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Security cabinet convenes in wake of recent tensions on Lebanese border, West Bank

While meeting was scheduled in advance, ministers in the high-level forum are also expected to address deadly terror attack in Tel Aviv

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Russia strikes Ukraine blood center, aeronautics group: Zelensky

KYIV — Moscow escalated its attacks in Ukraine on Saturday, with President Volodymyr Zelensky denouncing a deadly strike on a blood transfusion center as a “war crime”. A separate strike struck a key factory, both attacks coming just hours after

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Ben Gvir praises settler who killed Palestinian in clash: ‘Should get medal of honor’

After incident in Burqa, national security minister says ‘anyone who defends himself against rock-throwing’ should get award; 2nd suspect is ex-spokesman for MK in Ben Gvir’s party

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Efforts underway to honor Jewish founder of century-old US Black school network

When education was segregated and authorities barely funded Black students, Julius Rosenwald gave millions to form Rosenwald Schools; new movement eyes national park in his memory

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A train derailment has killed at least 15 and injured 50 in southern Pakistan

At least 15 passengers were killed and 50 more injured when a train derailed near the Pakistani town of Nawabshah in southern Sindh province, officials said Sunday.

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How the Democrats lost Florida

Their negligence in the former swing state paved a path for Republican dominance

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‘Do not be afraid,’ Pope Francis tells 1.5 million at World Youth Day

Pope Francis has encouraged young people around the world to hold on to their hopes and dreams for a better future during the closing Mass of Catholic Church’s World Youth Day in Lisbon. “Do not be afraid,” the pontiff said

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What one Indian couple risked to follow their hearts and avoid arranged marriage – NPR

What one Indian couple risked to follow their hearts and avoid arranged marriage  NPR

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They wanted a Bollywood ending, not an arranged marriage. Their escape came at a cost

More than 90% of Indians have arranged marriages, and polls show most are happy with that system. But for couples who want to follow their hearts, the risks can be severe. (Image credit: Getty Images and NPR/Photo illustration: Vartika Sharma

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Pfizer’s Covid Boost Crashes to Earth

With the company’s pandemic lift from the Covid-19 vaccine and drug sales over, Pfizer CEO Albert Bourla is betting on new drug approvals and deals.

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