House Democrats plan to investigate President Donald Trump, his family, and his administration if they win control of the House in the November elections. They may also consider impeaching Trump or his Cabinet officials as part of their oversight efforts.
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Democrats aim to take control of the House of Representatives in the November 2026 elections.
If they succeed, they will start many investigations into President Trump and his administration.
Investigations focus on possible corruption and misuse of power.
Democrats also want to look into Trump's family wealth, which has increased since January 2025.
There are questions about civil rights violations related to immigration enforcement and deportations.
A recent Trump family event was partly funded by a Russian oligarch.
Impeachment of President Trump is possible but may focus more on Cabinet members this time.
Democrats expect resistance from the Trump administration during investigations, including ignoring subpoenas.
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Iraq is asking the United States to allow some Iraqi airports to keep flights to and from Iran despite new U.S. sanctions on Iranian airlines. Iraqi airports stopped Iranian flights after Washington’s sanctions, affecting travel and the movement of pilgrims and students between the two countries.
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The U.S. recently imposed aviation sanctions targeting companies that work with Iranian airlines.
Four Iraqi airports (Baghdad, Najaf, Erbil, Sulaimaniyah) stopped flights to and from Iran.
Iraq is requesting exemptions from the U.S. to allow flights for medical, educational, religious, and civilian reasons.
Flights between Iraq and Iran are important for Shia Muslim pilgrims and many students studying abroad.
The suspension has forced travelers to take long land trips of at least 12 hours.
Iraqi leaders are trying to reduce tension and promote dialogue between the countries.
Iraq has strong ties with both the U.S. and Iran, placing it in a difficult position between the two.
Both Iraqi and Iranian officials say they are working to restore flights soon.
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Pro-Palestine protesters marched at the Labour Party’s conference in Liverpool to demand that the UK stop selling weapons to Israel and impose stricter punishments, called sanctions. They say the current Labour actions against Israeli settlements are not enough.
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The protest took place during Labour’s annual conference in Liverpool.
Demonstrators support Palestine and want the UK to stop arms sales to Israel.
Protesters also want the UK government to impose sanctions, which are penalties or restrictions.
Labour has already announced sanctions on Israeli settlements but protesters want stronger measures.
The protest was organized to influence Labour’s policies towards the Israel-Palestine conflict.
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Cuban Foreign Minister Bruno Rodriguez criticized the U.S. oil blockade against Cuba at the United Nations, calling it collective punishment causing a humanitarian crisis. President Donald Trump said he expects a deal with Cuba soon and does not foresee the need for military action.
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Cuba faces an oil blockade from the U.S. causing fuel shortages and blackouts.
Cuban Foreign Minister wants talks with the U.S. on equal terms and without preconditions.
President Trump said Cuba is failing and he hopes to help without military conflict.
Cuba’s delegation walked out during Trump’s UN speech where he called Cuba a "failed state."
The U.S. has kept an economic embargo on Cuba for over 60 years.
Other countries like Brazil, Mexico, and Pakistan oppose the U.S. embargo and blockade on Cuba.
Since 1992, the UN has passed resolutions urging the U.S. to end its embargo on Cuba.
Cuban officials blame the blockade for causing shortages of food and essential goods.
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Police in Jackson, Mississippi, arrested a third person, Eric Clark, in connection with the death of 29-year-old Tasia Fortune. Investigators found that the place where her body was found hanging was staged, meaning her death likely happened somewhere else.
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Eric Clark, 45, was charged with murder and arrested Friday in the death of Tasia Fortune.
Two other men, Earnest Lloyd Jr and Jarques Ratliff, had already been charged with murder in the same case.
Police said the hanging scene was staged, and Fortune was killed at a different location.
Fortune was found hanging behind a vacant home in Jackson on August 3, after being dead for 2-3 days.
The investigation included interviews with about 15 people so far.
Reports say Lloyd had a physical fight with Fortune before her death and allegedly used a black cable cord to hang her.
Lloyd and Ratliff have pleaded not guilty and are held without bond.
