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9 AM ET: Trump's battleground blitz, drug cuts diabetes risk 94%, gold bar record & more

Aug 20, 2024
The Trump campaign is in full swing, targeting pivotal battleground states as the DNC heats up. In Gaza, six Israeli hostages have been recovered amid a tense standoff. A breakthrough from Eli Lilly reveals their weight loss drug significantly lowers diabetes risk by 94%. Residents of East Palestine are seeking an extension before settling damages from last year's train derailment. Plus, soaring gold prices are raising eyebrows about their potential impact on the US economy.
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