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Israel and Hamas exchange more hostages and prisoners as US hopeful of truce extension

Israel and Hamas exchange more hostages and prisoners as US hopeful of truce extension

On Sunday, Hamas announced the death of Ahmed al-Ghandour, who was in charge of northern Gaza and a member of its top military council. Ghandour, believed to have been about 56 years old, is the highest-ranking militant known to have been killed in the fighting. Israel has killed large numbers of mid-ranking Hamas commanders but few leaders.

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After 4-Year-Old Hostage Is Freed, Her Family Breathes a Sigh of Relief

After 4-Year-Old Hostage Is Freed, Her Family Breathes a Sigh of Relief

“We hostage families have found ourselves kind of becoming another form of a family,” he said. “So it really is personal, even though I don’t know the hostages themselves, other than my son.”

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Here’s What We Know About the Hostages Released on Sunday

Here’s What We Know About the Hostages Released on Sunday

Isabel Kershner, a correspondent in Jerusalem, has been reporting on Israeli and Palestinian politics since 1990. Her latest book is “The Land of Hope and Fear: Israel’s Battle for its Inner Soul.” More about Isabel Kershner

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Opinion | A Powerful Tool for Fighting Corruption Is Going Extinct

Opinion | A Powerful Tool for Fighting Corruption Is Going Extinct

Serge Schmemann joined The Times in 1980 and worked as the bureau chief in Moscow, Bonn and Jerusalem and at the United Nations. He was editorial page editor of The International Herald Tribune in Paris from 2003 to 2013.

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Israel confirms 17 hostages released, including four-year-old American girl

Israel confirms 17 hostages released, including four-year-old American girl

\"If Hamas is prepared to release additional hostages, Israel has indicated as part of this agreement that it is prepared for additional days in a pause to the fighting,\" Sullivan said on NBC\'s \"Meet the Press.\" \"The ball really is in Hamas\' court.\"

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The new plan to create a stock market portfolio for every child in America that's caught Microsoft, Uber, Dell and Zillow's attention

The new plan to create a stock market portfolio for every child in America that's caught Microsoft, Uber, Dell and Zillow's attention

It could be years before the investment account system envisioned byÂ Gerstner could be implemented, Sharp said, but he added, \"that doesn\'t mean we shouldn\'t work on it now. You\'ve got to start somewhere.\"

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Sierra Leone imposes nationwide curfew after armed clashes in capital

Sierra Leone imposes nationwide curfew after armed clashes in capital

The US embassy condemned the attempt to break into the armoury on social media and offered continued support for those “working for a peaceful, democratic, healthy and prosperous Sierra Leone”.

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Family of headteacher Ruth Perry refused legal aid for inquest into her death

Family of headteacher Ruth Perry refused legal aid for inquest into her death

In the UK and Ireland, Samaritans can be contacted on freephone 116 123, or email [email protected] or [email protected]. In the US, you can call or text the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline on 988, chat on 988lifeline.org, or text HOME to 741741 to connect with a crisis counselor. In Australia, the crisis support service Lifeline is 13 11 14. Other international helplines can be found at befrienders.org

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US economy doing better than national mood suggests. What to consider.

US economy doing better than national mood suggests. What to consider.

But if the economy continues to avoid a recession and if interest rates start dropping while inflation remains under control, then Americans will have reason to be a bit more optimistic in 2024.

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Can I Get a Bigger Refund Using FreeTaxUSA or TurboTax?

Can I Get a Bigger Refund Using FreeTaxUSA or TurboTax?

SmartAsset’s Federal Income Tax Calculator can provide important information for your financial plan by estimating how much you will owe in income taxes this year. You can get a basic idea of your future tax obligation as well as your take-home pay by entering your location, income and filing status. The more advanced estimator accounts for 401(k) and IRA contributions, itemized deductions and personal exemptions.

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Labour says it 'won't set arbitrary target' on migration

Labour says it 'won't set arbitrary target' on migration

Students accounted for the largest group of non-EU migrants, followed by those coming for work. The ONS said this could largely be attributed to people on health and care visas, with the sector facing chronic staff shortages.

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The Envy Office: Can Instagrammable Design Lure Young Workers Back?

Mr. Gulla is a fan of the TV show “The Expanse,” and he used to have a model ship from the show in his work space. “Somebody might be walking by and see that you’re a fan,” he recalled. “So you kind of strike up a conversation and you meet somebody new that way.”

