Russian philosopher Aleksandr Dugin offered Russia’s military help to bring order to Europe, amid rising unrest in France and Italy. On the same day, President Donald Trump defended his decision to ease sanctions on Russia and criticized Ukraine’s position in the war against Russia.
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Aleksandr Dugin, a Russian ultranationalist thinker, said on social media that Russia could restore order in France and Germany.
Dugin called for European countries to invite Russia to stop chaos instead of opposing it.
President Trump defended waiving new sanctions on Russia and a diesel trade deal with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Trump said Ukraine’s ability to negotiate worsens because many Ukrainian men are killed, wounded, or fighting.
UNESCO recognized Ukrainian borscht, a traditional soup, as a heritage needing protection due to the war with Russia.
Dugin promotes a vision of Russia as a powerful empire restoring order across Europe based on ethnic and religious identity.
Trump’s National Security Strategy warned Europe faces threats from migration and European Union institutions.
Trump cited domestic issues, including American fuel prices affected by the conflict, as reasons for his approach toward Russia and Ukraine.
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French President Emmanuel Macron refused to accept the resignation of his Interior Minister, Laurent Nunez, after weekend protests across France. These protests led to nearly 2,400 arrests and injured almost 1,000 police officers.
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Large protests took place across France on the weekend.
About 2,400 people were arrested during the protests.
Nearly 1,000 police and gendarmes were injured.
Interior Minister Laurent Nunez offered to resign but President Macron declined.
The protests caused damage including demolished shops.
The unrest is linked to broader social issues like education funding and economic problems.
President Macron described himself as a "lame-duck president," implying limited power or influence amid the situation.
The unrest reflects tensions in French society involving students, workers, and other groups demanding change.
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MSP Amanda Bland has left the Reform UK Scotland party and will now sit as an independent member in the Scottish Parliament. Her departure reduces Reform to the third-largest group at Holyrood, behind Labour and the SNP.
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Amanda Bland represents Central Scotland and Lothians West as a list MSP.
Bland resigned from Reform UK Scotland but has not publicly explained why.
Reform UK Scotland now has one fewer member than the Labour party.
Reform UK Scotland started with 17 MSPs after the May election.
If Bland resigns fully, her seat would go to the next Reform candidate on the party list.
Bland’s background includes working as a primary school teacher and police officer.
Scottish Labour deputy leader criticized Reform’s performance in parliament.
Reform UK Scotland finished second in the election behind the SNP, tied with Labour.
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Reports say Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) has helped Yemen's Houthis with training, intelligence, and weapons for attacks on Saudi Arabia. This support has enabled the Houthis to seize key areas in Yemen and launch more powerful drone and missile strikes on Saudi targets.
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Iran’s IRGC reportedly provided the Houthis with training, intelligence, tactical advice, and targeting help.
The Houthis attacked Saudi Arabia, hitting places like King Khalid International Airport, killing 13 people.
The Houthis took control of Yemen’s Red Sea coast and the Bab al-Mandeb strait in a September offensive.
Iranian flights transported IRGC officers, drone parts, missile guidance systems, and detonators to Yemen.
IRGC officers were said to be directing Houthi attacks on the ground.
Saudi officials confirmed an external state is supporting the Houthis, but did not name Iran directly.
The Houthis have used advanced weapons including ballistic missiles, suicide drones, and explosive boats.
Iran and the Houthis deny direct collaboration, but analysts, including Yemen specialists, see clear links.
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Anthropic, the AI company behind the Claude chatbot, plans to give 5% of its shares to a fund aimed at helping the public. The fund will support donations to charities and help groups affected by AI developments. The company is preparing to go public with a large stock market listing.
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Anthropic will commit 5% of its shares, worth about $48 billion, to a public benefit fund once approved by shareholders.
The company will add 2% more shares to the fund for every 50% rise in its value over a set baseline.
The fund is meant to support large donations to nonprofits and help populations affected by AI's impact.
Anthropic has already committed $200 million to address AI-related issues but says bigger efforts may be needed.
The company warned some AI models could soon self-replicate and spread through internet-connected devices.
Anthropic is valued at $965 billion after a recent funding round and plans an IPO in November, possibly valuing it at $1.5 trillion.
