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Trump Prioritizes AI Advancement Despite Potential Political Risks

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Trump Prioritizes AI Advancement Despite Potential Political Risks

US President Trump has made artificial intelligence a central political issue, emphasizing its importance despite concerns and possible loss of support.

Trump’s Chief of Staff Susie Wiles Declares She Is Cancer-Free

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Sep 17, 2026, 8:10 am

Trump’s Chief of Staff Susie Wiles Declares She Is Cancer-Free

Susie Wiles, 69, White House Chief of Staff and close ally of President Trump, announces she has overcome cancer.

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Displaced Syrians Scavenge Burning Garbage for Recyclables to Survive

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Sep 17, 2026, 8:05 am

Displaced Syrians Scavenge Burning Garbage for Recyclables to Survive

Displaced Syrians sift through burning waste heaps to collect recyclables, highlighting severe economic hardship and lack of support amid ongoing crisis.

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Trump Seeks Meeting with Zelenskyy at UN Amid Rising Ukraine Civilian Deaths

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Sep 17, 2026, 8:05 am

Trump Seeks Meeting with Zelenskyy at UN Amid Rising Ukraine Civilian Deaths

Donald Trump is advocating for a meeting with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy at the upcoming UN session to discuss ending Russia's war on…

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Syria Ends al-Assad-Era Terrorism Court Amid Rising Kurdish Unrest

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Sep 17, 2026, 8:05 am

Syria Ends al-Assad-Era Terrorism Court Amid Rising Kurdish Unrest

Syria abolishes the controversial terrorism court from al-Assad's era as President Ahmed al-Sharaa faces growing Kurdish tensions after 14 years of conflict.

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Houthis Release Video Alleging Downing of Saudi Fighter Jet in Marib

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Sep 17, 2026, 8:05 am

Houthis Release Video Alleging Downing of Saudi Fighter Jet in Marib

Houthi forces have published footage purportedly showing a Saudi fighter jet they claim to have shot down in Yemen's Marib region amid…

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Lebanon Returns 37 Ancient Egyptian Artefacts Smuggled Six Years Ago

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Sep 17, 2026, 8:00 am

Lebanon Returns 37 Ancient Egyptian Artefacts Smuggled Six Years Ago

Lebanon has repatriated 37 artefacts from ancient Egypt, seized after being smuggled out six years ago, highlighting efforts to protect cultural heritage.

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