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The ceasefire deal between Hamas and Israel creates political risks for the militant group's leadership and for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. LA Times
VOA VIEW: Time will tell.
A panel from the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals — including two judges appointed by President Trump — heard arguments Thursday over Oregon's challenge to the administration's deployment of soldiers to the state. LA Times
VOA VIEW: As they should.
Discussions between the US and Ukraine over the possible transfer of Tomahawk missiles is showing “positive signals,” with technical coordination between the two countries already underway, a Ukrainian Foreign Ministry spokesperson said. New York Post
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The stone arch would be constructed just across the Potomac River from the Lincoln Memorial -- soaring above that memorial's 99-foot height -- and add a major new element to DC's public architecture. New York Post
"That is why I am using my authority, as Commander in Chief, to direct our Secretary of War, Pete Hegseth, to use all available funds to get our Troops PAID on October 15th" New York Post
VOA VIEW: Good!
The Trump administration said over 4,000 workers would be laid off. Farmers trying to plan next year’s crops don’t have all the tools they need. Some medical services have been curtailed in Native communities. New York Times
VOA VIEW: It will work out.
The president’s move to fire federal workers and his threats to make others go without pay were aimed at pressuring Democrats to cut a deal to reopen the government. The tactics have fueled Democrats’ resolve. New York Times
VOA VIEW: Dems fault.
A directive, which Israeli officials believe was written by Yahya Sinwar, the powerful leader of Hamas in Gaza, and recordings called for fighters to target soldiers and civilian communities — and to broadcast the violent acts. New York Times
VOA VIEW: Hamas is guilty.
Attorney General Letitia James of New York purchased the $137,000 home for a grandniece who needed tranquillity. Prosecutors say it is an impermissible investment property. New York Times
VOA VIEW: She should be found guilty.
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China is building a network of ultrahigh-voltage power lines to carry solar and wind energy hundreds and even thousands of miles as few citizens dare to protest. New York Times
VOA VIEW: China will pay for their stupidity.
The former president, who was diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer in May, also had a cancerous lesion removed from his forehead recently. New York Times
President Trump is in "exceptional health," the physician to the president said in a letter after his semiannual physical. Washington Times
Two young Republican groups have challenged statistical methods used to produce the results of the 2020 census, four years after the numbers were released, as the GOP continues its growing attack on the numbers from the last U.S. head count. Washington Times
VOA VIEW: They should prevail.
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The U.N. Security Council scheduled an emergency meeting late Friday at Venezuela's request on U.S. military actions in recent weeks in the waters off the South American country against what Washington calls drug traffickers. Washington Times
VOA VIEW: The UN will continue to loose US support and funding.
A storm without a name was expected to bring flooding to the East Coast from South Carolina to New Jersey and high winds to New York City over the holiday weekend. Washington Times
National Guard troops were seen patrolling in Memphis for the first time on Friday, as part of President Donald Trump's federal task force, which faces multiple legal challenges. Washington Times
VOA VIEW: So!
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Consumer sentiment remains steady in October, with Americans feeling skittish about high prices and poor job prospects but showing no signs of panic over the government shutdown, according to a key index. Washington Times
VOA VIEW: So be it,
The government shutdown entered its 11th day Saturday as Republicans and Democrats remain at an impasse over a spending plan, and the Trump administration began laying off thousands of federal workers. CBS
VOA VIEW: Dem stupidity.
CBS News has confirmed that thousands of FBI agents, usually tasked with combating domestic terrorism and other national security threats, have been reassigned to immigration enforcement. CBS
VOA VIEW: The most useful deployment.
On "60 Minutes," Scott Pelley will be reporting on a threat to America's infrastructure. It comes from China and its cyber program. Pelley spoke with retired General Tim Haugh, former head of the U.S. Cyber Command. CBS
VOA VIEW: China is a threat.
ICE's John Schultz said he's "confident" that once the administration receives approval from a third country to accept Abrego Garcia, he could be deported within 72 hours. CBS
VOA VIEW: He should be deported ASAP.
