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Joe Biden ‘optimistic’ about Gaza ceasefire deal – as Lebanon says six killed by Israeli strike  Sky NewsUS and allies push for Israel-Hamas ceasefire to be reached next week after presenting fresh proposal to warring sides  CNNIsraeli officials confirm progress in negotiations, Hamas claims it is plot to buy time  The Jerusalem PostGaza Cease-Fire Talks to Resume in Cairo, as Mediators Race to Head Off Wider War  The New York TimesBiden says admin is ‘closer than we’ve ever been’ to cease-fire deal in Middle East  Fox News

Harris, Trump Propose Divergent, Costly Solutions for Inflation  The Wall Street JournalHarris and Trump Offer a Clear Contrast on the Economy  The New York TimesNew polling shows who battleground state voters trust more on the economy  CNNKamala’s economic plan is about to drop, and high prices are here to stay  The HillHarris, Trump focus on economy as key issue in 2024 campaign  CBS News

India: National strike held over doctor’s rape and murder  BBC.comWhat to know as thousands protest sexual violence in India  KPRC Click2HoustonParents Gave Names Of Interns, Doctors To CBI In Kolkata Horror: Sources  NDTVHospitals in India hit as doctors begin nationwide strike over trainee’s rape and murder  The GuardianKolkata doctor rape-murder case highlights: Indian Medical Association calls for nationwide strike, demands central law for safety of doctors  The Hindu

Mayor Brandon Johnson personally intervened on behalf of protest groups over stages, sound system for Union Park rally, organizer says; ‘We talked directly to the mayor’  Chicago TribuneScoop: House Democrats fear violence from massive DNC protests  Axios‘Uncommitted’ delegates bring Gaza-war message to Democratic convention  Al Jazeera EnglishThe pro-Palestinian ‘uncommitted’ movement is at an impasse with top Democrats as the DNC begins  The Associated PressChicago’s mayor owes his career to activism. How will he handle demonstrators at the DNC?  Mother Jones

Exclusive | Behind Ukraine’s Russia Invasion: Secrecy, Speed and Electronic Jamming  The Wall Street Journal‘We don’t know what’s happening’: Fear and confusion in Kursk as Russian residents take shelter and Ukraine advances  CNNRussian Offensive Campaign Assessment, August 16, 2024  Institute for the Study of WarUkraine’s swift push into the Kursk region shocked Russia and exposed its vulnerabilities  The Associated PressUkraine’s Push Into Russia Met Early Success. Where Does It Go From Here?  The New York Times

Looking to Freeze Your Credit After the National Public Data Breach? Here’s How  CNETHow to Know If Your Social Security Number Is Compromised  TIMEWhy you should be worried about massive National Public Data breach and what to do.  USA TODAYData broker suggests fraud alerts after Social Security number breach  The Washington PostHackers may have stolen your Social Security number in a massive breach. Here’s what to know.  CBS News