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Bondi Beach massacre: Attack inspired by ISIS kills at least 15

A Hanukkah gathering at Bondi Beach was hit by an ISIS inspired mass shooting that killed at least 15 people and left the community reeling as authorities investigate motive and security failures

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4.6% - U.S. unemployment rate, highest since 2021

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"He has an alcoholic's personality" — Susie Wiles

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Bondi Beach attack: Australia says ISIS inspiration

Australian authorities declare the Bondi Beach Hanukkah shooting a terrorist attack inspired by Islamic State ideology. The massacre left civilian victims including children and survivors describe horrific scenes on the beach. The incident has spurred national security and gun control debate.

Providence police release new image in Brown shooting manhunt

Providence and federal authorities continue an intense manhunt after a shooter killed and wounded students at Brown University. Police have released multiple images of a person of interest and urged the public to come forward as searches and evidence collection continue.

Nick Reiner arrested in Reiner parents' killings

The Los Angeles investigation into the deaths of Rob and Michele Reiner advances after their son Nick was arrested. Prosecutors will review the case as questions over Nick Reiner's medical fitness and court appearances emerge.

Susie Wiles tells all in candid Vanity Fair interviews

Explosive Vanity Fair interviews with White House chief of staff Susie Wiles rocked the administration, revealing blunt assessments of the president and top aides. The interviews have triggered damage control across the White House and political blowback.

Pentagon will not release full unedited Sept 2 boat strike video

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth refused to release the unedited Sept. 2 video of a follow-up strike on an alleged drug boat, saying it is classified. Republicans in Congress pressed for declassification while the Pentagon defends restricted access for lawmakers only.

US military says strikes on three drug boats killed eight people

U.S. forces carried out fresh strikes on multiple vessels in the eastern Pacific, killing several people the military described as narco threats. The strikes signal an intensifying campaign against maritime drug trafficking and have drawn scrutiny over legality and oversight.

Trump expands travel ban to five more countries

The White House expanded travel restrictions, adding several countries to a proclamation limiting entry. The move intensifies administration immigration and security policy and fuels domestic political debate over enforcement and national security.

Trump sues BBC for multibillion dollar defamation claim

President Trump filed a major lawsuit against the BBC while Congress probes Justice Department actions. Newly released memos and files show FBI doubts over probable cause in the Mar-a-Lago search and lawmakers expand inquiries into special counsel reports.

Unemployment hits four year high at 4.6 percent

The U.S. jobs report showed modest payroll gains while unemployment rose to its highest level since 2021, underscoring cooling in the labor market. Economists and policymakers flagged the mixed data as risks for near term growth and political messaging.

US designates Colombia's EGC group as a terrorist organization

The United States labeled major Colombian criminal groups as terrorist organizations, broadening the administration's counterdrug and counterterrorism tools. The designations target organized crime networks and aim to tighten international coordination.

Graham warns strikes will fail if Maduro remains in power

Senators and administration officials clash over policy toward Venezuela as military strikes and diplomatic pressure escalate. Lawmakers warned the effort could be futile without a political strategy to remove Nicolás Maduro.

EU ends internal combustion engine ban and sets new CO2 limits

The European Commission reversed course on a 2035 ban on new internal combustion engine sales, opting for flexibility amid automaker pressure. The shift rewrites near term EU climate policy and redraws the auto industry roadmap for electrification.

NOAA Arctic report: winter is being redefined

NOAA and climate scientists warn the Arctic is warming and redefining winter with record temperatures and rainfall. The accelerating changes pose risks for global weather patterns and ecosystems and underscore climate urgency.

Rhode Island AG says FBI 'got over their skis' in manhunt

Rhode Island officials criticized federal tactics in the Brown University shooting manhunt, saying the FBI overreacted in ways that complicated the investigation. Local authorities defended search strategy as the search for the shooter continued.

Speaker Johnson says he will not allow ACA subsidy vote

House Republicans face intraparty revolt over letting key Affordable Care Act subsidies expire. Vulnerable GOP members pressed Speaker Mike Johnson to allow a vote while leadership resisted, raising the prospect of an Obamacare cliff for millions.

Hegseth planning huge shakeup of top military command

Defense Secretary Hegseth is reportedly pursuing wide leadership changes across top military commands while retaining a hard line on operational transparency. The moves signal a strategic shift and have alarmed some lawmakers and officers.

DR Congo rebels to withdraw from Uvira at US request

Rebel fighters in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo said they will withdraw from a key city at the U.S. request as diplomatic pressure rises. The move could ease localized fighting but leaves broader regional instability unresolved.

New FBI memos drop bombshell about Mar a Lago ransacking

Newly released FBI memos and reporting rekindled controversy over the 2022 Mar a Lago search, showing internal doubts about probable cause. The disclosures have sparked fresh political battles and congressional demands for documents.

Zelensky says US negotiated security proposals could reach Russia

Ukrainian and Western leaders reported progress on security guarantees to deter Russia as diplomatic talks advanced. Officials said negotiated proposals could soon be presented to Moscow, while debate continues over enforcement and timelines.

FBI stops planned New Year's Eve Los Angeles terror attack

Law enforcement and prosecutors exposed plots and informant networks in several domestic terror and bombing cases. The FBI credited informants and undercover work in thwarting planned attacks and underscored both successes and debate over methods.

Oil prices drop to lowest levels since 2021

Oil prices fell to multi year lows as peace prospects and global supply dynamics shifted, while legacy automakers like Ford posted large writedowns and retreated from some EV plans. The moves highlight stress in energy and auto sectors.

Treasury official says deportations are lowering rents for working Americans

The administration emphasized mass deportations and visa policy as part of broader immigration enforcement moves, drawing lawsuits and criticism. Civil rights groups and state officials challenged designations and enforcement tactics in court.

Congress nears bipartisan permitting reform push

Congress moves toward bipartisan permitting reform even as hardline Republicans warn it could undercut administration priorities. The debate highlights tensions between deregulation and environmental and local concerns.

CDC defends measles response as outbreaks balloon

Public health agencies warned of rising measles outbreaks and a new severe flu variant, as officials urged vaccinations and precautions ahead of winter travel. Health systems warned of pressure if seasonal viruses surge.

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