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News helicopter crashes in Los Angeles, killing three
An NBC Los Angeles news helicopter crashed in Chatsworth while crews were covering a deadly bus collision nearby. At least three people were killed, and others were injured. The bus crash had left at least two people dead and six injured, according to the Los Angeles Fire Department.
House votes to halt Trump’s Iran war powers
The House approved a resolution directing President Donald Trump to halt military action against Iran or obtain congressional authorization. It was the third such House vote, with seven Republicans joining Democrats in support.
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National News
Study finds widespread physical and sexual violence among U.S. adults
A national study led by researchers at Tulane University’s Newcomb Institute and the University of California, San Diego, found that more than half of U.S. adults have experienced physical violence and nearly half have experienced sexual violence. Researchers also examined links with intimate-partner violence, behavioral health, economic hardship, neighborhood safety and substance use.
Pennsylvania reports fourth measles-associated death
Pennsylvania officials reported a fourth measles-associated death amid a surge in cases. The United States has experienced its highest number of deaths from the virus since the 1990s, according to the report.
U.S. charges five people over alleged Russian-backed murder plots
Federal prosecutors charged five people accused of working with Russian intelligence services to surveil targets and plan attacks and murders in the United States and other countries supporting Ukraine. The five defendants remain at large, according to the indictment.
Politics
Trump attacks Supreme Court after mail-ballot restrictions are blocked
President Trump criticized the Supreme Court after the justices blocked his plan to restrict ballot delivery to voters on lists of citizens. The ruling has become part of a broader dispute over the role of the Postal Service in elections.
Trump administration plans $2.8 billion bomb sale to Israel
The Trump administration is planning an arms deal with Israel that would include 40,000 2,000-pound bombs, according to U.S. officials and a person familiar with the proposal. The package is not yet final.
Business & Finance
Markets await Federal Reserve decision as oil prices ease
Oil prices declined ahead of the Federal Reserve’s interest-rate decision but remained near multimonth highs as Middle East disruptions kept supply risks elevated. Treasury yields strengthened slightly, while markets largely expected a quarter-point rate increase.
Global economy grows more wary of the United States
The New York Times reports that the U.S. position as a source of global economic stability is facing greater concern as the Trump administration accumulates debt and expands its use of sanctions.
Employers may reduce coverage of GLP-1 weight-loss drugs
Some employers are dropping coverage of GLP-1 weight-loss medications because of their cost. For patients who rely on the drugs, the difference between plans that cover them and those that do not can amount to hundreds of dollars a month.
World News
Gaza building collapse kills at least 20, with dozens missing
A war-damaged building collapsed in Gaza City, killing at least 20 people according to the latest BBC headline and leaving dozens missing beneath the rubble. Ten families were reportedly living in the building.
EU opens the door for Canada to become an associate member
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said she wants Canada to become the European Union’s first associate member. The proposal comes as Canada seeks closer economic and security ties with Europe amid strained relations with the United States.
Saudi Arabia says it intercepted a Houthi drone near Mecca
Saudi Arabia said its air defenses destroyed a Houthi drone south of Mecca before it entered prohibited airspace over the holy city. The Houthis denied targeting Mecca, while Saudi officials called the security of the holy sites a “red line.”
Arts & Culture
Matthew Rhys makes Emmy history with two lead-acting wins
Welsh actor Matthew Rhys described the experience as “surreal” after becoming the first person to win two lead acting prizes in one night at the Emmy Awards. He attributed the achievement to “luck and timing.”
Stephen Colbert returns to late-night television
Stephen Colbert appeared on “Jimmy Kimmel Live” for his first late-night interview since his own show ended. During the appearance, he joked, “People still do these shows?”
132-year-overdue magazine returned to New Hampshire library
A magazine was returned to Concord Public Library after being overdue for 132 years. The library said the borrower would have faced a $12,055 fine if a temporary fine freeze had not been in place.
Tech & Society
AI regulation faces a political stalemate in Washington
Calls for Congress to pass new AI-safety legislation are growing, but President Trump opposes regulation and Congress remains divided. The BBC reports that new legislation is unlikely to pass soon despite mounting pressure.
OpenAI considers funding round at a valuation of up to $1.5 trillion
OpenAI is considering new financing that could double the company’s value and make it the world’s most valuable private company. The New York Times said the funding round could value the company at $1.5 trillion.
