⚡ News Roundup: 250 Stories from 18 Outlets — Past 3h (as of 6:00 PM ET, Oct 29)

Reddit shares sink on weak sales guidance and plans login requirement test as Google search traffic shrinks — CNBC, 6:00 PM ET Reddit posts third-quarter earnings and reveals plans to require all users to create official accounts as Google search traffic shrinks

Skydance Reveals Key TV and Streaming Leadership Roles — Hollywood Reporter, 5:58 PM ET As part of the changes in JB Perrette's team, multiple former direct-to-consumer and streaming executives for Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount Skydance are departing.

Senate Democrats’ top super PAC spends in South Carolina for the first time — Politico, 5:58 PM ET Senate Majority PAC is running digital ads in support of Democrat Annie Andrews in her race against GOP Sen. Darline Graham.

Skydance’s JB Perrette Reveals His Full Leadership Team, Announces Departures of Several Execs Not Joining Following the Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger — Variety, 5:58 PM ET Skydance’s JB Perrette, who now serves as co-chair and chief business officer of Skydance TV and Skydance Direct-to-Consumer, has unveiled his new executive org structure — and announced several depa…

Amazon posts negative free cash flow of $42.4 billion, holds 2026 capex unchanged — CNBC, 5:57 PM ET Amazon reported third-quarter earnings on Thursday after the bell.

Patrick Stewart, ‘Star Trek’ Captain and Professor X on ‘X-Men,’ Dies at 86 — New York Times, 5:56 PM ET The British actor was 86. He achieved pop-culture stardom as Capt. Jean-Luc Picard on “Star Trek: The Next Generation.”

Red Wings Interim GM Shawn Horcoff Makes Statement On Dylan Larkin — Yahoo Sports, 5:54 PM ET Detroit Red Wings GM Shawn Horcoff has released a statement on Dylan Larkin.

Patrick Stewart, ‘Star Trek’ Captain and Professor X on ‘X-Men,’ Dies at 86 — 5:56 PM ET The British actor was 86. He achieved pop-culture stardom as Capt. Jean-Luc Picard on “Star Trek: The Next Generation.”

Here’s the latest. — 5:54 PM ET

Trump Administration Pressures California With Expanded Voter Fraud Investigation — 5:52 PM ET The department has issued grand jury subpoenas to local election officials as part of a widening effort to prove unsubstantiated claims about large numbers of illegal voters in the state.

Judge Orders Trump Officials to Outline Election Demands Sent to States — 5:46 PM ET A federal judge gave the government until noon on Friday to share which states had received letters trying to enlist them in an effort to find evidence of voter fraud.

Americans Keep Spending — 5:43 PM ET Also, Patrick Stewart dies at 86. Here’s the latest at the end of Thursday.

I Can Hear Everything — 5:40 PM ET The world can be tough to navigate with one working ear. Even now with two, I still face challenges.

Why Miami Is a Destination for Latin America’s Political Exiles — 5:36 PM ET The city’s Hispanic majority, news media reach and air links to Latin America have made it an ideal base for politicians escaping their home countries.

U.S. Expels Cuban Diplomat After Fiery Showdown at United Nations — 5:35 PM ET Tensions have risen between the United States and Cuba as the Trump administration tries to force the island’s Communist government to make drastic changes.

Court Blocks Strict New Rule for Medicaid Work Requirements — 5:32 PM ET States had sued the Trump administration, arguing that a regulation would unlawfully cause very sick Americans to lose their coverage. A federal judge agreed.

After Crash, Spain Asks if Its Train System Is Too Old and Prone to Human Error — 5:32 PM ET After the country’s second major rail disaster in a year, Spaniards were confronting questions about the safety of their once-vaunted rail system.

She Was Arrested After Leaving Her Kids for Days. It Sparked a Debate. — 5:28 PM ET A Florida sheriff’s office arrested a mother who had left her children home alone for days to go on a work trip, reigniting the debate over when parents act irresponsibly.

A Sailor Jumped From the U.S.S. Lincoln. The Navy Punished Him. — 5:22 PM ET The case offers a rare look at the military’s handling of mental health issues during extended deployments.

Intel’s Shares Plunge 20% as A.I. Hinders Some Parts of Its Business — 5:17 PM ET The chipmaker, whose largest investor is the U.S. government, reported that the A.I. boom’s domino effect had hurt sales to personal computer makers.

Cuba’s Foreign Minister: We’ll Outlast Trump — 5:12 PM ET The Trump administration is carrying out the most intense pressure campaign on Cuba in decades. The Cuban government says its plan is simply to endure.

U.S. GDP Increased 3.4% in Third Quarter — 5:10 PM ET The economy grew 3.4 percent in the third quarter, the fastest pace in a year. Strong spending and growth contrast with the poor marks many voters are giving the economy.

After Reinventing Mathematics, Can A.I. Eradicate Computer Bugs? — 5:09 PM ET Using the same techniques that allowed A.I. technologies to crack a million-dollar math problem, researchers are building new systems that aim to solve the world’s cybersecurity crisis.

Polymarket and Kalshi Turn Midterm Elections Into a Multimillion Dollar Market — 5:08 PM ET Betting markets like Polymarket and Kalshi have transformed America’s democracy into a new kind of casino.

Bostonians Compete to Be Their Airport’s New Voice — 5:06 PM ET By Christmas, the winning voice will echo through Boston Logan International in recorded greetings and announcements that millions of travelers will hear.

California’s High-Speed Rail Chief Quits Amid Questions About Spending — 5:03 PM ET Ian Choudri, the chief executive of the California High-Speed Rail Authority, stepped down weeks after state investigators questioned the spending of $600,000 by the agency.

Court to Rule on Australian Woman’s Appeal in Mushroom Murders Case — 5:00 PM ET Erin Patterson was sentenced to life in prison for killing three people, including her in-laws, who fell ill and died after a lunch of beef Wellington in 2023.

The New DNA Technology That Linked Ted Bundy to a 52-Year-Old Cold Case — 4:55 PM ET Software known as STRmix was instrumental in identifying Mr. Bundy’s DNA in a decades-old sample.

Big Tech’s Data Center Blitz Is Burning Through Cash and Scaring Wall Street — 4:53 PM ET Amazon on Thursday became the latest tech company to announce swelling investments in A.I. amid stumbling share prices.

2 College Students Are Found Dead on a Colorado Mountain — 4:52 PM ET They had set off last week for Ice Mountain, in the central part of the state. Search teams located their bodies on Wednesday after spotting a boot jutting out of the snow.

Homeland Security Leak Exposes More Than 41,000 Employees — 4:45 PM ET A nonprofit said it released the information to promote transparency about the Trump administration’s deportation campaign. Homeland security officials told workers they are reviewing the incident.

Venezuelan Opposition Leader Thanks Trump But Marks Distance from Washington — 4:43 PM ET Finally home in Caracas, María Corina Machado called for elections next year, and said her return was organized by her team, not any government.

What’s Next for Israel? Four Writers Decode the Election Results. — 4:37 PM ET A round table discussion on what the future holds for Israel and its government.

The Perils of Glittering Skylines — 4:31 PM ET Glass skyscrapers are transforming cities, but do they make sense in a world that’s getting hotter?

