Tuesday, November 5
π¨NATION
π Musk PAC tells Philadelphia judge the $1 million sweepstakes winners were actually not chosen by chance (AP) Judge rules giveaway can continue (CNN)
π Former Ohio cop Adam Coy found guilty of murder in fatal 2020 shooting of unarmed Black man Andre Hill (ABC)
π Rare drought in Northeast brings a spate of wildfires (NY TIMES) NYC on drought watch (SPECTRUM)
π New security fences seen around key DC sites ahead of Election Day (FOX NEWS)
π AROUND THE WORLD
π Russia suspected of plotting to send explosive devices on US-bound planes (WSJ)
π Hurricane and tropical storm alerts issued for Caymans, Cuba, Jamaica as tropical depression forms in Caribbean (CBS)
π EU leaders exult at Moldovan presidentβs reelection as pro-Russian opposition whines (POLITICO)
π Trial opens in France in the beheading of a teacher over prophet cartoons (AP)
π±BUSINESS, SCIENCE & TECH
π Boeing machinists hold contract vote that could end their 7-week strike (AP)
π Americans who bought homes in 2024 were older and richer than ever (CNN)
π Watch the AI robots that Jeff Bezos just invested in fold laundry and put eggs in a carton (BI)
π New York Times tech union goes on strike, one day before election (NBC)
π¬ SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT
π Quincy Jones, music titan who worked with everyone from Frank Sinatra to Michael Jackson, dies at 91 (AP)
π Ben Affleck calls ex Jennifer Lopez's βUnstoppableβ performance 'spectacular': 'really proud' of the film (PEOPLE)
π Chris Martin falls into hole in stage during Coldplay gig in Australia (CNN)
π 'Real Housewives of Beverly Hills' star Teddi Mellencamp files for divorce (TMZ)
Monday, November 4
π¨NATION
π NYC declares a drought watch and asks residents to conserve water (AP)
π RFK Jr. says Trump would push to remove fluoride from drinking water. βItβs possible,β Trump says (AP)
π The "no comment" candidate: Harris strategy clouds how she'd govern (AXIOS)
π Jury convicts former Kentucky officer of using excessive force on Breonna Taylor during deadly raid (CNN)
π AROUND THE WORLD
π American journalist detained in Iran as Supreme Leader Khamenei threatens US, Israel, State Department says (FOX NEWS)
π Classified leaks by detained Netanyahu aide may have undermined hostage operations (AXIOS)
π Spain flood survivors hurl mud at the royals and top government officials (AP)
π Pro-EU leader ahead in tight Moldovan vote amid claims of Kremlin meddling (BBC)
π±BUSINESS, SCIENCE & TECH
π Federal Reserve is set to cut rates again while facing a hazy post-election outlook (AP)
π Nearly $1 billion has been spent on political ads over the last week (CNBC)
π Trump consults with Musk, Kushner, Wall Street in rush to staff Trump White House (WSJ)
π TGI Fridays files for bankruptcy as sit-down restaurant struggles continue (AP)
π¬ SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT
π "Dawson's Creek" alum James Van Der Beek announces cancer diagnosis (CBS)
π Pete Davidson shows off tattoo removal transformation during SNL appearance (E!)
