Gazans Continue To Stream South

Published: Sat, 10/14/23


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Gazans Continue to Stream South

Associated Press

Palestinians scrambled to flee northern Gaza on Saturday after the Israeli military ordered nearly half the population to evacuate south ahead of an expected land offensive

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Evidence of Missed Intel Mounts

CNN

The US intelligence community produced at least two assessments based in part on intelligence provided by Israel warning the Biden administration of an increased risk for conflict.

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Head of Hamas' Aerial Forces Killed

New York Post

Murad Abu Murad, a top Hamas official who helped orchestrate last week’s murderous attack in Israel, was killed during an overnight airstrike, according to the Israeli Air Force.

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State Dept. Discourages "De-Escalation"

Huffington Post

As Israel escalates its offensive, U.S. diplomats are being discouraged from publicly using three phrases that would urge calm.

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Editors Grapple With Graphic Images

Poynter

As the Israel-Hamas war escalates, its horrors have become more apparent by the day. The images are gut-wrenching. Children pulled from rubble. People bloodied and hurt. Bodies in the streets. 

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Hamas Practiced in Plain Sight

Associated Press

Less than a month before Hamas fighters blew through Israel’s high-tech “Iron Wall” and launched an attack that would leave more than 1,200 Israelis dead, they practiced in a very public dress rehearsal.

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W: "It's Going To Be Ugly For A While"

Axios

On video obtained by Axios, former President George W. Bush — in his first comments about the attack on Israel — warned that the expected Israeli ground offensive in Gaza is "going to be ugly for a while."

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U.S. Can Support Ukraine AND Israel

Wall Street Journal

Helping Kyiv won’t rob weapons to fight Hamas or Hezbollah. The implication is that the U.S. can’t supply both at once. But the two conflicts are different enough that the U.S. has weapons that can help Ukraine and Israel.

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House Progressives: "We Are Concerned"

Politico

Top progressive lawmakers are urging President Joe Biden to lean more heavily on Israel as it launches what seems likely to be an aggressive, bloody and lengthy campaign in Gaza.

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Dimon: "The Most Dangerous Time"

CNBC

JPMorgan Chase delivered strong profits for the third quarter along with a stern warning Friday from its top executive about the perils the world faces from multiple threats.

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Get Ready for The Solar Eclipse

Space.com

The sun will appear as a blazing ring of fire in the sky over the Americas on Saturday, Oct.14, as an annular eclipse sweeps over the continent.

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Russia's Largest Offensive in Months

ABC

Ukrainian forces are trying to hold off a major new Russian offensive operation in the strategic city of Avdiivka. Russia sent dozens of tanks and armored vehicles and thousands of troops into the assault.

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Jordan Nominated by GOP for Speaker

The Hill

House Republicans nominated Rep. Jim Jordan (R-Ohio) for Speaker on Friday, the conference’s second attempt to find a candidate who can win the gavel on the House floor.

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Baseball Writers Defend Arcia Gloating

Fansided

The BBWAA has chosen to support writer Jake Mintz, who faced criticism for reporting comments made by Orlando Arcia in the clubhouse.

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Microsoft Acquires Activision Blizzard

The Verge

Microsoft has finalized its $68.7 billion deal to acquire Activision Blizzard, the publisher of Call of Duty, World of Warcraft, and Diablo.

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NHL Pride Tape Ban Draws Backlash

NPR

Rainbow-colored Pride Tape has been part of pro ice hockey for seven years, symbolizing the sport's pledge to be welcoming and inclusive. But the NHL has banned the athletic tape, quickly sparking a backlash.

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Daily Cost Of Being In Office: $51

USA Today

From getting stuck in traffic and the extra effort put into getting dressed, many employees would much rather clock in from home. However, a recent survey found that one of the biggest reasons could simply be how costly it is to make money.

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Commission Calls for Nuclear Expansion

Defense News

A congressionally mandated commission on Thursday released its final report on the U.S. nuclear posture, recommending an increase in additional assets as China rapidly expands its own arsenal.

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Yes He Stole 'Wizard Of Oz' Slippers

Star Tribune

Terry J. Martin took a sledgehammer to the emergency exit and a plexiglass display case at the Judy Garland Museum in August 2005, believing the famed ruby slippers he was stealing were made with real gems.

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Willis's Dementia Battle Worsens

Vanity Fair

Caron said that FTD has rendered Willis largely unable to communicate. “When you're with him you know that he’s Bruce and you're grateful that he’s there, but the joie de vivre is gone.”

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Ronaldo Facing '99 Lashes' For Hugging Iranian Painter

For the Left

Cristiano Ronaldo could potentially face a punishment of 99 lashes for alleged adultery in Iran, after he posed for a photo with a painter and put his arm around her. 

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