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Israel's unassuming President Herzog holds keys to next government

Israel's President Isaac Herzog is known for his unassuming and mild manner, but all eyes will be on him as he decides whom to task with forming the next coalition government. The decision is a weighty one as neither the camp of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu nor that of his rival Gadi Eisenkot secured a majority in parliament. Herzog starts consultations on Wednesday with party…

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The Blue Wave Hits Central Kentucky

Democrat Zach Dembo is set to flip a GOP-leaning Kentucky congressional seat that, until recently, Republicans felt confident they would hold. His opponent, Ralph Alvarado, conceded Tuesday evening.

  • Democrat Zach Dembo poised to flip Republican seat in Central Kentucky district
  • Dembo, Navy veteran and former federal prosecutor, campaigned against corruption
  • Alvarado, initial MAGA supporter, conceded defeat amid voter dissatisfaction

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