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The Senate advanced the nomination of Pete Hegseth as President Donald Trump’s defense secretary Thursday on a largely party-line vote, despite grave objections from Democrats and stirring unease among Republicans. A final vote on confirmation is expected Friday.

The Senate advanced the nomination of Pete Hegseth as President Donald Trump’s defense secretary Thursday on a largely party-line vote, despite grave objections from Democrats and stirring unease among Republicans. A final vote on confirmation is expected Friday.

Belarus’ authoritarian President Alexander Lukashenko, who has been in power for over 30 years, is poised to extend his rule in an election that concludes Sunday and that the opposition dismisses as a farce.

Belarus’ authoritarian President Alexander Lukashenko, who has been in power for over 30 years, is poised to extend his rule in an election that concludes Sunday and that the opposition dismisses as a farce.

Why is Trump releasing the last files on JFK, RFL, MLK assassinations?  Al Jazeera English

In an increasingly digital world, connectivity is a necessity. Yet, nearly a third of the global population remains offline, unable to access the services vital to participating in our global digital economy and society. The Edison Alliance at the World

Trump to visit disaster-stricken areas on first trip since starting second term  CNN

In his first three days, Trump disrupted America. Then he turned to the world  CNN

Hamas has released the names of four female soldiers expected to be freed on Saturday as part of the Gaza ceasefire deal with Israel.

He has sharply criticized President Joe Biden’s administration for its handling of Hurricane Helene in North Carolina, and he’s suggested withholding money from California unless it changes water policies.