The Trump administration asked the US Supreme Court to allow it to continue denying gender-affirming medical care to transgender prisoners while legal battles go on in lower courts. This request supports an executive order that stops federal prisons from paying for treatments like hormone therapy and surgeries, and requires trans women to be housed in men's prisons.
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The Trump administration made an emergency request to the Supreme Court to block gender-affirming care for transgender inmates.
The care denied includes hormone therapy, sex-change surgeries, and social accommodations like wigs and makeup.
President Trump’s January 2025 executive order bans federal funds for medical procedures to change an inmate’s sex appearance.
The order also requires transgender women inmates to be placed in men's prisons.
Transgender inmates have sued the administration, and two lower courts have blocked the order so far.
The administration argues denying care is necessary for prison security and to prevent resentment among other inmates.
The Supreme Court has recently supported similar Trump administration policies on transgender rights.
The Court set a deadline of October 8 for responses from lawyers representing transgender prisoners.
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President Donald Trump’s administration canceled the visas of 27 officials and family members from Latin American countries. The cancellations were because of claims that they were involved in corruption and drug trafficking.
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Visas were revoked for 27 officials and their family members from Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Bolivia’s top prosecutor was among the officials affected.
The U.S. State Department made the announcement on a Monday.
The action is linked to accusations of corruption and connections to drug trafficking.
These visa cancellations affect both current and former officials.
The move is part of the Trump administration’s efforts to address corruption in Latin America.
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Cassidy Hutchinson, a former aide to President Donald Trump’s White House chief of staff, confirmed she is being investigated by the Department of Justice (DOJ). A judge recently blocked the BBC from requiring her to testify in a defamation case involving President Trump, partly because of the ongoing DOJ investigation.
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Cassidy Hutchinson is under criminal investigation by the DOJ.
The DOJ investigation is related to her testimony about the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot.
Hutchinson testified before Congress in 2022 about President Trump’s knowledge and behavior during January 6.
She plans to use her Fifth Amendment right to avoid self-incrimination if forced to testify.
A judge blocked the BBC’s subpoena for Hutchinson in a lawsuit where President Trump accuses the BBC of defamation.
The lawsuit focuses on a BBC documentary about Trump’s role in the Capitol riot.
The judge ruled the BBC’s subpoena was too broad and could become a “fishing expedition.”
The judge allowed the possibility that the BBC might try to subpoena her again if new reasons arise.
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Supporters of President Donald Trump are starting to lose confidence in him, especially after recent events like the Iran war and the release of Epstein-related information. Some former strong supporters, including public figures, have spoken out against him, which could impact voter behavior in the upcoming midterm elections.
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President Trump’s approval ratings have fallen to record low levels.
Some former loyal supporters, like Trisha Hope and Rick Frazier, have publicly turned against Trump.
The Iran war and Epstein files are key reasons for these supporters changing their views.
Podcaster Joe Rogan, who helped Trump’s 2024 election, has distanced himself from Trump and his most vocal supporters.
A recent poll shows 45% of voters are motivated in the midterms by opposition to Trump.
Trump promised a $5,000 “Trump dividend” if Republicans keep control of Congress, but only 13% of voters believed this offer.
Democrats are likely to gain control of the Senate and the House in the midterm elections, which could lead to a third impeachment of Trump.
Some Republicans expressed concern about future legal investigations if Trump leaves office.
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South West Water was fined nearly £8 million for hundreds of illegal sewage spills in Cornwall and Devon, including pollution at popular natural spots. The court ruled that the company failed to manage these issues properly and did not respond quickly to pollution incidents.
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South West Water received a record fine of £7,867,733 for environmental offences.
There were 231 illegal sewage discharges between January 2016 and July 2021 in Cornwall and Devon.
Untreated sewage spilled into sensitive areas like Polperro harbour and the River Camel, which supports wildlife like otters and salmon.
The company pleaded guilty to 18 charges, including illegal water discharges and failure to fix problems.
The court said the company’s management was reckless and that the pollution was serious and unacceptable.