Patrick Stewart’s Many Roles, From ‘Star Trek’ to ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ — 4:30 PM ET The actor’s long and varied career included Shakespearean roles, “Star Trek: The Next Generation,” comedy and a stint in the Marvel Universe.

2026 Midterm Election Ballot Measures: What Races We’re Watching — 4:28 PM ET More than 140 statewide ballot measures will go before voters during the midterms. Here are the races we’re watching.

Jimmy Gomez at Risk of Losing Seat Amid Sexual Misconduct Inquiry — 3:53 PM ET Representative Jimmy Gomez, who represents a safe Democratic district, is facing an intraparty challenge from a progressive candidate.

Nvidia Chief, Jensen Huang, Is Seen as Target of Chinese Spy Plot — 3:27 PM ET A Chinese businesswoman who had a close relationship with Jensen Huang was found to be passing intelligence to Beijing. President Trump was briefed and took no action.

As Trump Faces Down the Midterms, a Grim Mood Takes Over the White House — 3:23 PM ET The White House has been rocked by turnover and anxiety over the midterms. The president, who is tightening his inner circle, has lashed out at critics, held meandering rallies and feasted on a diet…

Reddit shares sink on weak sales guidance and plans login requirement test as Google search traffic shrinks — 6:00 PM ET Reddit posts third-quarter earnings and reveals plans to require all users to create official accounts as Google search traffic shrinks

Amazon posts negative free cash flow of $42.4 billion, holds 2026 capex unchanged — 5:57 PM ET Amazon reported third-quarter earnings on Thursday after the bell.

Intel stock plunges 16% as chipmaker blames PC slowdown for weak guidance — 5:55 PM ET Intel has been a Wall Street darling this year due to its emergence as a player in AI, but the company is being weighed down by a struggling PC market.

IRS CEO Bisignano donates to Trump Accounts in his childhood Brooklyn ZIP code — 5:55 PM ET IRS CEO Frank Bisignano has donated to Trump Accounts for Brooklyn kids from his hometown ZIP code. Here's what families need to know.

Rivian third-quarter earnings beat estimates as software revenue, R2 deliveries rise — 5:52 PM ET Rivian also revised its 2026 guidance to mark expected improvements in its vehicle deliveries, pre-tax adjusted earnings and capital expenditures.

Alaska Gov. orders probe of Peltola Senate campaign's alleged recruitment of 2nd Sullivan — 5:42 PM ET Alaska's election could determine which party has a majority in the Senate. GOP Sen. Dan Sullivan faces a strong challenge from Democrat Mary Peltola.

Starbucks sales miss expectations, but its U.S. turnaround is gaining steam — 5:29 PM ET Starbucks' U.S. stores topped Wall Street's comparable sales expectations but its international business fell short of estimates.

Stocks making the biggest moves after hours: Amazon, Intel, Twilio, Reddit, Roblox & more — 5:19 PM ET Here are some of the companies making headlines in extended trading.

Some Polymarket user funds stolen by hackers; exchange referring matter to U.K. authorities — 4:30 PM ET The outage comes just days before the platform is expected to experience heightened trading during the U.S. midterm elections.

Dow loses 100 points, S&P 500 snaps 3-day advance as Alphabet and Caterpillar tank: Live updates — 4:18 PM ET Alphabet reported a disappointing third quarter, and shares tumbled.

Alphabet tanks nearly 13% for worst day ever, losing $500 billion in value — 4:15 PM ET Alphabet reported a larger negative free cash flow than analysts had expected while maintaining its spending gudiance for the year.

Norwegian shares surge 13% on earnings beat, guidance raise — 4:14 PM ET Norwegian said the company's bookings had "improved modestly" but remain below its optimal range.

Aon CEO warns AI data center insurance risks could threaten financing — 4:12 PM ET Aon CEO Greg Case said concentration risk at AI data centers could constrain insurance capacity and alter financing for new projects.

ServiceNow shares plunge 27% to worst day ever after earnings revive AI disruption fears — 4:02 PM ET ServiceNow's stock recorded its worst day ever on underwhelming third-quarter results.

Firm that correctly called the AI rally slowdown says here's where to hide out — 3:59 PM ET Whether or not the artificial intelligence trade is in a bubble, there are defensive parts of the market to hide in if it bursts, according to Capital Economics.

Cruise companies aim to keep fuel costs down. Their strategies for doing so differ — 3:36 PM ET Carnival is cutting fuel use, while Royal Caribbean and Norwegian rely on "hedging" to keep fuel costs down amid conflict in the Middle East.

Jim Cramer: Why investors are punishing Alphabet and giving Microsoft a pass — 3:30 PM ET Microsoft is faring better because of its financial spending, Jim Cramer said Thursday, a day after earnings.

Nvidia responds to report Jensen Huang was target of Chinese asset, says diversion allegations were 'investigated and debunked' — 3:16 PM ET Nvidia disputed a New York Times report that U.S. intelligence agencies surveilled a person close to CEO Jensen Huang over concerns she could be a Chinese spy.

West Pharma earnings show it's more than a GLP-1 play. Why we see more upside — 3:12 PM ET Since CNBC highlighted the stock's attractive valuation in August, shares have gained around 20%. Why we expect more upside ahead.

Google value plunges by $500bn as AI fears rattle Wall Street — 5:52 PM ET Google spooked investors so badly that its stock hit a six-month low, after it revealed its AI search summaries were affecting ad revenue.

Young athlete and former minister among victims of Spain train crash — 5:33 PM ET As some of the victims' names are released publicly, an outpouring of grief and anger is sweeping across Spain.

Alaska governor orders probe into Democratic campaign's alleged links to same-name candidate — 5:31 PM ET The Republican governor was responding to allegations in the New York Times that Democrats recruited a spoiler candidate, Dan Sullivan.

'Continue your journey': Key moments of leaked Spain train crash audio — 4:50 PM ET Recordings between a control centre and the train drivers appear to show one train was given clearance to move even though another train had stalled on the track.

Watch: What leaked audio reveals about Spain train crash — 4:50 PM ET Recordings between a control centre and the train drivers appear to show one train was given clearance to move even though another train had stalled on the track.

King Charles arrives in Guyana as Bahamas visit declared 'diplomatic success' — 4:35 PM ET As the King left the Bahamas his spokesman said the islands had "a special place in the King's heart".

Zverev seals world number one spot after win — 4:25 PM ET Alexander Zverev will replace Jannik Sinner as men’s world number one at his earliest opportunity after reaching the Vienna quarter-finals.

Sir Patrick Stewart: Actor who moved effortlessly between Star Trek and Shakespeare — 4:24 PM ET The English actor began his career on stage before finding fame as the captain of the USS Enterprise.

Israeli opposition accuses Netanyahu of trying to 'delegitimise' election — 4:21 PM ET The PM's Likud party has alleged foreign interference and said Arab-led parties "stole" the election after his coalition lost its majority.

Israeli opposition accuses Netanyahu of trying to 'delegitimise' election — 4:21 PM ET The PM's Likud party has alleged foreign interference and said Arab-led parties "stole" the election after his coalition lost its majority.

