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A roundtable discussion with IOWA PBS VOTE 2026 signage on the walls.

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Trump dominates the Iowa Senate debate from afar

Republican Ashley Hinson and Democrat Josh Turek sparred about how to handle the president and other issues.

Ships anchored off the coast of Khasab in Oman's Musandam Governorate, near the Strait of Hormu

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U.S. military prepares new Iran war options ahead of midterm elections

A renewed military campaign would thrust an unpopular war to the center of the political debate and could raise the price of gas and other goods.

DNC sues administration over taxpayer-funded pro-Trump TV ads

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Texas Latino leaders clash with national Democrats in a meeting over gubernatorial race

Florida poll: Republicans lead in the races for governor and Senate

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CIA probe into intel leak led to discovery of gold bars at agent’s home, sources say

As authorities investigated David Rush over compromising a secret source, they uncovered more wrongdoing, and he was eventually fired, officials say.

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CIA probe into intel leak led to discovery of gold bars at agent’s home, sources say

As authorities investigated David Rush over compromising a secret source, they uncovered more wrongdoing, and he was eventually fired, officials say.

Black briefcases filled with gold bars and stacks of 100 dollar bills

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Donald Trump speaks at a podium, lifts one hand up in the air

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Trump touts $21 trillion coming into the U.S. His website says it’s half that.

The president uses trillion-dollar figures as evidence that his “America First” agenda is working, but those numbers are far from reality, experts say.

The president claims world’s lowest drug prices. TrumpRx discounts a ‘mixed bag,’ report shows.

A recent analysis of TrumpRx.gov finds prices for certain brand-name drugs can be hit or miss.

Christa Pike has pneumonia and no function in her arms after failed execution, lawyer says

The state failed to execute Pike after administering two lethal doses of pentobarbital for a murder she committed at 18.

Christa Pike has pneumonia and no function in her arms after failed execution, lawyer says

The state failed to execute Pike after administering two lethal doses of pentobarbital for a murder she committed at 18.

Correction officials ordered to preserve medical supplies related to Pike’s execution

CORNELL INVESTIGATION

No-confidence resolution

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Cornell defendant is fighting AG Letitia James’ appointment as special prosecutor

A petition filed Wednesday for Gillio Lopes says James has “unequivocally demonstrated a bias and presumption of guilt against the defendants.”

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Cornell students conduct sit-in to support of Jane Doe

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‘Time makes you more hungry’: Hostage’s mom on grief 3 years after Oct. 7 attack

The years since her son’s death have brought little healing for Rachel Goldberg-Polin, who became a figurehead for families of hostages held captive in Gaza.

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‘Time makes you more hungry’: Hostage’s mom on grief 3 years after Oct. 7 attack

The years since her son’s death have brought little healing for Rachel Goldberg-Polin, who became a figurehead for families of hostages held captive in Gaza.

Israel marks a somber milestone

Isaias strengthens into hurricane as it barrels toward Gulf Coast

The storm is expected to make landfall late Friday or early Saturday and bring heavy rains and potentially flash flooding.

Isaias strengthens into hurricane as it barrels toward Gulf Coast

The storm is expected to make landfall late Friday or early Saturday and bring heavy rains and potentially flash flooding.

Al Roker tracks likely the path of Hurricane Isaias

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Animal rescues in Cuba struggle to care for abandoned pets amid deepening economic crisis

The island is plagued by inflation, shortages and blackouts, making it nearly unaffordable to care for cats and dogs.

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Animal rescues in Cuba struggle to care for abandoned pets amid deepening economic crisis

The island is plagued by inflation, shortages and blackouts, making it nearly unaffordable to care for cats and dogs.

A veterinary student and a volunteer taking care of a dog at Garden of Pets, a dog rescue in the outskirts of Havana, Cuba.

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The secret to a good night’s rest? Let sleeping dogs lie ... next to you

You’re more likely to disrupt your dog’s sleep than they are yours, new study suggests.

The secret to a good night’s rest? Let sleeping dogs lie ... next to you

You’re more likely to disrupt your dog’s sleep than they are yours, new study suggests.

dog laying in a bed with light streaming in through the window

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