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Search for Amelia Earhart’s plane resumes after stormy weather
A research team has resumed searching for Amelia Earhart’s aircraft on Nikumaroro Island in the Pacific after severe weather halted operations for several days.
Biljana Plavšić obituary
Biljana Plavšić, the only woman indicted by the ICTY for Balkan war crimes, died at 96. She confessed to persecution charges in 2003 but later retracted her guilty plea, claiming she had done nothing wrong.
Noah Adams, longtime host of NPR’s All Things Considered, has died
Noah Adams, longtime host of NPR’s All Things Considered, died Friday at his home in Ohio at age 84. The broadcaster was known for his thoughtful reporting on American life and smaller communities.
Shabana Mahmood to hold talks with EU over law enforcement cooperation
UK Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood will meet the EU’s home affairs commissioner to discuss law enforcement cooperation, including potential rejoining of European police databases from which Britain was excluded after Brexit.
Inside Ukrainian offensive pushing Russia back – with Starlink playing a key role
Ukraine’s Operation Vivaldi counter-offensive has liberated 277 square kilometers in eastern Donbas, with Starlink satellite communications proving vital to coordinated drone operations and tactical coordination.
European diplomats attacked by Israeli settlers in West Bank
European diplomats were attacked by masked Israeli settlers in the West Bank while assessing the situation near Ramallah. Belgium condemned the assault and called for those responsible to face justice.
North Korea: What satellite images reveal about Kim Jong Un’s summer retreat
Satellite imagery shows multiple large luxury vessels repeatedly spotted near North Korean leader Kim Jong Un’s seaside villa in Wonsan from July through mid-October this year, likely used for recreation by the regime’s elite.
Gaza families fear food shortages as Israel halts commercial shipments
Food prices in Gaza have surged following Israel’s five-day suspension of commercial imports, with families rushing to stock up on staples amid fears of prolonged shortages.
‘Hybrid warfare’: Taiwan drives away 16 Chinese ships
Taiwan’s coastguard confronted and drove away 16 Chinese vessels in coordinated maritime operations, describing the activity as part of Beijing’s “hybrid warfare” strategy in disputed waters.
Trump endorses Netanyahu in Israeli legislative elections
President Trump has endorsed Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu ahead of parliamentary elections scheduled for October 27, praising him as a dependable ally in the US war against Iran.
GCC condemns Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia as Yemen fighting intensifies
The GCC condemned Houthi attacks on Saudi Arabia and pledged support for the kingdom, while Yemen’s fighting intensified with competing military offensives and humanitarian concerns mounting.
India’s Cockroach Janta party leader arrested amid crackdown on protests
The leader of India’s Cockroach Janta party youth movement was arrested Friday as authorities intensified a crackdown on anti-government protests demanding the resignation of the chief election commissioner.
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Arizona joins Nevada to fight proposed cuts to their shares of Colorado River
Arizona has joined Nevada in challenging the Trump administration’s proposed cuts to their Colorado River water allocations, citing concerns about the federal government’s approach to managing the shrinking waterway.
Some conservative states aren’t using Medicaid hardship exemption – for political reasons
Some conservative states are declining to use federal hardship exemptions for new Medicaid work requirements, with experts suggesting political ideology plays a key role in their decisions.
Trump ‘border czar’ says Ilhan Omar could be ‘of course’ denaturalized and deported
Trump’s border czar says the administration could strip Democratic congresswoman Ilhan Omar of citizenship and deport her if evidence supports denaturalization, following an FBI raid on her home.
Ilhan Omar’s attorneys say federal search of her home was ‘neither justified nor lawful’
Attorneys for Minnesota Democrat Ilhan Omar requested the Department of Justice return property seized during a federal search of her home, characterizing the seizure as unjustified and unlawful.
Can Ken Paxton outrun a trail of scandal to win US Senate seat in ruby-red Texas?
Ken Paxton, Texas’s Republican attorney general and US Senate candidate, faces a surprisingly competitive race against Democrat James Talarico despite the state’s strong Republican lean, amid ongoing controversies.
Katie Zacharia’s five days as press secretary expose flaws in Trump’s TV-driven hiring
Katie Zacharia departed her role as White House press secretary after five days, following a poor briefing debut and scrutiny over her legal background, highlighting Trump’s reliance on television appeal for hiring decisions.
