President Donald Trump asked Kimberly Guilfoyle, the US Ambassador to Greece, to resign after reports said she sold access to Trump administration officials in exchange for money, gifts, and favors. Guilfoyle was once engaged to President Trump’s son, Donald Trump Jr.
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Kimberly Guilfoyle was the US Ambassador to Greece.
The White House requested her resignation due to an ethics scandal.
Reports claimed she sold access to Trump administration officials for money, gifts, and favors.
President Trump said he was considering firing her before the resignation request.
Guilfoyle was once engaged to Donald Trump Jr., the president’s son.
The announcement was made on Tuesday, October 14, 2026.
The story was covered by FRANCE 24 and included comments from their International Affairs Editor.
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Cornell University’s faculty senate is starting a debate on a no-confidence resolution criticizing the university’s leadership for handling sexual assault cases poorly. The resolution focuses on campus sexual violence and calls for better leadership, without demanding specific resignations or policy changes.
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About 150 faculty members support the no-confidence resolution.
The resolution accuses the university’s central administration of failing to address sexual assault effectively.
It was prompted by allegations of a gang rape at a Cornell fraternity.
The resolution does not ask for specific resignations or policy changes.
Cornell’s president and provost will speak and answer questions before the debate.
The faculty senate includes professors and other academic staff who serve three-year terms.
A formal vote on the resolution is planned for later in October 2026.
The resolution highlights that the recent case is part of a larger, ongoing problem on campus.
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A former Macalester College professor in St. Paul, Minnesota, Paul Fischer, is charged with felony property damage for allegedly spilling urine on a student’s backpack. The incident is part of a series of similar urine-related cases at the college over about a year, leading to his resignation and legal action.
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Paul Fischer, 55, worked 25 years as a biology professor at Macalester College.
He is charged with first-degree property damage after spilling urine on a student’s backpack causing over $2,000 in damage.
Police linked Fischer to at least six incidents involving urine found in trash cans, water bottles, and decorations around the college.
The student discovered urine on her backpack in December but reported it to police in February.
Fischer admitted to a habit of urinating into cups and disposing of the urine around campus over the past 1.5 to 2 years.
He resigned from the college during the 2025-2026 academic year after the investigation.
If convicted, Fischer could face up to five years in prison and a $10,000 fine.
Macalester College stated they are aware of the charges but offered no further comment due to the ongoing legal case.
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Groups and individuals who want stricter rules for artificial intelligence (AI) have spent nearly $50 million this election cycle to support U.S. candidates who favor AI safety regulation. This spending shows a growing political influence from AI researchers and safety advocates who want laws to manage AI risks.
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AI safety groups and donors have spent about $48 million supporting candidates in both Democratic and Republican races.
Donors include AI researchers from companies like OpenAI and Redwood.
Guardrails Alliance, an AI safety group backed by tech workers, raised $11.7 million for political support through a super PAC and other organizations.
Some AI industry executives have pulled back large donations due to internal disagreements about regulation.
Groups against rapid AI development have spent less money than expected, giving safety advocates more influence.
Donors say they support candidates based on their views on AI regulation, not party affiliation.
A super PAC called Leading the Future still holds over $31 million and backs both Democrats and Republicans, aiming for a broad coalition.
The election cycle will test whether candidates taking AI industry money and opposing regulation face political losses.
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President Donald Trump has made several moves that favor Russia in the days before the U.S. midterm elections. These actions include a deal to allow more Russian diesel fuel on global markets and calls for Ukraine to change its leadership, prompting criticism from both parties.
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President Trump spoke with Russian President Vladimir Putin and then made several concessions to Russia.
He announced a deal to let millions of tons of Russian diesel reach global markets, easing sanctions meant to limit Russia's war money.
Trump criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and suggested Kyiv should replace him.
He called for an immediate "energy ceasefire," but Russia has continued attacking Ukraine's energy infrastructure.
Trump dismissed reports that Russia is helping Iran's war efforts by sharing U.S. military information.
Some Republican senators called the diesel deal a "betrayal" and a gift to Russia.
Most Americans, including many Republicans, view Putin negatively.
Trump's past ties with Putin have caused division within the Republican Party and Washington since 2016.
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Recent polls show Democrats leading Republicans nationally, increasing chances for the Democrats to win control of both the House and Senate in the upcoming midterm elections. Some experts see several signs pointing to a strong Democratic performance, while some Republicans are reducing campaign efforts in key states.