'The city is alive': A brief peace in Kherson, but residents fear what comes next — 4:05 PM ET A temporary ceasefire has brought rare quiet to Kherson, offering its residents a glimpse of normal life before fighting resumes.

'The city is alive': A brief peace in Kherson, but residents fear what comes next — 4:05 PM ET A temporary ceasefire has brought rare quiet to Kherson, offering its residents a glimpse of normal life before fighting resumes.

Jury shown CCTV of Huntingdon train staff using frying pan in defence — 4:02 PM ET A train crew member shows "sheer courage and bravery in seeking to save lives", a court hears.

More than 43 million ballots cast so far in midterms early voting surge — 3:50 PM ET Hispanic voters have helped drive the early voting numbers, which appear to outpace overall turnout for previous elections in some battleground counties.

Grealish dropped by Everton after 'breach of club discipline' — 3:31 PM ET Jack Grealish is left out of Everton's Carabao Cup tie with Newcastle United on Thursday "due to a breach of club discipline".

Grealish dropped by Everton after 'breach of club discipline' — 3:31 PM ET Jack Grealish is left out of Everton's Carabao Cup tie with Newcastle United on Thursday "due to a breach of club discipline".

Paris suburb shooting suspect targeted people of Muslim or African appearance, prosecutor says — 3:19 PM ET Kevin T has been charged with murder and attempted murder in connection with a terrorist enterprise.

Burnham 'ready to support' Poundland staff as retailer faces collapse — 3:11 PM ET Poundland's bosses are filing a notice of intention to appoint administrators to the business.

Burnham 'ready to support' Poundland staff as retailer faces collapse — 3:11 PM ET Poundland's bosses are filing a notice of intention to appoint administrators to the business.

Palestinians face growing bans from Al-Aqsa as Israel tightens control — 5:16 PM ET As Israel renews a ban on Al-Aqsa imam, Islamic Waqf officials warn of shrinking authority at Muslim holy site.

Israel bans travel for Brad Lander after detention in occupied West Bank — 5:10 PM ET Israel has revoked travel authorisation for US Democratic congressional candidate Brad Lander after he was detained.

Real Madrid and FC Barcelona honour Spain train crash victims — 4:42 PM ET Spanish football clubs were among those to hold a minute’s silence for the victims of Wednesday’s train collision.

Palestinians injured, arrested in Israeli raids across West Bank — 4:40 PM ET This comes as more than 3,300 Palestinians are forced from homes in Hebron as Israel's military offensive continues.

Does Russia offer African countries an equal partnership? — 4:34 PM ET President Vladimir Putin hosts African leaders at a summit in Moscow.

Israel election result shows no overall majority as vote count complete — 4:22 PM ET Opposition explores options to form coalition as no party secures the 61 seats required for parliamentary majority.

Man targeted Muslims, Africans and North Africans, French prosecutors say — 4:00 PM ET Prosecutor Olivier Christen said suspect admitted that he chose the location because it was 'a hotbed for Islamists'.

Cornell begins no confidence vote over handling of alleged gang rape — 3:23 PM ET Faculty vote will continue until next Friday and could send message that school's president has lost their confidence.

Trump says won’t ‘take sides’ in Brazil election, but calls it a ‘disgrace’ — 3:21 PM ET Comments come after Trump ally Flavio Bolsonaro fled to Miami in US and claimed, without evidence, that vote was stolen.

Netanyahu attacks Palestinian-Israeli parties as he falls short of majority — 3:06 PM ET With all votes now counted, opposition parties could join forces with Palestinian-Israeli parties to unseat Netanyahu.

‘Arab voice doesn’t count’: Jewish Israeli blocs reject Palestinian support — 3:02 PM ET Palestinian voters could decide Israel’s future, but its political class refuses to accept their mandate

Pentagon fires general it says leaked classified information to media — 3:02 PM ET Army Lieutenant General Brett Sylvia was subject of investigation into leaking information about Iran and Ukraine.

Elon Musk is ‘truly a genius,’ says Vladimir Putin — 5:51 PM ET Putin said that he and Musk are in "close contact" about Rassvet, Russia's Starlink-like satellite connectivity project.

Amazon reported booming cloud revenue but otherwise missed expectations — 5:20 PM ET The biggest ouch of the report was its negative free cash flow of $2.4 billion.

GM reaches $220M settlement over selling drivers’ private data — 5:01 PM ET As part of the settlement, GM must get drivers’ express consent before it collects or shares their driving and location data.

Fan-fiction site Archive of Our Own could be offline for up to 4 weeks — 4:43 PM ET The site has such a passionate user base that, within two hours of the announcement, its status page's posts had garnered millions of views (and much panicked commentary) across social media.

As search traffic dries up, Reddit announces it’s shifting to a logged-in experience — 4:08 PM ET As AI transforms how people find information online, Reddit is rethinking its open-web roots to protect its audience and business.

Rivian expands joint venture with VW to include AI assistant — 4:05 PM ET Rivian doesn't disclose if the value of its $5.8 billion joint venture will expand as a result.

The R2 SUV is already Rivian’s best-selling vehicle — 4:02 PM ET Rivian is seeing strong enough sales of the new EV that it improved its guidance to Wall Street for the second time this year.

OpenAI-backed Thrive Holdings acquires ADT — 3:56 PM ET OpenAI-backed Thrive Holdings is buying ADT in a $15.3 billion deal, with plans to bring AI to the home security business.

Where was my invite to the — wait, what? Airbnb had a gala? — 3:17 PM ET Airbnb’s nonprofit held its inaugural gala on Wednesday in Los Angeles, and the internet had one reaction — the *what* gala?

Meta quietly launches an AI fashion app called Style Sketch — 3:14 PM ET The app connects to Instagram to build a virtual closet from photos you’ve already shared, or lets you add items manually by snapping a photo, recording a quick video, or uploading images from your c…

Trump again calls for prosecution of Mary Peltola as turmoil grows over Alaska campaign investigation – live — 5:47 PM ET ‘This is voter fraud at the highest level,’ president tells rally crowd in South Carolina; Alaska governor orders inquiry into Peltola campaign amid Republican outcryAlaska governor orders investigat…

Patrick Stewart, Star Trek actor and acclaimed thespian, dies aged 86 — 5:02 PM ET Star Trek: the Next Generation and X-Men actor died at his home after ‘a brief and poignant journey with Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy body dementia’Patrick Stewart – a life in picturesPatrick Stewart…

DHS cites risk to more than 40,000 personnel in effort to take leaked data offline — 4:35 PM ET The Department of Homeland Security asked an Icelandic hosting company to take down data obtained through hackThe US Department of Homeland Security (DHS) asked ⁠an Icelandic hosting company on Thurs…

DoJ reportedly issues subpoenas over same name Alaska candidates — 4:29 PM ET Democrat Mary Peltola’s campaign allegedly collaborated with party operatives to confuse voters in midtermsThe US justice department on Thursday is reported to have issued subpoenas in response to a…

Healey backs away from cutting welfare cost despite warnings of public finance shortfall — 4:02 PM ET Experts round on chancellor over ‘scattergun’ budget, saying he ducked big tax and spending decisionsJohn Healey has backed away from cutting the cost of welfare this parliament, amid dire warnings h…

