Several Republican lawmakers have expressed concern about Representative Max Miller following allegations from his ex-wife’s father, Senator Bernie Moreno, who said Miller should not continue serving in the House. Miller denies the accusations of abuse and has until Wednesday to withdraw from the ballot ahead of a primary for his congressional seat in Ohio.
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Max Miller is a two-term congressman and former aide to President Donald Trump.
Miller is involved in a legal dispute with his ex-wife, Emily Moreno, and denies allegations of abuse.
Senator Bernie Moreno, Emily’s father, publicly said Miller should not serve in Congress.
Moreno described Miller’s behavior as "erratic and dangerous" and urged him to seek professional help.
Miller said Moreno’s statements are politically motivated and untrue.
Miller has until a Wednesday deadline to withdraw from the election ballot in Ohio.
Some Republican senators, including Roger Marshall and Shelley Moore Capito, have voiced support for Moreno’s call or concern about the allegations.
Other Republicans emphasize that elected officials should meet high standards, especially in cases of accusations involving abuse.
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Prime Minister Andy Burnham faced a tough decision to continue an early prisoner release program designed to prevent prison overcrowding. The plan excludes certain sex offenders but still allows some killers to be released early, drawing criticism from the public and victims' families.
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Andy Burnham became prime minister and quickly made several popular moves like cutting bus fares.
On his first day off, he had to decide on continuing early prisoner releases to avoid overcrowding.
The program excludes those convicted of rape, serious child sexual offenses, and grooming.
Some prisoners convicted of manslaughter, including the killers of police officer Andrew Harper, are eligible for early release.
Burnham said he wanted to do more to limit early releases but reached the legal limits of what he could do.
The early release scheme was planned in advance under the Sentencing Act set to begin in September.
The scheme aims to ease overcrowding while new prison places are built but causes distress to victims’ families.
Burnham had paused the program due to criticism but resumed it because of prison capacity concerns.
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Heavy school backpacks can cause physical strain for children, especially when they carry laptops, textbooks, and other items daily. Experts recommend keeping backpacks as light as possible and paying attention to signs like difficulty walking or shoulder pain to prevent injury.
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School backpacks often contain laptops, tablets, textbooks, water bottles, and sports gear.
Carrying too much weight can strain children’s bodies and affect their learning.
Signs a backpack is too heavy include leaning forward, difficulty walking, and straps digging into shoulders.
The American Academy of Pediatrics advises against waiting for pain before reducing backpack weight.
Back injuries are uncommon but more likely if a child falls while carrying a heavy backpack.
The guideline of backpack weight being no more than 10-15% of a child’s body weight may not fit every child.
Teachers suggest children should only carry essential school supplies rather than extra or decorative items.
Classroom storage and lockers are not always available, making backpack weight an ongoing concern.
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President Donald Trump is visiting California and Nevada to talk about the economy, border security, and crime. He hopes to help Republicans keep control of Congress in the upcoming November elections by contrasting his policies with those of the Democrats.
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President Trump will speak at a Republican fundraiser in Rancho Palos Verdes, California, and at an event about the economy in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Only 32% of U.S. adults approve of Trump’s handling of the economy, according to a recent AP-NORC poll.
Most Americans (69%) say the economy is in poor shape, and many are stressed about the cost of essentials like food and gas.
President Trump’s overall approval rating is at 33%, similar to his rating at the same point in his first term.
Trump plans to criticize California Governor Gavin Newsom, a Democrat and possible 2028 presidential candidate.
The President highlights his efforts to lower taxes, reduce fraud, and fight illegal immigration and crime.
Governor Newsom has openly opposed Trump’s policies and recently pointed out California’s plan to raise its minimum wage to $17.40 an hour.
Nevada, where Trump will also visit, has a Republican governor and a competitive November election between Republican Joe Lombardo and Democrat Aaron Ford.
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A man named Aaron F. Farinacci was arrested in Spokane, Washington, for allegedly starting one of the major wildfires that destroyed many homes in the area. He faces charges of first-degree arson, which means intentionally setting a fire that causes serious damage.
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Aaron F. Farinacci is 37 years old and lives in Spokane, Washington.
He was arrested on suspicion of first-degree arson.
The wildfire he is accused of causing destroyed hundreds of homes and buildings.
Spokane is the second-largest city in Washington state.