Fortune’s mother strongly believes her daughter did not die by suicide.
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President Donald Trump is canceling almost $1 billion in government spending that Congress had approved. He is using a rarely used power to stop funding for programs related to immigrant services and diversity.
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President Trump is canceling nearly $1 billion in spending.
The canceled funds were originally approved by Congress.
The money was meant for immigrant services and diversity programs.
The power Trump used to cancel the funds is rare and often debated.
The announcement came from the White House on a Friday.
This action reduces government spending without new legislation.
The move may cause discussions about executive authority and budget control.
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Three hurricanes—Polo, Odalys, and Nolo—are active in the Pacific Ocean. These storms are expected to bring heavy rain, flooding, and dangerous weather conditions to parts of the southwestern United States, Mexico, and Hawaii over the coming days.
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Hurricane Polo is a Category 4 storm with winds of 155 mph, expected to hit Baja California Sur, Mexico, early next week, causing flooding and mudslides.
Hurricane Odalys has winds of 105 mph and is moving north, expected to bring swells and rain to the U.S. Southwest alongside Polo.
Hurricane Nolo, also with 105 mph winds, is south of Hawaii, causing tropical storm conditions and heavy rain that could lead to flooding and mudslides.
The Pacific has seen more hurricanes this year due to El Niño, which warms ocean waters and helps storms form.
The National Weather Service predicts heavy rainfall and flash flooding risks in Arizona, New Mexico, northern Texas, Oklahoma, Colorado, and Kansas.
A strong Nor’easter storm is expected to hit the U.S. East Coast with high winds, coastal flooding, and potential power outages from the Mid-Atlantic to New England.
The Nor’easter may cause major flooding in low-lying coastal areas during high tides through the weekend.
Weather agencies warn residents to prepare for significant storm impacts on both coasts of the U.S. in the coming days.
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Fighters from Ethiopia’s Fano movement say they captured over 10 military trucks loaded with weapons in the Amhara region. This comes as fighting has increased after seven armed groups joined together to try to remove Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed’s government.
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The Fano movement is an armed group in Ethiopia.
They claim to have taken more than 10 military trucks.
The trucks contained ammunition, machine guns, and mortar shells.
These events happened in the Amhara region of Ethiopia.
Fighting has grown worse recently in the country.
Seven different armed groups formed an alliance.
The alliance aims to overthrow the current government led by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed.
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Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced a new plan called "Your First Home" to help young people in England buy their first home. The scheme offers loans covering 20% of the cost of new homes, with buyers needing only a 2.5% deposit.
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The scheme targets first-time buyers in England.
Buyers need to put down a deposit of 2.5%.
The government will provide an equity loan worth 20% of the property's value.
The equity loan will be interest-free initially.
The scheme aims to assist those without family financial support.
Funding will come from existing budgets and contributions from housing developers.
Details like age limits or property price caps are not yet confirmed.
The policy is similar to past government schemes like Help To Buy.
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Meta has introduced the Muse, a small wearable device with a cute animated avatar that acts as an AI assistant. The Muse can have live conversations and help with tasks like emails, travel bookings, and shopping. This device aims to use cuteness to make AI feel more personal and trustworthy.
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Meta launched the Muse “charm” device featuring a cute digital avatar on a small screen.
The Muse is about the size of a keychain or bag accessory and is wearable.
It can communicate live, answer emails, book travel, and assist with shopping.
The design uses cuteness, resembling a baby, to encourage people to connect emotionally with the AI.
Meta also introduced new smart glasses without cameras to address privacy concerns.
Experts say cuteness helps lower people's guard, making them more comfortable with technology.
This use of cute technology follows trends seen in places like Japan, where mascots are common.
Muse will be available starting in December, but its success with different age groups is uncertain.
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Pope Leo XIV held an open-air Mass in central Paris, drawing around 800,000 people to the Champs-Élysées and Place de la Concorde. His visit showed that the Catholic Church remains influential in France despite fewer regular churchgoers and the country’s secular nature.
