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Singapore and Indonesia agree to form joint task force on transboundary hazeWorld

Singapore and Indonesia will establish a joint task force to strengthen corporate accountability over forest fires. During a three-day working visit to Jakarta, Singapore Foreign Affairs Minister Vivian Balakrishnan met his Indonesian counterpart Arrmanatha Nasir to discuss ongoing fires in Indonesia and the haze affecting the country and the region.

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JetBlue promises a return to profitabilityEconomy

JetBlue Airways says it expects to make a profit again next year, despite losing 60 cents a share in the third quarter. The New York-based carrier has not had a profitable year since 2019.

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Canadian dance-punk legend Peaches turns 60Culture

Canadian electroclash artist Peaches has entertained, amused and shocked music fans and festivalgoers for three decades. Her shows also offer a safe space for people of all genders and sexualities, though crowd surfing, extravagant pubic wigs and body-augmenting costumes may not suit everyone.

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‘Unacceptable violation’: Syria condemns Jordanian airstrikesWorld

Syria condemned Jordan’s airstrikes as an “unacceptable violation.” A government spokesperson said Jordan had steered clear of civilian sites, regretted “unintended casualties” and stressed its “deep respect” for the Syrian state and people.

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B.C. premier-designate puts pipelines among first prioritiesPolitics

A day after his election win, B.C. premier-designate Lorne Doerkson said getting the Pacific Link working group moving would be among his first priorities, including calls to the prime minister and Alberta Premier Smith. Political experts say a Conservative government could bring B.C. and Alberta into closer agreement, though an issue may test the relationship.

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BREAKING: FBI raids California home in Swalwell investigationPolitics

Former Justice Department prosecutor Jim Trusty discussed an FBI raid on a California home connected to the investigation into Eric Swalwell, as well as new data indicating that violent crime fell sharply under the Trump administration.

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Trump offers $1 million reward for voter fraud tipsPolitics

President Donald Trump is offering $1 million on social media for voter fraud tips that lead to arrests and convictions. With midterm campaigns in their final week, the Justice Department is also working to deploy 1,000 election monitors nationwide.

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High turnout as Israeli voters deliver verdict on NetanyahuPolitics4:57

Israelis turned out in large numbers on Tuesday, October 27, in a vote with turnout unseen in decades. A deeply divided electorate weighed in on Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the first election since the October 7, 2023 attack.

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Truce begins in Ukrainian city of Oleshky, but some fear it will not holdWorld

A limited truce has started in Russian-occupied Oleshky, where residents have been without food, water and electricity. Ukrainian officials and Russia’s defence ministry say it is being respected. Secured by US First Lady Melania Trump, the truce is intended to permit aid deliveries and civilian evacuation on Friday, though some residents doubt it will last.

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How the latest case against James Comey compares with othersPolitics

ABC News legal contributor James Sample says the legal battle over the Justice Department’s ongoing investigation of former FBI Director James Comey feels like “déjà vu all over again.”

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What to know about Medicaid changesHealth

Dr. Willie Underwood III, president of the American Medical Association, explains how a new federal law is changing the way millions of people access health coverage.

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B.C. First Nations leader says repealing DRIPA would be a ‘declaration of war’Politics

Premier-designate Lorne Doerkson’s election platform includes repealing the Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Act (DRIPA), and that remains the plan. The law, enacted in November 2019, requires the provincial government to consult and cooperate with Indigenous Peoples. A First Nations leader says repeal would be considered a declaration of war.

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France's Senate takes up 'rioters pay' bill after protestsPolitics

France’s Senate is considering a bill that would make rioters pay for damage from recent unrest nationwide. It also includes a measure targeting social media: senators will vote on whether the government may block platforms that are too slow to act on authorities’ reports of dangerous content.

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UPS Raises Sales Outlook Ahead of Holiday SeasonEconomy

United Parcel Service lifted its sales outlook, expecting a strong holiday shipping season. Demand remained high in the quarter despite price increases, while third-quarter earnings and revenue beat Wall Street estimates.

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Peters: Investors Are Using Bonds to Hedge Against AI RisksEconomy

Greg Peters, PGIM Credit co-chief investment officer, discusses the bond market. He says the US midterm election outcome could alter the pace of AI development, while some investors are turning to bonds to hedge concerns about AI.

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Tashkent modernism joins UNESCO World Heritage ListCulture

Tashkent’s modernist buildings blend new architectural ideas with local materials and patterns, alongside climate-conscious design. Ten landmarks are now part of a UNESCO World Heritage site.

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Singapore, Indonesia to form joint haze task force and ministerial hotlineWorld19:15

Singapore and Indonesia will establish a joint task force to investigate companies linked to forest and land fires that cause transboundary haze. Indonesia’s foreign minister, Arrmanatha Nasir, said Jakarta would work with Singapore and others to bring those responsible to justice. The countries will also set up a ministerial hotline to manage differences.

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