Met refers itself to police watchdog over Meghan warning letter — 3:55 PM ET Move comes as Philippines police investigate alleged child sexual abuse images reportedly found at Thomas Markle Sr’s former homeThe Metropolitan police has referred itself to the police watchdog ove…

JD Vance letter may offer last chance to avert fresh conflict between US and Iran — 3:32 PM ET US vice-president writes to top Iranian security official in sign Washington has not abandoned diplomacyHopes of averting a major new conflagration between Iran and the US soon after Tuesday’s midter…

Seven oil tankers carrying 288,000 tonnes of Russian diesel sail towards US — 3:04 PM ET Tankers, tracked by Greenpeace, are first phase of Trump-Putin deal – but there is uncertainty over whether they will unloadSeven oil tankers carrying an estimated 288,000 tonnes of Russian diesel ar…

5 expert takeaways on 2026 midterm election security — 5:35 PM ET With Election Day around the corner, states have been working hard to prepare, with some adopting new congressional maps and voting rules on top of normal election security measures. PBS News' Liz La…

Hegseth fires the Pentagon's top military planner even as Trump considers new Iran strikes — 4:51 PM ET Army Lt. Gen. Brett Sylvia was the second general under Hegseth to be removed as head of strategy, plans and policy on the Joint Chiefs of Staff.

Patrick Stewart, star of stage and 'Star Trek,' dies at 86 — 4:02 PM ET Stewart was a classically trained stage actor who scaled the Shakespearean canon and added gravitas to a "Star Trek" franchise and the "X-Men" films.

Judge blocks Trump administration's Medicaid work requirement rule forcing proof of medical frailty — 3:53 PM ET Twenty-five states sued the Trump administration in June over the new Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services guidance tied to the 2025 law known as the "One Big Beautiful Bill."

How Trump's immigration crackdown sparked a backlash that could undermine Republicans' campaigns — 3:23 PM ET More Americans now disapprove of Trump's approach to immigration than approve of it, a striking turnaround that followed a nationwide crackdown.

Patrick Stewart has died at age 86 — 4:10 PM ET Patrick Stewart, best known for his roles in Star Trek and X-Men, has died at age 86. A message posted to Stewart's Instagram account says the actor died in his Los Angeles home on Wednesday "followi…

Reddit will force everyone to log in — 4:07 PM ET Reddit is announcing a huge shift: It's going to start requiring users to log in. Right now, you can browse Reddit without having an account, and the site is generally a great resource for crowdsourc…

Rivian’s R2 is officially its best-selling vehicle — 4:02 PM ET Rivian reported its third quarter earnings of 2026, providing us a closer look at the company's financial health as it ramps up production of its all-important R2 electric vehicle - which is now, for…

GM to pay $220 million to resolve claims it sold driving habits data — 3:19 PM ET General Motors has agreed to pay $220 million to settle claims that it illegally sold driver and location information to data brokers, as reported earlier by Reuters. The agreement, which resolves a…

Patrick Stewart, a perceptive patriarch in 'Star Trek' and 'X-Men,' dies at 86 — 4:29 PM ET Stewart was raised by an abusive father but became best known for playing kind, paternal leaders who united families of misfits.

What killed 500-plus penguins? How scientists solved the mystery — 4:03 PM ET The penguins that perished lived on the Danger Islands in Antarctica. The prime suspect was avian flu. Researchers were surprised by what they found.

Lost your spark? The "silent sister" of depression, and a quiz to spot her — 4:00 PM ET Always busy, but rarely joyful? Allison Aubrey and Juana Summers discuss a tool to spot "high functioning depression."

Windows 11 gets right-click menu improvements as PC revenue slides — 4:18 PM ET The latest update also brings a cloud recovery option for PCs that won't boot.

Pentagon IG refuses to investigate Starlink/Starshield slowdown in Ukraine — 4:08 PM ET Inspector general rejected request from Democratic and Republican senators.

Trump declares robot imports a national security threat — 3:07 PM ET President orders trade talks on foreign-made factory robots, threatens tariffs.

Watch live: Trump, first lady host Halloween event at White House — 5:47 PM ET President Trump and first lady Melania Trump will welcome trick-or-treaters to the White House on Thursday evening for the annual Halloween celebration. The event comes just hours after Trump returne…

Kansas, Maine Senate races neck-and-neck: CNN poll — 5:47 PM ET Democrats have narrow leads in two key Senate contests with just a few days until the election, a new poll shows. A new survey conducted by CNN/SSRS released Thursday found Democrats ahead in the Kan…

Republicans have knives out for Peltola as Democrats largely silent — 5:33 PM ET Republicans are out for blood following a report that former Rep. Mary Peltola’s (D-Alaska) campaign recruited “spoiler” candidates to run on the ballot and siphon votes away from incumbent Sen. Dan…

Trump administration's definition of 'medically frail' unlawful, according to federal judge — 5:19 PM ET A federal judge Thursday ruled that the Trump administration’s definition of “medically frail” used for Medicaid is unlawful, issuing a temporary injunction on states having to determine medical frai…

New World screwworm case reported in Arizona dog — 5:06 PM ET Arizona reported its first case of New World screwworm on Wednesday, making it the third state to be impacted by the parasite. The confirmed case was found in a domestic dog in Cochise County, Ariz.,…

Trump hammers culture war attacks on Andrews in final rally for Graham — 4:55 PM ET President Trump launched a barrage of culture war attacks Thursday against Democratic Senate nominee Annie Andrews during his third and final campaign rally for Sen. Darline Graham (R) in South Carol…

Bipartisan pair of Senators press Kalshi, Polymarket over election markets — 4:44 PM ET A bipartisan pair of senators are pressing Kalshi and Polymarket over prediction markets tied to the Nov. 3 midterm elections. “We write to express concerns about election-related prediction markets…

35 states, DC reach $220M settlement with General Motors over driver data privacy — 4:40 PM ET Automaker General Motors (GM) agreed to pay $220 million to settle a lawsuit with 35 states and Washington, D.C., which alleged the company sold drivers' data to insurance companies, several attorney…

Vance makes fiery closing pitch for Paxton: 'Texas is not surrendering a damn thing' — 4:28 PM ET WEATHERFORD, Texas — Vice President delivered a fiery closing pitch for Republican Senate candidate and Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton on Thursday, telling supporters the Lone Star State would not…

Platner drops f-bomb after being tracked down by reporter in Maine — 4:28 PM ET Disgraced former Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner dropped an f-bomb in response to questions from a New York Post reporter who tracked him down in his remote oceanside community in Maine. “Who t…

Finnish police launch criminal probe over forest cleared for Google data center — 4:25 PM ET Finnish police opened a criminal investigation Thursday into Google’s work on a planned data center in northern Finland after the company cleared hundreds of acres of forest without completing requir…

Hegseth, Mullin call Trump’s arch a ‘generational defense opportunity’ — 4:22 PM ET President Trump’s proposed triumphal arch would be a “generational defense opportunity,” Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin have argued in court declarati…

Mortgage rates fall to under 7.25 percent — 4:15 PM ET Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Mortgage rates fall to under 7.25 percent Mortgage rates declined f…

One issue, different bills: Energy costs shape key midterm races — 4:07 PM ET Diesel prices are squeezing Midwest farmers, while homeowners in the Northeast are worried about costly heating oil.