π ChloΓ« Grace Moretz comes out as gay in post supporting LGBTQ+ rights while endorsing Kamala Harris (NBC)
π Who won the NYC Marathon? 2024 winners, times and results (CBS)
Friday, November 1
π¨NATION
π Democrats widen spending gap in final election stretch (AXIOS)
π Trump says "whether the women like it or not, I'm going to protect them" at Wisconsin rally (CBS) Harris says comment βis offensive to everybodyβ (AP)
π House panel refers Andrew Cuomo for prosecution, alleging 'false statements' on Covid report (NBC)
π Trump sues CBS News for $10 billion over Harris interview edits (FOX)
π AROUND THE WORLD
π About 8,000 North Korean troops at Ukraineβs border are expected in combat in days, US says (AP)
π Iran preparing major retaliatory strike from Iraq within days, Israeli intel suggests (AXIOS)
π Spain mourns as death toll passes 150 in catastrophic floods (BBC)
π The world braces for the fallout of next weekβs US election (SEMAFOR)
π±BUSINESS, SCIENCE & TECH
π OpenAI launches ChatGPT search, competing with Google and Microsoft (CNBC)
π Starbucks' plan to return to its roots involves 200,000 Sharpies (CBS)
π Boeing, union reach sweetened contract offer in bid to end strike, vote scheduled for Monday (AP)
π Less sugar in first 1,000 days of life protects against chronic disease, study finds (GUARDIAN)
π¬ SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT
π Jennifer Garner channels her beloved '13 Going on 30' character for Halloween (GMA)
π Young Thug changes plea to guilty to gang, drug and gun charges in Georgia's longest-running criminal trial (NBC)
π Hailey Bieber shares first photo of baby Jack Blues since announcing birth as they celebrate Halloween (PEOPLE)
π Diddy accuser must reveal name or rape case will be thrown out, judge rules (PAGE SIX)
Thursday, October 31
π¨NATION
π Dodgers defeat Yankees to win World Series in Game 5 comeback (ESPN)
π More than 55 million people have voted early in run-up to Election Day (CBS)
π Florida teen accused of threatening Democratic voters with machete at early voting site (USA TODAY)
π Gunman who shot a Jewish man walking to synagogue, first responders faces charges (CNN) Details: Gunman entered US illegally (FOX NEWS)
π Police say the man behind ballot box fires with devices that were labeled βFree Gazaβ might plan more attacks (AP)
π AROUND THE WORLD
π Lebanonβs PM says hopes for Hezbollah ceasefire with Israel in βcoming hours or daysβ (TIMES OF ISRAEL)
π Devastating floods in Spain kill dozens (AXIOS)
π North Korean troops in Russian uniforms moving towards Ukraine, Pentagon says (CBS)
π A Russian court fined Google more money than the world's GDP (QZ)
π±BUSINESS, SCIENCE & TECH
π U.S. economy grew at 2.8% rate in the third quarter (AXIOS)
π Starbucks, trying to reverse sluggish sales, discontinues olive oil drinks to simplify its menu (AP)
π H5N1 bird flu identified in pig for first time in US (NBC)
π Viral appetizer sends Chiliβs sales surging (CNN)
π¬ SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT
π Joe Rogan reveals he warned Tony Hinchcliffe about Puerto Rico joke before Trump rally (THE WRAP)
π New York grand jury hearing new evidence in Sean 'Diddy' Combs federal case (NBC)
π βBobβs Burgersβ Actor Sentenced to One Year in Prison for Role in Jan. 6 Insurrection (VARIETY)
π Yankees fans who ripped ball out of Mookie Bettsβ glove banned from Game 5 of World Series (CNN)
Wednesday, October 30
π¨NATION
π Trump ally Steve Bannon is released after serving 4 months in prison for contempt of Congress (AP)
π Man who attacked Nancy Pelosi's husband gets life without parole in state trial (AXIOS)
π Supreme Court rejects push to remove Robert F. Kennedy Jr. from ballot in two swing states (MSNBC)
π Joe Rogan says he rejected Harris campaignβs interview conditions (FOX NEWS) JD Vance to appear on podcast (NBC)
π AROUND THE WORLD
π After reports of nearly 100 dead in north Gaza strike, IDF says incident under investigation (TIMES OF ISRAEL)
π OrbΓ‘n congratulates Georgia on not βbecoming a second Ukraineβ (POLITICO)
π Hezbollah picks cleric Naim Kassem to lead the Lebanese terror group (NPR)
π North Korean soldiers learning Russian commands (CNN) They are Pyongyangβs elite troops (WASHINGTON POST)
π±BUSINESS, SCIENCE & TECH
π Elon Muskβs secret compound for his family: Three mansions, three mothers, 11 children and a multibillionaire father obsesses about declining birthrates (NY TIMES)
π Looking for a job on LinkedIn? AI could be reading your profile β and recommending it to recruiters (MARKET WATCH)