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Polls show Democrats at 48% and Republicans at 40% nationwide.
Forecasts give Democrats an 88% chance to win the House and 72% chance to win the Senate.
50% of Americans identify as Democrats or lean Democratic, the highest in 17 years.
Democrats have gained a slight lead in trust on handling the economy.
Republicans are spending less in Georgia and North Carolina Senate races where Democrats are favored.
Republican Senate candidate Michael Whatley in North Carolina has not led in major polls.
Incumbent Democrat Jon Ossoff in Georgia has over a 95% chance to win according to prediction markets.
Some GOP leaders suggest focusing resources on races with better chances of winning.
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The article discusses concerns about a suspected case of plague in Russia and how political tensions in the U.S. influence reactions to such crises. It highlights the debate over using the 25th Amendment to remove a president, noting both parties have pushed for its use depending on who holds the presidency.
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A suspected case of pneumonic plague was reported in Russia.
Readers viewed the news about the plague as less politically biased than other political coverage.
Some Democrats called for the use of the 25th Amendment to remove President Trump after controversial remarks.
The 25th Amendment is meant to remove a president unable to perform duties, not simply unpopular remarks.
Republicans previously used similar calls to remove President Joe Biden after his 2024 debate performance.
Political parties have switched roles in calling for the amendment’s use depending on whether they are in power.
The article suggests slowing down to carefully assess situations instead of reacting urgently to every presidential action.
Elections and normal political processes are preferred over frequent attempts to remove presidents by constitutional measures.
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The article discusses how socialist ideas and practices are becoming more common in the United States. It presents a quiz with 20 questions related to everyday life and politics that help people see where they stand between socialism and capitalism.
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New York’s mayor Zohran Mamdani is a democratic socialist and has a 60% favorability rating among likely city voters.
The Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) had over 120,000 members as of July 2025.
The article highlights examples of socialism in American life, such as city-owned utilities and public libraries.
Some DSA proposals include reducing the workweek to 32 hours with full pay and abolishing the Senate.
Starbucks workers are unionizing and supporting causes like Palestinian solidarity, affecting the company’s public image.
Public libraries loan millions of digital books for free but have long waits due to limited copies, showing how rationing works in public services.
The article notes that although socialism was once mainly an academic idea, it is now influencing politics and daily life in the U.S.
The quiz measures how much someone’s views or actions align with socialist principles, using questions about things like milk preferences and views on healthcare.
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U.S. gas prices reached a new record for the longest time above $4 per gallon, continuing for 158 days. This rise is linked to global tensions, especially in the Middle East, and is affecting the economy and political discussions before the midterm elections.
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Gas prices in the U.S. have stayed above $4 per gallon for 158 days, breaking the previous record from 2022.
The average price as of Tuesday morning was $4.34 per gallon.
Gas prices have increased by more than 46% since late February, partly due to joint U.S. and Israel actions in Iran.
This price rise adds about $73.5 billion to U.S. household fuel costs, or about $561 per household.
Diesel prices are also high, averaging $6.27 per gallon, impacting farmers, truckers, and shipping.
The price increase is influenced by concerns over oil supply caused by Middle East tensions.
Efforts to ease the burden, like suspending gas taxes, have not stopped prices from climbing.
President Donald Trump’s administration emphasized energy dominance and aims to reduce fuel costs.
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Joni Mitchell, a Canadian-born singer-songwriter, has become a U.S. citizen after living in the country since the mid-1960s. She shared her citizenship ceremony on Instagram and expressed relief that she can now vote in U.S. elections.
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Joni Mitchell was born in Alberta, Canada, in 1943.
She moved to the U.S. after marrying American folk singer Chuck Mitchell in 1965.
Mitchell became known on the U.S. folk music scene and released her first album in 1968.
She settled in California and recorded successful albums, including "Ladies of the Canyon."
Mitchell had a brain aneurysm in 2015 and recovered after extensive treatment.
She returned to performing live in 2022 with special concerts and festival appearances.
A movie about her life is being made, with Meryl Streep set to play Mitchell.
Becoming a U.S. citizen allows Mitchell to vote in American elections, which she had previously been unable to do.
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A woman in Pennsylvania is accused of stabbing her husband and young son to death at a resort before asking for help to kill herself. Police found the bodies and took her to a hospital, and the case is being treated as a domestic tragedy with no danger to the public.
