Nation and World
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US Special Operations helicopters near Venezuela expand Caribbean mission
Oct 16, 2025 3:43 pm - The U.S. military’s elite Special Operations aviation unit appears to have flown in Caribbean waters less than 90 miles from the coast of Venezuela in recent days, according to a visual analysis by The Washington Post.The helicopters were engaged in training exercises, according to a U.S. official, that could serve as preparation for expanded conflict against alleged drug traffickers, including potentially missions inside Venezuela.
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Recession warning signs to watch: Goodbye lipstick, hello Hamburger Helper
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ICE officers in Chicago area will be required to wear body cameras, judge says
Oct 16, 2025 10:39 am - A judge says federal immigration officers in the Chicago area will be required to wear body cameras after the use of tear gas and other aggressive steps against protesters. Federal Judge Sara Ellis says she was a "little startled" after seeing TV images of clashes between agents and the public.
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Fresh off a fragile Gaza ceasefire, Trump says he's now focused on ending Russia's war on Ukraine
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The rat of the famed Chicago Rat Hole was almost certainly a squirrel
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US pushes Russia to negotiate as Hegseth warns Moscow of ‘costs’
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JD Vance dismisses bipartisan outrage over racist and offensive Young Republican group chat
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Judge temporarily blocks the Trump administration from firing workers during the government shutdown
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Trump says he has authorized covert CIA action in Venezuela
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Israel receives remains of 2 more hostages as military says another body was not that of a hostage