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This is a snapshot of everything that broke across the major newsrooms in the past 3 hours. We poll 45 RSS feeds across roughly 21 outlets — NYT, BBC, Guardian, ESPN, Politico, NPR, Wired, Variety, and more — and combine them into one scannable feed.

How to read this: The 🔥 Top Headlines section up top is the “if you only have 30 seconds” cut — the most recent stories across the most outlets. Below that, the All Headlines list lets you scan every title in one glance. After that, the full breakdown gives you each story as a card with a one-line summary and a direct link to the source — stories are grouped by topic — News, Politics, Sports, and Culture — so you can jump to whichever beat you came for.

Every headline is a clickable link to the original article. Times are in Eastern. Duplicates (same story syndicated to multiple feeds at the same outlet) are filtered out automatically.

Here's everything that broke across the major newsrooms in the past 3 hours (3:00 PM ET through 6:00 PM ET). We scanned 45 feeds across roughly 21 outlets and surfaced 232 stories from 18 active outlets spanning 4 topics.

🌍 News & General
102 stories
across 11 outlets
🏟️ Sports
91 stories
across 4 outlets
🎬 Culture & Entertainment
21 stories
across 4 outlets
🏛️ Politics
18 stories
across 3 outlets

🔥 Top Headlines Right Now

The 7 most-recent headlines from across the newsrooms — if you only have 30 seconds, read these.

Trump calls on New Mexico to change its name to 'New America' — The Hill, 5:59 PM ET President Trump called on New Mexico to change its name to “New America” following his decision to alter the names of the Gulf of Mexico and Lake Ontario to include “America.” “New Mexico should imme…

UTSA film study: How Roadrunners used in-game adjustments to preserve win against Navy — Yahoo Sports, 5:57 PM ET Facing unexpected challenges from Navy on both sides of the ball, UTSA had to shift its approach to secure a 38-34 win on Saturday.

Cult Leader Convicted of Mass Murder by Court in Kenya — New York Times, 5:57 PM ET Paul Nthenge Mackenzie told his doomsday followers in a remote forest to fast for salvation. He faced trial after hundreds of bodies were exhumed.

Ex-Packers receiver Davante Adams suffers serious hamstring injury — Yahoo Sports, 5:56 PM ET Former Green Bay Packers wide receiver Davante Adams is expected to miss six to 10 weeks after suffering a serious hamstring injury Sunday, Oct. 18.

Dems float Hegseth’s ouster in lame-duck defense battle — The Hill, 5:55 PM ET Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Dems float Hegseth’s ouster in lame-duck defense battle Senate Democrats…

Italy Faces Parallel Protests in the North and South — New York Times, 5:55 PM ET Protests by young people in northern cities ended in riots as farmers and truckers in the south, angered by high gas prices, stopped commercial traffic.

Helen Haines: independent MP in critical condition in Melbourne’s Alfred hospital after being struck by car in Wangaratta – follow updates — The Guardian, 5:49 PM ET A joint counter-terrorism taskforce is investigating the incident, which Anthony Albanese alleged ‘wasn’t an accident’‘Deeply appalled’: politicians condemn alleged attack after Helen Haines critical…

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🌍 News & General (102)
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🎬 Culture & Entertainment (21)
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Full Breakdown

🌍 News & General — 102 stories across 11 outlets

📰 New York Times (27 stories)

Cult Leader Convicted of Mass Murder by Court in Kenya — 5:57 PM ET Paul Nthenge Mackenzie told his doomsday followers in a remote forest to fast for salvation. He faced trial after hundreds of bodies were exhumed.

Italy Faces Parallel Protests in the North and South — 5:55 PM ET Protests by young people in northern cities ended in riots as farmers and truckers in the south, angered by high gas prices, stopped commercial traffic.

DOJ Charges 28 California Residents With Voting-Related Crimes Amid Trump’s Voter Fraud Push — 5:49 PM ET The effort by the Trump administration comes as it wages a broader fight with California officials over voter rolls.

Trump Golf Course Dispute Sparks Clash Between Judge and DOJ — 5:47 PM ET Government attorneys sparred with Judge Ana C. Reyes over testimony by several government witnesses about the chain of decisions surrounding East Potomac Golf Links.

Man Who Died in ICE Custody in Texas Was Denied Medicine, Daughter Says — 5:40 PM ET The man had been detained at an immigration center in Laredo, Texas, since June. Immigration officials said he had received proper medical care.

Your Burger Is Going to Get Only More Expensive — 5:33 PM ET Beef prices will go higher because of the complex production cycle.

Saudis Aided Family of Engineer Accused of Bugging OpenAI, Prosecutors Say — 5:17 PM ET Saudi officials paid for his wife and son to fly out of the U.S. and offered to cover his bail, according to court filings. A judge ordered the engineer to remain in custody.

Joe Manchin to Campaign With Susan Collins in Maine Ahead of Midterm Elections — 5:15 PM ET Former Senator Joe Manchin III of West Virginia said he told Senator Susan Collins, who is locked in a tough re-election fight, “Whenever you run again, I’m going to come.”

Supreme Court Will Not Revive Plea Deal for Khalid Shaikh Mohammed and 9/11 Defendants — 5:08 PM ET The justices rejected a request from Khalid Shaikh Mohammed and two others accused of plotting the Sept. 11 attacks, clearing the way for a potential death penalty trial.

Trump Rallies Red States Amid Fears About G.O.P. Voter Enthusiasm as Midterms Near — 5:04 PM ET The president’s swing is taking him to states including South Carolina and Kansas that were not seen as competitive just a few months ago.

Deaths at Danjiri Float Festival Prompt Questions in Japan — 5:00 PM ET The vibrant danjiri tradition dates back three centuries, but two recent fatalities have prompted anxiety over whether participants can remain safe.

Kennedy’s Vaccine Plan Could Cause Surge in Hepatitis B, Study Finds — 5:00 PM ET Ending routine vaccination for hepatitis B at birth, as the health secretary has recommended, would increase the number of chronic infections by as much as 83 percent, a team of researchers reported.

A Japanese Spacecraft Aims to Bring Back a Bit of a Martian Moon — 4:41 PM ET The mission, which launched on Monday, is headed to Phobos, the larger of the two moons of Mars. It could carry back the first samples from the Martian system.

The Failures of Emmanuel Macron — 4:38 PM ET The student protests that snowballed into violent riots made it clear that almost 10 years of his presidency have not fixed France’s problems.

Can This International Force Stop Haiti’s Gangs? — 4:38 PM ET A new U.N.-backed military force is fighting to wrest control of the Haitian capital from violent gangs. Previous efforts by international troops failed to restore security. Can this one succeed?

Republicans Barely Mention Trump in Political Ads Ahead of the Midterms — 4:35 PM ET Only a small fraction of recent G.O.P. broadcast and streaming ads mention the president, according to a Times analysis of ad data.