π CNN bans conservative writer after βbeeperβ comment to Muslim commentator (AP)
π Endocrine-disrupting chemicals are everywhere and could have many health impacts, researchers say (CNN)
π¬ SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT
π 50 Cent turned down Donald Trumpβs $3 million offer to perform at Madison Square Garden rally (VARIETY)
π Shawn Mendes says he's 'figuring out' his sexuality (USA TODAY)
π Ken Jennings calls out 'problematic' answer on 'Jeopardy!' and apologizes to female contestant (NBC)
π Pregnant Gisele BΓΌndchen debuts her baby bump after news she's expecting baby no. 3 (PEOPLE)
Tuesday, October 29
π¨NATION
π Hundreds of ballots set on fire in three states as Election Day approaches (NPR)
π Over 200,000 subscribers flee 'Washington Post' after Bezos blocks Harris endorsement (CNBC) Bezos defends action (AXIOS)
π Philadelphia DA sues Elon Musk over controversial $1 million voter giveaway (ABC NEWS)
π Russia, China and Cuba amplified falsehoods about recent hurricanes, US official says (MIAMI HERALD)
π AROUND THE WORLD
π Israel passes two laws to restrict the work of a UN agency that aids Palestinians in Gaza (ABC)
π Tens of thousands rally in Georgia to denounce the parliamentary election they say was rigged (AP)
π 10,000 North Korean troops in Russia are headed for Ukraine, US says (USA TODAY)
π Imposters stole thousands of pounds of posh cheddar, rattling the UK cheese world (NPR)
π Shanghai puts a stop to βcontroversialβ Halloween costumes (NBC)
π±BUSINESS, SCIENCE & TECH
π McDonald's bringing back Quarter Pounder after beef patties ruled out as source of E. coli outbreak (FOX BUSINESS)
π Trump Media shares surge up to 20% after Trumpβs NYC rally, nears X shares (CNBC)
π Volkswagen plans to close βat leastβ 3 German plants and cut thousands of jobs (CNN)
π Apple's AI update is here: What to know about Apple Intelligence, top features (USA TODAY)
π Economists warn of new inflation hazards after election (WSJ)
π¬ SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT
π Commanders' stunning win awakens fans' election superstitions (AXIOS)
π Colin Farrell finishes Dublin Marathon while pushing friend in a wheelchair (CNN)
π Immersive entertainment company Cosm lands rights to broadcast NFL games (NBC NEWS)
π Jon Stewart extends βDaily Showβ hosting gig through 2025 (THE WRAP)
Monday, October 28
π¨NATION
π Which states voters matter the most for president (AXIOS)
π Trump MSG rally faces backlash over crude remarks, including comedian calling Puerto Rico βisland of garbageβ (USA TODAY)
π Tim Walz and AOC play football video game on Twitch in appeal to young men (GUARDIAN)
π Biden says Elon Musk was an βillegal workerβ when he began US career (ABC)
π Trump records a 3-hour interview with Joe Rogan about the election, Harris and whales (NBC NEWS)
π AROUND THE WORLD
π One killed, dozens injured in truck ramming at Israeli bus stop (BBC)
π Japan's ruling party loses its majority after snap election (AP)
π Another domino falls to Vladimir Putin after Georgiaβs tense election, European monitors say it was was marred by intimidation (NPR)
π Polls open in Uruguay in a general election free of the deep political divisions seen elsewhere in South America (ABC)
π±BUSINESS, SCIENCE & TECH
π Trump doubles down on replacing income taxes with tariffs in Joe Rogan interview (CNBC)
π More families making over $150,000 are living paycheck to paycheck (CNN)
π Testing rules out beef patties as the source of E. coli outbreak, McDonaldβs says (AP)
π Daylight saving time ends next weekend: How to prepare for the change (ABC)
π¬ SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT
π Phil Lesh, Grateful Dead bassist and founding member, dies at 84 (NBC)
π Michigan and Michigan State throw punches, push and shove after Wolverines beat rival Spartans (AP)
π Dodgers 'encouraged' by early indications after Ohtani injures shoulder in G2 (MLB)
π CA Gov. Newsom and LA Mayor Bass announce "major proposal" aimed at enhancing film and TV industry (CBS)
Friday, October 25
π¨NATION
π Early voting for 2024 election underway in dozens of states with 28 million ballots cast so far (TIME)
π Biden expected to apologize for federal governmentβs role in Indian boarding schools (CNN)
π The top election official in a politically crucial Nevada county says she was forced out (AP)
π Georgia secretary of state's office says it repelled cyberattack (CBS NEWS)
π AROUND THE WORLD
