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October 11, 2026 United States

Congressional Report Reveals 81 U.S. Military Aircraft and Drones Lost or Damaged in Iran Conflict

A new Congressional Research Service (CRS) report has disclosed that the U.S. military has lost or damaged at least 81 aircraft since operations against Iran began in February. The tally, updated on October 5, 2026, includes crewed airplanes, helicopters, and drones, and draws on military statements, news reports, and findings from the Defense Department’s inspector […]

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October 11, 2026 United States

USS Abraham Lincoln Returns to San Diego After Record 265-Day Deployment at Sea

To loud cheers from loved ones waving American flags, the USS Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group returned to its Southern California homeport on Thursday, concluding a record-setting 10-month deployment to the Persian Gulf. The aircraft carrier spent 321 days on deployment, the second-longest since the end of the Cold War. During that time, the Lincoln […]

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October 11, 2026 United States

Family of Mexican Father Killed by ICE Files Complaint Against Trump Administration

The family of Silverio Villegas González, a 38-year-old Mexican father of two, has filed a formal complaint against the Trump administration, seeking damages for what they call the “execution-style killing” of their loved one. Villegas González was shot and killed by ICE agents in September 2025 in a Chicago suburb during Operation Midway Blitz. He […]

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October 11, 2026 United States

Video of Federal Agents Detaining Man in Front of Distressed Children Sparks Outrage in Hudson County

A disturbing video circulating online shows masked federal agents detaining a man in Hudson County, New Jersey, as several children cling to him, screaming for help. The incident, which occurred in Harrison on Wednesday, has ignited widespread outrage and raised concerns about the tactics used by federal immigration authorities. According to footage, a woman holding […]

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October 11, 2026 United States

Trump Administration Orders ICE to Arrest 3,000 Immigrants Daily: A Deep Dive into the Escalated Enforcement

The Trump administration has issued a directive requiring Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to arrest 3,000 undocumented immigrants per day, effective May 21, 2025. This mandate triples previous enforcement levels and marks a significant shift from border-focused operations to interior enforcement, targeting individuals already residing in communities across the United States. While a Homeland Security […]

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October 11, 2026 United States

Federal Immigration Agent Shoots and Wounds Man in New York City, Sparking Protests

A federal immigration agent shot and wounded a Dominican man during an arrest in New York City on Thursday afternoon, according to officials, in what the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) described as a “targeted enforcement operation.” The incident occurred in the Bronx borough and quickly drew protests, with video footage showing emotional scenes as […]

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October 10, 2026 United States

Three Years After October 7: Gaza Death Toll Surpasses 74,000 as Israel Grapples with Trauma and Political Uncertainty

Three years have passed since the October 7, 2023, Hamas attack on Israel, yet the scars remain deeply etched in both Israeli and Palestinian societies. The subsequent Israeli bombardment and ground operations in Gaza have killed more than 74,000 people, including at least 1,400 in the past year alone since a US-brokered ceasefire took effect […]

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October 9, 2026 United States

Student Loan Borrower Protections: What You Need to Know in 2026

The federal student loan system has undergone a major overhaul, and advice that was accurate before July 1, 2026, may no longer apply—especially for new borrowers. As of that date, major changes to repayment plans took effect, leaving many borrowers confused about their options. Despite these shifts, key protections remain in place, and understanding them […]

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October 9, 2026 United States

Delta Passenger Accused of Stealing Airport Tug, Attempting to Steal Lavatory Truck at John Wayne Airport

A Delta Air Lines passenger was arrested Tuesday night after allegedly breaching security at John Wayne Airport in Santa Ana, California, stealing an airline tug vehicle, and crashing it into another vehicle on the airfield, authorities said. The man, identified as Guadalupe Olayo, had been booked on a Delta flight to Seattle before the incident […]

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October 9, 2026 United States

Airport Security Alert: Travel Disruptions, Riyadh Strike, and Airline Updates

Travelers worldwide are facing heightened security concerns and operational disruptions as recent geopolitical tensions and airline incidents impact global aviation. The U.S. mission has urged citizens to keep mobile phones charged and remain vigilant in locations publicly associated with the United States, while assuring that regular and emergency consular services remain available. This advisory comes […]

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October 9, 2026 United States

US Stock Market Today: Earnings Season Heats Up, Fed Rate Decisions Loom, and Mortgage Rates Hit 3-Year High

The US stock market is entering a pivotal week as earnings season accelerates, with JPMorgan Chase among the major banks set to report. Investors will be closely watching these results for insights into corporate health amid a complex economic landscape. Meanwhile, the Dow Jones, Nasdaq, and broader market indices are navigating mixed signals, from labor […]

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