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As Hamas Releases More Hostages, Longer Cease-Fire Appears Possible

As Hamas Releases More Hostages, Longer Cease-Fire Appears Possible

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Battle for Influence Rages in Heart of Wagner’s Operations in Africa

Battle for Influence Rages in Heart of Wagner’s Operations in Africa

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Ukrainian Attack Cuts Power to Some Russian-Occupied Areas

Ukrainian Attack Cuts Power to Some Russian-Occupied Areas

Matthew Mpoke Bigg is a correspondent covering international news. He previously worked as a reporter, editor and bureau chief for Reuters and did postings in Nairobi, Abidjan, Atlanta, Jakarta and Accra. More about Matthew Mpoke Bigg

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Opinion | How New Motherhood Changed Me as a Doctor

Opinion | How New Motherhood Changed Me as a Doctor

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Opinion | Not Everything Has to Be Meaningful

Opinion | Not Everything Has to Be Meaningful

The Times is committed to publishing a diversity of letters to the editor. We’d like to hear what you think about this or any of our articles. Here are some tips. And here’s our email: [email protected].

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Paul Lynch Wins Booker Prize for ‘Prophet Song’

Paul Lynch Wins Booker Prize for ‘Prophet Song’

Anthony Cummins said in The Guardian that there was “something almost obscenely decadent” about the book’s recasting of sea-crossing refugees as middle-class Europeans. But “whatever else it is, ‘Prophet Song’ is a novel to argue about.” This year’s Bookers judges, in their six hours of deliberations, perhaps proved that point. “There was a different way that things could have gone,” Edugyan, the chair, said in the news conference. Ultimately, she added, the judges all “felt that this was the book that we wanted to present to the world — that this was truly a masterful work of fiction.”

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3 Palestinians Shot In Vermont In Possible Hate Crime

3 Palestinians Shot In Vermont In Possible Hate Crime

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Chris Christie Accuses Trump Of Enabling Rise In Antisemitism

Chris Christie Accuses Trump Of Enabling Rise In Antisemitism

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'I Just Killed My Brother': Florida Man Confesses To Murder After Shooting Sibling, Police Say

'I Just Killed My Brother': Florida Man Confesses To Murder After Shooting Sibling, Police Say

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Tiffany Haddish Recycles Old Joke About DUI After Arrest

Tiffany Haddish Recycles Old Joke About DUI After Arrest

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Priest Punished For Permitting Provocative Music Video Shoot At Church

Priest Punished For Permitting Provocative Music Video Shoot At Church

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John Travolta Opens Up About Near-Death Experience While Flying His Family On Plane

John Travolta Opens Up About Near-Death Experience While Flying His Family On Plane

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People Are Sharing The Culture Shock They Experienced Moving From The East To The West Coast (Or Vice Versa)

People Are Sharing The Culture Shock They Experienced Moving From The East To The West Coast (Or Vice Versa)

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Walmart’s Best Cyber Monday Deals Have Already Started

Walmart’s Best Cyber Monday Deals Have Already Started

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'He Doesn't Like It': Sharon Osbourne Opens Up About Husband Ozzy's Reaction To Her Ozempic Weight Loss

'He Doesn't Like It': Sharon Osbourne Opens Up About Husband Ozzy's Reaction To Her Ozempic Weight Loss

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With Antisemitism Rising As Israel-Hamas War Rages, Europe's Jews Worry

With Antisemitism Rising As Israel-Hamas War Rages, Europe's Jews Worry

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Elon Musk to meet Israeli president, Gaza hostage families on Monday

Elon Musk to meet Israeli president, Gaza hostage families on Monday

After an initial 6% tumble at the outset of the war, the shekel has gained 8% against the dollar and is now at pre-war levels. Helped mainly by local investors, stock prices have also recovered from a steep drop last month.

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Hunger Games prequel, 'Napoleon' lead as Thanksgiving box office shows signs of life

Hunger Games prequel, 'Napoleon' lead as Thanksgiving box office shows signs of life

\"Overall, this is a positive step forward for Thanksgiving box office moviegoing traffic as the industry continues to learn how to navigate a rapidly evolving marketplace,\" said BoxOffice.com\'s Robbins.

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The looming office space real estate shortage. Yes, shortage

The looming office space real estate shortage. Yes, shortage

For companies facing lease expirations that believe in the notion of the office as a tool to help maximize workforce effectiveness and, as a result, want to be in premium locationsÂ -- and not the 10-20 year-old iconic buildings but the newest properties - some of the best opportunities are now, Mobley said.

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Marty Krofft, of producing pair that put 'H.R. Pufnstuf' and the Osmonds on TV, dies at 86

Marty Krofft, of producing pair that put 'H.R. Pufnstuf' and the Osmonds on TV, dies at 86

While other producers might have contented themselves with their achievements far earlier, Marty Krofft indicated to The AP in 2015 that he no had interest in stepping back from show business.

