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Police called in to break up confrontations at UCLA campus protest
Police were called to the campus of the University of California, Los Angeles after fighting broke out this morning between some pro-Palestinian demonstrators and counter-protesters.
Supreme Court Rules On Pa. Ballots, Debate Rule Changes Announced
by Mara Liasson
The high Court let stand a ruling in Pennsylvania that permits officials to count some mailed ballots up to three days after Election Day. And, the presidential debate will have uninterrupted time.
During Pandemic, MLB Baseball Announcer's Audience Grows
by Andrea Hsu
Since 2014, Richard Wang has called Major League Baseball games in Chinese for fans in Taiwan. When COVID-19 delayed the MLB season, he had a chance to bring Taiwan baseball to the world in English.
Swiss Couple Name Their Newborn 'Twifia' To Save On Internet Costs
They responded to an ad from Twifi, a Swiss Internet provider: Name your child after the company and receive free WiFi for 18 years. The couple will put the Internet savings into an account for her.
Should The Rising Federal Deficit Be Considered In Pandemic Relief Talks?
by Scott Horsley
Millions of unemployed Americans are still waiting for help from the federal government, but pandemic relief efforts have stalled. Republicans point to a ballooning federal deficit.
Results Are Pending In Bolivia's Presidential Election
by Philip Reeves
Bolivians voted for a new president on Sunday. The election — which was delayed twice — was the first since leftist icon Evo Morales was ousted almost a year ago.
What Would A 2nd Trump Term Mean For The Environment?
President Trump touts his success at boosting fossil fuels and rolling back climate rules. But he's faced setbacks in court and pushback from states and industry.
Biden, Trump Focus On Swing States As November's Election Nears
by Tamara Keith
The presidential candidates are making their closing pitches as they crisscross the U.S. President Trump and Democratic challenger Joe Biden are approaching their campaign's home stretch differently.
How The U.S.-Saudi Relationship Could Change With A Biden Victory
by Jackie Northam
Saudi Arabia's Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman cultivated a close relationship with the Trump administration. How would that change under a Biden administration?
COVID-19 Cases Are Increasing In At Least 30 States
by Allison Aubrey
Coronavirus infection rates are higher than they've been since the middle of the summer, and hospitalizations are up too. As the virus surges, many are wondering: Is it safe to vote in person?