Mahmoud Khalil Appeals to Supreme Court to Halt Deportation — 4:31 PM ET Mr. Khalil had recently graduated from Columbia when he was arrested by ICE agents and became the face of the Trump administration’s crackdown on pro-Palestinian demonstrations.

Priest in Ecuador Dies After Crucifix Falls on Him During Livestreamed Mass — 4:23 PM ET The Rev. Patricio Alfredo Sánchez Molinari was addressing his congregation in Guayaquil, Ecuador, when a wooden cross detached from a wall and struck him.

For Israelis and Jews in the U.A.E., an Eroding Sense of Security — 4:14 PM ET The Emirates’ reputation as a haven was shaken by what the authorities said was a plot last month aimed at crashing a flight from Dubai to Tel Aviv.

Why No One Can Look Away From Elizabeth Holmes — 4:13 PM ET “I felt like there were some moments in the film where she was just brazenly lying.”

Australian Lawmaker Helen Haines Injured After Attack, Prime Minister Says — 4:08 PM ET A suspect is in custody and the country’s counterterrorism team was activated after Helen Haines, 65, was struck by a car outside her office.

The Republican Party Is a Mess. It Will Emerge Stronger for It. — 4:03 PM ET The G.O.P. will not always be focused around the strong personality and charisma of Trump.

Houthi Strikes Kill Dozens in Yemeni Desert Military Camp, Officials Say — 3:54 PM ET The Iranian-backed militia struck with ballistic missiles deep in government-held central Yemen, in what appeared to be among the deadliest attacks of the renewed war.

France Imposes Curfews in Parts of Paris and Other Cities After Nationwide Rioting — 3:25 PM ET The interior minister acknowledged that the police were underprepared for the scale of the riots. But Prime Minister Sébastien Lecornu defended their efforts and pledged to restore order.

The Frenzy Behind Getting an Initiative on the California Ballot — 3:23 PM ET An army of signature gatherers made plenty of cash hitting the streets in California to qualify various November initiatives.

María Corina Machado on Venezuela’s Future and Her Relationship With the Trump Administration — 3:09 PM ET Blocked from entering her country, Venezuela’s opposition leader spoke with The Times about her efforts to return and her relationship with the Trump administration.

At Victoria’s Secret’s 2026 Fashion Show, an Old Stereotype of Sexy — 3:04 PM ET The angels were out in full force on the runway, including Kylie Jenner and both Hadids. So were the wings.

📰 BBC News (17 stories)

Ronaldo given 30-day suspension and £215 fine by Portuguese FA — 5:34 PM ET Cristiano Ronaldo is given a 30-day suspension by the Portuguese Football Federation after leaving his country's international camp last month.

Spurs beat Coventry to earn first league win of the season — 5:33 PM ET Tottenham Hotspur record their first Premier League win of the season and move off the bottom of the table with a home victory over Coventry City.

Watch: Clean up begins after French riots but police remain — 5:30 PM ET Outside of Paris, Marseille saw some of the worst damage, with shop owners reporting more than 600 premises having been looted.

Burnham vows end to 'rip-off parking charges' under new rules — 5:30 PM ET Penalties are seen as too harsh on motorists who are penalised for parking on private land.

Burnham vows end to 'rip-off parking charges' under new rules — 5:30 PM ET Penalties are seen as too harsh on motorists who are penalised for parking on private land.

Curfew imposed in parts of central Paris and other cities after rioting across France — 5:14 PM ET It comes after the country's interior minister admits that police "lost control" in some cities.

Ex-OpenAI worker accused of planting device had Saudi support, says court filing — 5:12 PM ET The Saudi government did not immediately respond to BBC requests for comment.

Ex-OpenAI worker accused of planting device had Saudi support, says court filing — 5:12 PM ET The Saudi government did not immediately respond to BBC requests for comment.

US Church on frontline of battle against drug known as 'tranq' — 5:05 PM ET Synthetic opioids like fentanyl are more powerful and in plentiful supply, and they have transformed the drugs landscape.

Maddison shines on return - Tottenham v Coventry ratings — 5:05 PM ET How Spurs and Coventry City's players rated following their Premier League match.

Tennis star Svitolina says emotional toll of Ukraine war led to Monfils separation — 5:02 PM ET The two top tennis pros married in 2021 and have one child together.

Ukrainians dying because US restricting intelligence sharing, Zelensky adviser tells BBC — 4:49 PM ET Serhii Beskrestnov says there has not been enough time to warn people about incoming missile attacks. The White House said there had been no changes to intelligence sharing.

Ukrainians dying because US restricting intelligence sharing, Zelensky adviser tells BBC — 4:49 PM ET Serhii Beskrestnov says there has not been enough time to warn people about incoming missile attacks. The White House said there had been no changes to intelligence sharing.

Building Lionesses 2.0 - Wiegman's new challenge awaits — 4:15 PM ET England head coach Sarina Wiegman has changed women's football in the country, so what does she face after signing a contract extension?

Ukraine says it carried out first drone airlift of wounded soldier from front line — 4:00 PM ET The serviceman was surrounded by landmines and enemy drones so a ground rescue was not possible, Ukraine's military says.

Mission blasts off for Mars to grab a piece of its moon — 3:45 PM ET A spacecraft is set to launch on an ambitious mission to bring 10g of Martian moon dust back to Earth.

Palace manager Sage facing fight to keep his job — 3:32 PM ET Crystal Palace boss Pierre Sage faces a fight to keep his job, but will be given more time.

📰 The Guardian (14 stories)

Helen Haines: independent MP in critical condition in Melbourne’s Alfred hospital after being struck by car in Wangaratta – follow updates — 5:49 PM ET A joint counter-terrorism taskforce is investigating the incident, which Anthony Albanese alleged ‘wasn’t an accident’‘Deeply appalled’: politicians condemn alleged attack after Helen Haines critical…

Colorado wildlife overpass cut vehicle-animal collisions by 91%, report finds — 5:39 PM ET Elk, bear, frogs and other animals have used the overpass, which connects 39,000 acres of habitat, since its completionColorado officials have tracked herds of elk, bears, pronghorn and even northern…

California to recieve $6m settlement after 23andMe data breach — 5:34 PM ET The 2023 breach exposed millions of customers’ genetic and personal information, including more than 855,000 CaliforniansCalifornia attorney general Rob Bonta on Monday announced the state will recei…

Oregon man who killed school shooter reportedly took part in military drills with Iraq veterans — 5:33 PM ET New details emerge about Kaylub Giamanco, who went on to elementary school campus and shot Bend suspect deadNew details are emerging about the parent who fatally shot the 16-year-old shooter who kill…

Andy Burnham outlines new rules to outlaw ‘rip-off’ private parking fines — 5:30 PM ET Drivers to get five minutes to decide whether to park and 10 minutes to leave after their session endsDrivers will get a guaranteed five minutes to decide whether to park and 10 minutes to leave afte…

