Republican Mike Rogers and President Donald Trump have accused Democratic candidate Abdul El-Sayed of ties to Islamist extremist groups. These claims focus on a letter El-Sayed signed supporting Egypt's former president Mohamed Morsi, linked to the Muslim Brotherhood. El-Sayed has denied these ties and only recently clearly disavowed the Brotherhood amid political pressure.
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Mike Rogers asked El-Sayed in a debate if he supports America or overseas terrorist groups.
President Trump called El-Sayed a "jihadist" and misnamed him to imply extremist ties.
El-Sayed signed a 2012 letter supporting Egypt’s then-president Mohamed Morsi, associated with the Muslim Brotherhood.
The letter urged removing supporters of Egypt’s previous regime but did not pledge allegiance to the Muslim Brotherhood.
El-Sayed repeatedly denied ties to the Brotherhood and only gave a clear public disavowal shortly before Election Day.
Republicans previously raised questions about El-Sayed’s alleged connections during his 2018 run for governor.
The debate raised broader questions about how the American left views Islamist groups opposing U.S. or Israeli policies.
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Cyprus police have started an investigation into the financial and tax matters of Roman Abramovich, former Chelsea FC owner, focusing on the years 2003 to 2006. This follows a joint media report that found possible falsification of documents related to Abramovich’s offshore businesses to avoid taxes and hide assets.
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Cyprus police are investigating Roman Abramovich’s financial and tax records from 2003 to 2006.
The investigation began after a report by the Guardian, BBC, and the Bureau of Investigative Journalism.
The report claims that staff, including at Deloitte Cyprus, may have falsified paperwork for Abramovich’s offshore companies.
Key documents were allegedly backdated to help avoid taxes and hide billions in assets.
Police expect the investigation to take about six months but say delays make it harder.
Abramovich denies any wrongdoing and says he trusted professional advice.
Deloitte Cyprus says it follows all laws and cannot access old materials due to the time passed.
The investigation is based on the Cyprus Confidential leak of over 500,000 documents analyzed by several media organizations.
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A federal judge in California has ordered President Donald Trump’s administration to stop its investigations into whether noncitizens are registered to vote in nine states. The judge said the investigation uses faulty data and has caused fear among groups helping voters, and she paused the order briefly to allow an appeal before the election.
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The order applies to investigations in California, Connecticut, Georgia, Missouri, Nevada, New York, Pennsylvania, Washington, and Wisconsin.
The judge found the government’s data on noncitizen voter registration is full of errors.
The investigations have intimidated groups that assist voters.
The halt is to remain until after the November 3 Election Day.
The Trump administration has been searching for noncitizen voters nationwide before the midterms.
Evidence shows noncitizen voting is very rare, even according to government findings.
The lawsuit was filed by the California Nurses Association, National Nurses United, the Voto Latino Foundation, and local counties.
The Department of Homeland Security did not immediately respond to requests for comment.
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Two important Senate debate events are happening in Michigan and Kansas as part of the midterm election campaign. Meanwhile, President Donald Trump is campaigning in South Carolina to support Republican candidates.
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Senate debates are taking place in Michigan and Kansas before the midterm elections.
These debates are considered critical or high-stakes for control of the Senate.
President Donald Trump is actively campaigning for Republican candidates.
Trump’s campaign stop mentioned is in South Carolina.
The midterm elections will influence control of the U.S. Senate.
The news story was reported by ABC News correspondent Jay O'Brien.
The event date is October 22, 2026.
The focus is on the political process within the United States ahead of important elections.
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Shopkeepers in Paris are worried about possible new looting during planned protests next Saturday. After damage and vandalism in last weekend’s protests, some stores may close to avoid losses, while others will remain open.
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Protests in Paris recently caused vandalism and losses for shopkeepers.
New demonstrations are planned for next Saturday.
Some shopkeepers plan to close their shops to prevent damage.
Other shopkeepers intend to keep their businesses open despite the risks.
The situation reflects ongoing social unrest in France.
Authorities and political leaders are involved in addressing the unrest.
Economic dissatisfaction has been reported as a cause of protests.
Similar protest actions are happening in other parts of Europe.
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Ukraine and Russia launched drone and missile attacks on each other, resulting in seven deaths in Ukraine. These strikes happened soon after US envoy Steve Witkoff met Russian President Vladimir Putin, who expressed willingness to restart peace talks involving Ukraine, Russia, and the United States.
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Seven people died in Ukraine due to recent drone and missile attacks.
Russia claimed it stopped 630 Ukrainian drones aimed at Moscow.
The attacks occurred shortly after a US envoy's visit to the Kremlin.
US envoy Steve Witkoff met Russian President Putin in St. Petersburg.
Putin said Russia is ready to resume peace talks with Ukraine and the US.
The proposed talks would involve three parties: Ukraine, Russia, and the United States.
These talks aim to address the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia.
The comments were made in late October 2026.
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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine asked Republican candidate Vivek Ramaswamy to remove an advertisement that includes the mother of his Democratic opponent, Amy Acton. DeWine described the ad as very troubling and suggested there is more to the story behind it.