π Gaza ceasefire and hostage deal gets renewed push after two-month deadlock (AXIOS)
π French foreign minister says conference for Lebanon raised $1 billion in pledges (AP)
π King Charles and Keir Starmer brace for reparations debate at Commonwealth summit (CNN)
π Russia provided targeting data for Houthi assault on global shipping (WSJ)
π South Korea warns it may send Ukraine weapons after North Korea sent troops to Russia (NPR)
π±BUSINESS, SCIENCE & TECH
π Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, KFC pull onions from meals after E. coli outbreak (CNBC)
π Goldfish is changing its name to attract adults (ABC)
π US sues to block $8.5 billion merger of Coach, Michael Kors (BUSINESS OF FASHION)
π World on track for catastrophic 3 degrees Celsius warming, UN warns (POLITICO)
π Hawaii races to stop spread of tree-killing rhinoceros beetles, invasive species that can fly 2 miles and lay 140 eggs (CBS NEWS)
π¬ SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT
π Dodgers-Yankees World Series renews rivalry not seen in a generation (AXIOS)
π Taylor Swift welcomed to New Orleans with 140-foot-long friendship bracelet outside of Eras Tour venue (PAGE SIX)
π "Beetlejuice" fans can tour an Airbnb movie replica house in New Jersey (HOLLYWOOD REPORTER)
Thursday, October 24
π¨NATION
π Georgia voter roll audit finds only 20 noncitizens out of 8 million registered voters (ABC NEWS)
π Justice Department warns Elon Musk that his $1 million giveaway to registered voters may be illegal (CNBC)
π Sister of slain Army private Trump reportedly disparaged calls out The Atlantic Magazine for misleading her (FOX NEWS)
π Trump ignites spat with US ally, accusing UKβs governing party of election interference (CNN)
π AROUND THE WORLD
π At least 5 dead in 'terrorist attack' on aerospace facility in Turkey, officials say (NPR)
π Two US service members injured in raid that killed ISIS operatives In Iraq, Pentagon says (CNN)
π Blinken says βmore progressβ from Israel needed on Gaza aid flow (BBC)
π Strike on Iran will show world Israelβs might, Defense Minister says (GUARDIAN)
π 19 suspected members of powerful Sinaloa cartel killed in shootout with troops in Mexico (CBS NEWS)
π±BUSINESS, SCIENCE & TECH
π Apple and Goldman Sachs ordered to pay $89 million over Apple Card failures (NPR)
π Tesla shares jump 12% on profit beat as company benefits from environmental credits (CNBC)
π Ex-Abercrombie & Fitch CEO grins with ankle monitor after posting $10M bail in sex trafficking case (FOX NEWS)
π US study on puberty blockers goes unpublished because of politics, doctor says (NY TIMES)
π¬ SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT
π 2024 World Series on pace to be highest-selling in history (AXIOS)
π Roman Polanski lawsuit, alleging director raped minor in 1973, settles (HOLLYWOOD REPORTER)
π Justin Bieber feels business managers squandered a fortune, considering legal action (TMZ)
π Idris Elba to move to Africa βto bolster the film industryβ (GUARDIAN)
Wednesday, October 23
π¨NATION
π Rudy Giuliani must give control of luxury items and Manhattan apartment to Georgia election workers he defamed, judge rules (CNN)
π Obama, Eminem appear at Detroit rally. Obama does the rapping Tuesday night (MO NEWS)
π Harris campaign plans red-state detour in Texas, Kentucky and Florida (AXIOS)
π Most Americans back cellphone bans during class, but fewer support all-day restrictions (PEW)
π Russia behind Walz deepfake video, US intelligence community officials say (FOX NEWS)
π AROUND THE WORLD
π Putin hosts 36 world leaders at Brics summit in Russia (GUARDIAN)
π Iran guardsman charged by US prosecutors in alleged plot to kill New York-based Iranian journalist (ABC NEWS)
π IDF says it has confirmed killing of presumed Nasrallah successor in Oct. 4 Beirut strike (REUTERS)
π Ukraine's population has shrunk by 10 million since Russia first invaded, according to UN estimate (CBS NEWS)
π±BUSINESS, SCIENCE & TECH
π E. coli outbreak linked to McDonaldβs Quarter Pounders in multiple states (NBC NEWS)
π Walmart launches nationwide same-day prescription delivery (FOX BUSINESS)
π Air taxis and other electric-powered aircraft cleared for takeoff with final FAA rules (VERGE)
π A New Zealand airport wants you to hug goodbye faster (ABC NEWS)
π¬ SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT
π Bruce Springsteen to hold battleground concerts with Kamala Harris, Barack Obama (USA TODAY)
π βBlindsidedβ Brianna LaPaglia reacts to Zach Bryanβs breakup announcement (E!)