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The government shutdown is bringing more staffing issues at air traffic control facilities across the country. Meanwhile, OMB Director Russ Vought said the Trump administration has started handing out layoff notices to federal workers. Kris Van Cleave and Nancy Cordes have details. CBS
VOA VIEW: Dem problem.
Financial markets slumped Friday after President Trump threatened to raise tariffs on China over a dispute involving rare earths. CBS
VOA VIEW: Expected!
These charts track prices consumers pay for groceries and other goods now compared to five years ago. CBS
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The Trump administration and Republicans have sought to blame Democrats for the government shutdown, and any negative fallout from it. CNBC
VOA VIEW: A problem caused by Dems.
The selloff underscored renewed investor anxiety over escalating U.S.-China tensions. CNBC
VOA VIEW: China will loose.
Air traffic control staffing shortages have driven up some flight delays at U.S. airports this week. CNBC
Apple is in late-stage talks with startup Prompt AI to bring on the company's employees and its computer vision technology. CNBC
Trump announced the agreement with AstraZeneca on Friday, after striking a similar deal with Pfizer late last month. CNBC
VOA VIEW: Good!
The Treasury plans to hold another round of interviews with all five candidates in the coming weeks and months. CNBC
The IRS has announced new federal tax changes for 2026 that may affect what families may owe and the refunds they may receive. CNBC
VOA VIEW: Good for most.
Tax savings were one of the least-cited reasons to move, with entrepreneurs more likely to cite personal safety or expanding their business as motivations. CNBC
The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) rejected a Trump administration proposal that would usher in sweeping reforms in exchange for benefits. FOX News
VOA VIEW: A big MIT mistake.
Tyler Robinson's attorneys argue that wearing civilian clothing during court appearances will help preserve his constitutional right to a fair trial in the Charlie Kirk murder case. FOX News
A Rutgers professor signed a Change.org petition accusing the conservative Turning Point USA chapter of promoting hate speech and inciting violence against the community. FOX News
VOA VIEW: Fool!
Jay Jones faces bipartisan backlash as Virginia police groups call his alleged violent text messages about House Speaker Todd Gilbert 'profoundly reckless' and disqualifying. FOX News
Online cargo theft has surged as organized crime targets U.S. trucking. Experts warn the freight fraud wave is driving up costs and hitting consumers nationwide. FOX News
Agitators arrested in Tuesday night's pro-Palestinian riot now face a felony “promotion of anarchy" charge, according to the district attorney's office. FOX News
VOA VIEW: As they should.
Harvard University refuses to condemn political violence after hosting a controversial 2018 panel where faculty discussed armed political action. FOX News
VOA VIEW: Harvard is over rated.
North Korea showed off the new Hwasong-20 ICBM, its "most powerful nuclear strategic weapon," at a military parade, state-run media reported on Saturday. UPI
VOA VIEW: It is a deception.
The White House released a statement this week celebrating Columbus Day and praising the maligned explorer. But did he "discover" America? Not really. UPI
VOA VIEW: Good!
A withdrawal of military forces to lines set out in the first phase of a U.S.-brokered cease-fire deal between Israel and Hamas got underway within hours. UPI
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The Bureau of Labor Statistics has called back economists and IT staff to prepare the Consumer Price Index report. It is scheduled for release on Oct. 24. UPI
Tropical Storm Jerry is expected to travel north through the weekend before veering eastward as it nears Bermuda Sunday afternoon. UPI
British competition regulator will seek to better regulate Google search capabilities after the government unleashed new regulatory powers on the search giant. UPI
VOA VIEW: As they should.
The presence of a large Chinese fishing fleet off northern Chile has raised concerns among small-scale fishermen and maritime authorities in recent months. UPI
VOA VIEW: They are too aggressive.
China will start charging U.S. ships docking at its ports in a direct response to the Trump administration imposing the same fee on Chinese vessels entering U.S. shores. UPI