Elon Musk responded by pledging to give away SpaceX shares to the public and to kids in America.
Anthropic was founded by former OpenAI employees and operates as a public benefit corporation, balancing profit and public good.
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Israeli police arrested 10 Israeli suspects linked to settler attacks in the occupied West Bank, including violence against a U.S. photojournalist and European diplomats. These arrests come amid a rise in settler violence during the Palestinian olive harvest season.
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Ten Israeli suspects were arrested on suspicion of violence, breaking military zone rules, and illegal building.
The arrests relate to attacks on a U.S. photojournalist and diplomats from France, Belgium, and Poland.
U.S. photojournalist Heidi Levine was severely injured after being beaten by settlers.
European diplomats were attacked while visiting the Christian village of Taybeh.
Israeli authorities blamed “Israeli rioters” for the attacks and noted a lack of coordination by the diplomats in visiting sensitive areas.
Prime Minister Netanyahu described the situation vaguely and questioned some facts about Levine’s attack.
The U.K. condemned settler violence as “ethnic cleansing” and has imposed sanctions on products from illegal settlements.
Rights groups say settler violence in the West Bank has increased and that punishments for attackers are rare.
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The article discusses challenges faced by autistic people and their families in getting the right support and services in the United States. It says that too often, people receive help based on what is available, not what fits their needs, and calls for better planning and respect for individual choices.
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About 650,000 people wait for Medicaid home and community-based services, which support various populations including autistic individuals.
Families often struggle to find help before reaching a crisis or exhaustion point.
Autism support needs change over time, shifting from skill development to daily help and housing as people become adults.
Public attitudes sometimes focus on limitations, which can limit options for autistic individuals.
The 1999 Supreme Court case Olmstead v. L.C. ruled that unjustified segregation of people with disabilities is discrimination.
Real choice means selecting care based on needs, not just accepting what is available due to lack of options.
Employment or independence should not determine a person’s right to respect and support.
Support systems should be personalized and reliable, ranging from communication help to daily care and family respite.
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The documentary "You Can See Everything" about Elizabeth Holmes, the Theranos founder convicted of fraud, made $15 million in its first weekend at the box office in the US and Canada. The film was shown on 855 screens and received strong reviews, making it one of the most successful documentary openings in recent history.
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The documentary runs for three hours and shows Holmes during the month before she started an 11-year prison sentence.
It was co-directed by comedian Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim.
The film earned $15 million in its opening weekend from 855 screens.
This is the second-best opening weekend ever for a documentary after Michael Moore’s 2004 film "Fahrenheit 9/11."
The documentary’s success is notable because it had fewer than 1,000 screens but still earned more than most documentaries.
Elizabeth Holmes was convicted of tricking investors in her medical testing company, Theranos.
The film blends documentary style with social experiment and prank elements.
Critics have given the film high praise and it is being considered for awards like the Oscars.
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Australian independent lawmaker Helen Haines was seriously injured after being hit by a car outside her office in Wangaratta. Authorities say the incident was intentional, and the suspect was arrested while a knife was found in his vehicle.
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Helen Haines, aged 65, was critically injured after a Toyota Land Cruiser struck her outside her office.
Police and bystanders apprehended a 43-year-old male driver at the scene.
A knife was found inside the suspect's car.
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called the incident a deliberate attack.
Police have involved the counterterrorism squad to investigate the motive.
Threats and abuse towards Australian politicians have been increasing in recent years.
Haines is known for her work on climate action, political transparency, and fighting corruption.
Her family asked for privacy and thanked emergency responders for their help.
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Mexican authorities arrested five men connected to the kidnapping and murder of 10 Mexican workers from a Canadian mining company in Sinaloa. The victims were mistakenly targeted by a faction of the Sinaloa cartel, which has been involved in violent internal conflicts since 2024.
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Ten Mexican workers from Canadian mining company Vizsla Silver were kidnapped and killed in Sinaloa on January 23.
The victims included two engineers and one geologist, whose bodies were found buried in secret graves.
Authorities arrested five suspects linked to a violent faction of the Sinaloa cartel, including a man nicknamed "Taliban."
The workers were reportedly mistaken for members of a rival cartel faction involved in a power struggle since September 2024.
The cartel faction is controlled by the sons of jailed druglord Joaquin "El Chapo" Guzman.