The Spokane County Sheriff’s Office made the arrest.
First-degree arson involves deliberately starting a fire that seriously harms property.
The wildfire is described as devastating because of the damage it caused.
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Michigan Representative Haley Stevens supports continued U.S. military aid to Israel and backs a two-state solution for peace. She is competing in the Michigan Democratic Senate primary against Abdul El-Sayed, who opposes U.S. aid to Israel and has criticized Stevens for accepting donations from pro-Israel groups.
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Haley Stevens is running for U.S. Senate in Michigan and is currently behind her opponent Abdul El-Sayed in polls.
Stevens has received about $60 million in campaign spending on her behalf, including significant support from AIPAC, a pro-Israel group.
Abdul El-Sayed criticizes U.S. military aid to Israel and has called actions in Gaza "genocide."
Stevens supports a two-state solution and wants long-term peace for both Israelis and Palestinians.
Stevens says she has called out Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu for failing to achieve peace.
She describes herself as a hardworking candidate focused on serving Michigan for the long term.
Stevens accuses her Republican opponent, Mike Rogers, of having strong support from President Trump and large political action committees.
The Michigan Senate race is one of the most expensive in the country, with about $80 million spent so far.
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Federal authorities warned that hackers targeted water and wastewater facilities in at least seven US states, with Minnesota experiencing the most disruption. The attacks affected water pressure and led to boil-water notices, but no water contamination has been reported. Officials suspect Iran-backed hackers, though the FBI has not officially confirmed this, and President Donald Trump blamed Minnesota’s leaders for the problems.
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Cyber-attacks hit water facilities in at least seven US states, with Minnesota being the hardest hit.
Thirty water systems in Minnesota faced disruptions such as low water pressure and boil-water notices.
There have been no reports of drinking water being contaminated.
The US Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) said hackers exploited internet-connected water systems.
Officials believe Iran-backed hackers may be responsible, but no formal accusation has been made by law enforcement.
President Donald Trump blamed Minnesota’s government for the cyber-attack issues without providing proof.
Minnesota’s Governor Tim Walz disagreed with Trump and highlighted the need for a plan to counter such cyber warfare.
Similar cyber-attacks on US water systems linked to foreign actors, including Russia and Iran, have occurred in recent years.
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President Trump’s new Federal Reserve chair, Kevin Warsh, suggested that the market should handle inflation control instead of the Fed acting directly. Warsh indicated that rising bond yields reflect a strong economy, but his approach raised concerns among investors and may weaken the Fed’s credibility.
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Kevin Warsh is President Trump’s new Federal Reserve chair.
Warsh said the market should tighten financial conditions without direct Fed intervention.
Inflation in the U.S. is running at double the Fed’s 2% target.
Recently, the Fed decided not to raise interest rates despite high inflation.
The yield on 30-year U.S. Treasury bonds reached its highest level in 19 years.
Stock markets fell after Warsh’s comments and bond market reaction.
Investors worry Warsh’s approach may reflect political pressure from President Trump to avoid rate increases.
Warsh proposed fewer Fed meetings and press conferences to reduce market guidance.
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The article discusses how San Francisco and Los Angeles, two major cities in California, are developing in different ways. It highlights the changes and challenges each city faces.
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San Francisco and Los Angeles are both important cities in California.
The author has lived in both cities over many years.
The two cities have often influenced each other's growth and reputation.
Recently, their paths or directions seem to be quite different.
Each city is facing its own unique changes and problems.
The comparison shows how local cities can evolve separately despite being in the same state.
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The article argues that Congress should limit the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) power to ensure energy stays affordable and reliable. It mentions a law called the End EPA Abuse Act as a possible solution.
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The article focuses on controlling the EPA's authority.
It states that limiting the EPA can help keep energy costs low.
Reliable energy supply is a concern mentioned in relation to EPA actions.
The End EPA Abuse Act is presented as a proposed law to address these issues.
Congress has the power to change or limit EPA regulations.
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Michigan Democrats are voting in a primary election to choose their candidate for the U.S. Senate. This primary is very important because Michigan is a swing state, and the Senate seat could be won by either the Democrats or Republicans in the upcoming November midterm elections.
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Michigan Democrats are holding a Senate primary election.
The primary is gaining national and international attention.
Michigan is a swing state, meaning its voters can support either major political party.