Trump slams Zelenskyy amid Russia sanctions rift and says ‘somebody else’ should negotiate for Ukraine - live — 5:25 PM ET President facing criticism for his move to waive sanctions for Russia as a new poll by Reuters shows only 31% of Americans approve of his performance in officeSign up for US Breaking News emailA new…

Helen Haines was chatting with locals at a dog park on Monday morning. By the afternoon, she was fighting for her life — 5:14 PM ET Australia’s politicians have been facing increasing threats and abuse. It can no longer be dismissed as social media noise or harmless commentFollow our live blog for latest updatesPoliticians condem…

Mississippi attorney general rules fatal police shooting of one-year-old as ‘justified’ — 4:58 PM ET Officers responding to an alleged shoplifting call fired into the vehicle of Vellesiya Wiley, killing her son, KohenOn Monday, the office of the Mississippi attorney general, Lynn Fitch, announced th…

Ultra-endurance athlete completes 900-mile swim along entire California coast — 4:39 PM ET Catherine Breed began unprecedented journey at northern end of state, swimming 10 miles a day to reach other end in less than four monthsA 33-year-old ultra-endurance athlete has completed an unprece…

French authorities announce partial curfews as PM blames ‘ultra-left’ for exploiting protests – Europe live — 4:34 PM ET Curfews to apply to parts of cities including Paris, Nice and Lyon after days of violence on French streetsMacron criticises ‘unbridled violence’ after 2,400 arrests across FranceFrench PM Lecornu sa…

NFL today: How to watch Commanders v 49ers, TV channels & live stream Monday 19 October — 4:15 PM ET How will the Commanders and 49ers fare today? Here is what to know, including kick-off time, TV channels and live stream optionsThe Commanders’ first task on Monday night against the 49ers will be to…

DoJ charges 28 green card holders in California over alleged voter fraud — 4:07 PM ET Crackdown marks latest escalation in the Trump justice department’s push to target alleged noncitizen votingThe US Department of Justice has filed criminal charges against 28 green card holders in Ca…

Over three dozen Congress members’ offices targeted with white powder envelopes — 3:44 PM ET Envelopes containing powder come weeks before midterms as federal agents try to identify who is behind campaignMore than three dozen members of US Congress have had their offices targeted with envelo…

Melting Ron DeSantis statue unveiled to call out his inaction on climate crisis — 3:22 PM ET Florida governor has consistently opposed any legislation to curb planet-heating emissions, calling it a ‘radical climate agenda’A life-sized statue of Ron DeSantis, the Florida governor, was unveile…

📰 Al Jazeera (13 stories)

Egyptian parliament delays vote on military support for Saudi Arabia — 5:46 PM ET Lawmakers adjourn session as opposition party tells members to abstain over unclear commitment.

160 people reported killed in escalating drone attacks across Sudan — 5:38 PM ET Rights groups warn increasing attacks by unmanned aircraft are targeting civilians and infrastructure.

Could your halal pension be funding Israel’s military? — 5:28 PM ET HSBC’s ‘sharia-compliant’ fund invested over $100 million in companies linked to Israel’s military.

Israeli police say they arrested 10 in connection with settler attacks — 5:00 PM ET Israeli police released a video they say shows the arrest of 10 suspects over weekend settler violence.

Trump approval hits record-low 31 percent, polls show Republican struggles — 4:59 PM ET Reuters/Ipsos poll shows Democrats leading by 12 points in generic US congressional ballot surveys against Republicans.

Injured Ukrainian soldier rescued in first-ever drone evacuation mission — 4:49 PM ET The Ukrainian army says it has carried out the world’s first drone evacuation of a wounded soldier from the front line.

Kenya convicts cult leader over the murder of 190 children — 4:31 PM ET The leader of a Kenyan cult who instructed followers to starve themselves to death to reach heaven has been found guilty

Trump signs order launching women’s health division at NIH, White House — 4:29 PM ET First Lady Melania Trump has championed the executive action as a 'transformative moment' for US women's health.

Finland seeking one million land mines as it eyes Russian threat — 3:57 PM ET Helsinki recently joined regional peers in withdrawing from UN Charter banning munitions as it eyes its eastern border.

One killed in US shooting near mosque in Columbus, Ohio — 3:50 PM ET Local authorities say mosque was not target of attack.

Florida issues arrest warrant for Cuban leader Raul Castro — 3:48 PM ET The announcement mirrors a federal indictment from May as the US steps up pressure on the Cuban government.

Residents hoisted from rooftops amid Spain’s deadly flooding — 3:38 PM ET Spain’s military is hoisting residents from the rooftops of their flooded homes.

Indian court extends detention of ‘Cockroach’ leaders — 3:09 PM ET The extension of the custody of the CJP activists comes amid a crackdown on near daily protests against the government.

📰 CNBC (10 stories)

Google says it can build data centers the right way. Some experts and residents are skeptical — 5:05 PM ET Google says its Minnesota AI data center will add clean energy to the grid and protect ratepayers. Experts question whether grid upgrades are needed.

Trump says he'd meet with Putin and Xi, criticizes Zelenskyy — 5:00 PM ET Tensions between Trump and Zelenskyy have steadily risen in recent weeks, while Russia, which invaded Ukraine, has received multiple breaks from the U.S.

Tech stocks had a nice oversold bounce on Monday. Earnings this week will determine if it's for real — 4:57 PM ET Investors are hopeful that last week's pullback was a clearing event for equities, but lingering concerns remain.

OpenAI bugging suspect Alfozan held without bail after Saudi government offers to pay — 4:54 PM ET Saudi national Abdulrahman Alfozan is accused of planting a recording device in an executive conference room at OpenAI headquarters in San Francisco.

5 best veterinary practice loans for 2026 — 4:29 PM ET Compare veterinary practice financing options for startup costs, expansion, equipment and working capital, with picks for different borrowing needs.

The turnaround of this beaten-up Dow stock looks for real, says Katie Stockton — 4:10 PM ET Sherwin-Williams is reacting to oversold conditions following a corrective phase, showing renewed short-term momentum within its cyclical downtrend channel.

Apple announces product launch event for Oct. 28. Analysts expect touchscreen laptop — 3:46 PM ET Apple sent invitations for an event next week, calling it "Pro and tell."

Saudi Arabia postpones big investor conference to 2027 as Iran-backed Houthis escalate attacks on kingdom — 3:37 PM ET Iran-backed Houthi militants have launched repeated volleys of missiles and drones at Saudi Arabia since a deadly airport attack earlier this month.

Wells Fargo's comeback is just getting started. Here's why I'm buying — 3:21 PM ET Stephanie Link sees a buying opportunity in Wells Fargo as accelerating loan growth, improving profitability and the lifting of its asset cap fuel the bank's turnaround.

Crushed tech stocks bounce — plus, new doctor survey keeps us positive on Lilly — 3:13 PM ET Every weekday, the Investing Club releases the Homestretch; an actionable afternoon update just in time for the last hour of trading.