Live updates: Trump, Vance zip across South to shore up GOP votes — 3:42 PM ET With less than a week out until Election Day, candidates are attempting to leave their final mark on voters. President Trump held a lunchtime rally Thursday in Rock Hill, S.C., on the North Carolina…

Senate Democrats’ top super PAC spends in South Carolina for the first time — 5:58 PM ET Senate Majority PAC is running digital ads in support of Democrat Annie Andrews in her race against GOP Sen. Darline Graham.

Bill Foster cools on challenging Maxine Waters — 5:50 PM ET Foster has been considering a bid to topple Waters as the top House Financial Services Democrat.

Oklahoma’s next senator can be seated immediately after election, state AG rules — 5:42 PM ET Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond ruled that Sen. Alan Armstrong’s appointment should end when the next senator is elected and before the current session of the Senate concludes on Jan. 3.

Have Questions About the Midterm Elections? Ask Us Anything. — 5:19 PM ET Patrick Healy, an assistant managing editor at The Times, will answer your questions on Monday at 11:15 a.m. Let us know what’s on your mind in the comments.

National Constitution Center Names New Leader — 3:27 PM ET Hiram E. Chodosh, a former president of Claremont McKenna, will take the reins of the center charged by Congress to promote the Constitution and its principles.

Red Wings Interim GM Shawn Horcoff Makes Statement On Dylan Larkin — 5:54 PM ET Detroit Red Wings GM Shawn Horcoff has released a statement on Dylan Larkin.

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A.J. Brown injury update: Latest news on Patriots WR’s ankle & knee troubles — 5:52 PM ET A.J. Brown has been a bust so far for the Patriots and this latest injury update won't help that.

CBF runs physical conditioning course in Mato Grosso — 5:51 PM ET The CBF concluded a training course focused on physical conditioning this Thursday (29) in Cuiabá. Organized in partnership with CONMEBOL Evolución and the Mato Grosso Football Federation (FMF), the.…

FC Schalke 04 vs. RB Leipzig preview: Blues and Bulls desperate to end barren spells — 5:51 PM ET FC Schalke host RB Leipzig on matchday 8 of Bundesliga as both clubs are looking to end their respective poor streaks.Schalke 04Miron Muslić’s men are yet to score at Veltins Arena this season. Fol...

Soccer upstart Fleetwood hosts Everton next after prime minister watches his team win in League Cup — 5:50 PM ET LIVERPOOL, England (AP) — Fleetwood Town's reward for beating Arsenal in an English League Cup shock will be a meeting at home against Everton in the quarterfinals.Everton became the last team to adv…

Scottish football could end Saturday 3pm blackout in major broadcasting shake-up — 5:50 PM ET The 3pm blackout has been in place across the UK since the 1960s

Falcons mourn loss of 'visionary' former head coach June Jones — 5:49 PM ET Falcons put out statement mourning 'visionary' former head coach June Jones

Some Atlanta Dream fans play hooky to attend Game 6 of WNBA Finals — 5:45 PM ET Outside the new home of the Atlanta Dream on Thursday, 17,000-plus fans had a message for WNBA fans everywhere.

Podcast: How a PGA Tour caddie created his own college golf rankings — 5:45 PM ET With Burko in New Zealand for the Asia-Pacific Amateur, former Oregon State coach Jon Reehoorn joins Brentley as co-host. Reehoorn, who now caddies full-time for PGA Tour player Joel Dahmen, also wri…

Arsenal could make move for Monaco attacker in January — 5:45 PM ET Paris Brunner has been one of the finest young talents in Europe since breaking through at Borussia Dortmund, and he has been on Monaco’s books since 2024. The wonderkid is beginning to receive regu.…

Astros pitcher Tatsuya Imai makes obvious $18 million contract option decision — 5:44 PM ET Houston Astros right-hander Tatsuya Imai has reached a contract decision after an uneven first major league season that included time in the rotation and bullpen. The former Saitama Seibu Lions pitch…

Carabao Cup quarterfinal draw: Fixtures, ball numbers, key dates for next stage of 2026/27 EFL knockout tournament — 5:44 PM ET Ball numbers, what clubs are left in the competition, and when the Carabao Cup quarterfinal matches will eventually take place after a significant layoff.

AFC Team Takes Close Look at Former Steelers Offensive Lineman — 5:43 PM ET A former offensive lineman of the Pittsburgh Steelers could soon have a new home in the NFL.

Jack Grealish cut from Everton's Carabao Cup squad after 'discipline breach' — 5:43 PM ET Manchester City loanee Jack Grealish has been dropped from Everton's Carabao Cup squad for their fourth-round tie against Newcastle United after 'a breach of club discipline'

Mike McDaniel: "You have to produce results or there's gonna be heat" — 5:43 PM ET The Chargers' bye week began with head coach Jim Harbaugh not committing to keeping Mike McDaniel as the offensive play-caller.

Gabby Williams had the perfect response to questions about WNBA Finals Game 6 start time — 5:43 PM ET The Dream forced a Game 7 in the WNBA Finals during a Thursday matinee.

Vikings linebacker Blake Cashman has found his home in the middle of the NFL's most dominant defense — 5:42 PM ET (AP) — Blake Cashman faked a blitz at the line before dropping a couple of yards into coverage for the Minnesota Vikings and darting to his right and lunging to break up a third-and-short throw, forc…

Fleetwood to face Everton in EFL Cup quarters — 5:42 PM ET League Two Fleetwood Town will face Everton at Highbury in the quarter-finals of the EFL Cup.

Charley Hull Opens Up About Personal Life and Her Viral Moment — 5:41 PM ET See how Charley Hull built an $11.5 million career through nine wins and smart sponsorships. Learn about her personal struggles and rise to fame.

MHSAA pulls Grand Rapids Catholic Central from 2026 football playoffs — 5:41 PM ET Grand Rapids Catholic Central was pulled from the MHSAA football playoffs after finding the use of an ineligible player during the regular season.

Two players back at practice, one new DNP on Vikings' Thursday injury report — 5:40 PM ET Aaron Jones and Joe Huber were back on the practice field on Thursday for Minnesota.

Charles Leclerc defends Alex Albon after Fernando Alonso's scathing criticism — 5:40 PM ET Charles Leclerc has defended the standard of driving across the Formula 1 grid after Fernando Alonso's recent comments

Chelsea linked with Alexander-Arnold - Friday's gossip — 5:40 PM ET Trent Alexander-Arnold may become a target for Chelsea, Bournemouth's Alex Scott could also be heading to Stamford Bridge and Manchester United are looking at Leeds United striker Dominic Calvert-Lew…

Frosinone coach Alvini: ‘I believe football is entertainment, but focus is on safety first’ — 5:40 PM ET Massimiliano Alvini is relishing his record-breaking Frosinone after a 5-1 hammering of Lecce. ‘I believe that football is entertainment’ and his focus remains on Serie A safety.This team is makin...

Grealish dropped by Everton after 'breach of club discipline' — 5:40 PM ET Jack Grealish is left out of Everton's Carabao Cup tie with Newcastle United on Thursday "due to a breach of club discipline".

