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France protests: Deputy mayor tear-gassed as students demand better fundingWorld

Protests in France reflect growing anger over police tactics and worsening university conditions. Landry Ngang, deputy mayor of Saint-Denis near Paris, says police tear-gassed him as he tried to calm a street situation, and accuses the government of using force instead of political solutions. Students at Paris 8 University are protesting deteriorating facilities, too few teachers and inadequate public funding.

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Trump’s economic claims clash with voter frustration ahead of US midtermsPolitics

With economic pressures mounting and the US midterms less than two weeks away, President Donald Trump’s claims of economic success are meeting frustration over rising costs. A US food importer is challenging his 50% tariffs on Canadian goods, arguing they exceed his authority, as political divisions and legal challenges to his tariff agenda add to concerns.

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Trump says Ukraine deal may be getting closerWorld

Donald Trump discusses efforts to secure the release of American citizen Stephen Hubbard from a Russian prison and the status of Russia-Ukraine negotiations, saying a deal on Ukraine may be drawing closer.

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Europe’s wave of anger: How far will youth-led protests go?World

Youth-led protests have appeared across Belgium, Italy, Spain, Portugal, Albania, Serbia and Greece, but treating events in so many countries as one movement is dangerous. In France, the spark was worsening conditions in high schools and universities, particularly for students from disadvantaged backgrounds. In places such as Spain and Portugal, wages have lagged inflation and the housing crisis is prominent.

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Inside Iowa’s pivotal midterm Senate racePolitics

NBC Nightly News anchor Tom Llamas talks with Democrat Josh Turek, Republican Ashley Hinson and Iowa voters about the state’s key midterm Senate contest.

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Alberta Premier Danielle Smith calls for unity after separation referendumPolitics

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is urging Albertans to unite after the divisive referendum. Roughly 75 per cent of voters opposed starting the legal process for a second, binding vote on separating from Canada. Smith discussed what she learned, keeping her United Conservative Party united and her leadership after the referendum.

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Alberta premier tells separatists: Back Canada or join another partyPolitics

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is telling separatists in her party to support Canada or leave for another party, after voters overwhelmingly chose Canada in the province’s recent referendum. She discusses how she plans to enforce the rule and what lies ahead for her party.

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Burden of Proof: October 21, 2026Society

Attorneys appear at a hearing on whether grand jury transcripts in the Nick Reiner case should remain sealed. Influencer Clavicular is scheduled to appear Thursday for arraignment on sexual assault charges.

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Canada to deport former Tehran police officer over sanctions-evasion roleWorld

Canada’s immigration tribunal ordered Amin Yousefijam, an Iranian man living in Toronto, deported. He pleaded guilty to violating U.S. sanctions on Iran, and the tribunal said he played an “important and critical role” in a criminal group that helped Iran evade sanctions.

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Vance says ‘stop whining’ about ad as Amy Acton speaksPolitics9:14

Some leading Ohio Republicans began distancing themselves from a controversial ad by gubernatorial nominee Vivek Ramaswamy, while Vice President JD Vance warned the party against breaking ranks. The ad features the estranged mother of Democratic opponent Amy Acton calling her a liar and urging voters not to support her. Acton says she has not seen her mother since she was ab…

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Putin Releases Hostage, Earns US Praise as HumanitarianPolitics

“Balance of Power” examines the intersection of politics and global business. Jim Gilmore, a former Virginia governor, RNC chair and US ambassador to the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, says Washington has dramatically reversed its Ukraine policy and owes Americans an explanation. Representative Sydney Kamlager-Dove says she would “100%” back Thomas Massie’s resolution to impeach Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

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Deadly Mississippi confrontation captured on cameraSociety

New video shows the frantic moments before a deadly police shooting in Senatobia, Mississippi, that killed a one-year-old child. The family’s attorney says police were responding to a shoplifting call about diapers; the state attorney general says the use of force was justified.

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Carney, Ford announce billions in support for tariff-affected industriesEconomy8:47

Prime Minister Mark Carney and Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced a partnership worth nearly $9 billion for industries affected by tariffs. They also said greenhouse gas emission standards would remain at 2026 levels until 2030. The head of the Canadian Vehicle Manufacturers’ Association discussed the potential impact on Ontario’s auto sector.

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Ramaswamy ad targeting Amy Acton’s mother ‘could backfire,’ analyst saysPolitics1:28

A political science professor says a Republican candidate’s attack ad targeting Democratic opponent Amy Acton’s traumatic childhood could hurt Vivek Ramaswamy. His campaign says it will spend $4 million to promote the ad online and on TV, despite bipartisan criticism for bringing up her painful childhood.

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