The Senate seat in Michigan is one that Republicans might be able to win from the Democrats.
The election results are seen as a sign of the future direction of the Democratic Party.
The Michigan primary happens before the U.S. midterm elections in November 2026.
The midterms will affect the balance of power in the U.S. Senate.
The article mentions that the primary is a “proxy fight” about the Democratic Party’s future.
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A Senate committee is set to advance Todd Blanche’s nomination as Attorney General after he reached an agreement with Republican senators who had concerns. The deal included written confirmation that a fund to pay certain Trump allies would not be created and clarified the limits of tax audit protections for President Trump and his family.
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Todd Blanche is the acting Attorney General and President Trump’s former personal lawyer.
Republican Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis initially threatened to block Blanche’s nomination.
The senators wanted written proof that a $1.8 billion fund to compensate Trump allies would not be established.
Blanche issued an order confirming no fund was created, no money transferred, and no claims paid.
The settlement involved Trump’s lawsuit against the IRS over leaked tax returns.
The tax audit immunity applies only to existing claims at the time of settlement, not to future tax filings.
Only Trump, two of his sons, and the Trump Organization are covered by the tax immunity agreement.
Democrats said Blanche’s order does not fully prevent future efforts to create such a fund.
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Experts discussed the $50 billion Rural Health Transformation Fund (RHTF), saying it is not designed to stop all rural hospital closures. Instead, the fund aims to improve health care access, technology, and care delivery in rural areas despite ongoing financial challenges.
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The RHTF will provide $50 billion over five years to help transform rural health care.
Many rural hospitals lose money because Medicare and Medicaid pay less than the cost of care.
More than 40% of rural hospitals are losing money, 417 are vulnerable to closing, and over 200 have closed or stopped inpatient services since 2010.
The fund aims to improve access to care, information sharing, and support for rural health workers, not just keep hospitals open.
Sanford Health is using the funding to invest in technology so patients can get care locally instead of traveling far.
Virtual care and new technology can help rural clinics provide better care and support staff.
Experts compared this effort to the HITECH Act, which helped spread electronic health records across the U.S.
Improving infrastructure and using digital tools are key goals to help rural health care improve quality and availability.
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Senate Republicans John Cornyn and Thom Tillis have dropped their opposition to Todd Blanche’s nomination as US attorney general after securing written confirmation that the Justice Department will end a fund related to compensating people linked to the January 6 Capitol attack. The Senate Judiciary Committee plans to vote on Blanche’s nomination soon. Other news includes a Senate vote to avoid a government shutdown and legal challenges against new tariffs imposed by the Trump administration.
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Todd Blanche, President Trump’s former personal lawyer, is nominated for US attorney general.
Senators John Cornyn and Thom Tillis had opposed Blanche without a written guarantee that the Justice Department would end a controversial fund tied to January 6 cases.
Blanche issued a written order confirming the fund would be scrapped, leading to Cornyn and Tillis supporting his nomination.
The Senate Judiciary Committee will vote on Blanche’s nomination following these developments.
The Senate voted 89-4 to advance a measure to keep the government funded through December 11, avoiding a shutdown.
A group of 25 states sued the Trump administration over new tariffs on goods from 60 countries, calling them unlawful.
President Trump did not call for the resignation of Rep. Max Miller amid domestic abuse allegations.
Trump criticized US attorney Jeanine Pirro after she dropped charges against a vandalism case related to the Lincoln Memorial.
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President Trump criticized major oil companies for making large profits during the disrupted global energy market caused by his conflict with Iran. Meanwhile, a coalition of 25 US states sued the Trump administration over new tariffs on goods from many trading partners.
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ExxonMobil and Chevron made over $26 billion in profits combined from April to June 2024.
Chevron had a record quarterly profit of $12.2 billion, five times higher than last year.
ExxonMobil’s second-quarter profit of $14.5 billion was double its profit from the same time last year.
European and Saudi oil companies such as Shell and Aramco also reported large profit increases.
A coalition of 25 US states sued the Trump administration regarding tariffs set at 10%-12.5% on goods from 60 trading partners.
The new tariffs cover 99.4% of US imports and were introduced after some previous tariffs were struck down by the Supreme Court.
An immigrant detainee died in ICE custody in New Jersey, marking the 22nd death this year in US immigration detention.
