Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant reconnected to external power from Ukraine
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It’s the deadliest year for people in ICE custody in decades; next year could be worse
There have been at least 20 deaths in ICE custody in 2025, the deadliest year since 2004. As the agency
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Read MoreTrump says Australia will get the Aukus submarines – but the decision won’t be his to make
If the US navy needs the subs, they cannot be sold to Australia, regardless of how much the president might
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