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The UAW reaches a tentative deal with GM, the last holdout of Detroit's Big 3

Record deals with all three unionized automakers means a historic 6-week strike is ending — for now. The deals still need to be ratified by members, who could choose to go back to the table.

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Judge reimposes gag order on Trump in federal election interference case

The ruling puts back in place the restrictions that bar Trump from making public statements targeting prosecutors, court staff and likely witnesses.

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Hundreds stormed an airport in Russia's Dagestan, looking for passengers from Israel

Videos posted to social media showed crowds shouting anti-Semitic phrases as they swarmed the tarmac, going plane-to-plane in a search for passengers arriving from Tel Aviv.

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Up First briefing: Gazans describe a communication blackout; Biden's new AI oversight

Gaza residents share what it's like living through a communications blackout. President Biden is expected announce an executive order that aims to rein in artificial intelligence.

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Israel presses into Gaza as pro-Palestinian protests spread worldwide

An airport in southern Russia closed overnight after a crowd of protesters stormed the tarmac upon the arrival of a flight from Tel Aviv. An official called the riot a "gross violation of law."

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Iranian teenage girl who collapsed on Tehran subway has died, state media say

The reported death of Armita Geravand comes after her being in a coma for weeks and after the 1-year anniversary of the death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini which sparked nationwide protests at the time.

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Less snacking, more satisfaction: Some foods boost levels of an Ozempic-like hormone

Popular weight-loss drugs mimic GLP-1, a hormone the body makes naturally after eating. Turns out some foods trigger GLP-1 better than others, making us feel full and eat less.

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Her writing was admired by Hemingway. Then her books — and body — disappeared

Dawn Powell infiltrated the writing world by hanging out in bars and taverns around New York's Greenwich Village in the 1920s. What happened after she died didn't go according to script.

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She talked about depression at a checkup — and got billed for two visits.

Completing a routine depression screening questionnaire during an annual checkup is cost-free under federal law. But, as one woman discovered, answering a doctor's follow-up questions might not be.

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Biden plans to step up government oversight of AI with new 'pressure tests'

The White House will require AI companies to test new systems and submit the results to the federal government. The goal is to mitigate some risks as the technology rapidly develops.

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No candy for you. Some towns ban older kids from trick-or-treating on Halloween

When are kids too old to go trick-or-treating? In some U.S. towns, it's illegal for teenagers to indulge in the sweetest part of Halloween – one even threatened jail time.

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A passenger train slams into another in southern India, killing 13 people

The incoming train slammed into a stationary train in Andhra Pradesh state's Vizianagaram district, causing a derailment of at least three rail cars, senior railway official said.

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Canadian workers reach deal to end strike that shut down Great Lakes shipping artery

A deal was reached Sunday to end a week-long strike that had shut down a major shipping artery in the Great Lakes, halting the flow of grain and other goods from the U.S. and Canada.

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Multiple mass shootings over Halloween weekend leave 11 dead and scores injured

Authorities are investigating shootings in Texas, Indiana, Florida, Illinois, Georgia and other states. Many of the shootings took place at the sites of large gatherings early Sunday.

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California's ban on assault weapons will remain in effect after judges grant a stay

By a 2-1 margin, an appeals court ruled that the law will remain in place until after it hears arguments on a lower court's ruling that struck down the law.

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'This isn't us' — close-knit Lewiston begins to recover from the deadly mass shooting

After the shelter-in-place orders were lifted and the suspect's body was found, residents of Maine's second-largest city are "seeking normal" again.

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Hurricane Otis death toll rises to 39 as searchers comb through debris in Acapulco

Officials and residents expect the death toll to rise as aid begins to arrive and the search for victims expands outside the city to devastated neighborhoods.

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What is a walking school bus? Hint: It has no tires but lots of feet and lots of soul

So what is a walking school bus? A new children's book set in South Africa tells the story of some intrepid youngsters who figured out a way to stay safe during their long walk to class.

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Gaza residents break into U.N. warehouse for supplies as Israeli barrage continues

Thousands of Gaza residents broke into warehouses and distribution centers of the United Nations Palestinian refugee agency, grabbing flour and "basic survival items," the organization said on Sunday.

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Google to present its star witness, the company's CEO, in landmark monopoly trial

The Justice Department has wrapped its side of the case, alleging Google used its dominance to quash rivals. Now Google's CEO Sundar Pichai takes the stand.

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Halloween performs a neat trick, and it's not just about the treats

Part of Halloween's charm is that the normal rules are suspended. When else can kids dress up and demand candy from strangers? But some rules do apply.

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He chose to honor his mom's life with a psychedelic cartoon

Duncan Trussell turned real-life conversations about the biggest existential questions into a wacky yet genius animated show.

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Term limits for Congress are wildly popular. But most experts say they'd be a bad idea

It's no secret Americans have a negative view of Congress. And that frustration has led to some renewed interest in setting term limits for lawmakers, though it's an idea broadly opposed by experts.

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The FDA warns consumers to stop using several eyedrop products due to infection risk

Federal health officials issued the alert for six different brands of products after finding bacterial contamination at a manufacturing facility.

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'Friends' star Matthew Perry dies at age 54, reports say

Perry, who won an Emmy nod and enormous fame for his starring role as Chandler Bing in the hit sitcom, was found dead at his Los Angeles home, multiple outlets reported.

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UAW reaches tentative deal with Chrysler parent Stellantis to end 6-week strike

The news of a tentative deal comes less than a week after the union struck a similar deal with Ford. The proposed contracts now go to union membership for a vote. GM remains in talks with the union.

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Former Vice President Mike Pence ends his presidential campaign

Pence becomes the first major candidate to leave a race that has been dominated by his former boss-turned-rival, Donald Trump.

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Maine shooter's body was found near a scene that had been searched by police

Authorities said the 40-year-old man's body was found inside a trailer close to a recycling center Friday evening. Nearby trailers had previously been cleared twice by police.

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For Some Jewish Peace Activists, Demands For Ceasefire Come At A Personal Cost

Jewish Americans critical of how Israel and the US are responding to Hamas' attack say they're ostracized by the mainstream US Jewish community. They worry there's no room for dissenting voices.

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'Breakfast Club' host DJ Envy is being sued for alleged investment fraud

The popular Power 105. FM radio personality had partnered with investor Cesar Pina to host real estate seminars across the country. The feds now say Pina was running a Ponzi scheme.

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