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U.S. Caught Between Canada and India Amid Diplomatic Tensions Over Trudeau's Allegations
The United States finds itself in a delicate position, navigating the diplomatic fallout between Canada and India. The tension stems from Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's explosive allegations that Indian agents were involved in the assassination of a Sikh Separatist leader on Canadian soil. 
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Tropical Storm Ophelia Threatens East Coast with Heavy Rain, Winds, and Coastal Flooding
Tropical Storm Ophelia, which formed off the Southeast U.S. coast, is set to unleash a combination of heavy rain, strong winds, high surf, and coastal flooding up the Eastern Seaboard as it moves into the weekend. The storm, which became the 16th of the 2023 Atlantic hurricane season, is currently centered 185 miles south of Cape Hatteras, North Carolina, and is advancing north-northwest at a speed of 10 to 15 mph. 
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Sen. Bob Menendez Faces Second Corruption Indictment in a Decade: Gold Bars, Luxury Cars, and Political Influence at the Center
In a significant development that has sent shockwaves through the political landscape, New Jersey Democratic Senator Bob Menendez and his wife, Nadine Arslanian Menendez, have been indicted on charges related to corruption. This marks the second time in just ten years that Menendez faces such allegations, putting his political career under intense scrutiny. 
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Detroit's Big Three Face Tense Hours as UAW Strike Widens: What's at Stake?
Detroit's automotive giants, General Motors, Ford, and Stellantis, are grappling with a rapidly escalating strike led by the United Auto Workers (UAW) union. The strike, which began over a week ago, has now expanded to include 38 locations across 20 states, signaling a significant intensification of the labor dispute. 
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U.S. Allocates $600 Million for Free COVID-19 Test Kits: Here's What You Need to Know
The U.S. is reinstating some COVID-19 related measures. 
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U.S. and China Inaugurate Economic and Financial Working Groups Amid Diplomatic Strains
In a significant move to bolster economic and financial dialogue, the U.S. and China have jointly announced the establishment of two high-level working groups. These initiatives come at a time when the two global powerhouses grapple with geopolitical tensions and trade disputes, underscoring the importance of maintaining open channels of communication. 
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U.S. Tightens Chip Funding Rules to Counter China's Semiconductor Ambitions
In a move to safeguard national interests and technological advancements, the U.S. Commerce Department has finalized regulations aimed at preventing China and other nations perceived as security threats from benefiting from the $52 billion semiconductor manufacturing subsidies. 
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Murdoch Steps Down: What's Next for Fox in its Love-Hate Relationship with Trump?
Rupert Murdoch, the 92-year-old media mogul, has announced his retirement from his roles as chairman of both Fox Corporation and Fox News Group, transitioning to the position of honorary chairman. His eldest son, Lachlan, is set to take his place. 
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Tragic Bus Crash in New York's Orange County: Farmingdale High School Students En Route to Band Camp Affected
A somber mood enveloped New York's Orange County after a charter bus, ferrying students from Farmingdale High School to a band camp in Greeley, Pennsylvania, overturned on Interstate 84. The tragic incident, which occurred near the town of Wawayanda, approximately two hours northwest of New York City, has left communities in shock and mourning. 
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House GOP Faces Internal Strife as Government Shutdown Looms
In a week marked by political turbulence, House Republicans faced significant internal challenges, failing twice to pass a procedural hurdle for one of its 12 annual spending bills. This setback underscores the ongoing chaos surrounding the funding of the government for the next fiscal year. 
