As Israel battles Hamas, all eyes are on Hezbollah, the wild card on its northern border
By KAREEM CHEHAYEB and ABBY SEWELL Associated Press BEIRUT (AP) — Will Lebanon’s heavily armed Hezbollah militia join the Israel-Hamas war?…
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The morgue at Gaza’s biggest hospital is overflowing as Israeli attacks intensify
By ISABEL DEBRE, SAMYA KULLAB and MOHAMMED JAHJOUH Associated Press GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) — The morgue at Gaza’s biggest hospital, Shifa in…
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US and Qatar agree to prevent disbursal of recently unfrozen Iranian funds as Israel-Hamas war rages
By MATTHEW LEE, MARY CLARE JALONICK and SEUNG MIN KIM ASSOCIATED PRESS WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. and Qatar have reached an agreement that the…
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A possible Israeli ground war looms in Gaza. What weapons are wielded by those involved?
By JON GAMBRELL Associated Press JERUSALEM (AP) — An Israeli ground offensive in Gaza would further escalate the war raging since Hamas launched…
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United Nations agencies urge calm in northwest Syria after biggest escalation in attacks since 2019
By OMAR ALBAM Associated Press DANA, Syria (AP) — United Nations humanitarian officials have sounded an alarm over a humanitarian crisis in…
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As Israeli military retaliates, Palestinians say civilians are paying the price in strikes on Gaza
By ISABEL DEBRE and FATIMA SHBEIR Associated Press GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) — Hallways filled with screaming voices. A terrible stench in the…
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After a hard fight to clear militants, Israeli soldiers find a scene of destruction, slain children
By SAM McNEIL Associated Press KIBBUTZ BE’ERI, Israel (AP) — Trudging down a cul-de-sac turned to rubble, an Israeli army commander stopped…
Continue Reading Initial US intelligence suggests Iran was surprised by the Hamas attack on Israel
Originally Published: 11 OCT 23 10:39 ET Updated: 11 OCT 23 15:42 ET By Zachary Cohen, Katie Bo Lillis, Natasha Bertrand and Jeremy Herb, CNN (CNN)…
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Israeli defense minister orders ‘complete siege’ of Gaza, as Hamas threatens hostages
Originally Published: 09 OCT 23 02:01 ET Updated: 09 OCT 23 17:49 ET By Hadas Gold, Eyad Kourdi, Jonny Hallam, Ibrahim Dahman and Helen Regan, CNN…
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11 US citizens dead in Israel conflict, Biden says
Originally Published: 09 OCT 23 08:34 ET Updated: 09 OCT 23 17:31 ET By Arlette Saenz, Betsy Klein and MJ Lee, CNN Washington (CNN) — Eleven US…
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Take a flight on the airplane that led D-Day forces, courtesy of the War Eagles Air Museum
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The War Eagles Air Museum and Commemorative Air Force are teaming up to offer the community a chance to experience a part of…
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El Paso Jewish Federation to hold gathering in solidarity of Israel amid Hamas attacks
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Jewish Federation of El Paso and Las Cruces, Anti-Defamation League, Temple Mount Sinai and Congregation B’nai Zion…
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9 US citizens dead in Israel conflict, US National Security Council says
Originally Published: 09 OCT 23 08:34 ET Updated: 09 OCT 23 10:18 ET By Arlette Saenz and Betsy Klein, CNN Washington (CNN) — Nine US citizens have…
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El Paso County Requesting Photos of Veterans in Uniform for Courthouse Wall of Courage
El Paso, TX ( KVIA) — The Veterans Capital of the USA is proud and grateful for the military and veterans who serve their country with dedication…
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Southern New Mexico & El Paso area veterans return home from Mission 16 Honor Flight
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Mission 16 Honor Flight of Southern, NM and El Paso, TX honored Korean and Vietnam War veterans at the El Paso…
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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month in El Paso
EL PASO, TEXAS (KVIA) — El Paso VA Health Care System is celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with the event called “Celebrating the Prosperity,…
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US officials say Travis King, who crossed into North Korea, is in American custody
SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — Pvt. Travis King, the American soldier who crossed into North Korea two months ago, is in U.S. custody, two…
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North Korea set to expel US soldier Travis King
(ABC NEWS) –North Korea has announced that it is set to expel U.S. soldier Travis King several months after he ran across the border from South…
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U.S. Air Force celebrates 76th birthday — a look back, and forward at their history
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The United States Air Force turns 76 on Monday, the military branch’s official Facebook account announced. “Happy birthday…
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Predicting soldier suicide triggers: one company hopes AI can help reduce suicide numbers
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Since 9/11, veteran suicides have been an increasing concern in the U.S. Lowering the number has become a major goal of the…
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El Paso VA Launches Flu Vaccine Drive to Safeguard Veterans’ Health
In hopes of keeping people healthy, the El Paso VA hosted its first Saturday flu vaccine drive today. From 9 a.m. to noon the El Paso VA vaccinated…
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Western Tech offering new program to help soldiers transitioning out of the army
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Western Technical College is now offering a program just for Ft. Bliss soldiers looking to transition to civilian life. This…
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Oscar winner directs new PSA series encouraging veterans to get help
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — The Veterans Administration has launched a new effort in an effort to encourage vets to get mental support. The goal is to…
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3M agrees to pay $6 billion to settle earplug lawsuits from US service members
NEW YORK (AP) — Chemical and consumer product manufacturer 3M said Tuesday it has agreed to pay $6 billion to settle lawsuits from U.S. service…
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Wagner chief Prigozhin confirmed dead by Russian authorities after genetic tests
Originally Published: 27 AUG 23 08:14 ET Updated: 27 AUG 23 12:02 ET By Uliana Pavlova, Radina Gigova and Amy Woodyatt, CNN (CNN) — Russian…
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3 US Marines killed in aircraft crash in Australia during training exercise
Originally Published: 27 AUG 23 00:12 ET Updated: 27 AUG 23 17:10 ET By Heather Chen, Brad Lendon, Angus Watson, Jake Kwon and Irene Nasser, CNN…
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Grandson of infamous El Paso drug dealer Jimmy Chagra arrested on drug charges
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — Texas Department of Public Safety Special Agents and Drug Enforcement Administration agents arrested 44-year-old Jamiel…
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Army veterans ensure students arrive safely to class every morning
EL PASO, Texas (KVIA) — A group of Army Veterans from the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity take time out of their busy schedules to help kids at SSG Manuel…
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North Korea offers the first official confirmation that it has detained US soldier Travis King
By HYUNG-JIN KIM Associated Press SEOUL, South Korea (AP) — North Korea on Wednesday offered its first official confirmation that it had detained a…
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Museum to honor Navajo Code Talkers is about $40 million shy of reality
SANTA FE, N.M. (AP) — A museum in New Mexico to honor the Navajo Code Talkers is about $40 million shy of becoming a reality, according to…
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