Biden Will Visit Israel on Wednesday

Published: Tue, 10/17/23


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Biden Will Visit Israel on Wednesday

USA Today

President Biden is visiting Israel and Jordan amid the Israel-Hamas conflict to meet with leaders, affirm Israel's defense rights, and address regional interference and humanitarian issues.

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Hamas Wants 6,000 Prisoners Released

Sky News

Hamas demands the release of 6,000 Palestinian detainees in exchange for hostages in Gaza, while increasing violence and airstrikes disrupt humanitarian aid efforts and border negotiations.

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Iran Warns of Pre-emptive Action

Barron's

Iran has warned of potential "pre-emptive action" against Israel, and Israel prepares for a ground offensive in Gaza; Tehran's stance reflects its long-standing support for Palestinians 1979.

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Friedman: Invasion is Wrong for Israel

The New York Times

An Israeli invasion of Gaza to address Hamas would be a strategic error due to deep-rooted Islamist movements, risking regional instability, harming global alliances, and not ensuring lasting peace.

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6-Year-Old Stabbed to Death in Hate Crime

ABC 7 Chicago

A 6-year-old Muslim boy, Wadea Al-Fayoume, was killed in a hate crime in Plainfield by Joseph Czuba, who was influenced by the Middle East conflict; the boy's mother was also seriously injured.

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Stavridis: U.S. Armada Grows, Now What?

Bloomberg

After a US armada's positioning near Israel, more warships and marines are dispatched, highlighting concerns about US involvement in the Gaza conflict and the safety of American citizens.

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WSJ Reporters Divided on Iran Story

Semafor

The Wall Street Journal published a contested report alleging Iran's involvement in a Hamas attack, sparking internal disputes among its reporters about the veracity of the story.

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Gigi Faces Israeli Backlash Over Meme

Daily Mail

Model Gigi Hadid faced criticism from the Israeli government for posting content on Instagram they deemed anti-semitic, highlighting her Palestinian heritage and her views on the ongoing conflict.

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Alicia Off Key With Paragliding IG Post

TMZ

Alicia Keys faced backlash over a perceived antisemitic post referencing paragliding; she clarified it was unrelated to Israel, not supportive or terrorism, and expressed her desire for peace.

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Cartoonist Canned for Evoking a Trope

Al Jazeera

The Guardian chose not to renew cartoonist Steve Bell's contract following controversy over a cartoon of Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu, which some perceived as evoking an anti-Semitic trope.

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Donald Trump Gagged in Election Case

Politico

Judge Tanya Chutkan imposed a gag order on Trump, preventing him from attacking participants in his D.C. criminal case, noting his presidential bid doesn't permit disparaging involved public servants.

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A Mitt Romney/Oprah Winfrey Ticket?

The Hollywood Reporter

Oprah Winfrey refuted claims in a biography that she asked Sen. Mitt Romney to join her on a 2020 presidential ticket, clarifying she encouraged him to run independently but didn't plan to run herself.

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Speakership: Jordan Builds Momentum

The Hill

Jim Jordan's bid for House GOP Speaker gains momentum as key opposition wanes, despite initial skepticism after Kevin McCarthy's ouster, and amidst political tensions fueled by the Israel-Gaza conflict.

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NBC To Host Next Republican Debate

The Palm Beach Post

Donald Trump's demand that presidential debates be canceled was rebuffed Monday when the Republican National Committee said it will hold a Miami debate next month with NBC News.

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Bipartisan Mental Health Caucus Formed

NBC News

Senators from both parties, driven by personal experiences, formed a bipartisan Mental Health Caucus to address the U.S. mental health crisis and utilize funds from the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act.

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Academics Argue Race Isn't Real

The Washington Post

Carlos Hoyt and a growing group of academics argue against racial categories, emphasizing science has debunked biological races, and advocate for the U.S. Census to reflect this social construct.

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Massachusetts Shelters Fill Migrants 

CBS News Boston

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey announced the state's shelters are nearing capacity due to increased migrant families, urging federal support and highlighting the state's shelter obligation.

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Donald Trump Sues Ex-Spy Over Dossier

Raw Story

Trump is suing ex-MI6 officer Christopher Steele over a dossier, alleging it caused him "reputational damage"; some dossier claims have been corroborated while others remain unproven.

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Athletes Demand Cut of Media Billions

CBS News Sacramento

College athletes are challenging the NCAA's longstanding amateur model, pushing for a share in the billions generated from media rights deals amidst various legal battles and increasing external pressures.

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Sacked Banker Loses Two Sandwich Claim

BBC

Citibank successfully defended its decision in court to dismiss an analyst who falsely claimed meal expenses during a business trip and then deliberately misrepresented the situation.

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Wexner Cuts Harvard Ties Over Hamas

For the Left

The Wexner Foundation ends its Harvard support over anti-Israel statements and concerns about reduced tolerance for diverse views. Idan Ofer and wife Batia quit a Harvard board in protest over the university's handling of the Hamas situation. 

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Santos Is Refunding More Than Raising

For the Right

Rep. George Santos faces indictment for embezzlement and identity theft, lied about personal details, and reported campaign debts surpassing funds. Despite refunds, his re-election campaign has significant expenditure and minimal income. 

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