Trump in Georgia falsely claims election of Jon Ossoff was illegitimate
Trump held a rally in Georgia where he reiterated claims about the 2020 election and attacked Senator Jon Ossoff’s legitimacy ahead of Ossoff’s upcoming Senate race against Mike Collins.
Key player in false Talarico rumor has history of online posts invoking Nazi Germany
An influencer who promoted false claims about a political candidate’s hospitalization has a documented history of social media posts containing antisemitic content, racist remarks, and favorable references to Nazi Germany, according to reporting.
US voters want more action on global heating. Why are Democrats and Republicans staying silent?
Most American voters express concern about climate change and want political leaders to address the crisis, yet candidates in midterm races across eight battleground states have largely avoided discussing the issue on campaign trails.
All the president’s women: a familiar downward trajectory in Trump’s cabinet
Half of Trump’s eight female cabinet officials have resigned or been fired within months, all replaced by men, while male counterparts facing similar scrutiny have retained their positions.
‘Too big to rig’: No Kings movement heads to the polls to boost early voting
The No Kings coalition is organizing thousands of early voting events across all 50 states on Saturday, aiming to make it the largest single day of early voting in US history ahead of the November midterm elections.
Republican Susan Collins dismisses allegations of corruption as ‘completely false’
Republican Senator Susan Collins denies allegations she traded federal contracts for campaign contributions, calling them “completely false” and recycled from prior investigations that found no wrongdoing.
Hegseth church allies backed plan for ‘public’ execution of Fort Hood shooter
Donald Trump cancelled Pete Hegseth’s plan to livestream a military execution, but some religious allies of the defense secretary had supported the public broadcast of the Fort Hood shooter’s scheduled execution.
Paxton v Talarico: tens of millions of dollars pour into closely watched Texas Senate race
Elon Musk has donated over $168 million to support Republican Ken Paxton in a closely watched Texas Senate race against Democrat James Talarico, as tens of millions flood the competitive contest.
Matt Gaetz accused in suit of sex trafficking two women in Florida
Former Republican congressman Matt Gaetz faces a civil lawsuit alleging he participated in sex trafficking two women in Florida between 2017 and 2019. Gaetz denies the allegations.
US justice department sues California over alleged noncitizen voting
The US Justice Department sued California to block vote tabulation from individuals it identified as noncitizens, providing 20,000+ names via an unsecured USB drive with a 48-hour deadline.
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What is the Budget and what could be in it?
Chancellor John Healey will present Labour’s first Budget on 28 October, outlining tax and spending plans while navigating constraints from pre-election pledges and fiscal rules.
The start-ups hoping to return battery making to the US
US battery startups are developing sodium ion technology to compete with China’s dominance in battery manufacturing, targeting large-scale energy storage applications and seeking to build domestic supply chains.
Levi Strauss hikes profit guidance after tariff refunds, but its sales outlook is less optimistic
Levi Strauss raised full-year profit guidance buoyed by tariff refunds, but lowered revenue expectations following a disappointing quarter marked by flat direct-to-consumer sales.
How oil-rich Alberta’s economy might fare if it broke away from Canada
Alberta will hold a referendum on October 19 on pursuing independence, with economists and officials divided over whether separation would boost or harm the province’s economy.
PepsiCo cuts earnings forecast as North American turnaround takes longer than expected
PepsiCo reported third-quarter earnings above expectations but lowered its full-year earnings forecast, citing slower-than-expected recovery in its struggling North American business.
Delta delays debut of Saudi Arabia service until March after Riyadh airport attacks
Delta Air Lines has postponed its planned October debut of nonstop service from Atlanta to Riyadh until March, citing safety concerns following deadly attacks on the Saudi airport.
Technology In The News
Your uncle’s frozen Mac says it’s infected after viewing a Google ad. Now what?
Researchers discovered sophisticated tech support scams delivered through Google ads that freeze device screens with fake security warnings, attempting to trick users into calling fraudulent call centers and paying fees.
Use of AI in job interviews on the rise – but UK recruiters say they can spot the cheats
UK recruiters report rising AI misuse in job interviews, with 66% of employers confirming candidates using undeclared AI assistance, though most say the technology’s broader job market impact remains years away.
