Hundreds of Americans Trapped in Gaza

Published: Tue, 10/24/23

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Trapped: Hundreds of Americans in Gaza

ABC News

Hundreds of Americans remain trapped in Gaza, with Hamas blocking their exit, despite international negotiations, officials negotiate for their safe passage and seek to reopen the Rafah gate.

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President Biden Says No Cease Fire

USA Today

President Joe Biden won't support a ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas conflict until Hamas releases all hostages, as the U.S. deploys more troops to deter Iran and Hezbollah's involvement.

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Obama: Thoughts on Israel and Hamas

Barack Obama – Medium

Former President Obama emphasizes supporting Israel's self-defense, urges adherence to international law, and stresses dialogue and opposition to all prejudice in the conflict.

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Josh Paul: Why I Quit the State Department

The Washington Post

Josh Paul resigned from the State Department after observing an unwillingness to debate the humanitarian consequences of U.S. arms sales to Israel despite concerns of potential civilian harm.

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Newly-Released Hostage Speaks

BBC

85-year-old Yocheved Lifschitz, after being released by Hamas, detailed her experience in Gaza tunnels, saying she was treated well despite the ordeal and emphasizing her commitment to peace.

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CNN, NYTimes, NBC Digital Leaders

Mediaite

NBCNews.com outpaced the New York Times in monthly unique visitors for three months, ending Q3 with 89 million, while its broader NBCU News Group ranked as the top U.S. digital news source.

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Israel Screens Hamas Film of 10/7 Attack

The Atlantic

The Israel Defense Forces screened raw footage of Hamas's October 7 attack, showcasing extreme acts of violence and brutality against civilians, including explicit beheadings and torture.'

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NYTimes "Relied Too Heavily" on Hamas

The New York Times

The New York Times reported an explosion at a Gaza hospital as an Israeli airstrike based on Hamas claims but later said its coverage might have been misleading and is revisiting its procedures.

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The World's Oldest Dog Dies at 31

BBC

Bobi, who was officially recognized by the Guinness World Record as the world's oldest dog ever, recently passed away at the age of 31 in Portugal, outliving the previous record by almost two years.

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Liz Cheney Doesn't Rule Out a Run

NBC News

Liz Cheney hasn't dismissed a 2024 run and labeled Trump as the nation's "single most dangerous threat," stressing the importance of supporting constitutional-believing candidates across both parties.

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Seven Die in Louisiana Superfog Pileup

FOX 8 WVUE-TV

A massive I-55 pile-up due to dense fog and smoke resulted in seven deaths and 30 injuries, with hazardous conditions delaying access to the crash site and prompting an overnight closure.

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Hamas Leader: More Hostages To Be Freed

Sky News

Khaled Meshaal, a senior Hamas leader, stated they will release civilian hostages if Israel reduces its bombing of Gaza while also addressing aspects of the conflict and emphasizing negotiations.

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NJ's Stoner Squad

The Wall Street Journal

Jersey City filed a federal lawsuit against the state, asserting both its right and responsibility to terminate officers who consume marijuana, having already dismissed four since 2022.

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Pilot Charged With Attempted Murder

FOX 12 Oregon

An off-duty Alaska Airlines pilot, Joseph David Emerson, faces 83 counts of attempted murder for trying to disrupt the engines during a flight, leading to an emergency landing in Portland.

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Trump and Cohen Together Again?

The Messenger

Former President Trump is very likely to attend his civil fraud trial in New York when his ex-attorney, Michael Cohen, testifies, alleging that Trump intentionally inflated his assets for tax advantages.

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Gen Zers Are Drawn to the Simple Life 

MSN

Gen Z is opting for simpler living in less populated states like Montana and Idaho due to remote work opportunities, affordability, and older generations retaining homes in popular markets.

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Swifties Fume About Jackson Mahomes

Daily Mail

Concerned Swift fans voiced strong objections over Jackson Mahomes, who is currently facing charges of sexual battery, sharing the same VIP box as the pop star during a recent Kansas City Chiefs game.

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Who's the Best Legislator?

Axios

Eight GOP House speaker candidates vary in legislative records, with Rep. Sessions having the most experience, while Rep. Johnson has the highest percentage of his bills becoming law.

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A Naked Jennifer Lawrence Stuns Fans

Hello!

In the recent comedy "No Hard Feelings," actress Jennifer Lawrence surprised fans with a bold, fully nude scene, prompting a wide range of reactions and discussions on social media about her choice.

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Michigan Staffer Had Many Game Tickets

ESPN

Michigan staffer, Connor Stalions, under NCAA investigation, purchased tickets at 11 Big Ten schools, allegedly for a sign-stealing operation, prompting a thorough investigation into Michigan's practices.

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Judge Halts Colorado’s Abortion Pill Reversal Ban

For the Left

A federal judge ruled that Colorado cannot prevent a Catholic health clinic from using a controversial abortion reversal treatment, blocking enforcement of the prohibition against the clinic.

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Cuomo Skips NY Governor Race for Family, Aide Says

For the Right

Cuomo, who resigned after women accused him of sexual harassment, discussed running to reclaim the office in 2022 but decided against it because he didn’t want to subject his daughters to another campaign. 

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