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U.S. launches task force to disrupt Iranian ground shipping routes - The U.S. did not say whether any military action would be involved in preventing weapons technology or sanctioned items from entering Iran. Updated 25m ago

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More races called as Democratic majority comes into focus -- President Trump is swapping out his chief of staff after Republicans' losses in the midterms, with more than 20 House races unresolved. Follow live updates.

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These House and Senate midterm races don't have winners yet -- Democrats won sizable House and Senate majorities in the 2026 midterm elections, but the exact margins are unclear because some races haven't been projected yet. Here's where the results stand.

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What Stephen Miller has pushed for while in Trump administration -- Top Trump adviser Stephen Miller, who is set to take over the White House chief of staff role on Monday, has driven President Trump's most controversial immigration policies during both of his administrations.

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Trump says he offered UFC's Dana White the press secretary role -- The role of the White House press secretary has been largely vacant since Karoline Leavitt stepped aside ​in August.

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Israel's president taps opposition candidate Eisenkot to form a government -- Gadi Eisenkot, a former military chief, ran against Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, but neither won a clear majority.

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Mass shooting in Polish market leaves at least 6 dead, 15 injured -- Krakow police said a man who had driven onto the square began firing at random people from his car.

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Zelenskyy says Russia is stepping up attacks ahead of U.S. talks -- Negotiators from Russia, Ukraine and the U.S. are to meet on Tuesday in Abu Dhabi for talks aimed at ending the war.

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Can Trump work with Dems without insulting them? -- In an interview airing Sunday on 60 Minutes, correspondent Ross Douthat asks President Trump: If it took six months of not insulting the Democrats to get an immigration deal done, do you think you could do it?

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2 licensed skydivers die after midair collision in California -- The two skydivers collided at approximately 150 feet above the ground, Skydive Elsinore said.

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Italy's leader blames pro-Russian hackers for personal data leaks - Italy's foreign minister said he was targeted because of his country's support for Ukraine. 1h ago

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Key moments from ex-cop's trial in the death of Sandra Birchmore -- A jury in Massachusetts is deliberating the fate of former police officer Matthew Farwell, who is charged in the 2021 death of 23-year-old Sandra Birchmore.

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Mississippi Senate race still a toss-up; Democrat holds slim lead -- The Senate race in deep-red Mississippi remains unresolved, as Democrat Scott Colom has mounted a surprisingly competitive challenge to incumbent Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith.

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Pope voted in U.S. election because he's "proud to be an American" -- Pope Leo, who is on a 12-day, three-country trip in Latin America, also said he credits God and doctors for his lung cancer surgery recovery.

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Ukrainian official sees hope for eventual Putin-Zelenskyy meeting -- Ukrainian, Russian and American delegations will meet in Abu Dhabi on Nov. 10 and 11 for the first trilateral talks since February.

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Data centers are unpopular - and a key motor of economic growth -- The political backlash against data centers is intensifying, threatening to choke off a critical source of U.S. investment, according to economists.

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3-YEAR-OLD SOCCER STAR'S MOM SPEAKS OUT ABOUT VIRAL 911 CALL -- Nevada Pierre drew national media attention last month when organizers at a youth soccer game called 911 and body camera footage from the incident went viral.

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Doomsday cult leader learns fate for murders of 190 children -- Paul Mackenzie was convicted of murdering 190 children and one adult after he ordered his followers to starve themselves to death in order to meet Jesus.

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You settled a debt for less than you owed. Here's what to expect when you file your taxes.

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Best pet insurance for dogs in 2026: 5 top picks compared

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Is pet insurance worth it? This is the honest math owners should know.

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Stocks rebound after tech selloff that pushed Nasdaq into correction

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Musk says Tesla will end Cybertruck production next year

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Employers added 165,000 jobs in October, soaring past expectations

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Trump told 60 Minutes to expect post-midterm firings

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White House restores financial disclosure page after CBS News inquiry

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Acton says she has "no intention" of speaking to Ramaswamy

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Dolly Parton's estate moves to dismiss lawsuit against nephew

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Trump to attend Army-Navy football game next month, officials say

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Trump library plans on collision course with Democratic Congress

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Trump installs Stephen Miller as chief of staff, replacing Susie Wiles

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Newly empowered Democrats could revive plans for court reforms

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Democrats have flipped over 40 House seats. Here's the breakdown.

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Top lawyer in DOJ's National Security Division abruptly resigns

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