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LIVE: SpaceX launches Starlink satellitesTech

SpaceX is launching a Falcon 9 rocket carrying 27 Starlink satellites from Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, with the event streamed live.

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US midterms: Trump approval rating hits new lowPolitics

US President Donald Trump’s approval rating has fallen to a record 31%, raising Republican concerns ahead of November’s midterms. The party risks losing control of the House, while the scale of possible Democratic gains remains a question. FRANCE 24’s Kethevane Gorjestani explains.

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Why Chinese tech giants are buying Nvidia gaming chips for AITech4:51

ByteDance, Alibaba and Tencent have ordered more than 3 million of Nvidia’s new RTX PRO 5500 graphics cards, valued at over $35 billion, two sources said. The companies are rushing to buy a less powerful chip that complies with export rules amid US trade restrictions on China.

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Bloomberg Surveillance — October 20, 2026Economy

Jonathan Ferro, Lisa Abramowicz and Annmarie Hordern speak daily with leaders and decision-makers from Wall Street, Washington and beyond, covering the trading day for investors and executives. Topics include AI IPO stress, Big Tech earnings, GM results, and AI risks and benefits.

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Study: Friends may encourage cancer screening more than family among older adultsHealth

A study by SMU’s Centre for Research on Successful Ageing found that friends may play a more direct role than family in encouraging regular cancer screening. Friendship networks were associated with regular breast, cervical and colorectal screening. Singapore is seeking to make longer lives healthier in its super-aged society.

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Carney calls Alberta vote to remain in Canada a ‘great result’Politics1:28

Prime Minister Mark Carney said Tuesday that Albertans’ decisive vote to stay in Canada was a “great result for Canada.” Elections Alberta began releasing referendum results late Monday, with about 76% voting to remain without further deliberation.

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Myanmar artisans adapt as foreign tourist numbers dwindleSociety

Myanmar’s 2021 military coup disrupted tourism and raised concerns about preserving traditional arts connected to the industry. The second report in a two-part series examines how a new generation of artisans is adjusting to fewer foreign tourists and finding ways to earn a living.

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Morning News NOW Full Episode – Oct. 20Other

With the midterms approaching, Trump appeared in North Carolina to rally for Republican hopefuls. The broadcast also notes a Florida judge's arrest warrant for Raúl Castro, based on allegations linking him to a fatal plane attack three decades ago, and Tampa Bay's place in the MLB World Series against Milwaukee.

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Draghi Says Europe Must Help End Ukraine WarWorld

Mario Draghi says Europe needs to play a major role in ending the war between Russia and Ukraine. He says what happens in Ukraine will define the relationship between the US and Europe.

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Zelenskyy begins talks with Trump envoy Witkoff’s US delegation in OsloPolitics

Zelenskyy has begun talks in Oslo with a US delegation led by Trump envoy Steve Witkoff. The diplomatic push comes as the rift between Kyiv and Washington deepens: the US is pressing Ukraine to stop strikes on Russian oil infrastructure, while Kyiv faces delayed Patriot deliveries and reported limits on intelligence-sharing and satellite communications.

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Nightline Full Broadcast — Monday, October 19, 2026Other

The program reports new details in the OJ Simpson case that raise questions about the trial that shook the nation. A new documentary, “Super Scam Me,” explores romance scams.

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How much influence do Israeli settlers have over West Bank policy?World

Settler violence and settlement expansion have increased under Benjamin Netanyahu’s right-wing coalition. Reporting from Israel and the occupied West Bank, DW correspondent Fanny Facsar examines the settler movement’s influence on Israel’s West Bank policies and Palestinians’ future, and interviews Jewish philosophy researcher Isaac Hershkowitz.

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Libya’s parliament ratifies 2019 maritime MoUPolitics

Libya’s parliament has ratified the maritime agreement signed with Türkiye in 2019. The memorandum was signed that year with the UN-backed government in Tripoli and was later approved by Türkiye’s parliament.

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From fine wine to no alcohol: French sommeliers adapt to changing habitsCulture

This week’s France in Focus follows Pascaline Lepeltier’s rigorous preparation for the World’s Best Sommelier competition and looks at how sommeliers are adapting to changing drinking habits, including one who has chosen to go alcohol-free.

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French PM vows ‘massive’ police deployment for Saturday demonstrationsPolitics

Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu said authorities would mobilise a “massive” security presence next weekend as organisers announced fresh protests following riots on the sidelines of nationwide demonstrations. He acknowledged that last weekend’s security operation had been too static and insufficiently mobile.

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Cost-of-living unrest fuels the rise of Europe’s far rightPolitics

Surging fuel prices are squeezing household budgets and businesses across Europe. Cost-of-living pressures are driving unrest and giving far-right parties fresh momentum ahead of next year’s elections in countries including France, Germany and Italy.

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Practical health hacks you can use on a budgetHealth

Dr. Dariush Mozaffarian appears on “CBS Mornings” to offer simple health tips, including ways to eat well without spending much. The advice is featured in his latest book, “Food Is Medicine.”

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Concern grows over Paris NFL game as Macron faces ‘firestorm’Sports

France has expanded curfews following violent riots. Fox News correspondent Jeff Paul reports on the measures, while National Review senior writer Noah Rothman analyzes links between the unrest and far-left organizations.

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Alberta votes to remain in CanadaPolitics

After a historic referendum, Albertans voted for the province to remain in Canada. The question now is what lies ahead for Alberta and the country.

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