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From the Magazine - Many voters want generational change. Boomer priorities still rule. By - Simon Montlake - / 9 min

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Trump widens battle with the press, banning CNN and others from White House -- President Donald Trump announced a ban on three major news outlets – CNN, Politico, and MS NOW – calling them purveyors of "fake news." -- Linda Feldmann

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In an effort to tamp down inflation, the Fed raises interest rates -- Simon Montlake

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As Russia votes, the Kremlin offers the public few options – or incentives -- Fred Weir

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Why Republicans are facing pushback over Trump's transactional Cuba policy -- Howard LaFranchi

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On eve of China summit, Trump raises stakes on AI competition -- Linda Feldmann

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ICE agent shoots and wounds man in Austin, Texas, officials say -- Jesse Bedayn and Christopher Weber

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Kremlin dominance in Russia's first wartime parliamentary election all but assured -- The Associated Press

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Denmark's leaders express cautious optimism on Trump's Greenland deal -- James Brooks and Kirsten Grieshaber

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The Explainer - The price of diesel keeps rising. Why it's about to hit American consumers. By - Victoria Hoffmann - , Laina Gustafson - / 5 min

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From the Magazine - On the 6:09 train, a traditional sound brings reflection - By - Ben Corn - / 4 min

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Why Houthi offensive in Yemen has implications for Mideast and global trade -- Dominique Soguel

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Iran war is draining US military resources from Pacific and Asia -- Analysts warn that the U.S.-Iran war is syphoning vital ships, weapons, and troops from the Pacific, risking emboldening rivals China and North Korea. -- Anna Mulrine Grobe

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First Look -- Iran vows response to US strikes, says American facilities are 'exposed' -- Nayera Abdallah and Eman Abouhassira

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Fighting on two fronts: Army secretary's exit highlights Hegseth's war on pushback - By - Anna Mulrine Grobe - / 4 min

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From Bernie Sanders to Steve Bannon, diverse AI-safety advocates grow louder -- Caitlin Babcock

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Supreme Court blocks Trump effort to restrict mail ballots ahead of midterms -- Andrew Chung

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For some Israelis, criticizing the military's conduct in Gaza is beyond the pale -- A new Israeli documentary about the military's conduct in the Gaza war has brought accusations of "treason" from some of Israel's leaders. -- Ilan Ben Zion

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Crossing Israel's Arab-Jewish divide, this former police officer joined an Islamist party -- Ilan Ben Zion

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Why Saudi Arabia and the Houthis in Yemen are heading toward war -- Dominique Soguel

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Why the US appears to have given up on nuclear deal with Iran -- Howard LaFranchi

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After a biopic's success, the French ask: Where's our modern de Gaulle? -- The popularity in France of a two-part biopic about Charles de Gaulle is highlighting public frustration with the country's present-day politicians. -- Colette Davidson

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Canada wants the EU to step up as a global power. Does Europe? By - Mark Sappenfield - , Sara Miller Llana - / 5 min

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One nation reaches for Europe. The other, for Russia. Both use the same tactics. -- Fred Weir

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From the Magazine - A writer chases butterflies, collects life lessons

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Harry Belafonte, a 'radical before it was chic,' sang for justice

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How to maintain 'an informed citizenry' in the age of AI

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'The Small Stuff' urges us to value ordinary delights

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Renoir portraits offer a glimpse into a fleeting world

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'I'm so grateful.' Diners relish high-end food on Pay What You Can day.

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When Native justice clashes with 'Anglo' law

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'So heartfelt.' Dolly Parton blended stardom with a unifying care for people.

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Trial by fire – and flood: A new chief pursues FEMA reforms -- Cam Hamilton faces a test as the new Federal Emergency Management Agency head, addressing rising needs while letting local responders take the lead. -- Patrik Jonsson

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Technology has posed threats before. AI can be managed, too, historian says. By - Laina Gustafson - / 5 min

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Native American ideas helped shape the Revolution – and the America of today -- Scott Baldauf

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A traffic stop could lead to much more, as ICE deputizes local law enforcement -- Sarah Matusek

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Somaliland's women shoot high on and off the court - In Somaliland, a breakaway state in the Horn of Africa, female basketball players are fighting to play for a country not found on the world map. By - Sophie Neiman - , Mahbub Abdillahi - / 4 min

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Ecuador created a landmark university focused on Indigenous culture. Why is it now at risk? -- Caterina Morbiato

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This designer in Côte d'Ivoire is tailor-made to suit dignitaries - By - Melanie Stetson Freeman - , Colette Davidson - / 2 min

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China restricts overseas travel to stop high tech from leaving -- Ann Scott Tyson

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Everyone has a 9/11 story. This is mine, from behind the lens. -- Melanie Stetson Freeman

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A walk in the rain -- Robert Klose

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Joyful collaboration -- Octavia McBride-Ahebee

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Gators invade the suburbs -- Zachary Przystup

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Rescue at the library -- Murr Brewster

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Recess for office workers: Why not? -- Danny Heitman

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Rescued from recklessness

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Rise and shine - By - Carol Dismore - / 1 min

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Trusting God step by step

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A CHRISTIAN SCIENCE PERSPECTIVE

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From the dark hours of 9/11, choosing light - Twenty-five years after this act of terrorism, memories of courage and unity still glow brightly. Amid growing political division, they can help Americans recommit to the civic values of neighborliness and everyday empathy. By - the Monitor's Editorial Board - / 3 min

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From the Editors -- What it takes to rebuild

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Readers Respond -- A headline that rattled

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Readers Respond -- A moviegoer's odyssey

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