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Everything to has happened with Zohran Mamdani's pied-à-terre tax

Everything to has happened with Zohran Mamdani's pied-à-terre tax

The surcharge was first initiative announced by Zohran Mamdani's administration on taxing the rich.
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Trump signs order reducing recommended childhood vaccines

Trump signs order reducing recommended childhood vaccines

WASHINGTON, Aug 10 (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Monday calling for fewer childhood vaccinations by limiting the inoculation schedule to 11 immunizations.
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Trump demands Iran pay compensation for deaths as Hormuz deal hopes fade

Trump demands Iran pay compensation for deaths as Hormuz deal hopes fade

By Tala Ramadan and Steve Holland DUBAI/WASHINGTON, Aug 10 (Reuters) - U.S.
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Iran ties Hormuz reopening to US concessions on several demands

Iran ties Hormuz reopening to US concessions on several demands

By Nayera Abdallah, Steve Holland and Enas Alashray DUBAI/WASHINGTON/CAIRO, Aug 10 (Reuters) - Iran said it was nearing a final pact with Oman defining new shipping lanes between them through the Strait of Hormuz but repeated that the U.S. must meet other conditions, including compensation and an
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Trump order reduces US vaccine schedule, seeks to split MMR shot

Trump order reduces US vaccine schedule, seeks to split MMR shot

By Jacob Bogage and Ahmed Aboulenein WASHINGTON, Aug 10 (Reuters) - U.S.
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Why gas prices dropped — and could surge again

Why gas prices dropped — and could surge again

Maybe you noticed this over the weekend: Filling a gas tank is a touch cheaper. Indeed it is. GasBuddy.com puts the national average price at about $3.944 a gallon on Aug. 9. That's down 3.6% since the end of July and down 12.2% since Memorial Day. AAA Fuel Prices said its Aug. 9 national price was ...
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US human rights groups sue Trump over anti-ICC push

US human rights groups sue Trump over anti-ICC push

WASHINGTON, Aug 11 (Reuters) - Four leading U.S. human rights groups on Tuesday sued the Trump administration over its campaign aimed at dismantling the International Criminal Court, calling the effort unconstitutional.
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President Trump's Gaza Peace Plan Rejected by Israel Amid Rising Tensions

President Trump's Gaza Peace Plan Rejected by Israel Amid Rising Tensions

President Trump's proposed peace plan for Gaza has been rejected by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The plan, which included a phased disarmament of Hamas and Israeli military withdrawal, was dismissed by Netanyahu under pressure from far-right coalition members. The rejection comes amid ongoing Israeli airstrikes in Gaza, which have resulted in significant Palestinian casualties. The Israeli military has expanded its control over Gaza, contrary to the terms of a previous ceasefire agreement. The situation in Gaza remains dire, with limited access to humanitarian aid and essential services. The rejection of the peace plan highlights the challenges faced by the U.S. in mediating peace in the region, as well as the complex political dynamics within Israel.
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Israel Rejects U.S. Peace Plan for Gaza Accepted by Hamas

Israel Rejects U.S. Peace Plan for Gaza Accepted by Hamas

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has announced the rejection of a U.S. peace plan for Gaza, which had been accepted by Hamas. The plan, presented by the 'Council of Peace' under President Trump, aimed to initiate a second phase of peace efforts in Gaza, contingent upon the disarmament of Hamas. Netanyahu's rejection is influenced by internal political pressures and upcoming legislative elections. The plan proposed a gradual withdrawal of Israeli troops linked to Hamas's disarmament, which Netanyahu opposes, demanding complete disarmament before any troop withdrawal.
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Wall Street ends down as expectations of Hormuz deal fade

Wall Street ends down as expectations of Hormuz deal fade

By Caroline Valetkevitch and Noel Randewich Aug 10 (Reuters) - The Nasdaq and S&P 500 closed lower on Monday, with declines in Intel and other chipmakers, as investors became less confident about a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. U.S.
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Netanyahu says Trump's new Gaza plan is unacceptable

Netanyahu says Trump's new Gaza plan is unacceptable

By Steven Scheer and Nidal al-Mughrabi JERUSALEM/CAIRO, Aug 9 (Reuters) - Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu restated his rejection of Donald Trump's latest Gaza plan in televised remarks to his right-wing government on Sunday, even as Israel's military has effectively halted attacks in the
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Aaron Baker Criticizes Endless Wars, Evaluates President Trump's Second Term

Aaron Baker Criticizes Endless Wars, Evaluates President Trump's Second Term

Aaron Baker, a Republican candidate for Florida's 6th Congressional District, has expressed criticism of ongoing foreign conflicts and provided a 'B-' grade for President Trump's second term. Baker, who is challenging incumbent U.S. Rep. Randy Fine, emphasized the need for the U.S. to focus on domestic issues rather than international conflicts. He advocates for reducing regulatory burdens on power generation and improving infrastructure. Baker's campaign priorities include fixing Social Security and enhancing local infrastructure. He also supports defensive aid to Israel with conditions and calls for a focus on strengthening the U.S. military.