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Elon Musk dismissed hybrid vehicles as a ‘phase’ while Toyota doubled down on them. Now they’re a ‘smoking-hot market’ as EV demand chills

Elon Musk dismissed hybrid vehicles as a ‘phase’ while Toyota doubled down on them. Now they’re a ‘smoking-hot market’ as EV demand chills

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Tesla rival BYD and other battery giants are betting on sodium for EVs and energy storage—and challenging the dominance of lithium-ion

Tesla rival BYD and other battery giants are betting on sodium for EVs and energy storage—and challenging the dominance of lithium-ion

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Return-to-office mandates go over better with Gen Zers and boomers than with millennials. Here’s why

Return-to-office mandates go over better with Gen Zers and boomers than with millennials. Here’s why

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ESG fund managers who bet big on tech are worried about blowback from 'AI systems going rogue'—and talking about a 'kill switch'

ESG fund managers who bet big on tech are worried about blowback from 'AI systems going rogue'—and talking about a 'kill switch'

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Beware of crypto grifters looking to crash the AI party

Beware of crypto grifters looking to crash the AI party

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New Zealand scraps world-first smoking 'generation ban' to fund tax cuts

New Zealand scraps world-first smoking 'generation ban' to fund tax cuts

"Turning the tide on harmful products that are entrenched in society cannot be done by individuals, or even communities," Te Morenga said. "It takes good - and brave - population-level policies."

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Australia politics live: Labor and Greens reach agreement on Murray-Darling Basin plan; Chalmers to introduce RBA change legislation

Australia politics live: Labor and Greens reach agreement on Murray-Darling Basin plan; Chalmers to introduce RBA change legislation

Sarah Hanson-Young said securing a commitment in law that the 450GL would be delivered was a “breakthrough” that would “deliver more water for the river across the entire basin, north and south”:

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Bruce Lehrmann defamation trial live: Lehrmann returns to witness stand after denying sex with Brittany Higgins

Bruce Lehrmann defamation trial live: Lehrmann returns to witness stand after denying sex with Brittany Higgins

At the civil trial Lehrmann told Justice Michael Lee he entered the office suite where he spent up to 40 minutes annotating briefs for question time by hand but did not access his computer or have any contact with Higgins.

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Another 45 people released due to high court ruling on indefinite immigration detention

Another 45 people released due to high court ruling on indefinite immigration detention

Alison Battisson, the director of Human Rights For All, and David Manne, the executive director of Refugee Legal, have both warned the changes may amount to “extrajudicial” punishment. The Law Council has warned the government’s new laws lack sufficient safeguards and may not be proportionate.

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Home affairs secretary Michael Pezzullo sacked for breaching government code of conduct

Home affairs secretary Michael Pezzullo sacked for breaching government code of conduct

According to the report, on 21 August 2018 – in the week that Peter Dutton challenged Malcolm Turnbull resulting in Scott Morrison becoming Liberal leader – Pezzullo texted Briggs about who would serve as home affairs minister.

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Australian super fund puts billions into backing Britain's energy transition

Australian super fund puts billions into backing Britain's energy transition

Australia's climate change and energy minister, Chris Bowen, will this week make an annual climate change statement to parliament and release a new assessment by the Climate Change Authority of Australia's progress before travelling to the Cop28 summit in the United Arab Emirates.

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Newcastle port: more than 100 arrested after climate protesters continue blockade past agreed deadline

Newcastle port: more than 100 arrested after climate protesters continue blockade past agreed deadline

Protesters are demanding the government stop allowing new coal projects, tax fossil fuel export profits at 75% to fund community and industrial transition, and pay for climate loss and damage.

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Israeli foreign minister accuses Irish taoiseach of legitimising terror over hostage statement

Israeli foreign minister accuses Irish taoiseach of legitimising terror over hostage statement

Spain’s prime minister rejected the Israel criticism. “Condemning the vile terrorist attacks of a terrorist group like Hamas, and at the same condemning the indiscriminate killing of Palestinians in Gaza, is not a question of political parties nor of ideology, it is a question of being humane,” Sánchez told a gathering of his Socialist party in Madrid, earning applause from the audience.

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Greek PM bemoans lack of progress on return of Parthenon marbles

Greek PM bemoans lack of progress on return of Parthenon marbles

“We believe that this kind of long-term partnership would strike the right balance between sharing our greatest objects with audiences around the world, and maintaining the integrity of the incredible collection we hold at the museum.”

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'Overjoyed': nine-year-old hostage Emily Hand returns to family in Israel

'Overjoyed': nine-year-old hostage Emily Hand returns to family in Israel

One released prisoner, Wael Bilal Mashy, said: "May God protect the resistance in Gaza, mercy for our martyrs, and healing for the wounded. Long live the resistance and long live all those who supported it."

