Canada is preparing for the unlikely event of a US invasion due to changes in the US-Canada relationship under President Donald Trump. Canadian officials are treating it as a risk management issue, although military experts say an actual attack is very unlikely because of close defense cooperation.
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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said he has planned for the unlikely scenario of a US invasion.
President Trump has made comments about making Canada the 51st US state, raising concerns in Canada.
The White House stated President Trump aims to protect Canadian people and prefers economic pressure over military action.
Military experts say a US attack on Canada is very improbable due to shared defense agreements like NATO and NORAD.
Canada and the US conduct joint defense operations and intelligence sharing, making military conflict unlikely.
A poll showed over 30% of Canadians believe a US invasion could happen, reflecting some public worry.
Historically, Canada resisted US expansion attempts in the 18th and 19th centuries before becoming close allies after World War II.
Any future conflict would likely involve cyber attacks instead of direct military action, according to experts.
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Texas officials fixed a delay in processing more than 500,000 voter registration records caused by a software problem. They said all eligible voters who register by the October 5 deadline can vote in the November 3 midterm election, though some voters worried the problems might reduce trust in the election system.
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More than 500,000 voter registration-related records were delayed across Texas due to a software issue.
October 5 is the deadline to register to vote in Texas for the November 3 midterm election.
Early voting in Texas starts on October 19.
Harris County processed about 75,000 delayed records; Dallas County handled over 68,000.
Some registrations need extra steps, like assigning a state voter ID number, which can cause online records to update slowly.
Voters who registered on time but don’t appear on the list can still vote by casting a provisional ballot, which will count once their registration is verified.
The Texas Secretary of State's Office provided extra funding to counties to help handle the backlog.
This voter registration issue comes as Texas faces a close Senate race between Attorney General Ken Paxton and Democrat James Talarico.
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An air ambulance with six people on board went missing during a flight from Bermuda to Boston. Search teams are looking for the plane near Nantucket after losing contact with it during descent.
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The missing plane is a Canadian-registered Gulfstream jet operated by Latitude Air Ambulance.
There were four crew members and two passengers on board.
The plane left Bermuda’s LF Wade International airport around 12:41 am local time.
The aircraft was flying at 24,000 feet before descending rapidly to 13,000 feet in about two minutes.
Contact with the plane was lost shortly after the pilot declared an emergency.
Search and rescue teams from air and sea were sent to search near Nantucket, Massachusetts.
Canada’s Transport Minister said four Canadians were on the plane.
Bermuda’s government is working with U.S. authorities and families and is hopeful all aboard will be found safe.
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President Donald Trump is now encouraging Republicans to vote by mail in the upcoming 2026 midterm elections. This is a change from his previous strong criticism of mail voting, which he had called vulnerable to fraud, even though he has personally used mail voting himself.
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President Trump urged Republicans to use all voting methods, including mail, early, absentee, or in person, to increase turnout in the 2026 midterms.
He promoted the Republican voter outreach website "Swamp the Vote" for information on voting options.
Trump has criticized mail voting in the past, calling it insecure and corrupt, despite voting by mail in Florida elections.
The Supreme Court recently struck down Trump administration efforts to restrict mail voting.
Election officials and courts have found no evidence of widespread fraud in mail voting.
Roughly one-third of votes in the 2024 presidential election were cast by mail.
Some Republican strategists worry that attacking mail voting could reduce GOP voter turnout.
Trump's shift appears to respond to political realities as Democrats gain momentum in key races ahead of the midterms.
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The FBI captured Anibal Alexander Canelon Aguirre, the first cyber fugitive ever listed on its 10 Most Wanted Fugitives, and brought him to the U.S. to face charges. He is accused of leading a cybercrime group that used malware to make ATMs give out cash illegally across many U.S. states.
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Anibal Alexander Canelon Aguirre, also called "Prometheus" and "The Engineer," was arrested in Venezuela and appeared in court in Nebraska.
He pleaded not guilty to charges including bank fraud conspiracy, money laundering, computer fraud, and providing support to terrorists.
