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Gaza war entered new stage with expanded ground operation: Israeli minister

His comments signaled a gradual ramping up toward what is expected to evolve into an all-out ground offensive in northern Gaza

Coal mine fire in Kazakhstan kills 28 workers, investigation underway

After the fire, Kazakhstan's President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev instructed the government to cease investment cooperation with ArcelorMittal Temirtau mining company

Biden calls for GOP help on gun violence, praises police for Maine case

Biden said the shooting and anxious search for the gunman has been tragic "not just for Lewiston, Maine, but for our entire country

Israel steps up attacks in Gaza, cuts off the territory's communications

Already plunged into darkness after most electricity was cut off weeks ago, Palestinians were thrown into isolation, huddling in homes and shelters with food and water supplies running out

Agreement reached for Biden-Xi talks, but details still being worked out

The official added that two sides have still not worked out details on the exact day of the meeting, venue and other logistics

UNGA set to vote on nonbinding resolution for 'humanitarian truce' in Gaza

The proposed resolution demands that all parties immediately comply with their obligations under international humanitarian and human rights law

Israeli army strikes outskirts of Gaza City during second ground raid

The damage to Gaza from nearly three weeks of bombardment showed in satellite photos of several locations taken before the war and again in recent days

White House, Google launch new virtual tour with Spanish translation

Can't come to Washington? Couldn't get a ticket to tour the White House? Don't worry

Chinese jet came within 10 feet of B-52 bomber over South China Sea: US

We are concerned this pilot was unaware of how close he came to causing a collision, the military said

US strikes Iran-linked sites in Syria in retaliation for attacks on troops

According to the Pentagon, there have been at least 12 attacks on US bases and personnel in Iraq and four in Syria since Oct 17

UN chief appoints 39-member panel to advise on international AI governance

In our challenging times, AI could power extraordinary progress for humanity, Guterres said, adding that its transformative potential for good is difficult even to grasp

US-China seek to ease strained ties, prepare for possible Biden-Xi summit

The goal is to set the stage for another Biden-Xi summit at which the two leaders could explore cooperation or at least easing outright hostility on the most pressing matters of the day

Li Keqiang, former Chinese Premier and economist, has died at the age of 68

Li, an English-speaking economist, was considered a contender to succeed then-Communist Party leader Hu Jintao in 2013 but was passed over in favor of Xi

Biden meets with new US Speaker Johnson, discusses aid for Israel, Ukraine

This is a dark time in America, Johnson said at the Capitol. He added: "Prayer is appropriate at a time like this, that the evil can end and the senseless violence can stop

At least 18 people killed, 13 injured in shootings in Lewiston: Official

This city did not deserve this terrible assault on its citizens, on its peace of mind, on its sense of security, she said

New York judge to look at Donald Trump's comments, reconsider $10,000 fine

On Wednesday, Engoron called Trump's contention not credible, noting that the clerk is closer to him than is the witness stand

Morgan Stanley names banking veteran Ted Pick as investment bank's next CEO

Pick has served as co-president of Morgan Stanley for the past two years

Israeli troops, tanks launch hourslong ground raid into northern Gaza

Israeli Rear Adm. Daniel Hagari, a military spokesman, said the limited incursion was part of our preparations for the next stages of the war

Pak sets up deportation centers to hold illegal migrants starting next week

Anyone found staying in the country illegally from next Wednesday will be arrested and sent to the deportation centers

Federal prosecutors urge judge to reinstate Trump gag order, cites comments

In a motion filed Wednesday night, special counsel Jack Smith's team encouraged Chutkan to put the restrictions back in place. Prosecutors cited in part statements in social media