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Pope Leo XIV Diagnosed With Lung Cancer After Surgery
Pope Leo XIV was diagnosed with a common form of lung cancer on Tuesday, about a year and a half into his papacy. He underwent surgery to remove part of his right lung and still plans to travel to South America next month, according to the report.
Russian Strikes Hit Ukraine’s Power Infrastructure as Starlink Limits Disrupt Missions
Russian strikes hit critical energy infrastructure in Ukraine, leaving hundreds of thousands without power, while Kyiv said new limits on Starlink terminals disrupted frontline operations and caused several combat missions to fail. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Ukraine received no advance warning of the Russian ballistic missile attack.
Houthi Strike Hits Saudi Aramco Headquarters Building
A Houthi strike hit a building belonging to Saudi Aramco in Dhahran, following attacks on Riyadh’s international airport. The attack marks an expansion of the conflict between Saudi Arabia and the Iran-backed militants.
National News
Six Flags Roller-Coaster Fall Kills Atlanta Father and Educator
Hassan Jihad Ibn Kariem, 42, died after being ejected from his seat on a roller coaster at Six Flags Over Georgia, and several other people were injured. His family said he was a father to a 10-year-old daughter and had overcome two bouts of cancer.
Cornell Suspends Fraternity Parties for the Rest of the Academic Year
Cornell University has suspended parties at fraternity houses on campus for the remainder of the academic year amid controversy over the school’s handling of a former student’s allegations of gang rape. The university’s president has acknowledged missteps in the administration’s response.
Six Deaths Confirmed in Florida After Hurricane Isaias
Florida officials confirmed six deaths following Hurricane Isaias, which made landfall late Friday with strong winds, rain, flash floods and tornado threats. Hundreds of thousands of residents were left without power.
Politics
Federal Judge Extends White House Access for CNN, MS Now and Politico
A federal judge ordered the White House to continue allowing journalists from CNN, MS Now and Politico access to the building while their lawsuit challenging the administration’s ban proceeds. The ruling extends a temporary block on the restrictions but does not resolve all of the outlets’ access issues.
Trump Ousts Kimberly Guilfoyle as Ambassador to Greece
President Donald Trump removed Kimberly Guilfoyle from her post as U.S. ambassador to Greece after damaging reports about her tenure. Guilfoyle called allegations of improper conduct false and described the ambassadorship as the “honour of a lifetime.”
Trump Calls on Alaskans to Back “Real” Dan Sullivan in Senate Race
Trump urged Alaskans to vote for Republican Sen. Dan Sullivan, whose reelection contest against Democrat Mary Peltola is complicated by another candidate with a nearly identical name. The race is among the closely contested midterm battles.
Business & Finance
Bank of America to Pay $1.2 Billion Over Money-Laundering Controls
Bank of America was fined $1.2 billion by the U.S. government over failures to flag transactions linked to potential Chinese money-laundering networks, according to the Treasury Department.
ASML Raises Forecast Again as AI Demand Fuels Chip-Making Equipment Sales
ASML raised its annual guidance for the third time this year, citing surging demand for its semiconductor-manufacturing machines as companies build data centers for artificial intelligence. The company said AI demand will exceed chip-tool capacity through 2028.
Reuters - The Wall Street Journal
High Mortgage Rates May Not Be Enough to Push Home Prices Down
Mortgage rates above 7% may not weaken home values if homeowners remain reluctant to sell, according to a Wall Street Journal analysis. Limited willingness among sellers is helping support prices.
IEA Says Global Diesel Shortage Could Last Into 2027
The International Energy Agency warned that diesel supply pressures could persist well into 2027. Supply fell by 1.7 million barrels a day in the third quarter as the Iran war curtailed flows through the Strait of Hormuz.
Reuters - The Wall Street Journal
World News
Taliban Suspend BBC Broadcasts Across Afghanistan
Afghanistan’s Taliban government has suspended BBC broadcasts across the country, escalating a press crackdown that had previously focused on Afghan news organizations.
India Protests Grow Over Removal of Names From Voter Rolls
Demonstrations in India’s capital followed changes to electoral rolls that excluded voters, including Shahida Fakir, who said she submitted documents to establish her eligibility. The protests have become a challenge for Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government.
The Guardian - The New York Times
Ethiopia and Eritrea Edge Toward Renewed Conflict
Ethiopia and Eritrea, which fought alongside each other in the Tigray conflict, are now at risk of fighting one another, according to The New York Times. The previous conflict left hundreds of thousands of people dead.
China’s September Exports Surge 36.3%
China’s exports grew 36.3% from a year earlier in September, their fastest pace in almost any month since the global financial crisis, according to reports. The surge could heighten trade tensions with major partners.
Arts & Culture
Joni Mitchell Becomes a U.S. Citizen After Decades in the Country
The Canada-born singer-songwriter, 82, announced her U.S. citizenship in a social-media post featuring footage from her citizenship ceremony. Mitchell said the journey began 62 years ago; citizenship means she can now vote in U.S. elections.
The Guardian - The New York Times
Man Gets 40-Year Sentence for Tupac Shakur’s Murder
Duane “Keffe D” Davis was sentenced to 40 years in prison after being found guilty last month for his role in the 1996 drive-by killing of rapper Tupac Shakur.
HBO Plans a Limited Return of “Girls”
HBO says the cast of Lena Dunham’s “Girls” will reunite for a limited run, 10 years after the series finale. The new story will explore the characters reaching the milestone of turning 40.