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About 800,000 people attended the open-air Mass, exceeding the 600,000 who registered beforehand.
The pope traveled 2 kilometers along the Champs-Élysées in his popemobile before the Mass at Place de la Concorde.
Pope Leo encouraged people to share their faith and prayed for spiritual renewal in France.
The event attracted people of different ages, backgrounds, and faiths, including non-Catholics.
Adult baptisms in France have tripled since 2016, reaching 13,000 in 2024, but overall baptisms have declined since 1980.
The pope visited Notre Dame cathedral and Lourdes during his four-day trip to France.
The Mass had a festive and diverse atmosphere, similar to major national celebrations in France.
Several attendees said the pope’s message addressed social justice and common human values beyond religion.
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Pope Leo XIV held a large outdoor Mass in Paris, where he spoke directly to young Catholics, calling them the "Church of today." During his visit, he also met with youth at a vigil and engaged with issues like migration and abuse survivors.
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The Mass took place at Place de la Concorde in Paris.
Around 600,000 people attended the outdoor Mass.
Pope Leo XIV addressed youth, calling them important for the future of the Church.
He held a youth vigil the day before at Stade de France.
The Pope met with French survivors of sexual abuse during his visit.
He called for protection of migrants while in France.
Large crowds also gathered along the Champs-Élysées to see his popemobile parade.
The visit coincides with a rise in young people seeking a Catholic community in France.
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Thousands of people marched in Madrid to protest the eviction of an 87-year-old woman, Maricarmen Abascal, from her home after her rent was raised sharply. The protests highlight Spain’s housing crisis and pressure Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez’s government to approve new laws to protect tenants and reduce evictions.
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Maricarmen Abascal was evicted after a real estate firm increased her rent by 275 percent to 2,650 euros ($3,000).
She had lived in her apartment for 70 years before being forced out and was taken from her home on a stretcher.
Around 25,000 to 300,000 people joined protests in Madrid calling for stronger tenant protections.
The government plans to introduce the "Maricarmen decree" to automatically renew rental contracts and make evictions harder.
Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez’s government does not have a majority in parliament, so the new measures may face challenges to become law.
Spain has a housing shortage estimated at 550,000 homes, particularly in cities like Madrid, Barcelona, and Valencia.
Public rental housing is less than 2 percent in Spain, much lower than the European Union average of 8 percent.
Rising housing costs are connected to short-term rentals like Airbnb and investment funds reducing long-term home availability.
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Dolly Day was celebrated across the United States to honor Dolly Parton's music and generosity. Fans in many places took part in activities and events recognizing her legacy.
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Dolly Day is an event that celebrates Dolly Parton's contributions to music and her charitable work.
The day was marked with celebrations by fans all over the country.
The news report was shared by ABC News.
Dolly Parton is known for both her singing career and her acts of kindness.
The celebration helps to recognize her impact on American culture.
The event took place recently, as part of regular yearly observances.
ABC News included this story alongside other national news highlights.
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The article discusses how many Americans appear wealthy on social media but actually face financial struggles. It explains that people often use credit cards and loans to maintain a lifestyle that does not match their real income or savings.
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Many Americans show off expensive items and lifestyles online.
This public display of wealth often does not reflect their true financial situation.
People use consumer credit, like credit cards and loans, to buy things they cannot afford.
This behavior creates a gap between how rich people look and how much money they really have.
The trend highlights financial problems in the U.S. related to debt and false appearances.
Social media encourages keeping up appearances even if it causes money troubles.
The issue adds to economic stress for individuals and can affect overall financial health in the country.
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Police are investigating a hazing incident after about 30 young men covered in food and liquids were found in a fraternity basement near the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Two fraternity members were arrested, and the university is also investigating the incident.
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Around 30 mostly shirtless men were found in the basement of the Alpha Epsilon Pi (AEPi) fraternity house.
Some men showed signs of physical assault, and the basement was hot and humid with a temperature of 81°F.
Police arrested two 20-year-old fraternity members on preliminary misdemeanor charges of hazing and disorderly conduct.
