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Israel says bodies of 6 hostages retrieved in overnight operation
Israeli forces announced the recovery of six hostages’ bodies, captured by Hamas during the Oct. 7 attacks, following an overnight military operation in Gaza. The Israeli Defense Forces and Israel’s security agency confirmed the retrieval in a joint statement on Tuesday, Aug. 20. The military identified the hostages whose bodies were returned to Israel as… -
Protesters attempt to breach barricade at DNC
Protests erupted outside the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago on Monday, Aug. 19, as thousands of demonstrators voiced opposition to U.S. support for Israel in the ongoing Gaza war. The largely peaceful protests took a more confrontational turn when a small group of protesters breached a security fence near the convention site, drawing the… -
Biden highlights his legacy, passes torch to Harris in DNC address
In a speech lasting nearly an hour on the first night of the Democratic National Convention (DNC), President Joe Biden defended his record as he passed the torch to Vice President Kamala Harris. And protesters took to the streets outside the DNC calling for an end to the war in Gaza. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown… -
7-Eleven gets buyout offer from owner of Circle K
Can Frosters and Slurpees coexist? What about Polar Pops and Big Gulps? We may soon find out. The owner of Circle K wants to buy the owner of 7-Eleven. The former sent a preliminary offer described as “friendly” and “nonbinding.” Though Alimentation Couche-Tard, the parent company of Circle K, based in Canada, and Seven and… -
Perdue recalls over 167,000 pounds of chicken products | What you need to know
Perdue Farms has issued a recall for over 167,000 pounds of its frozen chicken products. The voluntary recall comes after a foreign material — identified as a thin strand of metal wire — was found in some packages. “We determined the material to be a very thin strand of metal wire that was inadvertently introduced into… -
‘This is a decisive moment’ in Gaza war cease-fire talks: Blinken
Secretary of State Antony Blinken arrived in Israel on Sunday, Aug. 18, to meet with top officials as negotiations continue for a Gaza cease-fire and the release of hostages held by Hamas. This marks his ninth visit to the region since the Israel-Hamas war began in October. “This is a decisive moment, probably the best,… -
Biden admin’s ‘parole in place’ policy for spouses of US citizens launches
A new Biden administration policy will allow some spouses of U.S. citizens without legal permission to remain in the U.S. to legalize their status without having to leave the country. The initiative, which starts Monday, Aug. 19, is modeled after the existing “Parole in Place” program, previously available to family members of U.S. military personnel… -
Day 1 of Democratic National Convention, Biden slated to speak tonight
The Democratic National Convention kicks off in Chicago as President Joe Biden is among the names scheduled to speak the first night. And Secretary of State Antony Blinken is in Israel preparing for what he calls a ‘decisive moment’ in cease-fire talks. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Monday, Aug. 19, 2024. Day 1… -
The Onion, Playboy bringing back print editions amid trend to go digital
The Onion and Playboy are among the publications bucking the trend and bringing back their printed editions rather than remaining all digital. These announcements come as others cease printing altogether. In July, five newspapers in Oregon stopped printing, citing common reasons like lack of advertising revenue, drop in circulation and a focus on digital. But… -
Israel-Hamas war cease-fire talks stretch into second day in Qatar
U.S. officials have reported progress in the ongoing cease-fire talks aimed at ending the Israel-Hamas conflict, with discussions in Doha, Qatar, extending into a second day. The negotiations — involving Israeli, Qatari and Egyptian officials — are focused on securing a cease-fire agreement and the release of hostages. White House National Security Council Communications Advisor… -
Secret Service to shield Trump with bulletproof glass at outdoor rallies
The U.S. Secret Service is allowing former President Donald Trump to resume outdoor campaign rallies by surrounding his podium with bulletproof glass, law enforcement officials told several news outlets. Typically reserved for sitting presidents, this measure comes after an attempted assassination during a rally in Pennsylvania in July. The Secret Service recommended that Trump avoid… -
Teen who created soap to treat skin cancer named Time’s Kid of the Year
Time magazine is honoring a scientist who created a bar of soap that has the potential to transform skin cancer treatment — while he still found time to be part of his school’s marching band. Fifteen-year-old scientist Heman Bekele from Fairfax, Virginia has been named Time’s 2024 Kid of the Year. Time put Bekele on its… -
Hurricane Ernesto strengthens to Category 2 storm as it approaches Bermuda
Hurricane Ernesto intensified into a Category 2 storm and could strengthen even more on its way to Bermuda. And following the assassination attempt, the Secret Service plans to add additional security measures for former President Donald Trump’s outdoor rallies — including bulletproof glass. These stories and more highlight The Morning Rundown for Friday, Aug. 16, 2024.…
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