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Foreign aid agency USAID in crisis as Trump, Musk threaten shutdown

Foreign aid agency USAID in crisis as Trump, Musk threaten shutdown

The U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) is facing its greatest threat since its inception over 60 years ago, as President Donald Trump and his billionaire adviser Elon Musk spent the weekend impugning the agency that has contributed to Washington being the most critical source of foreign assistance around the world.

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Parents say social media app Snapchat gives kids access to illicit drugs

Parents say social media app Snapchat gives kids access to illicit drugs

An Ontario father says he’s struggling to keep his teen son away from drug dealers on popular messaging app Snapchat, and he’s not alone. The social media platform’s parent company, Snap Inc., is being sued by dozens of U.S. families who say the app’s disappearing messages make it hard for parents to supervise their kids’ online activity.

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International Criminal Court issues arrest warrants for Israeli PM, Hamas official
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September 17, 2024

International Criminal Court issues arrest warrants for Israeli PM, Hamas official

THE LATEST: ICC issues arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant and Deif.  Netanyahu condemns decision, expects…

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Malnutrition cases grow in Gaza, hospitals report, as little aid and food make it through
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September 17, 2024

Malnutrition cases grow in Gaza, hospitals report, as little aid and food make it through

Hospital officials in the Gaza Strip say they’re dealing with…

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This UN force is struggling to help keep the peace in southern Lebanon. So why is it still there?
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September 17, 2024

This UN force is struggling to help keep the peace in southern Lebanon. So why is it still there?

As Lt. Col Jordan Hertzberg watches black smoke rise beyond a…

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After Sinwar's death, Hamas says Israeli hostages won't be returned anytime soon | CBC News
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September 17, 2024

After Sinwar’s death, Hamas says Israeli hostages won’t be returned anytime soon | CBC News

Hamas confirmed Friday that its leader, Yahya Sinwar, was killed…

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Gaza doctor details accounts of abuse under Israeli custody after being released over 6 months later | CBC News
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September 17, 2024

Gaza doctor details accounts of abuse under Israeli custody after being released over 6 months later | CBC News

Palestinian surgeon Khaled Al Serr was working at Nasser Hospital…

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14-month-old is 1 of 5 babies born in East Jerusalem hospital now separated from parents in Gaza by the war | CBC News
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September 17, 2024

14-month-old is 1 of 5 babies born in East Jerusalem hospital now separated from parents in Gaza by the war | CBC News

All Sa’ida Idris has known almost since the day she…

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Israel marks Oct. 7 anniversary under shadow of escalating war | CBC News
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September 17, 2024

Israel marks Oct. 7 anniversary under shadow of escalating war | CBC News

Israelis on Monday marked the first anniversary of the devastating…

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Israel launches deadly airstrike in central Beirut as clashes with Hezbollah fighters continue | CBC News
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September 17, 2024

Israel launches deadly airstrike in central Beirut as clashes with Hezbollah fighters continue | CBC News

Israel’s military urged residents of over 20 towns in south…

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Israel warns Lebanese border communities ahead of expected ground combat operations | CBC News
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September 17, 2024

Israel warns Lebanese border communities ahead of expected ground combat operations | CBC News

The Israeli military on Tuesday warned people to evacuate nearly…

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