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Oil rises above $90 as Strait of Hormuz tensions deepen
Brent crude rose above $90 a barrel after prospects for a near-term agreement to reopen the Strait of Hormuz faded. A vessel was struck by an unknown projectile in the strait, injuring a crew member, according to maritime authorities. The developments have also contributed to higher bond yields and renewed inflation concerns.
The Wall Street Journal - Al Jazeera
Russia-Ukraine strikes escalate as Kyiv vows to respond
Ukrainian officials said Russian strikes killed 10 people in Kharkiv, while Russia reported that Ukraine launched more than 600 drones toward Moscow and surrounding areas. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine would respond and urged international partners to increase pressure on Russia.
States seek $200 billion from Meta in child-safety trial
California, Colorado, Kentucky and New Jersey are taking Meta to trial in what the New York Times describes as the first bellwether federal case over alleged harm to children from social media. The states are seeking major changes to Instagram and Facebook and up to $200 billion in damages.
National News
Judge blocks Trump administration plan involving FBI headquarters
A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration cannot scrap the planned move of the FBI headquarters to Maryland. The ruling is unlikely to end the long-running dispute over the bureau’s future headquarters.
Federal data shows more parents seeking vaccine exemptions
New data shows that more U.S. parents are opting children out of state vaccine requirements for schoolchildren. The report came a week after President Trump signed an executive order calling for a reduction in childhood vaccinations.
Border construction paused in Big Bend National Park
The Trump administration temporarily halted work on an access road, detection technology and vehicle barriers in Texas’ Big Bend National Park after criticism of the project.
Politics
Florida Democrats favor moderate candidates in key primary contests
Florida’s primary elections feature contests for the Senate and governor’s races. In a state that has become reliably Republican, moderate Democrats Alex Vindman and David Jolly are heavily favored to become the party’s nominees, according to the article.
Trump casts another mail-in ballot in Florida
President Trump voted by mail in Florida’s Republican primary, according to Palm Beach County voting records cited by Politico. The White House confirmed the vote. Trump has criticized mail-in voting and signed an executive order restricting its use ahead of the midterm elections.
The New York Times - The Guardian
White House attacks CNN reporter after question to Trump
The White House targeted CNN correspondent Kristen Holmes in a social media post after she asked Trump about comments by Democratic Sen. Jon Ossoff. The post mentioned Holmes’ children and accused her of asking a “disgusting and inhumane question.”
The Washington Post - The Guardian
Business & Finance
Global bond sell-off intensifies as oil prices remain elevated
Government bond yields rose to multiyear highs as higher oil prices and concerns about prolonged inflation weighed on markets. The U.S. 30-year Treasury yield reached its highest level since 2007, while U.S. stock futures and European technology shares declined.
The Wall Street Journal - Reuters
BHP profit climbs as copper prices hit records
BHP reported a 9% increase in annual net profit as copper prices reached record highs. The mining company said it would pay its highest dividend in four years.
Reuters - The Wall Street Journal
Diesel buyers compete for shrinking supplies
Diesel buyers are competing for a reduced supply amid disruptions in Russia and the Middle East. The United States is at the center of the scramble, which could intensify during the winter.
The Wall Street Journal - Reuters
World News
Trump says he will reduce joint military drills with South Korea
Trump said the United States would “substantially reduce” joint military exercises with South Korea, citing his relationship with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un. South Korean President Lee Jae Myung renewed his call for Seoul to regain independent military control.
China limits public mourning at former Premier Zhu Rongji’s funeral
China held a funeral for former Premier Zhu Rongji while authorities restricted public mourning. Officials have highlighted his legacy, but are wary that nostalgia for his era could lead to criticism of President Xi Jinping’s rule.
Zambia’s president wins a second term
President Hakainde Hichilema won a second term with about 60% of the vote, according to official results. He said he was humbled by the victory and promised to work for all Zambians.
Arts & Culture
Hayden Panettiere remembered after her death at 36
Tributes have been paid to actress Hayden Panettiere, who died at 36. She was known for her roles in Heroes and Nashville. A coroner found no signs of trauma, according to the BBC.
Tupac murder trial hears testimony about night of shooting
A witness testified that “all hell broke loose” after Tupac Shakur was shot multiple times. An officer said Shakur refused to cooperate with police and told him, “We’ll take care of it.”
Rosie O’Donnell takes over hosting duties on “Jimmy Kimmel Live”
Rosie O’Donnell said President Trump is likely watching her as she hosts “Jimmy Kimmel Live.” She joked that viewers should “buckle up” if they thought Trump disliked the program when Jimmy Kimmel hosted it.
Tech & Society
Silicon Valley parents limit their children’s technology use
A New York Times report examines how technology executives and other Silicon Valley parents impose moderation and restraint on their children’s use of devices and social media. Some families emphasize boredom and attend schools with limited technology use.