The most serious charge (bank fraud conspiracy) could lead to 30 years in prison.
He is accused of creating malware called Ploutus, used to control ATMs and force them to release money without real transactions.
The FBI listed him on the 10 Most Wanted Fugitives list in March 2026, making him the first cybercriminal ever on that list.
The cybercrime was linked to the Venezuelan gang Tren de Aragua, designated a terrorist group by the U.S.
The ATM jackpotting attacks affected machines in 47 states, Washington, D.C., and several other countries.
FBI Director Kash Patel said 10 fugitives on the list have been captured since the start of President Trump’s administration, more than twice the previous four years.
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Connie Chan, a Democrat endorsed by former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, has called for a complete arms embargo on Israel and an end to what she describes as a genocide in Gaza. She and her Democratic opponent, Scott Wiener, both oppose funding Israel’s military and support humanitarian aid instead.
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Connie Chan is running to replace Nancy Pelosi in California’s 11th congressional district.
Chan wants to stop all arms sales to Israel and prioritize humanitarian aid for Gaza.
Scott Wiener, Chan’s Democratic opponent, also calls Israel’s actions in Gaza a genocide and opposes military funding for Israel.
Pelosi supported Israel during her time in Congress, including voting for military aid.
The debate took place just before mail-in ballots were sent for the November midterm elections.
Both Chan and Wiener criticize Israeli government actions, including military attacks and settlement expansions in the West Bank.
Congress is divided on U.S. support for Israel, with some members seeking reports on Israel’s human rights practices and proposing sanctions on settlement builders.
The Stop the Settlements Act aims to punish those involved in illegal Israeli settlements in occupied territories.
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A father and son in Mississippi were arrested after the deaths of two University of Mississippi students linked to suspected kratom overdoses. The pair worked at a store selling kratom derivatives, which officials say may be very strong and dangerous.
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Yahya Mohamed Mosleh (51) and Islam Yahya Mosleh (18) were charged with possession and intent to distribute controlled substances.
Two Ole Miss students died in September with suspected overdoses related to kratom derivatives.
Police found packages of kratom derivatives at the students' locations and traced them to the local vape, tobacco, and beer store where the Moslehs worked.
Kratom is a plant with effects similar to opioids and can be bought in pill or liquid form in some states, including Mississippi.
Some kratom derivatives like MGPI, MGM-15, and MGM-16 are now classified as Schedule I substances, meaning they are illegal and considered very dangerous in the US.
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) does not regulate kratom, so it remains legal in certain states.
The deaths led officials to warn about risks related to kratom use.
Kratom has been banned in some countries and is considered controversial because of its opioid-like effects.
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Latino Democratic leaders are asking the Democratic Governors Association (DGA) to invest more money in the Texas governor's race, where Democrat Gina Hinojosa is narrowly leading Republican Governor Greg Abbott in a recent poll. Despite Hinojosa's lead, Abbott's campaign is spending about ten times more money, and Democratic leaders want greater financial support to help her campaign.
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A poll shows Gina Hinojosa slightly ahead of Gov. Greg Abbott by three points, within the poll’s margin of error.
Abbott is a three-term Republican governor running for re-election.
Abbott’s campaign and allies are outspending Hinojosa by about 10 to 1.
Over 70 Latino Democratic leaders sent a letter asking the DGA to invest $10 million in the Texas governor’s race.
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear leads the DGA but has been focusing on supporting incumbent Democratic governors first.
Julián Castro, former HUD secretary and San Antonio mayor, is publicly urging the DGA and Beshear to back Hinojosa strongly.
Texas is becoming more competitive for Democrats, despite President Trump winning the state by nearly 14 points in 2024.
Some Republicans call the spending gap a "firewall," showing Abbott's financial advantage to protect his seat.
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Hurricane Nolo became a strong Category 3 hurricane in the remote Pacific Ocean, west of Hawaii, with winds reaching 115 mph. The storm is moving west and is expected to cross the international date line, but it poses no threat to populated islands.
