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Mercedes workers in central Alabama hold organized labor’s hopes for the South in the palms of their hands. Can the UAW turn the region’s anti-union tide? Also: today’s stories, including new policies on so-called “golden visas,” the cycle of hope and hopelessness in Gaza and Israel, and ways to rethink the trend of male loneliness. Join the Monito…
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Where is Iran drawing its red lines? Israel just found out. Also: today’s stories, including a critical moment for the Trump trial, a Democratic split on Israel, and fictional senior sleuths who push the needle on ageism. Join the Monitor's Clay Collins and Caitlin Babcock for today's news. You can also visit csmonitor.com/daily for more informatio…
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The College Class of 2024 is shaped by crisis and is seeking community. Also: today’s stories, including Afghan colleagues struggling to get out of the country, India’s election as a litmus test for democracy, and a Marine pilot who aspires to be the role model she never had. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and JJ Wahlberg for today's news. You…
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Israel's historic "go it alone" attitude towards national security is facing challenges, with growing dissent both at home and abroad over the war on Gaza. Also: today’s stories, including a group of Sudanese women building community after surviving rape, updates on former President Donald Trump's hush money trial, and how Chinese-European relation…
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AI technology has had more moderate effects on the US economy. While some jobs may be eliminated, it’s already improving customer satisfaction and workflow. Also: today’s stories, including Polish youth rally against a conservative government, Moscow sees a less NATO friendly World War II parade, and a fencing club in Kenya takes off with teens. Jo…
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Both Democrats and Republicans have declining confidence in the civil service – the 2.2 million workers who keep the government running from one administration to the next. Trump vows to fire bureaucrats. Here's why Biden is trying to stop him. Also: today's stories, including how in Rafah, Israel's options conflict in real time, the growing popula…
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The headlines for electric vehicle makers haven't been rosy lately. But evidence points to an industry that’s actually continuing to grow – in the U.S., and around the world. Also: today’s stories, including a generational change in the NBA playoffs, new strategies to strengthen Navajo voter rights, and how Dallas is rethinking the role of police i…
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With Iran and Israel, keeping sworn enemies from war requires delicate signaling and calculated deterrent acts. Also: today’s stories, including India’s response to political deepfakes, an analysis of college protesters’ strategy, and a look at why trust in the media is falling. Join the Monitor's Mark Sappenfield and Laurent Belsie for today's new…
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“Mutually assured destruction” was an ominous Cold War slogan promoting the idea of peace through nuclear firepower. But do Americans still trust in nuclear weapons? Also: today’s stories, including a shift in European strategy on defense, the steps Congress can take to make flying easier, and how much to expect the war in Gaza will weigh on young …
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Police in Charlotte, North Carolina have a message for lawmakers: stop relaxing gun laws. Law enforcement are battling street violence with tight budgets as is – an influx of guns hasn’t helped. Also: today’s stories, a Georgia election highlights the Eastern European country’s Western ties, Trump’s VP picks offer varied visions for the RNC’s futur…
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