South West Water said most spills happened during storm conditions and is investing £760 million to reduce spills.
The Environment Agency led the prosecution and hopes the fine will change how South West Water operates.
Critics say the fine is not enough and call for tougher punishments, including prison for those responsible.
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President Donald Trump criticized Canada, calling it one of the worst countries in the world after recent tensions between the United States and Canada. He said Canada has treated the United States unfairly.
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President Donald Trump made the statement on Monday.
He said Canada is "one of the worst countries in the entire world."
The comments came after tensions rose between the U.S. and Canada.
The two countries have had a historically friendly relationship.
President Trump accused Canada of treating the U.S. unfairly.
No specific issues or events causing the tension were detailed in the excerpt.
Canada is the United States’ northern neighbor.
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Teenagers in France have been protesting by blocking their schools to demand smaller class sizes, more teachers, and shorter school days. The protests have spread across the country and led to clashes with police, causing arrests and injuries.
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Protests started in Paris and have now spread to many cities including Lille, Bordeaux, Rennes, Nantes, and Marseille.
Police used teargas after protestors threw objects and set fires near schools.
About 300 high schools were involved in the protests by Tuesday, with over 200 people arrested in total.
Twelve police officers, twelve students, and three school staff were injured by Monday; by Tuesday, 10 more students and staff were reported injured.
The French government announced budget cuts, including €54 million in public spending, which sparked strikes among public sector workers like teachers.
Student union leaders asked for peaceful protests and criticized the government's harsh police response.
Political leaders disagreed on how to handle the situation, with some accusing the government of using excessive force.
The protests focus on overcrowded classrooms, teacher shortages, and demanding better education conditions.
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Jordan Bardella, leader of Marine Le Pen’s National Rally party in France, is accused of writing antisemitic comments as a teenager. Bardella denies the allegations and calls them false, promising legal action, while Marine Le Pen stands by him as they face criticism ahead of future elections.
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Jordan Bardella leads the far-right National Rally (RN) party in France.
An investigation by Mediapart published alleged antisemitic comments Bardella made as a teenager between 2013 and 2015.
Bardella denies the allegations and says they are meant to harm his and the party’s political future.
Marine Le Pen supports Bardella and says she fully trusts him.
The National Rally, formerly Front National, has a history linked to antisemitism and far-right extremist connections.
Marine Le Pen has worked to change the party’s image and appeal to a wider group of voters, including French Jews.
Bardella visited Israel in 2025 to show the party’s new stance against antisemitism.
French government officials criticized the party, reminding people of its antisemitic past.
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A Florida congressman, Representative Greg Steube, has introduced a new bill called the FLAFO Act to limit how the government uses automated license plate reader (ALPR) technology. The bill would require law enforcement to get a warrant before accessing or sharing this surveillance data and set privacy rules for agencies that receive federal funding. The bill responds to concerns about Flock Safety’s large network of surveillance cameras tracking Americans without enough oversight.
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The FLAFO Act was introduced by Republican Representative Greg Steube from Florida on September 24.
It aims to stop federal agencies from using ALPR technology without a warrant.
State, local, and tribal police must follow privacy rules like those in the bill to get certain Justice Department grants.
ALPR technology can track vehicle movements and collect data without individuals’ consent.
Flock Safety controls over 80% of the ALPR systems in the U.S. and has a large network of surveillance cameras.
There have been reported cases of misuse of ALPR data by police officers for personal reasons.
A recent map shows over 300,000 Flock-linked surveillance devices across the U.S.
The bill responds to worries that these systems create widespread surveillance without enough privacy protections.
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President Trump launched a new website called America.gov that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to help people find government information and services more easily. The launch event took place in Washington at the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium.
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The website is named America.gov.
It uses artificial intelligence to assist users in navigating federal government resources.
The goal is to make it easier for Americans to find information and services from the government.
The launch event was held at the Andrew W. Mellon Auditorium in Washington, D.C.
President Trump led the event and promoted the new website.