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Ohio Governor Mike DeWine is a Republican.
Vivek Ramaswamy is a Republican candidate running against Democrat Amy Acton.
Ramaswamy’s ad features Amy Acton’s estranged mother.
DeWine called the ad “deeply troubling.”
The governor made his comments outside the Ohio Statehouse.
The full context or details of the story behind the ad were not explained in the article.
The news was reported by The Statehouse News Bureau.
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The U.S. Embassy in Canada accused Canadian leaders of trying to influence U.S. elections by targeting tariffs on key states ahead of the U.S. midterm elections. Canada denies these claims, saying their actions aim to protect Canadian workers and attract investments.
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The U.S. Embassy accused Canada of using tariffs to pressure certain U.S. states politically before the midterms.
Canadian Industry Minister Mélanie Joly admitted targeting products linked to specific U.S. states to apply political pressure.
Canada says its measures are meant to support its economy and workers, not interfere in U.S. elections.
The U.S. fact sheet named Canadian officials, including a Liberal MP campaigning for a U.S. Democrat and Ontario’s Premier promoting an anti-tariff ad.
Ambassador Pete Hoekstra said U.S. officials are watching Canada closely for possible election interference.
Prime Minister Mark Carney defended Canada’s actions as economic and said attacks on them are unfair.
The Trump administration has increased tensions with Canada, including trade disputes and controversial statements about Canadian sovereignty.
President Trump has publicly involved himself in foreign politics, recently endorsing Israel’s Prime Minister before their election.
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Experts are investigating the death of a man who fell from a roller coaster called Goliath at Six Flags Over Georgia. The investigation will look into possible maintenance problems, design issues, or mistakes by ride operators to find out what caused the accident.
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Hassan Kariem, 42 years old, died after being ejected from the Goliath roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia.
The ride has been closed since the accident.
Georgia’s Insurance and Safety Fire Commissioner, John F. King, is leading the investigation.
The investigation will examine maintenance, design flaws, and human error as possible causes.
A March inspection found no violations but noted that bushings (parts that reduce friction) needed replacing.
Goliath can reach speeds of 70 mph and is 200 feet tall; it was made by a Swiss company named Bolliger & Mabillard.
Ride staff are supposed to check restraints daily to ensure riders are secure before the ride starts.
Six Flags says safety is a priority and that they have strict training and maintenance programs for their rides and operators.
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President Donald Trump and Georgia's Republican leaders are pushing actions like redrawing voting districts and changing election laws that many believe weaken Black voters' influence. In response, Black community leaders and organizations in Georgia, including the historic Ebenezer Baptist Church and Senator Raphael Warnock, are encouraging high voter turnout to protect their voting rights ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
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President Trump supports redrawing Georgia's congressional districts, which critics say reduces Black voting power.
Georgia passed election laws that disproportionately affect African American voters.
The Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta, a historic civil rights site, continues to play a role in political engagement.
Senator Raphael Warnock, senior pastor at Ebenezer and Georgia’s first Black senator, urges voters to participate in elections.
Democrats view Georgia as a key state to maintain, as its suburban and educated Black populations have increased.
Republicans currently hold Congress after winning Georgia in the 2024 presidential election.
Civil rights groups like the National Urban League are active in promoting voter participation in Georgia.
There are broad concerns that changes to voting laws could significantly reduce Black political power in the US.
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Ethiopia and Eritrea are becoming closer to armed conflict after Ethiopia took control of the border town of Zalambessa. There are concerns that Ethiopia's Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed may order troops to enter Eritrea, raising fears of a wider war.
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Ethiopia recently captured Zalambessa, a town on the Ethiopia-Eritrea border.
Tensions between Ethiopia and Eritrea have increased as each side accuses the other of provoking conflict.
The move to take Zalambessa heightens fears that Ethiopia may invade Eritrean territory.
The situation is linked to ongoing conflict involving Tigray rebels near the border area.
Experts are closely watching the region for signs that a broader war may begin.
The conflict involves complex regional politics in the Horn of Africa.
Ethiopia’s Prime Minister is Abiy Ahmed.
Discussions about conflict risks are based on recent military actions and political developments.
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The US Department of Defense, led by Secretary Pete Hegseth, allowed the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to test a non-lethal device called the Active Denial System, or "heat ray," at the US-Mexico border. This device emits a beam that causes a strong, temporary burning sensation on the skin to encourage people to move away and is being tested for potential border or crowd control use.
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Pete Hegseth, Defense Secretary, signed a memo allowing DHS to test the heat ray for seven months starting in September.
The Active Denial System creates a sensation of intense heat on the skin, causing people to feel uncomfortable and move away.
The device uses 95 gigahertz millimeter waves, which penetrate a tiny layer of skin without causing injury.
DHS is responsible for the use and operation of the system, and no military personnel will operate it.
The device was first developed for military use and was briefly deployed in Afghanistan but never used in combat.
Customs and Border Protection (CBP) said they are exploring new technology that saves lives and improves national security.