📰 PBS NewsHour (9 stories)

Activist Mahmoud Khalil asks Supreme Court to let judges quickly reverse immigration detentions — 5:42 PM ET Khalil, a lawful permanent U.S. resident, was detained by immigration authorities last year because of his participation in pro-Palestinian demonstrations at Columbia University in the spring of 2024.

Japan launches spacecraft to Mars' moon in mission to bring back soil samples — 4:54 PM ET Five of the world's space agencies have joined forces for the five-year mission that will attempt to land a robotic prospector plus a rover on Phobos, the larger of Mars' two moons.

Ex-OpenAI worker accused of bugging conference room planned to fly to Saudi Arabia, prosecutors say — 4:35 PM ET Prosecutors have not said what Abdulrahman Alfozan, a 35-year-old Saudi national, might have wanted to do with the recordings, but say he was in "frequent communication" with a member of the Saudi ro…

A bitter Michigan Senate race rattles Jewish and Muslim voters already on edge over the war in Gaza — 4:26 PM ET Michigan's closely contested Senate race has become deeply personal for some voters.

Homeland Security grants temporary deportation reprieve for more than 100,000 Ukrainians and Sudanese — 3:56 PM ET This decision comes as activists and lawmakers argue there are no safe conditions for Ukrainians to return to amid the war with Russia.

AP source: Eagles QB Jalen Hurts expected to miss rest of season after blood clots found in lungs and leg — 3:42 PM ET Hurts has deep vein thrombosis and a bilateral pulmonary emboli, meaning a clot has traveled from his legs to his lungs.

Longtime CNN anchor Christiane Amanpour leaving network after a storied career of 43 years — 3:35 PM ET Amanpour's exit coincides with a new era at CNN as it comes under new owner Skydance, after an $81 billion merger that brings CNN and CBS under one roof.

How Iran war votes in Congress became a focal point for campaign ad attacks — 3:30 PM ET Democrats and aligned advocacy groups are hitting the airwaves with a flood of campaign ads on the Iran war as they seek to win back in the House and Senate.

WATCH: Trump and first lady unveil new task force on women's health research — 3:16 PM ET President Donald Trump on Monday directed the federal government to bolster federal research into women's health, a move pushed by his wife, first lady Melania Trump.

📰 Ars Technica (5 stories)

Russian spacecraft maneuvers in "extreme proximity" to satellite used by Ukraine — 4:54 PM ET "Kosmos 2612 closed from hundreds of kilometers away to extreme proximity to ICEYE-X36."

Accused OpenAI spy had folder called “Saudi Gov Docs,” FBI says — 4:21 PM ET US fears Saudi government will help ex-OpenAI engineer flee spying charges.

Batteries help reduce emissions, but how do we reduce their emissions? — 4:03 PM ET One way to make batteries cleaner is to make fewer of them.

PSA: Patch your Plex media server before someone hacks it — 3:39 PM ET A researcher says attacks chaining 4 vulnerabilities is hacking unpatched boxes.

Startup taps underwater volcano as energy source in "proof point" test — 3:27 PM ET Can undersea geothermal power help Pacific Rim nations cut down on oil imports?

📰 The Verge (3 stories)

The fossil fuel comeback is here — 5:48 PM ET The US is building more fossil fuel infrastructure than it has in a decade while renewable energy growth slows down, a new report shows. Electricity demand is also climbing faster than it has in more…

CoreWeave’s debt is becoming the whole AI industry’s problem — 5:28 PM ET CoreWeave had a bad week last week. Its bonds slipped into distressed territory by a common definition - when investors demand 1,000 basis points more in yield than they'd get from government bonds.…

I tried a $99 plug that promises to track your car and send help when needed — without selling your data — 5:00 PM ET My 15-year-old daughter just got her learner's permit, so when I was pitched a new gadget tailored to teen drivers, I was intrigued. The Miles Plug is a small device that plugs into your car's OBD-II…

📰 TechCrunch (2 stories)

Amazon is taking its biggest shot at Nvidia yet with new TorchNeuron dev tool — 4:09 PM ET Amazon wants to break Nvidia’s hold on PyTorch, the free toolkit used to build most AI apps, so that more developers run their apps on alternative chips like its own.

Hackers hit AI coding tool OpenCode, running up charges on users’ AI accounts — 3:28 PM ET OpenCode is an open-source AI coding agent that's become a popular alternative to Claude Code and Cursor. But hackers got into part of its online platform and stole some users’ API keys, and the AI t…

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📰 The Atlantic
Two Firefighters Died in Yosemite—For What?
— The Atlantic, 4:48 PM ET
The effort put into controlling even remote fires has started to baffle some veterans.
📰 Wired
OpenAI Engineer Accused of Spying on Executives Ordered to Remain in Custody
— Wired, 3:49 PM ET
A judge ordered Abdulrahman Alfozan to remain in custody, likening the Saudi government’s offer to secure the former OpenAI engineer’s release to a “blank check.”

🏛️ Politics — 18 stories across 3 outlets

📰 The Hill (15 stories)

Trump calls on New Mexico to change its name to 'New America' — 5:59 PM ET President Trump called on New Mexico to change its name to “New America” following his decision to alter the names of the Gulf of Mexico and Lake Ontario to include “America.” “New Mexico should imme…

Dems float Hegseth’s ouster in lame-duck defense battle — 5:55 PM ET Welcome to The Hill's Defense & NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense &National Security Defense &National Security The Big Story Dems float Hegseth’s ouster in lame-duck defense battle Senate Democrats…

Interior will hold first offshore mining lease sale — 5:51 PM ET {beacon} Energy & Environment Energy & Environment The Big Story Interior will hold first offshore mining lease sale The Trump administration is officially moving ahead with a decision to lease ocean…

The Senate map driving Trump’s late-stage travel blitz — 5:48 PM ET President Trump’s focus with two weeks to go before the midterms is squarely on the Senate, as he travels to a series of red states, some of which are threatening to turn blue. The president’s travel…

Trump set to return to Texas for midterm rally — 5:47 PM ET President Trump will head back to Texas exactly one week before Election Day, underscoring the competitive nature of the red state's battleground races. The Republican National Committee announced Mo…

DHS orders removal of DeepSeek from government agency IT systems — 5:43 PM ET The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has ordered that products from the Chinese AI startup DeepSeek be removed from federal agency IT systems and barred from government contracting. The order, w…

Judge weighs challenge to Trump's East Potomac Golf takeover after rejecting 'baseless' request for recusal — 5:33 PM ET A federal judge on Monday pressed the Trump administration about President Trump’s plan to shut down and renovate East Potomac Park next month despite a previous court order barring any future work a…

House Democrat calls out colleagues over 'dangerous' Piker — 5:33 PM ET Rep. Angie Craig (D-Minn.) on Saturday called out her fellow Democrats over their association with controversial left-wing streamer Hasan Piker. “As Democrats, we constantly criticize the far-right f…

