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Blindsiding Trump, most Republican governors have agreed to accept refugees

Both backers and foes of the White House position attribute the unexpected support for refugees to the influence of religious groups, especially evangelical leaders.

10/01/2020

USA

Trump weighs in on Harry and Meghan royal split, defends the queen: 'I think it's sad'

"I just have such respect for the queen. I don't think this should be happening to her," the president told Fox News.

10/01/2020

USA

When will Trump's Senate trial start and how long will it last? The picture begins to take shape.

There's a chance the proceedings could be taking place at the same time Democrats in Iowa are voting on who they want to replace the president.

10/01/2020

USA

From infotainment to helicopter cabs, the auto industry is flying high at Consumer Electronics Show

Before you even step inside, one "smart" car will set your seat to the right position, turn on your favorite tunes, and program the GPS for your next destination.

10/01/2020

USA

CES 2020: The big takeaways from tech's weirdest trade show

We may not have our own flying cars — yet — but at least we can talk to our faucets.

10/01/2020

USA

Sen. Susan Collins working with 'small group' of Republicans to ensure witnesses at Trump's trial

Collins refused to say how many GOP senators she's working with, but said "I am hopeful that we can reach an agreement" to proceed with Trump's trial.

10/01/2020

USA

Marianne Williamson drops out of 2020 presidential race

The self-help author struggled to be taken seriously in the crowded Democratic field, but her colorful debate performances went viral.

10/01/2020

USA

NASA graduates new class of astronauts for missions to the moon, Mars

The newly minted astronauts are the first to receive their pins under the space agency's Artemis program.

10/01/2020

USA

What is Trump's 'beautiful' acronym for NATO in Middle East? NATOME

"I'm good at names, right?" Trump asked reporters.

10/01/2020

USA

Game on: Dems prepare to counter Trump on Facebook

While many Democratic politicians and academics are hammering Facebook for its ad policies, smaller liberal groups are breathing a sigh of relief.

10/01/2020

USA

Teacher killed, students wounded when student opens fire at school in Mexico

The armed student also died in the incident at a private school in northern Mexico.

10/01/2020

USA

Pelosi prepares to send articles of impeachment to Senate, will consult with Democrats on Tuesday

Pelosi has been facing pressure from within her party and Senate Republicans to send over the articles of impeachment to being the trial.

10/01/2020

USA

Trump admin hits Iran with new sanctions, targets 8 officials involved in 'destabilizing activities'

"As long as Iran's outlaw ways continue, we will continue to impose sanctions," Secretary of Mike Pompeo said.

10/01/2020

USA

'Why?': 10-year-old girl and newlyweds among 176 victims of plane crash in Iran

A Canadian man whose wife and 10-year-old daughter were on the plane said he no longer knows who he is without them.

10/01/2020

USA

Video shows koalas, other animals hurt in Australia's fires getting help

Over 1 billion animals are estimated to have died in the fires. A veterinary officer said one koala's injury was "like a very severe burn in a human who walked across hot coals."

10/01/2020

USA

For the upcoming Iowa contest, pay close attention to age and ideology

First Read is your briefing from "Meet the Press" and the NBC Political Unit on the day's most important political stories and why they matter.

10/01/2020

USA

Sen. Bernie Sanders slams Trump as 'pathological liar'

In an exclusive interview with NBC's "Today," the 2020 candidate cast doubt on Trump's claims that a top Iranian general was planning imminent attacks.

10/01/2020

USA

Bloomberg to fund sizable campaign effort through November even if he loses

Exclusive: The former New York City mayor plans to continue paying hundreds of staffers and funding his digital operation to defeat Trump even if he's not the nominee.

10/01/2020

USA

Iraq asks U.S. to make plans to withdraw troops

Prime Minister Adel Abdul-Mahdi said the U.S. had been moving troops into the country and operating drones without authorization.

10/01/2020

USA

Meghan leaves U.K. days after she and Prince Harry drop royal bombshell

The couple caused an uproar earlier this week when they announced that they would "step back" from their roles as senior members of the royal family.

10/01/2020

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WATCH | CES unveils tech solutions to increasing air pollution

A futuristic wearable anti-pollution mask has been presented at CES.

10/01/2020

USA

'Green revolutionaries': How Sweden built a generation of Greta Thunbergs

"We tried to create green revolutionaries, make them think in a specific way," one expert said.

10/01/2020

USA

Australian sheepdog credited with saving hundreds of animals from fire

Patsy the Wonderdog helped herd sheep into safety as fires burned in Victoria.

10/01/2020

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Australians urged to flee as huge wildfires revitalize

"If you can get out, you should get out ... ," said Andrew Crisp, emergency management commissioner for the state of Victoria.

10/01/2020

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Army won't reinstate elite status of soldier given clemency by Trump

Trump in November dismissed charges against Matt Golsteyn in November.

10/01/2020

USA

Tom Steyer appears to qualify for next Democratic debate after new polls

New surveys in South Carolina and Nevada show that the billionaire philanthropist has met the polling threshold to appear in next week's debate in Iowa.

10/01/2020