π What is 'pink cocaine'? Explaining the drug cocktail linked to Liam Payne's death (NBC NEWS)
π βBeefβ season 2 casts Oscar Isaac, Carey Mulligan, Charles Melton, Cailee Spaeny (DEADLINE)
Tuesday, October 22
π¨NATION
π Jury selection begins for trial of man charged in NYC subway chokehold death (NBC)
π White House says health insurance needs to fully cover condoms, other over-the-counter birth control (AP)
π βCentral Park Fiveβ members sue Trump for defamation after his debate comments on 1989 case (CNN)
π "Stunning security failures" led to Trump rally shooting: bipartisan report (AXIOS)
π AROUND THE WORLD
π Lloyd Austin visits Ukraine as Zelenskyy warns of 'clear' North Korea threat (ABC NEWS)
π Lebanon assesses the damage after Israel strikes Hezbollah-linked banks (NPR)
π King Charles III heckled on Australia visit by lawmaker accusing him of complicity in Indigenous genocide (CBS NEWS)
π Moldova backs joining EU by razor-thin margin as president condemns βassaultβ on democracy (CNN)
π±BUSINESS, SCIENCE & TECH
π Trump has promised to protect Social Security. His proposals could lead to benefit cuts in 6 years (CNN)
π Hugh Hefnerβs son wants to buy Playboy for $100 million (NY POST)
π Women may wait 30 minutes longer than men for pain relief, study finds (WASHINGTON POST)
π Chick-fil-A is releasing its own entertainment app, with family-friendly shows and podcasts (CNBC)
π¬ SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT
π Liam Payne had multiple drugs in body at time of death, sources report (ABC NEWS)
π Sean βDiddyβ Combs named in 7 new lawsuits; other celebrities allegedly involved (CNN)
π Olivia Nuzzi exits New York Magazine after internal review over RFK Jr. affair (THE WRAP)
π Taylor Swift sends Barstoolβs Dave Portnoy handwritten letter thanking him for support after Harris endorsement (PEOPLE)
Monday, October 21
π¨NATION
π Trump's restless week on the trail ends with a rally riff about Arnold Palmer's manhood (NPR)
π Trump hands out french fries in Pennsylvania, Harris visits Georgia churches on her 60th birthday in swing state appeals (REUTERS)
π At least 7 dead after ferry dock collapses on Georgiaβs Sapelo Island (AP)
π Navy confirms death of crew after jet crashes near Mount Rainier in Washington (FOX NEWS)
π AROUND THE WORLD
π Millions of Cubans still without power as crisis deepens (REUTERS)
π Moldova faces a tug of war between Russia and the West in two crucial votes (CNN)
π Video published by Ukraine allegedly shows North Korean soldiers in Russia (AP)
π Germany arrests Libyan suspected of planning terror attack on Israeli embassy (POLITICO)
πHow bomb hoaxes are ruining Indian air travel (BBC)
π±BUSINESS, SCIENCE & TECH
π Boeing machinists to vote on new proposal with 35% raises that could end strike (CNBC)
π Black patients less likely to receive certain pain relief post-surgery, new research suggests (CNN)
π Hundreds of frozen waffle products recalled due to possible listeria contamination (AP)
π Ozempic shows promise for alcohol and drug addiction, study finds (NPR)
π¬ SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT
π NY Liberty win first WNBA championship (NY TIMES)
π Alec Baldwin returns to 'Saturday Night Live' to spoof Bret Baier interview with Kamala Harris (AP)
π Gen Z is not into βHappy Hourβ (PEOPLE)
π Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inducts Cher, Foreigner, Mary J. Blige, Ozzy and more (NPR)
π Hundreds of One Direction fans gather in London to sing, cry and say goodbye to Liam Payne (VARIETY)
Friday, October 18
π¨NATION
π Trump roasts Harris at Al Smith dinner, while VP sends in pretaped message (THE HILL)
π Independent panel investigating Trump rally shooting warns of "deep flaws" in Secret Service, calls for "fundamental reform" (CBS NEWS)
π Biden cancels $4.5 bln in public workers' student loans (REUTERS)
π Young Americans swipe left on Trump voters (AXIOS)
π Texas AG sues doctor who allegedly provided transgender care to 21 minors (NBC NEWS)
π AROUND THE WORLD
π Russia-Ukraine would turn into "world war" with North Korean troops, Zelensky warns (AXIOS)
π King Charlesβs Australia visit leading to a conversation down under about ending ties to monarchy (AP)
π US long-range B-2 stealth bombers target underground bunkers of Yemenβs Houthi rebels (AP)
