbul floods as Turkey is hit by heaviest rainfall in 80 yearsWorld

Istanbul and several Turkish provinces have been struck by the heaviest rainfall in 80 years, causing severe floods that destroyed businesses, damaged buildings and swept vehicles through residential areas. In Istanbul’s Ayazaga neighbourhood, residents and business owners are facing extensive damage as the water recedes.

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Starlink returns as Ukraine resumes strikes on Russian oilWorld

Ukraine has restarted attacks on Russian oil refineries after ending an energy ceasefire it says Russia repeatedly breached. US President Donald Trump argues the strikes are pushing up diesel prices, adding to tensions. The dispute has also prompted questions about who caused a temporary outage of Starshield, Ukraine’s military Starlink system.

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Bluesky’s leaders think social can still start overTech

Bluesky’s new leadership team is betting that openness, user choice and new technology can reshape how online communities are built. CEO Toni Schneider and COO Rose Wang discuss social media’s future, competition with established platforms and what it takes to build the next generation of consumer technology.

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Chinese and European EV makers compete for Europe’s market in ParisEconomy

The Paris Motor Show is showcasing competition for Europe’s electric-car market, as established automakers accelerate electrification and a record Chinese presence adds pressure. The displays range from affordable EVs and revived European brands to AI-powered Chinese models and futuristic concepts.

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Stocks Rotate as Tech and Chip Shares SlideEconomy

The Close covers the latest news and analysis around Wall Street’s closing bell, with guests including investment strategists, equity analysts and business executives.

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Kansas Senate Race Becomes a Tossup, Sabato SaysPolitics

Pollster Larry Sabato says the Kansas US Senate race has become a tossup. Polls put incumbent Republican Roger Marshall and Democratic challenger Adam Hamilton neck and neck. A Democrat has not won the seat in nearly 100 years.

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Meet the Press NOW — Oct. 15Politics

With 19 days until the midterms, Trump takes to the campaign trail as economic headwinds grow for Republicans. He cancels Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s plan to livestream the Fort Hood shooter’s execution. Pennsylvania Democratic House candidate Bob Harvie discusses his bid to defeat five-term incumbent Republican Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick.

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