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Mapmaker Testifies Against Own Role in Racist Texas Gerrymandering Conspiracy
International MSNBC

Mapmaker Testifies Against Own Role in Racist Texas Gerrymandering Conspiracy

Texas mapmaker testifying in federal court says they want to distance themselves from a gerrymander map they created due to its racist implications, which was designed by Republicans and ordered by the Trump administration. The mapmaker's testimony comes as part of a lawsuit filed against the state of Texas over its congressional district boundaries.

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Ceasefire Deal Brings Relief to Israel as Nation Reels from Gaza Conflict
Middle East Al Jazeera English

Ceasefire Deal Brings Relief to Israel as Nation Reels from Gaza Conflict

Relief and joy have gripped Israeli society following the announcement of a ceasefire deal in Gaza, marking an end to the hostilities that began after Hamas's attack on Israel in October. The reaction across the country has been almost uniform, with families of those taken captive expressing relief and gratitude for the sudden halt in violence.

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Afghanistan's Neighbours Unite Against US Plan for Bagram Airbase in Strong Opposition
North America Al Jazeera English

Afghanistan's Neighbours Unite Against US Plan for Bagram Airbase in Strong Opposition

Afghanistan's neighbors have opposed US plans to establish a new diplomatic mission at Bagram Airfield in Afghanistan's Kabul province, citing concerns over security and territorial disputes. The proposal was discussed during a meeting between Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan and US President Donald Trump in September.

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Minnesotans Urged to Take Action as Trump's Title IX Deadline Looms for Girls' Sports Protections
International Fox News

Minnesotans Urged to Take Action as Trump's Title IX Deadline Looms for Girls' Sports Protections

Minnesota's education agencies are facing calls from schools to protect girls' sports as they prepare for a looming deadline to change trans athlete policies set by the U.S. Department of Education on Friday. Over 40 school board members have expressed concerns about implementing changes that would allow girls to compete on boys' teams.

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Bihari Muslims Face Backlash Over Allegations of Being Bangladeshi Infiltrators
North America Al Jazeera English

Bihari Muslims Face Backlash Over Allegations of Being Bangladeshi Infiltrators

Muslims in India's poll-bound Bihar are facing a backlash over allegations of being 'Bangladeshi infiltrators,' sparking tensions between Hindus and Muslims in the state ahead of elections. The accusations have sparked widespread outrage among Muslim communities, who feel they are being unfairly targeted.

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White House Unveils 'Creative Solution' to Keep Nutrition Program Funding Amid Government Shutdown
North America Fox News

White House Unveils 'Creative Solution' to Keep Nutrition Program Funding Amid Government Shutdown

The White House blamed Democrats for a potential lapse in funding for the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) nutrition program, announcing a plan to use tariff revenue to keep it running during the government shutdown. President Donald Trump has authorized this 'creative solution' to prevent the program from being affected by the closure.

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DOJ Obtains Phone Records of Republicans, Fueling Claims of Government Overreach
International CNN

DOJ Obtains Phone Records of Republicans, Fueling Claims of Government Overreach

Congressional Republicans have claimed that the DOJ obtained their phone records as part of a government conspiracy against them, but details about the records reveal more nuanced circumstances. The extent to which Democrats' claims about Republican phone records obtained by the DOJ remain accurate is disputed among lawmakers and experts.

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Trump's Shutdown Puts Billionaires on Easy Street, Middle Class Pays the Price
North America Fox News

Trump's Shutdown Puts Billionaires on Easy Street, Middle Class Pays the Price

President Donald Trump's government shutdown has resulted in increased spending for billionaires while working Americans struggle to afford healthcare through the Affordable Care Act, a move criticized by many Republicans and Democrats alike. The shutdown has disproportionately affected low-income families who rely on ACA funding.

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