Congress Reaches Spending Deal to Avert Shutdown, Israel-Lebanon Tensions Flare After Israeli Official's Death, Boeing 737 Max Grounded After Mid-Flight Incident
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Congressional leaders reached a spending deal to fund the government and prevent a shutdown. The deal still faces opposition.
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Tensions continue on Israel's border with Lebanon amid recent violence. An Israeli army official was killed in Lebanon.
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Defense Secretary Austin failed to promptly inform officials about his recent hospitalization. His condition is unknown.
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The FAA grounded Boeing 737 Max planes after a door blew out mid-flight on an Alaska Airlines flight.
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Respiratory illnesses have climbed after the holidays, though COVID levels remain far below pandemic peaks. Factors like immunity and virus exposure impact transmission.