EU outlines social-media age limits for children
A proposed European Union law would bar children under 13 from using social media across the 27-nation bloc. The proposal also addresses age limits and screen use on major platforms.
Sports
Formula 1 will expand to 10 sprint races in 2027
Formula 1 will increase the number of sprint races from six to 10 in the 2027 World Championship. The 24-race calendar will include Monaco as a sprint host, while Portugal and Turkey will return to the schedule.
Messi set for Argentina farewell against Benin
Lionel Messi is scheduled to make his 208th and final appearance for Argentina in an Oct. 6 friendly against Benin. Argentina’s soccer chief described it as the farewell Messi deserves.
Tiger Woods returns to the range after car crash
Tiger Woods returned to the driving range for the first time since a car crash six months ago. He said he “can hit pretty much anything.”
| WED | 💧 | THU | FRI | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | ☁️ 59/79 | 4% | ☁️ 66/84 | ☁️ 73/83 |
| Los Angeles | ☁️ 67/82 | 4% | ☁️ 64/80 | 🌤️ 66/82 |
| San Francisco | 🌫️ 57/67 | 2% | ☁️ 57/69 | 🌤️ 60/73 |
| Chicago | 🌧️ 66/80 | 47% | 🌧️ 64/71 | 🌦️ 65/73 |
| Houston | 🌦️ 78/93 | 25% | ☁️ 78/93 | ☁️ 80/94 |
| Dallas | 🌤️ 81/102 | 1% | ☁️ 81/99 | ☁️ 84/100 |
| Phoenix | 🌦️ 82/100 | 24% | 🌧️ 72/85 | ☁️ 80/99 |
| Philadelphia | 🌤️ 59/82 | 2% | ☁️ 66/87 | ☁️ 72/85 |
| San Antonio | ⛅ 78/102 | 1% | 🌦️ 76/99 | 🌦️ 77/95 |
| San Diego | 🌦️ 68/75 | 2% | ☁️ 66/74 | ☁️ 67/76 |
| San Jose | ☀️ 55/78 | 0% | ☁️ 54/73 | ☀️ 59/83 |
| Austin | ☁️ 78/103 | 1% | ☁️ 78/98 | ☁️ 79/97 |
| Jacksonville | ☁️ 76/87 | 22% | 🌦️ 72/88 | ☁️ 78/92 |
| Fort Worth | 🌤️ 81/102 | 1% | 🌦️ 81/99 | ☁️ 81/100 |
| Columbus | ☁️ 71/91 | 8% | 🌦️ 73/90 | 🌦️ 70/83 |
| Charlotte | ☁️ 64/85 | 0% | ☀️ 63/93 | 🌦️ 74/92 |
| Indianapolis | 🌦️ 74/93 | 14% | 🌧️ 73/91 | 🌦️ 70/83 |
| Seattle | ⛅ 53/70 | 2% | ☁️ 54/73 | ☁️ 54/75 |
| Denver | ☁️ 54/87 | 11% | 🌧️ 60/87 | 🌦️ 66/84 |
| Boston | ☁️ 51/79 | 1% | ☁️ 62/77 | 🌧️ 66/77 |
| Nashville | ⛅ 75/98 | 6% | ☁️ 77/97 | 🌦️ 76/99 |
| Detroit | 🌦️ 67/79 | 52% | 🌧️ 64/73 | ☁️ 61/75 |
| Portland | ☁️ 55/75 | 7% | 🌤️ 59/80 | ⛅ 58/81 |
| Las Vegas | 🌤️ 77/99 | 1% | ⛅ 74/98 | ☀️ 81/96 |
| Miami | 🌦️ 78/87 | 37% | 🌧️ 74/82 | 🌦️ 78/88 |
| Atlanta | ☁️ 73/90 | 5% | ☁️ 70/93 | 🌦️ 74/96 |
| Minneapolis | ☁️ 47/74 | 1% | 🌧️ 58/74 | 🌦️ 55/70 |
| Kansas City | 🌧️ 70/91 | 85% | ☁️ 74/91 | 🌦️ 75/95 |
| New Orleans | ☁️ 78/91 | 19% | ☁️ 76/91 | ☀️ 78/94 |
| Honolulu | 🌦️ 76/86 | 47% | 🌦️ 75/85 | 🌦️ 73/84 |
| Anchorage | 🌦️ 53/58 | 100% | ☁️ 45/60 | 🌦️ 48/57 |