Kidnappings and violence involving cartels are common in Mexico, with over 120,000 disappearances since the 1950s.
Mines are sometimes targeted by cartels for extortion or to steal valuable minerals.
The Sinaloa cartel is designated a terrorist organization by the United States.
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Bob Woodward reveals in his upcoming memoir "Secrets" that Richard Darman, a close friend and senior official under Presidents Reagan and George H.W. Bush, was a key source of sensitive government information. Woodward describes their close relationship, the valuable insights Darman shared, and how their friendship ended over a damaging news series about Bush.
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Bob Woodward’s memoir "Secrets" will be published on November 15.
Richard Darman was a staff secretary to President Reagan and budget director under President George H.W. Bush.
Darman shared sensitive information with Woodward about intelligence and covert operations, carefully avoiding harm to national security.
Woodward met with Darman at least 58 times and kept detailed notes and memos from their conversations.
Their friendship ended after a Washington Post series that hurt Bush’s reputation.
Woodward admits to a professional and moral disappointment connected to his work at the Washington Post.
Darman was known as a tough political operator, but Woodward valued his openness and confidence as a source and friend.
The memoir includes personal details about Darman’s criticism of First Lady Nancy Reagan and insights into government operations.
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Israeli police arrested 10 people in the West Bank after settlers attacked an American journalist and several European diplomats during the olive harvest. The attacks caused serious injuries and occurred amid rising settler violence in the area.
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Ten suspects were arrested for violence, breaking military orders, and illegal building in the West Bank.
Photojournalist Heidi Levine was severely beaten by masked settlers while covering the olive harvest in Abu Falah.
European diplomats from Belgium, France, Poland, and the Catholic Church were attacked by settlers in nearby Taybeh.
Levine suffered broken bones and other injuries and had to have surgery.
Settler violence has increased sharply this year, especially during the olive harvest season.
Israeli human rights group Yesh Din recorded 269 violent incidents related to the olive harvest in 20 days.
The US ambassador to Israel called the arrests a positive step in punishing the attackers.
Israeli and US officials condemned the attacks and stressed that such violence does not represent Israel's values.
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Dr. Helen Haines, the independent Member of Parliament (MP) for Indi in Victoria, was hit by a car in what Prime Minister Anthony Albanese called a deliberate attack. Haines is known for her work on rural health and anti-corruption, and the incident shocked politicians from all parties across Australia.
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Helen Haines is the independent MP for Indi, a large area in north-eastern Victoria.
She was hit by a car on Monday in an incident described as an attack by Prime Minister Albanese.
Haines is known for her work on rural health issues and helping create the National Anti-Corruption Commission (NACC).
She has a background as a nurse and midwife, with advanced degrees in public health and medical science.
Haines was first elected to Parliament in 2019, after Cathy McGowan retired.
She has proposed laws to improve political integrity and fought for a national anti-corruption body.
Haines currently serves as deputy chair of the parliamentary committee overseeing the NACC.
Politicians from many parties expressed shock and support after the incident.
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French retailers suffered heavy losses after widespread looting during weekend protests. The business community met with the government to address the crisis, while tourism and financial markets showed signs of worry about the situation.
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Riots over the weekend led to significant looting affecting French stores.
French business leaders held a crisis meeting with government officials to find solutions.
The tourism industry fears fewer winter holiday bookings due to the unrest.
Investors sold off French government bonds and the euro currency in reaction to the events.
The protests are linked to the Yellow Vest movement, which plans more demonstrations.
French President Macron condemned the violence and said it cannot be justified.
Media coverage shows mixed reactions, describing the situation as chaotic and polarizing.
The disturbances have raised concerns about France’s economic stability in the near term.
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In the 2026 midterm elections, both Democrats and Republicans are trying to win full control of state governments, called "trifectas," by holding the governor's office and both state legislative chambers. Democrats have several chances to gain trifectas in states like Pennsylvania, Minnesota, and Nevada, while Republicans have fewer opportunities but are focused on defending and possibly gaining control in states like Kansas.
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A "trifecta" means one party controls the governor’s office and both state legislative chambers.
Democrats aim to flip the Pennsylvania state Senate while keeping the governorship if Governor Josh Shapiro wins again.
