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Judge orders White House to reinstate press access until litigation concludes
A federal judge on Tuesday ruled the Trump administration must continue to grant CNN, MS NOW and Politico access to the White House grounds while the lawsuit filed by the three news organizations continues. Why it matters: It marks a major win for the news outlets as it maintains their White House access and signals the judge believes their legal claims could succeed on their merits. - Judge Timothy Kelly, an appointee of President Trump, awarded a temporary restraining order to the plaintiffs on Sept. 24 that mandated the White House reinstate the outlets' credentials for 14 days.
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EN DIRECT, guerre en Ukraine : des infrastructures énergétiques de Kiev visées par une attaque russe « massive », selon le maire
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US judge extends White House access for CNN, MS NOW, Politico amid legal fight
- US judge Timothy Kelly extended White House access for CNN, MS NOW and Politico, saying Trump likely broke the law by banning them over their coverage. - Kelly said Trump’s remarks showed “unlawful viewpoint discrimination”, not national security concerns, and kept the preliminary injunction in place until final judgment or appeal. - The case adds to Trump’s wider clash with the media, as the outlets argue the ban was retaliation that breached First Amendment and due process rights.
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Seeing pivotal election, Israelis fly from around world to vote
- Thousands of Israelis abroad are flying home to vote in the Oct 27 election, which many see as a crucial test of Benjamin Netanyahu and his hard-right government. - Many voters say the race is about Israel's future, including religion, democracy, and how the country is seen abroad, with some returning after years away. - The Aid Coalition's Fly & Vote scheme is helping voters travel, but Likud has accused it of bribery, and a settlement has stopped new ticket sales.
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Dean's LIVE w Ken Harbaugh: Trump Joins Putin's War Against Ukraine
In a recent episode of The Ken Harbaugh Show, Dean Blundell and Ken Harbaugh discussed the implications of Donald Trump's comments regarding the Ukraine conflict. They unpacked how Trump’s rhetoric seems to align with narratives coming from the Kremlin, suggesting a troubling shift in U.S. political discourse. The conversation highlighted the potential dangers of this alignment, especially as tensions in Ukraine escalate.
Harbaugh emphasized the need for clarity in U.S. foreign policy and the importance of supporting Ukraine against Russian aggression. They also touched on how Trump's statements could influence his supporters and the broader political landscape. The episode serves as a reminder of the ongoing complexities in international relations and the responsibility of leaders to communicate thoughtfully.
Overall, the dialogue was a mix of concern and a call to action, urging listeners to stay informed and engaged with the situation as it evolves.
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Judge extends White House access to banned media outlets CNN, MS Now and Politico
District court judge Timothy Kelly was ruling after the Trump administration blocked access to the three outlets in September A federal judge ordered the White House on Tuesday to continue allowing journalists from CNN, MS Now and Politico to access the building as the media coalition’s lawsuit against the Trump administration plays out.
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BofA No Longer in Talks to Arrange IPO of China’s Moonshot AI
Bank of America Corp. is no longer part of the potential roster of banks working on Moonshot AI’s initial public offering, according to people familiar with the matter, as the Chinese artificial intelligence darling faces scrutiny in the US.
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What China's 'Extraordinary' Trade Surplus Means
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‘Deeply unfortunate’: Sheikh Hasina on Bangladesh skipping India-hosted BRICS summit
Bangladesh Prime Minister Tarique Rahman’s decision to skip the BRICS summit in India was “immature” and damaged Bangladesh’s national interest, former premier Sheikh Hasina has said, warning that foreign policy driven by personal reactions or short-term political calculations is inherently counterproductive. In an exclusive interview with PTI, Ms. Hasina said Bangladesh’s participation at the summit of the influential grouping could have opened up new opportunities for the country’s economic and social development, but that chance was lost.
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Taiwan must 'bear the consequences' of water cannon incident, China says
BEIJING: Taiwan must "bear the consequences" of its Coast Guard using a water cannon against a Chinese fishing boat near an atoll in the South China Sea, a Chinese government spokesperson said on Wednesday (Oct 14). A Taiwan Coast Guard ship this month fired its water cannon, saying the boat failed to respond to warnings to move away from restricted waters close to the Taiwan-controlled Pratas Islands. The ship then suffered engine failure and was towed away by a nearby Chinese vessel, Taiwan's Coast Guard said.