AI trial aims to reduce climate-warming airplane contrails
A new U.K. trial will use artificial intelligence to help planes avoid condensation trails, which can trap heat in the atmosphere. The project aims to reduce the formation of the trails, sometimes called “sky graffiti.”
AI voice-to-text startup Wispr Flow valued at $2 billion
Wispr Flow has been valued at $2 billion amid investor demand for artificial-intelligence voice-to-text startups, according to Reuters.
Sports
Ohtani hits two home runs as Dodgers beat Rockies
Shohei Ohtani hit his 28th and 29th home runs of the season as the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated Colorado 11-5. Blake Snell allowed two hits over six innings.
Serena and Venus Williams lose in doubles return
Serena and Venus Williams lost to Marta Kostyuk and Peyton Stearns, 6-2, 1-6, 10-8, at the Cincinnati Open. It was the sisters’ first doubles match together in four years and their second in the past decade.
Jeanie Buss challenges proposed sale of Lakers stake
Jeanie Buss is contesting her siblings’ plan to sell the family’s remaining 17.8% stake in the Los Angeles Lakers to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner. Her lawyer has sought to halt the sale on legal grounds, according to reports.
| TUE | 💧 | WED | THU | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | ☁️ 71/85 | 22% | 🌧️ 70/89 | ☁️ 78/88 |
| Los Angeles | ☁️ 65/93 | 0% | ☁️ 64/95 | ☁️ 77/95 |
| San Francisco | 🌫️ 55/70 | 1% | 🌫️ 55/73 | ☁️ 58/71 |
| Chicago | 🌦️ 62/80 | 18% | ☁️ 63/76 | ☁️ 66/78 |
| Houston | ☁️ 76/96 | 4% | ☁️ 76/103 | ☁️ 80/104 |
| Dallas | ☀️ 81/106 | 1% | ☁️ 81/108 | ☁️ 86/108 |
| Phoenix | ☀️ 88/112 | 1% | ☁️ 85/111 | ☁️ 94/110 |
| Philadelphia | 🌦️ 73/86 | 61% | ⛅ 68/92 | 🌦️ 75/92 |
| San Antonio | ⛅ 78/100 | 1% | ☁️ 76/103 | ☁️ 77/104 |
| San Diego | ☁️ 66/85 | 0% | ☁️ 66/83 | ☁️ 73/81 |
| San Jose | 🌫️ 56/77 | 0% | 🌫️ 55/93 | ☁️ 66/94 |
| Austin | ☁️ 78/103 | 0% | ☁️ 78/102 | ☁️ 78/106 |
| Jacksonville | ☁️ 80/98 | 23% | ☁️ 77/104 | ☁️ 81/104 |
| Fort Worth | ☀️ 82/106 | 1% | ☁️ 80/109 | ☁️ 84/109 |
| Columbus | ☁️ 68/78 | 29% | 🌦️ 66/77 | 🌦️ 66/82 |
| Charlotte | ☁️ 71/94 | 35% | ☁️ 71/101 | ☁️ 78/103 |
| Indianapolis | ☁️ 61/81 | 1% | 🌦️ 68/82 | ☁️ 64/78 |
| Seattle | ☁️ 57/77 | 1% | ☁️ 57/81 | ☁️ 56/83 |
| Denver | ☁️ 62/94 | 3% | 🌦️ 60/94 | 🌦️ 73/95 |
| Boston | 🌫️ 68/78 | 2% | 🌫️ 67/84 | 🌦️ 68/81 |
| Nashville | ☁️ 71/92 | 2% | ☁️ 69/94 | 🌦️ 73/93 |
| Detroit | ☁️ 59/86 | 1% | 🌦️ 66/85 | ⛈️ 64/83 |
| Portland | ☁️ 60/80 | 0% | ☁️ 55/83 | ☁️ 61/89 |
| Las Vegas | ☁️ 83/109 | 1% | ☁️ 78/110 | ☁️ 96/108 |
| Miami | 🌤️ 78/98 | 3% | ☁️ 78/93 | ⛈️ 86/91 |
| Atlanta | 🌦️ 73/95 | 62% | ☁️ 70/99 | ☁️ 80/103 |
| Minneapolis | 🌦️ 65/83 | 26% | ☁️ 59/86 | ☁️ 63/88 |
| Kansas City | ☁️ 66/95 | 7% | 🌧️ 70/96 | 🌦️ 69/88 |
| New Orleans | ☁️ 77/98 | 15% | ☁️ 78/98 | ☁️ 79/99 |
| Honolulu | 🌦️ 74/84 | 10% | ☁️ 73/84 | ☁️ 74/84 |
| Anchorage | 🌦️ 56/65 | 99% | 🌦️ 54/66 | 🌦️ 55/66 |