Full injury report for Joel Embiid, Sixers vs. Knicks in the NBA Cup — 5:39 PM ET Here is the full injury report for Joel Embiid and the Philadelphia 76ers as they take on the New York Knicks in the NBA Cup on Friday.

Philp, Herbst lead North, Smithsburg to WCPS cross country team titles — 5:39 PM ET North Hagerstown's Mackenzie Philp and Smithsburg's Dylan Herbst won individual titles and led their teams to WCPS championships this afternoon.

A 9:30 a.m. Valkyries game? S.F. fans showed up anyway - fried chicken and mimosas included — 5:38 PM ET "It's a strange time to have a game - I think most people are watching from work," said one fan of the early Thursday morning game in the WNBA Finals.

Knicks planning on declining Pacome Dadiet’s $5.37 million contract option — 5:38 PM ET After two relatively underwhelming seasons, the New York Knicks are reportedly declining third-year guard Pacome Dadiet’s contract option for the 2027-28 season, as per Shams Charania of ESPN. The de…

ESPN’s computer model reveals bold prediction for Ohio State-USC game — 5:37 PM ET Ohio State had a full week to come up with a plan to replace its starting quarterback. Whatever it does should be more than enough to handle a road test at USC on Saturday. That’s the opinion of the…

See Angel Reese's 'Matrix' look and other best fits from WNBA Finals Game 6 — 5:37 PM ET Angel Reese wore an all-black look straight out of "The Matrix" for Game 6 of the WNBA Finals where the Atlanta Dream forced the first ever Game 7.

EFL Cup: Everton beat Newcastle to reach quarter-finals - reaction — 5:37 PM ET Everton cruise past Newcastle to set up a Carabao Cup quarter-final meeting with League Two side Fleetwood.

George Pickens listed as limited again — 5:37 PM ET Cowboys WR George Pickens start off week with two straight limited practices

OHSAA removes Glenville from 2026 football playoffs amid investigation — 5:37 PM ET The OHSAA removed Glenville from the 2026 football postseason amid an ongoing investigation. Here's what to know.

Section 1 boys volleyball tournament seeds and schedule — 5:36 PM ET Here are the seeds and schedule for the Section 1 boys volleyball tournament.

June Jones, UH football’s winningest coach, dies — 5:36 PM ET June Jones, who led the University of Hawaii to one of the greatest turnarounds in college football history, died today in Oregon. Jones, 73, had suffered health issues this year and entered hospice…

Wisconsin High School Football: Level 2 predictions — 5:36 PM ET Level 2 of the Wisconsin high school football playoffs feature numerous big matchups Friday night. Here’s a look at some of the best, with predictions. Waukesha West (6-4) at New Richmond (10-0), 7 p…

Commanders vs. Eagles Thursday injury report: Javon Kinlaw still out — 5:35 PM ET Commanders defensive lineman Javon Kinlaw continues to miss time with a knee issue

Missouri RB Ahmad Hardy to make return vs. Arkansas — 5:35 PM ET Missouri All-American running back Ahmad Hardy is set to make his season debut against the Arkansas Razorbacks this weekend.

Suspended UTSA basketball coach passed out in car outside convenience store before DWI arrest — 5:35 PM ET Officers with the Corpus Christi Police Department found Austin Claunch passed out in a Mercedes Tuesday in the parking lot of a Stripes convenience store.

Rockets star remains downgraded ahead of Mavericks match — 5:35 PM ET It's looking like there's a chance Alperen Sengun could remain out against the Dallas Mavericks.

Fantasy Football Week 8 Start 'Em, Sit 'Em: Josh Jacobs vs. D'Andre Swift — 5:35 PM ET Evaluating who fantasy managers should play this week between Packers RB Josh Jacobs and Bears RB D'Andre Swift.

‘Historic,’ ‘No Caitlin Clark Fan Can Slander Her Again’ – WNBA World Hypes Up Angel Reese’s Performance As Dream Force Game 7 vs. Valkyries — 5:35 PM ET The first Game 7 in WNBA Finals history is officially set after Angel Reese helped the Atlanta Dream defeat the Golden State Valkyries in Game 6. While the controversial early-afternoon start time ge…

Brother of former Barcelona star spotted training with Hansi Flick’s squad — 5:35 PM ET The brother of ex-Barcelona star Pau Víctor was afforded a call-up to training alongside the rest of Hansi Flick’s senior squad on Thursday morning.This comes as the Blaugrana coaching staff work t...

Cundy's 20-year reign as world champion ends — 5:34 PM ET Jody Cundy's 20-year reign as para cycling's C4 kilo time trial world champion was ended by Australian Korey Boddington.

‘His Vertical Route Tree Would Complement (Puka) Nacua’ — NFL Analyst Urges Rams To Pursue Trade for Pro Bowl WR After Davante Adams’ Injury — 5:34 PM ET The Los Angeles Rams entered the 2026 NFL Draft with wide receiver as the most common first-round projection from analysts. Of course, the Rams surprised everyone by selecting quarterback Ty Simpson…

Charles Leclerc reveals what he really wants from final five F1 races of 2026 — 5:34 PM ET The Ferrari driver says wins matter more than beating George Russell and co to second in the drivers’ championship

Purdue volleyball's Kenna Wollard provides update on health status — 5:34 PM ET After an All-American season for an Elite Eight team last season, Kenna Wollard has not played this season for Purdue volleyball.

Indiana Fever’s Championship Ambitions Face a Test as Caitlin Clark Era Demands Greater Investment — 5:33 PM ET The Indiana Fever are indeed a commercial powerhouse in the WNBA, ranking among the league’s top franchises in total annual revenue. And, of course, much of the reason behind that success can be trac…

Panthers vs. Packers odds, first touchdown scorer picks, predictions for NFL Week 8 Thursday Night Football — 5:53 PM ET Here's a look at the prediction markets at Kalshi for the first touchdown scorer in Panthers vs. Packers on TNF

Ahmad Hardy returning for Missouri: Star RB set for season debut after recovering from gunshot wound — 5:48 PM ET Hardy has recovered from a gunshot wound he suffered in the offseason and will see action on Saturday against Arkansas

NFL DFS, Packers vs. Panthers: Top daily Fantasy picks, lineup advice for 'Thursday Night Football' — 5:47 PM ET DFS millionaire Mike McClure shares his top daily Fantasy picks and advice for Green Bay vs. Carolina on 'Thursday Night Football'

Panthers vs. Packers prediction, odds, time: 'Thursday Night Football' picks from proven model — 5:46 PM ET SportsLine's model has revealed its Carolina Panthers vs. Green Bay Packers picks for 'Thursday Night Football'

Hawks vs. Cavaliers odds, prediction, time: 2026 NBA picks for Thursday, Oct. 29 from proven model — 5:45 PM ET SportsLine's model reveals its Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Atlanta Hawks best bets for Thursday

Fantasy football Week 8 PPR Cheat Sheet: Dave Richard pins down Lamar Jackson outlook, start/sit decisions — 5:42 PM ET With teams on bye and injuries piling up, navigate tricky lineup calls with confidence scores on a 1-10 scale for every relevant player across the league