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Nolo's maximum sustained winds increased rapidly to 115 mph (185 kph).
The hurricane is about 210 miles south-southwest of Maro Reef, moving west at 17 mph.
A tropical storm warning was issued for the remote Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument area.
Large waves from Nolo may flood some low-lying areas in this marine monument.
No populated islands are expected to be affected by Hurricane Nolo.
Nolo is expected to cross the international date line on Sunday.
Nolo was earlier near Hawaii as a hurricane, weakened, then regained strength on Friday.
Another hurricane, Category 1 Rachel, is moving west away from the west coast of Mexico, causing dangerous waves along Mexico’s west coast and Baja California Peninsula.
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A community cleanup project in New York City is helping adults make new friends by bringing them together through volunteering. The project shows that working on charity activities can create new social connections for adults.
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Making friends as an adult can be hard for many people.
Volunteering for community cleanup helps adults meet others and build friendships.
The project is based in New York City.
Charity work can bring people together in a positive way.
The story was reported by CBS News and includes video footage.
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The U.S. hemp THC industry, worth about $28 billion, is at risk because of a new federal rule that would ban many hemp products containing THC, the chemical that makes people feel high. Congress recently delayed the ban’s start to give more time to decide if these products can be regulated instead of banned.
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THC is the part of cannabis that causes intoxication; hemp products with THC have grown rapidly but are different from legal marijuana.
A 2018 law legalized hemp with less than 0.3% delta-9 THC, but allowed products that still caused impairment to be sold widely.
Senator Mitch McConnell added a rule banning hemp products with more than 0.4 milligrams of THC per container.
This ban was delayed from November 12 to December 11 to give Congress more time to work on regulations.
The hemp THC industry says the ban could cause $28.3 billion in lost sales and 225,000 job losses.
Some industry leaders support limits on THC and age restrictions to keep their businesses alive.
A 0.4-milligram limit is very strict and would hurt many companies, including those selling beverages in multiple states.
Some hemp products, including non-intoxicating items like lotions, could be banned under the new limit.
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President Donald Trump is visiting the Dayton, Ohio area where about 1,400 workers at a truck plant in Springfield recently lost their jobs. The layoffs happened because the plant was sold to a Canadian company, and they erase much of the region’s recent job growth.
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The layoffs occurred at a truck plant in Springfield, Ohio, on September 30, affecting around 1,400 workers.
The plant was formerly operated by International Motors and was sold to Canadian vehicle maker Roshel.
The sale prompted the layoffs as the plant’s contract manufacturing agreement ended in September.
Roshel plans to continue operating the plant and hopes to rehire workers and increase the workforce over time.
The layoffs erase about a year’s worth of job growth in the greater Dayton region.
Many affected workers belong to the United Auto Workers Local 402 union.
The layoffs have become part of political discussions ahead of the November midterm elections.
President Trump says the U.S. economy is improving and manufacturing is returning.
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A man, about 40 years old, was shot and killed during a memorial service in west London. The police have started a murder investigation and are asking witnesses to provide any information about the incident.
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The shooting happened on Friday evening at around 7:47 pm in East Acton, west London.
The victim was treated at the scene but was pronounced dead.
About 40 to 50 people, including children, were attending the memorial service when the shooting occurred.
The victim is believed to have died from a gunshot wound.
No arrests have been made yet.
The police are asking anyone who saw anything suspicious near Erconwald Street, Braybrook Street, or nearby areas between 6 pm and 8 pm to come forward.
Officers want any photos or videos from witnesses, including phone footage, dashcam, or doorbell cameras.
The victim’s family has been informed and is receiving support from specialist police officers.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said that some U.S. troops may move from Europe to the Western Hemisphere. This is part of President Donald Trump’s increased effort to fight drug cartels in Central and South America.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth spoke about possible troop movements.
Some U.S. military personnel might be redeployed from Europe to the Western Hemisphere.
The move supports a larger military campaign against drug cartels in Central and South America.
The policy is part of President Donald Trump’s administration efforts.
The U.S. is expanding its presence in Central and South America with partner countries.
