Israel and Lebanon have peace talks and Swalwell resigns from Congress: Morning Rundown

Israel and Lebanon will engage in peace talks despite Hezbollah’s objections. Rep. Eric Swalwell and Rep. Tony Gonzales announce their plans to leave Congress. And why the stock market saw gains despite rising oil prices. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. Here’s what to know today….

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Prosecutor moves to dismiss charges against men accused of violent encounter with federal agents in Minneapolis

A federal prosecutor is seeking to dismiss charges against two men involved in what authorities described as a violent altercation with immigration agents in Minneapolis last month. In a filing Wednesday in U.S. District Court in Minnesota, a federal prosecutor cited newly discovered evidence that he says is “materially inconsistent” with preliminary hearing testimony and…

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He worked hard, avoided taking vacations, yet got laid off: Former Google techie learns harsh lesson about work-life balance |

For a long time, many professionals have lived by a quiet belief: If you work hard enough, you’ll eventually earn stability. Late nights, skipped weekends, postponed holidays, and constant “hustle” were all seen as the necessary price to pay for a secure career and a comfortable future. But a recent, honest account from a former…

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