Joe Gebbia, co-founder of Airbnb and current head of the National Design Studio (NDS), was mentioned during the launch.
The National Design Studio (NDS) is involved in creating or supporting the site’s design or services.
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Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have been living quietly in the English countryside without facing the intense paparazzi attention that Princess Diana experienced. Diana’s brother, Earl Spencer, said that media behavior toward the royal family has improved over the years and that modern paparazzi in London are less aggressive.
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Harry and Meghan moved to Britain in August and live away from high media pressure.
Unlike Diana, they do not face paparazzi surrounding their cars or aggressively following them during private outings.
Earl Spencer said some former editors and paparazzi regret their role in Diana’s death.
Spencer explained that paparazzi behavior in London has improved compared to the past.
He expressed sympathy for Harry and Meghan, saying personal attacks on them are not justified.
Prince Harry described the media onslaught against Meghan as a “hunter versus prey” situation.
Despite media pressure, Harry and Meghan try to maintain a normal private life.
Harry compared Meghan’s media treatment to his mother’s in their 2022 Netflix biopic.
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The U.S. Senate approved the "Protect College Sports" bill to create federal rules for college sports. The law will regulate areas such as the transfer of athletes between schools and athletes’ rights to earn money from their name, image, and likeness.
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The Senate passed the "Protect College Sports" bill late on Monday night.
The bill aims to set national rules for college sports programs.
It covers the transfer portal, which is the system that lets college athletes move to different schools.
The bill also addresses athletes’ rights to profit from their name, image, and likeness (NIL).
This federal framework will provide consistency across all college sports programs in the U.S.
The legislation is intended to protect both athletes and colleges with clear regulations.
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The United States and Iran are having indirect talks in New York, mediated by Qatar, to end a seven-month war. Iran proposed reopening the Strait of Hormuz if the US lifts sanctions and ends a naval blockade, but President Trump has publicly rejected the offer and insists on addressing all issues, especially Iran’s nuclear program, in one deal.
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Indirect negotiations between the US and Iran are taking place during the United Nations General Assembly in New York.
Iran proposed reopening the Strait of Hormuz within seven days in exchange for lifting sanctions and ending the US naval blockade.
President Trump publicly rejected Iran’s proposal but has not sent a formal response yet.
US officials want a comprehensive deal that addresses all issues, especially Iran’s nuclear program, rather than a gradual approach.
Qatar is mediating the talks and communicated between the two sides.
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran’s position has not changed and they want clear conditions met before reopening the strait.
US media reported that Trump might ease sanctions and unfreeze Iranian funds, but Trump denied these reports.
Iran’s peace proposal includes ideas from the Islamabad memorandum of understanding signed by both countries in June.
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The CDC confirmed two deaths from measles in the U.S. this year, with 3,659 cases—the highest in 35 years. Pennsylvania has the most cases, and there is controversy over how deaths are counted amid changes in vaccine policy under President Donald Trump’s administration.
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The U.S. has had 3,659 confirmed measles cases this year, the most since 1988.
The CDC reported two measles-related deaths but did not say where they happened.
Pennsylvania has reported over 900 cases and controversy over the number of measles deaths there.
Measles was declared eliminated in the U.S. in 2000 but has recently resurged.
Vaccine skepticism and misinformation, including from President Trump and his Health Secretary, have affected vaccination efforts.
The CDC changed how it counts measles deaths by using data from the National Center for Health Statistics instead of state health departments.
In 2025, President Trump signed an order to separate the combined MMR vaccine into three shots, which public health experts say could increase infection risks.
The CDC has lost nearly 30% of its staff after layoffs and retirements following President Trump’s 2025 inauguration.
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Senator John Kennedy questioned special counsel Jack Smith at a Senate hearing about the federal criminal cases against President Donald Trump. Kennedy suggested the investigations were politically motivated, while Smith said his decisions were independent and based on strong evidence.
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Senator John Kennedy challenged Jack Smith during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing.
The hearing focused on Smith’s handling of cases against President Trump involving classified documents and the 2020 election.