The campaign targets drug trafficking and related violence.
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Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky said Ukraine will increase attacks on Russian oil refineries despite President Donald Trump's request to stop these strikes. Zelensky argues these attacks are needed because Russia is targeting Ukrainian cities and infrastructure, and Ukraine aims to hit facilities that fund Russia’s war.
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Zelensky wants to step up strikes on Russian oil refineries to weaken Russia's ability to fund the war.
President Trump has called on Ukraine to stop attacking Russian fuel supplies to help lower high global diesel prices.
Zelensky says Ukraine has seen no sign Russia wants to stop attacks on energy infrastructure or start peace talks.
Russia has escalated attacks on Kyiv’s energy, transport, and communications systems recently.
Ukraine claims it will not target civilian objects but focuses on military and economic targets in Russia.
There is a global diesel shortage partly caused by the conflict and refinery outages.
The G7 nations agreed to release 100 million barrels of oil and fuel products to ease fuel shortages after pressure from the Trump administration.
Energy experts warn that releasing fuel stocks may only help briefly if refineries remain closed or limited.
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An Oklahoma federal judge ruled that using AI-powered surveillance cameras, like those made by Flock Safety, to search without a warrant might break the Fourth Amendment. The judge said people have a right to privacy in public places and such broad surveillance can violate that right if there isn’t strong evidence.
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An Oklahoma federal judge addressed the use of Flock Safety’s AI surveillance cameras.
These cameras collect data to monitor public spaces.
The judge ruled that searching this data without a warrant may break the Fourth Amendment.
The Fourth Amendment protects against unreasonable searches without probable cause.
The ruling highlighted people’s reasonable expectation of privacy in public.
The decision focused on preventing broad, continuous surveillance without legal checks.
Flock Safety’s technology uses artificial intelligence to analyze video and license plate data.
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A new social club in London has opened specifically for dogs, where pet owners can bring their puppies to socialize and enjoy special activities. This club aims to provide a social space for dogs similar to places people visit to meet others.
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The club is located in London and is designed for dogs to socialize.
It offers a space where puppies can meet and play together.
Pet owners can bring their dogs to this special social hangout.
The idea is to create a social scene not just for people but also for pets.
The concept reflects growing attention to pet care and social activities for animals.
The coverage included a short video segment from CBS News.
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Mariann Edgar Budde, the Episcopal bishop of Washington DC, announced she will resign from her position in June 2028 after the new bishop is chosen. She gained attention for calling on President Donald Trump to show mercy to immigrants and LGBTQ+ people during his second inauguration.
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Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde leads the Episcopal diocese in Washington DC and is the first woman in this role.
She has been bishop since 2011 and was formerly a church leader in Minneapolis.
Budde asked President Trump to have mercy on immigrants and LGBTQ+ children in a sermon after his 2025 inauguration.
President Trump criticized her, calling her statements inappropriate and demanding an apology.
Budde also opposed Trump’s use of a Bible for a photo during protests in his first term.
She will step down on June 3, 2028, after a new bishop is selected and consecrated.
Budde plans to help ensure a smooth transition to the next bishop.
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Israeli settlers and soldiers have stopped Palestinian farmers from picking olives at the start of the harvest season. Over 80,000 Palestinian families depend on the olive harvest to earn money.
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Attacks and blockades have taken place during the olive harvest season.
The attacks involve both Israeli settlers and soldiers.
Palestinian farmers are prevented from harvesting their olives.
More than 80,000 Palestinian families rely on the olive harvest for income.
The olive harvest is a significant part of Palestinian agriculture and economy.
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An 11-year-old boy named Michael George survived cancer. The National Cancer Institute says about 500,000 people in the U.S. were diagnosed with cancer before age 20 and are now survivors.
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Michael George is an 11-year-old cancer survivor.
Around 500,000 cancer survivors in the U.S. were first diagnosed before age 20.
The National Cancer Institute provided this information.
The story was shared in a CBS News video segment.
The focus is on childhood cancer survivors and their experiences.
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