π Bangladesh court issues arrest warrant for ex-PM Sheikh Hasina on charges of crimes against humanity (ABC NEWS)
π Indian muslims segregate for security (REUTERS)
π±BUSINESS, SCIENCE & TECH
π LA Archdiocese agrees to record $880M settlement over sex abuse claims (AXIOS)
π Meta is laying off employees at WhatsApp, Instagram, and more (VERGE)
π The system that moves water around the Earth is off balance for the first time in human history (CNN)
π The sun has reached a maximum period of activity. Expect more aurora, NASA says. (WASHINGTON POST)
π¬ SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT
π Steve Carell discusses most popular βOfficeβ joke he is tired of hearing (FANDOM WIRE)
π One Direction is processing 'the loss of our brother' after Liam Payne's death: weβre completely devastated' (PEOPLE)
π βDirty Dancingβ Broadway musical in the works for 2025 (VARIETY)
π βLive PDβ Staged Arrest Leads to $2.5 Million Payout for Civil Rights Violations (VARIETY)
π Netflix takes a shot at competitorsβ bundling plans as subscribers soar (THE WRAP)
Thursday, October 17
π¨NATION
π Elon Musk has given $75 million, so far, to put Donald Trump back in the White House (NPR)
π 100 year old former President Jimmy Carter votes in Georgia, fulfilling wish to live long enough to cast ballot for Kamala Harris (CBS NEWS)
π Nebraska Supreme Court rules convicted felons who completed their sentences can vote (NBC NEWS)
π Georgia judge blocks election rule requiring hand counting of ballots (REUTERS)
π AROUND THE WORLD
π This is how a Russian disinformation campaign starts (NBC NEWS)
π China won't renounce use of force over Taiwan; Xi visits frontline island (REUTERS)
π Israel vows to improve Gaza conditions after US threat to withhold weapons (AXIOS)
π Italy bans couples from traveling abroad for surrogacy (BBC)
π±BUSINESS, SCIENCE & TECH
π FTC takes on subscription traps with 'click to cancel' rule (REUTERS)
π SpaceX sues California regulator, claiming its launches were blocked because of Elon Muskβs politics (GUARDIAN)
π New cervical cancer treatment cuts risk of death from disease, according to trial results (CNN)
π Amazon goes nuclear, to invest more than $500 million to develop small modular reactors (NBC NEWS)
π¬ SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT
π Garth Brooks says he revealed rape accuserβs name because she refused to give him a pseudonym in lawsuit (THE WRAP)
π Nick Jonas runs off stage after being targeted by laser pointer during Jonas Brothers concert (VARIETY)
π Someone edited the βWickedβ movie poster to look more like the musicalβs version. Cynthia Erivo called it βdeeply hurtfulβ (CNN)
π Clark first rookie to make All-WNBA 1st team since 2008, joined by unanimous choices Wilson, Collier (AP)
Wednesday, October 16
π¨NATION
π Trump defends high tariffs in testy exchange before Economic Club of Chicago (USA TODAY)
π 92 people still missing in North Carolina after Hurricane Helene, governor says (NBC NEWS)
π House Ethics Committee subpoenas documents from lawsuit brought by Rep. Matt Gaetz's friend (ABC NEWS)
π North Carolina governor candidate Mark Robinson sues CNN over report about posts on porn site (AP)
π AROUND THE WORLD
π US demands Israel improve humanitarian conditions in Gaza or risk military aid (AXIOS)
π Spanish police seize Russia-bound chemicals, including possible weapons material (NBC NEWS)
π Prague to ban organized night-time pub crawls as it tries to cut down on bachelor/stag parties (BBC)
π Britain to study use of Lilly's weight loss drug to get people back to work (REUTERS)
π±BUSINESS, SCIENCE & TECH
π 25% of adults think they have undiagnosed ADHD, survey shows (CBS NEWS)
π US fines Lufthansa $4 million for treatment of Orthodox Jewish passengers on a 2022 flight (ABC NEWS)
π A La NiΓ±a winter is coming. Hereβs what that could mean for the US (CNN)
π Walgreens to close 1,200 stores as US pharmacies struggle to define a new role (AP)
π¬ SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT
π All the songs Trump played while he stood quietly for 30 minutes at rally (THE WRAP)
π Jake E Lee, former guitarist for Ozzy Osbourne, shot multiple times in Las Vegas (FOX NEWS)
π Taylor Swift announces new Eras Tour book and The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology on CD, vinyl (VARIETY)