Trump gives contentious New York pipeline a Defense Production Act boost — 5:29 PM ET The Trump administration is giving a defense-related boost to a contentious pipeline in the Northeast U.S. The Energy Department said Monday that it would give up to $42 million from the Defense Prod…

Musk to give SpaceX share to every US child — 5:08 PM ET Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Musk promises SpaceX share for every American child Tech mogul Elon Musk said Monday h…

Anthropic makes pledge for public benefit initiative — 5:02 PM ET {beacon} Technology Technology The Big Story Anthropic makes pledge for public benefit initiative The artificial intelligence firm Anthropic announced it will commit 5 percent of its shares to its ne…

Slotkin accuses Trump ally of 'mobilizing death threats' against her, staff — 5:00 PM ET Sen. Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.) accused Mike Davis, a close legal ally of the president, of “mobilizing death threats” against her and her staff. Slotkin wrote on social media Monday that Davis had ori…

Watch live: Trump heads to Kansas as GOP fights to hold Senate — 5:00 PM ET President Trump heads to Kansas on Monday evening as Republicans look to shore up support in an unexpectedly competitive Senate race with just two weeks until the midterm elections. Trump is expected…

Burgum: East Potomac will be transformed into 'best course in America' under Trump — 4:49 PM ET Interior Secretary Doug Burgum argued a major renovation of East Potomac Park and its public golf courses is a necessary move by the federal government, as President Trump's plans to redevelop the la…

GOP senator: Reagan, Graham would be 'ashamed' of Trump waiving Russia sanctions — 4:22 PM ET Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) says former President Reagan and the late Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.) would be “ashamed” of President Trump’s action Friday to waive sanctions against Russia, less than a m…

📰 New York Times (2 stories)

Christiane Amanpour Says She Is Leaving CNN After 43 Years — 5:31 PM ET The chief international anchor, one of the most famous names in broadcast news, started as an assistant at the network in 1983.

‘Other Desert Cities’ Review: Julia Louis-Dreyfus’s Smashing Debut — 3:52 PM ET Jon Robin Baitz’s 2010 family bash-em-up gets an uneven Broadway revival, with a cast that also includes Allison Janney at her droll, insulting best.

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📰 Politico
GOP-linked PAC spends over $1M to boost third-party socialist in Ohio Senate race
— Politico, 4:12 PM ET
The move is an apparent attempt to hurt Democrat Sherrod Brown, who’s locked in a tight battle with GOP Sen. Jon Husted in the Senate battleground.

🏟️ Sports — 91 stories across 4 outlets

📰 Yahoo Sports (49 stories)

UTSA film study: How Roadrunners used in-game adjustments to preserve win against Navy — 5:57 PM ET Facing unexpected challenges from Navy on both sides of the ball, UTSA had to shift its approach to secure a 38-34 win on Saturday.

Ex-Packers receiver Davante Adams suffers serious hamstring injury — 5:56 PM ET Former Green Bay Packers wide receiver Davante Adams is expected to miss six to 10 weeks after suffering a serious hamstring injury Sunday, Oct. 18.

Ranji Trophy: Sachin Yadav, Karan Lamba miss double tons by six runs each after 338-run stand — 5:55 PM ET In a remarkable Ranji Trophy match, Rajasthan's Sachin Yadav and Karan Lamba both excelled with individual scores of 194 runs, forging a formidable 338-run partnership that elevated their team's tota…

Josh Jacobs to get full week of practice, game status to be determined — 5:53 PM ET The Packers won't have defensive end Micah Parsons back at practice this week, but they will have running back Josh Jacobs on the field as they prepare to face the Lions.

Barcelona star to return to starting line-up for PSG clash — 5:52 PM ET Barcelona star Raphinha is expected to slot back into the club’s starting XI for their upcoming showdown with Paris Saint-Germain. This comes with the Brazilian now considered to be back to full mat.…

Packers running back Josh Jacobs will start practice Wednesday, may return vs Detroit — 5:50 PM ET Packers coach Matt LaFleur did not rule out playing running back Josh Jacobs and guard Aaron Banks against the Detroit Lions.

Packers running back Josh Jacobs will start practice Wednesday, may return vs Detroit — 5:50 PM ET Packers coach Matt LaFleur did not rule out playing running back Josh Jacobs and guard Aaron Banks against the Detroit Lions.

Davante Adams lost to major injury as Rams set to face Raiders Week 7 — 5:50 PM ET Davante Adams will not face his former team after the star WR has suffered a major injury and headed to IR ahead of the Rams Week 7 trip to Las Vegas.

Oregon Wide Receiver Arrested on DUII Charge After Team’s Win Over Nebraska — 5:49 PM ET Evan Stewart was suspected of driving under the influence of intoxicants

Payton Pritchard makes Celtics declaration after two-year extension — 5:49 PM ET Three years ago, Boston Celtics point guard Payton Pritchard requested a trade . Since then, he’s become an intregal part of the team. The Celtics inked Pritchard to a $44 million extension . After h…

Artigas Takes Inaugural World Sportbike Crown — 5:49 PM ET Kawasaki riders duel it out in a dramatic season finale Xavi Artigas rode a calculated eighth-place finish in a chaotic Race 2 at Jerez to be crowned the first-ever FIM Sportbike World Champion, clos…

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Landon Donovan vs. Eddie Johnson, Mia Hamm Joins the Show, MLS Commissioner Comments On TV Deal — 5:48 PM ET Eddie Johnson claps back at Landon Donovan, Mia Hamm on body positivity, and Larry Berg makes comments on MLS' TV deal.

Grizzlies waive former Florida star Walter Clayton Jr. before NBA roster deadline — 5:48 PM ET Clayton was a consensus All-American and Final Four Most Outstanding Player, leading the Gators to the 2025-26 NCAA men's basketball national championship.

Hornets secure Brandon Miller with a 5-year, $209 million contract extension, AP source says — 5:48 PM ET (AP) — The Charlotte Hornets have agreed on a five-year, $209 million contract extension with guard/forward Brandon Miller, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press.The perso…

Ranking MLB World Series winners of the 21st century by greatness — 5:47 PM ET Which World Series winner of the past 26 years ranks No. 1 among champions?

Parma and Torino bang in Serie A goals as Spurs finally win in England — 5:46 PM ET Ten-man Getafe fought back to draw at home with Rayo Vallecano 1-1 in La Liga and Tottenham became the last of the Premier League’s 20 teams to win a match this season on Friday.Spurs beat Coventry C…

Lakers announce final decision on Bronny James’ roster spot — 5:46 PM ET The Los Angeles Lakers had a decision to make regarding their final roster spot ahead of Monday’s 5:00 PM Eastern deadline. Los Angeles final roster spot came down to draftmates Dalton Knecht and Bro…

Latest Micah Parsons update doesn’t bode well for Packers return — 5:46 PM ET The Green Bay Packers have started to turn things around in recent weeks, currently sitting at 4-2 after Sunday night’s home win over the Dallas Cowboys. The Packers have done this without arguably t…

theScore Bet Promo Code YAHOOBONUS: Up to $1000 for Monday Night Football, ALCS Game 6 and WNBA Finals Game 2 — 5:46 PM ET Monday brings a busy night of sports, with the Washington Commanders visiting the San Francisco 49ers on Monday Night Football, the Cleveland Guardians facing the Tampa Bay Rays in ALCS Game 6, and t…

Warriors' Steph Curry will play vs. Lakers Wednesday, but Golden State managing other injuries — 5:45 PM ET Stephen Curry is expected to play in Golden State's season opener, as Warriors head coach Steve Kerr confirmed he'll play Wednesday against the Lakers after he had limped out of practice Sunday.