In Pennsylvania, Democrats currently control the House, and Republicans control the Senate.
Minnesota’s state House is nearly evenly split, and Democrats want to gain full control along with the governorship.
Nevada Democrats hold legislative majorities and want to win the governorship to get a trifecta.
Republicans are focused on holding their current state majorities and have a chance at a trifecta in Kansas.
Both parties see controlling state governments as important to passing laws on issues like wages, abortion, healthcare, and workers’ rights.
The election outcome will shape policy decisions and political power in multiple states.
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Four people were arrested after a police officer was shot in the foot in Nottingham city centre. The officer is in stable condition in the hospital while the police investigate the incident.
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A male police officer was shot just before 4:50 a.m. on Sunday in Angel Row, Nottingham.
Four people were arrested: two women aged 25 and 27, and two men aged 24 and 30.
The 27-year-old woman is suspected of causing serious harm and having a firearm with intent to harm.
The other three are suspected of helping an offender.
The 30-year-old man was arrested in Bedfordshire early Monday after a vehicle stop.
A police cordon in Angel Row was lifted after the investigation began.
The injured officer is stable and receiving support from colleagues and family.
Police continue to investigate the details before, during, and after the shooting.
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Nate Silver, a well-known election analyst, has increased the chances that Democrats will win control of the U.S. Senate in the upcoming November midterm elections. His latest forecast shows a 75% probability that Democrats will take the Senate, moving the rating from "Lean Democrat" to "Likely Democrat."
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Nate Silver uses a model called FLIPR 2026 to predict election outcomes.
The model tracks races for the Senate, House of Representatives, and governor seats.
Democrats want to regain control of the Senate, which Republicans currently control.
Silver’s forecast now gives Democrats a 75% chance of winning the Senate.
The rating moved from "Lean D" (slightly favoring Democrats) to "Likely D" (more confident in Democrats).
The model uses polling data and other signs to make predictions.
Predictions are estimates and can change as new information arrives.
The election will be held on November 3, 2024.
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A police officer was shot in the foot in Nottingham city center early Sunday morning. Four people have been arrested in connection with the shooting, and the injured officer is in stable condition in hospital.
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The shooting happened at about 4:50 a.m. on Sunday in Angel Row, Nottingham.
The officer was hit by a projectile believed to be fired from a shotgun.
Two suspects fled the scene after the shooting.
Four people have been arrested: a 27-year-old woman for serious injury and firearm-related charges, plus three others suspected of helping offenders.
Arrests were made in Nottingham and Bedfordshire during police operations on Sunday and Monday.
The injured officer is recovering and receiving support in hospital.
Police continue to investigate the incident to understand what happened before, during, and after the shooting.
The police are asking the public to respect the officer’s privacy at this time.
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President Donald Trump shared a new plan to renovate East Potomac Golf Links, a public golf course in Washington, D.C. The updated design includes changes to the golf course layout and the use of nearby parkland, and construction is planned to start on November 15 despite a legal challenge.
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East Potomac Golf Links is a 106-year-old public golf course in Washington, D.C.
The updated plan removes a nine-hole short course that was in the earlier design and shows only one 18-hole course and a driving range.
The golf course will extend further into public park areas, including spaces now used for picnics and playgrounds.
A nearby road loop for pedestrians and cyclists may be affected or removed, but details are unclear.
The status of the historic miniature golf course and cherry trees near it is uncertain in the new design.
President Trump announced construction would begin on November 15, with about 15 months planned for closure during renovations.
There is a legal challenge to the project that has temporarily stopped tree-cutting due to environmental and historic preservation concerns.
Locals and golfers are worried the redesign might reduce public access and affordability of the golf course and park.
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A large clean-up effort is happening across France after nationwide protests that caused damage and looting. The demonstrations were about high prices and reduced public services, and thousands of people were arrested.
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Protests took place all over France from cities in the north, south, east, and southwest.
Demonstrations were sparked by rising costs and declining public services.
The protests led to looting and damage to many shops.
Thousands of people were arrested during and after the protests.
French authorities started a big clean-up operation on Monday following the unrest.
The French interior minister said the police lost control during the protests.
French President Emmanuel Macron addressed the nation about the situation.
The unrest continued for several days, affecting different parts of the country.
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