π The Super Bowl will return to Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium in 2028 (ABC NEWS)
Tuesday, October 15
π¨NATION
π Federal officials say Trump was not in danger after man arrested with illegal weapons near campaign rally in California (CNN)
π Trump ends campaign rally early and jams to music playlist with the crowd for 45 minutes (MO NEWS)
π Harris to sit down with chief political anchor Bret Baier Wednesday for first formal Fox News interview (FOX NEWS)
π Trump campaign tries to push immigration issue over Bill Clintonβs comments on Laken Riley (CNN)
π US to send 100 troops to operate anti-missile system in Israel (NBC NEWS)
π AROUND THE WORLD
π China deploys record 125 warplanes in large scale military drill in warning to Taiwan (AP)
π India and Canada expel top diplomats over murder accusations (BBC)
π North Korea to blow up cross-border roads with South amid drone dispute, Seoul says (REUTERS)
π Hezbollah drone attack on army base kills 4 Israeli soldiers and injures dozens (CNN)
π±BUSINESS, SCIENCE & TECH
π Dow, S&P 500 score record closes to kick off first full week of third-quarter earnings season (MARKETWATCH)
π NASA spacecraft is on its way to Jupiter's Europa moon (NPR)
π SpaceX pulls off unprecedented feat, grabs descending rocket with mechanical arms (CBS NEWS)
π Acting US labor secretary to meet with both sides of Boeing strike after company announces job cuts (REUTERS)
π¬ SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT
π "Game of Thrones" famed Iron Throne sells for $1.49 million at auction (CBS NEWS)
π Lip reader reveals what Nicole Kidman and Salma Hayek said to each other during icy fashion show interaction (PAGE SIX)
π Sean 'Diddy' Combs accused of sexually assaulting minor, multiple rapes in new civil suits (USA TODAY)
π Jelly Roll says he wants to βhave a conversationβ with the people he robbed 24 years ago (YAHOO)
Friday, October 11
π¨NATION
π Milton spares Daytona Beach factory that's a critical supplier of IV fluids (ABC NEWS)
π Afghan accused of plotting terror attack worked as CIA guard, officials say (NBC NEWS)
π Florida resident "Lieutenant Dan" recounts riding out Hurricane Milton on his sailboat: "I'm not scared of anything" (CBS NEWS)
π Republicans appear poised to take control of Senate, new poll shows (NY TIMES)
π AROUND THE WORLD
π Ukrainian reporter Victoria Roshchyna dies in Russian detention, official says (CBS NEWS)
π At least 22 people killed in Israeli airstrikes in central Beirut. A strike on Gaza school kills 27 (AP)
π Kate Middleton makes surprise public appearance alongside Prince William in first public engagement post-chemo (PEOPLE)
π The world's sixth 'Blue Zone': Why Singapore values both quantity and quality of life (BBC)
π±BUSINESS, SCIENCE & TECH
π TD Bank to pay $3 billion after breaking US money laundering rules (CBS NEWS)
π Tesla is ready to roll out its Robotaxis (WIRED)
π Common heart conditions raise the risk of dementia, experts say (CNN)
πGroceries are more affordable now than in 2019. So why are people still so mad about prices? (MARKET WATCH)
π¬ SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT
π ABC airs anti-abortion ad with disturbing images during The View broadcast comparing show cohosts to Nazis (EW)
π The sex trafficking trial against music mogul Sean "Diddy" Combs is set to begin May 5, a judge announced Thursday (ABC NEWS)
π South Korean author Han Kang wins the 2024 Nobel prize in literature (GUARDIAN)
π Anne Hathaway apologizes to journalist known for string of viral awkward interviews (SALON)
Thursday, October 10
π¨NATION
π Republicans in Congress call out hurricane misinformation coming from within their own party (CNN)
π True crime drama at Supreme Court pits Oklahoma against its top criminal court (NPR)
π Harris campaign, groups raise $1 billion since she became the presidential candidate, source says (REUTERS)
π About 3% of US high schoolers identify as transgender, national survey finds (NBC NEWS)
π AROUND THE WORLD
π LoHaiti's gangs luring more children into crime and sexual abuse, Human Rights Watch says, as 115 people killed in attack (CBS NEWS)
π Israel strikes Damascus, Syria, targeting Hezbollah weapons smuggler (WSJ)
π Russia declares local emergency in region where Ukraine says it hit weapons arsenal (REUTERS)
