Donald Trump, the Republican front-runner for the 2024 nomination and long the person who has shaped his party’s rhetoric on the border, has often blamed Mexico for problems in the United States.
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‘Without water, there is no life’: Drought in Brazil’s Amazon is sharpening fears for the future
The historically low water levels have affected hundreds of thousands of people and wildlife and, with experts predicting the drought could last until early 2024, the problems stand to intensify.
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Israel declares war, goes after Hamas fighters and bombards Gaza
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu said the country was at war and would exact a heavy price from its enemies. Hamas leaders said they were prepared for further escalation.
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Hamas attack on Israel thrusts Biden into Mideast crisis and has him fending off Republican criticism
The potential for prolonged and expanding violence could test Biden’s leadership on both the world stage and at home as he tries to navigate between demonstrating unflinching support for Israel and fostering a broader peace.
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Desperate people dig out dead and injured from quakes that killed over 2,000 in Afghanistan
Saturday’s magnitude 6.3 earthquake hit a far more densely populated area, near Afghanistan’s fourth largest city, Herat. It was followed by strong aftershocks.
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1 killed and 8 wounded in shooting at Pennsylvania community center party
Police said six people were shot and one was pronounced dead at the scene in White Township.
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Policeman in Egypt killed 2 Israelis and 1 Egyptian at tourist site in Alexandria
Israel’s Foreign Ministry identified the wounded as an Israeli who suffered moderate injuries. The ministry said in a statement that Israeli authorities were working with the Egyptian government to bring the Israelis home.
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Trump sets his sights on Iowa with visits Saturday as he tries to solidify his support in the state
Trump drew 1,700 people in Waterloo for an event aimed at encouraging attendees to pledge to support him in the caucuses, which are scheduled for Jan. 15.
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Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta brings colorful displays to the New Mexico sky
The annual gathering has become a major economic driver for the state’s biggest city.
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5 things to know about the Hamas militant group’s unprecedented attack on Israel
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his far-right allies were scrambling to respond to the rapidly changing events. As the day wore on, the casualties quickly mounted.