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Kidnappings, threats and ‘protection fees’: how can Mexico confront rise in deadly extortion?
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Kidnappings, threats and ‘protection fees’: how can Mexico confront rise in deadly extortion?

<p>With corrupt police on the streets and shopkeepers forced to pay gangs, president has vowed to tackle crime that now affects all parts of society</p><p>It was about 11pm and Luis* was about to get into an Uber to go home when the police car pulled up. One of the officers frisked him and produced

The Guardian·June 3, 2026
Hundreds of thousands of Centrelink payments cancelled illegally, Albanese government admits
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Hundreds of thousands of Centrelink payments cancelled illegally, Albanese government admits

<p>Senate estimates hearing told issues caused by a glitch in the automated system that runs the controversial mutual obligations scheme</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2026/jun/03/politics-live-australia-aukus-submarines-pauline-hanson-anthony-albanese-angus-t

The Guardian·June 3, 2026
Where the devil is Mary? Search under way after Tasmanian marsupial escapes Gold Coast wildlife park
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Where the devil is Mary? Search under way after Tasmanian marsupial escapes Gold Coast wildlife park

<p>CCTV cameras caught the carnivorous marsupial skulking around deserted grounds at 4am Tuesday morning</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2026/jun/03/politics-live-australia-aukus-submarines-pauline-hanson-anthony-albanese-angus-taylor-question-time-senate-estim

The Guardian·June 3, 2026
Josh Turek wins Iowa Democratic Senate primary that could shape Democrats&apos; path to Senate majority
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Josh Turek wins Iowa Democratic Senate primary that could shape Democrats&apos; path to Senate majority

Iowa's Senate primary between state Rep. Josh Turek and state Sen. Zach Wahls could be critical as Democrats look to take back power in Congress.

CNBC·June 3, 2026
El Niño expected to develop in coming months, bringing hotter and drier weather to eastern Australia
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El Niño expected to develop in coming months, bringing hotter and drier weather to eastern Australia

<p>BoM and other agencies expect transition to the first El Niño since spring 2023 sometime during winter</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/live/2026/jun/03/politics-live-australia-aukus-submarines-pauline-hanson-anthony-albanese-angus-taylor-question-time-senate-esti

The Guardian·June 3, 2026
Iowa voters pick their nominees for competitive general elections
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Iowa voters pick their nominees for competitive general elections

Democratic state Rep. Josh Turek will face Republican U.S. Rep. Ashley Hinson in the Senate race. For governor, Democrat state Auditor Rob Sand and Republican businessman Zach Lahn move on to November.

NPR·June 3, 2026
Rebecca Bennett wins New Jersey Democratic primary, to face Trump ally Kean
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Rebecca Bennett wins New Jersey Democratic primary, to face Trump ally Kean

Democrats pick former Navy commander to challenge Republican Tom Kean in New Jersey's 7th District.

Al Jazeera·June 3, 2026
Supreme Court Clears the Way for Republican-Friendly Map in Alabama
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Supreme Court Clears the Way for Republican-Friendly Map in Alabama

In the first major case since the justices narrowed the Voting Rights Act, the court cleared the way for Alabama to use a map preferred by Republicans that leaves the state with only one majority-Black district.

NY Times·June 3, 2026
Supreme Court allows Alabama to use congressional map that dilutes Black vote
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Supreme Court allows Alabama to use congressional map that dilutes Black vote

The ruling is a victory for Republicans, who have sought to retain their slim majority in the House of Representatives by redistricting in various states.

CNBC·June 3, 2026
Justice Dept. Won’t Proceed With Trump’s $1.8 Billion Fund, Blanche Says
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Justice Dept. Won’t Proceed With Trump’s $1.8 Billion Fund, Blanche Says

The acting attorney general told lawmakers that he would leave in place an order forcing the I.R.S. to drop investigations into President Trump, his family and his businesses.

NY Times·June 3, 2026
Mysteriously missing congressman wins primary after Trump endorsement
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Mysteriously missing congressman wins primary after Trump endorsement

Republican lawmaker Tom Kean Jr has not been seen in Washington or his New Jersey district for several months.

BBC News·June 3, 2026
Graham Platner Meets With Senate Democrats Amid Texting Scandal
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Graham Platner Meets With Senate Democrats Amid Texting Scandal

Mr. Platner, the likely Democratic nominee for Senate in Maine, met in Washington with several senators. Chuck Schumer, the minority leader, dodged questions about his confidence in Mr. Platner.

NY Times·June 3, 2026
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