Kennedy suggested former Attorney General Merrick Garland and President Joe Biden influenced the prosecutions; Smith denied this.
Smith said he made charging decisions on his own, following special counsel rules and strong evidence.
Kennedy used comparisons to things like the Tooth Fairy and the Easter Bunny to question Smith’s denial of political involvement.
The exchange became tense and highlighted political divisions over the prosecutions.
Kennedy accused Smith of misusing phone records and violating constitutional protections tied to lawmakers.
Smith defended his independence and professionalism throughout the questioning.
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A new poll shows Democrat Sherrod Brown leading Republican Jon Husted in the Ohio Senate race by eight points. The poll also finds that half of Ohio voters strongly disapprove of President Donald Trump, which may be hurting Republican candidates in the state.
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Sherrod Brown leads Jon Husted 51% to 43% in the Ohio Senate race, according to a Marist poll.
Half of Ohio voters say they strongly disapprove of President Trump’s performance.
Trump’s net approval rating in Ohio is -14 points, down from previous years.
Brown has strong support among independent voters, leading them 58% to 33%.
Republicans currently hold a 53-47 majority in the U.S. Senate.
Ohio voted for Trump by a large margin in the 2024 presidential election.
The poll shows Democrats also leading in Ohio’s governor and congressional races.
41% of Ohio voters say their personal finances have gotten worse in the last year.
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A newborn baby's body was found near the Menai Strait in north Wales, and police are searching for the mother, who they believe may be vulnerable and in need of help. Authorities are urging the mother, the father, and anyone with information to come forward so the mother can receive medical care and support.
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The baby's body was found by a member of the public near the Menai Strait in Bangor, north Wales.
Police found the body shortly before 5 pm on Sunday.
The age and sex of the baby have not been shared publicly.
Officials are worried the mother might be ill, vulnerable, or scared to ask for help.
Health workers and police are reaching out directly to the mother and anyone who might know her.
People who know a woman who showed signs of pregnancy or unusual behavior recently are asked to contact the police.
A medical examination of the baby's body is scheduled for Wednesday.
Authorities promise to keep any information confidential and to use it only to help find the mother quickly.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth plans to reduce the number of admirals and generals at the Pentagon by 20 percent. This change is part of his effort to reorganize and improve how the Department of Defense operates.
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth will cut 20 percent of the positions for admirals and generals.
These cuts will focus on senior military leadership roles.
The announcement was confirmed by a Pentagon official.
The reduction is part of a larger plan to overhaul the defense department's structure.
The goal is to change the department’s outlook and improve efficiency.
The changes affect the top military ranks within the Pentagon.
The decision is a significant move in military leadership management.
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Lindsay Clancy's lawyer, Kevin Reddington, questioned whether prosecutors proved that she killed her children. He spoke in court during a hearing about possibly having a new trial. The hearing is happening in Massachusetts.
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Lindsay Clancy is facing charges related to the deaths of her children.
Her lawyer is Kevin Reddington.
Reddington argued that prosecutors did not prove Clancy's guilt.
A court hearing was held to discuss the possibility of a new trial.
The case is taking place in Massachusetts.
CBS News reporter Shanelle Kaul covered the story.
The hearing was part of ongoing legal proceedings involving Clancy.
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The Australian government admits there is no scientific agreement proving social media harms mental health in teens but says known risks justify banning under-16s from social media. The ban is being challenged in court by Reddit and others, who argue it restricts free speech and is ineffective, while the government defends it as a precaution to protect young people.
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Australia banned social media use for people under 16 to protect mental health.
The government acknowledges no clear scientific proof yet links social media to harm in teens.
It claims "credible risks" like addiction, anxiety, and sleep problems justify the ban.
Reddit challenged the ban, saying it restricts political freedom and is not fully effective.
The government says the ban removed nearly 5 million under-16 accounts since December 2023.
New laws would let young users opt out of some social media features, similar to the ban’s effect.
The government increased penalties for social media companies that do not enforce the ban.
Several US tech companies and digital rights groups are involved in the legal challenge.
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