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New Israeli corridor in southern Gaza; Netanyahu, Trump to meet againThe Israeli military’s announcement of the Morag Corridor followed White House confirmation that Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu would meet Monday with President Donald Trump, their second meeting at the White House since Mr. Trump took office in January.
In Navy library’s DEI purge, books on feminism, racism, HolocaustMaya Angelou’s autobiography, “I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings,” was among nearly 400 volumes removed from the Naval Academy’s library after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s office ordered the school to get rid of those promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Wisconsin attorney general asks state Supreme Court to halt Musk paymentsWisconsin's attorney general asked the state Supreme Court to block Elon Musk from handing out checks to voters amid a tightly contested election.
Rescue efforts ongoing after quake rocks much of MyanmarRescue efforts are underway across Myanmar after a devastating earthquake Friday. Teams and equipment have been flown in from other nations, though the quake damaged airports in Myanmar's major cities.
Canadian prime minister and election opponent say Trump must respect sovereigntyCanadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and his Conservative opponent have kicked off their campaigns amid a trade war and annexation threats from U.S. President Donald Trump.
Sudan’s military consolidates grip on capital, retaking more key government buildingsThe gains come a day after the military seized control of the Republican Palace in Khartoum from a notorious paramilitary group.