Thieves Steal a 330-Pound Salvador Dalí Book Cover From French Museum
Three thieves broke into a private museum in central France and stole a 330-pound book cover created by the surrealist artist Salvador Dalí.
Tech & Society
OpenAI Employee Charged After Recording Device Found in Office
A Saudi national who worked as an engineer at OpenAI was arrested and charged after a concealed recording device was found in an office meeting room. Prosecutors said the device was used to intercept oral communications; OpenAI said the employee had planned to secretly record meetings in sensitive spaces.
The New York Times - The Washington Post
Researchers Explore How AI Agents Interact at a Dinner Party
At a gathering of 22 people, their AI agents also interacted, offering a glimpse into how digital entities communicate with one another as bots become more common.
AI Expert Warns of a Narrow Window to Rethink Human-Chatbot Relationships
Sherry Turkle, who has spent decades studying relationships between people and machines, said there is “a very small window” to correct the course of artificial intelligence. The discussion focused on questions of intimacy, loneliness and the growing role of chatbots.
Sports
Shohei Ohtani Slumps as Dodgers Near Playoff Elimination
Shohei Ohtani is struggling with an injury and a severe slump as the Los Angeles Dodgers approach playoff elimination. Dodgers manager Dave Roberts said Ohtani believes he feels well enough to remain in the lineup.
The Wall Street Journal - Los Angeles Times
Rays Even ALCS With 3-1 Win Over Guardians
Freddy Peralta pitched six scoreless innings as the Tampa Bay Rays defeated the Cleveland Guardians 3-1 to tie the American League Championship Series at one game apiece. The series moves to Cleveland for Game 3 on Thursday.
USWNT Rally for 2-2 Draw With World Cup Champions Spain
Second-half goals from Ashley Sanchez and Mallory Swanson lifted the U.S. women’s national team to a 2-2 draw after it fell behind 2-0 against Spain. Both scorers had recently returned to the team after long absences.
| WED | 💧 | THU | FRI | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York | ☁️ 64/80 | 16% | ☁️ 51/76 | 🌦️ 56/69 |
| Los Angeles | ☀️ 55/83 | 0% | ☀️ 59/93 | ☀️ 75/91 |
| San Francisco | ☀️ 51/74 | 1% | ☀️ 49/80 | ☀️ 63/83 |
| Chicago | 🌦️ 60/78 | 41% | 🌧️ 55/59 | 🌧️ 48/57 |
| Houston | ☁️ 78/90 | 14% | ☁️ 72/89 | 🌦️ 75/86 |
| Dallas | ☁️ 78/95 | 10% | ☁️ 71/89 | 🌦️ 64/88 |
| Phoenix | ☁️ 55/78 | 2% | ☀️ 54/87 | ☀️ 74/88 |
| Philadelphia | 🌦️ 64/79 | 17% | ☁️ 54/75 | 🌧️ 56/72 |
| San Antonio | ☁️ 78/94 | 4% | 🌦️ 74/90 | ☁️ 67/87 |
| San Diego | 🌫️ 58/80 | 0% | ☀️ 61/93 | ☀️ 74/90 |
| San Jose | ☀️ 49/78 | 0% | ☀️ 48/81 | ☀️ 65/88 |
| Austin | 🌦️ 79/94 | 16% | 🌧️ 69/90 | 🌦️ 67/89 |
| Jacksonville | ☁️ 66/81 | 0% | 🌫️ 67/82 | ⛅ 72/92 |
| Fort Worth | ☁️ 79/93 | 10% | ⛅ 71/91 | 🌦️ 62/88 |
| Columbus | ☁️ 68/86 | 34% | ☁️ 56/76 | 🌦️ 53/69 |
| Charlotte | 🌤️ 58/87 | 0% | ☁️ 61/88 | ☀️ 65/86 |
| Indianapolis | 🌦️ 70/86 | 36% | ☁️ 62/75 | 🌦️ 54/75 |
| Seattle | ☁️ 53/62 | 24% | ☁️ 49/67 | ☁️ 51/73 |
| Denver | 🌧️ 46/67 | 62% | 🌧️ 42/49 | ☁️ 39/63 |
| Boston | 🌦️ 57/72 | 35% | ☁️ 45/63 | 🌦️ 48/64 |
| Nashville | ⛅ 67/91 | 8% | ☁️ 73/93 | ☁️ 61/92 |
| Detroit | 🌦️ 61/85 | 43% | 🌦️ 52/63 | 🌧️ 54/60 |
| Portland | ☁️ 49/64 | 7% | ☀️ 56/72 | ☁️ 56/75 |
| Las Vegas | ☁️ 55/76 | 3% | ☀️ 55/78 | ☀️ 68/80 |
| Miami | ☁️ 75/87 | 9% | 🌧️ 76/85 | 🌦️ 77/87 |
| Atlanta | ☁️ 58/86 | 0% | ☀️ 62/87 | ☀️ 69/87 |
| Minneapolis | 🌦️ 49/56 | 14% | 🌦️ 46/55 | 🌦️ 42/51 |
| Kansas City | 🌧️ 63/91 | 89% | 🌧️ 61/70 | ☁️ 47/59 |
| New Orleans | 🌫️ 65/88 | 0% | 🌫️ 66/86 | ☁️ 71/87 |
| Honolulu | ☀️ 71/84 | 3% | 🌦️ 73/83 | 🌦️ 74/83 |
| Anchorage | 🌨️ 33/45 | 18% | 🌦️ 39/43 | 🌦️ 35/46 |