Commanders vs 49ers live updates: Score, highlights, predictions, analysis — 5:45 PM ET The Commanders play the 49ers in a pivotal NFC showdown. Follow live score updates, highlights, injury news, key plays, and instant analysis.

Tottenham vs. Coventry: Community Player Ratings — 5:45 PM ET Rate the players here Or don’t, whatever.

Kansas girls flag football championship halted following fatal crash — 5:45 PM ET Depositphotos Kansas championship games suspended after fatal incident at soccer complex Kansas’ inaugural girls high school flag football championship was interrupted on October 17 after a fatal inc…

Tiger Woods makes another move that could signal a return to competitive golf — 5:45 PM ET Tiger Woods hit balls at a California clinic on October 13, fueling fresh speculation about whether a comeback is near.

Chris Gayle on Denny Hamlin’s Title Hopes: ‘It’s Not Over’ — 5:44 PM ET Denny Hamlin left Phoenix 31 points out of the Chase lead. His crew chief, Chris Gayle, says trouble for the three drivers ahead of him at Talladega could change that.

Seahawks sign UDFA FB to practice squad — 5:44 PM ET Acker’s speed tool is valuable beyond immediate need

Some fall sports reinstated at Penn Wood High School — 5:44 PM ET Some fall sports are being reinstated in the William Penn School District in Delaware County.

Dan Campbell Reveals Surprising Possibility for Lions Offensive Line — 5:44 PM ET The return of Cade Mays could create an unexpected opportunity for Juice Scruggs. Dan Campbell is considering ways to keep both offensive linemen involved as Detroit prepares for Green Bay.

Oklahoma State football bowl projections 2026: Where are Cowboys entering Week 8? — 5:44 PM ET Here are the latest 2026 bowl projections for Oklahoma State football going into Week 8 and the Colorado matchup.

Aaron Boone to return as Yankees manager in 2027 — 5:44 PM ET The New York Yankees have confirmed that Aaron Boone will retain his position as manager for the 2027 season.

Eagles most to blame for another ugly offensive showing in loss to Panthers — 5:43 PM ET The Philadelphia Eagles look like a cursed team after their start to the 2026 NFL season. Philly is now on a four-game losing streak after losing 25-14 against Carolina on Sunday. The Eagles did not…

Emanuel Navarrete vs. O'Shaquie Foster full fight card, start time, ring walks, odds, how to watch unified title fight — 5:43 PM ET Emanuel Navarrete vs. O'Shaquie Foster is a massive unified title fight for the super featherweight division. Here's everything you need to know about Saturday's card.

Buffalo Bills' defensive deficiencies continue being exposed as team enters its bye week off — 5:43 PM ET (AP) — Another Josh Allen highlight-reel touchdown and a 5-1 start aren’t enough to mask the issues the Buffalo Bills face on defense entering their bye week.Coordinator Jim Leonhard already acknowle…

What channel is Commanders-49ers game tonight live? How to watch MNF today — 5:43 PM ET Monday Night Football action resumes in Week 6 with the Washington Commanders-San Francisco 49ers tonight. NFL game time, TV schedule, how to watch live and streaming.

Fantasy football Week 7 panic meter: A.J. Brown, Ashton Jeanty and more — 5:43 PM ET Taking stock of the fantasy football duds after Week 6 of the NFL season. What do these performances mean for Week 7?

Milwaukee Bucks to waive Kevin Porter Jr. — 5:42 PM ET The Milwaukee Bucks will set their 2026-27 roster by waiving guard Kevin Porter Jr.

Milwaukee Bucks to waive Kevin Porter Jr. — 5:42 PM ET The Milwaukee Bucks will set their 2026-27 roster by waiving guard Kevin Porter Jr.

UEFA demands FIFA answers ‘serious questions’ regarding Infantino and Trump’s relationship — 5:41 PM ET UEFA is piling the pressure on FIFA President Gianni Infantino to address several hot topics which have largely emerged over the past year or so, not least his relationship with U.S. President Donald…

Aqib Talib and Ryan Fitzpatrick exchange remarks after Bo Nix comments — 5:41 PM ET Aqib Talib was not happy with Ryan Fitzpatrick's full-throated ripping of Bo Nix. Fitzpatrick then posted a mock response to Talib's fiery comments.

Mario Cristobal doesn’t want to hear anyone talking about Miami (FL) being No. 1 — 5:41 PM ET Miami (FL) football is one of just six teams still undefeated this year. With losses from many of the top teams this week, such as Indiana and Notre Dame, Miami has moved up to the top spot in the AP…

Steelers' belief in their massive rookie class is paying early dividends — 5:41 PM ET PITTSBURGH (AP) — Shortly after hearing their names called in front of record-setting crowds on Pittsburgh's North Shore at the 2026 draft, the Steelers' rookie class did what some do when they find…

Maddison and Kulusevski bring back the feel-good factor to Spurs — 5:41 PM ET Tottenham Hotspur are finally off and running as James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski gave the club’s fans something to feel good about.

Pacers on finding defensive footing before opener: 'It's gonna be an ongoing thing' — 5:40 PM ET The Pacers look to improve their defense this season as they integrate new center Ivica Zubac into their system.

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Is a Colts' fire sale coming? What that could look like and what big names could be traded away — 5:46 PM ET The Colts don't have a 2027 first-round pick. But what could they get for top veterans in preparation for a 2027 rebuild?

