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What does a White House press secretary do?
The White House press secretary is a high-profile position with no formal job description or congressional oversight, requiring the ability to represent the president while remaining accountable to the public and media.
Ukraine and the U.S. are at odds over Starshield. Here’s what to know
Ukraine’s President Zelenskyy claims the U.S. government ordered SpaceX to restrict access to Starshield military satellite communications, hindering Ukraine’s defense capabilities against Russian attacks. U.S. officials deny the allegations.
Inside the shadowy world of anti-Putin sabotage from within Russia
Two Russians working for Ukrainian intelligence have disclosed involvement in operations targeting Russian military assets, including drone attacks on bombers and munitions factories within Russia.
Jordon Steele-John: Australian senator denies claims of misconduct against women
Australian Greens senator Jordon Steele-John denies misconduct allegations involving women spanning 2017-2025, accusing his party of political maneuvering after taking leave from the party room.
Tiger Shroff: Bollywood actor survives shooting attempt in Mumbai
Bollywood actor Tiger Shroff survived a shooting attack in Mumbai on Sunday evening while leaving a football practice. Police detained three suspects and are investigating the incident amid concerns about criminal gang activity targeting celebrities.
Trump to close and renovate D.C. golf course, despite legal battle
President Trump announced plans to renovate the East Potomac Golf Links in Washington D.C., with renovations beginning Nov. 15 and a 15-month closure, despite ongoing legal challenges from preservation groups.
The kingmakers who could determine Israel’s election
Arab-led parties representing Palestinian citizens of Israel could prove crucial kingmakers in the October 27 election, as polls show neither Netanyahu’s bloc nor the opposition winning an outright majority.
Oil facilities hit in deadly overnight attack on St Petersburg
An overnight attack on St Petersburg struck two oil facilities and other infrastructure, killing at least one person and injuring five, amid escalating strikes between Russia and Ukraine.
Guardian reporter filmed masked militants seconds before West Bank attack on French mayor
Israeli masked militants attacked European diplomats and a French mayor harvesting olives in the occupied West Bank, with Prime Minister Netanyahu questioning the account rather than pledging accountability.
EU tariffs aimed at China hitting Ukraine, steel boss says
Ukraine’s largest steel company boss says EU tariffs aimed at China unfairly hit Ukrainian exports, requesting exemptions as the industry faces Russian bombardment and reduced market access.
Kinship and surveillance: The return of Somali piracy
Somali piracy has surged since late April 2026, with fishing communities in Bander Beyla facing severe restrictions, arrests, and surveillance amid efforts to disrupt land-based support networks.
Lula and Bolsonaro spar in Brazil’s fiery first presidential run-off debate
Brazil’s President Lula and right-wing Senator Flavio Bolsonaro engaged in a heated first debate, exchanging personal attacks and clashing over corruption, security, and healthcare a week before the presidential run-off election.
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The real reason it’s going to take a while to know who won in some midterm races
Election officials in competitive races face pressure to announce winners quickly, but close margins and slow vote-counting states mean some results may not be called for days after Election Day.
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.
Federal court dismisses suit against New York’s sanctuary laws in a loss for Trump administration
A federal court dismissed the Trump administration’s lawsuit challenging New York City’s sanctuary laws, marking another defeat for the government in similar cases filed against multiple cities.
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.
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United Airlines is making it harder to reach its top frequent flyer status in 2027
United Airlines is eliminating flight segments as a path to elite status and raising points requirements for its highest tier starting January 1, 2027, requiring 32,000 points for Premier 1K status.
How lower fuel economy targets could boost pickups and V-8 engines
U.S. fuel economy standards were sharply reduced and fines eliminated, potentially boosting automaker profits by billions while encouraging more pickup trucks and V-8 engines.
Thames Water asks for £2.4bn more to avoid going bust this year or early 2027
Thames Water seeks £2.4bn emergency funding from creditors to avoid insolvency by the end of 2026 or early 2027, as the UK’s largest water utility faces ongoing financial difficulties.