Week 8 Fantasy football Injuries: Lamar Jackson expected back for real this time, DJ Moore uncertain — 5:32 PM ET A full practice puts the Ravens star on track for a prime matchup against Buffalo, plus updates on Saquon Barkley, A.J. Brown, Rashee Rice and more banged-up stars

James Madison vs. Troy prediction, odds: 2026 Week 9 college football Thursday picks from proven model — 5:30 PM ET SportsLine's model has locked in its best bets for Thursday's Sun Belt Conference college football matchup between Troy Trojans vs. James Madison Dukes

North Texas vs. FAU prediction, odds, time: Week 9 college football Thursday picks from proven model — 5:30 PM ET SportsLine's model revealed its best bets for Thursday's American Conference matchup of the North Texas Mean Green vs. FAU Owls

Dream ride energy of sold-out Atlanta crowd to rediscover their swagger, force first Game 7 in WNBA history — 5:27 PM ET The circumstances of a Thursday afternoon game weren't ideal, but the Dream -- and the Atlanta crowd -- rose to the occasion

Could the Big Ten turn to NFL-style scheduling model? Ohio State AD Ross Bjork hints at change — 5:06 PM ET According to Bjork, the Big Ten is exploring a dynamic new model that could go into effect in 2028

2026 WNBA Finals schedule: Dream cruise past Valkyries in Game 6, force first-ever Game 7 — 4:47 PM ET The Dream took care of business at home in Game 6, forcing the first Game 7 in WNBA Finals history on Saturday in San Francisco

Fantasy football rankings Week 8: Dave Richard's tough start/sit calls put Patrick Mahomes on the hot seat — 4:37 PM ET Patrick Mahomes faces another tough matchup, while Geno Smith and Michael Wilson offer Fantasy managers upside in Week 8

No. 9-ranked Reese Alston commits to LSU and gives Will Wade first five-star for 2027 recruiting cycle — 4:26 PM ET The son of former NBA player Rafer "Skip 2 My Lou" Alston, Reese is the third member of LSU's 2027 recruiting class, and the first five-star Wade has landed since returning

Kalshi cricket 2026: How to trade on cricket prediction markets — 4:04 PM ET You can use Kalshi prediction markets to trade event contracts during cricket matches

Georgia vs. Florida prediction, pick, odds, spread: Bulldogs, Gators renew rivalry with CFP, SEC stakes — 4:02 PM ET While the neutral venue has changed, the intensity will be the same when No. 3 Georgia meets No. 17 Florida

Minnesota vs. Indiana prediction, pick, odds, spread: Hoosiers hoping offense wakes up against Gophers — 4:02 PM ET The Hoosiers are big favorites, but can they get the offense on track against a quality Minnesota defense?

Ohio State vs. USC prediction, pick, odds, spread: Short-handed Buckeyes look to avoid road trap — 4:01 PM ET Ohio State starts its life without Julian Sayin on the road against a wounded USC team backed into a corner

Texas Tech vs. Arizona prediction, pick, odds, spread: Red Raiders face off against tough Wildcats team — 4:01 PM ET Noah Fifita leads the surging Wildcats into Lubbock against a reeling Red Raiders squad trying to stay in the Big 12 title race after an upset loss

Miami vs. North Carolina prediction, pick, odds, spread: Hurricanes defend No. 1 ranking vs. Bill Belichick — 4:00 PM ET Miami looks to stay unbeaten against a sneaky-good North Carolina team on the road

Jason Kelce rants, calls out refs over unnecessary roughness penalty on Giants' Cam Skattebo — 3:55 PM ET The Kelce brothers did not mince words when they voiced displeasure with the NFL's officials

Best horse racing betting sites: Where to bet on 2026 Breeders' Cup — 3:44 PM ET Discover the best horse racing betting sites for the 2026 Breeders' Cup, plus how to bet on horse racing online, bet types, and expert tips.

Motor Sports Betting Guide 2026: Best F1 Racing Sites & Apps — 3:36 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.

HQ PM Newlsetter 10/29/2026 — 3:34 PM ET What to watch Thursday: Panthers-Packers TNF plus NBA, NHL best bets

June Jones dies at 73: Pioneer coach produced innovative offenses at SMU, Hawaii and the NFL's Atlanta Falcons — 3:33 PM ET A pioneer of the run-and-shoot offense, Jones engineered historic turnarounds at Hawaii and SMU while mentoring record-setting passers Timmy Chang and Colt Brennan

Today's top games to watch, best bets, odds: Panthers vs. Packers, Kings vs. Pelicans and more — 3:30 PM ET Find best bets and props for the biggest games in sports on Thursday from the SportsLine Projection Model and top CBS Sports experts

'Thursday Night Football' prediction, odds, time: Packers vs. Panthers picks by expert who's on a 50-20 run — 3:20 PM ET R.J. White reveals his picks for Carolina Panthers vs. Green Bay Packers in the 2026 Week 8 'Thursday Night Football' matchup

From last place to the playoffs: How the Philadelphia Union pulled off MLS's most stunning turnaround — 3:17 PM ET Sitting in last place with just seven points at the World Cup break, Philadelphia racked up an MLS-best 40 points over 17 matches behind tactical adjustments and a youth movement led by Cavan Sullivan

Power Four conference championship game scenarios: Anyone's guess in SEC, ACC paths narrow — 3:02 PM ET With more than half the season done, there's still only one clear-cut favorite across the Power Four conference title races

Chelsea linked with Alexander-Arnold - Friday's gossip — 5:40 PM ET Trent Alexander-Arnold may become a target for Chelsea, Bournemouth's Alex Scott could also be heading to Stamford Bridge and Manchester United are looking at Leeds United striker Dominic Calvert-Lew…

What have we learned from first round of Premiership? — 4:53 PM ET With every team having now faced one another in the Scottish Premiership, BBC Sport Scotland assesses the key things we have learned so far.

Cundy's 20-year reign as world champion ends — 4:27 PM ET Jody Cundy's 20-year reign as para cycling's C4 kilo time trial world champion was ended by Australian Korey Boddington.

Zverev seals world number one spot after win — 4:25 PM ET Alexander Zverev will replace Jannik Sinner as men’s world number one at his earliest opportunity after reaching the Vienna quarter-finals.

Grealish dropped by Everton after 'breach of club discipline' — 3:31 PM ET Jack Grealish is left out of Everton's Carabao Cup tie with Newcastle United on Thursday "due to a breach of club discipline".

Dream win to set up WNBA Finals decider — 3:12 PM ET Atlanta Dream deny the Golden State Valkyries their first WNBA Finals victory after an 80-69 win forces the series into a seventh and deciding game on Sunday.

