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Why Socialism Is Back in American PoliticsPolitics

Socialism was once broadly viewed as a political liability in the United States, but democratic socialist candidates and ideas are gaining visibility, especially among younger voters. Former House Speaker Paul Ryan and investor Steven Rattner say discontent over affordability, inequality and economic insecurity is making voters more open to alternatives to traditional free-market policies.

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Oleshky residents reach Ukrainian-held territoryWorld6:14

Residents evacuated from Russian-occupied Oleshky have reached Ukrainian-held territory after a rare local truce. They recounted years of isolation, food shortages and regular shelling; some said they had been forced to eat grass and dogs to survive.

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Trump says US is in no hurry to reach Iran dealWorld0:43

Donald Trump said Washington is not rushing to reach an agreement with Iran. He declined to say whether he expected the United States to return to war with Tehran after the midterm elections.

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JB Pritzker leaves door open to 2028 presidential runPolitics

In an exclusive Meet the Press interview, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker said he would not rule out running for president in 2028 as he seeks another term as governor.

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JB Pritzker says Trump is ‘trying to rig these elections’Politics

In an exclusive Meet the Press interview, Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker said he believes President Trump is working to ensure Democrats “really don’t have a chance” in elections across the country, just days before the midterms.

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DeLauro Says Cost of Living Could Drive Democratic Midterm GainsPolitics

Connecticut Rep. Rosa DeLauro expects Democrats to make gains in the midterms, saying voter concerns about affordability and living costs are drawing support to her party. If Democrats win the House and she regains the Appropriations Committee gavel, she says she would focus on affordability, oversight and accountability, not impeachment.

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CNA Up Close: How a trained psychologist is growing a green oasis and communitySociety

In Bukit Batok’s concrete housing-estate landscape, community gardener Jon Tay has helped cultivate a green oasis. He sees gardening as a way to connect with people as well as plants, using workshops and time in the garden to help residents gain skills, relax and make friends.

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AP Top Stories for November 1Other

The Associated Press presents its top stories for November 1.

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Jamie Raskin calls Alaska Dan Sullivan ballot issue ‘stupid politics’Politics

In an exclusive Meet the Press interview, Rep. Jamie Raskin responded to reports that aides to Alaska Democratic Senate candidate Mary Peltola allegedly directed a staffer to recruit several candidates named Dan Sullivan. Raskin called the tactic “ridiculous politics.”

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By the Way: Headlines You May Have MissedOther

Nathan Hager, David Gura and Lisa Mateo round up stories on AI in White House press releases, a “brutal” Harvard class that is surprisingly popular, Life Magazine’s return and the fading case for daylight saving time.

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Protests continue across Europe on HalloweenWorld

Protesters have again taken to streets across Europe to defend democracy and condemn economic hardship. Over the past month, protests have spread across the continent, beginning with housing demonstrations in Spain and a student movement in France that brought half a million people onto the streets.

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AI talent war spreads to Wall StreetEconomy

Quantitative trading firms are competing with AI labs for leading scientists and researchers, with first-year pay for some PhDs reaching as much as $800,000. Firms are using fellowships, university sponsorships and recruiting events to vie with AI companies offering high pay, equity and work on cutting-edge technology.

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1,310 short-wait flats to launch in Sembawang in November BTO exerciseSociety1:57

More than 1,300 flats in Sembawang with waiting times under three years will be offered in Singapore’s November Build-to-Order exercise. This year’s launches of shorter-wait flats have exceeded 4,600, above the Housing and Development Board’s commitment of 4,000.

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