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Hostage agony: Israeli families still await final remains

Families of Israeli hostages face weeks of uncertainty as Hamas struggles to recover and return the final bodies despite a fragile ceasefire and ongoing implementation talks, deepening tensions over the deal

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39% - TSMC third quarter profit jump year on year driven by AI chip demand

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We will disarm them, maybe violently — President Donald Trump

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Ceasefire inches forward - Israel and Hamas begin implementation talks

Israel and Hamas are moving into the next stage of the US‑brokered ceasefire while families wait for the return of missing hostages. The cluster covers implementation talks, identification of remains, and the humanitarian and political fallout.

Video appears to show Hamas executing Palestinians

Allegations and footage of summary executions in Gaza raise fears of reprisals and war crimes. Reports document Hamas executing Palestinians accused of collaboration and outline limits to body recoveries.

Trump authorizes CIA covert operations in Venezuela

The White House confirmed covert steps targeting Venezuela and signaled possible escalation. Multiple reports document presidential authorizations for CIA activity and wider covert operations against Maduro's networks.

Pentagon seizes reporters badges over new rules

Dozens of Pentagon journalists rejected new access rules and surrendered badges in protest. The press walkout underscores a widening clash over Pentagon media access and reporting constraints.

Judge temporarily blocks federal layoffs during shutdown

Federal courts have intervened in the administration's plan to axe workers during the partial government shutdown while the White House orders measures to keep troops paid. Legal fights over mass firings are unfolding in multiple districts.

Supreme Court hears key Voting Rights redistricting case

The Supreme Court heard high‑stakes arguments over race in redistricting that could reshape enforcement of the Voting Rights Act. Justices appeared receptive to limits on race conscious maps in multiple exchanges.

White House plans IRS overhaul to expand political probes

Reports describe White House plans to remake federal enforcement agencies to expand politically focused probes. Stories document proposals to install allies at the IRS and to empower investigations into donors and left‑leaning groups.

China tightens rare earth controls to gain leverage

Beijing's rare earth export controls and Washington's response are roiling global supply chains. China clarified its measures after US criticism while US officials weigh strategic stakes in mining and processing firms.

India exports to US plunge after Trump 50 percent tariffs

Trump administration tariffs and trade clashes are reshaping global commerce. India's exports to the US have plunged after new tariffs while the president frames a broader trade confrontation with China.

TSMC Q3 profit soars 39 percent on AI chip demand

Chipmakers and related suppliers are benefiting from the AI boom while new entrants go public. TSMC reported record profits and a Japanese photomask maker surged on its IPO debut.

NTSB says faulty engineering caused Titan submersible implosion

The NTSB concluded the Titan submersible disaster resulted from engineering failures and safety lapses. Multiple agency findings and media reports confirm faulty design and lax oversight in the fatal implosion.

Regulators approve new bank backed by Trump donors

Federal regulators approved a new bank backed by major Trump donors even as the White House hosted those backers at a high dollar fundraiser. The moves highlight growing ties between policy and donor finance.

US seeks to double Argentina aid package to 40 billion dollars

Washington is mobilizing major financial and political support for Argentina while critics warn of costs. The administration is arranging large aid packages and private financing to stabilize the Milei government.

Tomahawks on the table - Trump weighs sending cruise missiles to Ukraine

Debate over supplying long range Tomahawk missiles to Kyiv intensified as NATO agreed to increase deliveries. Ukrainian officials requested large arms packages for 2026 while US decision makers weigh the impact.

Russia strikes Ukrainian gas facilities in new barrage

Russia stepped up attacks on Ukraine's infrastructure this month targeting gas facilities and rail lines. Allied intelligence notes shifting front line dynamics even as Kyiv scrambles to protect logistics.

FBI says operation seized fentanyl enough to kill 55 million

The Trump administration and FBI touted mass arrests and huge fentanyl seizures under Operation Summer Heat. Officials credited the campaign with historic metrics even as critics questioned methods and counting.

DOT withholds 40 million from California over trucker language rule

The Transportation Department withheld federal funds from California over enforcement of English proficiency for truckers. The dispute signals federal pressure on state labor and safety rules and could cost millions.

Defense Secretary plane makes emergency landing in UK

The Defense Secretary's flight made an unscheduled emergency landing in the United Kingdom after a windshield cracked in flight. Pentagon spokespeople confirmed the diversion and an investigation into the incident.

Egypt asks for 10 thousand person Palestinian security force in Gaza

Implementation of the Gaza deal hinges on security arrangements and regional cooperation. Egypt and the US are proposing forces and guarantees while Israel warns delays in returning remains could stall progress.

Microsoft plans to move Surface production out of China

Major tech firms are shifting manufacturing and supply chains amid geopolitical tension. Reports show Microsoft planning to move Surface production out of China and to source more hardware outside the mainland.

YouTube restores service after global outage

A global outage briefly disrupted YouTube and millions of users reported problems. Service was restored after the platform acknowledged and resolved the issue.

NBC lays off staff and shifts resources toward sports

Major media groups announced staff cuts as corporate restructurings proceed. NBC confirmed layoffs and said it would reallocate resources including toward sports programming.

Los Angeles County declares emergency over federal immigration raids

Local officials in Los Angeles declared emergencies as federal immigration enforcement actions expanded. County leaders said the measures were needed to protect communities and coordinate services.

Cyber firm F5 breach blamed on Chinese state actors

Recent cyber intrusions exposed source code and sensitive government access linked to Chinese actors. Security experts warned the F5 breach and related compromises may have severe long term consequences.