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10 Things to Know for Thursday

Late-breaking news, upcoming events and stories of interest.

1. WHO’S PROFITING FROM LOCKING UP ILLEGAL IMMIGRANTS

An AP review shows American taxpayers may be paying up to $2 billion a year for prison firms that in turn spend tens of millions lobbying lawmakers and contributing to their campaigns.

2. SYRIAN REBELS USE CAPTURED TANK AGAINST THE REGIME

Using the government’s own weapons against them is just another twist in the clashes taking place today in Aleppo and Damascus.