Porsche reveals Mission S concept car that previews new design identity
Porsche unveiled the Mission S concept car, signaling a new design direction and positioning a future flagship model above its iconic 911 sports car as part of a broader turnaround strategy.
Profit warnings from UK-listed firms at highest level in two years as Iran war drives up costs
UK-listed companies issued 65 profit warnings in three months, the highest level in two years, as Middle East conflict drives up costs before the budget announcement.
Robot factories and hypersonic missiles: JPMorgan Chase’s first $5 billion of defense investments
JPMorgan Chase deployed $5 billion into defense and manufacturing startups in the first year of its security initiative, exceeding expectations and suggesting potential expansion beyond the planned $10 billion decade-long commitment.
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There’s a new way to break RSA that’s faster than anything we’ve seen before
Researchers have discovered a novel method to break RSA encryption using classical computing without factoring, reducing security levels significantly and prompting cryptographers to accelerate migration to quantum-resistant alternatives.
Memory executives expect RAM shortage to continue through 2028
Memory industry executives predict shortages will persist through 2028 as demand for AI and server memory outpaces production capacity, affecting consumer device pricing.
Toilet paper and secret recorders: What we know about the arrest of the Saudi OpenAI engineer
A Saudi engineer employed by OpenAI was arrested by the FBI for allegedly planting secret recording devices in the company’s conference rooms.
Eight states accuse OpenAI of coaching children to harm themselves in lawsuit
Eight US states sued OpenAI on Wednesday, claiming the company’s ChatGPT product harms children through dangerous advice and encouragement of self-harm, marking the first coordinated multistate legal action against an AI company.
Don’t fall for this – how to protect yourself from AI scams
Criminals are increasingly using AI-generated images, voice cloning, and deepfake videos to perpetrate scams, prompting National Trading Standards to issue its first AI scam watchlist warning consumers about these evolving fraud tactics.
China economy: Growth accelerates as AI export boom outweighs domestic weakness
China’s economy grew 4.5% in the third quarter, driven by AI-related exports and high-tech manufacturing, though domestic spending remains weak and property investment continues declining.
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.
The Ukrainian Family That Has Become An International Symbol Of Civilian Death.
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Record Shipping Costs Force Oil Producers to Slash Prices
Record shipping costs are forcing oil producers worldwide to cut prices and redirect sales, as delivered crude expenses exceed refiners’ willingness to pay across major markets including the Middle East, Brazil, and West Africa.
Electricity costs put UK steelmakers in worst position in three years against EU rivals
UK steelmakers face widening electricity cost disadvantages against European rivals, with the premium over France reaching £30 per megawatt hour, its highest in three years.
America Needs 48,000 Tons of Rare Earth Magnets. It Only Makes 300
The U.S. faces a critical supply chain gap for rare earth magnets, needing 48,000 metric tons annually but producing only 300 tons domestically, while Pentagon regulations and Chinese export restrictions tighten in January.
Shell expects refineries to almost double the profit from every barrel of fuel made
Shell’s refineries are forecast to achieve record profit margins of $42 per barrel in the third quarter, more than double second-quarter levels, driven by global fuel shortages and refinery damage in key regions.
E.ON Next deal to buy Ovo Energy leaves UK with just ‘big three’ energy suppliers
E.ON Next completed its acquisition of Ovo Energy, creating a market where three suppliers now serve nearly three-quarters of British households, raising competition concerns.
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.
Climate Change In The News
Revealed: the methane mega-leaks from UN climate summit host Turkey
Turkey, set to host a UN climate summit focused on methane reduction, is home to some of the world’s worst landfill methane leaks, including a site near Istanbul visible from space.
Mixed start for pre-Cop as just two non-Pacific leaders accept Australian invitation to climate summit
Australia’s prime minister joined a preparatory climate meeting in Fiji ahead of the Cop31 summit, though only 14 national leaders attended, with just two traveling from outside the Pacific region.
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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