The university suspended and later terminated the fraternity’s recognition on campus in past years due to prior misconduct.
The fraternity is no longer recognized by the university but still operates as a chapter affiliated only with its national organization.
The national fraternity said it is cooperating with investigations and will expel any members found responsible.
UW-Madison is conducting its own investigation and said students who break rules could face consequences up to expulsion.
The fraternity house is located a few blocks from the main campus, which has about 52,000 students.
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A strong storm called a nor'easter is hitting the northeastern United States, causing coastal flooding, strong winds, heavy rain, and power outages. New York and New Jersey have declared states of emergency, and many events, flights, and activities have been cancelled for safety.
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The nor'easter is affecting tens of millions of people from Virginia to Maine.
Coastal flooding and strong winds up to 55 mph (86 km/h) are expected in New York City and Boston.
Nearly 150,000 households have lost power so far.
More than 1,100 flights have been delayed, and 400 were cancelled.
New York and New Jersey declared states of emergency due to the storm.
Public officials warned people not to travel or go near floodwaters.
Several concerts, sports events, and festivals were cancelled, including Ed Sheeran’s Boston concert.
Flooding occurred in New Jersey towns like Surf City and Manasquan during the Saturday full moon, which made flooding worse.
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A two-storey apartment building in the Plaka district of Athens collapsed after an explosion, killing six people, including four American tourists and a British couple. Greek authorities are investigating the cause of the blast, which happened early Saturday morning, and rescue teams searched for survivors amid rubble.
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The building collapsed within seconds after an explosion in central Athens.
Six people died: four Americans, a British man, and his Greek wife.
The explosion occurred in the historic tourist area of Plaka, near the Acropolis.
Police used thermal cameras, geophones (devices to detect vibrations), machines, and dogs to search for survivors.
The American victims were staying in a short-term rental on the first floor and were reported missing after they missed a flight.
The British man was partially disabled and lived on the second floor with his wife.
At least three people were injured by flying debris from the blast.
Authorities suspect a gas leak might have caused the explosion but are still investigating various possibilities.
The Greek government has been trying to regulate short-term rentals in Plaka due to housing issues.
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Pope Leo XIV held a large outdoor Mass on September 26, 2026, on the Champs-Élysées in Paris. Around 600,000 people attended the event to see the Pope and participate in the religious celebration.
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The Mass took place on the Champs-Élysées, a famous avenue in Paris, France.
Approximately 600,000 people gathered for the open-air Mass.
The event occurred on Saturday, September 26, 2026.
Pope Leo XIV led the Mass and engaged with the crowd, including blessing babies.
The visit included the Pope addressing social issues like the protection of migrants.
The Pope also planned to meet sexual abuse survivors during his visit.
The event attracted large crowds who also cheered the Pope during his parade on the popemobile.
This Mass is considered one of the largest outdoor religious gatherings in the world.
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President Donald Trump’s approval rating dropped slightly in 10 major beef-producing states after he announced a temporary increase in beef imports to lower prices. The policy aims to reduce grocery costs but has caused concerns among cattle producers about more competition from imported beef.
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Between August 21 and September 21, Trump’s net approval rating decreased in Florida, Kansas, Kentucky, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, Oklahoma, South Dakota, and Texas.
The average drop in approval was about 2.1 percentage points across these states.
Trump’s policy allowed up to 300,000 metric tons of extra beef imports over 90 days without high tariffs, aimed at lowering ground beef prices.
Trump said the imported beef would be sold at 25% below current market prices to help consumers.
Beef prices were 9.4% higher than a year earlier when the policy was announced, and the U.S. cattle supply was at a historically low level.
Some cattle industry groups and Republican leaders opposed the policy, saying it could hurt efforts to rebuild the U.S. cattle herd.
The National Cattlemen's Beef Association warned that flooding the market with cheaper imported beef might harm long-term cattle production stability.
Approval rating changes may have many causes and are not definitively linked to Trump’s beef import policy.
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