Is Mike Evans playing on 'Monday Night Football?' A look at the 49ers WR's status vs. Commanders — 5:45 PM ET Evans is officially listed as questionable for Week 6

Aaron Boone will return as Yankees manager for 2027 season despite ALDS exit, per report — 5:42 PM ET Boone has had great regular-season success in nine seasons, but he has not led the Yankees to a World Series title

Dalton Knecht waived by Lakers: Why the 2024 draft class was doomed from the start (and the No. 1 pick) — 5:42 PM ET Four lottery picks have already been traded and Knecht is now off the roster a day before the 2026-27 season begins

Grading every NBA rookie extension: Evaluating new contracts for Victor Wembanyama, Keyonte George, more — 5:37 PM ET First-round picks from the 2023 Draft were eligible to sign rookie extensions until Oct. 19, so we're grading all seven

From bad to worse for Rams: Davante Adams to miss 6-10 weeks with ruptured hamstring — 5:33 PM ET Adams wasn't the only bad news L.A. got on Monday: Blake Grupe tore his ACL, Poona Ford ruptured his triceps, and Kobie Turner is projected to miss four to six weeks

49ers vs. Commanders prediction: Can San Francisco remain unbeaten? Full 'Monday Night Football' breakdown — 5:16 PM ET San Francisco can improve to 6-0 and strengthen its NFC West lead, while Washington enters Levi's Stadium looking to pull off a sizable road upset

Is Stefon Diggs playing on 'Monday Night Football?' A look at the Commanders WR's status vs. 49ers — 5:14 PM ET Diggs is officially listed as questionable with a hamstring injury

Middle Tennessee vs. FIU live stream, where to watch online, CBS Sports Network finder, odds — 5:05 PM ET CBS Sports Network will broadcast six college football games in Week 8

Rams special teams woes continue: Kicker Blake Grupe placed on injured reserve after knee injury — 4:59 PM ET Grupe suffered the injury while making a tackle on a kickoff

49ers vs. Commanders SGP: 'Monday Night Football' same-game parlay picks, bets, props from SportsLine AI — 4:50 PM ET SportsLine's machine-learning AI reveals its 'Monday Night Football' SGP for Washington vs. San Francisco

Serie A hot takes: It's time for Juventus and Napoli to find new coaches after rough starts — 4:45 PM ET Elsewhere, Lazio are still one of the most surprising sides of the season so far

Use DraftKings promo code to get $200 in bonus bets, free NBA League Pass for Commanders vs. 49ers, MNF — 4:38 PM ET DraftKings offers $200 in bonus bets and three free months of NBA League Pass after your first $5 wager for Commanders vs. 49ers on Monday Night Football

'Monday Night Football' prediction, odds, time: 49ers vs. Commanders picks by expert who's on 19-5 roll — 4:35 PM ET Micah Roberts reveals his picks for Washington Commanders vs. San Francisco 49ers in the 2026 Week 6 'Monday Night Football' matchup

How CJ Carr's rough night vs. BYU raises new doubts about Notre Dame's title ceiling — 4:32 PM ET The Notre Dame quarterback struggled downfield against an elite defense, leaving the Irish with no room for error as an early-November clash with No. 1 Miami looms

2026 MLB playoff bracket: Schedule and scores as Rays take ALCS lead, Guardians facing elimination in Game 6 — 4:19 PM ET The Brewers await the winner of the Rays vs. Guardians ALCS before the Fall Classic gets underway

NFL DFS, 49ers vs. Commanders: Top daily Fantasy picks, lineups, advice for 'Monday Night Football' — 4:17 PM ET DFS millionaire Mike McClure shares his top daily Fantasy picks and lineups for Washington vs. San Francisco on 'MNF'

John Harbaugh provides update on Giants' QB situation between JJ McCarthy, Jameis Winston — 4:08 PM ET McCarthy made his Giants debut on Sunday after Jameis Winston was benched

Motor Sports Betting Guide 2026: Best F1 Racing Sites & Apps — 4:04 PM ET Your 2026 guide to motorsports betting, covering F1 and NASCAR, the best betting apps and expert tips on how to bet on every race.

Commanders vs. 49ers prediction, odds, time: 'Monday Night Football' picks by proven model — 4:04 PM ET SportsLine's model has revealed its San Francisco 49ers vs. Washington Commanders picks for 'Monday Night Football'

SEC midseason grades: Kentucky's 'A+' is best in class, while Texas and Texas A&M disappoint — 4:03 PM ET Individual grades on the midseason report card for every team in the SEC

Champions League expert picks, predictions, best bets: PSG vs. Barca to bring goals but is there a favorite? — 4:02 PM ET Check out all the picks from our experts as the Champions League league phase rolls on

Best horse racing betting sites: Where to bet on 2026 horse racing — 4:01 PM ET Discover the best horse racing betting sites for 2026, plus how to bet on horse racing online, bet types, and expert tips.

Jalen Hurts expected to miss rest of 2026 season after blood clots found in lungs — 3:36 PM ET The Eagles quarterback is clinically stable and expected to make a full recovery, but he cannot participate in contact activities

HQ PM Newsletter 10/19/2026 — 3:36 PM ET What to watch Monday: Commanders-49ers MNF, Rays try to close out Guardians in ALCS

NFL suspends Bills' C.J. Gardner-Johnson for spitting on Raiders' Brock Bowers — 3:34 PM ET Gardner-Johnson was ejected during Sunday's game vs. the Raiders and will forfeit money and playing time

Today's top games to watch, best bets, odds: Guardians vs. Rays ALCS Game 6, Commanders vs. 49ers on MNF, more — 3:32 PM ET Find best bets for the biggest games in sports on Monday from the SportsLine Projection Model and top CBS Sports experts

Rams face historic Super Bowl challenge after stunning 2-4 start, but schedule offers path back — 3:31 PM ET No team has ever stood in the Rams' position and proceeded to win the Super Bowl

Chuck Amato dies at 80: Legendary NC State coach led Wolfpack to 11-win campaign in 2002 season — 3:29 PM ET A beloved figure in Raleigh, he led the Wolfpack to a program-record 11 wins in 2002, developed Philip Rivers and helped win two national championships under Bobby Bowden at Florida State

Fantasy basketball Week 1 start/sit: Start VJ Edgecombe, bench Jrue Holiday, plus opening schedule breakdown — 3:25 PM ET How new-look rosters and opening-week schedules impact your lineup, including key start and sit targets across the league

Cowboys' Stephen Jones addresses Brian Schottenheimer's job status after team's 2-4 start — 3:14 PM ET Dallas is 10-13 under Schottenheimer after a lackluster loss against the Packers on Sunday

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Lampard 'proud' of Coventry performance in defeat to Spurs — 5:41 PM ET Coventry City head coach Frank Lampard speaks on his pride in his side's performance, despite a loss away to struggling Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League.

How have Canada closed gap to world champions England? — 5:38 PM ET Forty-one matches, four years and one Rugby World Cup triumph - but England's unbeaten run is over. So how did Canada close the gap to the Red Roses?

Ronaldo given 30-day suspension and £215 fine by Portuguese FA — 5:34 PM ET Cristiano Ronaldo is given a 30-day suspension by the Portuguese Football Federation after leaving his country's international camp last month.

Spurs beat Coventry to earn first league win of the season — 5:33 PM ET Tottenham Hotspur record their first Premier League win of the season and move off the bottom of the table with a home victory over Coventry City.

Maddison shines on return - Tottenham v Coventry ratings — 5:05 PM ET How Spurs and Coventry City's players rated following their Premier League match.

Svitolina says emotional toll of Ukraine war led to Monfils separation — 5:02 PM ET The two top tennis pros married in 2021 and have one child together.

