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Trudeau says he has list of Tories vulnerable to, or engaged in, foreign meddling

Trudeau says he has list of Tories vulnerable to, or engaged in, foreign meddling

OTTAWA — Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre refuses to seek the security clearance necessary to be briefed on a list of people in his party who are involved in or vulnerable to foreign interference, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said Wednesday.
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Elon Musk commits $70 million to boost Donald Trump

Elon Musk commits $70 million to boost Donald Trump

WASHINGTON (AP) — Elon Musk , a tech mogul who is the world's richest person, plunged more than $70 million into helping Donald Trump and other Republicans win in November's election, making him one of the biggest donors to GOP causes this campaign s
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Harris and Trump transition efforts reflect their different approaches to governing

Harris and Trump transition efforts reflect their different approaches to governing

WASHINGTON (AP) — In a drab office suite just blocks from the White House, seasoned political operatives are drawing up detailed plans for a government in waiting. Another identical suite in the same government building is dark and idle.
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Federal money to help states hit by hurricanes Helene and Milton nears $2 billion

Federal money to help states hit by hurricanes Helene and Milton nears $2 billion

WASHINGTON (AP) — The federal government has approved nearly $2 billion in assistance across six states to help people hit hard by hurricanes Helene and Milton , the White House said Wednesday.
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Biden eulogizes Ethel Kennedy as 'hero' who put her own stamp on country

Biden eulogizes Ethel Kennedy as 'hero' who put her own stamp on country

WASHINGTON (AP) — President Joe Biden eulogized the late Ethel Kennedy in deeply personal terms at a memorial service Wednesday, hailing the wife of the late Sen. Robert F.
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U.K. calls for India co-operation in probe, analyst warns allies might limit response

U.K. calls for India co-operation in probe, analyst warns allies might limit response

OTTAWA — The British government says India should co-operate with Canada's investigation into accusations that New Delhi has been involved in an escalating number of violent crimes in Canada, as an analyst warns that strategic interests might limit h
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Georgians flock to cast ballots as early in-person voting begins

Georgians flock to cast ballots as early in-person voting begins

ATLANTA (AP) — Georgians aren't waiting to vote, with what could be more than 10% of expected turnout casting ballots through Wednesday.
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Manitoba bill eyes higher threshold for people fighting municipal zoning changes

Manitoba bill eyes higher threshold for people fighting municipal zoning changes

WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government is looking to change some of the rules governing municipal zoning bylaws to speed up development.
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Harris interview with Fox News showcases a change in strategy for Democrats with network

Harris interview with Fox News showcases a change in strategy for Democrats with network

NEW YORK (AP) — Kamala Harris ' interview with Fox News Channel's Bret Baier on Wednesday is the latest indication that Democrats during this campaign are increasingly willing to engage with a network well-stocked with supporters of opponent Donald T
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Jimmy Carter, at age 100, casts his 2024 ballot by mail

Jimmy Carter, at age 100, casts his 2024 ballot by mail

PLAINS, Ga. (AP) — Jimmy Carter cast his ballot in the 2024 election Wednesday. The former president voted by mail, the Carter Center confirmed in a statement. It happened barely two weeks after Carter celebrated his 100th birthday on Oct.
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