Issues with water quality and conditions have been reported at ICE detention centers in California.
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BBC Radio 1 presenter Greg James shared that his dog Barney, a chocolate labrador, was recently put to sleep at their home. James expressed deep sadness and asked for privacy while he and his wife grieve.
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Greg James is a presenter on BBC Radio 1's Breakfast show.
Barney, his chocolate labrador, was adopted in 2019 from Battersea Dogs and Cats Home.
Barney had health issues requiring treatment, including visits to a vet known from TV as The Supervet.
James announced Barney’s death on Instagram, saying he was heartbroken and crying.
Fellow presenter Charlie Hedges covered for James at work while he took time off.
Listeners and fans sent messages of support to James during this time.
Earlier in the year, James completed a 1,000 km charity cycling challenge and used videos of Barney as motivation.
James requested privacy for his family as they mourn the loss of their dog.
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A surgeon working in the NHS made a serious mistake during an emergency bowel operation, putting a patient's life at risk. The doctor was removed from the medical register after a tribunal found his actions and care after surgery were unacceptable.
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Dr. Yasser Adly Abdel Rahman, an NHS locum surgeon from Egypt, performed a bowel surgery with a major error in 2020.
The surgery caused the patient’s bowel contents to be wrongly put back into the stomach, causing severe pain and risk to the patient’s life.
Another surgeon had to fix the mistake in a second operation.
An expert witness described Dr. Rahman’s procedure as “not known to man” and “as bad as it gets.”
Dr. Rahman did not attend the hearing and said he was unfairly blamed.
He broke a previous order restricting his medical work by taking a job in Ireland.
The tribunal ruled his actions made him unfit to continue as a doctor and removed him from the medical register.
The case was handled by the Medical Practitioners Tribunal Service in Manchester.
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A neighborhood in Alabama came together to celebrate a boy with autism by bringing Halloween to him on his birthday. The community’s effort allowed the boy to enjoy a favorite activity in a special way.
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The event took place in a neighborhood in Alabama.
83 neighbors participated in the celebration.
The occasion combined the boy’s birthday with Halloween activities.
The boy has autism, a developmental condition affecting how he interacts with others and the world.
Neighbors organized the event to make the boy’s day enjoyable and memorable.
The celebration included Halloween-themed treats and decorations.
The community showed support and inclusion through this gathering.
The story was shared by ABC News reporter Danny New.
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Civil rights lawyers describe how actions by President Trump’s administration, including violent responses to immigration protests, have pushed them to seek justice through international human rights bodies. The Inter-American Commission on Human Rights will hold a special hearing in Washington DC to examine these allegations of excessive force and rights abuses.
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The lawyers have used US courts to fight government abuses but say this option is becoming limited.
President Trump’s administration is accused of attacking the courts and targeting lawyers who oppose it.
They requested a rare hearing at the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR) about US treatment of immigration protesters.
The IACHR oversees human rights in the Americas and holds hearings to investigate complaints.
The hearing will take place near the White House and focus on violent suppression of peaceful protests.
Victims including Renee Good (killed by ICE) and the Rev David Black (injured by federal agents) will have representatives testify.
Trump signed immigration policies seen as harsh and xenophobic on his first day in office, including deploying federal agents for raids in cities.
International organizations, like the United Nations, have criticized the US for its treatment of migrants.
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Michigan’s Democratic primary for the US Senate is happening as voters choose between a progressive candidate, Abdul El-Sayed, who supports universal healthcare, and a moderate candidate, Haley Stevens, backed by the party establishment. The winner will face Republican Mike Rogers and the race is important for Democrats trying to regain control of the US Senate.
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Michigan voters are deciding between progressive Abdul El-Sayed and moderate Haley Stevens in the Democratic Senate primary.
El-Sayed supports universal healthcare and leads recent polls.
Stevens is a US representative who flipped a previously Republican seat.
Over $40 million in outside spending has gone into the race, including from groups linked to the pro-Israel lobby Aipac.
The Democratic nominee will run against Republican Mike Rogers, who lost the Senate race in 2024.
Democrats want to regain the Senate, where Republicans hold 53 of 100 seats.
Other primaries on the same day happen in Missouri and Washington state with similar progressive vs. moderate or establishment battles.
Progressive Senator Bernie Sanders supports El-Sayed and other progressive candidates in Michigan and elsewhere.
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