Fridge hack costing millions and sparking fires stemmed from poor security
A cyberattack compromised refrigeration controllers at approximately 700 supermarkets across France, causing food spoilage and fires. The breach exploited outdated security practices and vulnerable devices exposed to the internet.
Living with a stink? Technology might help
Milpitas residents dealing with decades of landfill odors are turning to drone monitoring and automated gas collection technology to identify and address pollution sources more efficiently.
Fake Linda and me: the Agatha Christie-worthy mystery of the fraudster who stole my byline
A science journalist discovered someone impersonating her to pitch articles to major publications, receiving payment and potentially damaging her professional reputation through fraudulent bylines.
TikTok bans Musk documentary account
TikTok banned the social media account for Alex Gibney’s Musk documentary just before its wider release, though the platform later said the removal was an error.
Cities want to put the boot on robotaxis
Cities across the U.S. are increasingly imposing restrictions on robotaxis through local ordinances, creating a complex patchwork of rules as federal regulation remains stalled in Congress.
Video game ownership bill introduced in Congress
A congressional bill introduced this week would establish FTC regulations guaranteeing consumer ownership of video games rather than licensing agreements, responding to concerns over server shutdowns.
The Ukrainian Family That Has Become An International Symbol Of Civilian Death.
Energy In The News
Sierra Club Urges Strong Public Protections, Good Jobs and Clean Energy in Mesabi Metallics Incentive Deal
The Sierra Club Iowa Chapter urges state officials to include environmental and labor protections in any taxpayer-funded incentive package for Mesabi Metallics’ steel mill project.
Cost of balancing Great Britain’s power grid reaches nearly £50m a day
Great Britain’s power grid balancing costs reached nearly £50 million in a single day after renewable energy bottlenecks forced windfarks offline, with experts blaming insufficient transmission infrastructure.
Electrification Changes What Energy Security Means
Electrification is restructuring energy security by shifting from continuous fuel imports to one-time purchases of productive equipment like solar panels and batteries that generate domestic electricity for years.
The Nuclear Power Shortcut That Could Add Gigawatts to the U.S. Grid
U.S. nuclear plants are seeking regulatory approval to increase power output through upgrades, with tech companies investing billions to boost grid capacity amid rising demand for data center electricity.
‘From liabilities to goldmines’: refineries eye record profits from diesel shortage
Western refineries are positioned to record profits amid a global diesel shortage expected to persist into next year, with major producers like TotalEnergies and Shell reporting exceptional earnings from the fuel crisis.
Trump Administration Wants to Stop an Almost-Complete Offshore Wind Project
The Trump Department of Interior has sought court review of Revolution Wind, an offshore project that completed construction and began supplying electricity to New England residents.
Climate Change In The News
How the UK’s extreme heat is shifting the conversation about air-con
The UK faces mounting pressure to balance climate mitigation with adaptation as extreme heat intensifies. The debate centers on whether to invest in air conditioning and cooling infrastructure despite environmental costs.
‘Concerning’ low sea ice persists as Antarctic hits third-lowest winter peak
Antarctic sea ice reached its third-lowest winter peak extent on record, while Arctic sea ice tied for the 10th-lowest minimum, raising concerns among scientists about potential structural shifts in polar ice conditions.
Education In The News
AAUP Opposes Accreditor’s Intellectual Diversity Proposal
The American Association of University Professors is opposing a major accreditor’s new proposal to evaluate colleges on “intellectual diversity,” calling the standard vague and tied to conservative criticism of higher education.
Democratic Senators Criticize ED for Front-Loading Grants
Two Democratic senators criticize the Education Department for front-loading grants, contending the practice withheld approximately $630 million from new recipients across 35 programs.
New Analysis Finds NIH Awarded 7,400 Fewer Grants
NIH awarded nearly 12 percent fewer grants in fiscal year 2026 compared to 2024, according to an analysis from the Association of American Medical Colleges released Thursday.
Grand Canyon U Moves Toward Opening Christian Law School
The Arizona Supreme Court approved a new Christian law school at Grand Canyon University, with enrollment expected to begin in 2027 to help address Arizona’s attorney shortage.
Why This Governor Wants to Ban H-1B Visas for Teachers—and Why Schools Use Them
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott proposes banning H-1B visa use for hiring international teachers, citing concerns about foreign influence in schools. The move affects over 270 visa-holding educators in Texas and could prompt similar action in other states.
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