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CBS staff accuse network of ‘overt racism’ over Abdul El-Sayed 9/11 story

CBS staff accuse network of ‘overt racism’ over Abdul El-Sayed 9/11 story Submitted by MEE staff on Tue, 09/01/2026 - 18:37 Staffers have pushed back against CBS's decision to revive years-old deleted…

  • CBS staff accuse network of overt racism in Abdul El-Sayed's 9/11 story coverage.
  • Staffer claims CBS expanded small news into larger narrative inappropriately.
  • Former employee calls the story shameful, emphasizing overt racism in coverage.

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Washington Post Editorial Board Defends Iran War Report Amid ‘Traitor’ Criticism

The update comes after the paper reported that senior military leaders warned Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth against prolonged large-scale operations The post Washington Post Editorial Board Defends…

  • Editorial board defends reporting on military concerns about Iran war strain.
  • Pentagon and columnist Marc Thiessen criticize Post's reporting.
  • Board emphasizes public interest in military capabilities and accountability.

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Burnham promised hope. Reality is already getting in the way

Andy Burnham's first parliamentary statement as prime minister illustrated the pitfalls he'll face on the way to the next election.

  • Andy Burnham promised hope upon becoming British Prime Minister.
  • Within 204 minutes, his statement unveiled numerous ambitious commitments.
  • Despite optimism, reality of governance intruded on his agenda.

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Guterres urges global institutions to reflect changing world order

Guterres called for an international system overhaul, saying global institutions had to catch up.

  • Guterres urges global institutions to adapt to a multipolar world order.
  • Calls for reforms in UN and Bretton Woods system to enhance developing nations' influence.
  • Urges maximum restraint, adherence to international law, and ceasefire in Ukraine.

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Severe storms possible in GTA Wednesday, fueled by ongoing heat

As temperatures climb throughout Tuesday and Wednesday, the risk of thunderstorms also increases mid week in the GTA. Tuesday started off foggy and temperatures steadily rose throughout the afternoon…

  • Temperatures in GTA rise to 26°C with humidex of 35 on Tuesday.
  • Yellow heat warning issued for southwestern Ontario on Wednesday.
  • Severe storms with 90 km/h winds possible in GTA Wednesday evening.

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Putin, Xi attempt to rally SCO leaders behind a new multipolar world order in Kyrgyzstan - analysis

Russia and China used the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit to promote a multipolar world order, with leaders criticizing unilateralism and calling for greater influence for non-Western powers.

  • Russian President Putin and Chinese President Xi convened SCO summit in Kyrgyzstan.
  • Leaders aim to promote multipolar world order, criticize UN.
  • SCO countries call for fair global order, rejecting force cult.
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