51 m. ago ‘He may be watching’: Mamdani on Fox News speaks directly to Trump

New York mayoral contender steps into lion’s den and says he is ‘ready to speak at any time’ to help lower cost of livingZohran Mamdani, the leading candidate to be the next mayor of New York, stepped into the lion’s den on Wednesday when he sat for an interview with Fox News, the rightwing news organization that has spent weeks demonizing him and his democratic socialist goals.Speaking to host Martha MacCallum, Mamdani was asked about funding for his proposals, which include freezing increases on rent-stabilized apartments, providing free buses and offering free childcare – and whether other services would be cut to achieve those goals. Continue reading...

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2 h. ago California judge halts Trump’s mass layoffs of federal workers amid government shutdown

Trump administration notified roughly 4,100 federal employees last week they were being laid off amid a lapse in government funding

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3 h. ago Judge temporarily blocks firings by Trump administration during shutdown

Judge says White House office of management and budget took advantage of government shutdown in firing workersA federal court has granted a temporary injunction blocking the Trump administration’s firings of federal employees during the government shutdown.The ruling by Judge Susan Illston of the US district court’s northern district of California came in response to a lawsuit filed by labor unions representing federal workers. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago New Oklahoma schools superintendent rescinds mandate for Bible instruction in schools

Oklahoma's new public schools superintendent is rescinding a mandate from his predecessor that forced schools to incorporate the Bible into lesson plans for students

Culture

3 h. ago Celebrity Traitors' Alan Carr admits he was 'so worried' as he shares health update

Despite battling the challenging condition, Alan has remained incredibly active in his television work as he recently joined the Celebrity Traitors line up

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3 h. ago Firefighters rescue stranded pup from rising floodwaters in Southern California

A firefighter has rescued a stranded pup from rising floodwaters in Southern California

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3 h. ago Gavin Newsom again denies parole for Manson follower Patricia Krenwinkel

California governor blocks 77-year-old’s parole for second time, saying she ‘poses an unreasonable danger to society’Gavin Newsom this week again denied parole for Patricia Krenwinkel, who has spent more than half a century in prison for her role in the 1969 Tate-LaBianca killings orchestrated by Charles Manson and perpetrated by his followers.Nearly five months after California’s parole board found the 77-year-old suitable for release, the governor on Monday reversed the decisionand said Krenwinkel “currently poses an unreasonable danger to society if released from prison at this time’”. Continue reading...

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3 h. ago Smucker sues Trader Joe's, saying its new PB&J sandwiches are too similar to Uncrustables

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4 h. ago Thomas Tuchel makes admission on World Cup hopes after Latvia win

Thomas Tuchel has admitted that confidence within the England camp is growing after the Three Lions officially rubber-stamped qualification for next year's World Cup

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4 h. ago Strictly Come Dancing star Nikita Kuzmin reveals concerning texts from Amber Davies

Strictly Come Dancing star Amber Davies has shared her worries ahead of the next live show.

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5 h. ago This family visit to a military based ended with ICE deporting a Marine's dad

A U.S. Marine says his parents were detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement officials after they visited a California military base and one of them was later deported

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5 h. ago Jennifer Aniston, 56, flashes crazy abs as she reveals 'smart' way she builds muscle while staying a size 2

The 56-year-old siren from Sherman Oaks, California said she has found a 'smart' way to build muscle, which is with the Pvolve system she uses daily in her home gym in Bel Air, California.

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6 h. ago Liverpool at risk of new injury crisis ahead of Man Utd after summer transfer blow

Liverpool have been sweating on the fitness of a number of players during the October international break, with the Reds' injury list quietly starting to grow in recent weeks

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6 h. ago Killswitch Engage Glasgow: Setlist, stage times and support for band's O2 Academy gig

Killswitch Engage will play Glasgow’s O2 Academy this evening with support from Hatebreed, Fit for an Autopsy and Decapitated.

Events

6 h. ago 'My lashes have never looked this good' after new £20 serum leaves lashes 'longer'

gróa's new lash and brow growth serum has been a hit with beauty fans who have noticed a 'longer', 'heathlier' and 'fuller' look after six weeks of use

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6 h. ago 'My lashes have never looked this good' after new £20 serum leaves them 'longer'

gróa's new lash and brow growth serum has been a hit with beauty fans who have noticed a 'longer', 'heathlier' and 'fuller' look after six weeks of use

Economics

7 h. ago ‘Flying is my happy place,’ Prince of Wales reminisces with air force colleagues

William told colleagues that he likes ‘to keep on top of my flying’ during a visit to RAF Benson near Oxford.

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7 h. ago Wrexham ally slams brakes on Ryan Reynolds' Premier League dream in damning claim

An advisor has warned Ryan Reynolds and Rob Mac about Wrexham growing too fast, urging them to invest in infrastructure as the club sits just one step away from the Premier League

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7 h. ago The unusual walking trend that promises to strengthen underused muscles

Backwards walking, also known as retro walking or reverse walking, is a simple way to switch up your routine

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7 h. ago European country turns to its retirees to tackle job shortages

The new legislation comes as lawmakers aim to grow its country’s economy

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