π Emmanuel Macron gives rare sit-down interview about Franceβs cultural boom, the dangers of AI, Taylor Swiftβs power and losing βEmily in Parisβ to Rome (VARIETY)
π±BUSINESS, SCIENCE & TECH
π Amazon same-day prescription delivery expanding to nearly half of U.S. in 2025 (CNBC)
π How the DOJ wants to break up Googleβs search monopoly (VERGE)
π Hurricane Milton could cost insurers up to $100 billion, analysts say (REUTERS)
π Honda recalls 1.7M vehicles for defective steering gearbox component (FOX BUSINESS)
π¬ SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT
π A$AP Rocky, Pharrell, Lewis Hamilton and Colman Domingo will co-chair a historic Met Gala (CNN)
π Garth Brooks sexual assault accuserβs lawyers condemn singer for naming rape victim (HOLLYWOOD REPORTER)
π Frances Tiafoe apologizes after cursing out umpire in lengthy rant following loss: βnot acceptable behaviorβ (PEOPLE)
π North Carolinians Eric Church, Luke Combs on hurricane relief concert: 'Going to be emotional' (USA TODAY)
Wednesday, October 9
π¨NATION
π Harris proposes Medicare cover home care costs to help the 'sandwich generation' (NPR)
π Ron DeSantis-Kamala Harris war of words over hurricane (THE HILL)
π In final rule, EPA requires removal of all US lead pipes in a decade (REUTERS)
π Embattled NYC deputy mayor resigns amid growing federal investigation (ABC NEWS) Amid turmoil, NYC Mayor Eric Adams expected to hire internally for top post (POLITICO)
π Biden postpones trip to Germany and Angola ahead of Hurricane Milton hitting Florida (NBC NEWS)
π AROUND THE WORLD
π Israel has now killed two of slain Hezbollah leaderβs successors (REUTERS)
π Interpol seeking public's help to identify women in 46 cold cases (CBS NEWS)
π Russia on mission to cause mayhem on UK streets, warns MI5 (BBC)
π Muskβs X to be reinstated in Brazil after complying with Supreme Court demands (AP)
π±BUSINESS, SCIENCE & TECH
π You can now see climate risk data when shopping for a home on Zillow (CNN)
π Nobel physics prize 2024 won by AI pioneers John Hopfield and Geoffrey Hinton (REUTERS)
π PepsiCo trims revenue outlook as North American snacking, key international markets lag (CNBC)
π Fight within CBS News over controversial interview with Ta-Nehisi Coates over Israel (NY TIMES)
π¬ SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT
π Lisa Marie Presley kept son Benjaminβs body in her home for two months after his death (PAGE SIX)
π Trump secretly stayed in touch with Putin after leaving office, new Bob Woodward book says (NY TIMES)
π New York Jets fire coach Robert Saleh after 2-3 start and apparent tension with Aaron Rodgers (NBC NEWS)
π Sally Field recalls her βhideousβ illegal abortion at 17 as she urges voters to back Kamala Harris (GUARDIAN)
Tuesday, October 8
π¨NATION
π Supreme Court declines to intervene in Texas emergency abortion case(NBC NEWS)
π Chicago mayor names new school board after entire panel resigns amid a fight over district control (AP)
π US judge orders Google to open up app store to competition (REUTERS)
π Georgia Supreme Court reinstates abortion ban amid legal battle (AXIOS)
π AROUND THE WORLD
π Russia sentences 72 year old American to 7 years in prison for fighting for Ukraine (CBS NEWS)
π Hezbollah missiles hit Israel's Haifa in escalating conflict (REUTERS)
π Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout, who was traded for Brittney Griner, is attempting to sell weapons to Iran-backed Houthis (FOX NEWS)
π Vigils, protests around the world commemorate the anniversary of Hamas attack on Israel (AP)
π±BUSINESS, SCIENCE & TECH
π Nobel Prize in medicine honors 2 scientists for their discovery of microRNA (ABC NEWS)
π FTX bankruptcy judge approves more than $14 billion payback plan two years after exchange collapsed (CNBC)
π Spacecraft launches towards asteroid knocked off course by NASA (BBC)
π Elon Musk uses @america X handle to boost Trump (AXIOS)
π¬ SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT
π Mega Millions tickets will climb to $5 a pop, but officials promise bigger prizes and better odds (ABC NEWS)
π Olivia Rodrigo donates all sales from historic Manila show to group that helps women and girls (NBC NEWS)
π Cissy Houston, renowned gospel singer and Whitney Houstonβs mother, dies at 91 (AP)
π Al Pacino reveals he nearly died of Covid-19 β and gives his thoughts on the afterlife (CNN)