Manchester City 1-1 Paris Saint-Germain: Women’s Champions League – live — 5:54 PM ET ⚽ Women’s Champions League updates; kick-off 8pm GMT⚽ Live scores | Read Moving the Goalposts | Mail Sarah4 min: City have the first real chance as they try and find Shaw in the box but Karchaoui mar…

Everton 3-1 Newcastle: Carabao Cup fourth round – live — 5:48 PM ET ⚽ Everton dispatch the 2025 winners without too much fuss⚽ Grealish misses last-16 tie over ‘breach of discipline’2 min: Dewsbury-Hall shoots. Deflected. Nothing comes of the corner. Everton are play…

Inter and Milan unveil plans for new shared stadium to replace San Siro — 5:46 PM ET Generali Stadium will have 71,500-seat capacityInter fans protest the plans outside gala eventInternazionale and Milan have unveiled plans for their new Generali Stadium, which will replace the share…

Everton drop Jack Grealish from Carabao Cup tie over ‘breach of club discipline’ — 3:23 PM ET England player left out of squad to face NewcastleGrealish is understood to have missed trainingJack Grealish has been dropped from the Everton squad for tonight’s Carabao Cup tie against Newcastle o…

Skydance Reveals Key TV and Streaming Leadership Roles — 5:58 PM ET As part of the changes in JB Perrette's team, multiple former direct-to-consumer and streaming executives for Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount Skydance are departing.

Disney and the NFL Unveil Limited-Edition Mickey and Friends Super Bowl LXI Merch — 5:48 PM ET Two fandoms collide, delivering exclusive apparel, accessories, collectibles and game day gear.

‘Clayface’ Breakout Star Tom Rhys Harries on Surviving a Multi-Day Screen Test — 5:45 PM ET The actor, now 36, was up against four other battle-tested peers for the lead role in the latest DC Universe venture.

Justin Long Joins Jenna Ortega, Rose Byrne in Drama ‘Nasty’ (Exclusive) — 5:41 PM ET Mary Bronstein ('If I Had Legs I'd Kick You') is directing for Warner Bros.’s specialty label Clockwork.

Byron Allen Sells His Stake in Starz — 5:01 PM ET The mogul acquired more than 10 percent of the company earlier this year in a deal with Steve Mnuchin.

Streaming Ratings Take on a Halloween Vibe With ‘Crystal Lake,’ ‘Carrie’ — 4:43 PM ET 'Hocus Pocus' and 'The Nightmare Before Christmas' also make their annual return to the movie chart.

William Shatner, Seth MacFarlane, Hugh Jackman, Kevin Feige, More Remember Patrick Stewart: “He Was a Singular Talent” — 4:32 PM ET The legendary actor, best known for his roles as Captain Jean-Luc Picard in 'Star Trek' and Professor X in 'X-Men,' died at 86.

Starz Shrinks Loss, Grows Revenue in Third Quarter Amid Digital-Led Transformation — 4:03 PM ET The now-solo premium cabler reiterated its 2026 outlook in key metrics as it charts a streaming TV future fueled by franchises like ‘Outlander’ and ‘Power.’

‘Mouthwashing’ Video Game Adaptation in the Works From Scott Derrickson, Karyn Kusama (Exclusive) — 4:00 PM ET Sony Pictures has picked up the film rights to the horror video game developed by Sweden-based Wrong Organ.

Patrick Stewart, ‘Star Trek’ Captain and ‘X-Men’ Superhero, Dies at 86 — 3:40 PM ET He’s forever known for playing Jean-Luc Picard and Charles Xavier, whom he “admired for their morality, for their kindness, for their sensitivity, for their compassion.”

Skydance’s JB Perrette Reveals His Full Leadership Team, Announces Departures of Several Execs Not Joining Following the Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger — 5:58 PM ET Skydance’s JB Perrette, who now serves as co-chair and chief business officer of Skydance TV and Skydance Direct-to-Consumer, has unveiled his new executive org structure — and announced several depa…

Byron Allen Earns Profit After Selling All the Starz Stock He Bought From Steven Mnuchin — 5:31 PM ET Buy low, sell high: Investor and media entrepreneur Byron Allen has sold all of the shares in Starz that he had acquired earlier this year from Steve Mnuchin, the former Hollywood producer who served…

Patrick Stewart’s Career in Photos: ‘Star Trek,’ ‘X-Men,’ ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ and More — 5:26 PM ET Patrick Stewart, who died Wednesday at 86, starred in dozens of film, shows and TV movies across 60 years on screen. He was best known for playing Captain Jean-Luc Picard on “Star Trek” and Prof. Cha…

Hugh Jackman Mourns ‘X-Men’ Co-Star Patrick Stewart: ‘A Tremendous Friend and Man. I Learned So Much From Him’ — 4:46 PM ET Hugh Jackman is mourning the loss of his long-time “X-Men” co-star and friend Patrick Stewart, who died on Wednesday at age 86 after a “brief battle” with Alzheimer’s and Lewy Body Dementia. “We lost…

William Shatner and ‘Star Trek’ Family Mourn Patrick Stewart With Picard Tributes: ‘Godspeed, Captain’ — 4:40 PM ET Tributes from across the “Star Trek” franchise are pouring in for Sir Patrick Stewart following the news of his death at 86. Fellow USS Enterprise captain William Shatner posted a statement on Stewar…

Amazon Ad Revenue Growth Slows in Q3, Ecommerce Giant Undershoots Earnings Estimates — 4:19 PM ET Amazon saw slowed growth in its advertising revenue in the year’s third quarter, claiming its decision to host Prime Day for most larger countries in the year’s second quarter and unfavorable foreign…

Patrick Stewart Dies: Marvel, Kevin Feige Praise ‘X-Men’ Icon For Bringing ‘Charles Xavier to Life With Grace, Intelligence and Humanity’ — 4:15 PM ET Marvel Studios chief Kevin Feige is paying tribute to the late Patrick Stewart, who starred as Professor Charles Xavier since 2000’s “X-Men.” “I’ll never forget the first time I saw Sir Patrick Stewa…

Starz Beats Wall Street’s Q3 Earnings Estimates as Net Loss Narrows to $35 Million, Linear TV Revenue Dips — 4:05 PM ET Starz reported its third-quarter 2026 earnings Thursday revealing the now-standalone media company beat analyst expectations for the three month period ended Sept. 30. During the quarter, Lionsgate’s…

People Inc. Lays Off 195 Staffers, About 6% of Workforce, With CEO Citing ‘Rapid Changes in Media’ — 3:59 PM ET People Inc., home to brands including People and Entertainment Weekly, is the latest media company to make job cuts. On Thursday, People Incorporated CEO Neil Vogel announced in an internal memo that…

Patrick Stewart, ‘Star Trek’s’ Captain Picard and ‘X-Men’s’ Charles Xavier, Dies at 86 — 3:51 PM ET Patrick Stewart, the English actor with impressive stage and film credits who will be remembered most for his roles as Captain Jean-Luc Picard on “Star Trek: The Next Generation” and as Professor Cha…

How a Walmart Heir Is Transforming Rural Arkansas Into a Design Powerhouse — 4:53 PM ET Alice Walton is helping the Ozark region shed its “flyover” status by creating civic projects with top architects. The Waltons say they are “giving back.” What is the region giving up?

A.I. Avatars Are Coming for Comedy — 4:33 PM ET Scantily-clad A.I.-generated avatars are stealing jokes from female comedians and retelling them to massive online audiences. The critic Jason Zinoman examines this new social media phenomenon, why f…

Urgent Funding Sought to Retrieve U.S. ‘Art Olympics’ Sculptures — 4:14 PM ET The commissioner of the U.S. Pavilion at the Venice Biennale said donations were badly needed to ship the artworks home from Italy. Her nonprofit group is facing a $1 million shortfall to cover the c…

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