Building Lionesses 2.0 - Wiegman's new challenge awaits — 4:15 PM ET England head coach Sarina Wiegman has changed women's football in the country, so what does she face after signing a contract extension?

Liverpool and Man Utd eye Nmecha - Tuesday's gossip — 4:15 PM ET Liverpool and Manchester United are interested in Borussia Dortmund midfielder Felix Nmecha, plus the rest of Tuesday's gossip.

Palace manager Sage facing fight to keep his job — 3:32 PM ET Crystal Palace boss Pierre Sage faces a fight to keep his job, but will be given more time.

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Davies ensures Spurs off the bottom after first win of season against Coventry — 5:05 PM ET Tottenham are level with Beyoncé at last. Progress is represented in Roberto De Zerbi’s side earning only their sixth home win in the Premier League since November 2024. Cynics will point out that th…

Cristiano Ronaldo receives 30-day suspension and £215 fine over Portugal walkout — 4:34 PM ET Disciplinary council upholds charge against 41-year-oldFifa suspends Egypt’s Hossam Hassan and Mostafa ZikoCristiano Ronaldo has been suspended for 30 days by the Portuguese ⁠FA after leaving the nat…

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Role Model Shouts Out Jake Shane and Renee Rapp, Channels Chuck Timely on Final North American Tour Date: Concert Report — 5:37 PM ET Without stretching the metaphor too far, Chuck Timely’s hourglass was closer to running out than he might have thought: While the second of two Los Angeles dates of Role Model’s “Chuck on Tour” jaunt…

Michael Douglas Says Marvel ‘Wouldn’t Let Me’ Quit After Asking Studio for ‘Ant-Man’ Character to Be Killed Off — 5:10 PM ET Michael Douglas reached his limit playing Hank Pym (the original Ant-Man) after two Marvel movies, but the studio refused to grant him his wish when he asked for the character to be killed off. The O…

Jaafar Jackson on Playing His Uncle in ‘Michael,’ Losing the Original Third Act and the Upcoming Sequel: ‘My Job Is to Come Prepared’ — 5:01 PM ET Two years before a frame of “Michael” was shot, Jaafar Jackson wrote down a list of goals. One was to beat “Bohemian Rhapsody” and cross $1 billion at the worldwide box office. He did both. Antoine F…

Elizabeth Holmes Exposé Book ‘Bad Blood’ Returns to Bestseller Lists Following Nathan Fielder Doc — 5:00 PM ET Eight years after its publication, John Carreyrou’s “Bad Blood” is getting another moment in the spotlight — this time courtesy of Nathan Fielder. The Wall Street Journal reporter’s bestselling expos…

Fox Corp. Top Lawyer Adam Ciongoli Is Exiting, Nick Trutanich to Take Over as General Counsel — 4:31 PM ET Fox Corp. said Adam Ciongoli, chief legal and policy officer, will not renew his contract — and that he will step down from the role effective Dec. 1. Ciongoli will serve as a special adviser to Fox…

Kris Bowers Set to Compose Original Score For Disney’s Animated Feature ‘Hexed’ (EXCLUSIVE) — 3:48 PM ET Academy Award winning composer Kris Bowers is set to score the music for the upcoming Disney animated feature “Hexed.” The film stars Hailee Steinfeld, Rashida Jones, Jodie Foster and Walton Goggins…

Hunter Schafer Reveals She Had Gender-Affirming Bottom Surgery — 3:47 PM ET Hunter Schafer has undergone bottom surgery, the “Euphoria” star revealed. “I just had bottom surgery in December, which was amazing, and I love it so much,” Schafer told Elle magazine, referring to…

‘Sense and Sensibility’ Screenwriter on Book-to-Screen Changes and Why Jane Austen Is So Adaptable: ‘She’s Almost Like Shakespeare’ — 3:34 PM ET Diana Reid has more to say about “Sense and Sensibility.” The screenwriter for Georgia Oakley’s 2026 adaptation starring Daisy Edgar-Jones and Esmé Creed-Miles grew up watching the 1995 version, from…

Richard Riehle, Character Actor in ‘Office Space,’ ‘Star Trek,’ ‘Bridesmaids’ and More, Dies at 78 — 3:17 PM ET Richard Riehle, known for playing Tom Smykowski in “Office Space” and many other character actor roles, died of natural causes Oct. 15 in Los Angeles, Variety has confirmed. He was 78. Riehle was bor…

📰 Hollywood Reporter (6 stories)

How to Watch the Record-Breaking ‘Celebrity Traitors’ U.K. Online From the States — 5:44 PM ET The second season airs twice a week on Thursdays and Fridays at 8:00 p.m. U.K. time (12 p.m. PT/3 p.m. ET).

Victoria Justice on Releasing a Remixed “Love Zombie,” a Viral Hit 15 Years in the Making — 5:07 PM ET The actress-singer-songwriter also opens up about why she asked to be released from her label and go independent.

Nicolas Cage Is Unrecognizable in ‘Best Pancakes in the County’ Trailer — 4:56 PM ET Justin Long and Shelley Hennig also star Ken Sanzel's crime thriller that hits theaters next month.

Richard Riehle, ‘Office Space’ Actor, Dies at 78 — 4:17 PM ET The mustachioed character actor also was memorable in ‘The Fugitive,’ ‘Glory,’ ‘Casino,’ ‘Deuce Bigalow: Male Gigolo’ and ‘Grounded for Life.’

Charli xcx Brings Out Chappell Roan, Adéla Across Two-Night Stand at Los Angeles’ Kia Forum — 3:12 PM ET The singer-songwriter's arena tour is in support of her latest album, 'Music, Fashion, Film.'

📰 New York Times (5 stories)

‘Yuri!!! On Ice': Before ‘Heated Rivalry,’ This Sports Romance Shocked Japan — 4:42 PM ET The anime series “Yuri!!! On Ice” broke taboos, but brought so much more to the table.

Apu Returns to ‘The Simpsons’ With a New Voice Actor — 4:22 PM ET After almost a decade away from Springfield, the character returned to show, this time voiced by a South Asian actor rather than a white man.

Peter Nagy, Visionary Artist Turned Art Dealer, Dies at 66 — 4:08 PM ET After an early career in New York City, where he co-founded one of the first artist-run galleries, he fell in love with India and uprooted his life.

Two Nights at Saint Vitus, the Metal Mecca of Brooklyn — 3:58 PM ET Over two nights at Saint Vitus, the newly reopened venue, generations of metalheads made their pilgrimage.

Jenny Holzer Resurrects the Past to Lament the Present — 3:53 PM ET Excerpts from archival letters and diaries were the basis for a number of the works in the American artist’s solo show at Paris’s Musée d’Orsay.

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Aberfan: The Village That Fought Back review – the contempt they have faced to get justice is sickening
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As we witness the endless indignities these grieving families have endured in the six decades since the mining disaster, it is impossible not to turn red with rage‘I’d like to have known her that bit…

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