The system was previously considered for border control and protest management during President Trump’s first term but was not used.
The heat feeling lasts about 10 to 15 minutes and is compared to the sensation of opening a hot oven.
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French students held protests on a Thursday during school holidays. Student leaders are expected to meet soon with France’s Education Minister Edouard Geffray to discuss their concerns.
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The student movement involved is called "interfac."
Protests took place despite current school holidays in France.
Student representatives will meet with Education Minister Edouard Geffray soon.
The protests are part of ongoing unrest in France.
The article is from France 24 and includes video content.
The protests are related to broader social and political issues in France.
Similar protests and political meetings are occurring in France around this time.
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Health experts have asked the Trump administration to release a federal definition of ultra-processed foods (UPF). They believe a clear definition would help consumers make better food choices and support consistent policies across states.
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Over 70 public health experts signed a letter urging the administration to release a definition of ultra-processed foods.
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) proposed the definition in August.
Ultra-processed foods make up nearly 60% of calories eaten by U.S. adults and 70% by children.
Research links eating ultra-processed foods to health risks.
Releasing the definition would not ban any foods or raise prices, but would provide clear information to consumers.
Some experts say industry pressure is delaying the release of the definition, but this is not confirmed.
Ultra-processed foods include items like sugary drinks, packaged snacks, and instant meals, made with added ingredients to change taste or shelf life.
The matter is part of the Trump administration’s “Make America Healthy Again” agenda before the 2024 midterm elections.
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Representative Ilhan Omar said she cannot stay in her Washington, D.C. home after federal agents searched it and made her address public. She is facing death threats and is looking for a new place to live to protect her family while an investigation into her immigration paperwork is ongoing.
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Federal agents from Homeland Security Investigations searched Rep. Omar’s home on October 12.
The search was part of a federal criminal investigation focused on her immigration paperwork from childhood.
Omar’s address became public, leading to death threats against her.
Agents arrived early in the morning, searched the house for 4 to 5 hours, and took fewer than 20 items including notebooks, old phones, and a Somali phrase book.
Omar said she was allowed to call her attorney about an hour after the search began.
She says she is confident she did nothing wrong and insists she has a legal right to serve in Congress.
Omar believes the investigation and search are politically motivated to intimidate voters ahead of the midterm elections.
President Donald Trump said he was not involved in the search, but Omar claims he was responsible.
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Many men in the United States are diagnosed with prostate cancer each year, and treatment choices often focus on survival only. Experts argue that treatments should also consider side effects like urinary problems and sexual issues, so patients can make informed decisions about their care.
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About 333,830 men in the U.S. are expected to be diagnosed with prostate cancer in 2026.
An estimated 36,320 men will die from prostate cancer in 2026.
Treatments like surgery can cause urinary incontinence and erectile dysfunction, which impact quality of life for years.
Radiation treatment is linked to more urinary problems and possibly a higher risk of death from all causes.
Prostate cancer varies; some grow slowly and may not require immediate treatment.
New imaging and targeted therapies aim to reduce damage to healthy tissue but are not suitable for all cases.
Active surveillance, which means careful monitoring without immediate treatment, is a valid choice for some patients.
Patients need clear, evidence-based information about risks and benefits to choose treatments that fit their health and lifestyle.
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The United States and Israel are increasing their military exercises and planning new attacks in Iran. These strikes may target Iranian energy plants, drone centers, and missile bases.
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The US and Israel have stepped up military drills together.
They are preparing strikes on Iran.
Possible targets include Iranian energy sites.
Drone manufacturing and missile storage locations in Iran might also be attacked.
The information comes from reports and a correspondent in Jerusalem.
The situation relates to ongoing tensions in the Middle East.
Military actions aim to limit Iran's capabilities.
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A chemical leak in Toledo, Ohio, forced hundreds of people to leave their homes in the evacuation area. The leak caused burning and irritated eyes among those affected.
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A chemical leak happened in Toledo, Ohio.
Hundreds of residents had to evacuate their homes.
People exposed to the fumes reported burning and irritated eyes.
Authorities set up an evacuation zone around the leak site.
Emergency teams are managing the situation and monitoring the chemical release.
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Scientists from South Korea have studied Vincent van Gogh’s painting "The Starry Night" and matched the sky in the artwork to the real night sky over Saint-Remy de Provence, France, around July 22, 1889. This suggests the painting was created later than previously thought, which was June 1889.
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Van Gogh painted "The Starry Night" while at an asylum in Saint-Remy de Provence.
Researchers used astronomy to compare the painting’s sky to actual celestial events.
The study dates the night scene to about July 22, 1889, rather than June 1889.
The new date matches the position of the moon, Venus, and star clusters in the painting.
The research was led by Elijah Jeong-hyun Kim from South Korea, who is also a telescope maker and doctoral candidate.
The team also looked at weather data and Van Gogh’s letters for clues, such as mentions of cicadas, which appear in summer.
The study appears in the journal Scientific Reports.
Some experts find the July dating interesting but say it is not yet proven absolutely certain.
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