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IDF messaging suggests Gaza truce unlikely to last much beyond Tuesday

IDF messaging suggests Gaza truce unlikely to last much beyond Tuesday

For now, all the signs point to the fact that Israel believes a military victory is possible. HA Hellyer, a Middle East expert affiliated to the Royal United Services Institute, agreed it would be possible to cripple Hamas, but difficult to wipe out the organisation completely. “The question is what price will be visited on the population writ large. And that price is not euphemistic. We have already seen horrific levels of civilians being killed,” he said.

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Attackers seize another Israeli-linked ship off Yemen coast

Attackers seize another Israeli-linked ship off Yemen coast

The latest attack was revealed by the UK Maritime Trade Operations, which said the boat was boarded 53 nautical miles south-west of Aden. It advised vessels to exercise extreme caution and report any suspicious activity.

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'Soldiers started shooting at my feet': Palestinians describe fleeing northern Gaza

'Soldiers started shooting at my feet': Palestinians describe fleeing northern Gaza

Once across the Gaza river, her family found shelter in the abandoned house of a friend in the southern city of Khan Younis. "The temporary refuge we currently occupy resembles a ghost town, devoid of any human presence," she said.

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'Blindspots' revealed as UK's top firms have women in just one in five commercial roles

'Blindspots' revealed as UK's top firms have women in just one in five commercial roles

"We need the men at the top of these organisations to challenge the complacency and drive a sense of urgency levelling the playing field for women," she said. "That should start with addressing the imbalance around gender stereotypes and caring responsibilities."

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NHS care delays in England harmed 8,000 people and caused 112 deaths last year

NHS care delays in England harmed 8,000 people and caused 112 deaths last year

“We know that a matter of minutes can make all the difference in emergencies. So it is heartbreaking to see ambulance delays are worsening and heart attack and stroke victims being left waiting hours for help to arrive”, said Daisy Cooper, the party’s health spokesperson.

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Labour would cut net migration to 200,000 a year, says shadow minister

Labour would cut net migration to 200,000 a year, says shadow minister

Jenrick is understood to have worked up a plan designed to appease calls from rightwing Tories who are pushing for a ban on foreign social care workers bringing in any dependants, and a cap on the total number of NHS and social care visas.

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Reform UK leader says party has not offered Tory MPs money to defect

Reform UK leader says party has not offered Tory MPs money to defect

Reform UK has only taken small proportions of the vote in recent byelections. Recent YouGov polling found that voters who supported the Tories in 2019 were more likely to switch to Reform than to Labour, and there have been suggestions that such switchers cost Sunak’s party the recent byelection in Mid Bedfordshire.

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Alaska landslide: girl, 11, confirmed as fourth victim with two still missing

Alaska landslide: girl, 11, confirmed as fourth victim with two still missing

Given the geography of the island – with the town at the northern point and houses along a 13-mile (21km) stretch of paved road – currently “the ocean is our only access to those residences”, Villarma said.

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Three Palestinian students shot and wounded in Vermont, police say

Three Palestinian students shot and wounded in Vermont, police say

Zomlot on Saturday alluded to the killing of Wadea Al-Fayoume, 6, in Illinois in October. Authorities accused Al-Fayoume’s family’s landord of stabbing the child to death – and wounding his mother – because they were Muslims.

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Derek Chauvin expected to survive stabbing attack in prison, officials say

Derek Chauvin expected to survive stabbing attack in prison, officials say

A statement from Ellison decried Chauvin’s stabbing, saying: “He was duly convicted of his crimes and, like any incarcerated individual, he should be able to serve his sentence without fear of retaliation or violence.”

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Attack on Aipac president's home in LA investigated as hate crime - reports

Attack on Aipac president's home in LA investigated as hate crime - reports

Earlier this month, the parking lot of the iconic Canter's Deli was defaced with "Free Gaza" and "Israel's only religion is capitalism". Similar messages were also scrawled close to a nearby synagogue and condemned by Bass as an "unacceptable rash of hate".

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This legendary market forecaster has warned of a stock-market crash and a recession for years. Here are Gary Shilling's 14 best X posts since the pandemic.

This legendary market forecaster has warned of a stock-market crash and a recession for years. Here are Gary Shilling's 14 best X posts since the pandemic.

Shilling\'s forecast was off the mark, as the Fed held rates steady in June. While it hiked them by 25 basis points to a range of 5.25% to 5.5% in July, it hasn\'t raised them in its two meetings since then.

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$7.6 trillion of US government debt will mature in the next year, adding pressure on rates

$7.6 trillion of US government debt will mature in the next year, adding pressure on rates

Rates have also been under pressure from the Fed\'s quantitative tightening program, which removed a top buyer from the bond market. The central bank has allowed about $1 trillion of its debt holdings to run off its balance sheet.

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