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The suspect is Metallica Rose Harrison, 27 years old.
The incident took place at the Great Wolf Lodge in Pocono Township, Pennsylvania.
Harrison called police saying she needed help to commit suicide.
Officers found cuts on her wrist and small wounds on her neck.
Her husband, Charles Harrison, died from multiple stab wounds to the chest.
Their three-year-old son died from a single stab wound to the chest.
Police describe the case as an isolated domestic tragedy with no community threat.
Harrison is waiting for a court hearing, and the investigation is ongoing.
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A judge in Washington D.C. has temporarily stopped President Donald Trump’s plan to cut down hundreds of trees at a historic golf course. The judge cited concerns about unclear reasons, budget, and environmental effects, referencing the Dr. Seuss book The Lorax to highlight the importance of protecting trees.
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Judge Ana C. Reyes, appointed by President Biden, blocked tree removal at East Potomac Golf Course.
The Department of the Interior had ordered the removal of around 430 trees.
The National Park Service removed about 430 trees in early October before the order was blocked.
The judge issued a temporary restraining order effective until October 26.
The ruling mentioned unclear reasons and unknown environmental impact of the tree cutting.
The judge warned that removing the trees would permanently change the area’s landscape.
A footnote in the ruling referenced The Lorax, a Dr. Seuss book about protecting nature.
The White House, Department of the Interior, and National Park Service were contacted for comment but did not respond immediately.
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Senator Jon Ossoff of Georgia denied plans to run for president in 2028 and said he wants to finish his current Senate term if re-elected. On the same night, candidates in Georgia, Maine, and Iowa debated intensely, discussing issues like President Trump’s foreign policy, the cost of living, and their political records.
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Senator Jon Ossoff insists he will not run for president in 2028 and wants to complete his Senate term.
Republican Mike Collins challenged Ossoff, calling him a socialist and accusing him of using neo-Nazi propaganda linked to Collins’ family.
Ossoff and Collins exchanged personal attacks, including disputed campaign funding and Epstein-related issues.
In Maine, Senator Susan Collins highlighted her independence from President Trump and her efforts to secure federal funding for her state.
Maine’s Democratic challenger Troy Jackson argued Collins supported Trump policies harmful to Maine and blamed her partly for a fatal ICE shooting.
In Iowa, Republican Ashley Hinson disagreed with Trump on easing sanctions on Russia and opposed his tariffs.
Democratic challenger Josh Turek said Hinson helped cause farm problems by supporting Trump’s tariffs and war efforts.
Candidates in all three states debated issues around Trump’s foreign policy and how their votes affected local and national matters.
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Labor’s plan to reduce private health insurance rebates for people over 65 has been blocked in Australia’s parliament because the Greens want pensioners excluded from the changes. The bill would have saved $3 billion starting in 2027, but now must be reintroduced to be considered again.
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Labor proposed cutting the private health insurance rebate for Australians over 65 to save $3 billion.
The Greens oppose the bill unless pensioners are excluded from these changes.
The current rebate is higher for people aged 70 and over.
The bill was blocked in the Senate by the Greens, Coalition, and crossbench senators, and was discharged, meaning it must be reintroduced.
Health Minister Mark Butler plans to bring the bill back for debate.
Government modeling predicts nearly 80,000 older Australians might drop private health cover by 2028-29 if the changes proceed.
Pensioners’ groups and several state health ministers say the cuts could harm older people and increase pressure on public hospitals.
The bill’s defeat follows other failed cost-saving measures related to veterans’ health care.
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Comedian Shane Gillis made a joke on Saturday Night Live about women wearing tiny gym shorts, which drew both laughter and criticism. The article discusses how American society struggles with balancing humor and offense, especially in politics and social media.
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Shane Gillis joked that women wearing tiny gym shorts look like whores on Saturday Night Live.
He also complained that men are unfairly not allowed to look at women wearing such clothes.
Actor Dan Levy called Gillis’s remarks sexist.
The article highlights America's sensitivity to language and the difficulty in judging offense levels.
President Donald Trump has used harsh words for political opponents, seen by some as exaggeration and by others as harmful.
Across politics, opponents are often described negatively, turning every disagreement into a moral fight.
Social media tends to spread extreme comments more than balanced ones.
Former SNL cast member Ego Nwodim responded to Gillis’s joke with a sarcastic gym selfie, offering a witty, less extreme criticism.
