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NBC News speaks with Palestinian in West Bank whose home is surrounded by Israeli settlersExternal Link
Human rights groups say Israeli settler violence against Palestinians in the West Bank has surged. NBC News' Richard Engel visits one village in the middle of the attacks, speaking with a man who says his house is surrounded by settlers.
Fri, 07 Aug 2026 00:43:06 GMT
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GOP Sen. Lisa Murkowski comes out against Todd Blanche for AG, putting nomination in jeopardyExternal Link
GOP Sen. Lisa Murkowski says she will vote against Todd Blanche for AG, putting confirmation in jeopardy
Fri, 07 Aug 2026 10:59:46 GMT
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Serial arson suspect in Spokane charged with igniting multiple firesExternal Link
The man authorities say started the most destructive fire in Spokane history is now charged with starting four other fires since July of last year. 37-year-old Aaron Farinacci appeared remotely in court late today but did not enter a plea. NBC News’ Morgan Chesky reports from inside the burn zone.
Thu, 06 Aug 2026 23:05:58 GMT
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Jobs report is expected to show a pickup in hiring — but with stagnant wagesExternal Link
July’s heat may not have extended to the U.S. job market.
Fri, 07 Aug 2026 09:30:40 GMT
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AI is looking for thousands of people to dig trenches for internet cablesExternal Link
The AI-powered growth of data centers is driving demand for human workers to lay new fiber optic cables from coast to coast.
Thu, 06 Aug 2026 01:03:31 GMT
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