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Iowa is facing serious concerns about water quality and rising cancer rates, which have become key topics in the state's political campaigns. The issues are linked to agricultural pollution, especially nitrates from fertilizers and animal waste, affecting both urban and rural communities.
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Iowa is dealing with budget challenges, trade issues hurting farmers, and rising water and cancer concerns.
Agricultural runoff containing nitrates and phosphorus pollutes Iowa's rivers, impacting drinking water quality.
Iowa has the second highest rate of new cancer cases in the U.S., with some types rising faster than national averages.
University of Iowa research shows some cancer increases are linked to lifestyle factors like smoking, but environmental causes like water nitrates are being studied.
The EPA does not currently label nitrates as a cancer risk but is reviewing this assessment.
Political candidates from both parties discuss water quality and cancer in campaigns, with differing views on regulation and rural impacts.
In the past, water utilities sued upstream counties to share nitrate removal costs, but the case was dismissed.
Iowa has put some restrictions on water use and invests about $100 million yearly in water quality efforts.
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Inflation in the United States likely increased in September, mainly due to higher gas prices and semiconductor costs. The Consumer Price Index is expected to show a 3.6% rise over the past year, with monthly prices up 0.6%, reflecting ongoing economic challenges two years after a major inflation peak.
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Inflation likely rose 3.6% in September compared to a year earlier, up from 3.4% in August.
Monthly prices increased 0.6% from August to September, the largest monthly rise since April.
Higher gas prices, affected by the Iran war, contributed significantly to the inflation rise.
Core inflation (excluding food and energy) probably increased 2.5% year-over-year in September.
The Federal Reserve has raised interest rates to about 3.9% to control inflation.
Fed officials are deciding if more rate hikes are needed, with one more hike expected later this year.
Gas price increases have raised airfare costs by about 23% compared to a year ago.
Inflation remains a political concern and affects President Donald Trump's approval ratings on economic issues.
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The UK government ended its “one in, one out” asylum deal with France after just over a year. The deal aimed to reduce small boat crossings in the English Channel by returning some asylum seekers to France in exchange for others coming legally to the UK but had little effect and faced challenges.
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The “one in, one out” policy lasted 423 days and tried to stop small boats crossing to the UK by exchanging asylum seekers with France.
Only about 4% (1,500 of 40,000) of small boat arrivals were returned to France under the deal.
Many people returned to France under the policy came back to the UK a second time or arrived undetected.
The UK government said scaling up the policy to be more effective was not possible.
Political concerns in France, including the upcoming French presidential election, also influenced the deal’s end.
The UK Home Office plans to double riot police on the French coast after ending the deal.
Small boat crossings have decreased recently, but the issue remains politically sensitive.
MI5 warned that extremists with anti-immigration views are more likely to consider terrorist acts against immigration centers.
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President Donald Trump has urged voters in Alaska to support the current Republican Senator Dan Sullivan in a close Senate race against Democrat Mary Peltola. The race is complicated by another Republican candidate with the same name, which Trump says is a strategy by Democrats to confuse voters and split the vote.
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Senator Dan Sullivan is running for re-election as a Republican in Alaska.
Democrat Mary Peltola, a former US House lawmaker, is his main opponent.
Another candidate named Daniel Sullivan, also a Republican, is running and may split the Republican vote.
President Trump called the other Daniel Sullivan the "fake Dan Sullivan" and said Democrats are behind this confusing tactic.
The election uses ranked-choice voting, allowing voters to rank up to five candidates.
Trump criticized ranked-choice voting as a "scam" and supports repealing it.
Sullivan claims Peltola plans to harm Alaska’s oil and gas industry, a key part of the state’s economy.
Peltola’s campaign says she will work with President Trump to support Alaska energy and lower costs if elected.
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A federal judge has temporarily stopped President Trump's attempt to ban CNN, MSNBC, and Politico from the White House. The judge's order keeps things as they are while the legal case moves forward.
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A federal judge named Timothy Kelly issued a preliminary injunction on Tuesday.
The injunction blocks President Trump's plan to bar certain news organizations from the White House.
The news organizations affected include CNN, MSNBC, and Politico.
The injunction requires the White House to maintain the current access situation during the court case.
This action follows a previous temporary restraining order from the same judge last month against the ban.
The legal move was requested by the media companies.
The judge’s decision means the banned media can continue covering the White House for now.
The story is still developing and may have further updates.
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